CHRISTIAN SCANDINAVIA AND THE FJORDS
13 Days / 11 Nights
STOCKHOLM - UPPSALA - SIGTUNA - LINKOPING - VADSTENA – LUND - MALMO - COPENHAGEN - OSLO – ULVIK - – FLAM – BERGEN
The Christianization of Scandinavia, as well as other Nordic countries and the Baltic countries, took place between the 8th and the 12th centuries. The realms of Denmark, Norway and Sweden (Sweden is an 11th or 12th century merger of the former countries Götaland and Svealand) established their own Archdioceses, responsible directly to the Pope, in 1104, 1154 and 1164, respectively. The conversion to Christianity of the Scandinavian people required more time, since it took additional efforts to establish a network of churches. During the Early Middle Ages the papacy had not yet manifested itself as the central Roman Catholic authority, so that regional variants of Christianity could develop. Since the image of a "victorious Christ" frequently appears in early Germanic art, scholars have suggested that Christian missionaries presented Christ "as figure of strength and luck" and that possibly the Book of Revelation, which presents Christ as victor over Satan, played a central part in the spread of Christianity among the Vikings.

Inclusions
- Round-trip air USA - STOCKHOLM / BERGEN - USA
- Meet and Assist upon arrival by your perillo Tours representative
- Private air-conditioned motor coach with an English speaking Christian guide
- Choice of 3, 4 or 5 star hotels
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- Daily sightseeing as indicated
- Daily Mass
- Overnight cruise as mentioned
- Hotel taxes and servce charges
- All entrance fees
- Hotel taxes and service charges
- Porterage of 1 suitcase per person
- USTOA 1 Million Dollar Travelers Assitance program
This itinerary may be modified to the requirements of your group
**Ask about our Church donation program**
Occasionally local religious and national holidays, weather, traffic conditions and other events may necessitate changes in the sequence of events or the missing of certain events/places. Though every effort will be made to follow the itinerary, it should be considered as an indication, rather than a contract of events and places to be visited.

Inclusions
- Round-trip air USA - STOCKHOLM / BERGEN - USA
- Meet and Assist upon arrival by your perillo Tours representative
- Private air-conditioned motor coach with an English speaking Christian guide
- Choice of 3, 4 or 5 star hotels
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- Daily sightseeing as indicated
- Daily Mass
- Overnight cruise as mentioned
- Hotel taxes and servce charges
- All entrance fees
- Hotel taxes and service charges
- Porterage of 1 suitcase per person
- USTOA 1 Million Dollar Travelers Assitance program
This itinerary may be modified to the requirements of your group
**Ask about our Church donation program**
Occasionally local religious and national holidays, weather, traffic conditions and other events may necessitate changes in the sequence of events or the missing of certain events/places. Though every effort will be made to follow the itinerary, it should be considered as an indication, rather than a contract of events and places to be visited.

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At a Glance
- DAY 1: USA
- DAY 2: STOCKHOLM
- DAY 3: UPPSALA AND SIGTUNA
- DAY 4: STOCKHOLM - LINKOPING
- DAY 5: VADSTENA – LUND - MALMO - COPENHAGEN
- DAY 6: COPENHAGEN
- DAY 7: COPENHAGEN – OSLO
- Day 8: ARRIVE OSLO
- DAY 9: OSLO – ULVIK
- DAY 10: ULVIK
- DAY 11: ULVIK – FLAM – BERGEN
- DAY 12: BERGEN
- DAY 13: USA

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Itinerary
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DAY 1: USA
Today depart with your overnight flight to Stockholm.
DAY 2: STOCKHOLM
Upon arrival in Stockholm meet your Perillo Tour Director and transfer to your hotel. Stockholm, Sweden’s beautiful capital city is set on 14 islands between Lake Malaren and the Baltic. Check into your hotel, the rest of teh day is at leisure to help you adjust to your new time zone. Dinner and overnight accommodations at your hotel. (D.)
