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2020
RUSSIA
SCANDINAVIA
& BEYOND Russia ⁄ Finland ⁄ Denmark ⁄ Norway ⁄ Sweden ⁄ Iceland
Belarus ⁄ Ukraine ⁄ Georgia ⁄ China ⁄ Mongolia ⁄ Central Asia
Discover unique destinations Small Group Journeys Legendary Rail Journeys
Escorted Tours Tailor-Made Tours
River Cruises City Stay Packages
A WARM WELCOME 2 / BEYOND TRAVEL – WE GO ABOVE AND BEYOND TO MEET YOUR EXPECTATIONS
Planning your holiday is an exciting time,
full of anticipation and expectation.
Welcome to Beyond Travel, and a selection
of holidays that will fulfil your dreams.
Starting from humble beginnings more than two decades ago, Beyond Travel
has grown into a highly regarded, international tour operator renowned for
our experience and expertise in Russia, Scandinavia, Eastern Europe,
The Balkans, Croatia, Central Asia, India and Sri Lanka.
You’ll find our holidays to be richly rewarding – a treasure trove of wonderful
experiences and unforgettable memories. They are carefully curated to
provide a deeper, more meaningful experience of the countries and cultures
that you will encounter.
Although we cater for different tastes and budgets all of our holidays share
one thing in common – a commitment to make your holiday a truly relaxing and
rewarding adventure that will stay with you for years to come.
We’re an Australian company whose philosophy is to tread lightly wherever
we travel, and to have a positive and sustainable impact on the countries we
are privileged to visit. This makes us welcome guests and greatly enriches the
cultural connections we make along the way.
Every member of our team is passionate about providing expert advice on the
unique destinations we travel to – on holidays that are beyond the ordinary.
We do hope you will join us soon.
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Inclusive and immersive holiday that offers a combination of land and sea experiences. THE BALTICS & RUSSIA BY LAND & SEA Stockholm to Moscow 18 days 10 Special Groups If you’re a member of a club or some other large group or organisation, you may be interested in a special price for a group booking. In this case get in touch with one of our Russia specialists and we’ll be happy to discuss the various options available or email us at; groups@beyondtravel.com.au
Escorted Tours 12-28 Tailor-Made Tours
MOSCOW TO VIENNA For the independent traveller 40-53
Moscow to Vienna 20 days 12 KIZHI ISLAND
THE CZAR ROUTE Moscow to St. Petersburg or reverse 3 days 40
Helsinki to Moscow 9 days 14 GOLDEN RING EXPLORER
RUSSIAN CAPITALS Moscow to Moscow 3 days 40
St. Petersburg to Moscow 7 days 15 BEST OF RUSSIA
UNIQUE FJORDS & CAPITALS Moscow to St. Petersburg or reverse 8 days 41
Bergen to Copenhagen 11 days 17 ESSENTIAL NORWAY
SCENES OF THE NORTH Oslo to Kirkenes 9 days 42
Copenhagen to Moscow 21 days 18 CAPITALS & FJORDS
FABULOUS SCANDINAVIA Bergen to Helsinki 15 days 43
Copenhagen to Stockholm 10 days 20 INTIMATE NORWAY
COMPLETE ICELAND Oslo to Oslo 9 days 44
Reykjavik to Reykjavik 9 days 21 NORWAY IN A NUTSHELL
ACROSS THE WILDERNESS Oslo to Bergen or reverse 2 days 45
Reykjavik to Reykjavik 11 days 22 SOGNEFJORD IN A NUTSHELL
GRAND TOUR OF ICELAND Oslo to Bergen or reverse 2 days 45
Reykjavik to Reykjavik 12 days 23 AROUND ICELAND SELF-DRIVE
LAND OF THE NORTHERN LIGHTS Reykjavik to Reykjavik 10 days 46
Reykjavik to Reykjavik 17 days 24 GOLDEN CIRCLE SELF-DRIVE
THE NORTH CAPE & NORTHERN LIGHTS Reykjavik to Reykjavik 5 days 47
Ivalo to Tromso 8 days 26 ULTIMATE LAPLAND
NORTHERN LIGHTS EXPLORATION Stockholm to Tromso 10 days 48
Reykjavik to Reykjavik 8 days 27 HUNTING THE LIGHTS
HIDDEN POWERS & NORTHERN LIGHTS Helsinki to Oslo 15 days 49
Reykjavik to Reykjavik 6 days 28 CHRISTMAS IN LAPLAND
Rovaniemi 5 days 50
Cruise Russia
29-34 NORTHERN LIGHTS & FINNISH LAPLAND
Helsinki to Kittila 7 days 51
VOLGA DREAM
Moscow to St. Petersburg or reverse 13 days 30 PEARLS OF UZBEKISTAN
Tashkent to Tashkent 10 days 52
IMPRESSIONS OF RUSSIA
St. Petersburg to Moscow or reverse 12 days 32 SOUL OF GEORGIA
Tbilisi to Tbilisi 9 days 53
RUSSIAN CLASSIC
Moscow to St. Petersburg or reverse 12 days 34
City Stay Packages
Accommodation, sightseeing and transfers 54-65
Rail Journeys 35-39 MOSCOW, RUSSIA 54
CZAR’S GOLD ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA 56
Moscow to Beijing or reverse 16 days 36 HELSINKI, FINLAND 58
TRANS SIBERIAN EXPRESS STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN 59
Vladivostok to St. Petersburg or reverse 15 days 38 OSLO, NORWAY 60
TRANS MONGOLIAN EXPLORER BERGEN, NORWAY 61
Beijing to St. Petersburg or reverse 18 days 39 COPENHAGEN, DENMARK 62
REYKJAVIK, ICELAND 63
KYIV, UKRAINE 64
LVIV, UKRAINE 65
ODESSA, UKRAINE 65
MINSK, BELARUS 65
Getting Around 66
Terms and Conditions 67
TRAVELLING WITH BEYOND 6 / BEYOND TRAVEL – WE GO ABOVE AND BEYOND TO MEET YOUR EXPECTATIONS
We are an award-winning Australian company and we have been sharing our
passion for Russia with Australian and New Zealand guests for more than 25 years.
During this time we have become the leading specialist to Russia, Scandinavia
and beyond.
