Winter Scandinavia and Northern Lights + Helsinki & Rovaniemi

Arrival
Welcome to the historical "harbor of merchants" and the outstanding capital of Denmark - Copenhagen! Upon arrival, you are met by your private driver, who transfers you to the hotel for check-in.

The rest of the day is free so you can start exploring the magnificent city center on your own, dine in one of the local restaurants or take a good rest in your comfortable room.

Copenhagen City Tour
After breakfast at the hotel, you meet your private guide in the lobby and go on a breathtaking panoramiс walking city tour of Copenhagen.
First, you proceed to Amalienborg Palace, the home of the Danish Royal family in order to see the Changing of the Guards. Your guide will ensure you have a fine close-up view of the guards. You then enjoy an easy-paced walk through the center of Copenhagen. You walk to the colorful harbor area of Nyhavn, then into the Kings New Square. After that you head to the center of power in Denmark, Christiansborg, home of the Danish Government. A stroll through the lovely old streets and squares brings you to the Round Tower. After the tour, you return to the hotel.

You have the afternoon at leisure. Alternatively, you can continue exploring the city on your own and visit the impressive Gefion Fountain and the symbol of Copenhagen, the famous Little Mermaid.

NB: For a group of 10 participants and more the sightseeing tour is done with the use of private transport.

Departure
After breakfast you check out from your hotel and have a transfer to the airport. 

Arrival
Welcome to the fabulous capital of Norway - Oslo! Upon arrival, you are met by your driver, who transfers you to the hotel for check-in.

The rest of the day is free so you can start exploring the magnificent city center on your own, dine in one of the local restaurants or take a good rest in your comfortable room.

City Tour & Fram Museum
You meet with your professional guide and enjoy a 4-hour panoramic walking city tour of this magnificent Norwegian capital. You start with a visit to one of the major Scandinavian treasures - the famous Frogner Park, informally known as the Vigeland Park named after its founder Gustav Vigeland.

You spend some great time strolling through this beautiful park and enjoying its extravagant sculptures and unique Scandinavian nature.

Then you proceed to other famous Oslo attractions, including the Royal Palace, the Akershus fortress (no entrances included) and the Fram Museum (entrance tickets included).

Note: The Viking Ship Museum is one of Oslo's most famous museums, but it has been closed for renovation until 2027. It might be worth visiting another Norwegian sight - the Fram Museum.  

After the tour you return to your hotel and have the rest of the day at leisure.

NB: For group of 10 participants and more the sightseeing tour is done with the use of private transport.

Departure
Following breakfast you check out from your hotel and walk to the train station (easily accessible by foot). 

At the train station, you board a train for an unforgettable Oslo - Myrdal - Flam rail ride. This trip is a perfect chance to admire the mind-boggling nature and picture-postcard scenery of Norway. You can also choose to have your suitcases transferred directly to Bergen and travel to the fjord villages with a smaller bag.

Arrival
Upon your arrival you walk to your countryside hotel where you will be able to have a rest and relax. 

Winter Fjordsafari
After breakfast you are invited for a breathtakingly beautiful Fjordsafari. On the 2.5-hour group experience you explore both the Aurlandsfjord and the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord. You enjoy frozen waterfalls, magical fjords surrounded by snow covered peaks and listen to stories about local life shared by your professional guide. During the tour you visit the charming village of Undredal where you have a chance to sample and buy local goat cheese.

In the afternoon you return to Flam and walk to the station (easily accessible by foot) to take a train to Bergen - the second largest city in Norway. Bergen boasts the magnificent nature, and you are able to contemplate the panorama of the area from the very beginning of the trip. 

Arrival
Upon arrival, you are transferred to the centrally located hotel. The evening is free for you to go on sightseeing, dining or just walking around in Bergen. 

Visiting Bryggen District & Floibanen Funicular Ride
Following breakfast you meet your guide at the hotel lobby and enjoy a 3-hour walking city tour around the most interesting sights of Bergen.

During the tour you take a walk at the famous Bryggen district, visit the Fish Market and experience a fantastic Floibanen Funicular ride that is one of Norway's best-known attractions. After the tour you return to your hotel and have the rest of the day free.

Departure
Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and meet your driver for the transfer to the airport. 

Arrival & Northern Lights Seeking 
Welcome to the Gateway to the Arctic - the amazing city of Tromso!  Upon arrival, you are transferred to your hotel for check-in. 

In the evening you enjoy a 7-hour snowmobile Northern Lights seeking group tour that takes you to one of the most picturesque areas of Northern Norway - at the wilderness center of Camp Tamok.

Amazing mountain scenery and fantastic winter landscapes accompanied with magnificent views of the Northern Lights - this is a trip you will remember for years to come! The tour includes transfers from a meeting point, warm winter suits and boots, helmet, a hot meal and a hot drink.

Please, note: in order to drive a snowmobile please make sure to have your drivers license with you.

