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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 thefamous 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.

Max. 31 participants

Itinerary

Arrival in Bergen according to your own schedule and transfer on

your own to your hotel. Your tour escort will meet you in the hotel

lobby at 7.00pm for a short introduction.

Dinner on your own in Bergen.

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 pac khouses, 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 Sognefjord 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 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

Sognefjord 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 superior 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 experience magnificent waterfalls such as the "Seven Sisters" andthe "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 ccommodation in superior rooms at Clarion Collection

Hotel Hammer.

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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