Tour Arctic Circle Express (2024) | Visit Sweden, Norway

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Operated by Travelmarvel’s partner Great Rail Journeys Enjoy a journey on one of the world’s most northerly railway lines, the Ofoten Railway Cruise along the serene waters of the spectacular Geirangerfjord Journey into the mountains along one of the steepest railways in the world, the Flam Railway Travel on Northern Europe’s highest railway line, the Bergen Railway

Meals

27 meals - 16 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 9 dinners

Transport

Airport transfers and tipping included

Accommodation

16 nights in premium accommodation Two Nights, Stockholm, Scandic Continental (or similar) Ostersund, Clarion Grand (or similar) Arjeplog, Hornavan Hotell Hotel Jokkmokk Two Nights, Scandic Narvik Stiklestad, Scandic Hotel (or similar) Two Nights, Trondheim, Clarion Hotel Trondheim Two Nights, Geiranger, Hotel Havila in Fjord View rooms Flam, Fretheim Hotel Two Nights, Bergen, Scandic Bergen City Scandic Byporten Oslo

Guide

Services of a Great Rail Journeys Tour Escort and expert local guides

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Flights

Flights are not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Stockholm
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive Stockholm

On arrival in Stockholm, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel. Today, tour this modern city at your leisure, perhaps wandering the narrow streets of Gamla Stan.
Day 2 Day 2: Stockholm
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Stockholm

Stockholm is yours to explore today on a guided tour. Tonight, if Swedish cuisine is on your mind, then be sure to visit a local restaurant at your leisure to enjoy a smorgasbord — a world-famous Swedish tradition.
Day 3 Day 3: Stockholm, Ostersund
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Stockholm, Ostersund

Bid farewell to Stockholm and head inland by InterCity train to Ostersund, which is nestled on the shore of beautiful Lake Storsjon, Sweden’s fifth-largest lake.
Day 4 Day 4: Ostersund, Lapland, Arjeplog
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Ostersund, Lapland, Arjeplog

Leaving Ostersund, you’ll travel north into the untamed wilderness of Lapland. Lapland is home to the Sami, who are renowned for their reindeer herding skills. You’ll get a real taste of their unique culture during a tour of Batsuoj village.
Day 5 Day 5: Arjeplog, Arctic Circle, Jokkmokk
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Arjeplog, Arctic Circle, Jokkmokk

Leaving Arjeplog, you’ll travel further north by coach across the Arctic Circle into the Land of the Midnight Sun.
Day 6 Day 6: Jokkmokk, Ofoten Railway, Narvik
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Jokkmokk, Ofoten Railway, Narvik

Today, travel on the northerly Ofoten Railway through Sweden’s breathtaking mountains into Norway, traversing steep mountainsides with sheer drops to the fjords below. Arrive later in Narvik, a popular destination to spot the spectacular northern lights during winter.
Day 7 Day 7: Narvik
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Narvik

Enjoy a free day exploring Narvik today. Perhaps head to the Narvik War Museum to discover the war history of northern Norway and Narvik’s role in World War II.
Day 8 Day 8: Narvik, Stiklestad
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Narvik, Stiklestad

Today you will travel by coach to the town of Fauske before continuing by rail on the Nordlandsbanen to Verdal and the village of Stiklestad. Discover Stiklestad, the site of King Olav’s death in 1030.
Day 9 Day 9: Stiklestad, Trondheim
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Stiklestad, Trondheim

Begin the day with a tour of the village Stiklestad, site of one of Norway’s most famous battles. Afterwards, travel from Stiklestad to Trondheim, admiring the natural beauty along the way.
Day 10 Day 10: Trondheim
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Trondheim

One of the oldest cities in Norway, Trondheim is an atmospheric metropolis that is a delight to explore. Embark on a guided tour of its best cultural highlights, including the famous Old Town Bridge, the Royal Residence and the Bakklandet, a neighbourhood filled with traditional streets and colourful wooden houses.
Day 11 Day 11: Trondheim, Rauma Railway, Geiranger
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Trondheim, Rauma Railway, Geiranger

On your rail journey today, navigate the same course as the emerald waters of the River Rauma as it winds around the hillsides below jagged peaks as you head to Andalsnes. Later, arrive in Geiranger, a small tourist village in the Sunnmore region of Norway.
Day 12 Day 12: Geiranger, Geirangerfjord
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Geiranger, Geirangerfjord

Geirangerfjord is a World Heritage-listed site alive with colours and contrasts. The lush greens of the trees clinging to the rock, set against the deep blue water and the brilliant white of snow-capped peaks in the distance, are sure to entrance. Uncover its magic further on your Insider Experience.
Day 13 Day 13: Geiranger, Flam
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Geiranger, Flam

Leave Geiranger by coach this morning and travel through Norway’s incredible fjord country, stopping at the unique Kaupanger Stave Church en route. Your next overnight destination is Flam, a tiny, quaint village at the head of the Aurlandsfjord, which is home to one of the most remarkable railways in the world – the Flam Railway.
Day 14 Day 14: Flam Railway, Myrdal, Sognefjord, Bergen
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Flam Railway, Myrdal, Sognefjord, Bergen

On your Insider Experience today, journey into the mountains along one of the steepest railways in the world, the Flam Railway. Reach the end at Myrdal and return to Flam. After, you’ll board a boat for a cruise along Sognefjord. Later, board a coach for your journey to the magnificent city of Bergen.
Day 15 Day 15: Bergen, Bryggen
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Bergen, Bryggen

Begin your day with a tour of Bergen, including the historic Bryggen. Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch at Bergen Fish Market. There will then be plenty of time to explore with the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 16 Day 16: Bergen, Bergen Railway, Oslo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 16: Bergen, Bergen Railway, Oslo

Depart Bergen by train, enjoying the rail journey during your magnificent Insider Experience. Descend into Oslo, perhaps taking a stroll around the capital city before your Farewell Dinner this evening.
Day 17 Day 17: Depart Oslo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 17: Depart Oslo

Today you have a free morning in Oslo before transferring to the airport for your onward flight.

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Itinerary of your trip Arctic Circle Express (2024)

Day 1: Arrive Stockholm

Day 2: Stockholm

Day 3: Stockholm, Ostersund

Day 4: Ostersund, Lapland, Arjeplog

Day 5: Arjeplog, Arctic Circle, Jokkmokk

Day 6: Jokkmokk, Ofoten Railway, Narvik

Day 7: Narvik

Day 8: Narvik, Stiklestad

Day 9: Stiklestad, Trondheim

Day 10: Trondheim

Day 11: Trondheim, Rauma Railway, Geiranger

Day 12: Geiranger, Geirangerfjord

Day 13: Geiranger, Flam

Day 14: Flam Railway, Myrdal, Sognefjord, Bergen

Day 15: Bergen, Bryggen

Day 16: Bergen, Bergen Railway, Oslo

Day 17: Depart Oslo

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