Tour Germany and Scandinavia end Helsinki - 16d - 2027

BERLIN 4ºC - 7ºC

Welcome to your tour with Europamundo!

Transfer you to the hotel and free time.

You will receive information in the afternoon, either directly or through the information board located at the hotel reception.

BERLIN 4ºC - 7ºC

Immerse yourself in the local culture with a guided panoramic tour of BERLIN, the captivating capital of GERMANY. We’ll see the historic center, Museum Island, the Reichstag, the Brandenburg Gate, the shopping streets and the city’s beautiful parks. Our visit will also include stops at the Holocaust Memorial and the Berlin Wall Memorial Museum. For an optional excursion, you can visit Potsdam and its stunning palaces.

BERLIN 4ºC - 7ºC - DRESDEN 4ºC - 6ºC - BAMBERG 5ºC - 6ºC - NUREMBERG 5ºC - 6ºC

We’ll travel to DRESDEN, a city on the River Elbe, where you’ll be able to admire its stunning palace. Then, we’ll head to Bavaria, arriving in BAMBERG, a lively and picturesque city—don’t miss Little Venice! Next, we’ll continue to NUREMBERG, the second-largest city in Bavaria, renowned for its rich history. We suggest visiting the site where Hitler’s Coliseum once stood.

NUREMBERG 5ºC - 6ºC - REGENSBURG 5ºC - 5ºC - DACHAU 4ºC - 5ºC - MUNICH 3ºC - 5ºC

Today, our first stop will be in RAGENSBURG, a charming city on the banks of the Danube, with one of the best-preserved medieval centers in Germany, declared World Heritage Site, highlighting it impressive cathedral and the historic Stone Bridge. We will continue to DACHAU, where we’ll tour the Nazi concentration camp museum. After having lunch, we’ll continue to MUNICH, where we’ll visit the impressive BMW Welt, a modern multifunctional exhibition facility of the prestigious German vehicle brand BMW Group. We’ll also see the park that houses the Olympiastadion, an architectural marvel where the 1972 Olympic Games were held. After this, you’ll have free time in the historic center. You can stroll through Marienplatz, the heart of Munich, visit the picturesque Viktualienmarkt open-air market, relax in the Englischer Garten, or enjoy the traditional beer houses.

Note: During the Oktoberfest period, accommodation may be located in the vicinity of Munich.

MUNICH 3ºC - 5ºC - FUSSEN 4ºC - 4ºC - ROTHENBURG 5ºC - 7ºC - FRANKFURT 7ºC - 8ºC

Amidst alpine summits and breathtaking scenery, we’ll travel to FÜSSEN and the Neuschwanstein Castle. We’ll walk up to Mary’s Bridge to admire the fantastic views of the gorge. From here, you can either return on foot or by horse carriage (not included). Continuing along our Romantic Road, we’ll head to ROTHENBURG, a picturesque walled city where we’ll visit the beautiful Christmas Museum (admission included). We’ll then head to FRANKFURT, Germany’s financial capital.

FRANKFURT 7ºC - 8ºC - CRUISE ON THE RHINE - COLOGNE 6ºC - 8ºC - DORTMUND 6ºC - 7ºC

Today, we’ll explore the Rhine and Moselle Valleys, two rivers full of history and dotted with charming villages. We´ll begin with a short cruise on the Rhine, between the villages of RÜDESHEIM and SANKT GOAR, undoubtedly the most picturesque section of the river. Next, we’ll head to the Moselle River, stopping for lunch in COCHEM, a picturesque village on the Rhine riverbank overlooked by its imposing castle, which dates back over a thousand years. Afterward, we’ll travel to COLOGNE, where you´ll have time to visit its impressive Gothic cathedral. Standing at 154 meters tall, it was the tallest building in the world until the late 19th century. You can also enjoy a walk along the Rhine River and through the lively city center before we continue to our hotel in DORTMUND.

Note: During fairs or congresses, accommodation may be in Hagen.

DORTMUND 6ºC - 7ºC - FAIRY TALE ROUTE - HANNOVER 5ºC - 6ºC

Today, we’ll embark on a magical journey, reminiscing about our favorite childhood stories and movies as we travel through the towns that inspired the Brothers Grimm, now known as the Fairy Tale Route. Our first stop will be TRENDELBURG, a picturesque walled village where we’ll visit the large medieval castle and its famous Rapunzel Tower (admission included).

We’ll continue along scenic roads, crossing forests that will remind us of the tale of Hansel and Gretel. We’ll stop for lunch in HÖXTER, a vibrant town where we’ll visit Corvey Abbey, an ancient 9th-century monastery and World Heritage Site (admission included). We’ll then stop in POLLE to visit the ruins of Cinderella’s Castle (admission included). Our journey will continue to HAMELIN, renowned for the tale of “The Pied Piper of Hamelin”. After following the mouse tracks, we’ll proceed to HANOVER, where there will be time to take a stroll near the old town hall.

Notes:
-Corvey Abbey is closed from November to February.

