Scandinavia welcomes visitors with stunning natural beauty, rich Viking lore, modern European values, and fun-loving cities. It's one of Europe's most enjoyable corners — but don't take our word for it. Here are just a few "wow" moments from recent Best of Scandinavia tour members.
"The stays in Stockholm and Copenhagen were excellent. Ærø Island and the fjord boat trip were breathtaking. All of the waterfalls, beautiful scenery, and the mountain stay in Norway were unforgettable experiences."
— Paul, Best of Scandinavia, August 2025
"My favorite WOW moment was Ærø Island! What a magical location! Bike riding along the shore…walking to the colorful beach huts…sampling the beer and whiskey…and the very welcoming locals."
— Janyce, Best of Scandinavia, August 2025
"My most memorable moment was the park of Gustav Vigeland sculptures in Norway. I didn't expect to have the emotional response that I did. The sculptures captured the human experience in a way that I had never experienced before."
— Kim, Best of Scandinavia, July 2025
"The bed and breakfast on the west coast of Sweden where we went on a boat excursion and had the most amazing mussel soup. What a lovely place — I could have spent many days there."
— Bill, Best of Scandinavia, June 2025
"Rather than a specific location or activity, I was wowed by the philosophy embraced by the people of the region, i.e. we all do better when we all do better. That, and how everyone embraces the outdoors and appreciates nature."
— Renee, Best of Scandinavia, August 2025
"I adore that on a Rick Steves tour you feel like a kid experiencing things new for the first time! Food, culture, and history! On this trip my personal wow was the view from my hotel room in Copenhagen with the iconic scene of the colorful Nyhavn harbor."
— Karen, Best of Scandinavia, June 2025
