Fjords and Flavours of Scandinavia
About the Trip
July 30 – August 13, 2026 | 15 Days
From Copenhagen’s colourful harbours to Norway’s dramatic fjords, experience the spirit of Scandinavia on this epic 15-day journey designed for solo travellers. Learn to make authentic smørrebrød in Denmark, cruise through Stockholm’s canals and stroll Oslo’s sculpture-filled parks. Ride the iconic Flåm Railway into storybook landscapes, explore Viking history in Gudvangen and devour a Viking Plank dinner of beer-paired bites. Along the way, wander cobbled lanes, visit castles and museums and sail beneath towering cliffs. Whether you’re admiring royal palaces, tasting local street food, or watching the sun set over Bergen’s harbour with newfound friends, this itinerary offers the perfect balance of Nordic beauty, culture and charm.
Member Exclusive Benefits
We reward all our CAA Members on our Extraordinary Explorations® tours/cruises.
- Plaza Premium Lounge pass†
- 50 CAA Dollars®^
- 25% savings on CAA Travel Insurance◊
Extraordinary Experience
CAA has curated an exceptional experience unique to your tour. Details of this experience are listed below:
Craft the Perfect Smørrebrød
Learn the art of smørrebrød, Denmark’s iconic open-faced sandwich. Originally called smør og brød in Danish (“butter and bread”), it’s a traditional open-faced sandwich popular in the cuisines of Denmark, Norway and Sweden. Made with buttered rye bread and topped with meats, fish, cheeses and vibrant garnishes, smørrebrød is as beautiful as it is flavourful. With guidance from an instructor, you’ll divide into teams to arrange and decorate the perfect pieces of smørrebrød. After, you’ll have the chance to chat over a cold beer as you sit down and enjoy your delicious creations.
Package Includes:
- Airfare from Toronto or Winnipeg to Copenhagen, from Stockholm to Oslo, and return from Bergen to Toronto or Winnipeg
- First-class train from Copenhagen to Stockholm
- Second-class train from Oslo to Myrdal, tourist train from Myrdal to Flåm
- 4-night stay in first-class accommodation in Copenhagen
- 2-night stay in first-class accommodation in Stockholm
- 3-night stay in first-class accommodation in Oslo
- 1-night stay in first-class accommodation in Flåm
- 3-night stay in first-class accommodation in Bergen
- 13 breakfasts, 4 Lunches and 5 dinners
- Land transportation via first-class motorcoach
- All bridge, ferry and road tolls
- Sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary
- Professional English-speaking tour director
- Local English-speaking guides
- Prepaid gratuities
- Destination transfers
- CAA Host
Fjords and Flavours of Scandinavia
Activity Level: Active. Explore castles, canals, fjords and food on a 15-day Scandinavian journey through Denmark, Sweden and Norway filled with beauty, history and culture.
Day 1
Depart Winnipeg or Toronto for your flight to Copenhagen.
Day 2
Copenhagen, Denmark – Arrive in Denmark’s capital and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy free time before a welcome drink and dinner with your group. (D)
Day 3
Copenhagen, Denmark – Join a hands-on smørrebrød workshop and enjoy your creations over lunch. Later, take a walking tour to see the Little Mermaid, Amalienborg Palace, Nyhavn Canal and more. End the tour at Tivoli Gardens. (B/L)
Day 4
Copenhagen, Denmark – Travel north to visit Frederiksborg Castle and view Fredensborg Palace, the Queen’s summer residence. Continue to Kronborg Castle, the setting of Shakespeare’s Hamlet. (B)
Day 5
Copenhagen, Denmark –Visit the seaside village of Dragør, then head to Refshaleøen Island and its food market. Return to Copenhagen for a guided canal cruise. (B/L)
Day 6
Stockholm, Sweden – Board a train to Stockholm, crossing the Øresund Bridge. Arrive in Sweden’s capital and transfer to your hotel for dinner. (B/D)
Day 7
Stockholm, Sweden - See the city from Fjällgatan viewpoint, tour the Royal Palace and City Hall, visit the Vasa Museum and end the day on the amphibious Ocean Bus. (B)
Day 8
Oslo, Norway - Enjoy a morning stroll before flying to Oslo. Transfer to your hotel and gather for dinner. (B/D)
Day 9
Oslo, Norway - Tour the city’s highlights, then head to Bygdøy to visit the Fram Museum and the Norsk Folkemuseum. (B)
Day 10
Oslo, Norway - Join a 4-hour foodie walking tour with tastings. Spend the afternoon at leisure. (B/L)
Day 11
Flåm, Norway - Travel to fjordside Flåm via the scenic Flåm Railway. Enjoy free time before a Viking Plank beer-paired dinner. (B/D)
Day 12
Bergen, Norway - Cruise the fjords to Gudvangen, visit Viking Valley, then travel by coach to Bergen. (B/L)
Day 13
Bergen, Norway - Explore UNESCO-listed Bergen on foot and ride the Fløibanen funicular for panoramic views. (B)
Day 14
Bergen, Norway - Visit Troldhaugen and Fantoft Stave Church. Enjoy a farewell dinner. (B/D)
Day 15
Transfer to the airport for your flight home. (B)
B - Breakfast | L - Lunch | D - Dinner
Terms & Conditions
*All CAA Member prices are per person, based on single occupancy, in Canadian dollars unless otherwise indicated and are subject to change without prior notice until final payment is paid. All prices are correct at press time and apply to new bookings only, based on availability at time of booking. To receive CAA Member-exclusive benefits, there must be one valid CAA Member travelling per booking. Non-members booking Extraordinary Explorations will not receive Member-exclusive benefits.
