Scandinavia & Best of Baltics | Winter | 2024/2025

Scandinavia & Best of Baltics | Winter | 2024/2025

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$3371

Scandinavia & Best of Baltics | Winter | 2024/2025

17 Days Starting in Copenhagen, Denmark and ending in Vilnius, Lithuania

Visiting: Copenhagen, Oslo, Torgås, Stockholm, Tallinn, Tartu, Riga, Kaunas, Vilnius

Tour operator:

Contiki

Tour code:

WSBBA19

Specialist Group:

18-30 Somethings

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

18-35

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural, History

From: $4155 $3371 Operator discount: -$784 -19%

NB: Prices correct on 31-Oct-2024 but subject to change.

This tour is no longer available, please see similar tours below or send an enquiry

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable winter journey through Scandinavia and the Baltics with this 2024/2025 tour. Discover the vibrant cities and stunning landscapes of Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Begin in Copenhagen, exploring its Renaissance architecture and lively Freetown Christiania. In Oslo, enjoy the riverside metropolis and lush greenery. Experience the thrill of Lillehammer's Olympic Track bobsleigh and hike with huskies in Falun. Wander Stockholm's medieval streets and admire Tallinn's well-preserved old town. Visit the Hill of Crosses in Lithuania and marvel at Vilnius' baroque architecture, including the picturesque Trakai Island Castle. Enjoy included city tours, special activities, and local culinary delights, with seamless transport and comfortable accommodations throughout. This in-depth explorer tour promises a rich cultural experience across six captivating countries.

Highlights

  • Exploring Copenhagen's Renaissance architecture and vibrant nightlife in Freetown Christiania.

  • Discovering Oslo's riverside metropolis with mountains of greenery and easy-going culture.

  • Visiting Lillehammer and experiencing the Lillehammer Olympic Track bobsleigh.

  • Taking a city tour of Stockholm and strolling the medieval streets of Gamla Stan.

  • Exploring Tallinn's well-preserved old town and charming coastline.

  • Touring the Hill of Crosses in Lithuania with over 200,000 ornate crosses.

  • Admiring the baroque architecture and cobbled streets of Vilnius, including Trakai island castle.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Start Copenhagen

Location: Copenhagen

Accommodation Name: Scandic Sydhaven (or similar)

Meals Included: Dinner

Good afternoon globe-roamers and welcome to your first stop of memory-making magic. After a bit of a mingle with the new squad we'll be getting into the spirit of our imminent adventures in Copenhagen. We've got all day tomorrow to suss out the city, so after an orientation tour, tonight can stay reserved for Contiki hangs if you're feeling social.

Day 2: Copenhagen

Location: Copenhagen

Accommodation Name: Scandic Sydhaven (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Constantly named amongst the most liveable cities in the world, Copenhagen is an artwork of locals on bicycles, Danish pastries in cute café windows, & Renaissance architecture. Being a bustling university town and home to the hippie hood of Freetown Christiania, nightlife and unique culture can be found at every turn.

Day 3: Copenhagen To Oslo

Location: Oslo

Accommodation Name: Scandic Helsfyr (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Before you go bursting out of your travel clothes thanks to your new-found pastry dependency, we're bailing on Denmark. Next stop: Norway!  To the call of castles, fresh seafood, & pretty parks, we respond! Today we're taking on Norway.

Day 4: Oslo

Location: Oslo

Accommodation Name: Scandic Helsfyr (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Oslo, both the capital and biggest city of Norway, is a riverside metropolis back-dropped by mountains of greenery and filled with easy-going culture. We'll be surrounded by 200 bronze statues eating Krumkaker pastries before we can say "jeg elsker Norge!" (that's "I love Norway," folks). Pottering around museums and pretty buildings will keep us busy by day.  While taking a stroll through the city should keep you busy by night.

