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Highlights of Northern Europe: Amsterdam to Stockholm

with Norwegian Fjords extension

Duration: 11 or 14 days
Group size: 15-38
Reviews: 20

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Journey north to uncover a new side of Europe.

The past is palpable on this one-of-a-kind tour, which brings you to cities that were once important centers of trade and emigration. After discovering Amsterdam’s place in history as you explore its crisscrossing waterways, continue on to the port of Hamburg. Then, cross the Baltic Sea and get to know a pair of fascinating Scandinavian capitals: Copenhagen and Stockholm.

Your tour package includes

9 nights in handpicked hotels
9 breakfasts
4 dinners with beer or wine
5 sightseeing tours
Expert Tour Director & local guides

Included highlights

Dam Square
Van Gogh Museum
Rosenborg Castle
Nyhavn district
Vasa Museum

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Overnight Flight1 night

Day 1: Travel day

Board your overnight flight to Amsterdam today.

Amsterdam3 nights

Day 2: Arrival in Amsterdam

Included meal: Welcome dinner

Welcome to the Netherlands! Meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers at tonight’s welcome dinner.

Day 3: Sightseeing tour of Amsterdam

Included meal: Breakfast

Today’s panoramic sightseeing tour introduces you to Amsterdam’s iconic canals and unique character.

Walk through Bloemenmarkt, the city’s famous floating flower market, and pass by Begijnhof Chapel
Stroll by the canals and bridges, taking in the houseboats that dot the banks
View Dam Square, home of many landmarks including the neoclassical Royal Palace, the 15th-century New Church, and the National Monument
Enter the Van Gogh Museum to admire the largest collection of Vincent Van Gogh’s masterpieces, including the famous Sunflowers

Please note: You’ll be divided into groups of 20 people or less for the walking portion of the sightseeing tour. Each group will have their own local guide.

Spend a free evening in Amsterdam or add an excursion.

Canal Cruise & Dinner

Excursion (additional cost)

Day 4: Free day in Amsterdam

Included meal: Breakfast

Enjoy a free day in Amsterdam or add an excursion.

A Day in Charming Delft

Excursion (additional cost)

Hamburg2 nights

Day 5: Transfer to Hamburg

Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Journey from the Netherlands to Hamburg, Germany. Then, sit down for an included dinner this evening.

Day 6: Sightseeing tour of Hamburg

Included meal: Breakfast

Join a local expert on a guided tour of Hamburg, Germany’s second largest city.

Pass by the neo-Renaissance Rathaus, the city hall
Admire St. Michaelis Church, the largest Baroque church in northern Germany, and stroll the historic warehouse district

Enjoy a free evening in Hamburg or add an excursion.

Hanseatic Lübeck

Excursion (additional cost)

Copenhagen2 nights

Day 7: Ferry to Copenhagen

Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Travel to Puttgarden, where you’ll board a ferry to cross the Fehmarn Belt and arrive in Copenhagen, Denmark. This evening, sit down for an included dinner.

Day 8: Sightseeing tour of Copenhagen

Included meal: Breakfast

Take a guided tour of the bustling maritime city with a local guide.

Step inside the 16th-century Rosenborg Castle, a royal residence built in the Dutch Renaissance style
View the iconic Little Mermaid statue and marvel at the wharfside homes and stores in the beautifully preserved Nyhavn district
Pass by the Amalienborg Palace and Christiansborg Palace, seat of the Danish Parliament

Stockholm2 nights

Day 9: Flight to Stockholm

Included meal: Breakfast

Fly to Stockholm, Sweden this morning.

Day 10: Sightseeing tour of Stockholm

Included meals: Breakfast, Farewell dinner

Explore Sweden’s sophisticated capital on a guided tour led by a local expert.

Enter the architecturally unique Stockholm City Hall, site of the annual Nobel Prize banquet
Step inside the Vasa Museum to see a 1628 warship that once sat at the bottom of Stockholm harbor
Stroll through the medieval Old Town and view the Baroque Royal Palace

Enjoy a free afternoon in Stockholm or add an excursion.

