Take a journey through the Fjords, starting from the World Heritage city of Bergen and ending in the capital city of Oslo. Travel on panoramic trains, ferries and railways to really experience the breath-taking nature that Norway has to offer. Being able to experience one of the most picturesque rail journeys in the world, the Flåm Railway, is a real highlight of this tour.
Maximum Group Size: 40
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Tour highlights
- Spend a week discovering the culture and scenery of Norway
- Enjoy a guided tour of the colourful city of Bergen
- Journey on the scenic express boat down Norway's longest and deepest fjord: Sognefjord
- Take one of the world's best train journeys along the Flåm Railway
- Revel in nature's beauty, taking in mountain views, waterfalls, fjords and glaciers
- See the best of Oslo on a guided tour of the vibrant capital city
- Visit the Northern Lights Xperium in Oslo
Itinerary
Day 1: UK to Bergen
Land in Bergen and transfer to the city centre by shuttle bus. Spend the rest of the day exploring this vibrant city.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 2: Bergen
Today will start with meeting your local guide and having a walking tour of Bergen. Visiting all the main attractions, including the UNESCO World Heritage listed Bryggen, Church of Mary and the famous fish market on the waterfront. Once you have seen all of those great sites, take the Fløibanen Funicular to the top of Mount Fløyen for fantastic views over the whole city and see the gateway to the Fjords.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 3: Bergen to Balestrand
This morning you will take a scenic express boat down the Sognefjord, the longest and deepest Norwegian Fjord. Seeing small Norweigan towns and changes in the colourful fjord scenery along your way. After this scenic journey you will arrive in Balestrand.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4: Balestrand
Today is a day of leisure to discover the enchanting village of Balestrand at your own pace. Alternatively you can take the optional full day excursion to the idyllic village of Fjærland, which is 'where glacier meets the fjord', and its surrounding areas. Visiting two glaciers, Supphellebreen and Bøyabreen, and sailing through the beautiful Fjærland Fjord with its steep mountain and vibrant landscape.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5:Balestrand to Oslo
Continuing along the Sognefjord, the King of Norway, your cruise will arrive in the charming village of Flåm. Taking the famous Flåm Railway is definitely a highlight of this tour. You will pass the beautiful mountainous scenery with waterfalls to each side and travelling through 20 tunnels, on one of the steepest train-lines in the world! From the Flåm Railway you will swap to the great Bergen Railway to get you to the capital city of Oslo.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 6: Oslo
After breakfast you will meet your guide for some city sightseeing. Receive great insight to the vibrant capital city and its highlights, from the Frogner Park to the Royal Palace and Akershus Fortress. Then its time to visit Xperium, a 15 minute standing attraction on a journey to discover the Northern Lights. Take the rest of the day to wander round the city and keep exploring!
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 7: Oslo to UK
Transfer to Oslo airport for your flight home.
Meals included: Breakfast
Your holiday includes
- Return flights from the UK
- Return airport transfers (by Airport Shuttle, with the chance to upgrade to a private car)
- Scenic rail transfer on the ‘Bergen Railway’ from Mydral to Oslo
- Famous Flåm Railway excursion
- Northern Lights Xperium in Oslo
- Sightseeing tour of Bergen and Oslo
- Scenic coastal ferry cruise from Bergen to Balestrand
- Accommodation with private facilities throughout
- 6 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Your holiday excludes:
- Any extras, drinks, gratuities and personal expenses
Optional Tour Activities
- Bergen Sightseeing Cruise with light dinner(Day 2 at 17:00, approx. 1.5 hours)
- Bergen Food Tour(Day 2 at 15:00, approx. 3 hours)
- Fjærland Full Day Tour(Day 4 - pre-booking is recommended)
Hotels
★★★+Augustin Hotel, Bergen (2 nights) - For departures 31 May; 14 Jun; 12 July; 9& 23 Aug; 06 Sep
★★★★ Grand Terminus Hotel, Bergen (2 nights)- For departures 21 Jun; 19 Jul
★★★★ Kviknes Hotel, Balestrand (2 nights)
★★★★ Clarion Hotel the Hub, Oslo (2 nights)
Departure dates
- 31 May 2020
- 14 June 2020, 21 June 2020
- 12 July 2020, 19 July 2020
- 09 August 2020, 23 August 2020
- 06 September 2020
Our tours are subject to minimum numbers and with that in mind the tours and their itineraries may be subject to change. Where this becomes necessary, and where practicable, we will take the steps as outlined in clause 5 of ourterms and conditions.
