10D9N Scandinavian Wonderland & Christmas Markets

Experience shopping, taste local treats, and soak in the holiday decorations.

✅ Included
⏱️ 3hrs

• City Illuminations | Discover Stockholm aglow with one million LED lights and festive mini-candles, transforming 40 streets and squares into a magical winter spectacle.
• Gamla Stan Christmas Market | Visit the historic Stortorget Christmas market in Gamla Stan, Stockholm’s Old Town, dating back to 1837. Enjoy mulled wine (Glögg) and ginger biscuits amid charming stalls.

⚠️ Note

• Dress warmly and wear comfortable shoes.
• Suitable for all with a low difficulty level.

Explore medieval Visby and enjoy local produce.

✅ Included
⏱️ 4hrs

• Visit Suderbys Herrgård | Begin with a drive to Suderbys Herrgård, a family-owned hotel-restaurant since 1988. Sample local products made in-house and from nearby farms.
• Ansarve Sheep Farm | Visit Ansarve sheep farm, home to 150 sheep, and browse wool and sheepskin clothing and home furnishings.
• Gotland Countryside and Medieval Churches | Travel through Gotland’s scenic countryside, stopping to visit one of its 92 medieval Viking-built churches.
• Guided Walk in Visby | End with a guided walk through Visby’s charming narrow streets and alleys.

⚠️ Note

• Excursion conducted in English only.
• Low difficulty: flat and uneven terrain, 74 steps down with a handrail.
• Wear warm and comfortable clothing.

✅ Included
⏱️ 5.25hrs

• Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque Treasures | Explore Gdansk’s 1,000 years of history through its Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture. Your guided walk will take you to the Old Town, featuring buildings with elaborate facades and ornate gables. Pass by the Town Hall, Long Market, and the 15th-century Palace of Artus Court. Pause at Neptune’s Fountain, a symbol of Gdansk’s Hanseatic past, before heading to the waterfront canal and lively St. Mary’s Street.
• St. Mary’s Church | Visit the world’s largest brick church, St. Mary’s. This Gothic marvel took 159 years to build and features a bright interior, over 30 decorated chapels, ancient tombstones, and a 15th-century astronomical clock.
• Leisure Time in Old Town | Enjoy free time to shop for amber jewelry, artwork, and souvenirs in the charming Old Town.
• Exclusive Chopin Concert | Drive to the Polish Baltic Philharmonic for an exclusive concert featuring classical music by Frédéric Chopin and other great composers such as Edward Grieg, Fritz Kreisler, Wojciech Kilar, and Henryk Wieniawski. Renowned Polish pianist Rafal Lewandowski will perform the entire program.

⚠️ Note

• Approximately 2.5 km (1.24 miles) of walking, some over cobblestone streets.
• Wear comfortable shoes.
• Appropriate dress required for religious sites (shoulders and knees covered).
• Welcome drink offered before the concert.

Travel to the heart of Poland and explore a captivating medieval castle that has enthralled Europe for centuries.

✅ Included
⏱️ 4.5hrs

• Meet your guide | Embark on a scenic one-hour bus ride to Malbork.
• Malbork Castle: A Gothic Masterpiece | Discover medieval Poland through the grandeur of Malbork Castle, also known as the Castle of the Teutonic Order of Malbork. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the largest medieval fortress in Europe, showcasing Gothic brick architecture. Originally the headquarters for the Teutonic Knights from Venice in 1309, it later served as a royal residence for Polish kings until 1466.

⚠️ Note

• Approximately 1 km of walking with 150 steps at the Castle.
• Wear comfortable walking shoes.

Don’t miss Oliwa Park’s magical transformation during Gdansk’s year-end celebrations! A nighttime visit is a must.

✅ Included
⏱️ 2.5hrs

• Explore Oliwa Cathedral, where you’ll marvel at winter illuminations in Oliwski Park: a stunning portal, a magical luminous tunnel, and adorned trees, plants, and pathways.
• Situated on the site of a former Cistercian monastery, the cathedral dates back to the 13th century. Its original Gothic interior was replaced with Baroque elements following a fire in 1577, adding to its current beauty and grandeur. The façade features two slender Gothic octagonal towers flanking a central Baroque section. Inside, the cathedral follows a classic layout with three naves and a Latin cross vaulted basilica. Notably, the main entrance hosts an extraordinary organ, once the largest in Europe when it was first installed.

⚠️ Note

• Approximately 1 km (0.6 miles) of walking on flat, potentially slippery terrain.
• Accessible to persons in a foldable wheelchair with an assistant.
• Wear warm, waterproof clothes and comfortable flat shoes.

✅ Included
⏱️ 7hrs

• Sigulda Discovery | Journey to Sigulda, known as the ”Latvian Switzerland.” Explore the enchanting ruins of Sigulda Castle and the 19th-century Kropotkin’s Manor House.
• Ancient Gutman’s Caves | Discover the mystical Gutman’s sandstone caves, the largest internal erosion cave in the Baltic States, adorned with ancient inscriptions.
• Turaida Castle Adventure | Wander through the majestic 13th-century Turaida Castle, climb the tower for breathtaking views, and visit the legendary Rose of Turaida’s grave. Stroll through a captivating sculpture park celebrating Latvian folklore.
• Historic Town Hall Square | Conclude your adventure with a stop at the picturesque Town Hall Square on your way back to the pier.

⚠️ Note

• Moderate to high level tour with approximately 2 km (1.2 miles) of walking on cobblestone streets.
• Wear comfortable clothing and good walking shoes.
• Limited to 40 participants.

✅ Included
⏱️ 4.5hrs

• Riga’s Art Nouveau Splendor | Discover Riga’s captivating blend of history and architecture. Start with a guided tour of Alberta Street, showcasing unique Art Nouveau buildings and the iconic Freedom Monument.

  Latvian National Art Museum |Restored and reopened in year 2016, admire around 500 works of art on display.

  Old Riga Exploration | Stroll through the medieval streets of Old Riga. Visit the House of Blackheads, St. Peter’s Church, St. George’s Church, and St. John’s Church, concluding at Livu Square with its charming historic buildings.

⚠️ Note

• Involves a 2 km walk on relatively flat, cobbled surfaces.
• Wear comfortable walking shoes and a jacket.