Arrival to Copenhagen Airport, meet & greet by Via Hansa & Borealis representative for your transfer to your hotel. At 18:30 hours we invite you to join the welcome cocktail by where you will meet your fellow travelers and your Tour Director.
Copenhagen
Breakfast at the hotel. Meet your local guide for a panoramic sightseeing tour of Copenhagen. The perfect introduction to “Wonderful Copenhagen”. Admire the City Hall Square where the famous pedestrian street “Stroeget” begins. Tivoli Gardens, the New Carlsberg Glyptotheque and the National Museum. Drive by the Old Stock Exchange and the Naval Church. The Kings New Square, the home of the Royal Danish Theatre with the world-famous ballet, and the old canal area, Nyhavn, with is picturesque houses and boats. Continue to the impressive Gefion Fountain and the Royal residence, Amalienborg Palace. Finally, meet the landmark of Copenhagen, the statue of the Little Mermaid. During the tour, you can also delight in Christiansborg Palace from the outside, as well as Rosenborg Castle, which houses the Crown Jewels. The tour ends at the hotel.
Copenhagen - Odense - Aarhus
Breakfast at the hotel. 09:00 Depart Copenhagen towards Roskilde the former capital of Denmark between 1200 and 1300. Roskilde has a long history, dating from the pre-Christian Viking Age. Its UNESCO-listed Gothic Cathedral now housing 39 tombs of the Danish monarchs, was completed in 1275, becoming a focus of religious influence until the Reformation in the 13th century. After visiting Roskilde Cathedral continue to Aarhus via Odense, birthplace of the famous Danish writer Hans Christian Andersen. In Odense you will have some free time to enjoy the charming 3rd largest city in Denmark.
Before check-in to your hotel enjoy a guided visit to Den Gamle By (The Old City) an open-air town museum located in the at the cities Botanical Garden in central Aarhus. Rest of the evening at leisure or join your Tour Director on a walking tour of center of Aarhus before enjoying dinner at a local restaurant.
Aarhus - Hirtshals - Kristiansand - Stavanger
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart Aarhus towards the Hirtshals located in the very north of the Peninsula of Jutland. At noon (11:45) depart Hirtshals to Kristiansand in Norway by ferry. Upon early afternoon arrival (14:00) in Kristiansand continue to Stavanger, Norway’s 4th largest city. Your hotel is in the very center of Stavanger from which you can join your Tour Director on this evening pre-dinner walk in charming Stavanger. Evening at leisure.
Stavanger - Lysefjord - Bergen
Breakfast at hotel. Departure from the hotel at 10:00 hours. This morning will be dedicated to exploring the majestic Lysefjord and its Pulpit Rock. Enjoy the fresh summer breeze while sailing through the beauty of the magnificent Lysefjord. Board an electric boat sail from downtown Stavanger to Lysefjord and Preikestolen. 11:00 hours the 3-3,5 hours Lysefjord cruise will take you to Fantahålå (Vagabond’s Cave) you see where the “vagrants” hid from the sheriff in the old days. Not long after, you arrive at Preikestolen, where Tom Cruise climbed the sheer mountain face in the movie Mission Impossible 6. Continue to the towering Hengjanefossen waterfall, where the crew brings the bow so close to the falls that you risk getting your face doused with delightful spray! Along the way, we stop to feed our goats at summer pasture in Lysefjord. With luck, you might see the occasional seal sunbathing on a rock. Depart Stavanger early afternoon Hr. 14:30 towards Bergen. Driver along the Norwegian coast where the fjords and archipelago are connected by bridges and ferry crossings. Arrival to Bergen and check-in to your hotel at the end of the afternoon 18:30. Rest of the day at leisure.
Bergen
Breakfast at hotel. This morning (09:00) will be dedicated to exploring beautiful Bergen, capital of the Norwegian fjords. Experience the ambience of the Hanseatic port Bryggen a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the ride with the Funicular to the top of Mount Floien and admire the beauty of Bergen, located between seven Mountains. Pass by Mary St. Marys Church, Haakon’s Hall (no entrances) and the colorful and picturesque fish markets where you will enjoy a fish platter with local delicacies. The Floibanen funicular in Bergen in the heart of Bergen is one of Norway’s best-known attractions. The journey up to the peak of Mount Floyen (320 m above sea level) takes 5–8 minutes. The journey is an experience, cutting through the steep mountain side and forests revealing more of the city below. At the top you can enjoy fantastic views over Bergen and Norwegian coastline. The tour end at your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure to explore Bergen by your own hand.
Bergen - Gudvangen - Flaam - Borgund - Hemsedal
Breakfast at the hotel. Early morning departure from Bergen and travel to the Naeroy Valley with a stunning background of snow-clad mountains. Enjoy a break with Norwegian waffles and the breath-taking views down the valley from the Stalheim Hotel. Continue down the Naeroy valley to Gudvangen for a beautiful fjord cruise along the Naeroyfjord. The western Norwegian fjord landscape with the Naeroyfjorden and Geirangerfjorden at the head was listed on UNESCO's World Heritage List in 2005.Your fjord experience has been designed with vessels especially designed to maximize the sightseeing experience. Disembark in the stunning village of Flaam where you will have some time at leisure, before or after joining one of the must dos of Fjord Norway. As the possibilities are various you can design your afternoon as per your preference. The guests that choose not to join an experience will have a couple of hours to enjoy the village of Flaam. Continue through the mountains to Borgund. Continue to Hemsedal and check in at Fyri Resort where you will overnight the next two nights.