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE WE LOOK AFTER YOU
With almost three decades of experience in this region we have Beyond Travel and Cruise Russia are here to look after you from the
extensive local knowledge that our team will be delighted to share with moment you call our office to seek information or make a booking.
you. And, through our long-standing relationships in Russia and Europe On some holidays, our local experts will pick you up at the airport and
you are assured of value, choice and reliability. You will be in good hands, arrange your transfers – all as detailed on each itinerary page.
travelling with local experts who speak English so you can be confident
of your choice in choosing to travel with Beyond. YOUR HOLIDAY IS SECURE
INFORMED ADVICE You can travel with peace of mind knowing that your holiday is secure.
Beyond Travel is a member of the Council of Australian Tour Operators
You know you’re getting well informed advice when it comes from (CATO) and also accredited with the AFTA Travel Accreditation Scheme
locally based teams. Passionate about their country, they value our (ATAS). (AFTA is the Australian Federation of Travel Agents).
guests very highly so you can expect the very best of service and
attention. Our long standing local partners are chosen for their REAL VALUE
reliability, their professionalism and expertise.
We take pride in delivering outstanding value. This isn’t just about price;
A WIDER CHOICE AND value is about what you actually get for your money. Even so, we have lots
of great deals on offer. Check out our “HOT” deals online, subscribe to
CUSTOMISED ITINERARIES our newsletter for special offers and you can even ask us to price match if
you find the same product cheaper elsewhere.
With Beyond Travel you will be spoilt for choice with a large range
of holiday options. Choose from our signature journey, group tours,
tailor-made holidays, rail and ferry tours or self drive holidays crafted GIVING SOMETHING BACK
for you. Plus we offer the largest range of Russian river cruises as well As part of our philosophy “to give something back by enriching
as convenient city stay packages at major gateways all featuring the lives of our people, our passengers and the wider community
local sightseeing. You can even venture into Siberia and Mongolia through travel”, Beyond Travel has committed to supporting the local
aboard the Trans-Siberian Railway on one unforgettable holiday. Sri Lankan community which has been significantly affected by the
From luxury holidays at 5 star hotels to great value 3 star options for downturn in tourism as a result of the 2019 Easter attacks. We will be
those on a budget, we can customise a holiday just right for you. supporting twenty local families, including farmers, drivers and local
tourism staff with direct relief aid. You too, can give back by visiting this
In addition, if you are a member of a group, organisation or club, beautiful destination.
we can arrange group bookings. Just call our friendly, experienced team.
You’ll find our advice invaluable. Beyond Travel also has a partnership with a Croatian travel and tourism
operator, Katarina Line, and contributes 2 Euro to the Down Syndrome
Association of Rijeka and Dubrovnik for every booking made through
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES Beyond Travel on Katarina Line.
Several of the holidays in this brochure have guaranteed departures, Additionally, Beyond Travel and its staff are involved in a host of volunteer
which allows you to plan with peace of mind in the knowledge that you work with a variety of organisations at home.
can safely confirm other arrangements around your holiday without risk
of being disappointed.
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BOOK EARLY TO SAVE
AND DISCOVER MORE
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packages in Russia & Scandinavia
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up to $2,000 per couple
valid on select 2020 escorted tours & cruises
as indicated throughout the brochure.
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Your Discover More Vouchers are a great way to experience more and
save on a wide range of additional Beyond Travel services. Book a tour
featuring a Bonus Discover More Travel Voucher and then simply redeem
your voucher against any additional Beyond Travel service,
as featured in any of our six brochures or six websites.
See the full range on the back cover of this brochure.
There’s so much choice, from pre and post tour or cruise hotel stays and 2020
city packages to additional escorted tours, small ship cruises, sightseeing,
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end of 2020. Vouchers have no cash value, refunds are not available for unused amounts and vouchers are invalid should the tour they were issued with be cancelled. On request, you can transfer your
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8 / BEYOND TRAVEL – AUTHENTIC. ENRICHING. RELAXING HOLIDAYS
INDIVIDUALLY CUR ATED
FULLY INCLUSIVE
L AND AND SE A EXPERIENCES
If you’re looking for a fully inclusive and immersive experience that is truly remarkable
discover our new Signature Journey.
This exclusive journey is a combination of land and river cruising taking you to the most
iconic sights that Russia and its neighbouring countries has to offer.
Our Signature Journey departs from Stockholm, Sweden and sweeps through Latvia,
Lithuania and Estonia before arriving in magnificent St. Petersburg. You’ll stay in four-star hotels on
this land portion of your adventure, before joining your river cruise to Moscow. Along the way you’ll
visit charming regional towns, see rural landscapes and discover magnificent architecture of this
region. Experience the cultural and scenic highlights as you discover the fascinating history of the
incredible countries. During the journey you’ll be escorted on your land holiday by a professional
guide and whilst on board your ship your Captain and crew will look after you.
Our Signature Journeys are our most popular holidays and we’re delighted to offer our first
Signature Journey in the region. With over 25 years first-hand experience in Russia,
Beyond Travel has hand-crafted this one of kind adventure. We do suggest you book early.
See page 10 for more details or visit:
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THE BALTICS & RUSSIA BY LAND & SEA
18 Days / Cruise-tour / Stockholm to Moscow / Cruise aboard MS Mstislav Rostropovich
Discover perfectly preserved Old Towns,
historic villages and magnificent
architecture while travelling through
the Baltic States and Russia. Travel from
Stockholm through the picturesque
Baltic countryside to St. Petersburg,
taking time to stop and explore its
lovely capitals and regional gems.
Then, board a River Cruise from
St. Petersburg to Moscow on the
first class MS Mstislav Rostropovich.
Cruise in style and comfort with
opportunities for discovering Russia’s
traditional architecture, culture, art
and people. Experience, indulge and
uncover the beauty of these regions
with us.
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond
Small group escorted land tour with maximum 26 guests. Whilst cruising Locally escorted 18 day cruise-tour in Transportation by air-conditioned coach:
onboard MS Mstislav Rostropovich you will be looked after by the onboard crew ENGLISH ONLY Riga – Tallinn
Riga’s wonderful Art Nouveau district 10 day land tour Comfort Class ferry ticket: Tallinn – Helsinki
Lithuania’s evocative Hill of Crosses and capital Vilnius Accommodation in central, first class and 2nd class rail ticket: Helsinki – St.Petersburg
Sigulda’s excellent forest walk and cable car experience boutique hotels Moscow departure transfer
Tallinn’s perfectly preserved Old Town and 13th century Town Hall 8 day Russian River Cruise in river-view cabin Port fees and hotel porterage
St. Petersburg imperial encounter including Peterhof Grand Palace
17 breakfasts, 9 lunches and 14 dinners
and gardens and the The Hermitage Museum
Russia’s magnificent traditional and historic towns along the Volga A complimentary beverage with dinner and
a bottle of water daily (aboard cruise only)
Sample traditional and tasty meals in the Baltics and Russia
Guided tours: Stockholm, Riga, Siauliai,
Moscow’s formidable Kremlin and iconic St. Basil’s Cathedral
Kaunas, Vilnius, Daugavpils, Sigulda, Parnu,
Tallinn, Helsinki, St. Petersburg, Kizhi, Goritzy,
Balcony cabins available!
