3-Week Nordic / Scandinavia Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 3-week Nordic / Scandinavia tour itineraries

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SteffNordic / Scandinavia travel expert at TourRadar

• 20 Day Scandinavia Itinerary, incl. Copenhagen and Oslo

  Colors of Scandinavia shine through 14 cities over 20 days, from Copenhagen's Tivoli Gardens to Oslo's Viking ships. Stockholm's Golden Hall, Helsinki's markets, and Geirangerfjord's waterfalls await. Luxurious stays at Radisson Blu Scandinavia and Hotel Union Geiranger.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Copenhagen

    Begin in Denmark's capital. Visit Tivoli Gardens before 7 PM to avoid peak crowds. "The gardens are magical at dusk when all the vintage lights come on." On day 2 see the Little Mermaid statue by 8:30 AM before tour buses arrive. Visit the Round Tower mid-afternoon for the best city photo opportunities.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Stockholm & Baltic Crossing

    Take the Øresund Bridge to Sweden (3.5 hours from Copenhagen). Visit the Vasa Museum right at 10 AM opening time to avoid crowds. Book your overnight Helsinki ferry cabin early since sea-view rooms fill up quickly. The Baltic can get rough so bring motion sickness medication.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Helsinki & Finnish Lakeland

    Visit Market Square before noon when it's most active. "The smoked reindeer at the food market was incredible - much milder than expected." Travel to Kuopio through the lake district and stop at Puijo Tower for great views. The tower has steep steps so wear good walking shoes.

    
  • Days 7-9

    Finnish Lapland

    Drive 6 hours to Rovaniemi. Visit Santa's Village in the morning to avoid crowds. Get your Arctic Circle crossing certificate and continue to Ivalo. The Four Winds Road can be tricky in bad weather so pack warm clothes even in summer.

    
  • Days 10-12

    Northern Norway

    Journey to North Cape with several stops along the way. Experience the midnight sun with champagne at the cliffs but dress very warmly. Visit Alta's Northern Lights Cathedral and husky farm. "The husky puppy interaction was a highlight - wear old clothes as they love to jump!"

    
  • Days 13-15

    Central Norway

    Expect long scenic driving days. Take the Ofot Railway in Narvik for beautiful fjord views. Start your Trondheim visit at Nidaros Cathedral for stunning morning light through the rose window.

    
  • Days 16-17

    Norwegian Fjords

    Book early morning Geirangerfjord cruises for calmer waters. "Sit on the right side of the boat for the best waterfall views." Leave extra time for Trollstigen drive stops since you will want lots of photos.

  • Days 18-20

    Oslo

    Finish in Norway's capital. Visit Vigeland Sculpture Park in early evening when crowds thin and light is soft. "The Viking Ship Museum requires advance booking now. Book your time slot at least a day ahead."

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• 20 Days in Scandinavia, incl. Copenhagen and Oslo

  Nordic magic spans 16 cities across 4 countries in this 20-day route. Starting at Copenhagen's Amalienborg Palace Quarter, continuing to Stockholm's City Hall, Helsinki's Finlandia Hall, and Santa's Village in Rovaniemi. North Cape awaits in Honningsvåg before concluding at Oslo's Vigeland Sculpture Park. Distinctive stays at Pohjanhovi Hotel and Hotel Havila Geiranger.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Copenhagen

    Land in Denmark's capital in the afternoon to skip airport rush hour. Your first evening includes dinner at a sustainable restaurant focused on zero waste. Visit Amalienborg Palace early on day two before the noon guard change. A traveler's tip: "The colorful houses along Nyhavn are best photographed in morning light, before tour groups arrive."

    
  • Days 3-4

    Stockholm & Ferry

    Take a quick morning ferry from Helsingør to Sweden, followed by a 6-hour drive to Stockholm. The city spreads across 14 islands, so leave extra time to get around. Spend day 4 in the Old Town before taking the overnight ferry to Helsinki. Book a sea-view cabin for the best experience.

    
  • Days 5-7

    Finnish Lapland

    Start with a morning in Helsinki, then drive 4 hours to Jyväskylä. Continue to Rovaniemi the next day (7 hours). Visit Santa Claus Village early to beat the crowds. A visitor notes: "Bring warm layers even in summer - temperatures can drop suddenly this far north."

    
  • Days 8-11

    Arctic Norway

    Drive to North Cape, Europe's northernmost point. Stay in Honningsvåg before heading south through Alta and Tromsø. A traveler shares: "The midnight sun in Tromsø is surreal - bring an eye mask if you're sensitive to light when sleeping."

    
  • Days 12-13

    Lofoten Islands

    Perfect for hiking and photography. Book fishing trips well ahead. Good advice from a visitor: "The weather changes rapidly here - pack both sunscreen and rain gear."

    
  • Days 14-15

    Central Norway

    Drive through Mo i Rana to Trondheim. Stop at Hell station for photos. Spend your evening walking through Trondheim's historic Bakklandet area.

    
  • Days 16-17

    Geirangerfjord

    Experience one of Norway's most beautiful fjords. Consider taking Trollstigen road if conditions allow. A visitor suggests: "The morning light on the fjord is magical - worth getting up early for photos."

    
  • Days 18-20

    Oslo Region

    Stop at Lom stave church on your way to Oslo. Plan two full days in the capital. Visit Vigeland Park early or late to avoid crowds. A helpful tip: "The Oslo Pass saves money if you're planning to visit multiple museums."

    

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• 17 Days Premium Scandinavia & The Baltics Tour

  Scandinavian charm radiates through this 17-day tour of Copenhagen's Nyhavn, Oslo's Vigeland Park, and Stockholm's Gamla Stan. Norway's dramatic fjords beckon via Flåmsbana railway and overnight cruise to Helsinki. Premium stays at Scandic hotels throughout Scandinavia.

  

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  • Copenhagen Denmark

    97 mi

  • Aarhus Denmark

    98 mi

  • Hirtshals Denmark

    181 mi

  • Stavanger Norway

    99 mi

  • Bergen Norway

    40 mi

  • Voss Norway

    28 mi

  • Flam Norway

    30 mi
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  • Balestrand Norway

    42 mi

  • Borgund Norway

    128 mi

  • Oslo Norway

    102 mi

  • Karlstad Sweden

    160 mi

  • Stockholm Sweden

    246 mi

  • Helsinki Finland

    50 mi

  • Tallinn Estonia

    73 mi

  • Parnu Estonia

    100 mi

  • Riga Latvia

    69 mi

  • Hill of Crosses Lithuania

    117 mi

  • Vilnius Lithuania

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