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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Amsterdam

    Start point
    Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands (Hotel in Amsterdam, 10:00)
    Meals
    Lunch (Welcome lunch in Amsterdam)

    Included Activities

    • Visit a local Dutch cheese farm and clog factory
    • Welcome lunch in Amsterdam
    • Cruise along Amsterdam's iconic canals

    Optional Activities

    • Timeless Holland excursion - discover a traditional fishing village, scenic ferry ride and coastal dinner
    Landmarks
    Dam Square
    Red Light District
  2. Day 2

    Amsterdam to Hamburg

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Hamburg; Germany's second-biggest city
    Landmarks
    Hamburg Harbour
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 3

    Northern Germany - Odense - Copenhagen

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Odense; birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen
    • Discover Copenhagen; capital of Denmark
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  4. Day 4

    Copenhagen - Helsingør - Gothenburg - Oslo

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Group dinner with fellow travellers)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise from Helsingør to Helsingborg by ferry
    • Enjoy a scenic drive through the Swedish countryside
    • Visit Gothenburg; Sweden's second city
    Landmarks
    Kronborg Castle
  5. Day 5

    Oslo

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • See the highlights of Oslo with a local guide
    Landmarks
    Akershus Castle
    Royal Palace
    Oslo Opera House
  6. Day 6

    Oslo - Örebro - Sigtuna - Stockholm

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Group dinner with fellow travellers)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Sigtuna; Sweden's oldest town
    • Eat Swedish meatballs in Stockholm
    Landmarks
    Lake Vänern
    Stora Gatan
  7. Day 7

    Stockholm

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Stockholm with a local guide
    Landmarks
    Royal Palace
    AF Chapman Ship
    Gamla Stan
  8. Day 8

    Stockholm - Helsinki (Overnight Ferry)

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Catch an overnight ferry to Finland

    Optional Activities

    • Royal Stockholm excursion - delve into Sweden's maritime and historical artefacts
    Landmarks
    Djurgården
    Royal Palace
  9. Day 9

    Helsinki

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Discover the highlights of Helsinki with a local guide

    Optional Activities

    • Optional excursion - features top attractions, local cuisine, ferry ride and visit to Suomenlinna Island and the Helsinki City Museum
    Landmarks
    Helsinki Cathedral
    Senate Square
  10. Day 10

    Helsinki to Tallinn

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Group lunch at a local eatery in Tallinn)

    Included Activities

    • Catch a ferry from Helsinki to Tallinn
    • Enjoy lunch in Tallinn
    • Take a tour of Tallinn with a local guide
    Landmarks
    Tallinn Old Town
    Town Hall Square
    St. Olav's Church
  11. Day 11

    Tallinn - Pärnu - Saulkrasti - Riga

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Sightsee in Pärnu; a resort city in Estonia
    • Visit Saulkrasti; a Latvian seaside town
    • Learn about Latvian history at the Latvian War Cemetery
    • Discover Riga; Latvia's vibrant capital
    Landmarks
    Latvian Military Cemetery
    Riga Central Market
  12. Day 12

    Riga - Hill of Crosses - Trakai - Vilnius

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Group dinner with fellow travellers)

    Included Activities

    • Visit the Hill of Crosses in Lithuania
    • Stop at Trakai, Europe's only historic national park
    • Explore Vilnius; capital of Lithuania
    Landmarks
    Hill of Crosses
    Trakai Castle
    Itinerary Image 1
  13. Day 13

    Vilnius to Warsaw

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Group dinner with fellow travellers)

    Included Activities

    • See Warsaw's highlights on a driving tour
    Landmarks
    Presidential Palace
    Palace of Science and Culture
  14. Day 14

    Warsaw

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Discover Warsaw's Old Town with a local guide

    Optional Activities

    • Optional excursions featuring Warsaw's culinary and cultural history
    Landmarks
    Warsaw Old Town
    Museum of the History of Polish Jews
    Chopin Museum
    National Museum
  15. Day 15

    Warsaw - Poznań - Berlin

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Group dinner with fellow travellers)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Old Market Square in Poznań
    • See iconic sights on a walking and driving tour of Berlin
    Landmarks
    Old Market Square
    Brandenburg Gate
    Checkpoint Charlie
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  16. Day 16

    Berlin

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Berlin+ tour - visit East Side Gallery, Berlin Wall Memorial, TV Tower and more
    Landmarks
    East Side Gallery
    Berlin Wall Memorial
    TV Tower
    Museum Island
  17. Day 17