Uglich , Moscow
DAY 1 Stockholm DAY 4 Riga – Siauliai – DAY 6 Vilnius – DAY 8 Tallinn
Welcome to Sweden. We commence Kaunas – Vilnius Daugavpils – Sigulda We start our day with a comprehensive
our tour with a welcome dinner at your Our journey takes us south across the Today we stop in smaller, provincial tour of this magnificent walled city.
hotel. D border to neighbouring Lithuania with towns to gain an insight into this region. See Tallinn’s Dome Cathedral, Toompea
otel Clarion Stockholm (4 star)
H a stop at Siauliai to see the evocative Then on to Daugavpils, founded by Castle and medieval 13th century
or similar Hill of Crosses, which stands as the Livonian Order and ruled by Poles, Town Hall. This evening join a medieval
a testament to the endurance of Swedes, Russians and Germans. dinner at a local restaurant. BD
DAY 2 Stockholm Catholicism in this country’s turbulent Explore the town center and Daugavpils Hestia Hotel Ilmarine (4 star)
Built on 14 islands, Stockholm is an history. See charming Kaunas with Fortress before transferring to Sigulda or similar
incredible city. On our sightseeing tour its cobbled Old Town for a short stop for dinner and overnight. BD
we will see the Old Town with the royal before proceeding to Lithuania’s capital otel Sigulda (3 star) or similar
H DAY 9 Tallinn – Helsinki
Castle, the Stockholm Cathedral and to check in at your hotel. BD After breakfast, take a ferry across to
famous City Hall. Transfer to the port otel Best Western Vilnius (4 star)
H DAY 7 Sigulda – Parnu – Tallinn Finland and arrive in its lively capital,
to embark on our overnight journey or similar Explore lovely Sigulda, known by the Helsinki. We join an excellent city
through the glorious Stockholm locals as the Switzerland of Latvia. On a tour including the Helsinki Cathedral,
archipelago to Riga. BD DAY 5 Vilnius sightseeing tour take a forest walk and Parliament Building and famous
vernight by ferry
O We join our guide for a tour of Vilnius’ cable car ride with excellent views of the Rock Church. BD
quaint town, walking along the maze of Guaja River. Continue to the resort town lo Art Hotel (4 star) or similar
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DAY 3 Riga cobblestone streets past unassuming of Parnu and enjoy a short tour before
Riga has a fascinating mix of German, monuments. Uncover the city’s travelling through the picturesque DAY 10 Helsinki – St. Petersburg
Latvian and Russian Heritage. Our tour highlights including St. Anne’s Church, Estonian countryside to Tallinn. BL Travel by the Allegro train and cross the
will include the wonderful Art Nouveau the Old University and Gemidinas Hestia Hotel Ilmarine (4 star) border to Russia where you will arrive at
district and the city’s notable sights Tower. BL or similar magnificent St. Petersburg! You will be
such as the freedom Monument and otel Best Western Vilnius (4 star)
H met at the train station to transfer to your
Dome Cathedral. BL or similar hotel. Enjoy dinner in a local restaurant in
otel Wellton Riga & Spa (4 star)
H this amazing city. BD
or similar otel Akyan (4 Star) or similar
H
10 / BEYOND TRAVEL – CREATE YOUR OWN HOLIDAY FROM OUR SUPERB COLLECTION OF CRUISES, COACH, RAIL AND CITY STAY OPTIONSYour first class vessel –
MS Mstislav Rostropovich
This is an excellent First Class boat fully refurbished in 2009. There are
spacious cabins accommodating 212 guest across four decks, with
most featuring private balconies and equipped with extended bathroom
and shower, twin or double bedding and all amenities. On board you’ll
experience three meals per day, welcome “bread and salt” ceremony,
welcome cocktail, Russian tea ceremony, ‘Vodka Show’ and Captain’s
farewell dinner party.
2020/2021 Guaranteed departures
Stockholm – Moscow
2020: May 13; Jun 24; Jul 8; Aug 5; Sep 2
2021: May 12; Jun 23; Jul 7; Aug 4; Sep 1
MOSCOW
Pre-register now for 2021 to secure your place. $250 per person deposit,
fully refundable (see page 67)
Prices from $7,635 per person twin share
To
Deck Cabin Bedding Size Window
open
Boat Deluxe B+ Double/Twin 15.7 – 16.5sqm Balcony Yes
Middle Deluxe C+ Double/Twin 15.3 – 17.3sqm Balcony Yes
Middle Standard H+ Double 12.4 – 13.4sqm Balcony Yes
For best fare including single and triple prices, HOT deals and
cabin availability and full ship details visit our dedicated website
www.cruise-russia.com.au
Earlybird Saving $300 per couple
+ $200 per couple Discover More Travel Voucher
Deposit by 31 December 2019. Details on page 8.
STOCKHOLM TALLINN
DAY 11 St. Petersburg regions best woodworkers. Discover the DAY 16 Uglich
Enjoy the Peterhof Grand Palace and its fine examples of wooden architecture as Enjoy a walking tour of Uglich, We will travel in a small
spectacular parks and gardens before you wander through the cobbled streets including a visit to the Kremlin grounds, group from day 1-11.
