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Scandinav2019 TRAVEL BROCHURE i a TOURS YOUR SCANDINAVIAN SPECIALIST SINCE 1956

Brekke Tours is pleased to present our 2019 escorted tours and independent travel options featuring activities and destinations in Scandinavia and beyond! In addition to breathtaking sites of natural beauty, you will have the opportunity to learn about the people and their customs, as well as the cultural and historical aspects of Scandinavia.

From tracing the steps of your ancestors to guiding your own dog-sled team under the magical northern lights, the staff of Brekke Tours is here to help make your travel dreams a reality. We hope to share our love of travel and introduce you, your family and friends to our own favorite corner of the world, Scandinavia!

Why travel with Brekke Tours? Let our clients tell you why...

“This was the trip of a lifetime for my 89 year old father, my sister, brother, and I. We learned so much about the beautiful country of our ancestors, its culture, as well as the kindness and humor of the native Norwegians. We had a small tour and we all became like one big family. I can’t wait to go back to with Brekke Tours!” ~ J.B., Newton, IA

“This was an enriching experience which highlighted the natural beauty, the history, and the charm of Norway. Our comfort and interests were carefully considered in structuring the itinerary. I was surprised that group travel could be a joy.” ~ J.N., Park Falls, WI

“I have lived in Norway and still saw many new places and learned so much of my family’s country from our exceptional guide. I am most impressed with my experience and would not hesitate to take another trip with Brekke.” ~ R.H., Bakersfield, CA

“This was a trip of a lifetime for us. The Brekke staff was so helpful planning our pre- and post-trips. Guide was fantastic!” ~ H.L. and P.Z., Hager City, WI

For additional testimonials, please visit our website.

Brekke Tours & Travel /brekketours 802 N. 43rd Street Grand Forks, ND 58203 /brekketours Toll-Free: 1-800-437-5302 /brekketours [email protected] www.BrekkeTours.com /brekketours

2 1-800-437-5302 | WWW.BREKKETOURS.COM Brochure photography courtesy of: Shutterstock.com; Jean Marthaler; ragnarhartvig.no/Flåm AS; Espen Mills/Innovation Norway TABLE OF CONTENTS

NORWAY ESCORTED TOURS

4 Land of the Midnight Sun 5 Spectacular Norway 6 Best of Norway 7 Majestic 8 Norway: Scenic & Historic 9 Norway’s Family Adventure 10 Delightful Norway 11 // Heritage Tour 12 Splendor of Norway

SCANDINAVIA ESCORTED TOURS

13 Taste of Norway & Sweden 14 Captivating Scandinavia 16 Complete 17 Grand Tour of Iceland

PRE- and POST-TOUR EXTENSIONS

18 Iceland and Denmark 19 Sweden, , Russia & Faroe Islands

SCANDINAVIAN CRUISE OPTIONS

20 Norwegian Coastal Voyage 21 Scandinavia & Russia Cruise

INDEPENDENT TRAVEL OPTIONS

22 Independent Tours in Norway 23 Independent Tours in Scandinavia and Iceland

Arne Brekke 1927-2018 BOOK YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE TODAY!

The staff of Brekke Tours & Travel is honored to continue Arne Brekke's legacy of connecting Scandinavian- Online Email Phone Americans with their roots.

Brochure photography courtesy of: Shutterstock.com; Jean Marthaler; ragnarhartvig.no/Flåm AS; Espen Mills/Innovation Norway WWW.BREKKETOURS.COM | 1-800-437-5302 3 LAND OF THE MIDNIGHT SUN June 7 - 19

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Trondheim, , Saltstraumen, Kjerringøy, Bodø, the Islands, and Tromsø

Travel north of the Arctic Circle, city sightseeing in and Tromsø, Arctic Circle Center, Kjerringøy Trading Post, full day exploring the breathtaking Lofoten Islands, cable car excursion in Narvik, Polar Park (the world’s northernmost wildlife park)

Blood Road Museum, portraying the plight of prisoners of ITINERARY | 13 DAYS wars under the German regime from 1942-45. Proceed to ITINERARY INCLUDES Saltstraumen, site of the strongest maelstrom in the world. Dinner and overnight at Saltstraumen Hotel. • Roundtrip airfare from Mpls / St. Paul and from Bodø Tromsø to , including taxes, fees & fuel surcharge DAY 7 THURSDAY, JUNE 13 [B,L,D] • 11 nights accommodations, double occupancy, Leknes Narvik Saltstraumen―Kjerringøy―Bodø: Morning drive to with private facilities Kjerringøy, a gem on the coast. Visit the historical • Daily breakfast [B], 3 lunches [L] and 10 dinners [D] Å Bodø Kjerringøy Trading Post, which enjoyed its golden age in Arctic Saltstraumen the 1800's. Following lunch, proceed to Bodø for dinner • 1st-class touring coach, train & ferries per itinerary Circle and overnight at Scandic Havet Hotel. • City sightseeing in Trondheim and Tromsø Sandnessjøen DAY 8 FRIDAY, JUNE 14 [B,L,D] • Cable car excursion in Narvik NORWAY Namsos Bodø―Leknes: Depart Bodø for flight to Leknes on the • Entrance fees to all sites including: Nidaros spectacular Lofoten Islands. Arrive in Leknes and drive to Cathedral, Stiklestad, Norwegian Aquacenter, Trondheim the fishing village of Å at the southernmost point of Lofoten. Arctic Circle Center, Museum, Lunch. Visit the Stockfish Museum, which provides an Kjerringøy Trading Post, Stockfish Museum, DAY 1 FRIDAY, JUNE 7 insight into the production of Norway’s oldest export Viking Museum, Galleri Lofotens Hus, Lofoten Mpls/St. Paul―Trondheim: Depart on your transatlantic commodity, stockfish. Proceed north past Reine, once Aquarium, WWII Museum, Boat Museum, Polar flight. To request alternate dates or for estimated airfare selected as the most beautiful village in Norway. Continue Park, Arctic Cathedral and Polar Museum supplements from other US cities, please note on application. to Leknes for dinner and overnight at Scandic Leknes. • Luggage handling at hotels for 1 suitcase DAY 2 SATURDAY, JUNE 8 [D] DAY 9 SATURDAY, JUNE 15 [B,L,D] (subject to availability) Trondheim: Arrive at Værnes Airport Trondheim. Transfer Excursion in Lofoten: Sightseeing in the Lofoten Islands • Tour Director for Days 2 - 13 to hotel. Balance of day free to adjust to time change. includes the Viking Museum at Borg including lunch; the Welcome dinner and overnight at Scandic Nidelven. Galleri Lofotens Hus in Henningsvær with an exhibition of TOUR PRICING classical painters from ; and the Lofoten DAY 3 SUNDAY, JUNE 9 [B] Aquarium in Kabelvåg. Dinner and overnight at hotel. Trondheim: Morning sightseeing tour features the Nidaros Price with air/taxes/fuel from...... $5995 Cathedral, one of Scandinavia's most splendid cathedrals. DAY 10 SUNDAY, JUNE 16 [B,D] Price includes airfare from Mpls/St. Paul plus taxes/ Afternoon free. Dinner on own. Overnight at hotel. Leknes―Narvik: Drive to Narvik, established as an ice- fees and fuel surcharge. Unless paid in full, fuel free port for the iron ore mines in , Sweden. A visit and all taxes are subject to change and will be re- DAY 4 MONDAY, JUNE 10 [B,D] to the WWII Museum provides information about that time assessed in your statement prior to final payment. Trondheim―Stiklestad―Namsos: Drive to Stiklestad, period in history. A late afternoon excursion by cable car Inquire about airfare from your home city. site of the battle of 1030 which led to the death of King takes us up to 2200 feet for an awesome view of the area. Olav Haraldson (later St. Olav) and the acceptance of Dinner and overnight at Scandic Narvik Hotel. Land Only from...... $4995 . Proceed to Namsos, an important Services begin in Trondheim and end in Tromsø. DAY 11 MONDAY, JUNE 17 [B,D] trade center. Dinner and overnight at Scandic Rock City. Domestic flight from Bodø to Leknes is included. Narvik―Tromsø: Depart for Gratangen. Tour the DAY 5 TUESDAY, JUNE 11 [B,D] North Norway Boat Museum. Visit the Polar Park, the Single Room Supplement...... $850 Namsos―Sandnessjøen: Enjoy the coastal scenery of northernmost wildlife park in the world. Proceed to Tromsø, as we drive north. Norway is one of the world’s the capital city of Arctic Norway. Dinner and overnight at largest exporters of fish and seafood, an industry employing Clarion Hotel the Edge. EXTEND YOUR STAY approximately 21,000. Visit the Norwegian Aquacenter and learn about aquaculture. Continue to Sandnessjøen. DAY 12 TUESDAY, JUNE 18 [B,D] Add an extra night in Trondheim or Tromsø, Dinner and overnight in at Scandic Syv Søstre. Tromsø: Sightseeing tour of Tromsø includes a visit to the a 3-day Iceland Stopover, a visit to the Faroe Arctic Cathedral and Polar Museum. Balance of day free. Islands or continue north from Tromsø to DAY 6 WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12 [B,D] Farewell dinner and overnight at hotel. on the Norwegian Coastal Voyage. Sandnessjøen―Saltstraumen: Drive to the Arctic Circle, which marks the boundary of the midnight sun of the Arctic DAY 13 WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19 [B] See pages 18-19 for details or visit our website summer and the sunless winters of the north. The Arctic Tromsø―Depart: Tour ends following breakfast. Transfer for additional pre- & post-tour options. Circle Center provides a visual presentation of the flora, to Tromsø Airport for return flight. Longer stays may be www brekketours com fauna and countryside north of the Arctic Circle. Visit the requested upon registration for a minimum charge of $150. . .

4 1-800-437-5302 | WWW.BREKKETOURS.COM SPECTACULAR NORWAY Tour A: June 18 - 27 | Tour B: July 25 - August 3

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Oslo, Voss, , Flåm, Loen, , and Trondheim

Trollstigen, the Atlantic Ocean Road, city sightseeing in , Bergen and Trondheim, Nature Center, the Flåm Railway, cruise, Glacier Museum, Ergan Kystfort,

DAY 6 JUNE 23 / JULY 30 [B,D] ITINERARY INCLUDES ITINERARY | 10 DAYS Voss―Flåm―Loen: Board the Oslo/Bergen Railway. At ITINERARY INCLUDES Myrdal, transfer to the famous Flåm Railway, ranked as one of the top 20 train rides in the world. Within 13 miles, descend • Roundtrip airfare from Mpls / St. Paul, including 2800 feet to Flåm. Drive through the world's 2nd longest taxes, fees & fuel surcharge tunnel from to Lærdal. Ferry across the mighty • 8 nights accommodations, double occupancy, with Molde . Continue to Fjærland. Visit the Glacier Museum Trondheim private facilities in Fjærland, followed by a photo stop at Bøyum Glacier. Loen Geiranger Proceed to Skei. Opportunity to purchase quality crafts • Daily breakfast [B], 1 lunch [L] and 7 dinners [D] and woven products at Audhild ’s Weaving Workshop. • 1st-class touring coach, train & ferries per itinerary Drive to Loen. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Alexandra. Flåm Voss • City sightseeing in Oslo, Bergen and Trondheim Bergen DAY 7 JUNE 24 / JULY 31 [B,D] • Entrance fees to all sites including: Viking Loen―Geiranger―Molde: Cruise the renowned NORWAY Ship Museum, Norwegian Folk Museum, Oslo Geirangerfjord from to Geiranger. Travel the Hardangerfjord Nature Center, Troldhaugen, “Golden Route.” Ascend the Eagle Road and continue to Glacier Museum, Ergan Kystfort and Nidaros DAY 1 JUNE 18 / JULY 25 the famous Troll’s Path with its steep and narrow hairpin Cathedral Mpls/St. Paul―Oslo: Depart on your transatlantic flight. To bends. Proceed to Molde, the “City of Roses.” Dinner and request alternate dates or for estimated airfare supplements overnight at the stunning Scandic Seilet Hotel. • Luggage handling at hotels for 1 suitcase from other US cities, please note on application. (subject to availability) DAY 8 JUNE 25 / AUGUST 1 [B,L,D] • Tour Director for Days 2 - 10 DAY 2 JUNE 19 / JULY 26 [D] Molde―Trondheim: Drive the Atlantic Ocean Road with Oslo: Arrive at Gardermoen Airport Oslo. Transfer to hotel. the vast ocean on one side and snow-clad mountain peaks Balance of day free to relax and adjust to time change. on the other. Travel to the fishing village of Bud. Tour TOUR PRICING Welcome dinner and overnight at the Grand Hotel. Ergan Kystfort, a defensive bunker built by the Germans TOUR PRICING during the occupation of Norway during World War II. DAY 3 JUNE 20 / JULY 27 [B] Salmon lunch at a local restaurant. Continue to Trondheim. Price with air/taxes/fuel from...... $4395 Oslo: Morning sightseeing tour of Oslo includes a visit Dinner and overnight at Scandic Nidelven Hotel/Radisson Price includes airfare from Mpls/St. Paul plus taxes/ to Vigeland Sculpture Park, the Viking Ship Museum and BLU Royal Garden Hotel. fees and fuel surcharge. Unless paid in full, fuel the Norwegian Folk Museum featuring Gol . and all taxes are subject to change and will be re- Afternoon and evening free for shopping and independent DAY 9 JUNE 26 / AUGUST 2 [B,D] assessed in your statement prior to final payment. explorations. Dinner on own. Overnight at hotel. Trondheim: Morning sightseeing tour of Trondheim Inquire about airfare from your home city. includes a visit to the Nidaros Cathedral, one of the most DAY 4 JUNE 21 / JULY 28 [B,D] splendid cathedrals in Scandinavia. Afternoon free. Land Only from...... $3395 Oslo――Voss: Drive through the Farewell dinner and overnight at hotel. Services begin in Oslo and end in Trondheim . Cross the , the largest high mountain plateau in Northern Europe, to . In DAY 10 JUNE 27 / AUGUST 3 [B] Single Room Supplement...... $695 Eidfjord, visit the Hardangerfjord Nature Center reflecting Trondheim―Depart: Tour ends following breakfast. Norway’s love and respect for nature. Continue to Voss. Transfer to Trondheim Værnes Airport for return flight. Dinner and overnight at the historic Fleischer’s Hotel. Longer stays may be requested upon registration for a EXTEND YOUR STAY minimum charge of $150. DAY 5 JUNE 22 / JULY 29 [B,D] Add an extra night in Oslo or Trondheim, Bergen Excursion: Travel to Norway’s second largest city, a 3-day Iceland Stopover, a visit to the Faroe Bergen. City sightseeing tour includes Troldhaugen, home Islands or sail north from Trondheim to Kirkenes on of Norway’s renowned musician, the late Edvard Grieg. the Norwegian Coastal Voyage. Tour concludes with a guided walk through the historic Hanseatic Wharf. Time on own to stroll through the colorful See pages 18-19 for details or visit our website Fish Market or take other independent explorations. Return for additional pre- & post-tour options. to Voss for dinner and overnight at hotel. www.brekketours.com

