Scandinavia
Borton Overseas was originally founded in 1894 as Sunden, Vanstrum, and Co. specializing in steamship travel for the new wave of immigrants coming from Scandinavia to the U.S. In 1986, Vanstrum Travel became a division of Borton Overseas,LLC. We’ve since then expanded programming to Greenland, Iceland, and the Baltic.
 
Borton Overseas is a highly regarded and respected pioneer and innovator in the design of incredible journeys to these spectacular lands. Kjell Bergh, owner of Borton Overseas, is a native Norwegian from Kristiansund, Norway.

Africa
Since 1976, Borton Overseas has offered programs to Africa, partnering with Africa's most respected and reliable incoming tour companies, guides, camps and lodges. Since we personally visit and inspect many of the destinations and accommodations we offer, we’re able to create the perfect experience for every type of client.

Our commitment to Africa goes far deeper than our adventures in the bush. We are devoted to assisting churches with their mission programs to Africa, offering particularly deep knowledge and assistance for groups traveling to Tanzania and Malawi. The owner of Borton Overseas, Kjell Bergh, is highly respected for his dedicated service to environmental and community issues such as anti-poaching and building hospitals and schools. Kjell is also Honorary Consul to the United Republic of Tanzania. Borton Overseas is one of the pioneering safari companies to promote cultural interaction in Africa.

Cruises/Expeditions
Britain-based Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines appointed Borton Overseas in 2002 to be their sales, reservations and marketing experts for serving United States clientele. The Fred. Olsen Cruise experience is perfect for those desiring a traditional cruise on a small ship. Fred. Olsen cruises offer frequent and varied itineraries in the Baltic, the west coast of Norway including the North Cape and to Iceland and Greenland. The line also offers a wonderful series of cruises to the Canary Islands and North Africa as well as to the Mediterranean. Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' four ships (ranging in size from 800 - 1,300 passengers) glide into ports that other lines can only feature as an optional excursion on a bus! This and their onboard service earned them the honor of being named "Best Niche Cruise Line" by a major British travel publication.

We also have the pleasure of offering Polar Star Expeditions, Hurtigruten, Viking Line and Gota Canal cruises. These small vessels provide an intimate experience while you venture to unique destinations around the globe.