Journey to a land where fjords, forests and cities combine in the Nordic kingdoms of Scandinavia. We’ll take care of all your Scandinavia vacation essentials, while you create the Scandinavia trip of your dreams. And the best part? Once you’re in Scandinavia, you’ll have three countries in the palm of your hands. From the stunning mountains of Norway and the lush countryside of Sweden to the colourful streets of Denmark, there are endless ways to discover the charms of Scandinavia, but always your way.
Essential Scandinavia Bucket List Items By Us
Our Scandinavia tours show you all the iconic sights you can’t miss, from the Little Mermaid in Copenhagen to the streets of Gamla Stan in Sweden.
Gaze upon the iconic Little Mermaid in Copenhagen
Kickstart your Nordic tour by taking a stroll down the Langelinie promenade to see The Little Mermaid statue of Copenhagen. Snap a selfie with the famous mermaid then check out the city’s other must-see highlights like the classical Royal Amalienborg Palace and Carlsberg Glyptotek.
Stroll through Vigeland Park in Oslo
Lace-up your shoes and get out there to see Oslo's famous sights with your Local Specialist by your side. You'll see the Town Hall, the Royal Palace, and the medieval fortress Akershus, before taking a stroll through the Vigeland Sculpture Park, the fantasy land created by Norwegian sculptor Gustav Vigeland. It's the world's largest sculpture exhibition by a single artist!
View the medieval Storkyrkan in Stockholm
If you're looking for history in Stockholm it doesn't get much older than the Storkyrkan, 'The Great Church". Built in the 13th century, it's the oldest church in Gamla stan, the oldest town in Stockholm, and one of Europe's best preserved medieval centers. You'll pass by storybook facades and a maze of cobbled alleyways as you hear ancient tales of the Storkyrkan cathedral.
Scandinavia Tailored By You
Tailor your ultimate Scandinavia trip your way with our range of Choice Experiences. Choose from adventures like cruising spectacular fjords, exploring Viking longships, and meeting husky dogs in the wilderness.
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Explore Stockholm's archipelago of islands
Where better to experience the great Swedish outdoors than on a boat road through the famous archipelago. Some 30,000 islands lie offshore from Stockholm; Vaxholm and Grinda are two popular choices to visit, but honestly the list is endless. Go for a morning or a whole day trip to just enjoy the sheer beauty on offer.
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Discover viking ships and ice hotels
Scandinavia is steeped in history yet with a welcoming and cosmopolitan vibe. Visiting the Vasa museum was incredible, where there is a fully restored 17th-century ship in all its glory. By night, venture into the city and head to the original ice hotel where you can bundle up and admire the ice carvings all lit up while sipping a cocktail from a frozen glass.
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Visit a Fjordland Farm
Visit a traditional working farm set amid the glorious scenery of the Sognefjord, surrounded by craggy mountains with views across the longest and deepest fjord in Norway. Learn a little about the history, which dates back to Viking times and present-day traditions. For a fully local experience on your Costsaver trip, you can get to know a typical Scandinavian family and their day-to-day lives as well as sample the local homemade delicacies.
Meatballs
Known as köttbullar in Sweden and kjøttboller in Norway, you'll find these succulent meatballs all across Scandinavia. Made from spiced minced beef or pork and served with potatoes, peas, brown cream gravy, lingonberry jam or pressed cucumbers depending where you are, no matter how they're dished up, they’re sure to be irresistible.
Scandinavian Sandwich
The most beloved Scandinavian sandwich is the smørrebrød from Denmark. The name literally means ‘butter and bread’ and this classic open sandwich is made with dense rye bread piled high with a variety of toppings from cold cuts to pickled herrings. Expect the smørrebrød to quickly become part of your daily routine.
Glögg
You won’t have to go far to get a glass of glögg. This mulled wine treat can be found all over Scandinavia, although you’ll find different recipes throughout the region. It’s typically made with vodka, red wine, spices like cinnamon and ginger, with a handful of raisins and almonds at the bottom of the glass. You’ll soon be saying skål!
When is best to visit Scandinavia
Scandinavia shines in summer with warmer weather, but winter offers its own treasures with glittery snow and the famous Northern Lights.
Best Time to See the Northern Lights in Scandinavia
The winter season from December to February is the best time of year to try and catch the elusive Northern Lights in Norway and Sweden - just remember to wrap up warm!
Best Time to Explore Scandinavia’s Great Outdoors
If you want to go on a fairytale Scandinavian cruise to see the fjords, lakesides and forest trails, the best months are May to September, when the weather is at its finest.
Best Time to Experience Festive Cheer in Scandinavia
December is cold in Scandinavia but it's also filled with magical yuletide cheer as Christmas festivities light up the countries. You can find handcrafted toys, warm mulled wine, and twinkling lights all over.
Best Time to See the Northern Lights in Scandinavia
The winter season from December to February is the best time of year to try and catch the elusive Northern Lights in Norway and Sweden - just remember to wrap up warm!
Best Time to Explore Scandinavia’s Great Outdoors
If you want to go on a fairytale Scandinavian cruise to see the fjords, lakesides and forest trails, the best months are May to September, when the weather is at its finest.
Best Time to Experience Festive Cheer in Scandinavia
December is cold in Scandinavia but it's also filled with magical yuletide cheer as Christmas festivities light up the countries. You can find handcrafted toys, warm mulled wine, and twinkling lights all over.
packing tips for scandinavia
How to Travel Responsibly in Scandinavia
Bring a Reusable Water Bottle
Reduce your plastic waste by bringing a reusable water bottle on your Nordic trip. It’ll keep you hydrated while you’re on the move, plus you’ll do your bit for the environment.
Leave No Trace
Scandinavia is one of the world’s most pristine environments. We can help keep it that way by never leaving any litter behind and always staying on the marked paths.
Always Recycle
Scandinavia is big on recycling, and you can get involved too! Countries like Norway have mandatory deposit schemes for glass bottles and cans.
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