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Ultimate Scandinavia and The Polar Express

Rail journey through Scandinavia to the Arctic Circle and midnight sun

Illustration of Ultimate Scandinavia and The Polar Express

Great Rail Journeys' Ultimate Scandinavia and The Polar Express is an escorted rail tour that travels through Denmark, Sweden, and Norway over approximately 8 to 10 days. The journey begins in Copenhagen and proceeds by train through Stockholm and Oslo before reaching the Arctic Circle in the north. Travellers experience three Scandinavian capital cities, each known for its museums, architecture, and local culture. The route also includes time to explore Norway's fjords, where rail lines wind through steep valleys and past waterfalls. The tour culminates north of the Arctic Circle in the Land of the Midnight Sun, where during summer travel the sun remains visible throughout the night. This trip suits escorted travellers who want a complete rail-based exploration of Scandinavia without arranging their own transport between cities.

What to know before you look closer

  • The operator publishes no day-by-day itinerary for this package; confirm the route details, number of nights in each city, and which named trains you will travel on before booking.

Questions travellers ask

Is all travel by train?
Yes. Great Rail Journeys describes this as an overland rail adventure through Denmark, Sweden, and Norway.
Is this an escorted tour?
Yes. Great Rail Journeys operates it as an escorted tour.
Which cities are included?
Copenhagen, Stockholm, Oslo, Norway's fjords, and the Arctic Circle north of the Arctic Circle.
What is the Land of the Midnight Sun?
It refers to the wild landscapes north of the Arctic Circle where the sun does not set during summer months.

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