Day 5: Oslo To Elverum

Location: Oslo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Thon Hotel Elgstua (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Oslo, it’s been amazing. But there's one more thing to tick off before we leave. You can choose to sail the Oslo Fjord, taking in the breathtaking views along the way. Then, we'll head to traditional city of Elverum. Hey hey, Lillehammer! Upon arrival we can check out the ski jump, take a stroll through the city and then find a spot for dinner.  With plenty of churches and lakes, things are bound to feel authentically Scandinavian here in Elverum, and we wouldn’t have it any other way.

Day 6: Elverum To Torgås

Location: Torgås

Accommodation Name: Torgåsgården (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Rise and shine! More adventures await us today. We're crossing the border from Norway to Sweden, so keep an eye out for the famous Vasaloppet start line. Once we reach Torgås, you can join a hike during the day (with snowshoes if there’s snow). We’ll also be joined by some huskies… so be prepared for a cuteness overload. For dinner tonight, we’ll tuck into a traditional Norwegian speciality – reindeer stew served with mashed potatoes and lingonberry. It’s enough to warm the cockles of your heart.

Day 7: Torgås

Location: Torgås

Accommodation Name: Torgåsgården (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today you'll wake up in Torgåsgården - a Contiki Special Stay renowned for its jaw-dropping natural beauty. Skiing, anyone? How about snowboarding? Maybe indoor swimming and high-speed water slides sound good? Whatever you fancy, you can choose to do it here!

Day 8: Torgås To Stockholm

Location: Stockholm

Accommodation Name: Generator Stockholm (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Leaving Dalarna behind, and saying farewell to Sweden's national symbol, the orange Dala horse, we're headed to the capital today! Stockholm, here we come! Arriving in Stockholm, we'll take a city tour where we'll have the chance to stroll the quaint medieval streets of Gamla Stan & try to catch the changing of the guard at the Royal Palace.

Day 9: Stockholm

Location: Stockholm

Accommodation Name: Generator Stockholm (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Wander the quaint medieval streets of Gamla Stan & try to catch the changing of the guard at the Royal Palace. All that ground covered will earn you some Swedish salmon & an Absolut on the rocks – but don’t forget to save room for your evening meatballs….

Day 10: Stockholm To Tallinn

Location: Tallinn

Accommodation Name: Metropol Hotel Tallinn (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning we'll leave Sweden behind and fly across the Baltic Sea to Estonia. Welcome to Tallinn, Estonia's elegant capital. We'll let you explore this beautiful Baltic city for a few hours, after which our TM will give you an orientation tour, followed by a local dinner at F HOONE, with its menu of healthy but seriously delicious local delicacies.

Day 11: Tallinn

Location: Tallinn

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ibis Tallinn Center (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Tallinn is all yours for the day, so go out and find out what makes this place so special. One of Europe's hidden gems, this early medieval era creation is now a fascinating mix of old and new.With one of the best preserved old towns in the world, a charming coastline, and gothic towers scattered around, this city will win your heart in an instant.  Stop by the Estonian Open-Air Museum or take a walk to Toompea Hill for a chance to see the Old Town in all its splendour.

Day 12: Tallinn To Tartu

Location: Tartu

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Tartu (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning we're setting our sights on Tartu... A town known for its upbeat nightlife, bunting-clad town square, its wealth of cultural activities, and its 17th Century university, Tartu is an Estonian hidden gem. Take the day to explore every nook and cranny alongside your new pals and TM and we'll meet back in the evening for a locally prepared meal full of cultural specialties.

Day 13: Tartu To Riga Via Valmiermuiza And Cesis

Location: Riga

Accommodation Name: Rixwell Konventa Seta (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Tartu, it's been emotional, but today we're heading for Latvia.  An iconic tour, tasting & lunch awaits at Valmiermuiža Brewery, where we'll become acquainted with the cornerstones of brewing beer.  Next, we'll stop by to visit the Cēsis Castle, one of the most iconic and best preserved castles in Latvia.  Here we are in Riga! Enjoy a free evening around Latvia's capital, resting quietly on the Baltic Sea. Sitting at the border between tradition and cutting edge modernism, this city will no doubt charm you with its art nouveau architecture and vibrant nightlife.

