Day 1 : Welcome to PEREGRINE    ‘Scandinavia’ Tour. Arrive into Helsinki – the city of four seasons. The capital of Finland.

Today, you embark on a spectacular tour of Scandinavia as you board your flight to the Finnish Capital, Helsinki. On arrival into Helsinki you will be greeted by your friendly PEREGRINE Tour Manager or a local representative outside the baggage hall, who will transfer you to your hotel. Check-in and relax in the comforts of your hotel. Later, you have some free time to explore this modern European cultural city whose urban cosmopolitan lifestyle exists in perfect harmony with nature and is surrounded by the sea and its own exotic archipelago. Tonight, enjoy a delicious Indian dinner. Overnight at Sokos hotel Presidenti/ Seurahuone or similar in Helsinki

Day 2 : Enjoy a guided tour of Helsinki. Board the luxurious ‘Silja line’ cruise and sail into the Swedish capital, Stockholm.

After a Scandinavian breakfast at your hotel, proceed on a tour of this city with an experienced English-speaking local guide. Enjoy the sights of this beautiful city that range from neoclassical to the modern. See the Lutheran Tempelliauki Church or ‘Rocky church of Helsinki’, which is quarried out of natural bedrock, the Uspenski Cathedral, the marvelous Sibelius Park, the Senate Square, the Presidential Palace, Finlandia Hall, Opera House and many more interesting sights. After a delicious Indian lunch, the afternoon is at leisure, before you board the luxurious ‘Silja Line’ cruise for a fascinating voyage across the Baltic Sea and through the Swedish archipelago to Stockholm. Tonight, enjoy a Grand Viking buffet dinner on board the cruise. After dinner, you can dance the night away in the nightclub, linger in the various shops, or enjoy the scenery, as we cruise to Stockholm in style. Overnight on board Silja Cruise liner.

Day 3 : Arrive into Stockholm - the fashionable Swedish capital. Enjoy a guided tour of this scenic city with a visit to the Vasa Ship Museum and the Drottningholm Palace.

After a Scandinavian breakfast on board the cruise, disembark at the picturesque city of Stockholm often called ‘Beauty on Water’, situated on an archipelago of 14 islands between Lake Malaren and the Baltic Sea. On arrival, proceed for a tour of the Swedish capital accompanied by an experienced local English speaking guide. See the glamorous City Hall, an impressive building, both in terms of architecture and artistic embellishments, where every year the Nobel Prize banquette takes place, the Royal Palace and the Cathedral. Visit the Old Town, renowned for its picturesque narrow alleys that date from the middle ages. Next we stop at the Fjallgatan viewpoint from where you can enjoy a splendid view of the city and inner harbour, the famous Vasa Museum, housing the majestic 17th century royal warship Vasa, which sank on her maiden voyage in 1628 and was salvaged in 1961. This afternoon lunch will be provided. Later, visit the Drottningholm Palace, a former royal summer residence, which today is the home of the Royal family. A beautiful example of Baroque Park and magnificent rooms from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries, the Drottningholm Palace is today, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Later this evening, enjoy a sumptuous Indian dinner. Overnight at hotel Clarion / Elite Palace or similar in Stockholm.

Day 4 : Norway – The land of serene fjords. Onto Oslo – The Viking capital. En route visit Karlstad, one of Sweden’s loveliest lakeside towns.

After a Scandinavian breakfast, sit back and relax in your coach, as we drive to Oslo – the Viking capital where fjords and mountains meet. Enroute, visit the town of Karlstad, situated between the cities of Stockholm and Oslo. Lunch will be provided this afternoon. Lying on the northern shores of Lake Vanern this town which is bisected by the Klaralven River, provides visitors with an opportunity to completely soak in its splendid beauty. On arrival into Oslo, check in and relax in the comforts of your hotel. Later, we take a short walk to a restaurant where a sumptuous Indian dinner awaits you. Overnight at hotel Bristol or similar in Oslo.

Day 5 : Full day tour of Oslo – the home of Nobel Prize Ceremonies. Visit the Hollmenkollen Ski Jump and the Vigeland Sculpture Park.

After a Scandinavian breakfast, proceed for a tour of this marvelous city with an experienced English-speaking local guide. See the Town House, the House of Parliament, the Royal Palace and the majestic Akershus fortress. Visit the magnificent and unique Vigeland Sculpture Park, the highlight of your city tour and Karl Johan Street. After lunch, visit the Viking Ship Museum, where you can see remarkably preserved Viking Ships. This museum offers a wide collection of artifacts from the Viking Period. Norway is often called the ‘Cradle of Skiing’ which you will encounter when you visit the Hollmenkollen Ski Jump, to admire the dizzying panorama. Enjoy these special sights and many more on your guided tour. Tonight, enjoy a sumptuous Indian dinner at an Indian restaurant. Overnight at hotel Bristol or similar in Oslo.