transferring to the port for embarkation of Upper Mandrogi. A barbeque lunch Transfiguration Cathedral and the Once you board the
of the cruise portion of your journey. will be served ashore, where you have Church of St. Dmitry on the Blood, MS Mstislav Rostropovich
This evening, enjoy a welcome dinner a chance to taste the Russian shashlik built on the site where Ivan the Terrible’s for your cruise (day 11-18),
on board. BD (kebab). BLD son met his death. BLD
you will become part of the
nboard MS Mstislav Rostropovich
O nboard MS Mstislav Rostropovich
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wonderful cruise experience
DAY 12 St. Petersburg DAY 14 Kizhi DAY 17 Moscow which is designed to
Today, during your city tour, you will Cruise along Lake Onega to the See many of the city’s iconic landmarks integrate you into the
see the imperial palaces and stunning World-Heritage listed Kizhi Island including the colourful St. Basil’s rich culture, spectacular
cathedrals of St. Petersburg. Visit the for a tour of the Museum of Wooden Cathedral, Red Square, the GUM and landscape and to share it
Peter and Paul Fortress, the original Architecture with the iconic Church of the Bolshoi Theatre. Visit the formidable
with other like-minded
citadel of St. Petersburg is an historic the Transfiguration. The 300 years old Kremlin, the official residence of the
landmark which houses the burial vault multi-dome church is most noted for President of Russia and the apex of travellers. Your ship has
of the Romanov dynasty. This afternoon being constructed entirely without nails. Russian political power. Explore the a Cruise Manager and
is reserved for a tour of the world- BLD Kremlin grounds. BLD reception area to look after
renowned Hermitage Museum. BLD nboard MS Mstislav Rostropovich
O nboard MS Mstislav Rostropovich
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DAY 15 Goritzy DAY 18 Moscow
DAY 13 Mandrogi Today you will cruise to Goritzy to visit Your cruise-tour concludes after
This morning, cruise to the traditional the Monastery of St. Cyril on the White breakfast with a departure transfer to
Russian village of Mandrogi located on Lake, which was one of the largest, the airport for your onward journey. B
the left bank of the scenic Svir River. richest and most famous monasteries in
This once quintessential Karellian town Russia in 15-17th centuries. BLD
was left to ruins after WWII, but has since nboard MS Mstislav Rostropovich
O From price is per person in twin share on a lower deck cabin. See the website, call or email for
been restored to its former glory by the all other prices.
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MOSCOW TO VIENNA
20 Days / Moscow to Vienna
Discover the jewels of Russia and
Eastern Europe. See perfectly
preserved historic villages and
magnificent architecture.
Wonderful sights are in store;
the renowned centre of ancient
Russian architecture in Sergiev
Posad, over 600 bridges in imperial
St. Petersburg, often referred to
as the “Venice of the North”; the
charming city of Tallinn and so
much more. Bring your walking
shoes to wander cobblestoned streets
before absorbing the atmosphere
as you sip coffee in romantic cities
like Prague and Vienna. From the
picturesque countryside to the
grand cities you’ll be escorted on
this most enchanting tour.
Highlights Inclusions with Beyond
Admire the historic treasures showcased at the Kremlin and Escorted by a professional English-speaking Tour Manager
Armoury Museum 4 and 5 star hotel accommodation
Discover Peter and Paul Fortress where the Romanov dynasty are buried 19 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 10 dinners
Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau, the notorious WWII concentration camp Guided tours: Moscow, St. Petersburg, Tallinn, Riga, Vilnius,
Travel by high speed Sapsan train to St. Petersburg Warsaw, Krakow, Prague and Vienna
Wander the charming city of Tallinn and take in its distinctive architecture Entrance fees
Visit one of Europe’s most charming towns, Vilnius with its maze Wireless “whisper” headset technology used for touring
of cobblestone streets Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
Be informed of Warsaw’s 700 year history 2nd class rail: Moscow – St. Petersburg
Have time to soak up the wonderful atmosphere in Prague Arrival and departure airport transfers (first and last day only)
Extend your stay
Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options
in Moscow (see pages 54/55).
DAY 1 Moscow DAY 3 Moscow / Sergiev Posad with the Winter Palace and the golden DAY 8 Tallinn – Riga
Your tour commences with an Depart Moscow for a sightseeing tour domes of St. Isaac’s Cathedral. You will Tallinn boasts the best preserved
arrival airport transfer to your hotel. of 14th century Sergiev Posad, also visit Peter and Paul Fortress, site medieval town in Northern Europe.
This evening, join your fellow travellers renowned as a centre of ancient of the first settlement of the city and the Your walking tour of this charming city
and Tour Manager at tonight’s Russian art and architecture. Within burial vault of the Romanov Dynasty. B with its distinctive architecture takes in
welcome dinner. D the old walled city admire the fairy-tale A
mbassador (4 star) or Toompea Castle, Alexander Nevsky
H
otel Marriott Grand (5 star) golden and blue domes of the beautiful Crown Plaza Ligovsky (4 star) Cathedral and 14th century Gothic Town
Holy Trinity St. Sergius Lavra monastery. Hall. In the afternoon, depart for Riga,
DAY 2 Moscow After lunch at a popular restaurant, DAY 6 St. Petersburg capital of Latvia. BD
Moscow is the symbolic heart and soul return to Moscow. This evening you may Today, explore the world famous R
adisson Blu Latvija (4 star)
of Russia. Your sightseeing tour begins take an optional tour of Moscow’s famed Hermitage Museum, housed in the
at Red Square, dominated by the red Metro, which Stalin called “Palaces for Winter Palace, the former home of DAY 9 Riga
walls of the Kremlin and the colourful the People.” BL the Czars. One of the world’s oldest Riga, founded in 1201, is often
onion domes of St. Basil’s Cathedral. H
otel Marriott Grand (5 star) and largest museums, the Hermitage referred to as the “Paris of the Baltics.”
After a tour of the Kremlin grounds, houses an immense collection of art Your morning sightseeing tour of the
visit the famous Armoury Museum, DAY 4 Moscow – St. Petersburg including masterpieces by Leonardo da Old Town includes Riga Castle, home
treasury of the Russian Czars, with its Enjoy a last morning in Moscow before Vinci, Rafael, Rembrandt, Rubens and of the Latvian president, Dome
opulent collection of Faberge Eggs, your departure on the highspeed French Impressionists. BD Cathedral with its world famous organ,
royal thrones, crowns and carriages. Sapsan train to St. Petersburg. BD A
mbassador (4 star) or Powder Tower and the district of Art
Continue along the banks of the A
mbassador (4 star) or Crown Plaza Ligovsky (4 star) Nouveau houses. B
Moskva River passing the Novodevichy Crown Plaza Ligovsky (4 star) R
adisson Blu Latvija (4 star)
Convent, then ending your tour at the DAY 7 St. Petersburg – Tallinn
Arbat Street shopping district. B DAY 5 St. Petersburg Depart for Tallinn with a stop in Narva DAY 10 Riga – Vilnius
H
otel Marriott Grand (5 star) Spread over 100 islands linked by over on the Estonian border. Continue to Depart on a scenic journey through
600 bridges, imperial St. Petersburg is Tallinn, Estonia’s capital, situated on the the Baltic countryside to Vilnius.