Day 14: Riga

Location: Riga

Accommodation Name: Rixwell Konventa Seta (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

You've got beautiful Riga all to yourself today, so make the most of it! Take a stroll through the Old Town and discover the House of the Black Heads (a 14th century landmark), some of the many shops and restaurants that fill the cobblestoned streets and the timeless charm of a capital steeped in over 800 years of history.

Day 15: Riga To Kaunas

Location: Kaunas

Accommodation Name: Moxy Kaunas Center (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

...and we're on the road again. Today we're visiting the Hill of Crosses, an epic site pilgrimage site which boasts a collection of over 200,000 ornate crosses, statues and effigies erected on a small hill in Northern Lithuania. Well hello, Kaunus! Here in this southern Lithuanian gem, we'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to river views and impressive cathedrals. Don't miss Kaunas Castle or the epic 9th Fort.

Day 16: Kaunas To Vilnius

Location: Vilnius

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ibis Vilnius Centre (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

So long, Kaunas. We’re making our way to our next awesome destination today, and it’s none other than vibrant Vilnius!  Welcome to Trakai Castle, a 14th century fortress built on an island on the glittering Lake Galve. This place looks just like a fairytale, so cameras at the ready… Our journey ends here in Vilnius but not without a tour of the stunning baroque architecture that'll inspire you to remodel your own home. Take advantage of the street art lining the cobblestone streets and exchange details with all your new best friends. Time to lock in your next adventure!

Day 17: End Vilnius

Location: Vilnius

Accommodation Name: Moxy Kaunas Center (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

...and this is where our journey sadly ends. Exchange contact information with your fellow travellers, who have now probably become friends. Time to lock in your next adventure!

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation is provided at various hotels including Scandic Sydhaven, Scandic Helsfyr, Thon Hotel Elgstua, Torgåsgården, Generator Stockholm, Ibis Tallinn Center, Hotel Tartu, Rixwell Konventa Seta, Moxy Kaunas Center, and Ibis Vilnius Center.

  • Meals

    Meals are included throughout the tour, with breakfast provided daily and some dinners featuring local specialties such as reindeer stew and cultural specialties.

  • City Tours

    City tours are included in various locations such as Copenhagen, Oslo, Stockholm, Tallinn, and Vilnius.

  • Special Activities

    Special activities such as the Lillehammer Olympic Track bobsleigh, hiking with huskies in Falun, and a brewery tour at Valmiermuiža Brewery are included.

  • Transport

    Transport between cities and countries is included, ensuring seamless travel throughout Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.

  • Included Experience

    Experiences such as exploring Copenhagen, Oslo, Stockholm, Tallinn, Valmiermuiza, Cesis, Riga, Trakai Island Castle, and Vilnius are included.

What's Not Included

  • Flights

    International and domestic flights to and from the starting and ending locations are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and must be purchased separately.

  • Optional Activities

    Optional activities and excursions not listed in the itinerary are not included.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.

  • Visa Fees

    Visa fees and any related travel documentation costs are not included.

Mode of Transport

Transport between cities and countries is included, ensuring seamless travel throughout Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.

Dining Summary

  • 5 Dinner (D)
  • 16 Breakfast (B)
  • 1 Lunch (L)

