Discover the magnificent Fjords of Norway on thisexclusive tour, including all the major sights of the region,whilst enjoying staying at first class hotels with the best

locations.Some of the highlights are Bergen and Oslo, cruises on the famous Sogne- and Geiranger Fjords, excursions to the Briksdal Glacier and on the Flåm Railway. With 2 nights at historical Kvikne’s Hotel, you’ll have a full day of relaxation or sightseeing in the heart of the Fjords region.

Itinerary

Arrival in Oslo according to your own schedule and transfer on your

own to your hotel. Oslo, the capital, is situated at the head of the

Oslo Fjord. We recommend a stroll along the harbor, Aker Brygge,

with numerous restaurants, sightseeing boats offering guided tours on

the Oslofjord, etc.

Your tour escort will meet you at 6.00pm in the hotel lobby for a

welcome drink, where you’ll also meet your fellow travelers.

Dinner on your own this evening in the capital.

Bed and Breakfast accommodation at Thon Hotel Bristol, located in

the city center

After breakfast, enjoy a panoramic tour of Oslo, including entrance to the Fram Museum, before driving via Hønefoss along the charming Halling Valley to the tourist resort town of Gol. Lunch in Gol. Cross the wild Hardanger Mountain Plateau to Fossli, stopping to view the thundering Vøringsfoss Waterfall with a vertical drop of 180 m. Descend the amazing Måbødal Canyon and cross the Hardanger Bridge, followed by a short drive along the Ulvik Fjord, a branch of the Hardanger Fjord, to the picturesque village of Ulvik.

Dinner and accommodation in rooms with fjord view at Brakanes Hotel, ideally located on the banks of the fjord.

Breakfast at your hotel, then drive to Voss, where you’ll board the train to Myrdal, followed by an excursion on the spectacular Flåm Railway.

Departure on board an eco-friendly ship for a fjord cruise on the narrow and spectacular Aurlands- and Nærøyfjord from Flåm to Gudvangen. Surrounded by steep valley sides and snow-covered peaks, thundering waterfalls and picturesque villages, this area has been judged one of the most beautiful fjord landscapes in the world and is on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Scenic tour along the beautiful Hardanger Fjord to Bergen. Dinner on your own.

Accommodation at Skostredet Hotel & Spa, located right in the middle of the city.

After breakfast, enjoy a 2 hours city sightseeing tour of Bergen with a

local guide, including a visit to the popular Fish and Flower Market,

the famous Bryggen Harbor with its gabled pack houses, and the

old Hanseatic Quarter. After the city tour, you’ll go on a return ride

on the Bergen Funicular to the top of Mount Fløien. Enjoy great

views over the fjords and mountains surrounding the city of Bergen.

Continue north by coach to Oppedal, for the short ferry crossing to

Lavik. Drive along the Sognefjord to the beautiful resort of

Balestrand.

Dinner and accommodation in superior rooms at Kvikne’s Hotel,

superbly located on the banks of the fjord and surrounded by

mountains

Enjoy breakfast and a day free in Balestrand, giving you the

opportunity to enjoy the outstanding beauty and nature of the

fjords. You may want to rent a bike or rowing boat from the hotel, or even go on foot up to the nearest mountains. A walking tour of the villageof Balestrand, with its historic buildings and other interesting sites canalso be arranged.

Dinner and accommodation in superior rooms at Kvikne’s Hotel.

After breakfast, departure from your hotel by ferry from Dragsvik to Hella, followed by a scenic tour along the northern side of the Sogn Fjord to Sogndal.

The tour continues by road to Fjærland, passing under the Jostedal Glacier, the largest in Europe, to the village of Skei at the northern end of beautiful Lake Jølster. Descend to the Nord Fjord, making a detour at Olden to visit the world-famous Briksdal Glacier.

Lunch at a local restaurant, before making the excursion up to the glacier by open cars – “Troll cars” - to the stand about 700 m away from the glacier. You will have a nice walk to the glacier, before returning by Troll cars. Return to Olden and arrive in Loen, a small village situated by the fjord, surrounded by majestic mountains and green hills.

Dinner and accommodation in rooms with fjord view at Hotel Alexandra

Breakfast at your hotel before departure by coach to Hellesylt. Enjoy a cruise on the Geirangerfjord, one of the narrowest fjords in Norway, from Hellesylt to Geiranger.

The Geirangerfjord is one of the most famous fjords in the world and has been a part of the UNESCO World Heritage List since 2005. Surrounded by deep blue water and green valleys, you will also see magnificent waterfalls such as the "Seven Sisters" and the "Bridal Veil".

Lunch in Geiranger.

Discover the roads that twist and turn through one hairpin bend after another to Geiranger Skywalk - Mt. Dalsnibba - to experience a panoramic view of one of the most scenically outstanding fjord areas on the planet (weather permitting).

Your journey continues to Lom, well known for its 14th century stave church, before descending the magnificent Gudbrands Valley to the charming town of Lillehammer.

Dinner and accommodation at Home Hotel Hammer, located in the town center.

After breakfast, drive alongside Lake Mjøsa, Norway’s largest lake,

and arrive in Oslo, the capital, situated at the head of the Oslo Fjord.

Visit the Holmenkollen Ski Museum & Tower, where you’ll discover the

world’s oldest ski museum, see exhibitions of the polar explorers and

enjoy a great panoramic view of Oslo and the fjord.

Drive back down to the city center for check-in at your hotel.

Dinner on your own in Oslo.

Bed and breakfast accommodation at Thon Hotel Bristol, located in

the city center.

Buffet breakfast at your hotel.

Depending on your own schedule, if you have time free in the

morning, we recommend a stroll along Aker Brygge, a lively pier with

numerous restaurants and departures for sightseeing boats on the

Oslo Fjord. Or, you might want to take a stroll through the new central

city district Bjørvika and walk between Oslo’s latest architectural

additions; the Deichman Library and Munch Museum.

Transfer on your own to Oslo Airport - Gardermoen - in connection

with your flight home.

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