DAY 3: UPPSALA AND SIGTUNA
After your daily included breakfast at the hotel, a full day excursion to Uppsala and Sigtuna will begin. The itinerary starts with a picturesque drive through the stunning Swedish countryside. We will stop to admire the well-preserved runic stones and Viking settlements on the way to Uppsala. Once arrived, we will walk the quaint streets of this medieval university city. Along the way, you will see the main attractions of Uppsala Cathedral, University and the Holy Trinity Church. Uppsala was also the home of iconic Swedish King Gustav Vasa, who is regarded as the founder of modern Sweden. After lunch (on own), we will head towards Sigtuna, which is not only the oldest existing Swedish town, but has kept also its original historic atmosphere with traditional wooden houses, church ruins and a street originating in the Viking age. A guided tour to the red-brick St. Mary´s Church built by the Dominican order is also part of the itinerary. During the walking tour, you will be immersed into the ambiance by strolling to admire the Stora Gatan, Sigtuna Boardwalk and ruins of St. Olaf’s Church. Return to Stockholm for dinner and overnight accommodations at your hotel. (B.D.)
DAY 4: STOCKHOLM - LINKOPING
After breakfast depart for a Stockholm City Tour featuring the famous City Hall, historic Old Town including a short walk past the Royal Palace and the Stock Exchange. Continue to the Southern Island where you have a splendid view over the city and the harbor. Later visit the Vasa Ship Museum. Built in 1628, it is the largest battleship of its kind; it unfortunately sank when launched, spending over 333 years on the bottom of the sea until it was raised in 1961. Before heading back to the hotel, we will pay a visit to the Stockholm Cathedral. In the early afternoon, departure to the area of Linköping. Dinner and overnight at our hotel. (B.D.)
DAY 5: VADSTENA – LUND - MALMO - COPENHAGEN
This morning departure to Copenhagen. En-route we stop in Vadstena to visit the Abbey; the present-day monastery of Bridgettine nuns, situated near the ancient abbey, is named Mary's Peace. It was established from a Bridgettine abbey in the Netherlands, one of the very few abbeys of the original branch of the Order that still remain, and currently numbers eight nuns. We continue towards Lund, in Southern Sweden, in order to see its beautiful Cathedral. Continue through the province of Hallandia and stop in the scenic city of Malmo. Later cross the Oresund Bridge from Sweden to Denmark before arriving in the Danish Capital of Copenhagen. Dinner and overnight at hotel. (B.D.)
DAY 6: COPENHAGEN
This morning enjoy a Copenhagen City Tour to see the National Museum, Royal Theater, Christiansborg Palace, Old Stock Exchange, Naval Church, Nyhavn and the famous Little Mermaid Statue. Enjoy a picture stop at the Amalienborg Palace. Later visit the Cathedral Vor Frues Kirke, Church of Our Lady. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure. Dinner at a local restaurant. (B.D.)
DAY 7: COPENHAGEN – OSLO
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning excursion to Roskilde which was once the capital city of Denmark. Today Roskilde is the royal family’s preferred burial place; there are no less than 39 royal graves in Roskilde Cathedral. The city became a modern commercial center with strong historical roots. These are expressed in the Viking Ship Museum, the medieval city, sacred springs, monasteries, barrows – and a cathedral that is a World Heritage Site! And then perhaps we ought to mention that from Roskilde you have a magnificent view of Roskilde Fjord – the Vikings’ waterway out to the rest of the world. Return to Copenhagen and transfer to the pier to board a Scandinavian Seaway Cruise Ship for one night cruise to Oslo. The modern ship has everything to make your journey a special one. Enjoy dinner then relax in the bar or walk around the deck before retiring to your cabin Dinner on board. (B.D.)
Day 8: ARRIVE OSLO
This morning cruise up the Oslo Fjord past charming towns. Arrive in the lively city of Oslo, disembark the ship and enjoy an Oslo City Tour featuring a visit to the impressive Viking Ship Museum. Drive past the medieval Akershus Fortress, the Royal Palace and Town Hall. Later enjoy Oslo at your own pace. Dinner and overnight. (B.D.)
