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Day 1 Arrive Oslo |
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Transfer from Oslo Airport to hotel in connection with your flight arrival. Dinner and overnight at Thon Hotel Opera, which faces the new Opera House, Oslo Fjord and the harbor. |
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Day 2 Oslo - Ulvik |
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After breakfast departure from Oslo, driving via Hønefoss along the charming Halling Valley to the tourist resort town of Geilo. Buffet lunch at Bardøla Mountain Hotel. After lunch cross the wild Hardanger Mountain Plateau to Fossli, stopping to view the thundering Vøringsfoss Waterfall, the highest in Norway. Descent the amazing Måbødal Canyon to the idyllic Hardanger Fjord. Short ferry , followed by drive around the Ulvik Fjord, to picturesque village of Ulvik. Dinner and accommodation Rica Brakanes Hotel, ideally located on the banks of the fjord. |
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Day 3 Ulvik - Bergen |
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After breakfast, start of scenic tour along the beautiful Hardangerfjord, famous for its many fruit orchards, arriving in Bergen mid day. Afternoon tour of Bergen, including a visit to the popular Fish and Flower Market, the famous Bryggen Harbour and the old Hanseatic Quarter. You will also ride on the funicular to Mt. Fløien, for the best views of the city and fjords below. Dinner and overnight at Radisson SAS Hotel Norge within walking distance of the old Bryggen Harbor. |
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Day 4 Bergen - Flåm - Balestrand |
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After buffet breakfast, depart from Bergen driving via Dale to the town of Voss. Descent the Nærøy Valley, passing the amazing Stalheim Canyon, to the fjordside village of Flåm. Board your train for an exhilarating ride on the amazing Flåm Railway to Myrdal. The descent from Myrdal to Flåm offers opportunities for photo shots of waterfalls and mountain scenery. Back in Flåm, board the M/S Lady Elisabeth for 2 hours cruise along Sognefjord, longest and deepest fjord in the the world. After disembarking in Gudvangen at the head of the Nærøyfjord, continue by coach across the Vika Mountains to Vangsnes, for the short ferry crossing to the beautiful resort of Balestrand. Dinner and accommodation at Kvikne Hotel, one of Norway's finest hotels, superbly located in private grounds on the banks of the fjord and surrounded by mountains. |
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Day 5 Balestrand |
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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 may also recommend a visit to the local aquarium and art gallery, or you may prefer to rent a bike or row boat from the hotel. A walking tour of the village of Balestrand, with its historic buildings and other noteworthy sites can also be arranged. |
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Day 6 Balestrand - Geiranger |
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After breakfast depart from your hotel by ferry for a 1-hour cruise along the fjord to Fjærland. Continue by coach along the scenic route, passing under the Jostedal Glacier, the largest in Europe, to the village of Skei. Descend to the beautiful 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 to give you the best view. A typical Norwegian lunch will be served in sight of the glacier. During the afternoon, the tour continues via Loen and Stryn, to the picturesque village of Hellesylt. From here you go on board the ferry for a 1-hour cruise along the spectacular Geiranger Fjord. During the cruise you will pass close by some magnificent waterfalls, such as the Bridal Veil and the Seven Sisters. Dinner & overnight at Union Hotel. |
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Day 7 Geiranger - Oslo |
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From the top of the famous Serpentine Road, enjoy the amazing views of the fjord below, before crossing the rugged Grotli Mountains to the village of Lom -“ famous for its 14th century stave church. The tour continues alongside Lake Vågå to Otta, before descending the magnificent Gudbrands valley to the popular tourist town of Lillehammer. Lunch in Lillehammer. After lunch the journey continues alongside Lake Mjøsa, the largest lake in Norway, back to Oslo and Holmenkollen, home of the world-famous ski museum, offering unforgettable views of the city and Oslofjord far below. Dinner and overnight at the famous Holmenkollen Park Hotel. |
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Day 8 Oslo - Stockholm |
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Depart Oslo by coach to the Swedish border, crossing into the attractive province of Värmland, arriving in the city of Karlstad on Lake Vänern - Sweden's largest lake. Lunch in Karlstad. Reach the Swedish capital in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight at Clarion Hotel Sign. |
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Day 9 Stockholm |
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The day begins with a 4-hour guided tour of the city. Famous sights include the Royal Palace, Cathedral, Royal Theater, and more. Visit the enchanting Old Town (Gamla Stan) with its narrow cobbled streets and numerous antique shops. The highlight is a visit to City Hall with its famous Blue and Golden Halls, where the Nobel Prize banquet is held each year. Afternoon free in Stockholm. Overnight at Clarion Hotel Sign. |
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Day 10 Stockholm - Helsinki |
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Morning free in Stockholm. In the afternoon, transfer from hotel to pier to board a luxurious Silja Line cruise ferry. The cruise departs at 5 p.m., sailing slowly down the picturesque archipelago. Enjoy dinner onboard. Selection of entertainment, bars, shops and casino onboard. Overnight in a 2-berth outside cabin (seaside) with private facilities. |
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Day 11 Helsinki - Stockholm |
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Enjoy a buffet breakfast as you sail into Helsinki. Spend an entire day in this exciting city on the Baltic, retaining your cabin on the ship. There will be a 3-hour guided tour of Helsinki this morning. Famous sights include the Senate House, Finlandia Hall, and Sibelius Park & Monument. In the afternoon you can explore the market or the souvenir shops close to the harbor. Depart at 5 p.m. for Stockholm. Dinner and overnight on board. |
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Day 12 Stockholm |
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After a tasty buffet breakfast, arrive back in Stockholm at 9:30 a.m. Departure transfers to Stockholm Airport to connect with individual flight departures. |
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Rates: ***$100.00 p.p. *** Early booking discount if paid by Feb 26, 2010 |
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Per person based on double occupancy $3,938 |
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