Your Scandinavia & Baltic Tour Includes:

Fully escorted by Brian Judd Tours from Salt Lake City
Superior Tourist/First Class Hotels
All sighstseeing and admissions as outlined
23 total meals: 14 breakfasts and 9 dinners
Steamer cruise on Naeroyfjord and Aurlandsfjords
Ride the Scenic Flam Railway
Overnight cruise to Helsinki
Overnight cruise to Bergen
Deluxe, air-conditioned motor coach
Baggage handling throughout
Fully guided by Local Scandinavian Image Tour manager

Complete land package price:

* $6185.00 per person, double occupancy + airfare
if booked by January 15th!

Single person room $8195.00 (very limited)

Triple/Quad rooms are not available on this tour.

* EARLY BOOKING BONUSES *
* Save $300.00 per person with Early Booking! Regular price $6485.00

Note: Airfare is not included in the land package price, details below:

Airfare package price:
Airfare is not included in the land package price. Airfare will not be available for this tour until February-March 2025. However, we expect the round-trip group airfare price from Salt Lake to be approximatley $1895.00 per person. It is a mistake to wait until the airfare becomes available as this popular tour will sell out!

* Price reflects a pay by check/cash discount. Credit cards + 3.85%

Your itinerary

Day 1 Salt Lake. Copenhagen
Today begins your Scandinavia & Baltic Highlights adventure. Relax on your transatlantic flight with the assurance that Brian Judd Tours has taken care of all the details for you. (meals in flight).

Day 2 DENMARK . . Copenhagen.
Upon arrival at Copenhagen Airport, you will meet your Tour Manager and board your motorcoach for transfer to your hotel. Get acquainted with your fellow travelers during a ‘Welcome to Scandinavia Dinner’. (D)

Day 3 DENMARK . . Copenhagen
This morning, a local guide will introduce you to the treasures of Copenhagen, including Amalienborg Palace (residence of the king and royal family), Frederiks Kirke (also known as the Marble Church), and Copenhagen’s trademark statue of the Little Mermaid. Following your city tour, Copenhagen’s Nyhavn district is the perfect setting for an independent lunch amid the colorful townhouses and historic wooden ships that line the canal. The afternoon is free to continue your exploration of Copenhagen or join your Tour Manager for an optional Danish Castles excursion (see Optional Excursions). This evening, enjoy an included visit to the Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen’s famous amusement park and pleasure garden. Take in the vibrant nightlife during an independent dinner at one of the park’s many restaurants. (Breakfast)

Day 4 DENMARK . . Copenhagen - Odense – Hirtshals.
Denmark is made up of the Jutland Peninsula as well as more than 400 islands, with Zealand and Funen as the largest. Upon departing the Danish capital, located on Zealand, travel west to Funen via the 18 kilometer (11.25 mile) Storebælt (Great Belt) Fixed Link, consisting of two bridges and a tunnel. By late morning, arrive in Odense for an included visit to the Hans Christian Andersen Museum. Born in 1805, Andersen went from humble beginnings to enormous fame for his beloved fairy tales including “The Ugly Duckling,” “The Princess and the Pea,” and “The Emperor’s New Clothes.” Continue north on the Jutland Peninsula to the port city of Hirtshals, where you will embark on an overnight cruise to Bergen, Norway. Dinner will be served on-board. (Breakfast, Dinner)

DAY 5 - NORWAY . . Bergen – Stalheim.
Wake up to the invigorating breeze of the North Sea and arrive in Bergen’s harbor by mid-day. Bergen is one of Europe’s oldest port cities, established as a center of trade in the 12th century. Bergen’s old wharf, known as Bryggen, is a reminder of the town’s importance as part of the Hanseatic League’s trading empire. Wander among the historic row houses where you will find potters, jewelers and leather crafters, as well as restaurants and cafés. Departing Bergen, take in the pure Norwegian scenery on the way to your hotel in Stalheim. Before your included dinner, explore the grounds and take photos of the hotel’s aesthetically unique location. (Breakfast, Dinner)

