Northern Capitals, a Women-Only Tour
Northern Capitals, a Women-Only Tour
Northern Capitals, a Women-Only Tour
10 Days Starting in Helsinki and ending in Copenhagen
Visiting: Helsinki, Stockholm, Oslo, Copenhagen
Tour operator:
Tour code:
XE947M20
Specialist Group:
Women Only
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Tour Overview
This women-only tour explores the best of the North with a small group. Visit Helsinki’s famed and fashionable food market, home to an abundance of aromatic stalls, serving up local delicacies like smoked reindeer and licorice. Experience the vibrant music scene of Stockholm from ABBA to present day cutting-edge production. In Oslo, meet multi-award-winning Norwegian athlete Isabelle Sandstedt Pedersen over dinner. In Denmark explore the enchanting Tivoli Gardens and absorb the opulence of Christiansborg Palace—the historic seat of Danish power. Then relax over a private cruise along the waterways of Copenhagen as your captain shares her insights into the city.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Fashionable Helsinki
Location: Helsinki
Accommodation Name: Klaus K, Helsinki
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to Helsinki. Head out to explore the city before meeting your fellow travelling companions for a wonderful dinner and time to hear the exciting plans awaiting you during your Northern Capitals tour.
Day 2: Day At Leisure In Helsinki
Location: Helsinki
Accommodation Name: Klaus K, Helsinki
Meals Included: Breakfast
Helsinki is yours to stroll leisurely through Finland’s quaint capital or take the opportunity to cruise across the Baltic Sea to Estonia where you will visit Tallinn, its fairytale capital city. Take in the panoramic views from Toompea Hill before visiting the market square with its old German weighing house, pharmacy and Town Hall. Enjoy time at leisure this afternoon to browse Tallinn’s shops, famous for fine amber and silver jewellery before returning to Helsinki.
Day 3: Helsinki And Baltic Cruise To Stockholm
Location: Helsinki, Stockholm
Accommodation Name: Serenade/Symphony - Tallink & Silja Line Ships
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Explore Helsinki, the trendsetting city of top fashion and design, alongside a Local Expert. Wander through the aromatic stalls of a traditional food market and sample local produce like liquorice or smoked reindeer. This afternoon, board your cruise ship for the overnight voyage to Sweden. Take in the breathtakingly beautiful scenery from the comfort of your A-Class, sea-view cabin while the northern sun hangs over the horizon as you enjoy dinner on board.
Day 4: Stockholm, City Of Islands
Location: Stockholm
Accommodation Name: Scandic Continental, Stockholm
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Disembark your Baltic cruise and explore Stockholm with a Local Expert, visit the imposing City Hall with its impressive Gyllene salen, the Golden Hall, covered with 18 million gilded mosaic tiles and the Blå hallen, the Blue Hall, the venue for the Nobel Prize banquets. Cross the harbour to Gamla Stan, the medieval heart of the city, to see the cathedral and the Royal Palace.
Day 5: Stockholm
Location: Stockholm
Accommodation Name: Scandic Continental, Stockholm
Meals Included: Breakfast
Stockholm, beautifully situated on 14 islands. Curate your day with Insight Choice. Dive into the exciting world of the Swedish music scene at ABBA The Museum & Avicii Experience where you can experience the Swedish pop group which became a world sensation and produce your own music during your visit. Or relax and let stress melt away in a Swedish sauna and pamper yourself enjoying the Roman-style ways with warm and cold water and swim in a pool while admiring the surroundings of the Art Deco building.
Day 6: Stockholm To Oslo
Location: Stockholm, Oslo
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu Scandinavia, Oslo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Journey past Lake Vänern, the largest lake in Sweden and enjoy a scenic drive through Norway’s lush forest landscapes to Oslo, Norway’s fascinating capital. This evening meet Isabelle Sandstedt Pedersen, an extraordinary athlete who will spend the evening with you and chat over dinner about how she rose to such athletic heights.
Day 7: Cosmopolitan Oslo
Location: Oslo
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu Scandinavia, Oslo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Sightseeing with a Local Expert includes views of Akershus Castle and the Royal Palace. Walk around the Opera House and marvel at the striking contemporary architecture of the new Bjorvika district. Wander through Frogner Park, with its intriguing sculptures by Gustav Vigeland. The afternoon is at your leisure to continue exploring as you wish. Perhaps join an Optional Experience to the most modern ski jump in the world? Maybe explore City Hall where the Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony is held or walk upon the famous architecture of Oslo Opera House
Day 8: From Norway To Denmark
Location: Oslo, Copenhagen
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu Scandinavia, Copenhagen
Meals Included: Breakfast
Journey south through the Nordic countries from Oslo to Denmark taking in the lush scenery along the route. Pass the city of Gothenburg to board the ferry for a short cruise to Denmark. Enjoy a view of Kronborg Castle, reputedly the Elsinore home of Hamlet as you enter the Kingdom of Denmark and onwards to Copenhagen.
Day 9: Wonderful Copenhagen
Location: Copenhagen
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu Scandinavia, Copenhagen
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
With a Local Expert, begin your sightseeing at Christiansborg Palace, seat of the Danish Government, to marvel at the opulent interior. Journey past Copenhagen Cathedral and the university to see Rosenborg Castle, the Renaissance Stock Exchange and Amalienborg Palace, home of the royal family. Visit the waterfront to admire Hans Christian Andersen’s Little Mermaid gazing across the harbour. Before dinner, indulge in a private boat tour with a captain who shares her perspective of Copenhagen. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at our hand-picked restaurant and enjoy a delicious dinner of sustainable ingredients, as you toast to the end of your Scandinavian adventure.
Day 10: Fond Farewell To Copenhagen
Location: Copenhagen
Meals Included: Breakfast
Time to say goodbye to your new friends as your journey through the Nordic countries comes to an end.
Check out our Q&As
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1978.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Insight Vacations is a founding member of the TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative created by the brands within The Travel Corporation (TTC) almost 15 years ago to ensure our impact through tourism is positive. Our ethos to #MakeTravelMatter guides our decision-making at every level of our business.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
You have two options as a solo traveller. Either choose to be matched with a same sex partner for a room share - at no extra cost. Or choose a room of your own with a reduced or even free private room upgrade on select tours.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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