WWW.BREKKETOURS.COM | 1-800-437-5302 5 BEST OF NORWAY Tour A: June 27 - July 7 | Tour B: July 15 - 25 | Tour C: July 31 - August 10

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Oslo, , Geiranger, Loen, Flåm, Voss, Bergen, Avaldnes and

City sightseeing in Oslo, Bergen and Stavanger, lunch at a family farm, excursion to Briksdal Glacier by Troll Cart, the Flåm Railway, Aurlandfjord and Nærøyfjord cruise, Nordvegen History Centre in Avaldnes (home to the first kings of Norway)

DAY 6 JULY 2 / JULY 20 / AUGUST 5 [B,D] ITINERARY | 11 DAYS Loen―Flåm: Morning excursion to the sparkling Briksdal ITINERARY INCLUDES Glacier. Travel to Skei. Opportunity to purchase quality crafts and woven products at Audhild Viken’s Weaving • Roundtrip airfare from Mpls / St. Paul, including Workshop. Drive to and continue to Hella. Ferry taxes, fees & fuel surcharge Geiranger across the mighty Sognefjord to . Proceed over Loen • 9 nights accommodations, double occupancy, with the Mountains. Dinner and overnight at Fretheim Hotel. private facilities • Daily breakfast [B], 1 lunch [L] and 6 dinners [D] Voss Flåm Lillehammer DAY 7 JULY 3 / JULY 21 / AUGUST 6 [B,D] Flåm―Norway in a Nutshell Excursion―Bergen: • 1st-class touring coach, train & ferries per itinerary Bergen Morning cruise on the dramatic Aurlandfjord and Nærøyfjord • City sightseeing in Oslo, Bergen and Stavanger NORWAY Oslo (placed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 2005) from Flåm to . Return to Flåm by bus. Board the • Excursion to Briksdal Glacier Flåm Railway, deemed by some as the most fantastic train Stavanger ride in Europe. Ascend the Flåm Valley, climbing 2800 • Entrance fees to all sites including: Viking Ship feet within 13 miles to Myrdal. Switch to the Oslo/Bergen Museum, Norwegian Folk Museum, Fossheim Steinsenter, Troldhaugen and Nordvegen History DAY 1 JUNE 27 / JULY 15 / JULY 31 Railway and continue to Voss. Meet the motorcoach and Centre Mpls/St. Paul―Oslo: Depart on your transatlantic flight. To drive to Bergen, Norway’s second largest city. Dinner. request alternate dates or for estimated airfare supplements Overnight at the Clarion Admiral Hotel. • Luggage handling at hotels for 1 suitcase from other US cities, please note on application. (subject to availability) DAY 8 JULY 4 / JULY 22 / AUGUST 7 [B] DAY 2 JUNE 28 / JULY 16 / AUGUST 1 [D] Bergen: Morning sightseeing tour of Bergen includes a • Tour Director for Days 2 - 11 Oslo: Arrive at Gardermoen Airport Oslo. Transfer to hotel. visit to Troldhaugen, the home of Norway’s internationally- Balance of day free to relax and adjust to time change. known composer, the late Edvard Grieg. Tour concludes Welcome dinner and overnight at the Grand Hotel. with a guided walk through the historic Hanseatic Wharf. TOUR PRICING Balance of afternoon and evening free. Dinner on own. DAY 3 JUNE 29 / JULY 17 / AUGUST 2 [B] Overnight at the Clarion Admiral Hotel. Price with air/taxes/fuel from...... $4595 Oslo: Morning sightseeing tour of Oslo includes a visit to Price includes airfare from Mpls/St. Paul plus taxes/ Vigeland Sculpture Park, the Viking Ship Museum and the DAY 9 JULY 5 / JULY 23 / AUGUST 8 [B] fees and fuel surcharge. Unless paid in full, fuel Norwegian Folk Museum featuring the Gol Stave Church. Bergen―Stavanger: Travel the coastal route to Stavanger and all taxes are subject to change and will be re- Balance of day free. Dinner on own. Overnight at hotel. via . Ferry from Halhjem to Sandvikvåg. Visit the assessed in your statement prior to final payment. Nordvegen History Centre in Avaldnes, home to the first Inquire about airfare from your home city. DAY 4 JUNE 30 / JULY 18 / AUGUST 3 [B,L,D] kings of Norway and the legendary figures who appear so Oslo―Lillehammer: Depart Oslo for Lillehammer via often in sagas and songs. Drive the underwater tunnels . Opportunity to purchase Norwegian glass/crystal Land Only from...... $3695 from Rennesøy to Randaberg. Continue to Stavanger. Services begin in Oslo and end in Stavanger at reduced prices at Glassworks. Proceed to a Dinner on own. Overnight at the Clarion Stavanger. local farm where we meet a Norwegian family and savor a Single Room Supplement...... $695 traditional Norwegian “middag.” Continue to Lillehammer. DAY 10 JULY 6 / JULY 24 / AUGUST 9 [B,D] View the sites of the 1994 Winter Olympics. Dinner and Stavanger: Sightseeing tour of Stavanger. This modern overnight at Scandic Lillehammer Hotel. Norwegian city, a hub of the North Sea oil exploration and EXTEND YOUR STAY DAY 5 JULY 1 / JULY 19 / AUGUST 4 [B,D] development operations, is a charming mixture of old and new, retaining much of its 18th century charm. Afternoon Lillehammer―Geiranger―Loen: Travel through the Add an extra night in Oslo or Stavanger, a 3-day free. Farewell dinner and overnight at hotel. Gudbrandsdal and Otta Valleys to Lom. Visit the Fossheim Iceland Stopover, or explore the capital cities of Steinsenter in Lom for a chance to explore the Stone or Stockholm before joining the tour DAY 11 JULY 7 / JULY 25 / AUGUST 10 [B] Museum and shop in the jewelry gallery. Continue across in Oslo. the Grotli Mountains to the fabulous country. Weather Stavanger―Depart: Tour ends following breakfast. See pages 18-19 for details or visit our website permitting, drive to Dalsnibba Observation Point for a Transfer to Sola Airport Stavanger for return flight. Longer for additional pre- & post-tour options. spectacular view of the Geirangerfjord, a UNESCO World stays may be requested upon registration for a minimum charge of $150. Heritage Site since 2005. Continue to Loen for dinner and www.brekketours.com overnight at the Alexandra Hotel.

6 1-800-437-5302 | WWW.BREKKETOURS.COM MAJESTIC SOUTHERN NORWAY July 8 - 18

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Oslo, Rjukan, , Stavanger, Lofthus, Flåm, Voss and Bergen

Heddal Stave Church, 2 nights at the Hotel, 2 nights in fjord-view rooms at the Solstrand Hotel in Os, Norwegian Industrial Museum, visit a artist, drive across the , city sightseeing in Oslo, Stavanger & Bergen

DAY 6 SATURDAY, JULY 13 [B,D] ITINERARY INCLUDES ITINERARY | 11 DAYS Kristiansand―Stavanger: Drive the North Sea Scenic ITINERARY INCLUDES Highway, the link between Southern and . En route to Stavanger, we pass through Jæren, • Roundtrip airfare from Mpls / St. Paul, including one of Norway’s leading agricultural districts. Proceed taxes, fees & fuel surcharge NORWAY to Stavanger, the hub of North Sea oil exploration and development operations. Dinner and overnight at Clarion • 9 nights accommodations, double occupancy, with Voss Flåm Hotel Stavanger. private facilities

Bergen Lofthus • Daily breakfast [B], 1 lunch [L] and 8 dinners [D] Rjukan DAY 7 SUNDAY, JULY 14 [B,L,D] Oslo Stavanger―Lofthus: Morning sightseeing tour of • 1st-class touring coach, train & ferries per itinerary Stavanger. This modern Norwegian city is a charming mixture of old and new, retaining much of its 18th century • City sightseeing in Oslo, Stavanger and Bergen Stavanger charm. Drive the underwater tunnels from Randaberg to Kristiansand Rennesøy. Ferry from Mortavika to Arsvågen. Visit a local • Entrance fees to all sites including: Viking Ship rosemaling artist. Light lunch before continuing to Lofthus, Museum, , Norwegian DAY 1 MONDAY, JULY 8 located in the heart of Norway’s cherry, apple and pear Industrial Museum and Troldhaugen Mpls/St. Paul―Oslo: Depart on your transatlantic flight. To orchards. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Ullensvang along request alternate dates or for estimated airfare supplements the Sørfjord. • Luggage handling at hotels for 1 suitcase from other US cities, please note on application. (subject to availability) DAY 8 MONDAY, JULY 15 [B,D] • Tour Director for Days 2 - 11 DAY 2 TUESDAY, JULY 9 [D] Lofthus: Day free to enjoy the many amenities of the Oslo: Arrive at Gardermoen Airport Oslo. Transfer to hotel. Ullensvang Hotel. Relax along the fjord at the hotel's Balance of day free to relax and adjust to time change. beach, play a game of tennis, take a paddle boat out into TOUR PRICING Welcome dinner and overnight at the classic Grand Hotel. the fjord and more. Dinner and overnight at hotel. TOUR PRICING

DAY 3 WEDNESDAY, JULY 10 [B] DAY 9 TUESDAY, JULY 16 [B,D] Price with air/taxes/fuel from...... $4995 Oslo: Morning sightseeing tour of Norway’s capital city Lofthus―Norway in a Nutshell―Os/Bergen: Drive Price includes airfare from Mpls/St. Paul plus taxes/ includes a visit to Vigeland Sculpture Park and the Viking across the Hardanger Bridge, which is 328 feet longer than fees and fuel surcharge. Unless paid in full, fuel Ship Museum. Balance of day free to explore this vibrant the Golden Gate Bridge en route to Voss. Continue by train and all taxes are subject to change and will be re- city. Dinner on own. Overnight at hotel. to Myrdal and change to the Flåm Line. Descend the Flåm assessed in your statement prior to final payment. Valley, dropping 2800 feet within 13 miles to the idyllic fjord Inquire about airfare from your home city. DAY 4 THURSDAY, JULY 11 [B,D] community of Flåm. Cruise the dramatic Aurlandfjord and Oslo―Rjukan: Depart for , an area rich in Nærøyfjord from Flåm to Gudvangen. Proceed to Os, south Land Only from...... $4095 cultural traditions and home to many famous writers and of Bergen. Dinner and overnight at the lovely Solstrand Services begin in Oslo and end in Bergen artists. Tour Heddal Stave Church, Norway’s largest stave Hotel & Bad along the beautiful Bjørnefjord. church from the 12th century. Proceed to Rjukan. Visit Single Room Supplement...... $895 the Industrial Museum and Vemork Power Station, where DAY 10 WEDNESDAY, JULY 17 [B,D] the Nazis produced “Heavy Water” for their atomic bomb Bergen Excursion: Sightseeing tour of Bergen includes a experiments during the war. Dinner and overnight at visit to Troldhaugen, home of Norway’s renowned musician, EXTEND YOUR STAY Gaustablikk Hotel. the late Edvard Grieg. Tour concludes with a guided walk through the historic Hanseatic Wharf. Balance of afternoon Add an extra night in Oslo or Bergen, a stopover in free. Return to Os for farewell dinner and overnight. DAY 5 FRIDAY, JULY 12 [B,D] the Faroe Islands and Iceland, a train ride through Rjukan―Kristiansand: Proceed to Kristiansand, “the the Swedish countryside from Stockholm, or cruise DAY 11 THURSDAY, JULY 18 [B] capital of Southern Norway,” a small maritime city nestled from Copenhagen to Oslo. along the Norwegian coastline. Dinner and overnight at Os/Bergen―Depart: Tour ends following breakfast. Thon Hotel Kristiansand. Transfer to airport for return flight. Longer stays may be See pages 18-19 for details or visit our website requested upon registration for a minimum charge of $150. for additional pre- & post-tour options. www.brekketours.com

WWW.BREKKETOURS.COM | 1-800-437-5302 7 NORWAY: SCENIC & HISTORIC July 18 - 31

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Oslo, Lillehammer, Røros, Trondheim, Molde, Geiranger, Flåm and Bergen

City sightseeing in Oslo, Røros, Trondheim and Bergen, 1994 Winter Olympic sites, Glass Cathedral, farm lunch, Nidaros Cathedral, Stiklestad, the Atlantic Ocean Road, Ergan Kystfort, Trollstigen, Briksdal Glacier, Aurlandfjord cruise, Flåm Railway

