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Land of the Fjords and Stockholm

8 Days / 9 locations in Norway and Sweden

Experience the stunning scenery of the majestic Geirangerfjord and the famous

Sognefjord, explore Bergen and the capital of Norway, Oslo. This exclusive tour

also includes Stockholm, the beautiful capital of Sweden, often called the

Venice of the North because of its many canals and waterways.

Optional extensions to Helsinki and Copenhagen.

Itinerary

 
Day 1     Bergen
Accommodation: Clarion Hotel Admiral
Meals: Dinner

Arrival in Bergen according to your own schedule and transfer

on you own to your hotel.

Bergen is Norway’s 2. largest city, known as the capital of the

west and gateway to the fjords. It is a UNESCO World Heritage

city with Bryggen wharf, Mount Fløien and the fish market as

central attractions.

Your tour escort will meet you at 19.50 hrs (before dinner) in the

hotel lobby, where you’ll also meet your fellow travelers.

Dinner and accommodation at Clarion Hotel Admiral, newly

renovated and located in charming old warehouse buildings

that date back to 1904, right in the heart of Bergen near the

harbor.

 
Day 2     Bergen - Sognefjord - Balestrand
Accommodation: Kvikne Hotel
Meals: Breakfast / Dinner

Drive by private coach to Voss where you’ll board the train for

an excursion on the spectacular Flåm Railway. From Flåm, departure for a fjord cruise on the narrow and spectacular Nærøyfjord from to Gudvangen. This area has been judged one of the most beautiful fjord landscapes in the world and is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Continue by coach through the Stalheim Canyon and across the Vika Mountains to Vangsnes, for the short ferry crossing to the beautiful resort of Balestrand.

Dinner and accommodation at Kvikne’s Hotel, superbly located on the banks of the fjord and surrounded by mountains.

 
Day 3     Balestrand
Accommodation: Kvikne Hotel
Meals: Breakfast / Dinner

Day free in Balestrand, giving you the opportunity to enjoy the

outstanding beauty and nature of the fjords.

You may want to spend the morning relaxing on the hotel

terrace, breathing in the fresh mountain air and enjoying the

spectacular views. We can also recommend a visit to the local

aquarium and art gallery, or you may prefer to rent a bike or

rowing boat from the hotel, or even go on foot up to the

nearest mountains.

Dinner and accommodation at Kvikne’s Hotel.

 
Day 4     Balestrand - Fjaerland - Geiranger
Accommodation: Union Hotel
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

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. Continue to Olden, then for an excursion in “Troll Cars”

to visit the Briksdal Glacier. Afterwards a typical Norwegian

lunch will be served in sight of the glacier. During the afternoon

the tour continues via Loen and Stryn, to the picturesque village

of Hellesylt. Enjoy a cruise on the Geirangerfjord, one of the

narrowest fjords in Norway, from Hellesylt to Geiranger.

Surrounded by deep blue water and green valleys, you will also

experience magnificent waterfalls such as the "Seven Sisters"

and the "Bridal Veil".

Dinner and accommodation at the excellent Union Hotel

Geiranger, overlooking the Geirangerfjord.

 
Day 5     Geiranger - Lillehammer - Oslo
Accommodation: Clarion Hotel the Hub
Meals: Breakfast / Dinner

After breakfast 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 area on the planet

(weather permitting). Your journey continues across the

rugged Grotli Mountains to Lom, well known for its 14th

century stave church. Continue via Lake VĂĄgĂĄ, before

descending the magnificent Gudbrands Valley to the popular

tourist town of Lillehammer. Drive alongside Lake Mjøsa,

Norway’s largest lake, and arrive in Oslo, the capital, situated at

the head of the Oslo Fjord.

Dinner and accommodation at Clarion Hotel The Hub,

centrally located close to the Karl Johan shopping boulevard

 
Day 6     Oslo - Karlstad - Stockholm
Accommodation: Clarion Sign Hotel
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Breakfast at the hotel

The journey continues by coach towards the Swedish border,

crossing into the province of Värmland to arrive in the city of

Karlstad on Lake Vänern. Lunch in Karlstad. After lunch, drive

through a landscape of forests and sparkling lakes to reach the

Swedish capital in the late afternoon.

Dinner and accommodation in superior rooms at Clarion

Hotel Sign, a first class centrally located hote

 
Day 7     Stockholm
Accommodation: Clarion Sign Hotel
Meals: Breakfast

Discover Stockholm during a 4 hours city sightseeing with a local guide. Main sights of interest are the old town, the Royal

Palace, the Parliament buildings, the Island of DjurgĂĄrden and

the City Hall (entrance included).

Afternoon free in Stockholm. We can recommend a visit to the

impressive Vasa Museum or one of the popular canal tours.

Accommodation in superior rooms at Clarion Hotel Sign.

Please note that dinner is not included today, but your tour

escort will gladly assist you with table reservations.

 
Day 8     Stockholm
Meals: Breakfast

Arrangements end after breakfast. with transfers on your own to Stockholm Arlanda Airport to connect with individual flight departures.

 
Price Includes
2 Lunches on Days 2 & 6.
First Class Accommodation With Daily Breakfast
Ride on the Flåm Railway, Flåm – Myrdal - Flåm
Excursion in “troll Car” to the Briksdal Glacier.
Toll Fee and Visit to Geiranger Skywalk.
4 Hours Guided Tour of Stockholm, Incl. Entrance to the City Hall.
All Visits As Described in Itinerary.
Luggage Assistance at All Hotels While With the Group
7 Nights’ Accommodation Incl. Daily 3-Course or Buffet Dinner (except Day 7
Price Does Not Include
 Airport Transfers
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