Scandinavia Culinary Journey

Arrival to Stockholm and private transfer to the hotel with an English-speaking driver.

After breakfast, join your English-speaking guide for a Nordic food walkthrough Stockholm! Starting off in the Östermalm area, popularised by the rich and the famous, you will be introduced to the culinary traditions of Swedish food. Richly flavored cheeses, game meats, and beer crowned “The Gold of the North” are all on the menu as you dive into a world of Swedish delights at the high-end Östermalms Market Hall. You will also learn about the crown jewel of the proud Nordic kitchen: the meatball! Enjoy a traditional Swedish lunch before moving on to stroll through the beautiful King’s Garden and Södermalm, voted Vogue’s “third coolest district in the world”. Finish your tour in Stockholm’s Old Town, an area that dates back to the 13th century and consists of medieval alleyways and architecture. Enjoy some traditional candy and sweets before spending the rest of the afternoon at your leisure. Please note that while vegetarian options can be arranged, we cannot arrange a 100% vegan menu due to the variety of the tastings. (B,L)

After breakfast, enjoy the day at your leisure! “Cool” and “Stockholm” go hand-in-hand, and there is no shortage of waterside scenery, storybook historic sites and museums, stylish local shopping, or chic coffee shops, cafes, and restaurants. It’s easy to explore the archipelago on foot or by public transport. We recommend a visit to Vasamuseet, a museum containing the massive warship Vasa ; Skansen, a concentrated replica of Sweden’s villages and culture and the world’s first open-air museum; the sprawling Ekoparken, the world’s first national urban park; and Junibacken, an amusement park that recreates the whimsical scenes of Astrid Lindgren’s children's stories. (B)

After breakfast, private transfer to the railroad station with an English-speaking driver to catch your high-speed train to Copenhagen. Upon arrival, private transfer to your hotel with your English-speaking driver. (B) 

After breakfast, embark on a culinary experience tour of Copenhagen! Start at Torvehallerne, the new covered market halls, to sample artisan cheese developed in collaboration with the city’s Michelin-starred chefs. Sample licorice, caramels, and preserves before moving on to explore the city. Wander through the Copenhagen Botanical Gardens as your guide teaches you about produce and local specialties. You will continue on, passing several of the city’s greatest landmarks, as you discuss Copenhagen’s food-focused history. Try open-faced sandwiches called smørrebrød, visit a microbrewery and sample three different types of home-brewed beer, and enjoy Copenhagen’s most classic street food: the hot dog! Finish your tour at Torvehallerne, where you will have a chance to further explore on your own and do some shopping. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your leisure. Please note that tastings during the tour may vary depending on season and supply. (B)

After breakfast, private transfer from the hotel to the airport with an English-speaking driver (flight not included). Upon arrival in Oslo airport, you will be met by your English speaking driver and transferred to your hotel. (B)

After breakfast, meet your English-speaking guide for a culinary walk through Oslo to explore the city’s culinary haunts and hotspots! The city’s cuisine has a strong maritime theme and is now a foodie hot spot thanks to what’s known as New Nordic cuisine — food that revolves around nature, purity, freshness, and simplicity. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the city with your guide, who will show you those hidden corners of Oslo that you might have a hard time finding otherwise. You will taste typical Norwegian desserts as you explore some of the city's lesser-known areas on the way to Mathallen, a covered market stuffed with food stands to sell Norwegian and international produce. Sample delicious dishes as you browse the stalls, including rich local cheese made by small-scale producers. Be sure to pause at the raw food specialist Bondens Butikk to try Norwegian cured meat. Take the rest of the afternoon to explore at your leisure. (B)

After breakfast, private transfer to the airport with an English-speaking driver for your outbound flight.