DAY 6 - NORWAY . . Flåm Railway – Fjord Cruise – Stalheim.
Spectacular vistas abound today! Experience a one-hour journey on the scenic Flåm Railway, past mountains, waterfalls and stunning landscapes. The railway itself is an engineering marvel, descending 2,844 feet as you approach Flåm. Pause in Flåm to enjoy a relaxing independent lunch and explore the village shops or the railway museum. This afternoon, board a fjord steamer for a two-hour cruise through the Aurlandsfjord and the Nærøyfjord, the world's narrowest fjord and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Disembark at Gudvangen where the motor coach will be waiting to return you to the Stalheim hotel for dinner. (Breakfast, Dinner)

DAY 7 - NORWAY . . Borgund – Oslo.
This morning, visit the Borgund Stave Church. Made of wood and coated in a unique natural tar, stave churches dotted the countryside of Norway during the Middle Ages. Built around 1180, Borgund is exceptionally well preserved and is one of the most distinctive stave churches still standing. From Borgund, lush wooded areas, hills, lakes and resort villages complement the journey towards Oslo. Make an afternoon stop before reaching your Oslo hotel for check-in and an included dinner. (Breakfast, Dinner)

DAY 8 - NORWAY . . Oslo.
A local city guide will accompany you and provide insight into Oslo’s scenic waterfront, fjord-dominated landscape and Norwegian culture. The fascinating Vigeland Sculpture Park is included in your orientation tour. You’ll also see landmarks such as the Parliament building, Royal Palace, and Oslo City Hall the venue for the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony. The rest of the day is yours to discover all that Oslo has to offer. Aker Brygge, the revitalized waterfront district, is a pleasant place for an independent lunch and for further exploration. Consider spending the rest of your free time touring the Akershus Fortress, studying intriguing works of art at the Munch Museum, or joining the optional Bygdoy Peninsula excursion (see Optional Excursions), including the Fram and the Norwegian Museum of Cultural History. Dinner is independent this evening, providing you opportunity to experience Oslo’s rich culinary culture. (Breakfast)

DAY 9 - SWEDEN . . Stockholm.
Today is a full day of travel from Oslo to Stockholm. Take in the beautiful scenery as you pass by rich farmlands, expansive pine forests, rustic terrain and pristine lakes. Stop for an independent lunch in one of the small towns along the way. Dinner will be served after check-in at your Stockholm area hotel. (Breakfast, Dinner)

DAY 10 - SWEDEN . . Stockholm.
Start the day with an overview of city landmarks by motor coach, followed by a walking tour through Gamla Stan, Stockholm’s Old Town. Situated on Stadsholmen Island and two islets, Gamla Stan dates back to the 13th century and consists of medieval alleyways, cobbled streets, and well-preserved Gothic buildings including the Royal Palace, Stockholm Cathedral, and the Riddarholmen Church (one of the oldest buildings in Stockholm). For your independent lunch in Gamla Stan, try a Swedish smörgåsbord at one of the many restaurants. The afternoon is free for independent sightseeing or join your Tour Manager for an optional Drottningholm Palace excursion (see Optional Excursions). This evening, return to the Stockholm city center for an independent dinner in the lively and bustling Swedish capital. (Breakfast)

DAY 11 - SWEDEN . . Stockholm - Skansen & Overnight Cruise to FINLAND.
Stroll along Stockholm's harbor or join your Tour Manager for the optional Vasa Museum excursion (see Optional Excursions). By lunchtime, transfer to Skansen, the world’s first open-air museum. Founded in 1891, Skansen features 150 Swedish farms and dwellings illustrating how people lived between the 16th and the early 20th centuries. Staff members are dressed in period clothing and provide insight into daily life over the past 500 years. The museum is also home to the Stockholm Zoo, which features native Nordic animals. After an independent lunch in Skansen, transfer to the harbor to check-in for the overnight cruise to Helsinki, Finland. Explore the ship before dining on a lavish buffet dinner. Spend the rest of your evening experiencing all that the ship has to offer including tax free shopping, musical entertainment and dancing. (Breakfast, Dinner)