DAY 7 WEDNESDAY, JULY 24 [B,D] ITINERARY | 14 DAYS ―Stiklestad―Trondheim: Depart for Stiklestad, ITINERARY INCLUDES site of the famous battle of 1030 which led to the death of St. Olav and the acceptance of Christianity in Norway. • Roundtrip airfare from Mpls / St. Paul, including Trondheim Drive to Trondheim for dinner and overnight at the Scandic taxes, fees & fuel surcharge Molde Nidelven Hotel. • 12 nights accommodations, double occupancy, Røros with private facilities Loen DAY 8 THURSDAY, JULY 25 [B] Geiranger Trondheim: Sightseeing tour of Trondheim includes a • Daily breakfast [B], 2 lunches [L] and 8 dinners [D] visit to the Nidaros Cathedral, one of the most splendid • 1st-class touring coach, train & ferries per itinerary Flåm Lillehammer cathedrals in Scandinavia. Afternoon free to enjoy the St. • City sightseeing in Oslo, Røros, Trondheim and Voss Bergen Olav Festival. Overnight at hotel. Bergen NORWAY DAY 9 FRIDAY, JULY 26 [B,L,D] • Excursion to Briksdal Glacier Oslo Trondheim―Molde: Drive the Atlantic Ocean Road with • Entrance fees to all sites including: Viking Ship the vast and boundless ocean on one side and majestic Museum, Manor House, Glass snow-clad mountain peaks on the other. Visit the fishing Cathedral, Church, Granby Gård, DAY 1 THURSDAY, JULY 18 village of Bud and tour Ergan Kystfort, a defensive bunker Stiklestad, Nidaros Cathedral, Ergan Kystfort, and Mpls/St. Paul―Oslo: Depart on your transatlantic flight. To built by the Germans during the occupation of Norway Troldhaugen request alternate dates or for estimated airfare supplements during World War II. Lunch. Continue to Molde, the “City • Luggage handling at hotels for 1 suitcase from other US cities, please note on application. of Roses.” Dinner and overnight at Scandic Seilet Hotel. (subject to availability) DAY 2 FRIDAY, JULY 19 [D] DAY 10 SATURDAY, JULY 27 [B,D] • Tour Director for Days 2 - 14 Oslo: Arrive at Gardermoen Airport Oslo. Transfer to hotel. Molde―Geiranger―Loen: Drive to Åndalsnes. Travel Balance of day free to relax and adjust to time change. the “Golden Route” climbing the Troll’s Path with its steep Welcome dinner and overnight at the classic Grand Hotel. and narrow hairpin bends, and descending the Eagle Road TOUR PRICING to the village of Geiranger. Cross the Mountains en DAY 3 SATURDAY, JULY 20 [B] route to Loen. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Alexandra. Price with air/taxes/fuel from...... $5595 Oslo: Sightseeing tour of Oslo includes a visit to Vigeland Price includes airfare from Mpls/St. Paul plus taxes/ Sculpture Park and the Viking Ship Museum. Afternoon DAY 11 SUNDAY, JULY 28 [B,D] fees and fuel surcharge. Unless paid in full, fuel and evening free. Dinner on own. Overnight at hotel. Loen―Balestrand: Excursion to Briksdal Glacier. and all taxes are subject to change and will be re- Opportunity to purchase quality crafts and woven products assessed in your statement prior to final payment. DAY 4 SUNDAY, JULY 21 [B] at Audhild Viken’s Weaving Workshop in Skei. Continue to Inquire about airfare from your home city. Oslo―Eidsvoll―Hamar―Lillehammer: Drive to Eidsvoll, Balestrand for dinner and overnight at Kvikne's Hotel. site of the signing of the Norwegian Constitution in 1814. Land Only from...... $4695 DAY 12 MONDAY, JULY 29 [B] Continue to Hamar and tour the unique Glass Cathedral. Services begin in Oslo and end in Bergen Balestrand―Flåm―Bergen: Cruise the dramatic Proceed to Lillehammer for overnight at the Scandic Aurlandfjord from Balestrand to Flåm. Board the Flåm Lillehammer Hotel. Single Room Supplement...... $895 Railway. Within 13 miles ascend 2800 feet to Myrdal. Change to the Oslo/ and continue by train to DAY 5 MONDAY, JULY 22 [B,L,D] Voss. Proceed to Bergen. Dinner on own. Overnight at Lillehammer―Røros: View the site of the 1994 Winter the Clarion Admiral Hotel. EXTEND YOUR STAY Olympics. Visit Ringebu Church. Enjoy lunch at a farm in the Gudbrandsdal Valley. Proceed to Røros. Dinner and DAY 13 TUESDAY, JULY 30 [B,D] Add an extra night in Oslo or Bergen, overnight at Røros Hotel. Bergen: Morning sightseeing includes Troldhaugen, home a 3-day Iceland Stopover, a visit to the Faroe of Norway’s renowned musician, the late Edvard Grieg. Islands or begin your Scandinavian adventure in DAY 6 TUESDAY, JULY 23 [B,D] Balance of day free. Dinner and overnight at hotel. Denmark, Sweden or Finland. Røros―Selbu: Sightseeing tour of Røros, an old wooden mining town founded in 1644, listed on UNESCO’s World DAY 14 WEDNESDAY, JULY 31 [B] See pages 18-19 for details or visit our website Heritage list for its well-preserved buildings. Visit Granby Bergen―Depart: Tour ends following breakfast. Transfer for additional pre- & post-tour options. Gård. Learn about emigration from Norway to America. to airport for return flight. Longer stays may be requested www.brekketours.com Dinner and overnight at the Selbusjøen Hotel & Gjestegård. upon registration for a minimum charge of $150.

8 1-800-437-5302 | WWW.BREKKETOURS.COM NORWAY'S FAMILY ADVENTURE July 19 - 29

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Oslo, Lillehammer, Øyer, Gol, , Flåm, Voss and Bergen

Introduce your children and grandchildren to their Norwegian roots, spend a full day at Hunderfossen Family Park, cruise the Aurlandfjord to Undredal to learn about farming in the mountains while meeting friendly goats, 3-hour family rafting adventure

DAY 6 WEDNESDAY, JULY 24 [B,D] ITINERARY INCLUDES ITINERARY | 11 DAYS Øyer―Fagernes―Gol: Drive through the beautiful Valdres ITINERARY INCLUDES Valley to Fagernes. Tour the Valdres Folk Museum which features an extensive collection of bunads. Continue to • Roundtrip airfare from Mpls / St. Paul, including Gol. Dinner and overnight at the Storefjell Hotel and Resort. taxes, fees & fuel surcharge • 9 nights accommodations, double occupancy, with DAY 7 THURSDAY, JULY 25 [B,D] private facilities Gol―Voss: Cross the Hardangervidda, the largest Flåm Øyer Voss Lillehammer high mountain plateau in Northern Europe, home to wild • Daily breakfast [B] and 7 dinners [D] . Descend the wild and narrow Måbødal Valley. • 1st-class touring coach, train & ferries per itinerary Bergen Gol Stop at Vøringfossen, one of the most impressive waterfalls Oslo in Norway. Dinner and overnight at the historic Fleischer's • City sightseeing in Oslo and Bergen Hotel. NORWAY • 3-hour family rafting adventure in Voss DAY 8 FRIDAY, JULY 26 [B,D] • Entrance fees to all sites including: Norwegian Excursion to Flåm: Depart on the Oslo/Bergen Railway Folk Museum, Hunderfossen Family Park, Valdres DAY 1 FRIDAY, JULY 19 to Myrdal. Change to the famous Flåm Railway and enjoy Folk Museum, funicular ride in Bergen breathtaking views and the thundering sound of waterfalls Mpls/St. Paul―Oslo: Depart on your transatlantic flight. To • Luggage handling at hotels for 1 suitcase request alternate dates or for estimated airfare supplements as you descend 2800 feet within 13 miles to Flåm. Cruise (subject to availability) from other US cities, please note on application. the Aurlandfjord from Flåm to Undredal, a little village squeezed in between tall mountains. Undredal is inhabited • Tour Director for Days 2 - 11 DAY 2 SATURDAY, JULY 20 [D] by 80 people and almost 500 goats. It is also home to the Oslo: Arrive at Gardermoen Airport Oslo. Transfer to hotel smallest church in Scandinavia, built as a stave church in in city center. Balance of day free to relax and adjust to 1147. Visit Eldhuset for an introduction to the tradition of TOUR PRICING TOUR PRICING time change. Welcome dinner. Overnight at the Scandic farming in the mountains, as well as the making of goat Victoria Hotel. cheese. Dinner. Return to Voss for overnight at hotel. Price with air/taxes/fuel from...... $4695 Price includes airfare from Mpls/St. Paul plus taxes/ DAY 3 SUNDAY, JULY 21 [B] DAY 9 SATURDAY, JULY 27 [B,D] fees and fuel surcharge. Unless paid in full, fuel Oslo: Sightseeing in Norway’s capital city includes a Voss―Bergen: Morning 3-hour family rafting adventure and all taxes are subject to change and will be re- visit to Norwegian Folk Museum and Vigeland Sculpture on the River, which runs from Voss to . Start assessed in your statement prior to final payment. Park, where 175 sculptures are arranged over 75 acres. in flat water, then go with the flow for about 4 miles, passing Inquire about airfare from your home city. These granite sculptures depict all phases of human life. sections of gentle rapids with waves and whirlpools, ending Balance of day free. Dinner on own. Overnight at hotel. in the Evanger Lake where refreshments await. Proceed by Child price (5-11 years) from...... $3695 motorcoach to Bergen. Dinner and overnight at the Clarion Child price (2-4 years) from...... $2995 DAY 4 MONDAY, JULY 22 [B,D] Admiral Hotel. When sharing a room with two adults Oslo―Lillehammer―Øyer: Depart Oslo for the Olympic city of Lillehammer, nestled along the shores of Norway’s DAY 10 SUNDAY, JULY 28 [B,D] Land Only from...... $3695 largest lake, Lake Mjøsa. View the sites of the 1994 Winter Bergen: Morning walking tour through the color Fish Services begin in Oslo and end in Bergen Market and the historic Hanseatic Wharf (UNESCO World Olympics. Continue to Øyer for dinner and overnight at Single Room Supplement...... $695 Hunderfossen Hotell & Resort. Heritage Site). Ride the funicular to the top of Mt. Fløyen for a panoramic view of Bergen and a chance to explore the playground and Troll Forest. Balance of day free. Farewell DAY 5 TUESDAY, JULY 23 [B] EXTEND YOUR STAY Øyer: Day free to visit Hunderfossen Family Amusement dinner and overnight at hotel. Park. Here the treasures of Norwegian folk stories are kept Add an extra night in Oslo or Bergen, a super-jeep DAY 11 MONDAY, JULY 29 [B] safe, guarded by a 46 foot troll and behind the gates of the trek in Iceland or a journey to the Faroe Islands. 121 foot tall fairy tale castle. In this unique and mysterious Bergen―Depart: Tour ends following breakfast. Transfer atmosphere, you may have an opportunity to meet a prince to Flesland Airport Bergen for return flight. Longer stays See pages 18-19 for details or visit our website or a princess, a King or a Queen, as well as trolls and other may be requested upon registration for a minimum charge for additional pre- & post-tour options. of $150. characters from old Norwegian folk stories. Overnight at www.brekketours.com Hunderfossen Hotell & Resort.

WWW.BREKKETOURS.COM | 1-800-437-5302 9 DELIGHTFUL NORWAY July 22 - August 1

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Bergen, Voss, Flåm, Loen, Ålesund, Geiranger, Bøverdal, Lillehammer and Oslo

City sightseeing in Bergen and Oslo, Art Nouveau town of Ålesund, the small village of Undredal, excursion by "troll cart" to the Briksdal Glacier, Norwegian Fjord Horse Center, Geirangerfjord cruise, Maihaugen, dinner at a local farm

DAY 5 FRIDAY, JULY 26 [B,D] ITINERARY | 11 DAYS Flåm―Loen: Morning drive through the world's 2nd ITINERARY INCLUDES longest tunnel from Aurland to Lærdal. Ferry across the mighty Sognefjord. Opportunity to purchase quality crafts • Roundtrip airfare from Mpls / St. Paul, including and woven products at Audhild Viken’s Weaving Workshop taxes, fees & fuel surcharge in Skei. Excursion to the sparkling Briksdal Glacier. • 9 nights accommodations, double occupancy, with Ålesund Continue to Loen. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Alexandra. Geiranger private facilities Loen DAY 6 SATURDAY, JULY 27 [B,D] Bøverdal • Daily breakfast [B] and 7 dinners [D] Excursion to Nordfjordeid: Drive to the Norwegian Flåm Lillehammer Fjord Horse Center in Nordfjordeid, where we learn about • 1st-class touring coach, train & ferries per itinerary Voss Bergen the history of the Norwegian fjord horse. The center is • City sightseeing in Bergen and Oslo dedicated to research of this particular breed of horses. NORWAY Oslo Return to Loen. Balance of day free for optional activities • Excursion to Briksdal Glacier such as riding the Loen Skylift; kayaking, fishing, and • Entrance fees to all sites including: Troldhaugen, hiking. Dinner and overnight at the hotel. Norwegian Fjord Horse Center, Maihaugen and DAY 1 MONDAY, JULY 22 DAY 7 SUNDAY, JULY 28 [B] Viking Ship Museum Mpls/St. Paul―Bergen: Depart on your transatlantic Loen―Ålesund: Morning departure for the Art Nouveau flight. To request alternate dates or for estimated airfare • Luggage handling at hotels for 1 suitcase town of Ålesund. Drive to Aksla viewpoint for a panoramic supplements from other US cities, please note on application. (subject to availability) view of the archipelago, the beautiful town center and the amazing Sunnmøre Alps. Balance of day free. Overnight • Tour Director for Days 2 - 11 DAY 2 TUESDAY, JULY 23 [D] at Scandic Parken Ålesund. Bergen: Arrive at Bergen Flesland Airport. Transfer to hotel. Balance of day free to adjust to time change. DAY 8 MONDAY, JULY 29 [B,D] TOUR PRICING Welcome dinner and overnight at the Clarion Admiral Hotel. Ålesund―Geiranger―Bøverdal: Cruise the renowned Geirangerfjord from Hellesylt to Geiranger. Weather DAY 3 WEDNESDAY, JULY 24 [B] permitting, drive to Dalsnibba Observation Point for a Price with air/taxes/fuel from...... $4795 Bergen: Morning sightseeing tour of Norway’s second spectacular view of the Geirangerfjord. Continue to Lom Price includes airfare from Mpls/St. Paul plus taxes/ largest city includes a walk through the historic Hanseatic en route to Bøverdal. Dinner and overnight at Elveseter fees and fuel surcharge. Unless paid in full, fuel Wharf (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and a visit to Hotell, a historic hotel with a superb collection of art and and all taxes are subject to change and will be re- Troldhaugen, home of Norway’s internationally-known antiques located in National Park. assessed in your statement prior to final payment. composer, the late Edvard Grieg. Afternoon and evening Inquire about airfare from your home city. free to visit the famous Fish Market or ride the funicular to DAY 9 TUESDAY, JULY 30 [B,D] the top of Mount Fløyen for a magnificent view of Bergen. Bøverdal―Lillehammer―Oslo: Drive to Lillehammer. Land Only from...... $3695 Dinner on own. Overnight at hotel. View the site of the 1994 Winter Olympics. Tour Maihaugen, Services begin in Bergen and end in Oslo an open-air museum with over 200 buildings from different Single Room Supplement...... $795 DAY 4 THURSDAY, JULY 25 [B,D] eras. Visit a local farm to meet a Norwegian family and Bergen―Voss―Flåm: Morning drive to Voss. Transfer savor a traditional Norwegian “middag” for dinner. Proceed to the Oslo/Bergen Railway and continue to Myrdal and to Oslo. Overnight at the Grand Hotel Oslo. board the famous Flåm Railway, ranked as one of the top EXTEND YOUR STAY 20 train rides in the world. Enjoy breathtaking views and DAY 10 WEDNESDAY, JULY 31 [B,D] the thundering sound of waterfalls as we descend 2800 Oslo: Morning sightseeing tour of Oslo includes a visit Add an extra night in Bergen or Oslo, feet within 13 miles from Myrdal to Flåm. In the afternoon, to Vigeland Sculpture Park and the Viking Ship Museum. a 3-day Iceland Stopover, a visit to the Faroe travel to Undredal, a little village squeezed in between Balance of afternoon free for shopping and independent Islands or continue your Scandinavian adventure in tall mountains. Undredal is inhabited by 80 people and explorations. Farewell dinner and overnight at hotel. Denmark, Sweden or Finland. almost 500 goats. It is also home to the smallest church in Scandinavia, built as a stave church in 1147. Visit DAY 11 THURSDAY, AUGUST 1 [B] See pages 18-19 for details or visit our website Eldhuset for an introduction to the tradition of farming in the Oslo―Depart: Tour ends following breakfast. Transfer for additional pre- & post-tour options. mountains, as well as the making of goat cheese. Dinner. to airport for return flight. Longer stays may be requested www.brekketours.com Return to Flåm for overnight at the Fretheim Hotel. upon registration for a minimum charge of $150.