often referred to as the “Venice of the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. BD On arrival, your afternoon and evening
North.” Enjoy a guided city tour along the ark Inn by Radisson Meriton (4 star)
P is at leisure. BD
Nevsky Prospekt to see Palace Square otel Novotel Vilnius Centre (4 star)
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12 / BEYOND TRAVEL – CALL OUR FRIENDLY, EXPERIENCED TEAM FOR EXPERT ADVICEEscorted Tour
ST. PETERSBURG VILNIUS
2020 Guaranteed departures
Prices from $6,600
Moscow – Vienna
May 1, 15, 22; Jun 26; Aug 28; Sep 4, 11, 25
Moscow – Prague (days 1-18 only)
May 15, 22; Jun 26; Aug 28; Sep 4, 11, 25
Per Person Twin Share Single Supplement
20 Days Moscow – Vienna $6,600 $2,730
18 Days Moscow – Prague $6,250 $2,610
For the best fares including triple prices, HOT deals, availability
and detailed information, visit our website
www.beyondtravel.com.au
Earlybird Discover More
Travel Voucher up to $400 per couple
Deposit by 31 December 2019. Details on page 8.
RIGA
DAY 11 Vilnius DAY 14 Warsaw – Krakow DAY 17 Prague NOTE; 18 Day Moscow to Prague
Today enjoy a panoramic walking tour of Travel to Czestochowa, to visit the Yasna Your city tour of Prague starts with a tour ends this morning after breakfast
Vilnius, one of Europe’s most charming Gora Monastery with its famous portrait drive to Wenceslas Square and then with a departure transfer for your
Old Towns with its maze of baroque- of the Black Madonna. In the afternoon across the Vltava River for a guided tour onward journey.
inspired architecture and cobblestone you will tour Auschwitz-Birkenau, the of Prague’s Hradcany district which
streets. Visit the Old Town to see such notorious World War II concentration overlooks the river and city beyond. DAY 19 Vienna
sights as St. Stanislav’s Cathedral, camps and now a sombre memorial to Hradcany is Prague’s main attraction Your sightseeing tour features the
Gediminas Tower, the baroque the Holocaust. Continue to Krakow. BD and here you will visit St. Vitus Cathedral, Hofburg Palace, once the seat of the
Peter and Paul Church and ruins of M
ercure Old Town (4 star) the resting place of Czech kings, and Hapsburg Empire, Belvedere Palace,
Vilnius Castle. B the Royal Castle of Hradcany which St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the Prater
Hotel Novotel Vilnius Centre (4 star) DAY 15 Krakow dominates Prague’s beautiful skyline. Amusement Park. After an afternoon at
Your tour of the culture-packed city of Continue with a walk to see St. George’s leisure celebrate the last night of your
DAY 12 Vilnius – Warsaw Krakow will start at Wawel Hill to see Basilica, the Golden Lane and Daliborka tour with a farewell dinner. BD
Depart the former Soviet Union through the Royal Castle and Cathedral. Walk Tower before an afternoon at leisure. B H
ilton Vienna am Stadtpark (5 star)
the picturesque countryside of Lithuania through the magical Old Town and visit A
ngelo Hotel by Vienna House
and northern Poland to Warsaw. BLD the Main Market Square, the largest DAY 20 Vienna
(4 star) or Andels by Vienna Your tour concludes with a
Hotel Mercure Grand (4 star) medieval square in Europe with its Cloth House (4 star)
Hall to wander the city on your own. B departure airport transfer for your
DAY 13 Warsaw M
ercure Old Town (4 star) DAY 18 Prague – Vienna onward journey. B
On a morning tour of Warsaw, a city Travel south to Vienna, the ‘city of
with over 700 years of history, you will DAY 16 Krakow – Prague waltzes,’ where, after check-in to your
drive along the Royal Route from Castle Drive through Poland, Slovakia and hotel, the afternoon is free to explore
Square to Lazienki Park and Palace, the into the Czech Republic. Today’s Austria’s majestic capital. B
summer residence of Poland’s last king. destination is Prague, with its churches, H
ilton Vienna am Stadtpark (5 star)
Continue with a walk through the Old promenades, parks and Old Town. BD
Town to see Market Square and A
ngelo Hotel by Vienna House
St. John’s Cathedral. B (4 star) or Andels by Vienna
Hotel Mercure Grand (4 star) House (4 star)
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MOSCOW
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Romanov dynasty 8 breakfasts Per Person Single
Admire the vast and imposing Kremlin with its Guided tours: Helsinki, Vyborg, St. Petersburg Twin Share Supplement
iconic St. Basils Cathedral and Moscow Helsinki – Moscow $1,845 $795
See the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg, the official Visit Church-in-the-Rock, Peter & Paul Fortress
residence of the Russian Emperors between and Kremlin
1732 and 1917
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DAY 1 Helsinki DAY 4 St. Petersburg DAY 6 St. Petersburg – Moscow DAY 8 Moscow
Your tour commences with an optional St. Petersburg is an incredible city with Explore St. Petersburg on your own, Today, take an optional excursion to
arrival transfer to your hotel. This its imperial palaces and museums or take an optional canal cruise to view Sergiev Posad for a sightseeing tour
evening, join your fellow travellers and enjoying worldwide fame. The Neva the city from a different perspective, of this 14th century city, renowned as
guide at a welcome meeting. River and many canals give the city the before boarding the afternoon high- a centre of ancient Russian art and
G
lo Hotel Art (4 star) title of “The Venice of the North.” On a speed Sapsan train to Moscow. Your architecture. The town is home to the
city tour you will become acquainted train journey takes you through endless beautifully restored Trinity Lavra of St.