    Berlin to Amsterdam

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Optional farewell dinner with fellow travellers, tour leader, and driver
  18. Day 18

    Amsterdam

    End point
    Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands (Hotel in Amsterdam, 10:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast
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3.9
Overall rating based on 26 Reviews
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    4.1
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    4.4
  • Guide
    4.0
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    3.6
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  • B
    October 9th, 2025
    3.0
    Too rushed more time in Copenhagen needed
    Traveled in September 2025
  • Northern Explorer reviewer 2
    September 2nd, 2025
    4.0
    The Northern Explorer is a fast based trip covering about 10 destinations in 18days. There is a lot of early mornings...
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    Traveled in August 2025
  • B
    July 13th, 2025
    5.0
    Great guide, all brilliantly organised
    Traveled in June 2025
  • P
    September 5th, 2024
    4.0
    Shae (Guide) & Hans (Driver - excellent. (a) Good idea - Seat rotation on bus. (b) Good idea - Asking person...
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    Traveled in July 2024
    Reply from: Expat Explore Travel
    Thank you for your feedback! We’re happy to hear that Shae and Hans made your tour enjoyable. We appreciate your suggestions regarding seat rotation and courtesy on the bus. We’ll also take note of your comments about the music and noise, as well as the hotel conditions, to improve the overall experience for future travelers. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back on tour soon!
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  • Northern Explorer reviewer 5
    July 15th, 2024
    4.0
    Less than excellent but very good.
    Traveled in June 2024
    Reply from: Expat Explore Travel
    We appreciate you taking the time to share your review. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another life-enriching adventure soon!
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  • Northern Explorer reviewer 6
    June 3rd, 2024
    5.0
    I had an amazing time. A brief period to see each of the cities and countries on offer. But you were definitely able...
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    Traveled in May 2024
  • J
    September 9th, 2023
    3.0
    They tour is very fast paced. Spend most of the time in the bus. I would say the tour is 17 days since the 2 nd last...
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    Traveled in August 2023
    Reply from: Expat Explore Travel
    Thank you for your detailed feedback on your tour experience. Your concerns regarding the pace of the tour, accommodation quality, meals, and health issues have been noted and passed on for further review. We appreciate your suggestions for improvements, especially regarding sanitation and COVID-19 protocols on the bus. Your valuable input will help us enhance the tour experience for future travelers.
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  • Northern Explorer reviewer 8
    June 26th, 2023
    4.0
    Good trip and much of what I expected with some surprise nuggets thrown in. There are many long travel days so be...
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    Traveled in April 2023
  • L
    August 12th, 2022
    3.0
    Itinerary was excellent. Driver was outstanding. Good value for the money. Tour Leader is experienced and...
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    Traveled in June 2022
  • Northern Explorer reviewer 10
    August 22nd, 2019
    3.0
    Overall the tour was ok but with some issues. The guide wasn't up to it.Some of the hotels were poor.
    Traveled in July 2019

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  • V

    Veronica

    Asked on January 1st, 2026

    Could you please provide us with the name of the accommodations and the price for a single room? Additionally, we'd like to know the costs for adding arrival and departure transfers.

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    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten January 2026

      At this stage, the departure is too far in advance for us to give you a confirmed list of hotels. Due to the fact that our hotels are subject to change, we do not provide inaccurate information beforehand to minimize any confusion that may be caused. We therefore suggest reaching out roughly 90 days prior for this information.

      The price of the Single Room Upgrade for this tour and departure is at 1,435 USD.

      Regrettably, we can no longer assist with transfers. We recommend using public transport for airport-to-hotel transportation. If you prefer a transfer service, you can easily book through Welcome Pickups, a user-friendly platform with competitive prices.

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    Luke

    Asked on December 24th, 2025

    is there an optional excursion from Oslo to go to Fam or Gudvangen to see the Fiords ? It will ab a shame not to see the Fijords in Norway.

    Tour Details
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten December 2025

      At this time, our Northern Explorer itinerary is fixed, and there is no optional excursion from Oslo to Flam or Gudvangen included in the program. However, the itinerary does include visits to Norway's stunning fjords, ensuring you still get to experience the breathtaking scenery the region is famous for.

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    Julia

    Asked on August 10th, 2025

    Do you have any availability on this tour from Sept 10-27?

    Price / Availability
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten August 2025

      For the dates you're asking about, 10–27 September 2025, we don't have a departure available. The closest option we can offer is 17 September – 4 October 2025.

