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Kingdom of Crystal and Fairy Tales– Denmark, Sweden –9 days / 8 nights, Stockholm - Drottningholm - Växjö - Kingdom of Crystal - Kalmar - CopenhagenOn our semi escorted tour from Stockholm you travel on your own by train, while enjoying guided sightseeing in each city. Visit Kronoberg and Kalmar counties in Småland, the center of the Kingdom of Crystal. You will find rich cultural history, an abundance of nature activities such as fishing, hiking, cycling, or learn the basics of glassblowing? Enjoy the idyllic Swedish countryside to Växjö and Kalmar, ending in the fairytale city of Copenhagen.
| Operation | June 1 - August 31, 2012 |
| Departure | Daily |
| Price | Based on 4 persons traveling: from $2925 per person in double room $3,530 single room |
| Included | 8 nights hotel accommodations, centrally located *** - **** Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily 1 x Lunch at Orrefors Inn Regular sightseeing tour in Stockholm by bus Round trip ferry to Drottningholm Entrance to Drottningholm Train, 2nd class Stockholm - Växjö Train, 2nd class Växjö - Kalmar Train, 2nd class Kalmar - Copenhagen 2nd class seat reservations Transfers to/from rail station Växjö & Kalmar Guided sightseeing, Transfers and entrances in Växjö and Kalmar as per itinerary City sightseeing tour in Copenhagen by bus 1 hours canal tour (regular departure with on board guide) in Copenhagen Taxes |
| Not Included | International airfare Airport taxes Gratuities Personal insurance / personal items $25 Service fee |
| Please Note | All rates and services remain subject to availability |
| Tour Options | Additional nights in Stockholm Silja Line cruise, Helsinki - Stockholm Cruise Stockholm - Riga Cruise Stockholm - Tallinn - St. Petersburg |
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Day 1 STOCKHOLM (B) Individual arrival in Stockholm. Transfer on your own to the downtown hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Accommodation/breakfast at Rica Hotel Kungsgatan or similar.
Day 2 STOCKHOLM (B) ToAfter breakfast depart on a regular audio city tour by bus (1 hr and 15 minutes tour, several daily departures). Pass by the most famous buildings in Stockholm, including the Royal Palace, the City Hall, the Parliament Building, the island of Djurgården and the Old Town (Gamla Stan), with its narrow cobbled streets and numerous antique shops. A stop will be made by the observation point at Fjällgatan, if traffic permitting. After the sightseeing leave Stockholm by boat from Stadshusbron for Drottningholm (entrance) - the royal residence (opening hours every day 10.00 - 16.30 but will close for public entrance without notice in case of special arrangements). Awaiting you at your arrival is the pearl of Lake Mälaren - the Drottningholm Palace, built in the late 17th century, and residence of Sweden's Royal Family. Sections of the Palace are open to the public as are the surrounding landscaped gardens. Included in the entrance is one hour guided tour, (starting at 14:00 and 16:00). After the tour take the boat back to the city.
Accommodation at Rica Hotel Kungsgatan or similar.
Day 3 STOCKHOLM - VÄXJÖ (B) Transfer on your own to the Central Station for a morning departure to Växjö. Your Kingdom of Crystal guide will meet you upon arrival in Växjö. Transfer to your hotel and proceed on a sightseeing tour in Växjö. Accommodation/breakfast at Clarion Collection Hotel Cardinal or similar.
Clarion Collection Hotel Cardinal
Day 4 VÄXJÖ - KALMAR (B) After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a full day guided excursion. Visit the House of Emigration in Växjö; the Museum of Småland (Glass) and the Kronobergs Castle Ruins. This afternoon transfer to the train station. Depart by train from Växjö to Kalmar. Transfer upon arrival to your hotel. Accommodation/breakfast at Clarion Collection Hotel Packhuset or similar.
Clarion Collection Hotel Packhuset
Day 5 KALMAR (B, L) Full day guided tour of the famous Kingdom of Crystal including Kosta, Orrefors and Målerås. Lunch at Orrefors Inn or Kosta Inn. Accommodation/breakfast at Clarion Collection Hotel Packhuset or similar.
Clarion Collection Hotel Packhuset
Day 6 KALMAR (B) Today enjoy guided visits to the Kalmar Cathedral, Kalmar Castle and the Art Museum. Rest of the day at leisure. Accommodation/breakfast at Clarion Collection Hotel Packhuset or similar.
Clarion Collection Hotel Packhuset
Day 7 KALMAR - COPENHAGEN (B) After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the train station and train to Copenhagen. Upon arrival at Copenhagen main train station, transfer on your own to your hotel. First Hotel Twentyseven has been voted Denmark's most trendy hotel for 2012. Enjoy the ICEBAR COPENHAGEN, all made of crystal-clear Torne River ice, harvested 200 km north of the Polar Circle in Swedish Lapland. And so collide these two worlds in Copenhagens coolest bar, simply a must see. at the hotel.
Accommodation at First Hotel Twentyseven or similar.
Day 8 COPENHAGEN (B) Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, depart on a regular audio city tour by bus (1½ hr tour, departures at 09:30, 11:30 and 13:30) during which you will see the Amalienborg Palace, Christiansborg Palace (seat of the Danish Parliament), Hans Christian Andersen's statue, Gefion Fountain, the old harbour of Nyhavn, the famous Little Mermaid and many other popular sights. After the tour, take a walk along the pedestrian street “Strøget” to the picturesque Nyhavn canal. From here, you will depart on a canal tour, regular departure with onboard English speaking guide, of approx.1 hour (up to 6 departures per hour from 09:30 until 18:00 beginning June - mid June or 20:00 mid June-August). The tour takes you through the harbour and the idyllic canals of Copenhagen. Learn about the most beautiful churches, castles, the picturesque old houses and some of the architecturally interesting new buildings and sights of Copenhagen.
Accommodation at First Hotel Twentyseven or similar.
Day 9 COPENHAGEN DEPARTURE (B) Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before check out. End of services.