Itinerary

Arrive Oslo- transfer on own to the hotel.

Check in for overnight at Thon Hotel Bristol , or similar– 2 nights

OSLO DISCOVERY TOUR SIGHTSEEING

Breakfast at the hotel.

Get ready for a guided public sightseeing tour of Oslo

Oslo Discovery Tour – 5 hours

Embark on this discovery tour and explore Oslo's “must see” attractions. Feel the cozy atmosphere in the city center, admire stunning views over Oslo fjord from Holmenkollen Ski Jump, get in touch with the art of the most prolific Norwegian sculptor as you stroll through Vigeland Park encompassing more than 200 sculptures in

bronze, granite and wrought iron. On Bygdøy Peninsula you will enhance your Oslo experience by visiting 2 unique museums: the Fram Museum and the Viking Ship Museum.

Overnight at Thon Hotel Bristol

Breakfast at the hotel

09:00 Meet your private transfer in the lobby holding sign with your name on it for transfer to Eggedal Borgerstue, centrally located in Buskerud county, approx. two hours’ drive from Oslo.

On our way to Eggedal we will pass the scenic surroundings in the Kunstner dalen - the same surroundings that inspired both Chr. Skredsvig and Th. Kittelsen.

We will also pass Blaafarveværket, or the Blue Colour Works, was a mining and industrial company located at Åmot in Modum in Buskerud, which existed from 1776 to 1898. The works mined cobalt ore and manufactured by smelting blue cobalt glass (smalt)

and cobalt blue (cobalt aluminate) pigment.

It is currently a large open-air industrial museum and an art gallery; the largest and best preserved mine museum in Europe, and one of Norway's most visited attractions.

Meet your guide from Sigdal Aktiv in the lobby.

Get introductions and wetsuit for your pre-booked activity; SUP board! Departure by minivan with guide. Notice: Everyone must meet with the following clothing; Wool / super underwear, socks and a pair of running shoes. Join us on SUP (Stand Up Paddle)! We use solid boards and give you help and practical advice along the way.

Dinner and overnight at Eggedal Borgerstue – 2 nights

HIKE to STATUE OF MADONNA

Breakfast at the hotel.

Meet your guide in the lobby and join a 2,5 hrs. public hike to the statue of Madonna

Sherpas from Nepal have made the 3 km hike (from the parking lot) an easy trip to make. Perfect hike for family with kids. The history of the statue dates back to 1989 when Anne Margrethe Bugge gave an

area of land to Sigdal municipality. Bugge wanted the area to be used for forestry and cabins as well as hunting and fishing by the general public. In addition, she asked that a statue of Madonna and Child be put up as soon as she provided it. When Bugge passed away in 1995, Sigdal municipality was left to carry out her wish. In 2003, sculptor Turid Angell Eng began working on the statue in Vietnam and once it was completed, the light granite sculpture travelled to Oslo by boat, to Eggedal by car, and to Bjønneskortenatten by helicopter.

In 2009, Madonna med Barnet was unveiled and the statue has been a popular hiking destination ever since.

Return to Eggedal Borgerstue.

Enjoy a wonderful dinner; the Madonna burger and local Madonna beer; the signature dish for Eggedal Borgerstue!

Overnight at Eggedal Borgerstue.

Breakfast at the hotel.

09:30 Meet your private transfer in the lobby for transfer to Nesbyen where you continue by train to Flåm via Myrdal.

11:02 Train departure from Nesbyen

Train: 61 car no.: seat res. no.:

12.58 Arrive Myrdal and change train – just across the platform.

13:27 Train departure from Myrdal to Flåm – Flåm Railway has open seating onboard!

14:25 Arrive in Flåm. Walk 250 meters over to the hotel and check in.

Dinner and overnight at Flåmsbrygga Hotel, Flåm – 2 nights

HERITAGE RIB SAFARI – VIKING PLANK DINNER

Breakfast at the hotel

Meet latest at the Fjordsafari docks in the centre of Flåm. Ask front desk if directions are needed.

Departure from Flåm docks.

Duration: 2hrs 15 min

Note: Wear practical outdoor clothes and shoes and bring sunglasses

Enjoy a two-hour Heritage fjord safari with rib boat and experience the spectacular nature and fjord landscape of a World Heritage site. On the heritage fjord safari in Flåm, we head out through the world heritage Aurlandsfjord and further into the stunning Nærøyfjord

Our turning point is in Gudvangen, the end of the Nærøyfjord. We return on the other side of the fjord surrounded by a different view.

Along the way we make stops at attractions and spot for seals, porpoises and eagles. The guide will tell you about the fjord, local history and the wildlife; and share with you stories, tales and legends, from various places of interest. Before the trip starts the guide will inform about the safety conditions. Rib boats are equipped with all the necessary safety equipment. You will receive floatation suits to

keep warm and for safety. If necessary, you will also receive gloves, beanies and shoes.

Enjoy a Viking Plank Dinner at Ægir Pub&Brewery in the evening.

Ægir beer is used in marinades and sauces, with hops, malt and herbs bringing a distinctive extra dimension to the food. Ægir brews flavoursome beers, both light and dark, that compliment everything from fish and game to chocolate.

Ægir BrewPub is steeped in Viking history, as are the menus on offer. We use local ingredients that would have been familiar in Viking times, but with flavours to suit the modern palate. Embark on a voyage of culinary discovery from 1018 to 2020!

Ægir Viking dinner menu includes soup, salads, a variety of meat, fish and vegetarian dishes, and the famous Ægir Viking plank – 5 courses local food on plate and 5 different Ægir beers on a plank – one beer matching each dish.

Overnight at Flåmsbrygga Hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Notice: please meet latest 20 minutes before departure!

09:00 Boat departure onboard the Fjords from Flåm to Gudvangen.

11:00 Arrive in Gudvangen. Leave boat and with your belongings in hand walk up to the bus stop and continue by bus to Voss.

11:40 Bus (SKYSS) departure from Gudvangen

12:55 Arrive Voss train station. Leave bus and continue by train to Bergen

13:46 Train departure from Voss

14:57 Arrive Bergen train station.

Check in for overnight at Hotel Bergen Børs , or similar– 2 nights

Breakfast at the hotel

10:00 Meet your private guide in the lobby for a 3hrs. private Bakery Tour in Bergen city. Stop at Lie Nilsen - Typical of Bergen and the bakery is quite known in the city. Their White Lady has a macaroon-like base and is filled with fresh strawberries jam, cream with marzipan layer on top. Lie Nilsen have also their own brand of Belgium-like pralines.

Stop at Godt Brød - an organic bakery where you have famous cinnamon bun or any other bun. (The alternative for this place is Baker Brun).

Afternoon at your leisure!

Overnight at Bergen Børs Hotel.

Service ends after breakfast