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    Ray

    Asked on July 27th, 2025

    Will be 81 years of age. Request an exception.

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    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten July 2025

      We absolutely welcome travelers of all ages, including those who are 81. That said, please note that this tour involves moderate physical activity, including walking tours that may last 2–3 hours on uneven surfaces, and some hotels may not have elevators. For safety and comfort, we ask that all travelers are fit enough to manage these activities independently. If mobility could be a concern, we recommend bringing a companion who can assist as our tour leaders are not able to provide physical support. You may also want to discuss your travel plans with your doctor to ensure this tour is a good fit for you.

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    Ana

    Asked on July 13th, 2025

    My partner will be 79 at time if travel, apparently over the recommended age of 75. He is very fit and healthy for his age.

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    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten July 2025

      We do recommend our tours for travelers aged 75 and under, but we are happy to welcome travelers over this age as long as they are fit, healthy, and able to manage the physical demands of the tour. This includes being able to walk for extended periods (up to 2–3 hours during walking tours), board and exit the coach independently (as there are no lifts and the steps can be higher than usual), and carry your own luggage.

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    Lori

    Asked on May 9th, 2025

    Do you happen to know the hotel in Amsterdam for the start of the tour, and the end of the tour we may stay extra days

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    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten May 2025

      Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam Schiphol is the starting point. Hotels may be subject to change. Final confirmation on hotels will be emailed 10-15 Days before the tour starts.

    • L

      Lori

      TravelerWritten June 2025

      Our flight arrives at 7.15am on the morning the tour starts in Amsterdam, will we have enough time to join the tour, or are we better to rest on day 1 for the start on day 2

    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten June 2025

      If your flight arrives at 7:15 AM and tour meeting is at 10:00 AM, it should be doable but tight. Consider travel time from airport, customs, baggage. We suggest arriving the day before to be well-rested and avoid rushing.

    • L

      Lori

      TravelerWritten June 2025

      Do you have contact with the hotel to book in earlier, prefer an email

    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten June 2025

      We're unable to assist with booking pre- or post-tour accommodation directly. Recommend using Booking.com to make arrangements. Starting hotel is Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam Schiphol, subject to change.

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    Jeremy

    Asked on November 19th, 2024

    How many travellers are on this tour?

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    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten November 2024

      Currently, there are 22 Travelers who have booked the September 17, 2025 Departure. The maximum capacity of this tour is 48 Pax and we are anticipating more travelers to book the tour soon.

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    Samantha

    Asked on November 11th, 2024

    Is accommodation booked in the hotel the night before the tour starts in Amsterdam?

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    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten November 2024

      No, the included accommodation for our tour will start on the evening of Day 1. If customers arrive in the starting city a day early, they will have to arrange their Accommodations.

  • M

    Martha

    Asked on October 16th, 2024

    Wondering if it's possible for me to choose to stay in Berlin instead of going back to Amsterdam to finish the program because I'd like to see some places near Berlin.

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    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten October 2024

      We do allow customers to join the tour late or leave the tour early. You can choose to stay in a specific location and not continue with the itinerary. However, once you leave the group/tour, you will need to make arrangements for your Transportation and Accommodations from then on.

    • M

      Martha

      TravelerWritten October 2024

      Can you please advise me which month is better, May or October for visiting Scandinavia and Baltic regions. As far as I know, Scandinavia has a longer night and getting colder.

    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten October 2024

      It would be up to your personal preference. Both May and October sandwich the Summer Months in the Region. During those months, the weather is fair and not too cold, crowds are also minimal compared to the Summer Season.

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    Leah

    Asked on October 6th, 2024

    Is it possible to change my reservation from October 2025 to October 2026?

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    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten October 2024

      Yes, you can change it to another schedule. 2026 Tour Schedules are not yet posted online. Check back around Feb 2025 to check if 2026 schedules are offered. Tour Change Fees will not apply unless the customer requests a tour change 75 Days or closer to the tour date.

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  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F, K.

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    Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Latvia and Lithuania
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    Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Latvia and Lithuania
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    Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Latvia and Lithuania
    Type K
    Denmark
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Denmark.Estonia.Finland.Germany.Latvia.Lithuania.Norway.Poland.Sweden. Ideally 6 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Estonia.Latvia.Lithuania.Poland. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Estonia.Latvia.Lithuania.Poland. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Latvia.Lithuania. Ideally 3 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.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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    • For any tour departing before June 10th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after June 10th, 2026, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with Expat Explore 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.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Expat Explore Travel will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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