Scandinavia by Train: Book Your Nordic Rail Holiday
Scandinavia is a great destination for a rail holiday, as the Nordic countries feature fascinating cities and beautiful, unspoilt nature, offering an atmosphere of complete peace.
Denmark, Sweden, and Norway are the three countries that together form Scandinavia, although many travellers visiting the region on a rail holiday often include Finland as well to make a grand tour of the Nordic countries.
For many, a trip by train in Scandinavia or the Nordics offers a chance to visit bustling, history-filled cities such as Copenhagen, Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Helsinki.
Others will be drawn to Scandinavia’s wild natural landscapes, and there are certainly many scenic train journeys you can make on your rail holiday, whether it is Norway’s fantastic Bergen Railway, the train trip to the fjord at Flåm, a ride through the endless pine forests of Sweden, or a night train in Finland that will take you above the Arctic Circle to visit Santa Claus in Rovaniemi.
Whether you travel in summer and make use of the long nights and warm temperatures, or visit in winter for snow and the chance to see the northern lights, Scandinavia is a fantastic rail holiday destination.
On your rail holiday across Scandinavia, you will travel on highly comfortable long-distance services or sleeper trains in the comfort of your private compartment. Many journeys even include ferry crossings, whether around the Norwegian fjords or to get from Sweden to Finland.
No matter whether your interest in Scandinavia lies in its wonderful nature, its unique culture, or its many other historic sights and urban charm, the train is by far the best way to see and experience everything.
Scandinavian rail holiday packages
DiscoverByRail partners with the specialist rail travel company Byway to offer a wide range of rail holidays to Scandinavia and the Nordics, departing from your the railway station of your choice. All train and ferry tickets, accommodation, and full support are included in your holiday package.
As one of the most established and trusted rail travel specialists in the UK, Byway provides a broad selection of appealing train holiday packages, all backed by comprehensive consumer protection.
You can browse all available rail holidays by scrolling through the selection above, entering your preferred destination, or refining the results using filters such as duration, price, and other criteria.
Use the discount code DiscoverByRail75 to receive £75 off any rail holiday booked through Byway.
Customise your rail holiday
Byway’s rail holiday packages can also be fully tailored to suit your preferences, should you wish.
Whether you would like to replace Malmö with a stay in Lund, favour the mountains of Norway over the lakes and forests of Sweden, or simply want to extend your time in Stockholm or add an extra stop along your route, everything can be arranged.
Simply contact Byway by email, telephone, or WhatsApp, and their travel agents will be happy to design your ideal train holiday and answer any questions you may have.
Byway takes care of every aspect of your holiday, from booking train and ferry tickets to arranging hotel accommodation, allowing you to relax and enjoy the journey without worry.
If a train is delayed or cancelled, potentially affecting your travel plans, a dedicated out-of-hours emergency line is available to offer advice and assist with rebooking. This service is included in the cost of your rail holiday package.
Combine Scandinavia with other destinations!
Your Scandinavian rail holiday begins with a train from your local railway station in the UK (or from any other European city of your choice), giving you complete flexibility to shape the itinerary according to your preferences.
If you are travelling from the UK, the most direct route to Scandinavia typically begins with the Eurostar to France, followed by an onward train to Germany. From Germany, you can continue by train into Denmark, or alternatively take a ferry to Sweden or Finland to begin your Nordic journey.
This also gives you plenty of opportunities to include stopovers along the way, if you wish. For example, you could stop over in cities such as Paris, Cologne, or Hamburg before continuing on to Scandinavia.
Alternatively, you could reach Scandinavia by travelling via the Low Countries and Germany, if you wish.
There are endless possibilities when it comes to creating the perfect Scandinavian rail holiday itinerary, as there are numerous train and ferry connections available to choose from.
Byway can book any route you choose, giving you the freedom to customise not only the Scandinavian part of your trip but also the journey there and back.
Customised rail holiday packages
If you would like to plan a customised rail holiday in Scandinavia or have any questions before booking, you are welcome to contact Byway at any time.
You can get in touch via the contact form on their website, or by telephone on +44 1692 660805 if you are based in the UK or Europe, or +1 608 305 8106 if you are calling from the US.
Please mention that you found them through DiscoverByRail. Remember to quote the discount code DiscoverByRail75 to receive £75 off any rail holiday you book through Byway.
Organise and book a rail holiday yourself
Byway is a good choice if you prefer to book your Scandinavian rail holiday as a fully organised package, with all tickets, accommodation, and support all included – ideal for travellers who enjoy rail travel but find it difficult to manage every detail of the arrangements themselves.
However, if you would rather plan and book a rail holiday yourself but find it difficult to create an itinerary or work out where to book all the necessary train tickets, then do take a look at DiscoverByRail’s travel architect service.