10 1-800-437-5302 | WWW.BREKKETOURS.COM SOGN/VOSS/VALDRES heritage tour July 22 - August 2

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Bergen, Voss, Flåm, , Aurland, Sogndal, , Skjolden, Fagernes and Oslo

Travel with a genealogist, receive genealogical assistance before and during the tour, opportunities to visit family heritage sites and farms, visits to various folk museums and churches, lunch in Undredal (home of Norway’s smallest stave church)

Undredal, home to almost 500 goats and only 80 people. ITINERARY INCLUDES ITINERARY | 12 DAYS Visit Eldhuset for an introduction to the tradition of farming ITINERARY INCLUDES in the mountains, as well as the making of goat cheese. Lunch. Proceed to Flåm. Visit Flåm Church and witness • Roundtrip airfare from Mpls / St. Paul, including the reconstruction of the lower valley after the historic flood taxes, fees & fuel surcharge NORWAY in 2014. Continue to Aurland. Visit the Vangen Church • 10 nights accommodations, double occupancy, Sogndal built in 1202. Drive over the high mountains to Stegastein with private facilities Viewpoint for a spectacular view of Norway’s fjord country. Voss • Daily breakfast [B], 2 lunches [L] and 9 dinners [D] Flåm Fagernes Continue over the Snow Road to Lærdal. Ferry across the mighty Sognefjord and proceed to Sogndal. Dinner and • 1st-class touring coach, train & ferries per itinerary overnight at Quality Hotel Sogndal. Bergen • City sightseeing in Bergen and Oslo Oslo DAY 7 SUNDAY, JULY 28 [B,L,D] • Entrance fees to all sites including: Troldhaugen; Luster and Skjolden Excursion: Drive through the Finnesloftet; Stegastein Viewpoint; Voss, Sogn Valley. Visit the Norwegian Glacier Center at and Valdres Folk Museums; Voss, Flåm, Vangen, . Continue to Skjolden Hotel for lunch. Drive Urnes and Borgund Churches; Norwegian Glacier along the eastern shore of the Lusterfjord to Urnes. Tour DAY 1 MONDAY, JULY 22 Center; and Viking Ship Museum the , a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Mpls/St. Paul―Bergen: Depart on your transatlantic Return to Sogndal for dinner and overnight at hotel. • Genealogical assistance flight. To request alternate dates or for estimated airfare • Luggage handling at hotels for 1 suitcase supplements from other US cities, please note on application. DAY 8 MONDAY, JULY 29 [B,D] (subject to availability) DAY 2 TUESDAY, JULY 23 [D] Sogndal―Fagernes: Tour the Sogn Folk Museum, which Bergen: Arrive at Bergen Flesland Airport. Transfer provides an insight into life in Sogn from the Middle Ages to • Tour Director for Days 2 - 12 to hotel. Balance of day free to adjust to time change. the present. Drive through the scenic and historic Lærdal TOUR PRICING Welcome dinner and overnight at the Clarion Admiral Hotel. Valley. Visit the , one of the best TOUR PRICING preserved of the remaining stave churches. Continue DAY 3 WEDNESDAY, JULY 24 [B,D] through the beautiful Valdres Valley to Fagernes. Dinner Bergen―Voss: Morning sightseeing tour includes and overnight at Scandic Valdres. Price with air/taxes/fuel from...... $5495 Troldhaugen, the home of Norway’s internationally-known Price includes airfare from Mpls/St. Paul plus taxes/ composer, the late Edvard Grieg; and a walk through the DAY 9 TUESDAY, JULY 30 [B,D] fees and fuel surcharge. Unless paid in full, fuel historic Hanseatic Wharf. Drive to Voss. Tour the Voss Fagernes: Tour the Valdres Folk Museum. Afternoon free and all taxes are subject to change and will be re- Church. Dinner and overnight at Fleischer’s Hotel. for independent exploration or opportunity for individual assessed in your statement prior to final payment. farm visits. (Individual arrangements may involve extra Inquire about airfare from your home city. DAY 4 THURSDAY, JULY 25 [B,D] charges.) Dinner and overnight at hotel. Voss: Visit Finnesloftet, a banquet hall built around 1250, Land Only from...... $4595 and the Voss Folk Museum (Mølstertunet), a farmstead DAY 10 WEDNESDAY, JULY 31 [B] Services begin in Bergen and end in Oslo with buildings from the 16th century and a rich collection Fagernes―Oslo: Proceed to Oslo via Jevnaker. of folk art. Afternoon free for independent exploration Opportunity to purchase Norwegian glass/crystal at Single Room Supplement...... $695 or opportunity for individual farm visits. (Individual reduced prices at Hadeland Glassworks. Upon arrival in arrangements may involve extra charges.) Dinner and Oslo, enjoy a sightseeing tour featuring Vigeland Sculpture overnight at hotel. Park and the Viking Ship Museum. Overnight at the Grand EXPLORE YOUR HERITAGE Hotel. DAY 5 FRIDAY, JULY 26 [B,D] For information on genealogical research, please Voss―Flåm―Stalheim: Ride the Oslo/Bergen Railway to DAY 11 THURSDAY, AUGUST 1 [B,D] visit the Arne G. Brekke Bygdebok Collection: Myrdal. Board the famous Flåm Railway, ranked as one of Oslo: Day free in Oslo for sightseeing or family heritage the top 20 train rides in the world. Descend 2800 feet within site visits. Farewell dinner and overnight at hotel. http://library.und.edu/special-collections/ 13 miles from Myrdal to Flåm. Cruise the Aurlandfjord and bygdebok/ Nærøyfjord from Flåm to Gudvangen. Drive to Stalheim. DAY 12 FRIDAY, AUGUST 2 [B] http://www.brekketours.com/about Dinner and overnight at the Stalheim Hotel. Oslo―Depart: Tour ends following breakfast. Transfer http://wanbergmediaarts.com to airport for return flight. Longer stays may be requested DAY 6 SATURDAY, JULY 27 [B,L,D] upon registration for a minimum charge of $150. www.brekketours.com Stalheim―Flåm―Sogndal: Drive the thrilling Stalheim Road with 13 hairpin bends en route to Flåm. Stop in WWW.BREKKETOURS.COM | 1-800-437-5302 11 SPLENDOR OF NORWAY Tour A: August 3 - 11 | Tour B: August 31 - September 8

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Bergen, Voss, Flåm, Balestrand, Vik, Lofthus, Rjukan and Oslo

City sightseeing in Bergen and Oslo, Flåm Railway, fjord cruise from Flåm to Balestrand, overnight along the beautiful Hardangerfjord, Hardangervidda National Park Center, Norwegian Industrial Museum,

DAY 5 AUGUST 7 / SEPTEMBER 4 [B,D] ITINERARY | 9 DAYS Balestrand―Vik―Lofthus: Ferry from Vangsnes to Hella. ITINERARY INCLUDES In Vik, visit the 12th century Hopperstad Stave Church. Proceed over the Vik Mountains to Voss. Lunch on own. • Roundtrip airfare from Mpls / St. Paul, including Drive to Hardanger, the heart of Norway’s cherry, apple taxes, fees & fuel surcharge and pear orchards. Dinner and overnight at the exquisite NORWAY • 7 nights accommodations, double occupancy, with Ullensvang Hotel with a spectacular view of the Sørfjord. private facilities Balestrand DAY 6 AUGUST 8 / SEPTEMBER 5 [B,L,D] • Daily breakfast [B], 1 lunch [L] and 5 dinners [D] Voss Flåm Lofthus―Rjukan: Drive to Telemark, an area rich in Bergen Lofthus cultural traditions. Lunch at the Hardangervidda National • 1st-class touring coach, train & ferries per itinerary Park Center. Learn about the thousands of wild reindeer • City sightseeing in Bergen and Oslo Rjukan Oslo roaming the Hardangervidda plateau through a variety of interactive exhibits. Afterward, proceed to Gaustablikk • Entrance fees to all sites including: Troldhaugen, Høyfjellshotell for dinner and overnight. Hopperstad Stave Church, Hardangervidda National Park Center, Norwegian Industrial DAY 1 AUGUST 3 / AUGUST 31 DAY 7 AUGUST 9 / SEPTEMBER 6 [B] Museum, Viking Ship Museum and Holmenkollen Mpls/St. Paul―Bergen: Depart on your transatlantic Rjukan―Oslo: Morning visit to Vemork, the hydroelectric Jump power plant, where the Nazis produced “heavy water” for flight. To request alternate dates or for estimated airfare • Luggage handling at hotels for 1 suitcase their atomic bomb experiments. Learn about the German supplements from other US cities, please note on (subject to availability) application. occupation of Norway during World War II. Lunch on own in Rjukan with opportunity to visit a local silversmith. En route • Tour Director for Days 2 - 9 DAY 2 AUGUST 4 / SEPTEMBER 1 [D] to Oslo, photostop at Heddal Stave Church, the largest of Bergen: Arrive at Bergen Flesland Airport. Transfer the remaining 28 stave . Overnight at to hotel. Balance of day free to adjust to time change. the classic Grand Hotel in Oslo. Dinner on own. TOUR PRICING Welcome dinner and overnight at the Clarion Admiral Hotel. DAY 8 AUGUST 10 / SEPTEMBER 7 [B,D] Price with air/taxes/fuel from...... $4195 DAY 3 AUGUST 5 / SEPTEMBER 2 [B] Oslo: Morning sightseeing tour of Oslo includes a visit Price includes airfare from Mpls/St. Paul plus taxes/ Bergen: Morning sightseeing tour of Norway’s second to Vigeland Sculpture Park, the Viking Ship Museum and fees and fuel surcharge. Unless paid in full, fuel largest city includes a walk through the historic Hanseatic Holmenkollen Ski Jump. Afternoon free for shopping and and all taxes are subject to change and will be re- Wharf (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and a visit to independent explorations. Farewell dinner and overnight assessed in your statement prior to final payment. Troldhaugen, home of Norway’s internationally-known at hotel. Inquire about airfare from your home city. composer, the late Edvard Grieg. Afternoon and evening free to visit the famous Fish Market or ride the funicular to DAY 9 AUGUST 11 / SEPTEMBER 8 [B] Land Only from...... $3295 the top of Mount Fløyen for a magnificent view of Bergen. Oslo―Depart: Tour ends following breakfast. Transfer Services begin in Bergen and end in Oslo Dinner on own. Overnight at hotel. to Oslo Gardermoen Airport for return flight. Longer stays may be requested upon registration for a minimum charge Single Room Supplement...... $595 DAY 4 AUGUST 6 / SEPTEMBER 3 [B,D] of $150. Bergen―Voss―Balestrand: Morning drive to Voss. Transfer to the Oslo/Bergen Railway and continue to Myrdal EXTEND YOUR STAY and board the famous Flåm Railway, ranked as one of the top 20 train rides in the world. Enjoy breathtaking views Add an extra night in Bergen or Oslo, a visit to the and the thundering sound of waterfalls as we descend 2800 Faroe Islands or Iceland before arriving in Bergen. feet within 13 miles from Myrdal to Flåm. Cruise the mighty After the tour, you may choose to travel from Oslo Sognefjord from Flåm to Balestrand. Dinner and overnight to Copenhagen by cruise or to Stockholm by train. at the historic Kvikne’s Hotel. See pages 18-19 for details or visit our website for additional pre- & post-tour options. www.brekketours.com

12 1-800-437-5302 | WWW.BREKKETOURS.COM TASTE OF NORWAY & SWEDEN June 29 - July 9

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Bergen, Flåm, Voss, Oslo, Nusnäs, Tällberg, Sundborn, Uppsala and Stockholm

City sightseeing in Bergen, Oslo and Stockholm, Flåm Railway, Aurlandfjord and Nærøyfjord cruise, Borgund Stave Church, Dala Horse Center in Nusnäs, Carl Larsson’s home in Sundborn, Uppsala Cathedral, Vasa Ship Museum and Stockholm City Hall