Celebrate your trip with your fellow travelers at a farewell dinner this evening.

Drottningholm

Excursion (additional cost)

Flight Home

Day 11: Departure

Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures)

Transfer to the airport for your flight home or extend your stay to visit Norway.

Extension to Norwegian Fjords

There's one word you could use to describe seeing the midnight sun during summer nights, or coasting through fjords flanked by hundred-foot-high cliffs. It's "wow." Fly to Bergen and tour Norway's prettiest places to see what we mean.

Bergen3 nights

Day 11: Flight to Bergen

Included meal: Breakfast

Fly to Bergen, Norway, known as “the gateway to the fjords.”

Day 12: Sightseeing tour of Bergen

Included meal: Breakfast

Join a local guide to discover historic sites in and around Bergen.

Drive to Fana and enter the wooden, medieval-style Fantoft Stave Church
Pass by Bergenhus Fortress and the bustling fish and flower market
Admire views of the city center and harbor from Custom House Pier
Walk through the Hanseatic era alleyways and courtyards in the UNESCO-listed Bryggen harbor district

Day 13: Norwegian fjords

Included meal: Breakfast

Spend the day journeying through Norway’s fjord country, a region of otherworldly natural beauty.

Take a scenic train ride from Bergen to Voss, where you’ll continue on to the village of Gudvangen
Embark on a cruise through the country’s steep cliffs and narrow waterways
Disembark in the village of Flåm, overlooking Aurlandsfjord

This evening, enjoy a farewell drink as you celebrate your trip with your fellow group members.

Flight Home

Day 14: Departure

Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures)

Transfer to the airport for your flight home.

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Reviews

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Best tour to date with Thomas K our tour director and Go Ahead

10/05/2019 by 3rd-time traveler Wayne

14 days, 5 countries it was exciting at every turn from City to City. Our Tour director Thomas K was the best director we have experienced in our 4 and 1/2 years (this was our 3rd tour) with Go Ahead. He took us through each city before our guided tour and that gave us more time to explore on our ...

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Too many long days of travel on a bus, and too much time waiting in airports for short flights.

10/03/2019 by 2nd-time traveler Michel

This tour is perhaps too ambitious. While Amsterdam is wonderful, the two days of bus travel through boring countryside to get to Scandinavia from Amsterdam could be eliminated by starting the trip in Copenhagen. The tour could be better by eliminating the start in Amsterdam and making the e...

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Go Ahead Tours replied on 11/18/2019

Dear Traveler, All of our team at Go Ahead are con...

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09/25/2019 by 2nd-time traveler Daniel

Our tour director was very good and effective with the Itinerary ,some of time it did put pressure on him to keep the group on schedule . So maybe the itinerary could have been shortened ? I think the group as a whole enjoyed the tour , at times there seemed to be too much traveling time , and that ...

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08/10/2019 by 8th-time traveler Bessie

Amsterdam, Delft, Copenhagen, Hamburg, Stockholm are all beautiful and welcoming, and each has its own charming character. An unexpected highlight for me was a trip to the flower auction outside Amsterdam. I didn't know that such a thing existed, and it was fascinating.

14 days on the move

07/16/2019 by 3rd-time traveler Roger

This was a highlights tour which means you're going to see as many places as you can in a short time. You must be ready to keep moving, get on buses, trains, boats and planes and like it. I enjoyed it all up until the 11th day where I was getting tired, but I kept going and saw all the highlights of...

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Hotels, flights & FAQ

Here's the nitty-gritty—where you’ll stay, how you’ll get there, and what to know about your destination before you go.

Hotels

We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.

Mercure Hotel Hamburg City

This modern hotel is located in the Hamburg-Mitte neighborhood. Guests enjoy a sauna, restaurant, and bar. Nearby you’ll find markets, a chocolate fac...

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Hotel Zander K

This modern hotel is located in the Sentrum neighborhood. Guests enjoy a foodbar, gym, and free bicycle rentals. Nearby, you’ll find the Bergen Storse...

