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In the seventeenth century Queen Christina of Sweden is quoted as saying, "It is necessary to try to surpass one's self always, this occupation ought to last as long as life." Few things evolve one like travel - and few things are as beautiful as a trip to Scandinavia. Go where Hans Christian Andersen was inspired to write his timeworn fairy tales. Copenhagen is indeed like slipping into the pages of a storybook, from the mermaid who welcomes you to the magical Tivoli Gardens, glittering with music and lights. It's a city bursting with life and culture and a sure way to surpass one's experiences. Go where a city sits on 14 islands and bewitches everyone who passes through. Stockholm is often called the "Venice of the North" for its waterways and stunning vistas. It is one of Europe's most splendid cities, dotted with gorgeous palaces, gardens, charming courtyards and narrow winding streets. |
From $2,499
INCLUDES AIRFARE
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PRICE INCLUDES AIRFARE FROM:
Chicago, Detroit, Minneapolis/St. Paul, Kansas City, St. Louis, Indianapolis,
Des Moines, Omaha |
INCLUDED FEATURES
- Round-trip air transportation to Stockholm, Sweden returning from Copenhagen, Denmark, or vice versa via SAS Scandinavian Airlines, Northwest Airlines/ KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, or similar
- Three nights first-class accommodations in Stockholm and four nights in Copenhagen
- Buffet breakfast daily
- Air transportation between Stockholm and Copenhagen
- City tours of Stockholm and Copenhagen
- Luggage handling and related tipping
- Local government and hotel taxes
- Services of a professional travel director throughout
- Complete pre-flight information
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Half day included
sightseeing tours
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
See what makes this city magical. From the mermaid in the harbor to the glittering lights and music of the Tivoli Gardens to the beauty of the Royal Theater, the Amalienborg and Christianborg palaces, Gefion Fountain and much more.
STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN
You will be taken past Stockholm's most iconic sights. The elegant City Hall with its gilt mosaics, enchanting Old Town, the Cathedral with its 15th century statue of St. George and the Dragon, and the 17th century Royal Palace.
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Create the trip that's perfect for you.
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS
Excursions featured will be available to pre-book at 45 days prior to departure, at an additional charge. Call for approximate prices. Scheduling is subject to change. |
FROM COPENHAGEN
Viking Discovery
Roskilde, a charming town of narrow cobblestone streets, shops, restaurants and museums has a history that extends back to prehistoric times. Visit the 12th century Cathedral, the Roskilde Domkirke, now the royal Danish mausoleum. Explore the Viking Ship Museum, home to 5 reconstructed Viking ships that date from 1,000 A.D. Take a fascinating tour of workshops where Viking ship replicas are built today using traditional techniques and period tools.
North Zealand Castles
This excursion combines a visit to historic monuments with a scenic drive through rural villages and wooded countryside. Travel to Hillerod to visit Frederiksborg Castle, a beautiful Renaissance building and the home of the Museum of National History. Savor its collection of priceless paintings, silver, porcelain, furniture and tapestries. Continue on to a photographic stop at Fredensborg Palace, the spring and autumn residence of the Danish Royal Family. On to Helsingor and the imposing Kronborg Castle which was the setting of Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' and a significant link in Danish history dating back to the 15th century.
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FROM STOCKHOLM
Drottningholm & Vasa Ship Museum
Drottningholm Palace, the residence of Sweden's Royal Family, is situated on an island in the small inlet of Lake Malaren. Marvel at the magnificent State Apartments and stroll the beautiful English and French gardens. Leaving the 17th century palace enjoy a panoramic drive through the Royal island of Lovon, returning via the western bridge that spans Riddarfjarden and offers stunning views of the Stockholm skyline. Continue to the museum that was built around the 17th century Swedish warship Vasa, once considered to be one of the world's largest and the pride of the Swedish army until she sank in Stockholm's harbor on her maiden voyage. Its discovery, salvage and reconstruction is an amazing story, and the restoration of this ship to near its original glory is a fascinating sight. Travel on to Ostermalm, a fashionable neighborhood of stately apartment buildings, to Hamngatan and Sergel's Torg, the focal point of Stockholm, then past the Parliament building and the House of Nobility. ous Japanese bridge.
All local transportation and sightseeing is arranged by Global Destinations Management, Ltd. and operated by Robinson Scandinavia. Robinson Scandinavia may use other suppliers or providers to render the services.
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