DAY 9: OSLO – ULVIK
Breakfast then depart from Oslo and stop at Torpo Stave Church, the oldest church in the valley and well-known for its 700 year old ceiling decorations. Drive along the Bjoreia River and make a photo stop at Fossli to view the magnificent Voeringfoss Waterfall, one of Europe’s largest. Continue onto the Ulvik area. Dinner and overnight. (B.D.)
DAY 10: ULVIK
Today experience an Ulvik Area tour with its rich cultural landscape. Stop at the Ulvik Wooden Church with wonderful decorations and pulpit from the 16th century. Continue on to visit a Norwegian Weaving Workshop, run by locals who spend their winter nights practicing traditions passed down through generations. Later visit an Apple Cider Press to learn more about this local specialty and taste fresh apple cider. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 11: ULVIK – FLAM – BERGEN
Depart for Flåm and stop at the 13th century Voss Church with its massive stone walls before heading to Gudvangen. Embark on an impressive Aurlands Fjord Cruise passing cascading waterfalls, isolated hamlets and steep mountainsides. Arrive in the small fjord village of Flam to board the famous Flam Railway, ascending more than 2900 feet in less than one hour. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Flam Valley and the thundering sound of waterfalls. Change trains at Myrdal Station and continue to Voss. After an unforgettable train journey board your motorcoach and travel to Bergen. Dinner and overnight. (B.D.)
DAY 12: BERGEN
This morning you will enjoy a Bergen City Tour featuring the old Hanseatic town (Bryggen) Haakonshallen, St. Mary’s Church and Bryggen, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Later visit Troldhaugen, the home of the beloved composer Edvard Grieg. Free afternoon. We suggest you to take the cable car to Mount Floyen for a breathtaking view of this seafaring town. Farewell dinner in one of the restaurants in the Bryggen or at the Fish Market. (B.D.)
DAY 13: USA
After breakfast transfer to the Bergen Airport for your flight home. (B.)
DAY 1: USA
Today depart with your overnight flight to Stockholm.
DAY 2: STOCKHOLM
Upon arrival in Stockholm meet your Perillo Tour Director and transfer to your hotel. Stockholm, Sweden’s beautiful capital city is set on 14 islands between Lake Malaren and the Baltic. Check into your hotel, the rest of teh day is at leisure to help you adjust to your new time zone. Dinner and overnight accommodations at your hotel. (D.)
DAY 3: UPPSALA AND SIGTUNA
After your daily included breakfast at the hotel, a full day excursion to Uppsala and Sigtuna will begin. The itinerary starts with a picturesque drive through the stunning Swedish countryside. We will stop to admire the well-preserved runic stones and Viking settlements on the way to Uppsala. Once arrived, we will walk the quaint streets of this medieval university city. Along the way, you will see the main attractions of Uppsala Cathedral, University and the Holy Trinity Church. Uppsala was also the home of iconic Swedish King Gustav Vasa, who is regarded as the founder of modern Sweden. After lunch (on own), we will head towards Sigtuna, which is not only the oldest existing Swedish town, but has kept also its original historic atmosphere with traditional wooden houses, church ruins and a street originating in the Viking age. A guided tour to the red-brick St. Mary´s Church built by the Dominican order is also part of the itinerary. During the walking tour, you will be immersed into the ambiance by strolling to admire the Stora Gatan, Sigtuna Boardwalk and ruins of St. Olaf’s Church. Return to Stockholm for dinner and overnight accommodations at your hotel. (B.D.)
DAY 4: STOCKHOLM - LINKOPING
After breakfast depart for a Stockholm City Tour featuring the famous City Hall, historic Old Town including a short walk past the Royal Palace and the Stock Exchange. Continue to the Southern Island where you have a splendid view over the city and the harbor. Later visit the Vasa Ship Museum. Built in 1628, it is the largest battleship of its kind; it unfortunately sank when launched, spending over 333 years on the bottom of the sea until it was raised in 1961. Before heading back to the hotel, we will pay a visit to the Stockholm Cathedral. In the early afternoon, departure to the area of Linköping. Dinner and overnight at our hotel. (B.D.)
