The Scandinavian Table

Food is the lens through which this journey is experienced.

Along the way, travelers will explore:

• How food reflects land, season, and sustainability

• The connection between tradition and modern Scandinavian cuisine

• Everyday rituals such as hygge and fika

• The role of gathering and shared meals in daily life

This is not about sampling widely, but about experiencing meaningfully by taking time to sit, listen, and engage.

This journey is designed for travelers who value thoughtful, experience-driven travel. 

It is well suited for those who: 

• Enjoy food as a way to understand culture  

• Value conversations with local people and fellow travelers  

• Are curious about the stories behind food, traditions, and everyday life  

• Prefer a relaxed pace with time to engage and explore  

This is not a fast-paced, checklist-driven tour. It is designed for travelers who want time to meet local people, understand the stories behind the food and traditions, and experience each destination at a more thoughtful pace. 

With a maximum of 23 travelers, The Scandinavian Table is intentionally designed around experiences that are more personal in a smaller group—conversations with producers and artisans, shared meals, hands-on culinary experiences, and opportunities to engage more directly with the people we meet. 

• Smaller group access: Better suited to intimate restaurants, workshops, farms, and hosted experiences  

• More personal encounters: More opportunity to ask questions and connect with chefs, producers, artisans, and local hosts  

• Relaxed pace: Time to listen, linger, and enjoy each experience without feeling rushed  

• Guided + free time: A thoughtful balance of curated experiences and independent exploration 

Accommodations have been thoughtfully selected for their exceptional quality, distinctive character, and connection to place. In Copenhagen, the journey is planned around Hotel Kong Arthur, an elegant boutique property in the heart of the city. From there, retreat to the Danish countryside for two nights at Skjoldenæsholm Palace, a historic manor surrounded by peaceful parkland. 

Crossing into Sweden, our planned home in Växjö is PM & Vänner, a celebrated hotel rooted in the region's philosophy of forest, lake, and meadow, with acclaimed dining at the heart of the experience. The journey concludes with three nights at Lydmar Hotel, an intimate luxury boutique hotel overlooking Stockholm's waterfront. 

Together, these carefully chosen properties elevate the journey with memorable settings, warm hospitality, and a strong sense of place, making the accommodations an integral part of The Scandinavian Table experience. .

• 10 nights in distinctive premium accommodations selected for their character and connection to place 

• 10 breakfasts, 8 lunches, and 10 dinners 

• Water, coffee, and tea with included meals, plus selected wines, beer, snaps, and other beverages where specifically included as part of culinary experiences 

• Curated culinary experiences, workshops, tastings, and hosted meals throughout Denmark and Sweden 

• Hands-on smørrebrød workshop and seasonal farm-to-table experiences 

• ØsterGRO rooftop farm tour and communal seasonal lunch 

• Ecological vineyard experience, hosted wine tasting, and winemaker dinner 

• Southern Swedish food traditions, including Korrö and a regional cabin herring meal 

• Stockholm fika experience, guided archipelago lunch cruise, and special farewell dinner 

• Tour Expert & Host Marshall King, supported by a professional local Tour Escort 

• Destination-specific local guides and specialists 

• Private coach transportation and included admissions and activities as outlined in the itinerary 

• Hotel service, guide, and driver gratuities 

• International airfare 

• Meals not identified as included in the itinerary 

• Alcoholic and other beverages unless specifically included as part of a meal, tasting, or culinary experience 

• Porterage of luggage at airports and hotels unless otherwise specified 

• Visa fees and personal expenses

• Gratuities for services not identified as included 

• Travel Insurance (strongly recommended)