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First Hotel Mayfair

This contemporary hotel is located in the Vesterbro district. Guests enjoy a restaurant, bar, and courtyard. Nearby, you’ll find Tivoli Gardens, the T...

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Hampshire Hotel - The Manor Amsterdam

The Manor Amsterdam is located in a unique building in Amsterdam-Oost: the perfect location if you wish to stay overnight in a historic building durin...

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Courtyard Stockholm Kungsholmen

This modern hotel is located in Stockholm's city center. Guests enjoy a fitness center, Wi-Fi, and bike rentals. Nearby, you'll find the ABBA museum, ...

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Hampshire Hotel - Rembrandt Square Amsterdam

This modern hotel is located in the Canal Ring. Guests enjoy room service, free Wi-Fi, and a bar. Nearby, you’ll find the Amstel river, Willet-Holthuy...

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FAQ

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Passport & visa requirements

This tour visits the Netherlands, Germany, Denmark, and Sweden (plus Norway on the extension). In order to enter these countries, U.S. and Canadian citizens need a valid passport with an expiration date extending at least six months beyond the date of reentry.
We recommend having at least two blank passport pages for entry stamps.
There is no visa required for U.S. or Canadian citizens.
If you are not a U.S. or Canadian citizen, you must contact each country’s consulate for your specific entry requirements.

Tour pace

You will walk for at least 1.5 hours daily across mostly flat terrain, including paved roads and cobblestone streets, with few hills.
Travelers should be healthy enough to participate in all included walks without assistance. Adding optional excursions may increase the total amount of walking on your tour.
You should feel comfortable managing your own baggage at times, as well as getting in and out of trains, ferries and small boats.
Go Ahead Tours and the Tour Director who accompanies your group are unable to provide special, individual mobility assistance to travelers on tour. The responsibility of the Tour Director is to ensure the group as a whole enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing, individualized assistance to any one traveler.
If you have any mobility concerns or physical restrictions, please contact our Customer Experience Team.

Transportation & arrival information

Round-trip flights booked through Go Ahead Tours arrive in Amsterdam and depart from Stockholm (or Bergen on the tour extension). When you first arrive, a representative from Go Ahead Tours will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. Please remain in the arrival lounge, as the representative might be escorting one of your fellow travelers to the bus at the time of your arrival.
Transfers to and from the airport at your destination are included for travelers who have purchased their flights through Go Ahead Tours. Travelers who purchase their own flights may request airport transfers with Go Ahead Tours for an additional cost.
A ferry from Puttgarden to Copenhagen and a flight from Copenhagen to Stockholm are included in the price of your tour. (The tour extension also includes a flight from Stockholm to Bergen.)
All other included transportation on this tour is by private motor coach.

Baggage allowance

Please note that our travelers are limited to one checked bag and one carry-on bag per person due to storage limitations on motor coaches and other transfers, which may include train connections or flights.
Contact your airline(s) for baggage size and weight restrictions for your flights, which may include on-tour flights in addition to your round-trip flights to and from tour. Please note that your included on-tour flights may have more restrictive baggage limits.
Some airlines may impose additional charges if you choose to check any baggage or exceed baggage size and weight restrictions. Be advised that you are responsible for any baggage fees incurred on all flights.
Make sure you label your baggage and keep valuables, medication, and documents in your carry-on bag.

Clothing & packing tips

We recommend lightweight, loose-fitting clothing that can be easily layered to accommodate varying temperatures, as well as a light jacket or rainwear.
A sturdy pair of walking shoes or sneakers is recommended for sightseeing.
You may want to pack dressier attire if you plan to visit a high-end restaurant or attend a special performance.
It is preferable not to visit churches or other religious sites with bare legs and shoulders (and entrance may be denied on this basis).

Health

There are no major health risks associated with traveling to the countries on this tour.
At least 60 days prior to departure, check with your doctor or healthcare provider for the latest updates and entry requirements, or visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website at cdc.gov.
If you have medication that you take daily, be sure you have enough for each day of the tour as well as any possible delays encountered.
If you have dietary restrictions and/or food allergies please notify Go Ahead Tours at least 30 days prior to departure by logging in to your account and updating your traveler info. To update this information closer to your departure date, please call our Customer Experience Team.