Day 6 : A day full of fun, adventure and ever changing beautiful scenery as we take you on Norway’s most famous trips – ‘Norway in a Nutshell’. Be dazzled by the spectacular scenery and panoramic views of the snow-capped fjords, cascading waterfalls and green foliage as you travel to Bergen through the beautiful landscapes of Western Norway and the fjords region by rail, boat and bus.

Today, a PACKED breakfast awaits you, as you get ready for an early start as you travel on one of Norway’s most popular trips ‘Norway in a nutshell’. A combination of spectacular train rides and impressive trips by boat and bus. Be spellbound as you travel through some of the most magnificent scenery in Fjord Norway. You will first be transferred to the station to board your scenic train to Mydral, where you change to the Flam railway line, a masterpiece of engineering set in wild and wonderful scenery to travel to Flam. Feast your eyes on the ever-changing panorama of huge mountains and thundering waterfalls as the train glides through tunnels and open stretches on its way down to wild Flam valley. Enjoy lunch this afternoon. Wander around the idyllic countryside, before embarking on an enchanting boat ride through the spectacular fjords. Be amazed with the splendid scenery as the boat takes you from Aurlandsfjords into the Naeroyfjord, one of the narrowest fjords in Europe, surrounded by mighty mountains of up to 1800 meters. On arrival at scenic Gudvangen, board your coach as you travel through the impressive Norwegian landscape to Bergen. Pass charming villages before arriving into Bergen, ‘the Gateway to the Fjords’. A hearty Indian dinner awaits you before you check in to your hotel. Overnight at hotel Clarion Admiral / Augustine or similar in Bergen.

Day 7 : Discover Bergen on a guided    tour. Ride the Funicular for spectacular views.

This morning, after a Scandinavian breakfast, is accompanied by an experienced English-speaking local guide for your city tour of Bergen. Bergen is an international town with small-town charm and atmosphere, surrounded by seven rounded, lush mountains. The Hanseatic wharf Bryggen with its pastel-color wooden houses, winding cobblestone streets, and Old Bergen are just a few of many attractions that make Bergen a real place of enchantment. Visit the harbour, the fish market, see St. Mary’s church from the 12th century and one of the most outstanding Romanesque churches in the country. Visit Troldhaugen, the home of Norway’s beloved composer Edward Greg and wife Nina. Lunch will be provided. Then take a fun filled ride on the Funicular train, to the top of the mountain and enjoy panoramic and uninterrupted views of the city and its surroundings. Here, you will also have a chance to shop at the many exciting outlets. Later tonight, enjoy a delicious Indian dinner. Overnight at hotel Clarion Admiral / Augustine or similar in Bergen.

Day 8 : Cruise down to the Danish capital - Copenhagen

After a Scandinavian breakfast, we transfer you to the pier to board your luxurious overnight cruise to Hirtshals. Enjoy lunch on board. The rest of the day is free for you to wander and explore this cruise on your own with its many duty-free shops and wide range of entertainment for all ages. Today, enjoy continental dinner on board. Overnight on board the cruise.

Day 9 : Arrive into Copenhagen – Enjoy a city tour of Copenhagen.

After a Scandinavian breakfast on your cruise, you arrive at the scenic town of Hirtshals, situated in northern Denmark. Disembark from your cruise, sit back and relax in your coach as we drive through some of the finest and impressive scenery in the whole of Denmark to the Danish capital - Copenhagen, a favorite for art lovers and shoppers. Lunch will be provided. On arrival at Copenhagen, proceed with your English-speaking local guide for a tour of Scandinavia’s largest and liveliest metropolis. See the City Hall, the Parliament building, the Amalienborg Palace, which is the home of the royal family, the Stock Exchange, Gefion fountain and many other interesting sights. View the world-famous statue of the wistful Little Mermaid, inspired by Hans Christian Anderson’s fairytale, watching the harbour sitting on her rock by the Lange line Promenade and Amalienborg’s rococo palace. Next visit the famous Tivoli Gardens. You have an opportunity to enjoy the various rides on your own. Later tonight, enjoy a delicious Indian dinner. Overnight at hotel Imperial/Island or similar in Copenhagen.

Day 10 : Fly back home.

This morning, after a Scandinavian breakfast, check out of your    hotel and proceed to the airport for your flight back home. Arrive home with pleasant memories of your Scandinavian tour, which we are sure you will treasure for a lifetime. Do spare a few minutes to fill in the feedback form and hand it to your Tour Manager. Your valued suggestions will be most appreciated.