DAY 6 THURSDAY, JULY 4 [B] ITINERARY INCLUDES ITINERARY | 11 DAYS Oslo: Sightseeing includes a tour of Vigeland Park and ITINERARY INCLUDES the Viking Ship Museum. Balance of day free to explore Norway’s capital city. Dinner on own. Overnight at hotel. • Roundtrip airfare from Mpls / St. Paul or Chicago, including taxes, fees & fuel surcharge SWEDEN DAY 7 FRIDAY, JULY 5 [B,D] NORWAY • 9 nights accommodations, double occupancy, with Oslo―Tällberg: Drive to the province of Värmland with its lakes and forests. There are many artists, writers and poets private facilities Voss Flåm Tällberg who have found inspiration in this region. Travel through • Daily breakfast [B] and 6 dinners [D] Malung known for its leather industry. At Nusnäs, tour the Bergen Uppsala center for the production of the traditional Dala wooden • 1st-class touring coach, train & ferries per itinerary Oslo horses, the symbol of Sweden. Dinner and overnight at • City sightseeing in Bergen, Oslo and Stockholm First Hotel Tällberg. Stockholm • Entrance fees to all sites including: Troldhaugen, DAY 8 SATURDAY, JULY 6 [B,D] Borgund Stave Church, Viking Ship Museum, Tällberg―Stockholm: Continue to Sundborn, the home Dala Horse Center, Carl Larsson Farm, Uppsala DAY 1 SATURDAY, JUNE 29 of Carl Larsson, one of Sweden’s most beloved artists and Cathedral, Vasa Ship Museum and Stockholm Mpls/St. Paul / Chicago―Bergen: Depart on your Dalarna, which epitomizes all things Swedish. Visit the City Hall transatlantic flight. To request alternate dates or for old university town of Uppsala for a tour of the inspiring estimated airfare supplements from other US cities, please Uppsala Cathedral. Continue to Stockholm. Dinner and • Luggage handling at hotels for 1 suitcase note on application. overnight at Clarion Hotel Sign. (subject to availability) • Tour Director for Days 2 - 11 DAY 2 SUNDAY, JUNE 30 [D] DAY 9 SUNDAY, JULY 7 [B] Bergen: Arrive at Bergen Flesland Airport. Transfer Stockholm: Morning sightseeing tour of the Swedish TOUR PRICING to hotel. Balance of day free to adjust to time change. capital includes City Hall, site of the annual Nobel Prize TOUR PRICING Welcome dinner and overnight at the Clarion Admiral Hotel. banquet; and the Vasa Ship Museum, home of the 17th century warship which sank on her maiden voyage. Price with air/taxes/fuel from...... $4795 DAY 3 MONDAY, JULY 1 [B] Afternoon free to explore Stockholm including Old Town Price includes airfare from Mpls/St. Paul or Chicago Bergen: Sightseeing tour of Norway’s second largest (Gamla Stan) with its narrow streets and old merchants’ plus taxes/fees and fuel surcharge. Unless paid city includes a walk through the historic Hanseatic Wharf houses. Dinner on own. Overnight at hotel. in full, fuel and all taxes are subject to change and (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and a visit to Troldhaugen, will be re-assessed in your statement prior to final home of Norway’s internationally-known composer, the DAY 10 MONDAY, JULY 8 [B,D] payment. Inquire about airfare from your home city. late Edvard Grieg. Afternoon free to visit the famous Fish Stockholm: Day free in Stockholm to explore the city Market or ride the funicular to the top of Mount Fløyen for a independently. You may wish to visit Skansen, the first Land Only from...... $3795 magnificent view of Bergen. Overnight at hotel. open-air museum and zoo in Sweden; the Swedish History Services begin in Bergen and end in Stockholm Museum which narrates Sweden's history from the earliest DAY 4 TUESDAY, JULY 2 [B,D] times to the present; or simply enjoy a stroll through the Single Room Supplement...... $795 Bergen―Flåm―Voss: Drive to Voss. Board the famous shops in Old Town. Farewell dinner. Overnight at hotel. Oslo/Bergen Railway and proceed to Myrdal. Change to the renowned Flåm Railway and descend 2800 feet within DAY 11 TUESDAY, JULY 9 [B] EXTEND YOUR STAY 13 miles to Flåm. Cruise the Aurlandfjord and Nærøyfjord Stockholm―Depart: Tour ends following breakfast. Transfer to Stockholm Arlanda Airport for return flight. to Gudvangen. Dinner. Return by motorcoach to Voss for Experience more of Scandinavia with a 3-day Longer stays may be requested upon registration for a overnight at the Fleischer's Hotel. independent adventure to Copenhagen or Helsinki. minimum charge of $150. You can also choose to add an extra night in

DAY 5 WEDNESDAY, JULY 3 [B,D] Bergen or Stockholm or a stopover in Iceland. Voss―Oslo: Drive to Borgund Stave Church, one of the best preserved of the remaining stave churches. Continue See pages 18-19 for details or visit our website through lush Valdres Valley to Oslo. Dinner. Overnight at for additional pre- & post-tour options. the classic Grand Hotel. www.brekketours.com

WWW.BREKKETOURS.COM | 1-800-437-5302 13 CAPTIVATING SCANDINAVIA July 6 - 19

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Bergen, Flåm, Voss, Oslo, Copenhagen, Gothenburg, Sweden's Kingdom of Crystal and Stockholm

City sightseeing in Bergen, Oslo, Copenhagen, Gothenburg and Stockholm, Norway in a Nutshell experience, overnight cruise from Oslo to Copenhagen, visit Sweden’s Kingdom of Crystal, Frederiksborg Castle, Vasa Ship Museum

DAY 7 FRIDAY, JULY 12 [B,D] ITINERARY | 14 DAYS Oslo―Copenhagen: Day free in Oslo. Afternoon transfer ITINERARY INCLUDES for overnight cruise to Copenhagen. Dinner on board. Overnight in outside Commodore Class cabin. • Roundtrip airfare from Mpls / St. Paul or Chicago, including taxes, fees & fuel surcharge SWEDEN DAY 8 SATURDAY, JULY 13 [B] Voss • 11 nights accommodations, double occupancy, Copenhagen: Breakfast on board. Upon arrival, enjoy with private facilities Bergen Oslo a sightseeing tour of Copenhagen featuring the famous NORWAY Stockholm statue, the Little Mermaid. Balance of day free to explore • Overnight ferry, 2 berth outside commodore cabin the world’s longest shopping street, Strøget. Dinner on • Daily breakfast [B] and 7 dinners [D] own. Overnight at Comfort Hotel Vesterbro. Gothenburg • 1st-class touring coach, train & ferries per itinerary Växjö DAY 9 SUNDAY, JULY 14 [B,D] • City sightseeing in Bergen, Oslo, Copenhagen, Copenhagen―Växjö: Drive to Hillerød. Tour Frederiksborg Gothenburg and Stockholm DENMARK Castle, built over three islands housing priceless treasures Copenhagen • Entrance fees to all sites including: Troldhaugen, such as furniture and tapestries. Ferry from Helsingør Borgund Stave Church, Viking Ship Museum, to Helsingborg, Sweden. Continue to Kosta Boda, one Frederiksborg Castle, Swedish Emigrant Institute, DAY 1 SATURDAY, JULY 6 of the world’s leading brands of glassware and art glass. Stockholm City Hall and Vasa Ship Museum Mpls/St. Paul / Chicago―Bergen: Depart on your Enjoy a "hyttsill dinner," a time-honored tradition including transatlantic flight. To request alternate dates or for traditional food and music. Proceed to Växjö for overnight • Luggage handling at hotels for 1 suitcase estimated airfare supplements from other US cities, please at Elite Stadshotellet Växjö. (subject to availability) note on application. • Tour Director for Days 2 - 14 DAY 10 MONDAY, JULY 15 [B] DAY 2 SUNDAY, JULY 7 [D] Växjö―Gothenburg: Morning visit to the Swedish Bergen: Arrive at Bergen Flesland Airport. Transfer Emigrant Institute, an internationally known research to hotel. Balance of day free to adjust to time change. center and museum on Swedish migration. Continue to TOUR PRICING Welcome dinner and overnight at the Clarion Admiral Hotel. Gothenburg, Sweden’s second largest city. Dinner on own. DAY 3 MONDAY, JULY 8 [B] Overnight at Elite Park Avenue Hotel in Gothenburg. Price with air/taxes/fuel from...... $5795 Bergen: Morning sightseeing tour includes a visit to Price includes airfare from Mpls/St. Paul or Chicago Troldhaugen, home of Norway’s internationally-known DAY 11 TUESDAY, JULY 16 [B] plus taxes/fees and fuel surcharge. Unless paid composer, the late Edvard Grieg. Tour concludes with a Gothenburg: Learn about the history of the city on a cruise in full, fuel and all taxes are subject to change and guided walk through the historic Hanseatic Wharf. Balance through the canals, under 20 bridges and into the bustling will be re-assessed in your statement prior to final of day free. Dinner on own. Overnight at hotel. harbor. Balance of day free to visit the Volvo Museum, the payment. Inquire about airfare from your home city. Fish Church, or the Gothenburg Museum of Art featuring DAY 4 TUESDAY, JULY 9 [B,D] works by significant Nordic and international artists. Dinner Land Only from...... $4890 Bergen―Flåm―Voss: Drive to Voss. Board the famous on own. Overnight at hotel. Services begin in Bergen and end in Stockholm Oslo/Bergen Railway and proceed to Myrdal. Change to the renowned Flåm Railway and descend 2800 feet within DAY 12 WEDNESDAY, JULY 17 [B,D] Single Room Supplement...... $1195 13 miles to Flåm. Cruise the Aurlandfjord and Nærøyfjord Gothenburg―Stockholm: Drive through the Swedish to Gudvangen. Return by motorcoach to Voss for dinner countryside to Stockholm, beautifully positioned on 14 and overnight at Fleischer's Hotel. islands. Dinner. Overnight at the Clarion Hotel Sign. EXTEND YOUR STAY DAY 5 WEDNESDAY, JULY 10 [B,D] DAY 13 THURSDAY, JULY 18 [B,D] Voss―Oslo: Drive to Borgund Stave Church, one of the Stockholm: Morning sightseeing tour of the Swedish Add an extra night in Bergen or Stockholm or enjoy best preserved of the remaining stave churches. Continue capital of Stockholm includes a tour of City Hall and the a visit to Iceland. After the tour, explore the Baltics through lush Valdres Valley to Oslo. Dinner. Overnight at Vasa Ship Museum. Afternoon free to explore or relax. on a Visa-Free cruise to Helsinki with two nights in the classic Grand Hotel. Farewell dinner. Overnight at hotel. St. Petersburg, Russia. DAY 6 THURSDAY, JULY 11 [B] See pages 18-19 for details or visit our website DAY 14 FRIDAY, JULY 19 [B] Oslo: Morning sightseeing includes a tour of Vigeland Park for additional pre- & post-tour options. Stockholm―Depart: Tour ends following breakfast. and the Viking Ship Museum. Balance of day free. Dinner Transfer to airport for return flight. Longer stays may be www brekketours com on own. Overnight at hotel. . . requested upon registration or a minimum charge of $150.

14 1-800-437-5302 | WWW.BREKKETOURS.COM CAPTIVATING NORWAY & DENMARK July 7 - 14

DAY 5 THURSDAY, JULY 11 [B] ITINERARY | 8 DAYS Oslo: Morning sightseeing includes a tour of Vigeland Park ITINERARY INCLUDES and the Viking Ship Museum. Balance of day free. Dinner DAY 1 SUNDAY, JULY 7 [D] on own. Overnight at hotel. • 6 nights accommodations, double occupancy, with Bergen: Independent transfer to hotel. Welcome dinner private facilities and overnight at Clarion Admiral Hotel. DAY 6 FRIDAY, JULY 12 [B,D] Oslo―Copenhagen: Day free in Oslo. Afternoon transfer • Overnight ferry, 2 berth outside commodore cabin DAY 2 MONDAY, JULY 8 [B] for overnight cruise to Copenhagen. Dinner on board. • Daily breakfast [B] and 4 dinners [D] Bergen: Morning sightseeing tour includes a visit to Overnight in outside Commodore Class cabin. • 1st-class touring coach, train & ferries per itinerary Troldhaugen, home of Norway’s internationally-known composer, the late Edvard Grieg. Tour concludes with a DAY 7 SATURDAY, JULY 13 [B] • City sightseeing in Bergen, Oslo and Copenhagen guided walk through the historic Hanseatic Wharf. Balance Copenhagen: Breakfast on board. Upon arrival, enjoy • Entrance fees to all sites including: Troldhaugen, of day free. Dinner on own. Overnight at hotel. a sightseeing tour of Copenhagen featuring the famous statue, the Little Mermaid. Balance of day free to explore Borgund Stave Church and Viking Ship Museum the world’s longest shopping street, Strøget. Dinner on ITINERARY INCLUDES DAY 3 TUESDAY, JULY 9 [B,D] • Luggage handling at hotels for 1 suitcase Bergen―Flåm―Voss: Drive to Voss. Board the famous own. Overnight at Comfort Hotel Vesterbro. (subject to availability) Oslo/Bergen Railway and proceed to Myrdal. Change to • Tour Director for Days 2 - 7 the renowned Flåm Railway and descend 2800 feet within DAY 8 SUNDAY, JULY 14 [B] 13 miles to Flåm. Cruise the Aurlandfjord and Nærøyfjord Copenhagen―Depart: Tour ends following breakfast at to Gudvangen. Return by motorcoach to Voss for dinner hotel. Independent transfer to airport for return flight. and overnight at Fleischer's Hotel. TOUR PRICING

DAY 4 WEDNESDAY, JULY 10 [B,D] Land Only from...... $2395 Voss―Oslo: Drive to Borgund Stave Church, one of the Services begin in Bergen and end in Copenhagen best preserved of the remaining stave churches. Continue through lush Valdres Valley to Oslo. Dinner. Overnight at Single Room Supplement...... $620 the classic Grand Hotel.

CAPTIVATING DENMARK & SWEDEN July 12 - 19

Gothenburg, Sweden’s second largest city. Dinner on own. TOUR PRICING ITINERARY | 8 DAYS Overnight at Elite Park Avenue Hotel in Gothenburg. ITINERARY INCLUDES

DAY 1 FRIDAY, JULY 12 DAY 5 TUESDAY, JULY 16 [B] • 7 nights accommodations, double occupancy, with Copenhagen: Independent transfer to Comfort Hotel Gothenburg: Learn about the history of the city on a cruise private facilities Vesterbro. Balance of day free. Overnight at hotel. through the canals, under 20 bridges and into the bustling • Daily breakfast [B] and 3 dinners [D] including harbor. Balance of day free to visit the Volvo Museum, the DAY 2 SATURDAY, JULY 13 [B] special "hyttsill dinner" Fish Church, or the Gothenburg Museum of Art featuring Copenhagen: Join members of "Captivating Scandinavia" • 1st-class touring coach, train & ferries per itinerary works by significant Nordic and international artists. Dinner tour. Morning sightseeing tour of Copenhagen includes • City sightseeing in Copenhagen, Gothenburg and on own. Overnight at hotel. the famous statue, the Little Mermaid. Time to browse the Stockholm

world’s longest shopping street, Strøget. Dinner on own. DAY 6 WEDNESDAY, JULY 17 [B,D] • Entrance fees to all sites including: Frederiksborg Overnight at hotel. Castle, Swedish Emigrant Institute, Stockholm Gothenburg―Stockholm: Drive through the Swedish City Hall and Vasa Ship Museum DAY 3 SUNDAY, JULY 14 [B,D] countryside to Stockholm, beautifully positioned on 14 Copenhagen―Växjö: Drive to Hillerød. Tour Frederiksborg islands. Dinner. Overnight at the Clarion Hotel Sign. • Luggage handling at hotels for 1 suitcase Castle, built over three islands housing priceless treasures (subject to availability) such as furniture and tapestries. Ferry from Helsingør DAY 7 THURSDAY, JULY 18 [B,D] • Tour Director for Days 2 - 8 to Helsingborg, Sweden. Continue to Kosta Boda, one Stockholm: Morning sightseeing tour of the Swedish of the world’s leading brands of glassware and art glass. capital of Stockholm includes a tour of City Hall and the Enjoy a "hyttsill dinner," a time-honored tradition including Vasa Ship Museum. Afternoon free to explore or relax. TOUR PRICING traditional food and music. Proceed to Växjö for overnight Farewell dinner. Overnight at hotel. at Elite Stadshotellet Växjö. DAY 8 FRIDAY, JULY 19 [B] Land Only from...... $2495 Services begin in Copenhagen and end in Stockholm DAY 4 MONDAY, JULY 15 [B] Stockholm―Depart: Tour ends following breakfast at Växjö―Gothenburg: Morning visit to the Swedish hotel. Independent transfer to airport for return flight. Single Room Supplement...... $575 Emigrant Institute, an internationally known research center and museum on Swedish migration. Continue to

