Scandinavia & Iceland
Faculty: Seth Sikkema, Ryan Halley
Class Meeting Time: Tuesdays, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Trip Dates: May 2027
Cost: $2,400

Highlights
Scandinavia & Iceland 2027: Culture, Coastlines, and Discovery
Join us on a spectacular journey of culture, history, and natural beauty across Scandinavia and Iceland. Our adventure begins in Copenhagen, Denmark’s lively capital, known for its canals, castles, and modern design. Students will visit the National Museum and Rosenborg Castle, with free time to explore neighborhoods, try local foods, or bike along the harbor. Next, the group travels to Gothenburg, Sweden’s friendly coastal city, where island ferries, cafés, and waterfront views create a relaxed atmosphere. Then it’s on to Oslo, Norway’s dynamic capital. Visits include the Viking Ship Museum and the Nobel Peace Center, balanced with time to enjoy the city’s parks, art, and music scene.
The adventure really ramps up as we jump into the heart of the fjords, passing through Mydal and Flåm to reach Aurland. At this UNESCO Heritage site in Nærøyfjord, students will stand in awe of the majestic waterfalls and mountains while we hike and kayak. Next we travel by ferry and bus to Bergen and prepare to leave for Iceland, where our adventure will reach full peak. Based in Reykjavik, students can explore the Golden Circle, snorkel the Silfra Fissure between tectonic plates, and visit the stunning Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach.
With a balance of guided activities and independent exploration, this trip is designed for students eager to stretch their limits with adventure, connect with new food and cultures, and experience the natural wonders of Northern Europe.
Tentative Itinerary
| Day | Tentative Itinerary | |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Copenhagen | National Museum and Rosenborg Castle |
| Day 2 | Copenhagen | National Museum and Rosenborg Castle |
| Day 3 | Copenhagen | National Museum and Rosenborg Castle |
| Day 4 | Copenhagen | National Museum and Rosenborg Castle |
| Day 5 | Copenhagen | National Museum and Rosenborg Castle |
| Day 6 | Oslo | Transfer to Oslo; city orientation; Viking ship museum |
| Day 7 | Oslo | Transfer to Oslo; city orientation; Viking ship museum |
| Day 8 | Oslo | Transfer to Oslo; city orientation; Viking ship museum |
| Day 9 | Aurland | Travel to Aurland via Mydal and Flam |
| Day 10 | Aurland | Hike or water activity |
| Day 11 | Aurland | Free day to explore; group dinner |
| Day 12 | Bergen | Travel to Bergen; explore city in afternoon |
| Day 13 | Reykjavik | Travel to Iceland city walk, National Museum, Hallgrimskirkja |
| Day 14 | Reykjavik | Golden Circle & Greenhouse day trip (Gullfoss, Thingvellir National Park) |
| Day 15 | Reykjavik | Silfra Fissure snorkel trip; afternoon The Settlement Exhibition (viking ruins and museum) |
| Day 16 | Reykjavik | Free day (Ideas: Blue Lagoon; Foodie Day; Bike Tour; Snæfellsnes peninsula; Skaftafell Glacier) |
| Day 17 | Reykjavik | Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon & Diamond Beach (Skógafoss, Diamond Beach; Seljalandsfoss) |
| Day 18 | Reykjavik | Free day and prepare to return home |
| Day 19 | Return to PDX |