†Plaza Premium Lounge is based on one voucher per person and applies to departures from Canadian airports where applicable. Subject to availability
^CAA Dollars awarded per adult Member. To earn and redeem CAA Dollars, you must be a current CAA Member in good standing (CAA Membership dues paid in full by membership expiry date). CAA Dollars will be credited at time of departure. For more information on CAA Dollars, please visit www.caasco.com/caadollars.
◊ CAA Travel Insurance, an Orion Travel Insurance product, is underwritten by Echelon Insurance. Twenty-five percent (25%) Member savings is made up of a ten percent (10%) Member savings as well as a promotional fifteen percent (15%) savings when you purchase an Extraordinary Explorations tour through CAA Travel, applies to CAA South Central Ontario and CAA Manitoba Members in good standing (CAA Membership dues paid in full by membership expiry date). This promotional offer is valid until December 31, 2026. Ten percent (10%) Member savings applies to Members in good standing of all other CAA clubs. Savings apply to the total premium excluding applicable taxes. Minimum premium applies. Visitors to Canada Insurance is limited to promotional savings. Certain exclusions, limitations and restrictions apply. Subject to change without notice. A Medical Questionnaire may be required to purchase travel insurance.
Extraordinary Explorations vacations are organized and booked by CAA Travel (South Central Ontario) Inc. and CAA Manitoba (“CAA Travel”) on behalf of CAA Club Group (o/a CAA South Central Ontario and CAA Manitoba). In the event of an increase in any of the cost factors, CAA Travel reserves the right to increase the price whereby the provisions of the Travel Industry Act shall prevail. CAA Extraordinary Explorations packages are 100% non-refundable at final payment. CAA Travel service fee for cancellation prior to final payment varies by program. For full payment terms and conditions, please ask your CAA Travel Consultant. CAA Travel reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements (minimum number of participants) or circumstances beyond its control. Additional fees for checked luggage or other incidentals may be incurred and vary according to itinerary and airline. Air schedules with some tours are not available at press time and may include several connections or forced overnight at passenger’s expense. CAA Travel strongly recommends the purchase of trip cancellation and emergency travel and emergency medical insurance at the time of booking.
Please note: Participants must be able to embark and disembark cruise ships and coaches without assistance as well as have a good level of mobility for walking tours in destinations where stairs and traditional cobblestone streets can be challenging. International transportation vehicles and facilities may not meet accessibility standards.
Flight
IncludedTour Itinerary
Day 1
Depart Winnipeg or Toronto for your flight to Copenhagen.