WWW.BREKKETOURS.COM | 1-800-437-5302 15 ICELAND COMPLETE July 8 - 16 (Additional tour departures are available)

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Ring Road, Reykjavik, Golden Circle, South Coast, Glacier Lagoon, Lake Myvatn and Akureyri

Gullfoss Waterfall, Geysir hot spring, Thingvellir National Park, Vatnajökull National Park, Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon, Lake Mývatn, Dettifoss Waterfall, Godafoss Waterfall, Akureyri, introduction to the unique Icelandic horse breed

DAY 4 THURSDAY, JULY 11 [B,D] ITINERARY | 9 DAYS Höfn―East ―Egilsstadir: Drive from Höfn ITINERARY INCLUDES through Almannaskard pass, stopping to admire the majestic coastline. Head into the East Fjords with its views • 8 nights accommodations, double occupancy, of towering mountains plunging vertically into the sea. Pass with private facilities (Please note hotels listed in Siglufjörður through coastal fjord villages on your way to Egilsstadir itinerary are subject to change.) Lake Mývatn town. Dinner and overnight at Icelandair Hotel Herad. Egilsstadir • Daily breakfast [B] and 5 dinners [D] DAY 5 FRIDAY, JULY 12 [B,D] Egilsstadir―Lake Mývatn: Feel the empty vastness of • 1st-class touring coach per itinerary the highland desert plateau en route to the Lake Mývatn Borgarnes • Roundtrip transfers via Flybus Shuttle (no guide) Höfn area. Stop at Dettifoss, Europe’s most powerful waterfall. Reykjavik Explore the natural beauty of the Lake Mývatn area, • City sightseeing in Reykjavik including the pseudo craters at Skutustadir and the Laxa ICELAND Salmon River. Dinner and overnight at -Hotel Mývatn. • Entrance fees to all sites including: Laufas Folk Vik Museum, Herring-Era Museum, Horse Show in DAY 6 SATURDAY, JULY 13 [B,D] DAY 1 MONDAY, JULY 8 Skagafjordur and Thingvellir National Park Arrive Reykjavik: Welcome to the Land of Fire and Ice! Lake Mývatn―Siglufjörður: Start the day by exploring Independent transfer on Flybus shuttle (no guide) brings you the peculiar lava formations at Dimmuborgir. Visit the • Tour Director for Days 2 - 8 from Keflavík International Airport to Reykjavík. Balance magnificent Goðafoss waterfall. Afterwards, visit Akureyri, of day free to explore Reykjavík, the largest municipality the colorful northern “capital“ of Iceland. The town has in Iceland. Overnight at Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Natura. charming buildings and beautiful view of the Eyjafjordur Fjord. Continue along the coastal roads of Eyjafjordur and TOUR PRICING DAY 2 TUESDAY, JULY 9 [B,D] the Troll Peninsula to Siglufjörður, set in a beautiful fjord of Reykjavik―Golden Circle―Vik: Breakfast at your hotel. the same name. Dinner. Overnight at Hotel Siglo. Land Only from...... $3160 Meet your tour director and start your journey by heading Services begin and end in Reykjavik through the greenhouse village of Hveragerdi. Drive on DAY 7 SUNDAY, JULY 14 [B,D] to the Golden Circle natural wonders. Explore Gullfoss, Siglufjörður―Borgarnes: Morning visit to Siglufjörður's Single Room Supplement...... $1130 the “Golden Waterfall”, and the nearby Geysir hot spring award-winning Herring-Era Museum. Afterwards, area to see the famous Geysir and Strokkur, as well head along majestic mountains and narrow passes to Skagafjordur, considered to be one of the finest places in Add a night in Reykjavik from...... $180 as numerous other hot springs and boiling mud pools. Per person based on double occupancy. Continue along the south shore and stop to admire the Iceland for horse breeding. Enjoy an introduction to the unique Icelandic horse breed with its special fifth gait - the waterfalls Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss before continuing Airfare is not included but is available from Brekke tolt. Cross the Holtavorduheidi plateau to the beautiful town to Dyrholaey nature reserve. Proceed to the village of Vik. Tours. To request a quote, please complete the air of Borgarnes. Dinner. Overnight at Icelandair Hotel Hamar. Dinner and overnight at Icelandair Hotel Vik/Hotel Kria. section of the tour application form or contact our

office. DAY 3 WEDNESDAY, JULY 10 [B] DAY 8 MONDAY, JULY 15 [B] Vik―Skaftafell―Höfn: Continue your journey on the Ring Borgarnes―Reykjavik: Drive to Deildartunguhver, the Road. Cross Eldhraun, the largest lava flow recorded on most powerful hot spring in the world. A stop will be made the planet in historical times. Visit Kirkjubaejarklaustur to admire the beautiful Hraunfossar waterfalls, before EXTEND YOUR STAY town, the former site of a 12th century Catholic convent. continuing via Hvalfjordur fjord to Lake Thingvallavatn, Iceland’s largest lake, and Thingvellir National Park, the Proceed over Skeidararsandur sands to Skaftafell, a Add an extra night in Reykjavik, a visit to the Faroe ancient site of the world’s first parliament held outdoors. beautiful glacial area within Vatnajökull National Park. Islands or Greenland! Join a boat, helicopter or Proceed to Reykjavik. Overnight at Icelandair Hotel Continue to the stunning Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon to jeep tour to discover Greenland’s amazing scenery Reykjavik Natura. see the birthplace of icebergs. Proceed eastward, enjoying & unique Innuit culture. magnificent views of mighty Vatnajökull, Europe‘s largest glacier. Your destination is Höfn, a seacoast village located DAY 9 TUESDAY, JULY 16 [B] See pages 18-19 for details or visit our website near the glacier for overnight at Hotel Höfn. Reykjavik―Depart: Tour ends following breakfast. for additional pre- & post-tour options. Independent transfer on Flybus shuttle to the Keflavik www brekketours com Airport for return flight. . .

16 1-800-437-5302 | WWW.BREKKETOURS.COM GRAND TOUR OF ICELAND July 15 - 26 (Additional tour departures are available)

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Ring Road, West Fjords, Reykjavik, Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Akureyri and South Coast

Lava cave on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, ferry to the West Fjords, Erik the Red homestead, Icelandic horse show, Nature Baths at Lake Mývatn, Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon, Thingvellir National Park, Snæfellsnes National Park, Vatnajökull National Park

DAY 6 SATURDAY, JULY 20 [B,D] ITINERARY INCLUDES ITINERARY | 12 DAYS West Iceland―Akureyri: Visit the replica of the homestead ITINERARY INCLUDES of Erik the Red, the famous explorer who founded the Icelandic colony in Greenland. Drive to a local farm for a • 11 nights accommodations, double occupancy, ICELAND horse show where we learn about the unique qualities of with private facilities Borgarfjörður Iceland’s special breed. Afterwards, travel to Akureyri, the • Daily breakfast [B] and 10 dinners [D] Patreksfjörður Akureyri Eystri capital of North Iceland. Dinner and overnight at Hotel KEA. • 1st-class touring coach & ferries per itinerary Lake Mývatn DAY 7 SUNDAY, JULY 21 [B,D] • Roundtrip transfers via Flybus Shuttle (no guide) Grundarfjörður Excursion in area: Travel to Siglufjörður, known as the • Boat trip on Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon Borgarnes herring capital of the North Atlantic. Visit the Herring Museum and enjoy beer tasting at a local micro-brewery. • Entrance fees to all sites including: Thingvellir Reykjavik Return to Akureyri. Dinner. Overnight at hotel. National Park, Snæfellsnes National Park, Skaftafell Vatnajökull National Park, Lava Cave on the DAY 8 MONDAY, JULY 22 [B,D] Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Folk and Transport Akureyri―Lake Mývatn: Explore Goðafoss, the waterfall Museum at Hnjótur, Erik the Red Homestead, DAY 1 MONDAY, JULY 15 of the Gods, and continue to Lake Mývatn, known for its Horse Show in northwest Iceland, Herring Reykjavik: Independent transfer on Flybus shuttle (no rich bird life. Visit pseudo craters, walk in the lava field Museum and Nature Baths at Lake Mývatn guide) from airport to Reykjavík. Overnight at Hotel Klettur. Dimmuborgir and travel to the crater Lake Víti. In the • Tour Director for Days 2 - 11 afternoon, relax and soak at the Mývatn Nature Baths. DAY 2 TUESDAY, JULY 16 [B,D] Dinner and overnight at Hotel Laxá near Lake Mývatn. Reykjavik―Golden Circle―West Iceland: Meet TOUR PRICING your tour director and depart Reykjavik for Gullfoss, the DAY 9 TUESDAY, JULY 23 [B,D] TOUR PRICING beautiful double “Golden Falls” and walk through the active Lake Mývatn―Borgarfjörður-Eystri: Excursion to geothermal area of Geysir. A visit to world heritage site of Dettifoss, Europe’s most powerful waterfall. Explore Land Only from...... $5915 Thingvellir National Park tops the day off before travelling the northernmost fjord on the East Fjord mountain range Services begin and end in Reykjavik along the scenic shores of Hvalfjörður fjord. Dinner and before driving to Borgarfjörður Eystri, home to an extensive overnight at Icelandair Hotel Hamar. population of elves – judging by the 172 local folk tales Single Room Supplement...... $1565 involving elves. Dinner and overnight Country Guesthouse DAY 3 WEDNESDAY, JULY 17 [B,D] Alfheimar in Borgarfjöður-Eystri. West Iceland―Lava Cave―Patreksfjörður: Travel Add a night in Reykjavik from...... $180 around the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, through lava fields and DAY 10 WEDNESDAY, JULY 24 [B,D] Per person based on double occupancy. along the ocean with many photo opportunities. Follow the Borgarfjörður-Eystri―Skaftafell: Admire the fjord Airfare is not included but is available from Brekke adventure of Jules Verne’s classic science fiction novel landscape and tiny fishing villages en route to Vatnajökull Tours. To request a quote, please complete the air about the journey to the center of the earth with a tour of – Europe’s biggest glacier. Enjoy a boat ride amongst section of the tour application form or contact our a lava cave under the glacier Snæfellsjökull. Afternoon the floating icebergs on the glacial lagoon at Jökulsárlón. office. departure by ferry to the West Fjords. Dinner and overnight Dinner and overnight at FossHotel Glacier Lagoon near at FossHotel West Fjords. Skaftafell on the southern part of Vatnajökull National Park. DAY 4 THURSDAY, JULY 18 [B,D] DAY 11 THURSDAY, JULY 25 [B,D] EXTEND YOUR STAY Excursion in area: Visit the Folk and Transport Museum Skaftafell―Reykjavik: Visit Skaftafell, covered by in Hnjótur. Continue through a very remote and sparsely ice and nestled below Iceland’s highest mountain, Add an extra night in Reykjavik, a visit to the Faroe populated region to the bird cliffs of Látrabjarg, the Hvannadalshnjúkur. Drive along Iceland’s south coast for Islands or Greenland! Join a boat, helicopter or westernmost point of Iceland (and Europe) where you can a stroll along the black lava beach and bird cliffs near Vík. jeep tour to discover Greenland’s amazing scenery see puffins from mid-May until mid-August. Dinner and Farewell dinner at a restaurant in Reykjavík and the last & unique Innuit culture. overnight at hotel. night is spent in Iceland’s capital. Overnight at Hotel Klettur. See pages 18-19 for details or visit our website DAY 5 FRIDAY, JULY 19 [B,D] for additional pre- & post-tour options. Patreksfjörður―West Iceland: Travel to the majestic DAY 12 FRIDAY, JULY 26 [B] Reykjavik―Depart: Tour ends following breakfast. Arnarfjörður for a view of the Dynjandi waterfall, hailed as www.brekketours.com the country’s most beautiful. Continue along the southern Independent transfer on Flybus shuttle to the Keflavik shores of the West Fjords to the remote Vogur Country Airport for return flight. Lodge in West Iceland for dinner and overnight. WWW.BREKKETOURS.COM | 1-800-437-5302 17 PRE- and POST-TOUR EXTENSIONS Independent Pre- and Post-Tour Options

COPENHAGEN / OSLO COPENHAGEN / STOCKHOLM

DAY 1 COPENHAGEN DAY 1 COPENHAGEN―STOCKHOLM Arrive in Copenhagen. Balance of day free. Overnight at Depart Copenhagen by high-speed train through the Comfort Hotel Vesterbro or similar in the city center. Swedish countryside to Stockholm. Transfer on own to hotel. Overnight at Clarion Sign Hotel or similar. DAY 2 COPENHAGEN [B] Upgrade to 1st class train ticket from $35 per person. Breakfast at hotel. Morning sightseeing tour of Flight options are also available. Please inquire upon Copenhagen’s major sights. View Amalienborg Palace, the registration for quote. Royal Danish Opera with its splendid panoramic view, the Danish Parliament Christiansborg, Islands Brygge and of DAY 2 STOCKHOLM [B] course the Little Mermaid. Overnight at hotel. Breakfast at hotel. Morning sightseeing tour by bus and DAY 3 COPENHAGEN―OSLO [B,D] boat passes the most famous buildings and views over Day free in Copenhagen to browse the world’s longest the city. View city districts and famous sights such as shopping street, Strøget. At 4:30pm, depart on an overnight Stockholm City Hall, the Royal Palace, Gamla Stan (Old Copenhagen cruise to Oslo. Dinner and overnight on board (outside Town), Långholmen and the Royal Djurgården on this tour. commodore cabin). Afternoon free for independent explorations. Overnight at hotel. DAY 4 ARRIVE OSLO [B] Breakfast on board. Arrive in Oslo at 9:45am and DAY 3 STOCKHOLM [B] disembark. Transfer on own to city center hotel. Tour ends following breakfast at hotel. Itinerary can be reversed (Oslo to Copenhagen). Itinerary can be reversed (Stockholm to Copenhagen). Price per person from...... $685 Price per person from...... $495 Single Room Supplement...... $350 Single Room Supplement...... $140 Add a night in Copenhagen from $170 per person. Alternative Add a night in Stockholm from $125 per person. Alternative sightseeing tours and excursions are available upon request. sightseeing tours and excursions are available upon request.