DAY 12 - FINLAND . . Helsinki.
Enjoy breakfast on the ship's deck as the island-dotted shores of Finland come into view. The cruise ship will dock in Helsinki by mid-morning. Board the motor coach and proceed to the city center where a local guide will join you to share some of the city’s notable sites including the Rock Church, Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral and Helsinki Cathedral. This afternoon, visit Helsinki’s open-air markets where local merchants sell traditional foods and local treats, as well as handicrafts and souvenirs. After check-in at your hotel, continue your exploration of the city during an independent dinner. (Breakfast)

DAY 13 - ESTONIA . . Tallinn.
Transfer to the Helsinki ferry terminal for a two-hour crossing over the Gulf of Finland to Tallinn, Estonia. Tallinn’s Old Town is one of the best maintained medieval cities in Europe. A local guide will take you on a walking tour through the winding cobbled streets. This well-preserved 13th-century city is divided into two distinct parts: Toompea Hill, home to the gentry that ruled over the countryside; and the Lower Town, where merchants traded goods from around the world on the Town Hall Square. Find a quiet restaurant in the Old Town for an independent dinner or participate in the optional Olde Hansa Dinner excursion (see Optional Excursions). (Breakfast)

DAY 14 - ESTONIA . . Tallinn – Pärnu & LATVIA . . Riga.
Depart Tallinn and travel to Pärnu, a medieval city and the ultimate Estonian summer destination. While there take in its laid-back atmosphere, sandy beaches, spas and restaurants. Stop at a local market to purchase snack items for a picnic along the beach promenade, or have lunch at one of the sidewalk cafés. This afternoon, continue your journey into Riga, the capital city of Latvia, where you will spend the next two nights. (Breakfast, Dinner)

DAY 15 - LATVIA . . Riga.
Riga is the largest of the three Baltic capitals, boasting a skyline of Gothic spires and one of the world’s richest collections of Art Nouveau architecture. A local guide will point out some of the city's highlights including the Castle, St. Peter’s Church and Dome Cathedral. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. For lunch, wind your way through the enormous Central Market offering savory sausage, cheese, black bread, smoked fish and other local favorites. Or, enjoy a hearty meal at a friendly bistro. You may wish to try the mysterious Riga Black Balsam, a traditional Latvian herbal liqueur made with natural ingredients mixed in pure vodka. The Old Town is within walking distance and is an excellent place to soak up the local sights and flavors during an independent dinner. (Breakfast)

DAY 16 - LITHUANIA . . Vilnius.
Today's destination is Lithuania’s delightful capital city of Vilnius. The Old Town bustles with fairy-tale charm and offers quaint cafés and restaurants for an independent lunch. Begin your afternoon on a walking tour with a local guide who will provide valuable insight into the city’s history and culture amid Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Neoclassical architecture. Following the city tour, take some additional time to browse the boutiques and flower vendors before transferring to the hotel for a “Farewell Dinner” with your fellow tour participants. (Breakfast, Dinner)

DAY 17 - LITHUANIA . . Vilnius.. . U.S.A.
Daytime flight from Vilnius airport back to the U.S.A., with a lifetime of memories of your Scandinavia and Baltic Countries with Brian Judd Tours!

B = Breakfast / D = Dinner

About this Tour

Embark on a 17-day odyssey through Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Wander through the cobblestone streets of Copenhagen, marvel at the breathtaking Aurlandsfjord and Naeroyfjord, and embrace the majestic charm of Oslo. Discover Stockholm's archipelago, soak in Helsinki's seaside allure, and walk along Tallinn's medieval walls. Delve into the rich history of Riga, and savor the cultural tapestry of Vilnius. This adventure invites you to explore the vibrant capital cities and unique treasures of Scandinavia and the Baltic states, creating memories that will linger long after the journey ends.

Highest Elevation: 2,833 feet at Myrdal Station on the Flåm Railway.

Walking Expectations: “Active” - An average of 3 1/2 miles per day often encountering
uneven surfaces, steps and inclines.