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Euroventure · Self-guided rail & coach tour

Scandinavian: 2 Weeks

Berlin to Helsinki in 14 days via Copenhagen, Oslo, and Stockholm

Illustration of Scandinavian: 2 Weeks

Euroventure's Scandinavian journey spans 14 days and five countries, departing Berlin and finishing in Helsinki. This is self-guided travel with a personalised pack and round-the-clock support, not an escorted tour. You begin with three nights exploring Berlin's WWII history and alternative culture, then coach to Copenhagen for three nights of microbreweries and the Little Mermaid. From there, coach to Oslo to see Viking ships and the ski jump, then eight hours to Stockholm for the old town and ABBA museum. On Day 12, you board a 16-hour overnight ferry across the Baltic to Helsinki, a harbour town on a picturesque fjord. Your final days take in the Rock Church carved into stone and Suomenlinna Sea Fortress. All transport tickets, Interrail or Eurail passes, accommodation, and seat reservations are included, making this suit independent travellers and those new to rail who want expert logistics handled without a guide shadowing them.

What to know before you look closer

  • Flights to Berlin and from Helsinki are not included and must be arranged separately.
  • Days 4, 7, and 9 involve 8 to 9 hours of coach travel between cities.
  • The final hotel in each city depends on availability within the tier you select; Euroventure books tested, centrally located properties but the exact name varies.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Berlin

    Berlin

    Berlin is the alternative, cool kid of Europe, crammed full of fascinating WWII history around every corner.

  2. Day 2overnight: Berlin

    Berlin

    See a section of the old Berlin Wall and climb the dome of the renovated Reichstag.

  3. Day 3overnight: Berlin

    Berlin

    Discover the nightlife of Schöneberg and Kreuzberg before heading north.

  4. Day 4overnight: Copenhagen

    Berlin / Copenhagen

    Coach to Copenhagen (9 hours). Copenhagen is a place where equal rights and liberal attitudes take precedence, incredibly safe and relaxed.

  5. Day 5overnight: Copenhagen

    Copenhagen

    Visit the Little Mermaid, go to one of the world's oldest theme parks, and sample fruity beers at plenty of microbreweries.

  6. Day 6overnight: Copenhagen

    Copenhagen

    Visit the hippie commune of Christiania, where squatters' rights still hold sway, and admire the city's amazing architecture.

  7. Day 7overnight: Oslo

    Copenhagen / Oslo

    Coach to Oslo (8 hours). Oslo is not a big city, but has exceptional museums and is easy to walk around into the overlooking hills.

  8. Day 8overnight: Oslo

    Oslo

    See excellently preserved Viking ships, understand Norway's heritage at the Folk Museum, have a go at the ski jump, or see Edvard Munch's 'The Scream' at the National Gallery.

  9. Day 9overnight: Stockholm

    Oslo / Stockholm

    Coach to Stockholm (8 hours), described as one of the most beautiful cities in Europe with calm waterways, colourful buildings and cobbled streets.

  10. Day 10overnight: Stockholm

    Stockholm

    Wander up the cobbled streets of the old town and admire the colourful skyline from a boat tour.

  11. Day 11overnight: Stockholm

    Stockholm

    Visit the ABBA museum before taking the overnight ferry across the Baltic Sea.

  12. Day 12overnight: Helsinki

    Stockholm / Helsinki (night ferry)

    Night ferry to Helsinki (16 hours), a harbour town set on a picturesque fjord with understated, sophisticated elegance.

  13. Day 13overnight: Helsinki

    Helsinki

    Visit the Finnish national gallery and museum, take a boat out to Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, or visit the Rock Church, a space-age cathedral carved into the stone in Toolo.

  14. Day 14

    Helsinki

    Visit the Finnish folk museum with live actors, stroll through Sibelius Park, or take a boozy sightseeing tour on the red pub-tram before heading home.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2Visit a section of the old Berlin Wall and climb the dome of the renovated Reichstag.
  • Day 8See excellently preserved Viking ships at Oslo's museum and view Edvard Munch's 'The Scream' at the National Gallery.
  • Day 10Take a boat tour of Stockholm's colourful skyline and wander the cobbled streets of the old town.
  • Day 12Overnight ferry across the Baltic Sea to Helsinki, a harbour town set on a picturesque fjord.
  • Day 13Visit the Rock Church, a space-age cathedral carved into stone, or take a boat to Suomenlinna Sea Fortress.

Included

  • All overland transport tickets from the first to the last city, as shown in the map
  • Any Interrail or Eurail passes if required, based on the best value for you
  • All possible seat reservations on high-speed rail, night trains or ferries
  • Accommodation in top-rated, centrally located hostels or hotels, tested by us
  • Walking or public transport directions between the stations and your booked accommodation
  • Travel Disruption Protection - alternative travel included if there is a strike or similar disruption
  • Access to a 24hr emergency phone number while you're away
  • 1GB of free data, with the option to add more anytime with eSIM
  • A personalised travel booklet with maps, language guides, top tips and more
  • Optional walking tours, pub crawls and other activities at partner hostels
  • Exclusive discounts on attractions across Europe

Not included

  • Flights to Berlin and from Helsinki (arranged separately)

Questions travellers ask

Is all the train and ferry travel included?
Yes. Euroventure includes all overland transport tickets from Berlin to Helsinki, any Interrail or Eurail passes, and all seat reservations on high-speed rail, night trains, and ferries. Flights to Berlin and from Helsinki are not included.
Is this a guided tour or self-guided?
Self-guided. You receive a personalised travel pack with maps, language guides, and top tips, plus walking or public transport directions between stations and accommodation. You have access to a 24-hour emergency phone number for support.
What accommodation is included?
Euroventure books centrally located hostels or hotels tested by them. The exact property varies by the tier and city you select, but all are top-rated.
Do I sleep on the overnight ferry?
Yes. On Day 12, you take a 16-hour overnight ferry from Stockholm to Helsinki; accommodation on the ferry is included.
How much walking is involved?
You explore cities on foot with walking tours of old towns and neighbourhoods, including cobbled streets. There are no hikes or high-altitude walks.
What is the total cost?
From GBP 1,039 (USD 1,388) for the 14-night package, including transport, accommodation, and seat reservations. A 10 per cent deposit is required at booking, with the balance due 90 days before departure.

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