Finding Hygge Year-round in Copenhagen’s Culinary Scene
08/01/2025 · By Kira Whitaker
Experience the warmth of hygge year-round in Copenhagen, Denmark’s capital, and explore its distinctive culinary offerings with Great Rail Journeys.
Read moreThe countries of Scandinavia boast some of the world's most vibrant cities, along with spectacular mountains, deep fjords, and verdant forests teeming with wildlife. The land of husky-drawn sledges, reindeer, unending days under the midnight sun and perennial nights - Scandinavia is what memorable holidays are made of. Explore the mesmerising sights of the Arctic Circle by train, feast with the Sami people, and get swept away by the beauty of the Northern Lights.
From a high-altitude journey on the Bergen Railway, we uncover delights old and new in Scandinavia. Eternally elegant cities and modern towns collide with captivating traditions and dynamic heritage, while natural landscapes offer up a veritable banquet for the eyes.
Feast like a Viking in Norway, and experience some of nature's finest work - from the never-setting Midnight Sun to the magical dance of the Northern Lights.
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Norway's fjords boast towering cliffs and serene waters which create a scene of unmatched beauty. These glacial valleys, etched over millennia, offer a glimpse into pristine Nordic nature. Cruising here allows travellers to explore secluded fjords, coastal towns, and striking, untouched landscapes.
Witnessing the Northern Lights is an unforgettable experience, as vivid waves of green, purple, and pink light dance across the Arctic sky. Norway and Sweden offer prime locations for viewing this natural phenomenon and winter's long nights and clear skies give the best chance to experience the mesmerising display.
Lapland is home to the indigenous Sámi people, offering visitors a unique cultural encounter. Here, you can experience husky sledding, try traditional Sámi dishes, and learn about their history and way of life. Lapland's snowy landscapes make it an ideal winter wonderland escape.
Nordic cuisine is celebrated for its fresh, local ingredients, from hearty stews to smoked fish. In Sweden, the tradition of fika - a social coffee break with pastries - is cherished. Savour traditional cinnamon buns, open-faced sandwiches, and a cup of coffee, savouring life the Nordic way.
Beautifully scenic Scandinavian rail journeys convey us from the ancient Viking capital of Trondheim to wintry Kiruna in Swedish Lapland, as we enjoy many opportunities to be dazzled by the ethereal Northern Lights. Admiring amazing landscapes, the fantastic Nordland Railway carries us across the Arctic Circle to Bodø. From here, we explore the...
Experience the beauty of Norway from its natural wonders to charming cities on this delightful tour across stunning landscapes. Journey through the impressive wilderness of plateaus and waterfalls on two of the world's most famous train journeys: the Bergen Railway and the Flåm Railway. Marvel at towering cliff faces on a sensational fjordland...
Embark on an amazing exploration of six incredible countries. Travelling through Denmark and Sweden, cross the Baltic Sea to explore the idyllic charms of Latvia, Estonia and Finland, before boarding an overnight ferry back to Germany. Experience the history and distinct culture of these attractive capital cities, taking in the colourful...
Uncover the delights of Arctic Norway and Sweden on a captivating journey from Tromsø to Narvik and Kiruna. Discover the lives of Sámi people and their reindeers and travel across the wilderness into Swedish Lapland on board the Ofoten Railway. Enjoy a fantastic sled ride through a winter wonderland hauled by enthusiastic huskies - one of the...
Discover the spirit of Norway in summertime, beginning with guided tours and time to explore vibrant Oslo and charming Bergen before embarking on a wonderful six-night Arctic cruise through some of the world's most magical fjords. We mark the crossing of the Arctic Circle with a ceremony, then continue into Norway's Arctic region, experiencing...
Uncover elegant Oslo and the charming port of Bergen on guided tours of Norway's two largest cities. Encounter jaw-dropping landscapes on a train journey along the Bergen Railway, basking in the beauty of this gorgeous country's natural wonders as they roll by your window. Stop to view amazing waterfalls as you travel on the Flåm Railway, one of...
Travel by rail through evocative Scandinavian landscapes to the capitals of Norway, Sweden and Denmark. Begin by uncovering Oslo's stylish modernity as well as its long and varied history on a guided tour, before travelling by rail to Stockholm. In the Swedish capital, visit picturesque Gamla Stan, one of the best-preserved medieval centres in...
Experience Norway's breathtaking mountains, glaciers and azure fjords, and explore Swedish Lapland's untamed wilderness on this epic holiday, packing in every one of the great Scandinavian rail experiences, crossing the Arctic Circle to the 'Land of the Midnight Sun'. Our grand tour combines Scandinavia's natural wonders with its celebrated...
Join us on a journey across the length of Norway - from sophisticated Oslo to the Arctic Circle - travelling on four of the country's world-renowned rail routes, the Flåm, Bergen, Nordland and Rauma railways - cruising across the exquisite Geirangerfjord, discovering otherworldly landscapes and stunning archipelagos along the way. On this...
Discover Norway in magical winter as we explore Oslo and Bergen with a stunning journey through astonishingly beautiful scenery on the world-renowned Bergen Railway, before embarking on a six-night Arctic cruise. Our northbound voyage from Bergen to Kirkenes passes some of the world's most beautiful fjords, crosses the Arctic Circle and sails...
Explore the natural wonders and cultural highlights of three beautiful Scandinavian countries on an overland journey. Travelling by train from London to Copenhagen, cruise the Nyhavn canal alongside colourful harbourside buildings, before crossing the iconic Øresund Bridge into Sweden by train. Uncover Stockholm's beautifully preserved medieval...
Discover the fantastic railways of Scandinavia & the Baltic. It should come as no surprise that we love railways and we know many of you do too! That's why our tours feature some of the most iconic railways and trains on the continent.