Discover the glories of Finland and Norway on this Norwegian vacation as you traverse a pristine landscape of steep, rugged mountains, narrow ocean inlets, and vivid blue fjords.
  • During this comprehensive journey, you'll explore Finland's Lapland region—a realm of astonishing beauty—where you will encounter the enduring culture of the indigenous Sami people.
  • Then, cruise through the Norwegian fjords by coastal ship for five nights near the top of the world, stepping ashore to discover small, colorful cities and quiet fishing villages. 
  • Once you disembark your ship, you'll visit Bergen, a maritime wharf of charming restaurants, gift shops, and museums. nd, you'll have an extra night to wind down your explorations in Oslo, Norway's capital, a nature lover's dream of 40 islands and over 300 lakes.
  • Plus you can join two new optional trip extensions to Stockholm, Sweden, and Copenhagen, Denmark, to round out your Scandinavian saga. 
  • As you travel—by both land, and sea—you’ll experience Nordic cultures with enduring ties to nature’s majesty.
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Itinerary for Norwegian Coastal Voyyage & Lapland
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Pre-trip
St. Petersburg, Russia
4 nights pre-trip from $1195

Post-trip
Oslo, Norway
3 nights post-trip from $695
Post-Trip Memories

Blog
Norwegian Coastal Voyage and Lapland
By Terri Dion
Farewell Letter
By Mattias Andersson

Photos
Awaiting Entries from Travelers
Pre-Trip Educational Events

Travel - How to Pack and More* - Terri Dion - March 19, 10 - Noon
   *Register through Grand Learning

EXPERIENCE NORWAY - Musical Instrument Museum - December 7, 2014 Details at www.mim.org

Far Away Places - Iceland and Greenland*, 10 AM - Noon, December 3

The Yanks are Coming:  The US and WWI * - Roland Garcia - Mondays, March 16 - 30, 1 - 3 PM
Norway was neutral in WW1.  But the country prospered greatly selling food and war material to both sides.  Finland gained its independence at the end of WW1 and was the scene of much fighting during the Russian civil war.  Their history is traumatic and full of atrocity stories for this period.  

Experience Scandinavia - Musical Instrument Museum Dec. 5 & 6, 2015, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Details at www.mim.orgMake plans to experience Scandinavian music and culture at MIM! Join us for a celebration of Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland. Enjoy musical performances, traditional dances, a regionally inspired menu in the café, hands-on crafts, and much more.


Socials

Introductions, Q&A’s – 2:30 - 4:30 PM, Wednesday, 11/19/2014

Christmas Open House - December 14,  3:00 - 5:00 PM

Wine and Appetizer Party - Cancelled

Christmas Open House:   3:00 - 5:00 PM, December 6, 2015