Hemsedal
Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure for relaxation and enjoyment of the surroundings and the spa facilities. At the evening meet your fellow travelers and enjoy a dinner with local delicacies. The Pool Club offers treatments, always a good idea to reserve prior to the arrival to the hotel.
Hemsedal - Oslo
After breakfast, travel towards Oslo and visit to the famous and impressive Munch Museum where you can admire Munch’s masterpiece, The Scream. Guiding is not allowed inside the museum. Visit the museum at your own pace or enjoy a platter of seafood and Munch Deli & Café. Early afternoon your local guide will share the many beautiful spots of the Norwegian Capital beautifully located by the fjord. Admire the view from the Opera house. The Vigeland Park, one of the major Scandinavian cultural treasures, will delight you with sculptures by Gustav Vigeland, who dedicated his life to his artistic works. Pass also pass by the Royal Palace and the main street, Karl Johan. The tour ends at your hotel at 16:00 hours with the check-in. At 18:30 hours join your Tour Director for a walking tour to Akker Brygge. Enjoy the local vibe of the capital and try a local shrimp salad at one of the many cafés and restaurants.
Oslo - Stockholm
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart Oslo and heading to Stockholm, passing Norwegian and Swedish forests through the region of Varmland, the home of many legends. A lunch will be served in Karlstad located by the Lake Vänern. Arrival to Stockholm by the end of the afternoon and check-in. Join your Tour Director for a walking tour of the Swedish Capital. The evening is at leisure.
Stockholm
Breakfast at the hotel. Meet your local for a city sightseeing of the Swedish capital. The city is built on 14 islands and connected by 57 bridges often called the “Beauty on Water”. Stockholm embraces the unique character of the 13
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century Old Town and modern high-tech architecture. Its islands are bordered by Lake Mälaren in the west and the Baltic Sea in the east where the archipelago, with its 30.000 islands awaits exploration. The capital is a big city with a small- town personality. Go back 750 years in time and feel the medieval atmosphere of the Old Town "Gamla Stan" as you wander through its narrow streets. The seven-hundred-year-old cathedral of Stockholm, seat of the archbishop, will be seen during your stroll through Old Town, where you will have the opportunity see Stortorget, the place where the Stockholm Blood Bath took place. An inside visit is paid to one of the city’s best-known symbols, the City Hall with its Blue and Golden Halls, where the great Nobel banquet is celebrated every December. The tour ends at the hotel. The afternoon is at leisure to explore Stockholm by your own hand or join today’s experience.
Stockholm - Departure
Breakfast at the hotel. A Via Hansa & Borealis English-speaking representative will meet you for your transfer to the Airport.
What's Included
Hotel
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9 nights at 4* plus & 5 * hotels centrally located; 2 nights at Fyri Resort with spa facilities
Dining
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11 Breakfasts – Scandinavian Buffet style
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2 lunches & 2 dinners (as per program) plus 1 coffee break with Norwegian Waffles
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1 ferry crossing from Denmark – Norway
Experiences
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Fjord Cruise in Lysefjord and Pulpit Rock and Fjord Cruise with panoramic E-boat in Naeroy Fjord
Guide
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All tours mentioned in the itinerary with English speaking guide
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All touring by private coach, with air-condition & WIFI
Airport Transfers
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Roundtrip Airport Transfers
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Flight
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Airfare and Airline Taxes
Visa
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Visa Fee - PHP 11,000 per person
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Travel Insurance
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Personal Expenses
Getting There
Visa Requirements
Recent valid passport with no less than (7) months validity from the date of departure
Previous passports
Accomplished visa application form
Two (02) recent passport size pictures (colored w/ white background, wear colored shirt with collar, showing both ears, no teeth showing, picture should not be used to any previous visa application)
Employment Certificate (indicate salary, position and date of employment)
Approved Leave of Absence
Updated Certificate of compensation 2316
Updated Certificate of Business Registration and Permits/SEC (if business owner)
Recent Income Tax Return / General Information sheet
Original Bank Certificates with six (6 months) bank statement
Credit Cards
Photocopy Credit Card
Billing Statement (prior (3) months)
PSA Birth Certificate
PSA Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
Confirmed Hotel Reservation / Daily itinerary
Flight Itinerary / land transportation
For student – Enrollment certification/copy of school ID and approved leave from the school in case trip is during school days / Affidavit of Support and documents from parents
Travel Insurance (must be accredited by all Schengen Countries & must cover a medical benefits of Euro 30,000 or a peso conversion of Php 2.5 million
Personal Appearance
If business related trip: All documents stated above
• Salary Slips (last three months)
• Endorsement letter from the local company (stating reason for business trip, duration and brief details of the applicant)
• Financial documents from the local company – updated bank certification with six (6) months bank statement
• Letter of Invitation from the company in Schengen
• For the purpose of attending a conference: invitation letter issued by the host organization, confirmation on participation issued by the host organization, and/or a certification issued by the delegating organization; receipt on payment of the registration fee
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Processing Time: Minimum 15 working days
A valid email address to receive visa-related information and the eVisa.