About this trip
This is a long coach run through Scandinavia and the Baltics over Christmas and New Year, taking in eight countries in twenty days. You start in Denmark, move through Sweden and Norway, cross to Finland for Helsinki's New Year, then work down through the Baltic states into Poland.
It's a trip built around covering ground and seeing places lit up for winter, from Copenhagen's festive streets to Bergen's snowy hills. Expect long coach transfers between stops, with each city given a few days to explore before moving on.
The route mixes big capitals like Stockholm, Helsinki and Warsaw with smaller towns such as Sigtuna and Gdansk, giving a broad sweep of the region rather than deep time in any one place.
What you'll do
- Spend Christmas in Bergen surrounded by Norway's winter scenery
- Ring in the New Year in Helsinki
- Wander Copenhagen and Stockholm in their winter dress
- Visit the small Swedish town of Sigtuna
- Explore Tallinn, Riga and Vilnius across the Baltic states
- Take in Gdansk and Warsaw in Poland
- Fast-paced — 20 days across 8 countries means frequent moves and long coach journeys
- Winter weather and short daylight hours will shape how much you see outdoors each day
- Suits travellers who want breadth over depth and don't mind a busy itinerary over the festive period
Worth it if you value an exceptional guide and curated group experiences. Think twice if you prefer independent exploration or flexibility.
- Luke consistently balances detailed history and local knowledge without overwhelming; guides feel informed, not lectured.
- Group bonding is deliberate and effective; reviewers mention making friends for life and feeling united as a cohort.
- Optional excursions unlock experiences solo travellers cannot reach; white Christmas and arctic experiences mentioned as standout moments.
- Reviews focus entirely on the guide; no mention of accommodation quality, value for money, or any logistical friction points.
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Copenhagen · 20 Dec – 21 Dec
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