REYKJAVIK REYKJAVIK & SOUTH SHORE

En route to Europe: DAY 1 REYKJAVIK Morning arrival. Transfer to Reykjavik. Afternoon city tour. Reykjavik DAY 1 REYKJAVIK Morning arrival. Transfer to Reykjavik. Afternoon city tour. Overnight at CenterHotel Plaza or similar. Overnight at CenterHotel Plaza or similar. DAY 2 GOLDEN CIRCLE & NATURE BATH [B] DAY 2 GOLDEN CIRCLE TOUR [B] Full-day Golden Circle Tour visiting Thingvellir National Full-day Golden Circle Tour visiting Gullfoss waterfall, Park, Fontana Geothermal Baths, Gullfoss waterfall and Geysir hot springs and Thingvellir National Park. Return to Geysir hot springs. You will also visit a geothermal bakery. Reykjavik. Overnight at hotel. Return to Reykjavik. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 3 REYKJAVIK [B] DAY 3 SOUTH SHORE ADVENTURE [B] Early breakfast at hotel. Transfer to airport for onward flight. Drive along the south shore of Iceland to the extraordinary glacial lagoon, Jökulsárlón. On the way, pass villages in Returning from Europe: the south, Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls, as DAY 1 REYKJAVIK well as Skaftafell National Park, a green oasis at the feet Afternoon arrival. Transfer to Reykjavik with optional stop of Europe’s largest glacier, Vatnajökull. Once you reach at Blue Lagoon (from $95). Overnight at CenterHotel Plaza Jökulsárlón, enjoy a stunning boat tour between floating or similar. icebergs and other large blocks of ice. Return to Reykjavik in the late evening. Overnight at hotel. DAY 2 GOLDEN CIRCLE TOUR [B] Skogafoss Full-day Golden Circle Tour. Overnight in Reykjavik. DAY 4 REYKJAVIK [B] Early breakfast at hotel. Transfer to airport for onward flight. DAY 3 REYKJAVIK [B] WANT MORE INFORMATION? Morning city sightseeing tour of Reykjavik. Transfer to Itinerary can be done as a stopover from Europe as For detailed itineraries, additional airport for return flight. well. pre- and post-tour options, or to request a Price per person from...... $605 Price per person from...... $960 customized extension, please contact [email protected] Single Room Supplement...... $295 Single Room Supplement...... $445 or visit us online at: Add a night in Reykjavik from $180 per person. Alternative Add a night in Reykjavik from $180 per person. Alternative www.brekketours.com sightseeing tours and excursions are available upon request. sightseeing tours and excursions are available upon request. Prices based on travel June 1 - August 31. Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Prices are subject to change.

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STOCKHOLM / OSLO STOCKHOLM / HELSINKI

DAY 1 STOCKHOLM DAY 1 STOCKHOLM―HELSINKI [D] Arrive in Stockholm. Balance of day free. Overnight at Morning free in Stockholm. In the afternoon, transfer on Clarion Hotel Sign or similar in the city center. own to the quay for an overnight cruise across the Baltic Sea to Finland. Boarding begins at 4:00pm with departure DAY 2 STOCKHOLM [B] at 5:00pm. Dinner and overnight on board (outside cabin). Breakfast at hotel. Morning sightseeing tour by bus and boat passes the most famous buildings and views over DAY 2 HELSINKI [B] the city. View city districts and famous sights such as Breakfast on board. Arrive in Helsinki at 9:55am. Following Stockholm City Hall, the Royal Palace, Gamla Stan (Old disembarkation, transfer on own to hotel. Balance of day Town), Långholmen and the Royal Djurgården on this tour. free to enjoy sights around Helsinki including Senate Afternoon free. Overnight at hotel. Square, the Temppeliaukio Rock Church and the market square. Overnight at Clarion Hotel Helsinki or similar. DAY 3 STOCKHOLM―OSLO [B] Depart Stockholm and travel through the Swedish DAY 3 HELSINKI [B] countryside by train to Oslo. Upon arrival in Oslo, transfer Tour ends following breakfast at hotel. Helsinki on own to city center hotel. Add a 5-day cruise package roundtrip from Helsinki to St. Upgrade to 1st class train ticket from $25 per person. Petersburg, Russia without a Russian visa from $1015 Flight options are also available. Please inquire upon per person. Package includes: 2 nights on board your ship, registration for quote. 2 nights in St. Petersburg and sightseeing tours. Itinerary can be reversed (Stockholm to Oslo). Itinerary can be reversed (Helsinki to Stockholm). Price per person from...... $480 Price per person from...... $305 Single Room Supplement...... $140 Single Room Supplement...... $210 Add a night in Stockholm from $125 per person. Alternative Add a night in Helsinki from $75 per person. Alternative sightseeing tours and excursions are available upon request. sightseeing tours and excursions are available upon request.

ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA FAROE ISLANDS

DAY 1 STOCKHOLM―HELSINKI DAY 1 TÓRSHAVN Depart from Stockholm in the evening at 4:00pm. Arrive on the Faroe Islands from Copenhagen, Reykjavik Passengers of all nationalities traveling on M/S Anastasia or Bergen (package price includes airfare / price is subject St. Petersburg can enjoy St. Petersburg without a Russian visa. to change based on availability). Transfer to charming Tórshavn, with its colorful buildings and unique character. DAY 2 HELSINKI―CRUISING Balance of day free. Overnight at Hotel Hafnia or similar. Arrive in Helsinki at 11:30am. Depart at 6:00pm for overnight cruising to St. Petersburg. DAY 2 SIGHTSEEING CRUISE [B] Experience the untamed nature of the Faroe Islands DAY 3 ST. PETERSBURG onboard Norðlysið, a two-masted sailboat. Visit sites that Arrive in St. Petersburg. Join a panoramic city tour featuring can only be reached by water, with a surprise around every Admiralty; St. Isaac’s Cathedral; St. Nicolas Cathedral and point. Overnight at hotel. Palace Square. Overnight at the Ambassador Hotel. DAY 3 VÁGAR [B] Take a bus ride along the mountain road to Norðadalsskarð, DAY 4 ST. PETERSBURG [B] for an indescribable view over the island Koltur. Pass several Today, tour the Hermitage Museum featuring Old Masters, state rooms of the Winter Palace and Impressionists´ small villages and stop at the airport before continuing Exhibition. Overnight at the Ambassador Hotel. to Tindhólm for a magnificent view. Overnight at hotel. DAY 4 VESTMANNA [B] DAY 5 ST. PETERSBURG―CRUISING [B] Travel to Vestmanna where you will sail to the infamous bird Faroe Islands Excursion to Pushkin and Catherine's Palace. Transfer to cliffs. After the boat tour, stop at Kvívík to see the ancient the ferry terminal for 7:00pm departure for Helsinki. Viking settlements before returning to your hotel. DAY 6 HELSINKI DAY 5 TÓRSHAVN [B] WANT MORE INFORMATION? Tour ends upon arrival in Helsinki. Tour ends following transfer to airport for departure. For detailed itineraries, additional Price per person from...... $1080 Price per person from...... $1395 pre- and post-tour options, or to request a customized extension, please contact Single Room Supplement...... $550 Single Room Supplement...... $425 [email protected] Rates may vary due to flexible pricing for cruise. Visa-free Rates may vary due to flexible pricing for flights. Alternative or visit us online at: cruise also available roundtrip from Helsinki. sightseeing tours and excursions may be substituted. www.brekketours.com Prices based on travel June 1 - August 31. Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Prices are subject to change.

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CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

Hailed as "The World's Most Beautiful Voyage," sail along Norway's 1,250 mile coastline

Authentic experiences in breathtaking nature, indulge in local food provided on board, relax in peaceful surroundings, meet fellow explorers and local people on board, learn from a knowledgeable and dedicated crew

DAY 6 ØKSFJORD―BERLEVÅG [B,L,D] ITINERARY | 12/7/6 DAYS Enjoy the magnificent sub-Arctic landscape as we cross CRUISE INFORMATION the 71st parallel on our journey towards the , the northernmost point on the continent. In summer, you • Daily departures, year-round might see herds of reindeer and campsites belonging to • 34 ports of call on the 12-day roundtrip voyage Kirkenes the indigenous Sámi people. In winter, experience the • Over 60 optional shore excursions Tromsø snow-clad valleys, the fresh winter air, and perhaps see the Svolvær • Choice of 12 ships Bodø magical northern lights. Shore excursions are available. • English-speaking expedition leader & crew NORWAY DAY 7 BÅTSFJORD―KIRKENES [B,L,D] • Daily presentations & interpretive briefings The vistas become more dramatic as we approach • Fresh food from local produce Trondheim Kirkenes, just a few miles from the Russian border. This Ålesund is ’s turning point. Northbound passengers will disembark upon arrival. After a few hours docked at ITINERARY INCLUDES Kirkenes, the ship will depart upon the southbound half of Bergen her voyage. Shore excursions are available. • 12-, 7- or 6-day cruise from Bergen or Kirkenes • Accommodations in selected cabin category, basic DAY 1 BERGEN―EMBARKATION [D] DAY 8 MEHAMN―TROMSØ [B,L,D] fare category Embark on your Norwegian cruise in the evening. The ship arrives at Honningsvåg in the early morning. After • Full board [B,L,D] while on board Overnight in Bergen prior to cruise departure is calling at Havøysund, she will stop in Hammerfest, the • Cruise information kit recommended for international flight arrivals. Price world’s most northerly town. Despite its remote location, it from $130 per person for city center hotel. was the first Norwegian town to have electric street lighting and its own power station. You’ll dock in Tromsø just in time DAY 2 FLORØ―MOLDE [B,L,D] CRUISE PRICING to savor its nightlife. Shore excursions are available. We continue north to Ålesund, a beautiful town filled with perfect examples of Art Nouveau architecture. Between DAY 9 ― [B,L,D] Cabin Category Price June 2 - September 1, sail through the Geirangerfjord past The daylight sailing through the Lofoten Islands is a Polar Inside...... from $4905 sheer cliffs and waterfalls. During the winter, we fascinate highlight for many Hurtigruten guests. The Lofoten region Polar Outside...... from $5618 you with our expert-led lectures about the aurora borealis, is renowned for its natural beauty with steep mountains, the northern lights. Shore excursions are available. Arctic Superior...... from $6622 wild nature, and small, picturesque fishing villages. This Expedition Suite...... from $12509 day also offers several exciting excursions that will make DAY 3 TRONDHEIM―RØRVIK [B,L,D] you feel like a natural-born explorer. The architecture and surroundings in Trondheim create All rates are per person based on double occupancy and are subject to change without notice. Rates a beautiful and almost-mythical setting, whether you are DAY 10 BODØ―RØRVIK [B,L,D] apply to 12-day voyages between July 1 - August 31, exploring the city by foot, bike, or boat. Kayak on the river The Helgeland coast, with its hundreds of islets, fertile 2019. For single supplement pricing, please contact Nid and into the city’s smaller channels, or take a guided farmland, and steep granite walls, is rich in local lore. our office. tour to discover the city’s most striking features. Shore Legends include how an arrow fired by the Hestmannen excursions are available. troll formed the hole in Torghatten Mountain. Airfare and transfers are not included but are available from Brekke Tours upon request. DAY 4 BRØNNØYSUND―SVOLVÆR [B,L,D] DAY 11 TRONDHEIM―MOLDE [B,L,D] The Arctic Circle marks the border of the Arctic region. In Today gives you another opportunity to explore the city of summer this means 24-hour daylight - often referred to as Trondheim. Passing the islands of Munkholmen, , and PORT-TO-PORT the ‘midnight sun.’ During fall and winter, being above this thousands of islets and skerries, we stop in Port-to-port options are also available on board degree of latitude gives you the best chance of experiencing and then cross the open sea on our way to Molde. Shore Hurtigruten ships. Travel from Bergen to Trondheim the northern lights. Shore excursions are available. excursions are available. or from Trondheim to Kirkenes for a chance to DAY 5 HARSTAD―TROMSØ―SKJERVØY [B,L,D] DAY 12 ÅLESUND―BERGEN [B,L] explore new areas of Norway. Get ready for a day full of exciting activities, whatever During the night, the ship will call at Ålesund, Torvik, and For details or quotes, please contact our office the season! Visiting Risøyhamn, Harstad, Finnsnes, and Måløy as the world’s most beautiful voyage draws to a at [email protected] or 1-800-437-5302. the capital of the Arctic, Tromsø, you can join several close. Disembark your Norwegian Coastal Voyage in excursions such as whale watching, Husky dog sledding, Bergen. Transfer to the airport for your return flight or www.brekketours.com polar history walks, mountain hikes and kayaking. extend your stay in Norway with a land tour.. 20 1-800-437-5302 | WWW.BREKKETOURS.COM SCANDINAVIA & RUSSIA CRUISE Cruise A: June 12 - 23 | Cruise B: July 15 - 26 | Cruise C: August 17 - 28

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki, St. Petersburg, Tallinn, Berlin, Oslo

