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Magic of the Fjords

From £1495

Excluding Flights

6 Nights

Jun-Sep

Overview

This semi-escorted tour takes you on a spellbinding journey through the magical Norwegian fjords visiting some of the most scenic and well-known places including Bergen, Sognefjord and Flam. Spectacular mountains, waterfalls and fjords provide the backdrop for rail journeys, cruises and cultural tours. Let your guide take you from one enchanting location to the next, finishing in Oslo, Norway’s lively capital.

Travelling independently between the different locations is as much a highlight as each destination itself with natural beauty at every turn. Start with a sightseeing tour of Bergen, the gateway to the fjords and a UNESCO World Heritage City. Continue by boat along the Sognefjord, the longest and deepest in Norway making your way to the village Balestrand where you have time to relax amidst stunning scenery.

The final leg of the tour is by trains and features the famous Flamsbana railway. The 20-kilometre winding track is considered to be one of the most scenic rail journeys in the world, taking you through picturesque landscapes to the mountain village of Myrdal. Change trains and continue onward to Oslo with plenty of time to explore the Norwegian capital city.

 

Itinerary

On arrival in Bergen, make your way to your hotel (payable locally) for an overnight stay. There are regular buses and trains that run from the airport to the city. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Explore the city’s most iconic landmarks on an included walking tour of Hanseatic Bryggen, St. Mary’s Church, Håkon’s Hall, and the renowned fish market. You can also opt for an excursion on the Fløibanen Funicular, which takes you to the top of Mount Fløyen for a panoramic view of the city and a Bergen food tour, or a 3 hour fjord cruise to Mostrumen. Both at an additional cost.

Travel by boat to Balestrand with your group. Cruise along Sognefjord – the King of the fjords and the longest and deepest in Norway. The cruise continues to the village Balestrand where on arrival you walk to your hotel. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure. Dinner and two nights stay here.

The day is free for you to relax and enjoy the fjord surroundings. There are several hikes in the area you can take from the village or it is also possible to join an optional half day excursion to Fjaerland (needs to be pre-booked before you travel and is at an additional cost). On this trip take a scenic journey to the small village of Fjaerland passing tiny villages and waterfalls to where the fjord meets the glacier.

Your journey on the Sognefjord continues today. The initial part of the fjord, called Aurlandsfjord, is a 17-kilometer arm of the world’s second longest fjord, the Sognefjord (204 km). It is considered to be one of the most picturesque fjords in the world. Arrive in Flåm, where you will have a short time to discover the small village and take a drinks break in one of the cafes before boarding the famous Flåmsbana to Myrdal – a mountain railway station and junction located about 13km from the village Flam. Flåmsbana, one of the steepest and most scenic railway journeys in the world. The line runs through fantastic nature and scenery with steep mountains, waterfalls and through 20 tunnels as it winds its way to Myrdal where you will change trains for the last part of your journey to Oslo. On arrival make your own way to your hotel.

After breakfast meet your local guide for a 3-hour sightseeing tour of Norway’s vibrant capital city. The tour includes a visit to Frogner Park with Vigeland sculptures; the Royal Palace; City Hall and Akershus Fortress, a medieval castle showing the history of Oslo.
The rest of the day is at leisure for you to continue visiting the sights or relax in one of the delightful cafes taking in the city atmosphere.

Time to explore the city further before making your own way to the airport for your flight home.

 

Prices

What's Included

  • Accommodation in rooms with private bathroom

  • Daily breakfast and two dinners

  • Guided sightseeing tours in Oslo by bus

  • Guided walking tour of Bergen

  • Flamsbana train from Flam-Myrdal-Oslo

  • Ferries mentioned in the itinerary

  • Train travel as mentioned in the itinerary

  • 24 hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday

  • Full financial protection

  • Group size: Minimum 6 and maximum 33 passengers

From £1495 Excluding Flights

6 Nights

Jun-Sep

Your Holiday Pricing
Prices are per person based on two people sharing and are subject to availability. Your Travel Specialist will provide a final price tailored to your specific dates and requirements.

 

What’s Included:
Items listed and all known compulsory taxes and charges.

 

What’s Not Included:
Variable local costs like ferries, or hotel taxes that cannot be calculated in advance. We will provide guidance on these expected costs within your personalised quote.

Our holiday prices also exclude flights. Flight prices and offers change daily, so we’ll provide a bespoke quote based on your preferred airport at the best price available.

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