Borton Overseas 2008
Göta Canal Cruise Swedish history and tradition are alive on the Göta Canal, linking Gothenburg and Stockholm through a series of lakes, canals and locks. The canal and ships have been preserved so they can be enjoyed today! Shore excursions highlight many of the sights deep in the heart of Sweden, and onboard you enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, exceptional food and service from the dedicated staff.

Fjords and Glaciers of Norway
This escorted tour is one breathtaking day after another! Cruise the fjords, travel over mountains and through deep valleys, with surprises around every curve in the road!

Borton Overseas features a wide selection of independent and escorted tours, active and adventure holidays and custom tour planning services. For more information, see www.bortonoverseas.com or call 800-843-0602.

The Nordic Company

Grand Scandinavian Capitals
This escorted tour features the very essence of three of Scandinavia’s most inviting capitals. Your crafted tour combines Copenhagen, DFDS sailing into Oslo, Flåm RR, Hanseatic Bergen and Norway’s three major fjords. Traverse the countryside of Sweden ending in charming Stockholm. Helsinki – St. Petersburg extensions available upon request.
                                  
Discover the Fjords and Countryside
Our flagship escorted tour recognized as the NORWAY FJORD TOUR not to be missed! Historic Hotels, Flåm RR, Oslo, Bergen and the three most majestic fjords in all of Norway – Hardanger, Sogne, and Geiranger, plus the grandeur of glaciers, mountains and waterfalls! Only 28 travelers per departure!

For other escorted tour or independent – customized travel options, contact
The Nordic Company located in Madison, WI, 1-888-806-7226
E-mail: info@nordicco.com Website: www.nordicco.com

Svea Adventures
Svea Adventures invites you to take part in a true Scandinavian Experience! We offer responsible and adventure vacations Sweden and Iceland. Discover Europe's last wilderness areas, archipelago islands and fairy tale forests by foot, horse, bike or kayak, while the sun barely sets below the horizon.

Nordic Saga Horseback Adventure
Explore southern Sweden's highlands on horseback - an area known for its mythology, fairy tales and legends - commonly referred to as Sweden's "Troll Belt".

High Coast Self-Guided Hiking Adventure
Enjoy a self-guided hiking adventure in the High Coast World Heritage Site. Follow the panoramic High Coast Trail as it winds past fjords, over hills and along the ocean.

Check out all the adventure trips Svea Adventures offers in Sweden and Iceland. Choose from horseback riding, hiking, biking, sea kayaking, rafting and multi-sport and winter adventures. Visit www.sveaadventures.com for more information.

Shop Tax Free with Global Refund in the Nordic Countries
Thousands of stores in the Nordic countries offer visitors the opportunity to shop Tax Free and receive up to 19% VAT refund. By utilizing the TAX FREE SHOPPING service offered by these stores, visitors will receive their Cash Refund (price reduction) in a simple and customer-friendly manner when leaving the country. Some facts:

• VAT rates:
  Sweden, Norway & Denmark: 25%
  Finland: 22%
  Iceland: 24,5%
  
  
• Goods must be exported in unused condition
  Sweden, Iceland, Denmark & Finland: Within 3 month from purchasing date. Norway: Within 1 month from purchasing date.
  
  
• The Tax Refund Service is applicable to all non-EU residents
  
  
• Minimum purchase amount is varies from country to country.
  
  Please visit our website www.globalrefund.com for more information.

PASSAGE TOURS

Passage Tours is a preferred tour operator based in US since 1978. We offer
independent and escorted tours to Scandinavia, Baltic and Russia. Owners and staff are Scandinavians.

Coastal Steamer Symphony A ten days’ adventure on sea and land. Fly into Norway’s fjord capital Bergen. Spend seven days on Hurtigruten’s unique northbound voyage.

An Icelandic Quartet
9 days including four in-depth excursions of the fascinating island.

Welcome to contact us for a quote!
1-800 548 5860
E-mail: info@passagetours.com Website: www.passagetours.com

Five Stars of Scandinavia 2008

Norwegian Odyssey
One of our bestselling tour and cruise programs, combining the world famous coastal voyage on Hurtigruten with the most popular rail excursions in Norway, the Norway in a Nutshell tour. Featuring historic hotels, fjords and coast!

Scenes of the North
Experience the Nordic highlights on this comprehensive escorted journey of Scandinavia and other Nordic capitals. Travel by coach, train, ferries through Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Russia and Finland. Cruise through five fjords, including two that were both recently declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites due to their outstanding beauty.

Nordique Tours
Nordique Tours by Picasso Travel offers value-priced, flexible packages throughout Scandinavia. The packages allow the ultimate in custom itineraries, pre-designed independent tour routes and structured tours with all the camaraderie of an escorted motor coach adventure. Something to suit every travel preference and every budget.

Mystic Fjords
No trip to Scandinavia is complete without a visit through the mesmerizing fjords. Several options are available from May through September – it is an experience you will never forget!

Scandinavian Capitals
Stockholm, Copenhagen and Oslo – three of the world’s most beautiful and most fascinating cities make this one of the most popular tour packages offered. The go-any-day independent itinerary is perfectly suited to these three most welcoming cities.