DAY 2 Helsinki with the city’s foundations at Peter Russian landscapes and along the mighty Sergius, the most important monastery
Helsinki is located at the crossroads and Paul Fortress, then see the Winter Volga River. On arrival in Moscow the in the Russian Orthodox Church. B
of Western and Eastern culture and Palace, St. Isaac’s Cathedral, the evening can be spent at your leisure. B Hotel Azimut Smolenskaya (4 star)
this is reflected throughout the lively Church of the Bleeding Savior, the Hotel Azimut Smolenskaya (4 star)
Finnish capital. Your city tour includes Nevsky Convent and much more. DAY 9 Moscow
the city’s lovely harbour, Senate Square, This afternoon’s optional tour is to the DAY 7 Moscow Your tour concludes with an
Parliament Building, Sibelius Monument, impressive Catherine’s Palace and the Moscow, the Mother of Russia, is an optional departure transfer for your
Finlandia Hall and the famous “Church- Amber Room, This evening, enjoy an iconic Russian city with its Kremlin and onward journey. B
in-the-Rock.” In the afternoon, an optional Russian folklore show. B onion-domed cathedrals. Dramatic
optional tour will be offered to the H
otel Sokos Vasilievsky (4 star) changes over the last decade have
18th century Suomenlinna Fortress made this city one of the most dynamic
UNESCO World Heritage Site. This DAY 5 St. Petersburg metropolis in the world. On a sightseeing
evening, opt to join a traditional Finnish This morning’s optional tour is to tour of the Russian capital, you will see
dinner at a local restaurant. B Peterhof, a masterpiece from the time Red Square, St. Basil’s Cathedral and
G
lo Hotel Art (4 star) of Peter the Great, with an impressive Bolshoi Theatre and take a tour of the
Grand Palace, Grand Cascade and Kremlin grounds including a visit inside
DAY 3 Helsinki – St. Petersburg wonderful gardens. Then in the one of the many cathedrals on the site. In
Today, continue east to cross the border afternoon, an optional tour will be the afternoon, join an optional tour of the
into Russia. You will stop in quaint offered to the world famous Hermitage grand stations of the Moscow Metro and
Vyborg for a sightseeing tour and to Museum, one of the world’s premier the bohemian Arbat Street area. This
see its 13th century castle. In the late art galleries. This evening, you have evening, an optional cruise along the
afternoon arrive in St. Petersburg. B the optional to join a tradition Russian Moscow River will be offered. B
H
otel Sokos Vasilievsky (4 star) dinner. B Hotel Azimut Smolenskaya (4 star)
H
otel Sokos Vasilievsky (4 star)
HELSINKI
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in St. Petersburg (see pages 56/57) and Moscow (see pages 54/55).
DAY 1 St. Petersburg Museum, home to an impressive DAY 6 Moscow in the Russian Orthodox Church.
Your tour commences with an collection of art and antiquities. Tonight Today, take an optional excursion to Tonight is free to spend as you wish. B
optional arrival transfer to your hotel. you can opt to join a traditional Russian Sergiev Posad for a sightseeing tour Hotel Azimut Smolenskaya (4 star)
This evening, join your travellers and dinner at a local restaurant. B of this 14th century city, renowned as
guide at a welcome meeting. H
otel Sokos Vasilievsky (4 star) a centre of ancient Russian art and DAY 7 Moscow
H
otel Sokos Vasilievsky (4 star) architecture. The town is home to the Your tour concludes with an
DAY 4 St. Petersburg – Moscow beautifully restored Trinity Lavra of St. optional departure transfer for your
DAY 2 St. Petersburg Enjoy a free morning, or take an optional Sergius, the most important monastery onward journey. B
St. Petersburg is an incredible city with canal cruise to view the city from a
its imperial palaces and museums different perspective, before boarding
enjoying worldwide fame. On a city the afternoon high-speed Sapsan train
tour you will become acquainted with to Moscow. Your train journey takes you
the city’s foundations at Peter and Paul through scenic Russian landscapes and
Fortress, the Winter Palace, St. Isaac’s along the mighty Volga River. B
Cathedral, the Church of the Bleeding Hotel Azimut Smolenskaya (4 star)
Savior and much more. This afternoon’s
optional tour is to Pushkin where you DAY 5 Moscow
can see the impressive Catherine’s Moscow, the Mother of Russia, is an
Palace and the Amber Room. Tonight, iconic Russian city with its Kremlin and
opt to see a Russian folklore show at the onion-domed cathedrals. Dramatic
Nikolaevsky Palace. B changes over the last decade have
H
otel Sokos Vasilievsky (4 star) made this city one of the most dynamic
metropolis in the world. On a sightseeing
DAY 3 St. Petersburg tour of the capital, you will see Red
Today is a free day to explore on your Square, St. Basil’s Cathedral and Bolshoi
own. Or join an optional tour to Peterhof, Theatre and take a tour of the Kremlin
a masterpiece from the time of Peter grounds including a visit inside one of
the Great, with its impressive Grand the many cathedrals on the site. In the
Palace and wonderful gardens. Then afternoon, join an optional tour of the
in the afternoon, an optional tour will be grand stations of the Moscow Metro and
offered to the world famous Hermitage the bohemian Arbat Street area. B
Hotel Azimut Smolenskaya (4 star) MOSCOW
All optional tours featured in the itinerary can be purchased during your tour. Full details and prices will be supplied with your travel documentation.
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FLAM
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Balestrand, Balestrand – Flam
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Stockholm – Copenhagen
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Small Group Tour
DAY 1 Bergen DAY 4 Balestrand / DAY 7 Oslo – Stockholm DAY 10 Copenhagen
Arrive in Bergen, the gateway to the Nigardsbreen Glacier This morning, travel to Stockholm by Your sightseeing tour includes the Royal
fjords, with an optional transfer to Travel by ferry across the train or bus, passing through a varied Amalienborg Palace, Christiansborg
your hotel. This evening, join your Fjærlandfjord to the village of landscape of forests, fertile farmland Palace (Danish Parliament), Little
fellow travellers and guide at a Jostedal. Visit the Breheimsenteret and blue lakes. Arrive in the Swedish Mermaid, and the old harbour of
welcome meeting. Glacier Centre and enjoy lunch before capital this afternoon. B Nyhavn. During afternoon free time
S
candic Hotel Neptun (3 star) taking the afternoon to see up close S
candic Hotel Malmen (4 star) we recommend a visit to the famous
the Nigardsbreen Glacier, a glacier Tivoli Gardens (optional). B
DAY 2 Bergen – Norheimsund arm of theJostedal Glacier. BLD NOTE: 7 Day Bergen to Oslo tour C
omfort Hotel Vesterbro (3 star)
Experience Bergen on a morning city K
viknes Hotel (4 star) ends this morning after breakfast
tour which includes a visit to the popular with an optional departure transfer for DAY 11 Copenhagen
Fish and Flower Market, Bryggen DAY 5 Balestrand – Flam – Oslo your onward journey. Your tour concludes with an
Harbour and the old Hanseatic Quarter. Journey across the Sognefjord to Flam optional departure transfer for your
Afterwards travel to the beautiful where you will join the Flam Railway, a DAY 8 Stockholm onward journey. B
Hardangerfjord. BD masterpiece of engineering and one of Stockholm is undoubtedly one of the
T
hon Hotel Sandven (3 star) the most beautiful railway journeys in most beautiful capitals in the world,
the world. Enjoy the panoramic views of built on 14 islands and protected from
DAY 3 Norheimsund – the Norwegian fjordlands before your the sea by the Stockholm archipelago.
