12 of the best things to do in Norway’s Lofoten Islands
byHigh up inside the Arctic Circle, this scenic Lofoten Islands along Norway’s north coast are incredibly picturesque – with white…
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Christmas in Iceland: the ultimate guide
Fancy a Christmas break with a difference? Want to go somewhere where you’re guaranteed snowy mountains, Christmas markets and outdoor…
The 11 best hot springs in Iceland
Who can resist swimming in a hot spring, surrounded by snow-capped mountains, a blue sea or starry skies? Iceland has…
Danish vs Dutch: what is the difference?
If you live in Europe, it may seem very obvious. But sometimes, people from further afield struggle with the difference…
Denmark vs Finland: which one should you visit?
Longing for a trip to Northern Europe, but can’t decide which country to visit? Both Denmark and Finland are great…
The Reykjavik City Card: is it worth buying?
Planning a trip to Reykjavik? Want to see all the sights for as little as possible? Well, you probably already…
Christmas in Sweden: the ultimate guide
Snowy rooftops, flickering candles and the warm smell of freshly baked gingerbread wafting across the streets: Sweden does…
Seeing the northern lights in Norway
Despite the bone-numbingly cold temperatures, Norway’s far north has become the place to be in winter. This is a beautiful…
Is Denmark a socialist country?
When outsiders talk about Denmark, the word ‘socialist’ gets thrown around a lot. Most agree that this northern European nation…
Seeing the northern lights in Sweden
If seeing the northern lights is high up on your bucket list, Sweden is a very good place to start….
Tours and tickets
Free walking tours in Copenhagen
The best way to really get to grips with a city is to take a walking tour with a knowledgeable…
Guided sailing trip from Stockholm (full day)
There’s no better way to see the islands of Stockholm’s beautiful archipelago than on this guided, full-day sailing trip.
Alternative Tour in Copenhagen
Learn how hippies took over a military base and how a historic working class district transformed into a hip neighborhood of entrepreneurs and artists.
Copenhagen Inner City Day Trip
See important sites of Copenhagen with a local guide. Visit royal palaces and the seat of the Danish Parliament and sail for 1 hour on a harbor cruise.
Sculpture Park Walk in Oslo
Visit the sculpture park of Gustav Vigeland and drive to the the famous skiing arena of Holmenkollen, and appreciate the views of the city from above.
Northern lights photo adventure in Abisko
Capture the magical northern lights on this one-of-a-kind photography tour in the Abisko National Park in Swedish Lapland. Cameras included!
Guided Full-Day Tour to Nærøyfjord & Flåmsbanen from Bergen
Experience the Nærøyfjord, one of the narrowest fjords in the world and travel by road, rail, and water while admiring the panoramic views.
Husky tour to see the northern lights
This sledding tour will take you into the wonderful snow-covered surroundings of Oinakka, in the wilds of Swedish Lapland.
Itineraries
70 cheap and free things to do in Copenhagen
byCopenhagen is one of those cities that will make your wallet sigh. Prices are high compared with most other European…
Trip report: a budget road trip through Scandinavia
byWith 10 days and a budget of less than £800 (around US $950), how much of Scandinavia is it really…
110 cheap and free things to do in Stockholm
byThe Swedish capital is famously expensive but we’ve still managed to create this epic guide showing 110 cheap and free things to…
Day trips from Stockholm
byThere are enough centrally located sights and activities in Stockholm to keep you occupied for a week or more. Sometimes,…
Seeing the Icehotel on a budget
byVisiting the Icehotel in Jukkasjärvi is one of the absolute highlights of a trip to Swedish Lapland. For many people…
One day in Copenhagen: the ultimate guide
byIt’s not possible to see everything that Copenhagen has to offer in a single day. But if that’s all the…
Day trips from Gothenburg
byGothenburg has enough fun activities to keep you busy for a week or more. Travel a few kilometres from the…
Interrailing around Sweden
byForget bumpy bus rides and overpriced domestic flights: if you want to see Sweden comfortably, cheaply and with a can…
Day trips from Copenhagen
byThere’s so much fun stuff to do within Copenhagen’s city limits but sometimes it’s nice to escape the central areas for a while…
Discount passes
Stockholm Go City Pass: is it worth buying?
If you’re planning a trip to Stockholm, you might have already seen adverts for the Stockholm Pass – also known as…
Exploring the fjords near Bergen with a Fjordcard
If you’re planning a trip to Norway and have researched a trip to the Western Fjords, you’ve probably come across…
Is the Copenhagen Card worth buying?
Start planning a trip to the Danish capital and you’ll soon hear about the Copenhagen Card. It’s a kind of…
The Bergen Card: is it worth buying?
If you’re planning a trip to Bergen, you may well have heard about the Bergen Card, which gives free entry…