Day 2
Copenhagen, Denmark
Arrive and transfer to your hotel. After check-in, enjoy some free time before meeting your fellow travellers for a welcome drink and dinner. (D)
Day 3
Copenhagen, Denmark
Begin with your Extraordinary Experience: a hands-on smørrebrød workshop. Learn how to prepare this traditional open-faced sandwich using rye bread, fish, meats, cheeses and classic garnishes. Sit down to enjoy your creations over lunch with a cold Danish beer. This afternoon, explore Copenhagen on a panoramic walking tour through cobblestone streets lined with historic buildings. See the Little Mermaid, Gefion Fountain, Amalienborg Palace, Christiansborg Castle, the Royal Opera House and Nyhavn Canal. Finish at Tivoli Gardens (entrance only), the second-oldest amusement park in the world, known for its charm and festive lights. The rest of the day is at leisure. (B/L)
Day 4
Copenhagen, Denmark
Leave the city behind to explore the Danish countryside. Visit Renaissance-style Frederiksborg Castle in Hillerød, home to the National History Museum. View Fredensborg Castle, the Queen’s summer residence, and continue to the coast to visit Kronborg Castle, made famous as the setting of Shakespeare’s play, Hamlet. Visit the Royal Apartments, Ballroom, Casemates and Chapel before returning to Copenhagen along the scenic coastal road. (B)
Day 5
Copenhagen, Denmark
Drive to the charming seaside village of Dragør, known for its narrow cobblestone streets and yellow-painted houses. Then, head to Refshaleøen Island to visit Reffen, one of Northern Europe’s largest street food markets. Use your lunch voucher to sample local favourites including the classic Danish hot dog known as Rød Pølse. Return to the city for a guided canal cruise, departing from Nyhavn. Cruise past churches, castles and historic buildings as well as striking modern landmarks. Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring Nyhavn, strolling along Strøget, or relaxing at a café. (B/L)
Day 6
Stockholm, Sweden
Transfer to Copenhagen Central Station and board your train to Stockholm, crossing the Øresund Bridge into Sweden. Keep your passport handy for the border crossing. Arrive in Stockholm and transfer to your hotel for dinner. (B/D)
Day 7
Stockholm, Sweden
A guided tour of Stockholm, often referred to as the Venice of the North, starts at Fjällgatan to see the magnificent view of the Swedish capital, spread out on 14 islands with Lake Mälar on one side and the Baltic Sea on the other. Continue through the cobblestone streets of Stockholm’s Old Town, then visit the Royal Palace and see City Hall, home of the Nobel Prize banquet. Later, take a self-guided tour of the Vasa Museum and see the only preserved 17th-century ship in the world. Finish the day aboard the Ocean Bus, an amphibious vehicle offering a unique tour by land and water for a different city perspective. (B)
Day 8
Oslo, Norway
Time permitting, enjoy a short morning walk in town before transferring to Stockholm’s Arlanda airport for your flight to Oslo. Continue to the hotel to check in and have dinner. (B/D)
Day 9
Oslo, Norway
Today you’ll tour Oslo’s main landmarks, including the Royal Palace, Parliament, Opera House and Akershus Fortress. Walk through Frogner Park, known for Gustav Vigeland’s expressive sculptures. This afternoon, take a boat to Bygdøy to visit the Fram Museum, home to the world’s strongest wooden ship. Then, explore the Norsk Folkemuseum, an open-air showcase of Norwegian life through the centuries, including the 13th-century Gol Stave Church. (B)
Day 10
Oslo, Norway
Enjoy a late morning start before your four-hour guided foodie walking tour that includes three tastings and a drink. The rest of the day is at leisure. Be sure to pack an overnight bag for tomorrow, as your main luggage will be sent ahead to Bergen. (B/L)
Day 11
Flåm, Norway
Leave your main luggage at the hotel and travel light for the next two days. Transfer from the hotel to Oslo Train Station to board the train to the mountain station of Myrdal. From Myrdal take the world-famous tourist train on a thrilling ride down to the town of Flåm. Enjoy some free time before sitting down to a Viking Plank dinner: five small dishes perfectly paired with five local beers. (B/D)
Day 12
Bergen, Norway
After breakfast, walk to the port to catch the Nærøyfjord for a mini cruise along the amazing fjords of Auerland and Nærøy. Disembark in Gudvangen and walk to Viking Valley for a guided tour of the Viking Experience Museum, followed by lunch. This afternoon, travel by coach from Gudvangen to Bergen. (B/L)
Day 13
Bergen, Norway
Explore Norway’s second largest city on foot, with stops at the King Haakon’s Hall, the Rosenkranz Tower, the Fish Market, City Park, and the Grieghall. You’ll see the UNESCO-listed Bryggen, a row of timbered buildings along the harbour of Vågen. Ride the Fløibanen funicular up Mount Fløyen for sweeping city views and beyond. (B)
Day 14
Bergen, Norway
You’ll see some of the most famous sights in Bergen today, including Troldhaugen, the home of composer Edvard Grieg dating from 1885 and now a living museum. Then see the reconstructed Fantoft Stave Church, originally built in Sogn in 1150 and rebuilt after a devastating fire. End your journey with a farewell dinner at a traditional Norwegian restaurant. (B/D)
Day 15
Transfer from your hotel to Bergen Airport for the flight back to Toronto or Winnipeg. (B)
B - Breakfast | L - Lunch | D - Dinner