Flam – Balestrand arrival at the mountain station of Myrdal. Your sightseeing includes the Royal
Drive via Voss to Stalheimen, situated Change train to Geilo followed by a Palace, Parliament Buildingsand the
on the very top of the Nærøydalen coach to Oslo. B enchanting Old Town (Gamla Stan)
Canyon for panoramic views over S
candic St. Olav Plass (3 star) with its narrow cobbled streets. B
the valley. Continue your drive via S
candic Hotel Malmen (4 star)
the panoramic route to Flam, where DAY 6 Oslo
on arrival you will join a fjord cruise Enjoy a morning guided tour of Oslo DAY 9 Stockholm – Copenhagen
to Gudvangen. Marvel at the steep including City Hall, the Opera House Journey by train or bus through the
snow-capped mountains, cascading and the impressive Vigeland Sculpture Swedish countryside, passing Malmo as
waterfalls and picturesque villages as Park, a unique sculpture park featuring your train crosses the Øresund Straight
you cruise through the spectacular the life work of the sculptor Gustav into Denmark via one of the world’s
Sognefjord to Balestrand. BD Vigeland (1869-1943) with more than longest bridges. Arrive in the enchanting
K
viknes Hotel (4 star) 200 sculptures in bronze, granite and capital, Copenhagen. B
cast iron. B C
omfort Hotel Vesterbro (3 star)
S
candic St. Olav Plass (3 star) COPENHAGEN
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magnificent fjord region,
the charming grandeur of
Scandinavia’s Oslo, Stockholm
and Helsinki; and the
architectural splendours of
Russia’s St. Petersburg and
Moscow. Travel by ferry, coach
and train. Sit back and treasure
the scenery, see verdant
archipelagos and pristine fjords.
Embrace all the vibrancy of these
amazing regions in one seamless
escorted tour.
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St. Petersburg and Moscow
18 nights, 3 and 4 star hotel accommodation
Visit the Viking Museum on Bygdoy Island in Oslo
2 nights, overnight ferry in a sea-view cabin: Copenhagen – Oslo,
See the beauty of Norway’s nature, including UNESCO’s Stockholm – Helsinki
World Heritage listed Geiranger Fjord
20 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 6 dinners
Indulge in local delicacies in Oslo – a visit to the Mathallen
Food Hall could be a highlight Guided tours: Copenhagen, Bergen, Oslo, Stockholm, Helsinki,
Explore The Eagle’s road and Troll’s path offering dramatic St. Petersburg and Moscow
views of mountains and waterfalls Entrance fees
Wander through the famous Red Square and explore the Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle (days 5-11)
Kremlin and the Armoury
Rail tickets: Helsinki – St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg – Moscow
Arrival and departure transfers (first and last day only)
Extend your stay
Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation
options in Copenhagen (see page 62) and Moscow (see pages 54/55).
DAY 1 Copenhagen Visit the Viking Museum on Bygdoy DAY 7 Bergen – Flam – Loen DAY 9 Geiranger / Eagle Road –
Welcome to Scandinavia! Island, before continuing to see Vigeland Travel early to stunning Flam, where Troll’s Path
Your tour commences with a transfer Park and the Royal Palace. After, the rest you’ll have the opportunity to board This morning, drive north to explore
from the airport. Later, you’ll meet your of the day is yours to explore. B the famous Flam railway. You may also The Eagle’s road and Troll’s Path. Driving
fellow travellers and guide at a C
larion Hotel the Hub (4 star) choose to drive to the extraordinary along the steepest part of The Eagle
welcome meeting. Stegastein Viewpoint 650 metres above Road around its eleven hairpin turns at
illa Copenhagen (5 star)
V DAY 5 Oslo – Lofthus Aurlandsfjord or simply stay in Flam 620 meters above sea level feels a little
Take a scenic drive past pine trees and enjoy the area at your own leisure. like being airborne. And the Troll’s Path,
DAY 2 Copenhagen and lakes to Hallingdal and the small After your visit, continue through the cut into the mountain, provides dramatic
See the sights of Copenhagen on a city towns of Gol and Geilo. Then, continue Gaula Mountains to Loen. BD views of mountains and waterfalls once
tour this morning. Visit City Hall Square, to Lofthus and see the impressive H
otel Alexandra, fjord view room you reach the top. BD
Tivoli Gardens, the Little Mermaid and Hardanger fjord. BLD (4 star) H
otel Union, fjord view room (4 star)
much more. The afternoon is at your U
llensvang Hotel, fjord view room
leisure, we suggest a stroll down to (4 star)* DAY 8 Loen – Briksdal Glacier – DAY 10 Geiranger – Oslo
Nyhaven, the historic waterfront area *not available Jun 22 departure Geiranger Continue to the capital via Dalsnibba
with iconic coloured buildings along Today is reserved for an optional tour lookout and Lom to see the oldest
the canal. B DAY 6 Lofthus – Bergen to Briksdal Glacier, an arm of Europe’s wooden church in Norway. Upon arrival
illa Copenhagen (5 star)
V Depart one incredible Fjord town for largest Glacier Jostedalsbreen. Travel in Oslo, head out on a walking tour of the
another this morning. Drive across the by small motorised ‘troll cars’ then walk city to see all the major sights including
DAY 3 Copenhagen through the Norwegian nature until Oslo City Hall, the Opera House and
Enjoy a free morning before boarding Hardanger Bridge, one of the longest
suspension bridges in the world before you find the glacier’s beautiful blue ice. Frogner Park. This evening, consider
the overnight ferry to Oslo. BD After, ferry across the UNESCO’s World visiting Mathallen Food Hall, the
O
vernight by ferry arriving in Bergen this afternoon. Take
a sightseeing tour of the capital of Heritage listed Geirangerfjord and arrive cornerstone of Oslo’s food scene. B
DAY 4 Oslo the fjords and see St. Mary’s Church, in Geiranger in the late afternoon. BD C
larion Hotel at the Hub (4 star)
Arrive in Olso this morning, then embark Haakon’s Hall and the picturesque fish H
otel Union, fjord view room (4 star)
on a city tour of the Norwegian capital. markets before an evening at leisure. B
R
adisson Blu Royal (4 star)
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DAY 11 Oslo – Stockholm DAY 13 Stockholm DAY 16 St. Petersburg DAY 19 Moscow
