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Relax into the simplicity of life along the king and queen of the fjords. Soak up the cosmopolitan vibe of Oslo and the Hanseatic heritage of Bergen as you travel through some of the most spectacular scenery on earth, including views of continental Europe's largest glacier. Viking tales and a visit to a winter Olympics hub round off this epic Norway trip.

Departure dates

From 31/05/2024 to 21/09/2024

What's included

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver.
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted.
All porterage and restaurant gratuities.
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes.
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals.
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras.
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing.
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys).
Optional Experiences and free time.
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
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Itinerary / more information

  • Day 1 Welcome to Oslo Prepare for a spellbinding encounter with nature - an untamed landscape of fjords, lakes and dense forests that begins in the understated capital of Oslo, set within beautiful natural surrounds. On arrival, transfer to your hotel with its unique personality and steps from some of Oslo's main sights. Spend the day exploring the city's interesting architecture and exquisite open spaces, before joining your Travel Director and fellow travellers at 17:30 for a light supper to kick-start your journey.
  • Day 2 Journey to Scenic Geilo and Hardangerfjord We journey along the shores of the Tyrifjord to the ski resort of Geilo with its scenic location at the foot of Hallingskarvet, before continuing across the Hardanger Plateau to Voringfoss, a cascade of water that plunges impressively into the M?b?dalen Canyon below. We continue to Hardangerfjord - its title as the 'Queen of the Fjords' is well deserved and you'll have an opportunity to admire its deep blue waters as you travel along part of its shoreline to your hotel in Norheimsund where you will dine tonight.
  • Day 3 Onwards to Beautiful Bergen Connect with Locals We'll head out along the fjord to visit the home of famous composer Edvard Grieg, where you'll enjoy a guided tour of the villa - the inspiration for many of his masterworks. You will also see stunning views of the city of Bergen on a trip up the hillside by funicular railway.
  • Day 4 Off to Voss and Stunning Sognefjord Stays With Stories Delving straight back into Norway's inspiring natural landscapes, we continue to the 'King of Fjords', travelling via Voss, the country's adventure capital. There's some free time to embark on an Optional Experience on the Fl?m Railway, one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world. Tonight, we overnight at Sognefjord Hotel located on a peninsula stretching out into the Sognefjord. Step straight from your hotel into the breath-taking fjord and mountain surroundings.
  • Day 5 Continue to Geirangerfjord Journey from Sognefjord, Norway's longest and deepest fjord, to Geiranger. See the impressive B?yabreen glacier, part of Jostedalsbreen, continental Europe's largest glacier. Your day is filled with pinch-me moments as you skirt past three different fjords. Tonight, we stay on the shores of the fjord at Hotel Havila Geiranger.
  • Day 6 A Day at the Breathtaking Geirangerfjord The Geirangerfjord takes centre stage today, and you'll get to explore it your way. You'll certainly want to take a scenic cruise past its tumbling waterfalls and snow-capped peaks. Enjoy soaking up your epic surrounds, or venture further afield by joining an Optional Experience to drive Norway's most famous road, Trollstigen, with its eleven hairpin bends and jaw-dropping mountain scenery.
  • Day 7 Venture to Historic Lom and Lillehammer Dive Into Culture We enjoy a scenic drive to Lom, the gateway to the Jotunheimen Mountains. Here, we will Dive Into Culture and visit a 12th-century stave church, adorned with runic inscriptions, paintings and carved dragon figures that are said to protect it against evil. We stop by Hunderfossen Power Station, with its mightly 280m long Dam and 170m long trout ladder, for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER(R) Experience. With a Local Specialist, discover the secrets of one of Norway's most famous power station. We continue through the Gudbrandsdal Valley before arriving in Lillehammer, the proud host of the 1994 Winter Olympics.
  • Day 8 Return to Oslo We return to Oslo where we spend the day exploring several of the city's highlights with a Local Specialist, including views of the medieval fortress of Akershus, overlooking Oslo's beautiful harbour, the Opera and the 19th-century Royal Palace. We finish our tour with a visit to the fascinating Vigeland Sculpture Park, proudly displaying the life's work of Gustav Vigeland. After a magnificent encounter with Norway's epic natural landscapes, we enjoy our last evening together at a Farewell Dinner, toasting to a memorable trip.
  • Day 9 Farewell Norway Our journey through the fjords, falls and forests of Norway has come to an end. We bid our newfound friends a fond farewell and prepare to return home. Dining Summary
  • 6 - Dinner
  • 8 - Breakfast Be My Guest Bergen: Enjoy a Be My Guest dinner with the fifth-generation ?vre-Eide family on their livestock farm in Norway, which has been a working farm since the 1500s. Dive Into Culture Lom: In Lom you'll have an opportunity to visit Lomskyrkja, one of the biggest and most beautiful stave churches in Norway, dating back to the 12th century. Iconic Experience Geilo: Take in Geilo's stunning natural surroundings from the foot its popular ski resort. Eidfjord Municipality: Marvel at the breathtaking beauty of the Voringfoss waterfall. Bergen: Explore this Wooden City led by your Travel Director and hear about the seafaring traditions of this beautiful harbourside town. Geiranger: Fjords, lakes and forests create a picturesque setting for your travels to Geiranger. Lillehammer: Travel through the legendary Gudbrandsdalen and admire the dramatic geography of the valley. Oslo: With your Local Specialist, see Akershus Castle, Oslo Harbour and the Royal Palace. MAKE TRAVEL MATTER(R) Lillehammer: Norway's mighty Hunderfossen Hydroelectric Power Station in Hafjell surprises by its size. Surrounded by a nature park, it is also home of the hunder trout. A Local Specialist unveils the secrets around sustainable energy in the area and the role the dam plays to protect the natural environment. This experience advances United Nation's Global Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy. Must-see Highlights : Explore Oslo with a Local Specialist : Discover Bergen : Visit Hardangerfjord, Geirangerfjord, a medieval Stave Church and Vigeland Sculpture Park in Oslo : View Voringfoss, Steinsdalsfoss, Haakon's Hall in Bergen, Akershus, the Opera and Royal Palace in Oslo : See Sognefjord, Boyabreen Glacier and Hamar Olympic ice arena Trafalgar Difference Sognefjord: Step into nature at Sognefjord Hotel, located on a peninsula stretching out into the magnificent Sognefjord, and soak up the breath-taking lake water views. Whats Included : An expert Travel Director and professional Driver : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted : All porterage and restaurant gratuities : All hotel tips, charges and local taxes : Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals : Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras : Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing : Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) : Optional Experiences and free time : On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
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