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Essential Scandinavia

9 days
From Copenhagen to Helsinki
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Intrepid Travel

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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 16
Ages 18-35
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Copenhagen

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Welcome meeting at 6 pm

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Nyhavn waterfront area
    • Explore Tivoli Gardens
    • Visit Freetown of Christiania
    • Welcome dinner with local leader
    Landmarks
    Nyhavn
    Tivoli Gardens
    Freetown of Christiania
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  2. Day 2

    Copenhagen

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Orientation walk
    • Copenhill guided tour

    Optional Activities

    • Hire a bike
    • Visit Little Mermaid statue
    • Visit Amalienborg Palace
    • Visit Frederik's Church
    • Visit Court House
    • Visit National Museum
    • Visit Christiansborg Palace
    • Dinner at Reffen street food market
    Landmarks
    Little Mermaid statue
    Amalienborg Palace
    Frederik's Church
    Christiansborg Palace
    Copenhill
  3. Day 3

    Copenhagen to Gothenburg

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Pub crawl

    Optional Activities

    • Paddan boat tour
    • World of Volvo Museum
    • Aeroseum
    Landmarks
    World of Volvo Museum
    Aeroseum
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  4. Day 4

    Donso Island

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Donso Island day trip
    • Nature trail hike
    Landmarks
    Donso Island
  5. Day 5

    Gothenburg to Stockholm

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Orientation walk
    • Swedish Fika experience

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Sodermalm district nightlife
    Landmarks
    Gamla Stan
    Sodermalm
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  6. Day 6

    Stockholm

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Sundbergs Konditori
    • Self-guided Millennium walking tour
    • Visit ABBA Museum
    • Visit Drottningholm Palace
    • Visit Nobel Prize Museum
    • Visit Vasa Museum
    • Visit Nordic Museum
    • Dine in Gamla Stan or Kungsholmen
    Landmarks
    Sundbergs Konditori
    ABBA Museum
    Drottningholm Palace
    Nobel Prize Museum
    Vasa Museum
    Nordic Museum
    Jarntorget Square
  7. Day 7

    Stockholm to Helsinki (Overnight Ferry)

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Try Swedish meatballs with lingonberry sauce
    • Try pickled herring
    • Wooden bike tour (seasonal)
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  8. Day 8

    Helsinki

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Finnish sauna experience

    Optional Activities

    • Visit contemporary art museums
    • Visit Helsinki Cathedral
    • Visit Rock Church (Temppeliaukio Church)
    • Group dinner and drinks
    Landmarks
    Helsinki Cathedral
    Temppeliaukio Church (Rock Church)
  9. Day 9

    Helsinki

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Suomenlinna Sea Fortress
    Landmarks
    Suomenlinna Sea Fortress

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    Patricia

    Asked on January 22nd, 2026

    We are very healthy active adults ages 42 and 73! Is this your offered for our age group?

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      Patricia

      TravelerWritten January 2026

      What are the hotels/hostels on this tour?

    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten January 2026

      Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate you on the Essential Scandinavia tour, as it is specifically designed for travelers aged 18–35.

      HOTEL LIST (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

      Copenhagen - Steel House Hostel (multi-share)
      Gothenburg - Le Matt B&B (twin-share)
      Stockholm - Generator Hostel (quad share)
      Overnight Ferry - Viking Line Boat (quad share)
      Helsinki - Arthur Hotel (triple share)

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    Don

    Asked on January 15th, 2026

    I am a 51 year old solo traveller that is interested in your Essential Scandinavia tour but see there is an age restriction. Do you allow exceptions or have an alternative for those outside that age range?

    Age Range
    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten January 2026

      This tour is age-restricted, as it is designed specifically for travellers aged 18–35. The restriction relates to the tour style and group dynamic, rather than fitness level, so unfortunately we're unable to make exceptions for this particular itinerary.
      However, we do offer several excellent alternative Scandinavia tours that are suitable for travellers outside this age range, including Classic Scandinavia, Complete Scandinavia, Scandinavia Explorer, and many more, all with a more flexible age profile.
      You're very welcome to explore these options on our website, and if you'd like any personalised recommendations based on your travel style, budget, or preferred pace, I'd be happy to assist.

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    Teresa

    Asked on September 7th, 2025

    Traveling solo, is it possible to have my own room, and what will be the surcharge?

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    Single supplement
    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten September 2025

      A single supplement is available at an additional cost of $305, if you prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Days 1, 2, 5 & 6 (Hostel), where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability.

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    Nadia

    Asked on April 9th, 2025

    Can we please make an age exception for this tour? I am very fit and do not require any assistance. I have no medical conditions and am a perfectly healthy to do the tour.

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    Tour Details
    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten April 2025

      This trip is an age restricted itinerary for 18 - 35 year olds, please let us know how old you both will be at time of travel and we can take a look for you.

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      Nadia

      TravelerWritten April 2025

      I'm travelling with my 25 years old daughter and I'm 62. We already booked our flights and itinerary around this trip. Please make an exception for the age as I am very healthy. I do yoga, cardio and hit classes Monday to Friday and even go to the gym 3x a week. I have no restrictions or medical conditions.

    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten April 2025

      We are not able to make an acception for this itinerary. While you are very active these trips are designed for travelers who prefer to travel with other of the same age range, there are times were we are make an acception if the traveler will be turning 36 or 37 while on trip but we cannot make an acception for anyone over the age of 38.

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    Molly

    Asked on March 13th, 2025

    I am just wondering how firm the age group range is. I am interested in travel but I'm 37 and my travel buddy is 25. Is there any flexibility? I ask because of I've been on tours before where they definitely had people above the age range.

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten March 2025

      Our tours are specifically designed for travelers aged 18-35 to ensure a like-minded group experience. However, there is some flexibility for travelers just outside this range. If you will be 37 at the start of the trip, we can accept your booking.

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      Molly

      TravelerWritten March 2025

      Also would this apply to other Intrepid itineraries as we're looking at a couple of other trips?

    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten March 2025

      Regarding other Intrepid itineraries, the same age flexibility may apply, but it's best to check with us for each specific trip.

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    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Denmark.Finland.Sweden. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before July 8th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 8th, 2026, a minimum payment of $400 is required to confirm your booking with Intrepid Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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