Secrets of Scandinavia

Fly overnight to Stockholm, Sweden's elegant capital. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.

Explore Stockholm on a guided tour, discovering the cobbled streets of Gamla Stan, the Royal Palace and other historic landmarks. Enjoy a street food lunch featuring traditional Swedish flavours, followed by the Swedish tradition of fika – coffee and something sweet.

This afternoon, visit the remarkable Vasa Museum and discover the story of the magnificent 17th-century warship, salvaged more than 300 years after sinking on her maiden voyage.

Enjoy a Flex day to explore Stockholm at your own pace. Discover its museums and galleries, browse its stylish shops or perhaps visit the ABBA Museum.

This evening, enjoy a dinner cruise through Stockholm's waterways, with views of the city's islands, historic buildings and waterfronts.

Journey into the Swedish countryside and visit Sigtuna, Sweden's oldest town, exploring its charming historic centre and medieval heritage. Continue to Örebro to see its impressive castle, dramatically set on an island in the heart of the city.

Continue westwards into Norway, stopping in Fredrikstad to explore Gamlebyen, one of Scandinavia's best-preserved fortified old towns. Wander its cobbled streets and historic defensive walls before travelling onwards to Oslo.

Discover Oslo on a guided city tour, seeing the Royal Palace, City Hall, Akershus Fortress and spectacular views across the Oslo Fjord from Holmenkollen Hill. Enjoy Flex time this afternoon to explore at your own pace. Perhaps visit the Fram Museum, home to the legendary polar exploration ship, or relax in one of the city's waterfront cafés.

Travel west from Oslo through Norway's changing landscapes of mountains and valleys. Board the iconic Flåmsbana Railway for a breathtaking journey between Flåm and Myrdal, passing waterfalls and dramatic mountain scenery. Continue to the Stegastein Viewpoint for sweeping fjord views before arriving in the Hardangerfjord region.

Discover the highlights of Hardanger, including the impressive Vøringsfoss waterfall, before travelling to Flåm. Cruise through the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord, renowned for its narrow waters and towering mountains, arriving in Gudvangen. Enjoy free time for lunch before returning to your hotel.

Experience the charm of Hardanger's apple-growing region with a visit to a traditional apple farm, where you can taste locally produced apple juice and cider. Continue through Kinsarvik and Odda, travelling through Folgefonna National Park before reaching Bergen.

Explore Bergen on a guided tour, taking in its historic harbour, colourful Bryggen district and lively fish market. Ride the Fløibanen funicular for panoramic views across the city and surrounding fjords, followed by Flex time to explore at your own pace.

Enjoy breakfast and some free time in Bergen before boarding your overnight ferry to Hirtshals. Relax on board as you sail along Norway's rugged coastline and across the open North Sea – a memorable farewell to Norway.

Travel south through Denmark, stopping in Aarhus to explore its historic centre and waterfront, with views of Marselisborg Palace. Continue to Odense, birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen, for lunch and a stroll through its charming old town before arriving in Copenhagen.

Explore Copenhagen's highlights on a guided city tour, from the colourful harbour of Nyhavn and Amalienborg Palace to Christiansborg Palace, Tivoli Gardens and the iconic Little Mermaid.

This afternoon, enjoy Flex time to discover the city before your farewell dinner.

Transfer to Copenhagen Airport for your onward flight, arriving home the following day.