Sail roundtrip from Copenhagen to the Baltic Capitals of: Oslo, Norway; Tallinn, Estonia; St. Petersburg, Russia; Helsinki, Finland; Stockholm, Sweden. Opportunity to travel to Berlin, Germany and explore the city of a variety of shore excursions

architecture that resulted features a mixture of styles from CRUISE INFORMATION ITINERARY | 12 DAYS ornate Russian Baroque churches to neo-classical palaces. CRUISE INFORMATION St. Petersburg has more than 200 museums and one of the largest English gardens in Europe! Meals served on board. • Additional departures dates available • 6 ports of call in Sweden, Finland, Russia, Estonia, St. Petersburg DAY 6 JUNE 17 / JULY 20 / AUGUST 22 [B,L,D] Germany and Norway Helsinki St. Petersburg, Russia: Spend your day exploring St. • Variety of optional shore excursions Oslo Petersburg alone or on one of the many shore excursions. Stockholm • Visit Russia without a VISA (if you take shore Depart for Estonia at 6:00pm. Meals served on board. Tallinn excursions offered by the cruise company. DAY 7 JUNE 18 / JULY 21 / AUGUST 23 [B,L,D] Otherwise, a Russian VISA is required and is NOT Tallinn, Estonia: Spend your morning in medieval Tallinn included in price) Copenhagen on a guided walking tour or visit Orthodox Alexander ITINERARY INCLUDES Nevsky Cathedral and Gothic St. Mary’s Cathedral (Dome ITINERARY INCLUDES Church), the city’s oldest church. Depart for Germany at Warnemünde 5:00pm. Meals served on board. • 12-day cruise roundtrip from Copenhagen • Accommodations in selected cabin category, DAY 1 JUNE 12 / JULY 15 / AUGUST 17 [D] DAY 8 JUNE 19 / JULY 22 / AUGUST 24 [B,L,D] double occupancy Copenhagen―Embark: Day free for a stroll through the At Sea: Spend the day at sea traveling from Estonia to popular shopping street, Strøget, or a visit to Tivoli Gardens. Germany. Take advantage of the many on-board amenities. • Full board [B,L,D] while on board cruise ship Independent transfer to quay. Depart from Copenhagen at Meals served on board. • Cruise information kit 6:00pm and begin your journey through the Baltic. DAY 9 JUNE 20 / JULY 23 / AUGUST 25 [B,L,D] DAY 2 JUNE 13 / JULY 16 / AUGUST 18 [B,L,D] Warnemünde, Germany: Dock at Warnemünde at CRUISE PRICING At Sea: Spend the day at sea traveling from Denmark to 7:00am. From here, you can travel to Berlin and explore Sweden. Take advantage of the many on-board amenities the city on a variety of shore excursions. Germany’s capital Cabin Category Price including swimming pools, fitness center, casino, theater city is a city that balances cosmopolitan chic with a liberal Inside...... from $2089 and nightclub. Meals served on board. undercurrent of creativity and cool. Famous landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate and Reichstag fascinate. The Balcony...... from $2644 DAY 3 JUNE 14 / JULY 17 / AUGUST 19 [B,L,D] elegant Bavarian Quarter amazes. You may wish to tour Mini-Suite/Suite...... from $2699 Stockholm, Sweden: Arrive in Stockholm at 7:00am. the Allied Museum, the World War II Memorial, and the Price based on June 12, 2019 departure date. All rates Laced by an ingenious network of waterways and bridges Brandenburg Gate before returning to the ship for departure are per person based on double occupancy and are subject strung between a freshwater lake and the sea, Stockholm at 9:00pm. Meals served on board. is easily seen on foot or by waterway cruise. Its gabled to change without notice. For single supplement pricing, please contact our office. old townhouses peer over cobblestone streets, while its DAY 10 JUNE 21 / JULY 24 / AUGUST 26 [B,L,D] magnificent 17th century palace overlooks the harbor. At Sea: Spend the day at sea traveling from Germany to Price does not include international airfare, transfers, travel Depart for Finland at 7:00pm. Meals served on board. Norway. Take advantage of the many on-board amenities. insurance, optional excursions, gratuities or government Meals served on board. taxes and fees (approx. $185 per person). Government DAY 4 JUNE 15 / JULY 18 / AUGUST 20 [B,L,D] taxes, fees, and fuel supplement, (where applicable) are Helsinki, Finland: Arrive in Helsinki 10:00am. Welcome DAY 11 JUNE 22 / JULY 25 / AUGUST 27 [B,L,D] additional and subject to change. to Scandinavia’s “White City of the North,” a city defined Oslo, Norway: Arrive in Oslo, Scandinavia’s oldest capital more by its people and Art Nouveau architecture than its city, at 7:00am. Norway’s capital boasts a sophisticated, EXTEND YOUR STAY chilly climate. The city has a very well-preserved history. yet cozy charm, with a blend of 19th and 20th century There are dozens of museums that transport you to a very buildings, many decorated with woodcarvings and bright Add an extra night in Copenhagen before or after different time, but there’s also a state-of-the-art nightlife. frescoes, and wide avenues dotted with public squares your 12-day voyage from $170 per person based on Depart for Russia at 6:00pm. Meals served on board. and parks. Return to your ship at 2:00pm and sail on to double occupancy. Or add a stopover in Reykjavik, Denmark. Meals served on board. or a visit to the Faroe Islands en route to Denmark. DAY 5 JUNE 16 / JULY 19 / AUGUST 21 [B,L,D] St. Petersburg, Russia: Sail into St. Petersburg at DAY 12 JUNE 23 / JULY 26 / AUGUST 28 [B] See pages 18-19 for details or visit our website 6:30am. Russia’s “Window on the West,” St. Petersburg Copenhagen, Denmark—Depart: Disembarkation begins for additional pre- & post-tour options. remains one of the world’s most beautiful metropolises. this morning. Enjoy an optional shore excursion or transfer Two great architects helped bring Peter the Great’s vision on own to the airport for your return flight. www.brekketours.com of St. Petersburg to life: Rastrelli and Carlo Rossi. The rich WWW.BREKKETOURS.COM | 1-800-437-5302 21 INDEPENDENT TRAVEL OPTIONS Featuring Norway's Fjord Country

3-DAY NORWAY IN A NUTSHELL SPECTACULAR FJORD ADVENTURE

DAY 1 ARRIVE BERGEN DAY 1 ARRIVE OSLO Arrive in Bergen. Overnight at Clarion Admiral Hotel or Arrive in Oslo. Overnight at Thon Opera Hotel or similar. similar. DAY 2 OSLO [B] DAY 2 NORWAY IN A NUTSHELL [B] Day free for independent exploration or a city sightseeing Depart Bergen by train. Arrive in Voss and depart by tour. Overnight at hotel. bus to Gudvangen. Board the ferry for a cruise on the DAY 3 OSLO―FLÅM―BALESTRAND [B,D] Nærøyfjord and Aurlandfjord to Flåm. Arrive in the quaint Transfer on own to train station for departure on the fjord community of Flåm for departure on board the famous famed Oslo/Bergen Railway to Myrdal. Change to Flåm Railway to Myrdal. In Myrdal, change to the Oslo/ the Flåm Line and descend 2800 feet within 13 miles Bergen Railway and return to Bergen. Upon arrival in to Flåm. Board the Flåm Express boat to Balestrand. Bergen, transfer to hotel on own for overnight. Dinner and overnight at the charming Kvikne’s Hotel. DAY 3 BERGEN [B] DAY 4 BALESTRAND―BERGEN [B] Oslo / Bergen Railway Tour ends following breakfast at hotel. Transfer to the pier and board the Sognefjord Express boat to Bergen. Upon arrival, transfer on own to the Clarion 3-day Norway in a Nutshell tours are also available from Admiral Hotel, or similar, for overnight. Oslo to Bergen or Bergen to Oslo. Price from $735 per person based on double occupancy. Package includes: DAY 5 BERGEN [B] • 2 nights hotel accommodations in Oslo/Bergen & Voss Tour ends following breakfast at hotel. • Train, bus and ferry between Oslo - Bergen (or v.v.) Itinerary can be reversed (Bergen to Oslo). Price per person from...... $570 Price per person from...... $940 Single Room Supplement...... $105 Single Room Supplement...... $205 Add a night in Bergen from $130 per person. Add a night in Balestrand or Flåm from $135 per person. Sightseeing tours and activities are available upon request. Sightseeing tours and activities are available upon request.

6-DAY NORWAY IN A NUTSHELL NATURAL ELEMENTS OF NORWAY

DAY 1 ARRIVE OSLO DAY 1 ARRIVE BERGEN Arrive in Oslo. Overnight at Thon Hotel Opera or similar. Arrive in Bergen. Overnight at Augustin Hotel or similar. Fjord Cruise DAY 2 BERGEN―SOGNDAL [B] DAY 2 OSLO [B] Depart Bergen by express boat along the Sognefjord to Day free to enjoy a variety of optional sightseeing tours of Sogndal. Overnight at Quality Hotel Sogndal or similar. Oslo. Overnight at hotel. DAY 3 GLACIER EXPERIENCE [B] DAY 3 OSLO―VOSS [B] Travel by glacier bus to Jostedalen. 2-hour glacier hike on Depart Oslo on the Oslo/Bergen Railway for Voss. Nigards Glacier. Return to Sogndal for overnight at hotel. Overnight at Fleischer’s Hotel or similar. DAY 4 SOGNDAL―BALESTRAND―FLÅM [B] Ferry to Balestrand. Cruise the Aurlandfjord from Balestrand DAY 4 VOSS―FLÅM―VOSS―BERGEN [B] to Flåm. Overnight at Flåmsbrygga Hotel or similar. Depart Voss by bus via the Stalheim Road to Gudvangen. Cruise to Flåm. Board the Flåm Line and travel to Myrdal. DAY 5 DOWNHILL BIKING [B] Transfer to the Oslo/Bergen line and continue by train to Board the Flåm Railway to Myrdal. Collect your bikes for Bergen. Overnight at Clarion Admiral Hotel or similar. the return journey to Flåm. Overnight at hotel. DAY 6 FLÅM―VOSS [B] DAY 5 BERGEN [B] Morning cruise to Gudvangen. Drive the Stalheim Road Day free for independent explorations. Overnight at hotel. to Voss. Overnight at Park Hotel or similar.

Geirangerfjord DAY 6 BERGEN [B] DAY 7 WHITE WATER RAFTING [B] Tour ends following breakfast or sail to Trondheim on the Morning white water rafting adventure. Afterward, depart Norwegian Coastal Voyage (see page 20, days 1-3). by train to Bergen for overnight at Augustin Hotel or similar. WANT MORE INFORMATION? DAY 8 BERGEN [B] For detailed itineraries, additional Itinerary can be reversed (Bergen to Oslo). Tour ends following breakfast at hotel. pre- and post-tour options, or to request a Price per person from...... $1165 Price per person from...... $1455 customized extension, please contact [email protected] Single Room Supplement...... $260 Single Room Supplement...... $310 or visit us online at: Add a night in Oslo from $95 or Bergen from $130 per person. Add a night in Bergen from $105 per person. www.brekketours.com Sightseeing tours and activities are available upon request. Sightseeing tours and activities are available upon request. Prices based on travel June 1 - August 31. Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Prices are subject to change.

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NORDIC DELIGHT AROUND ICELAND - SELF DRIVE

Begin your journey through Scandinavia Begin your journey through Iceland with a 3-day excursion through Norway’s fjord country with two nights in the capital city of Reykjavik, city from Bergen to Oslo (see page 22). sightseeing tour and a guided buggy adventure. Price from $735 per person based on double occupancy. Price from $750 per person based on double occupancy.

DAY 1 ARRIVE OSLO DAY 1 ARRIVE ICELAND―HVERAGERDI Arrive in Oslo. Overnight at the Grand Hotel or similar. Pick up rental car at airport (Toyota Auris Automatic or similar). Drive along the Reykjanes peninsula towards the DAY 2 OSLO [B] village of Hveragerdi for overnight. Morning sightseeing tour of Oslo includes the Viking Ship DAY 2 HVERAGERDI―BORGARFJORDUR [B] Museum and Vigeland Park. Overnight at hotel. Drive to Gullfoss waterfall and the hot springs at Geysir. DAY 3 OSLO―COPENHAGEN [B,D] Visit Thingvellir National Park, before driving through Day free in Oslo to visit the Resistance Museum, the Hvalfjordurfjord to Borgarfjordur for overnight. Stockholm Norwegian Folk Museum and more. Transfer on own to DAY 3 BORGARFJORDUR―AKUREYRI [B] the pier for 4:30pm departure onboard a DFDS Seaways. Drive north through Borgarfjordur to the shores of Hunafloi Overnight cruise to Copenhagen (boarding begins at bay and the horse breeding valley of Skagafjordur. 3:00pm). Dinner and overnight on board in outside cabin. Continue to Akureyri, the capital of the north for overnight.

DAY 4 COPENHAGEN [B] DAY 4 AKUREYRI―LAKE MÝVATN [B] Arrive in Copenhagen at 9:45am. Transfer on own to hotel. Spend the morning exploring the town of Akureyri. Continue Balance of day free to use your Copenhagen sightseeing your journey to the unique Lake Mývatn area. Stop en card to visit sights around the city including Amalienborg route to Mývatn to view the beautiful Godafoss waterfalls, Palace and the Little Mermaid statue. Overnight at the which have a unique connection to Iceland‘s Viking Age. Comfort Hotel Vesterbro or similar. Overnight in North Iceland. DAY 5 LAKE MÝVATN [B] DAY 5 COPENHAGEN―STOCKHOLM [B]Explore the wonders of Lake Mývatn and surrounding Transfer on own to train station. Travel by train to area, including the lava formations at Dimmuborgir or the Stockholm (inquire about airfare). Transfer on own to First volcanic area of Krafla. Overnight in Lake Mývatn. Hotel Reisen, or similar for overnight. DAY 6 LAKE MÝVATN―EGILSSTADIR [B] DFDS Cruise DAY 6 STOCKHOLM [B] Drive north to the fishing port of Husavik, where you might Breakfast at hotel. Morning sightseeing tour by bus and stop to enjoy a whale watching boat tour. Head around boat passes the most famous buildings and views over Tjornes peninsula on the edge of the Arctic Circle. Visit the city. View city districts and famous sights such as Asbyrgi, a magnificent horseshoe-shaped canyon and Stockholm City Hall, the Royal Palace, Gamla Stan (Old Jokulsargljufur National Park. Proceed to Dettifoss Town), Långholmen and the Royal Djurgården on this tour. waterfall before heading to Egilsstadir for overnight. Afternoon free. Overnight at hotel. DAY 7 EGILSSTADIR―HÖFN [B] Drive south through the East Fjords, where towering DAY 7 STOCKHOLM―HELSINKI [B,D] mountains plunge vertically into the ocean. The journey Morning free. In the afternoon, transfer on own to the quay continues to the town of Höfn where you overnight. for an overnight cruise across the Baltic Sea to Finland. Boarding begins at 4:00pm with departure at 5:00pm. DAY 8 HÖFN―KIRKJUBAEJARKLAUSTUR [B] Dinner and overnight on board in outside cabin. Drive to the Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon before continuing to Skaftafell National Park. On to the picturesque village of DAY 8 HELSINKI [B] Kirkjubaejarklaustur for overnight. Arrive in Helsinki. Transfer on own to hotel. Balance of day DAY 9 KIRKJUBAEJARKLAUSTUR―REYKJAVIK [B] free to enjoy a variety of sights around the city. Overnight Drive along the south coast, a sweeping landscape of Iceland at Clarion Hotel Helsinki, or similar. sandy deserts and rocky shores to Reykjavik for overnight. DAY 9 HELSINKI [B] DAY 10 REYKJAVIK [B] Tour ends following breakfast. Visit our website for optional Visit the Blue Lagoon en route to Keflavik Airport to return WANT MORE INFORMATION? extensions to St. Petersburg and/or Moscow. rental car. Services end upon arrival to airport. For detailed itineraries, additional Price per person from...... $2040 Price for 2 people from...... $5355 pre- and post-tour options, or to request a Price is based on 2 people sharing room and car rental. Price customized extension, please contact Single Room Supplement...... $1175 based on 24-hr rental days starting at the time of rental. Single [email protected] Rates may vary due to flexible pricing for cruise. Additional and triple rates on request. Additional sightseeing tours and or visit us online at: nights can be included upon request. Itinerary can be reversed. activities are available upon request. www.brekketours.com Prices based on travel June 1 - August 31. Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Prices are subject to change.

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