Scandinavia Luxury Vacations

Visit Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland for the very best in European culture, food, design, style and nature. Wonderful Copenhagen, the amazing Fjords, Lapland, Santa Claus and the Northern Lights are compelling reasons to make Scandinavia your next destination!

Destination Highlights

Safe & Healthy Environments

Scandinavians are some of the happiest people in the world. “Hygge” is Danish and means “enjoying the good things in life” and this is Scandinavia in a nutshell. You won’t want to leave! With some of Europe’s best restaurants, a thriving art and design culture, amazing landscapes just waiting to be explored by car, foot and bike, each country is a destination on its very own, and any combination works well.

Culture & Food

Scandinavians are world famous for their focus on design. Design is found everywhere – in the world class architecture, the food, the clothing and the museums. Famous for the open sandwiches, pastries and other delights, food is going to be a highlight of any trip. Stockholm and Copenagen are two of the most loved cities in Europe, and their people are warm and welcoming and speak great English!

Nature & The Great Outdoors

While the cities are full of color and culture, the great outdoors is world class. From the fjords of Norway to the many islands of the Swedish Archipelago, and from the vast forests of Finland to the stunning beaches of Denmark, one must get outdoors to appreciate Scandinavia at its best.

Highlights

  • Copenhagen and Stockholm – Hans Christan Anderson wrote about Wonderful Wonderful Copenhagen, and it is truly a wonderful city. From Tivoli Gardens to the remarkable Old Town, you can bike around easily or walk as much as you please.
  • Stockholm is equally wonderful. Built on a series of islands, this city is packed with highlights, from the historic Vasa Ship Museum to Djurgarden Island, with it’s many fascinating museums, including the Abba Museum!
  • Nearby is the beautiful Archipelago with its many islands – a wonderful summer destination.
  • Lapland and Santa Claus – Finland , Sweden and Norway all share Lapland. The Northern Lights, ice hotels and tree house hotels, dogsledding and reindeer sleigh rides, and of course Santa Claus’s home are all great reasons to visit! In summer experience The Land of the Midnight Sun!
  • Fjords of Norway – Norway is most famous for its incredible fjords, which can be explored by boat or on foot. A great scenic wonder of the world!
  • Vikings – this is the Land of the Vikings! You can sail in a Viking ship, explore a Great House, see Viking treasures in the museums and learn all about Viking daily life.
  • Kids – Legoland, Pippi Longstocking and the Moomins are just some of the reasons that make Scandinavia such a wonderful destination for kids!

Scandinavia Sample Itinerary

Day 1
Arrive in Copenhagen. This evening head out to Tivoli Gardens, one of the oldest amusement parks in the world. Adorned with fairy lights, it is magical.

Day 2
Touring Copenhagen – see the sights made famous in Hans Christian Anderson’s fairy tales. Take a ride on a canal boat, and go on a biking tour.

Day 3
Visit the former Viking capital of Roskilde, and continue to the original Legoland!

Day 4
Explore the Lego House, and enjoy Legoland with a rapid pass.

Day 5
Fly to Lapland.

Days 6/7
Summer – explore the land of the Midnight Sun! Visit a reindeer herder, and go on a fishing expedition. Hike in the forest and enjoy a traditional sauna.

Winter – visit Santa’s Toy Factory. Meet the elves and Santa himself! Enjoy a reindeer sleigh ride, and a Northern Lights expedition by snowmobile!

Days 8/9
Fly to Bergen and begin your exploration of the famous Norwegian fjords. Go hiking or take a boat to see these incredible wonders of nature!

Days 10/11
Fly to Stockholm. Spend 2 days exploring this world class city. With its fascinating museums (Abba Museum, Vasa Museum) and wonderful islands nearby, Stockholm is a gem. Enjoy last minute shopping for classic Scandinavian Design!

Day 12
Depart for home.

Scandinavia Trip Tips & FAQ's

What time of year is best to travel to Scandinavia?

Year round – from visiting Santa Claus’s home in Lapland in winter, to sailing and beaches in summer, you will find every season has its great attractions.

Is Scandinavia a good place for a family destination?

Superb. Healthy, clean and safe, with a strong focus on family and plenty of activities and attractions for kids.

What is there to do in Scandinavia?

Explore the cities, the viking traditions, the shopping and the food. Wonder at the magnificence of the fjords, and meet with Santa’s Elves. Enjoy a reindeer sleigh ride and go sledding with huskies! Sail through the Stockholm Archipelago and enjoy the Land of the Midnight Sun.

What is the food like in Scandinavia?

Delicious! Arguably the best pastries in the world, traditional open faced sandwiches, fish and meat and plenty for vegans too.

What are travel accommodations like in Scandinavia?

Westernized five star luxury. You can also stay in an ice hotel in winter or a tree house hotel in summer!

Are luxury tours of Scandinavia expensive?

Yes. Scandinavia has long been the most expensive region of Europe. Quality is very high.