Pass through Norwegian and Swedish Enjoy a free morning before boarding This morning, embark on a sightseeing Get ready for a full day of sightseeing
forests, and through the region of the overnight ferry to Helsinki. BD tour of St. Petersburg. Visit some of the in Moscow today. See ancient churches
Varmland, the home of many legends, O
vernight by ferry many highlights, including Peter and from the 15th century and historic
before arriving in Stockholm this Paul Fortress, the Church of Spilled Red Square. Continue your tour
afternoon. This evening is free. B DAY 14 Helsinki Blood and Nikolsky Cathedral. This underground to visit some of Moscow’s
Haymarket by Scandic (4 star) Once you’ve arrived in Helsinki, take a afternoon, you may choose to join the impressive and extravagant metro
panoramic sightseeing tour of the city. optional tour tot Peterhof Palace, an stations. B
DAY 12 Stockholm See the neoclassical Senate Square, outstanding landmark of Russian artistic Intercontinental Moscow Tverskaya
Built on 14 islands and connected Finlandia Hall and the famous Rock culture from the 18-19th centuries. B (5 star)
by 57 bridges, Stockholm is a city Church, plus many more of the city’s C
orinthia Hotel (5 star)
that embraces both its 13th century highlights. B DAY 20 Moscow
Old Town and modern high-tech H
otel Kamp (5 star) DAY 17 St. Petersburg On your second day in Moscow, take
architecture. Depart on a sightseeing Enjoy a second day of sightseeing in a guided tour of the Kremlin ground
tour this morning to discover the DAY 15 Helsinki – St. Petersburg this amazing city. Today you will visit and visit the Armoury Chamber with
contrasts and see City Hall, Stortorget Spend this morning wandering the the Hermitage Museum, an imposing its famous collection of Faberge eggs,
– where the Stockholm bloodbath colourful Market Square by the sea in complex of buildings that are home to jewels and royal thrones. This afternoon
took place - and the city’s 700 year old the South Harbour, before crossing over 3 million works of art. B is at leisure. B
Cathedral. After, opt to visit the Swedish the border into Russia this afternoon. C
orinthia Hotel (5 star) Intercontinental Moscow Tverskaya
warship, Vasa, considered as one of Founded in 1703 by Czar Peter the (5 star)
the world’s largest and the pride of the Great, St. Petersburg is one of the most DAY 18 St. Petersburg – Moscow
mighty Swedish navy. B beautiful cities in Europe. B Be transferred to the railway station DAY 21 Moscow
H
aymarket by Scandic (4 star) C
orinthia Hotel (5 star) for your train to Moscow this morning. Your tour ends after breakfast with a
Upon arrival, the rest of your day here is departure transfer to Moscow airport. B
at leisure. B
Intercontinental Moscow Tverskaya
(5 star)
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EIDFJORD
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DAY 1 Copenhagen DAY 4 Eidfjord – Bergen rail journeys in the world. You also DAY 9 Stockholm
Your tour commences with a transfer Today, you’ll be taken further into the have the option to visit the Stegastein Stockholm is undoubtedly one of the
to your hotel. This evening, join your breathtaking Norwegian nature. Viewpoint. This structure juts out most beautiful capitals in the world.
fellow travellers and guide for a Cross the Hardanger Fjord, by travelling 30 meters from the mountainside, Your sightseeing tour takes you to
welcome meeting. across Hardanger Bridge, one of the 650 meters above the fjord, and the Old Town with its Royal Palace,
S
candic Copenhagen (4 star) longest suspension bridges in the world. offers unparalleled panoramic views. Stockholm Cathedral and the famous
On the other side, pass Nordheimsuhd Later, drive along the Aurlandfjord to City Hall. The tour also includes a
DAY 2 Copenhagen and Birch forests before arriving in Fagernes. BD drive to Fjallgatan where you will enjoy
Copenhagen is Scandinavia’s largest Bergen, known as the capital of the S
candic Valdres (4 star) picturesque views and get some great
and most lively city, full of castles, fjords. An afternoon sightseeing tour will photographs of the city. B
churches, charming squares and showcase this remarkable city, including DAY 7 Fagernes – Oslo S
candic Grand Central Hotel
harbours. A morning sightseeing tour the Byggen area of old wooden houses, After breakfast, leave mountains for (4 star)
will acquaint you with all the city’s the traditional Fish Market, St. Mary’s monuments as you travel to Oslo.
treasures such as the Little Mermaid, Church and Haakon’s Hall. B Upon arrival, join an afternoon DAY 10 Stockholm
Royal Castle, Nyhaven and the City Hall S
candic Ornen Hotel (4 star) sightseeing tour where you will see the Your tour finishes today after breakfast
Square. This afternoon, embark on Opera House, Vigeland Park, City Hall, with a departure transfer to the airport. B
your overnight ferry to Oslo. BD DAY 5 Bergen – Stalheim Karl Johan Street and the Royal Palace.
O
vernight by ferry Your morning is at leisure to further This evening is at leisure to explore the
explore Bergen. This afternoon, drive city as you wish. B
DAY 3 Oslo – Eidfjord to historical Voss with its scenic T
hon Hotel Opera (4 star)
Arrive in Oslo this morning and drive backdrop of snow-capped mountains.
onwards by beautiful landscapes, Continue to the Naeroy Valley and DAY 8 Oslo – Stockholm
alternating between pine forests and Stalheim, with its stunning views Enjoy a morning drive to Stockholm,
lakes, to Hallingal Valley. Continue down the Stalheim Gorge. BD passing through Norwegian and
to Geilo, a small town surrounded by S
talheim Hotel (4 star) Swedish forests and the region of
mountains, then visit Voringfossen Varmland, home of many Nordic
Waterfall before arriving in Eidfjord DAY 6 Stalheim – legends. Arrive in the Swedish Capital
for the night. BD Flam – Fagernes in the afternoon where the rest of your
H
otel Quality Voringfoss (4 star) Travel today to Flam, here you may day is free. B
join an optional excursion on the Flam S
candic Grand Central Hotel
Railway, one of the most breathtaking (4 star)
STOCKLHOLM
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