HANNOVER 5ºC - 6ºC - HAMBURG 7ºC - 9ºC - FLENSBURG 5ºC - 5ºC - AARHUS 4ºC - 5ºC

After breakfast, we’ll head to HAMBURG, where we’ll see its lively port surrounding the lake. Following lunch, we’ll travel to FLENSBURG, a charming seaside village with a marina on the border with DENMARK. Our journey will then continue along the Jutland peninsula until we reach AARHUS, Denmark’s second-largest city.

AARHUS 4ºC - 5ºC - KRISTIANSAND FERRY - KRISTIANSAND 0ºC - 0ºC - STAVANGER 1ºC - 3ºC

We’ll travel to HIRTSHALS and take a ferry across the North Sea to NORWAY, embarking on a three-hour voyage to KRISTIANSAND. From there, we’ll continue along Norway’s stunning southern coastline. Our next stop will be the charming little town of FLEKKEFJORD. We’ll then arrive in STAVANGER, a picturesque town with a bustling port by the fjord.

Note: The ferry schedule may vary depending on the month, but you will normally have time for lunch on the boat.

STAVANGER 1ºC - 3ºC - BERGEN 2ºC - 7ºC

Upon leaving the city, we’ll stop at the Swords in Rock monument, a tribute to the Viking era, before continuing our scenic route through tunnels, bridges, and some segments by boat along the fjord coast of NORWAY. One of these undersea tunnels is the deepest in the world. The two boat trips will make this part of the journey both relaxing and spectacular. We’ll arrive in BERGEN at lunchtime and take a cable car up Mount Fløyen for amazing views of the town and the Bergen fjord. Afterwards, you’ll have leisure time to explore the capital city of fjords.

BERGEN 2ºC - 7ºC - SOGNEFJORD - OSLO 1ºC - 1ºC

Today, we’ll experience more breathtaking landscapes, including Norway’s fjords, glaciers, lakes, and forests. Our journey will take us to SOGNEFJORD, the largest fjord in Norway. Along the way, we’ll stop at the stunning TVINDEFOSSEN WATERFALL. Then, we’ll embark on a magnificent cruise between GUDVANGEN and AURLAND, enjoying the stunning scenery during this hour-and-a-half voyage. We suggest having lunch on baord. Continuing our adventure, we’ll traverse magnificent snow-covered landscapes and pass through the Aurland Tunnel, the longest in the world. We’ll make a brief stop to admire the exterior of Borgund Stave Church, considered the best-preserved medieval wooden church in Norway. Finally, we’ll arrive in OSLO with free time to explore the port, main streets, and the artwork in Frogner Park.

OSLO 1ºC - 1ºC - OREBRO 1ºC - 1ºC - STOCKHOLM 5ºC - 7ºC

We include a panoramic tour of the Norwegian capital with a local guide. This city blends vibrant modern architecture with classical buildings, stunning scenery, and large parks with sculptures. Oslo has been named the European Green Capital. After the tour, you´ll have free time to explore on your own.

Next, we’ll depart for Sweden, passing through landscapes of forests and lakes. Our next stop is Örebro, a historic town by a beautiful lake, with a castle and a charming old town. Enjoy some time for a stroll before we continue to Stockholm, arriving in the evening.

STOCKHOLM 5ºC - 7ºC

Today we’ll embark on a panoramic tour of this beautiful capital city, built on 14 interconnected islands. We’ll visit Gamla Stan, also known as the “the city between bridges”, the lively old quarter filled with monumental buildings such as the Nobel Prize Museum, located right beside the main square of Stortorget which honors Nobel Prize winners, the Cathedral, and the Royal Palace. Whenever possible, we’ll enjoy the stunning views from the Fjällgatan viewpoint. Afterwards, you’ll have leisure time to explore. We recommend visiting the museums and parks. Optionally, you can visit the City Hall and the Vasa Museum.

STOCKHOLM 5ºC - 7ºC - STOCKHOLM - TURKU FERRY

Enjoy a free day in STOCKHOLM. In the evening, we’ll board a modern ferry for an overnight journey to FINLAND. Accommodation will be in double en-suite cabins.

STOCKHOLM - TURKU FERRY - NAANTALI 3ºC - 3ºC - HELSINKI -1ºC - 2ºC

As we arrive in FINLAND, we recommend heading to the ship’s deck for sunrise to enjoy the mesmerizing landscapes as we sail past the Åland Islands, a collection of hundreds of forested islands. After disembarking the ferry, you’ll have time to explore TURKU, a city with a strong Swedish influence. We’ll then continue our journey to the neighboring city of NAANTALI, a picturesque town with charming wooden houses by the sea. Next, we travel to HELSINKI. After lunch, we´ll take a boat ride (regular public ferry) to Suomelinna Islands, home to the impressive fortress built to protect the city´s maritime entrance and UNESCO Heritage Site. You will have time to explore this unique group of islands, connected by small pedestrian bridges, and enjoy its atmosphere, fortress walls, and magnificient views over the Baltic. Afterwards, we´ll return to Helsinki by boat and transfer to the hotel.

HELSINKI -1ºC - 2ºC

Free morning in Finland´s capital, where you can discover some of the most charming spots in this modern, seaside city.
Our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful and lasting memories.
Please, check the time of your flight in case you might need an additional night.