Cuisine

In the Netherlands, simply prepared meat and fish dishes, substantial soups, and hearty stews are local staples. Snack food traditionally features fish—you might try maatje, raw green herrings served with onions—but pancakes, french fries, doughnuts, and waffles are just as plentiful.
German food is hearty and substantial. Among the specialties are dumpling stews, sauerkraut, sausages, smoked cheeses, and dark breads. Bavaria produces some of the world’s purest beers, and white German wines are exceptionally good.
When in Denmark, try the beloved open-faced sandwich called smørrebrød: a slice of rye bread topped with local favorites that could include smoked fish, prawns, mayonnaise, horseradish, or caviar. The country is also known for the popular Carlsberg and Tuborg beers.
Sweden’s famous meatballs are typically served with a brown sauce and tart lingonberry jam. Smoked salmon and pickled herring are popular eats, especially atop a crisp bread. Snack on the country’s many kinds of pastry and breads during fika, a social coffee hour that occurs mid-morning and mid-afternoon.
On the tour extension, Norwegian cuisine is varied, offering something for every traveler. Lamb is the most traditional meat, but you’ll also find everything from goose to deer being served in Norway. Seafood lovers will enjoy the country’s array of smoked salmon, shellfish, pickled herring, and scrod. Typical meals often incorporate grains, locally-produced cheeses, fresh produce, and wild berries.

Electricity & air conditioning

All destinations visited on this tour operate on the European standard 220-240 volts and use Types C or F plugs with two small, round pins.
We recommend packing a universal adapter, as well as a voltage converter if you plan on using your own hairdryer or other device without a built-in converter.
The strength of the air conditioning in European hotels is often not as strong or as cool as what you might be used to in the U.S. or Canada. When air conditioning is available, it is usually regulated seasonally and controlled centrally by the hotel.
Your hotels may provide hairdryers, irons, and other small appliances. However, these amenities cannot be guaranteed.

Connectivity

Wi-Fi is available in most hotels, though charges may apply.
There is no internet access on the motor coach.
Please contact your mobile service provider for information on roaming charges.

Time zones

All destinations visited on this tour are one hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and six hours ahead of Eastern Time (ET).
When it’s noon in New York, it’s 6pm on tour.

Currency

You will use the euro in the Netherlands and Germany, the Danish krone in Denmark, and the Swedish krona in Sweden (plus the Norwegian krone in Norway on the extension).
Better rates of exchange are usually available overseas, although it’s worth ordering some currency from your local bank to use when you first arrive.
We strongly advise that you take debit/bank cards and credit cards, which can be used to withdraw cash at local banks as needed.
You can use most debit/credit cards at ATMs on the international networks Cirrus and Plus, but make sure to check with your home bank about withdrawal fees.
Inform your bank and credit card company of your travel plans so that they won’t confuse your international purchases for fraudulent charges.
International banks and businesses primarily accept debit and credit cards that work with the EMV chip system. If you do not already have at least one debit or credit card with a chip in it, we strongly recommend requesting one from your bank prior to your tour.

Tipping

At the conclusion of your tour, it’s customary to offer your Tour Director and driver a gratuity in local currency or USD. Please keep current exchange rates in mind.
We recommend tipping the equivalent of $7USD to $10USD per person per day for your Tour Director and the equivalent of $3USD per person per day for your driver.
If applicable, we also recommend the equivalent of $2USD per local guide.
Tips can only be paid in cash.

Purchasing excursions on tour

Most optional excursions will be available for purchase while you are on tour.
Your Tour Director will only accept cash (in USD only), Visa, or MasterCard as payment for excursions.
Please be advised that if you pay for an excursion by credit card while on tour, it may take up to three months for your card to be charged.
Some optional excursions may only be purchased in advance. See page four of your tour itinerary for more information.

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