Included Experience

  • Copenhagen:
  • Oslo: Get your sculpture culture on! It’s hard to believe that one artist created all of these masterpieces.
  • Stockholm: Admire the kaleidoscopic buildings in Gamla Stan (the old town) and watch the changing of the guards at the Royal Palace
  • Tallinn: Get to know your new Contiki fam over a welcome dinner and drinks in arty Telliskivi.
  • Valmiermuiza: Get together with the Contiki crew for a tour, tasting and lunch at this Latvian brew-house.
  • Cesis: Take a jaunt around this medieval Latvian castle with an expert. And learn more about the Livonian Order that built it.
  • Riga: Take an orientation around the colourful streets of the Latvian capital. We’ll show you  the highlights and the best places for a night out.
  • Trakai Island Castle: This 14th century Lithuanian castle on an island in Lake Galve is so picturesque it’s almost not real. Pics or it didn’t happen!
  • Vilnius: On this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER EXPERIENCE®, we'll pay a visit to Pirmas Blynhas - a cafe that provides employment and empowerment for people with disabilities.
  • Oslo: Take an orientation around the friendly Norwegian capital. Soak up the Viking and maritime legacy, see city highlights and discover where to get the best seafood.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of meals are included during the tour?

    Meals are included throughout the tour, with breakfast provided daily. Some dinners feature local specialties such as reindeer stew and cultural specialties.

  • Are city tours included in the itinerary?

    Yes, city tours are included in various locations such as Copenhagen, Oslo, Stockholm, Tallinn, and Vilnius.

  • What special activities are part of the tour?

    Special activities include the Lillehammer Olympic Track bobsleigh, hiking with huskies in Falun, and a brewery tour at Valmiermuiža Brewery.

  • Is transportation between cities and countries provided?

    Yes, transport between cities and countries is included, ensuring seamless travel throughout Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    Accommodation is provided at various hotels including Scandic Sydhaven, Scandic Helsfyr, Thon Hotel Elgstua, Torgåsgården, Generator Stockholm, Ibis Tallinn Center, Hotel Tartu, Rixwell Konventa Seta, Moxy Kaunas Center, and Ibis Vilnius Center.

  • Are flights included in the tour package?

    No, international and domestic flights to and from the starting and ending locations are not included.

  • Is travel insurance included in the tour package?

    No, travel insurance is not included and must be purchased separately.

  • Are there any optional activities available during the tour?

    Yes, there are optional activities and excursions available, but they are not included in the itinerary.

  • What personal expenses are not covered by the tour?

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.

  • Are visa fees included in the tour package?

    No, visa fees and any related travel documentation costs are not included.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® is our commitment to protect people, wildlife and the incredible planet we all share. Powered by The TreadRight Foundation, a non-profit organisation and Contiki’s guiding hand when it comes to making travel matter.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.

Reviews of this operator

Trusted Customer  

Northern Choice plus Kaikoura

16-Jan-2023

The trip ran so smoothly and was well organised! The extra add ons were amazing and all the services were spot on. Food places were reasonable. I'm definitely booking my next contiki trip again soon!

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Sophie  

Exceptional customer service

14-Jan-2023

Contiki were exceptional in providing customer service. They provided me with lots of information and were quick in responding to all my questions. I found that they were super helpful.

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Trusted Customer  

First time traveling with Contiki. Highly recommend! You’ll have a blast

17-Jan-2023

First time traveling internationally since Covid and glad I spent the trip with Contiki. The travel, lodging, meals, activities everything was planned effortlessly. Going to Greece in may with contiki. Highly recommend

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Trusted Customer  

Amazing trip. Made great friends and memories. Can’t wait for my next trip

15-Jan-2023

I had 24 people on my contiki and I think it was the perfect number, we all got to know each other well and got along great. Our tour guide was fun and knowledgeable, the hotels were nice and in great locations.

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Tanner Stokes  

My amazing trip to Africa

13-Jan-2023

Sherif was an excellent tour guide. He was extremely knowledgeable about every single small detail at each site that we visited. In addition to his great service, he has a glowing spirit that made me feel like I had family with me the entire trip. Anything that I was concerned about, he always had an answer and was there to help. I truly enjoyed my experience and will purchase a tour with him in the future

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  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    Contiki allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform contiki, 60 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    Contiki requires a minimum deposit of 200 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of contiki charges.

    Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.

    At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.

    At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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