Dog Sledding & Northern Lights Cruise
After breakfast you meet your guide at the meeting point located within a walking distance from your hotel and enjoy an unforgettable group tour - a husky ride around the magnificent Arctic landscapes.

This tour provides an excellent opportunity to admire the amazing Arctic nature and enjoy the fantastic views of Tromso, surrounded by snow-covered mountains and picturesque fjords. The dog sledding trip lasts about one hour and is followed by a guided tour through a dog yard, where you can learn about the Alaskan Husky breed, dog sled racing and animal welfare. After the tour, you can relax and warm up around an open fire in a cozy Gamme-Hut where you will be served hot drinks and lunch. You will be offered Bidos - a traditional Sami reindeer dish (a vegetarian option is available upon preliminary request) and a piece of the world-famous chocolate cake for dessert before you return to Tromso.

Later in the evening, you are invited to join a specially prepared Northern Lights group cruise. You have the unique chance of witnessing the Northern Lights while you stay in protected waters, and find a secure place for the Northern Lights. Light dinner is served on board. 

After the cruise, you are transferred back to the meeting point and walk to your hotel.

Trip to Stockholm
After breakfast you check out from your hotel and your driver transfers you to the airport for a flight to Stockholm. 

Arrival
Upon arrival, you have a transfer to the centrally located hotel.

The rest of the day is free to start exploring Stockholm attractions on your own, dine in a local restaurant or take a good rest in your comfortable room.

Stockholm City Tour with Vasa Museum
After breakfast, you meet your guide and enjoy a 4-hour city tour around the most interesting attractions of Stockholm.

During the tour with a private guide you see the City Hall, explore the brilliant Old Town of Stockholm, that is one of the biggest and most well-preserved medieval Old Towns in Europe. Together you continue the tour to see the famous Royal Palace and the Stockholm Cathedral.

Following a short ride, you take a chance to explore a world-famous museum - the Vasa Museum located on the island of Djurgården. It displays the only almost fully intact 17th-century ship that sank on its maiden voyage. It is rated as the most visited museum in entire Scandinavia. 

After the tour, you return to your hotel and have the rest of the day free to explore Stockholm on your own or enjoy one of our optional evening recommendations.

Note: public transportation is included in the tour.

NB: For group of 10 participants and more the sightseeing tour is done with the use of private transport.

As an option, highlight your evening with dinner at a Den Gyldene Freden restaurant located in Gamla Stan. It is famous for being the oldest restaurant in the world to have the same surroundings since the day the restaurant opened in 1722, making it a unique example of an 18th-century tavern.
*Contact your destination specialist to make a table reservation

Departure
After breakfast your driver transfers you to the airport for your flight to Helsinki. 

Arrival & City Tour
Upon arrival in Helsinki, you meet your private driver who transfers you to your centrally located hotel.

Later you meet your private guide who takes you on a wonderful 4-hour walking tour to show you the best Helsinki can offer.

During the tour, you walk through the vivid Central Harbor and Market Square, explore the charming Old Town, visit the famous Rock Church and take a short tram ride. After the tour, you return to your hotel and have the rest of the day free.

NB: For group of 10 participants and more the sightseeing tour is done with the use of private transport.

Departure
Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and your driver takes you to the railway station. 

Arrival & Northern Lights Hunting
Welcome to the Motherland of Santa Claus - Rovaniemi!

Upon arrival, you are transferred to your hotel in the center of Rovaniemi for check-in.

In the evening we invite you to a magical winter forest where you have a chance to enjoy a blaze of Auroras. Primetime for watching the Nordic Lights is between 9 pm and midnight, so your group tour starts later in the evening. You have the best opportunity to see the Auroras at the open landscape sighting location while enjoying a hot beverage.
Please note: winter clothing is provided for the tour

Snowmobile Safari & Visit of Santa Claus Village
Today you enjoy a fantastic group tour during which you visit famous Lapland sights and try an exciting northern activity.

This day starts with a brief introduction to snowmobiling after which you start driving to the wilderness. In the middle of the ride, you are invited to warm up near an open fire and enjoy grill sausages with warm drinks. Snowmobile safari with a stop takes about 3-4 hours.

Please, note: In order to drive a snowmobile please make sure to have your driver licence with you.
Due to unsuitable weather conditions (e.g. there is no snow or it is raining), a snowmobile ride and reindeer sleigh will be replaced with a visit to the Arktikum Museum

After the safari, you continue your trip to Santa Claus Village where you have some time to visit the Snowman World and attend a real ice bar in it. You can also buy some traditional Finnish souvenirs and send postcards with special Arctic Circle stamp from Santa Claus main post office.

After the tour, you are transferred back to the hotel.

Departure
Today is the final day of your exciting Northern adventure. After breakfast, you check out from the hotel and your driver transfers you to the Rovaniemi airport for your flight back home.

We hope you enjoyed your experience and will plan your next trips with Firebird Tours!