DAY 5: VADSTENA – LUND - MALMO - COPENHAGEN
This morning departure to Copenhagen. En-route we stop in Vadstena to visit the Abbey; the present-day monastery of Bridgettine nuns, situated near the ancient abbey, is named Mary's Peace. It was established from a Bridgettine abbey in the Netherlands, one of the very few abbeys of the original branch of the Order that still remain, and currently numbers eight nuns. We continue towards Lund, in Southern Sweden, in order to see its beautiful Cathedral. Continue through the province of Hallandia and stop in the scenic city of Malmo. Later cross the Oresund Bridge from Sweden to Denmark before arriving in the Danish Capital of Copenhagen. Dinner and overnight at hotel. (B.D.)
DAY 6: COPENHAGEN
This morning enjoy a Copenhagen City Tour to see the National Museum, Royal Theater, Christiansborg Palace, Old Stock Exchange, Naval Church, Nyhavn and the famous Little Mermaid Statue. Enjoy a picture stop at the Amalienborg Palace. Later visit the Cathedral Vor Frues Kirke, Church of Our Lady. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure. Dinner at a local restaurant. (B.D.)
DAY 7: COPENHAGEN – OSLO
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning excursion to Roskilde which was once the capital city of Denmark. Today Roskilde is the royal family’s preferred burial place; there are no less than 39 royal graves in Roskilde Cathedral. The city became a modern commercial center with strong historical roots. These are expressed in the Viking Ship Museum, the medieval city, sacred springs, monasteries, barrows – and a cathedral that is a World Heritage Site! And then perhaps we ought to mention that from Roskilde you have a magnificent view of Roskilde Fjord – the Vikings’ waterway out to the rest of the world. Return to Copenhagen and transfer to the pier to board a Scandinavian Seaway Cruise Ship for one night cruise to Oslo. The modern ship has everything to make your journey a special one. Enjoy dinner then relax in the bar or walk around the deck before retiring to your cabin Dinner on board. (B.D.)
Day 8: ARRIVE OSLO
This morning cruise up the Oslo Fjord past charming towns. Arrive in the lively city of Oslo, disembark the ship and enjoy an Oslo City Tour featuring a visit to the impressive Viking Ship Museum. Drive past the medieval Akershus Fortress, the Royal Palace and Town Hall. Later enjoy Oslo at your own pace. Dinner and overnight. (B.D.)
DAY 9: OSLO – ULVIK
Breakfast then depart from Oslo and stop at Torpo Stave Church, the oldest church in the valley and well-known for its 700 year old ceiling decorations. Drive along the Bjoreia River and make a photo stop at Fossli to view the magnificent Voeringfoss Waterfall, one of Europe’s largest. Continue onto the Ulvik area. Dinner and overnight. (B.D.)
DAY 10: ULVIK
Today experience an Ulvik Area tour with its rich cultural landscape. Stop at the Ulvik Wooden Church with wonderful decorations and pulpit from the 16th century. Continue on to visit a Norwegian Weaving Workshop, run by locals who spend their winter nights practicing traditions passed down through generations. Later visit an Apple Cider Press to learn more about this local specialty and taste fresh apple cider. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 11: ULVIK – FLAM – BERGEN
Depart for Flåm and stop at the 13th century Voss Church with its massive stone walls before heading to Gudvangen. Embark on an impressive Aurlands Fjord Cruise passing cascading waterfalls, isolated hamlets and steep mountainsides. Arrive in the small fjord village of Flam to board the famous Flam Railway, ascending more than 2900 feet in less than one hour. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Flam Valley and the thundering sound of waterfalls. Change trains at Myrdal Station and continue to Voss. After an unforgettable train journey board your motorcoach and travel to Bergen. Dinner and overnight. (B.D.)
DAY 12: BERGEN
This morning you will enjoy a Bergen City Tour featuring the old Hanseatic town (Bryggen) Haakonshallen, St. Mary’s Church and Bryggen, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Later visit Troldhaugen, the home of the beloved composer Edvard Grieg. Free afternoon. We suggest you to take the cable car to Mount Floyen for a breathtaking view of this seafaring town. Farewell dinner in one of the restaurants in the Bryggen or at the Fish Market. (B.D.)
DAY 13: USA
After breakfast transfer to the Bergen Airport for your flight home. (B.)

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