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Discover the magnificent Fjords of Norway on this exclusive tour from Bergen to Oslo, 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 Bergen according to your own schedule and transfer on

your own to your hotel. Meet your tour escort and driver at 2.00pm

for a 2 hours city sightseeing in 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.

Dinner and accommodation at Hotel Norge By Scandic, located

right in the middle of the city.

After breakfast, departure via Voss to Flåm where you’ll board the

train for an excursion on the spectacular Flåm Railway, one of the

most beautiful and steepest standard-gauge railway lines in the

world. Departure on board an eco-friendly ship for a fjord cruise on the

narrow and spectacular 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.

Continue by coach through the amazing Stalheim Canyon and

Nærøy Valley, 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 free in Balestrand, giving you the opportunity to enjoy the

outstanding beauty and nature of the fjords.

The day starts with a traditional Norwegian buffet breakfast in the

hotel’s elegant dining room. 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.

A walking tour of the village of Balestrand, with its historic buildings

and other interesting sites can also be arranged.

Dinner and accommodation 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.

The journey up to the glacier will be made in open cars – “Troll cars”

- and takes you to the stand about 700 m away from the glacier.

You will have a nice walk to the glacier, before returning by Troll

cars.

After lunch at a local restaurant, continue 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

experience magnificent waterfalls such as the "Seven Sisters" and

the "Bridal Veil".

Dinner and ccommodation at Union Hotel Geiranger, overlooking

the Geirangerfjord.

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 areas 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 Vågå,

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 on your own in Oslo.

Hotel 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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