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Capitals of the North 2013

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Helsinki, FinlandMoscow, RussiaPeter the GreatRed SquareSt Basil's Domes CathedralSt Isaac's CathedralStockholm City HallStockholm Royal Palace
Helsinki, Finland
Moscow, Russia
Peter the Great
Red Square
St Basil's Domes Cathedral
St Isaac's Cathedral
Stockholm City Hall
Stockholm Royal Palace
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Trip Itinerary

  • Day 1

    ARRIVE BERLIN (2 NIGHTS)

    Welcome to Berlin, the capital of Germany! Unwind after your journey or take a leisurely stroll through this fascinating city. This evening meet with your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception and an evening orientation drive.


    Meal(s): (Welcome Reception)

    Hotel: Andels (SF)

    M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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  • Day 2

    BERLIN SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME

    Your Local Guide shows you Berlin’s most famous sights including the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag and the Kurfürstendamm. Spend time afterwards shopping or exploring on your own. Perhaps visit Potsdam or the Pergamon Museum in your free time.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

  • Day 3

    BERLIN - COPENHAGEN (2 NIGHTS)

    Drive north to Rostock and board your ferry to Denmark. A pleasant drive brings you to the Danish capital, Copenhagen. This evening, you may wish to take a stroll around the Old Town!


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Marriott (MD)

    M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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  • Day 4

    COPENHAGEN SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME

    Admire the Little Mermaid, Renaissance Stock Exchange, the Royal Amalienborg Palace and Christiansborg Palace during your sightseeing tour with a Local Guide. You are free this afternoon to shop for souvenirs or relax. Tonight, why not visit the famous Tivoli Gardens and enjoy a traditional Danish dinner.


    Meal(s): (Scandinavia Breakfast)

  • Day 5

    COPENHAGEN - STOCKHOLM (2 NIGHTS)

    Travel north-east across the Oresund to the forests and meadows of Småland. Continue past Lake Vättern and enjoy spectacular views of Brahehus Castle en route to the Swedish capital, Stockholm. Dine tonight at your hotel.


    Meal(s): (Scandinavia Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Park Inn (F)

    M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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  • Day 6

    STOCKHOLM SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME

    Explore City Hall and view the Royal Palace during your sightseeing tour with a Local Guide. Spend free time afterwards shopping or exploring the old town.


    Meal(s): (Scandinavia Breakfast)

  • Day 7

    STOCKHOLM - AT SEA

    Today explore this harbour city at leisure. Why not join an excursion to the Wasa, a 17th century Galleon reclaimed from the seabed after 300 years. Later, board your ship for an overnight mini-cruise to Finland.


    Meal(s): (Scandinavia Breakfast / Dinner)

  • Day 8

    AT SEA - HELSINKI

    After an early arrival in Helsinki, your Local Guide shows you the city’s sights including Finlandia Hall, Senate and Market Squares. This evening is free to enjoy local cuisine at the restaurant of your choice.


    Meal(s): (Scandinavia Breakfast)

    Hotel: Grand Marina (F)

    M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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  • Day 9

    HELSINKI - ST. PETERSBURG (2 NIGHTS)

    Follow the Gulf of Finland past the timber centre of Kotka and through the forests of Karelia to the Russian border.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Holiday Inn (F)

    M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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  • Day 10

    ST. PETERSBURG SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME

    Your Local Guide shows you the city’s sights including the Tsar’s Winter Palace, Nevsky Prospekt, St Issac’s Cathedral and the statue of Peter the Great. Visit the Peter and Paul Fortress. Also visit to the Hermitage Museum to see one of the world’s largest and most valuable art collections with your Local Guide. This afternoon, there is plenty of free time to see more sights and shop for Russian souvenirs.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

  • Day 11

    ST. PETERSBURG - NOVGOROD

    This morning, cross the vast Russian steppes and view the Kremlin Fort and grounds, the Millennium Monument and St. Sophia Cathedral in Novgorod. Enjoy a unique Be My Guest dining experience this evening.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Be My Guest)

    Hotel: Park Inn (F)

    M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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  • Day 12

    NOVGOROD - TVER - MOSCOW (3 NIGHTS)

    A scenic drive through picturesque villages brings you to the Tver region for an included lunch. Then continue via Klin – former home of Tchaikovsky – to the Russian capital, Moscow.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch)

    Hotel: Crowne Plaza (SF)

    M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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  • Day 13

    MOSCOW SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME

    See Moscow’s landmarks on your sightseeing tour with your Local Guide including views of Red Square and St. Basil’s Cathedral. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Kremlin, a walled-in complex of palaces, cathedrals and government offices.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

  • Day 14

    MOSCOW FREE TIME

    A full day to explore this fascinating city. Spend free time seeing the sights or consider an optional excursion to St. Sergius Monastery and handicraft market in Zagorsk, the centre of Russian art and architecture. Join your Travel Director and fellow travellers this evening for a special Farewell Dinner.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)

  • Day 15

    DEPART MOSCOW

    Say goodbye to your Travel Director and fellow travellers this morning your holiday comes to an end after breakfast. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

What's Included

Insider Experiences

  • Be My Guest Experience a dinner of traditional specialities in the wooden village of Vitoslavitsy. First enjoy a drive to Yuroyevo Podvorye Monastery and stop to take pictures of this beautiful monastery and lake. Then meet a family who will talk about their life in this small Russian provincial city, about how they earn their living and about the hobbies of the children and adults in the family.
  • Local Guide in Berlin, Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki, St. Petersburg and Moscow.
  • Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure experience, unique to your itinerary, courtesy of your expert Travel Director.

Sightseeing Highlights

  • BerlinSightseeing tour with your Local Guide includes views of the Reichstag, Tiergarten and Brandenburg Gate.
  • CopenhagenSightseeing with your Local Guide includes views of the Amalienborg (Royal Residence) and The Little Mermaid.
  • Brahehus CastleView the 17th century Castle.
  • StockholmView the Storkyrkan, Riddarholm Church and the Royal Palace and visit the magnificent City Hall with your Local Guide.
  • HelsinkiSee Finlandia Hall, the Senate square and Market square with your Local Guide.
  • St. PetersburgView the Winter Palace, St Isaac’s Cathedraland Nevsky Prospekt. Visit St Peter and Paul Fortress and the Hermitage Museum with your Local Guide.
  • NovgorodOrientation includes the old Kremlin fort and St. Sophia Cathedral.
  • MoscowSee Red Square, St Basil’s Cathedral and visit the Kremlin with your Local Guide.

Dining

  • 14 breakfasts:
  • 6 full Scandinavian breakfasts in Scandinavia.
  • 8 hot buffet breakfasts for the rest of the trip.

  • 1 lunch in Tver, Russia.

  • 5 evening meals including:
  • Welcome Reception with your Travel Director in Berlin including welcome drinks and a light meal.
  • 1 buffet dinner on the mini-cruise.
  • 1 three-course dinner in hotel.
  • Be My Guest Dinner of traditional specialities in a family-run restaurant in the wooden village of Vitoslavitsy.
  • Farewell Dinner with wine in Moscow.

Travel Highlights

  • First Class hotel accommodation featuring twin rooms and private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • Travel by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and an on-board restroom.
  • Ferry from Germany to Denmark.
  • Ferry from Denmark to Sweden.
  • Overnight Cruise from Sweden to Finland, all cabins have two-berths.
  • The services of a professional Travel Director throughout your journey.
  • Audio HeadsetsProvided throughout your tour to enhance your included sightseeing experiences.
  • A travel wallet with your documentation.
  • Complimentary keepsake photo.

Airport Transfers

  • For full details on transfers, please click here.
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Hotel Class Key
  • SF= Superior First Class, F = First Class, MF = Moderate First Class, ST = Superior Tourist, D = Deluxe and MD = Moderate Deluxe.
  • Hotels are subject to change.
Notes
  • * For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
  • ^Twin-share option not available for trips to South America., Costa Rica, Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii or for any holiday & cruise combination, or in Asia and Eastern Mediterranean except Highlights of Turkey (without cruise) & Best of Turkey.

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