Land of the Fjords
Discover the Magnificent Fjords of Norway
Embark on an unforgettable journey from Bergen to Oslo, exploring the most spectacular sights of Norway’s fjord region while staying in first-class hotels perfectly located for stunning views.
Highlights include the vibrant cities of Bergen and Oslo, a scenic cruise along the world-famous Geiranger Fjord, and an excursion to the breathtaking Briksdal Glacier. Enjoy two nights at the historic Kvikne’s Hotel on the shores of the Sogne Fjord, where you can spend a full day relaxing amid the serene surroundings or exploring the heart of the fjords.
Tour Itinerary
Arrive in Bergen and make your way independently to the hotel. At 19:00, meet your tour escort in the hotel lobby for a brief welcome and introduction to your journey.
Skostredet Hotel & Spa
After breakfast, set out on a two-hour city sightseeing tour of Bergen with a local guide. Highlights include the lively Fish and Flower Market, the historic Bryggen Harbour with its colorful gabled warehouses, and the old Hanseatic Quarter. Following the tour, enjoy a return ride on the Bergen Funicular to the top of Mount Fløien for sweeping views over the fjords and mountains surrounding the city.
In the afternoon, travel north by coach to Oppedal and take a short ferry crossing to Lavik. Continue along the scenic Sognefjord to the charming resort town of Balestrand.
Dinner and accommodation in superior rooms at Kvikne’s Hotel, superbly located on the banks of the Sognefjord and surrounded by mountains.
Breakfast / Dinner- Kvikne’s Hotel (superior rooms)
Enjoy a leisurely day in Balestrand, surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of Norway’s fjords. Begin with a traditional Norwegian buffet breakfast in the hotel’s elegant dining room. Spend the morning relaxing on the terrace, breathing in the fresh mountain air, and admiring the spectacular views.
For those wishing to explore, we recommend visiting the local aquarium and art gallery, renting a bike or rowing boat from the hotel, or taking a scenic walk into the nearby mountains. A guided walking tour of the village, with its historic buildings and charming streets, can also be arranged.
Dinner and overnight in superior rooms at Kvikne’s Hotel.
- Breakfast / Dinner
- Kvikne’s Hotel (superior rooms)
After breakfast, depart by ferry from Dragsvik to Hella, followed by a scenic drive along the northern shore of the Sognefjord to Sogndal. Continue to Fjærland, passing beneath the mighty Jostedal Glacier—Europe’s largest—before reaching the village of Skei at the northern tip of beautiful Lake Jølster. Descend toward the Nordfjord, making a detour at Olden to visit the famous Briksdal Glacier.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then travel by open “Troll cars” to within 700 meters of the glacier, followed by a short walk to its base. Return to Olden and continue to Loen, a picturesque village by the fjord, framed by majestic mountains and lush green hills.
Dinner and overnight in fjord-view rooms at Hotel Alexandra.
- Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
- Hotel Alexandra (fjord-view rooms)
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" and the "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.
- Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
- Clarion Collection Hotel Hammer
After breakfast, journey alongside Lake Mjøsa—Norway’s largest lake—before arriving in Oslo, the capital city at the head of Oslo Fjord. Visit the Holmenkollen Ski Museum & Tower, the world’s oldest ski museum, featuring exhibits on polar exploration and offering sweeping views over the city and fjord.
Return to the city center for hotel check-in. The evening is free for dinner at your leisure.
- Breakfast
- Thon Hotel Bristol
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.
- Breakfast
Customer reviews
Thanks for the great itinerary, guides, and driver for our trip to Norway last week. It was spectacular, and the guides and driver became part of our family for the week. Great trip....thank you. Photos are attached from the first day of our trip at the Scandic St. Olavs Plass and a photo of the 13 of us after the Fjord Cruise. Thanks, Dora....it was such a fantastic trip. We had a lot of fun and Norway is SO gorgeous. We loved the time with our distant cousins, who were welcoming and very hospitable.
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Bjorn
Thought I'd send a quick review about my fjord tour. I really have nothing bad to report. All went well and a great time was had. I think I went at the right time of year because the weather was perfect. All guides were knowledgeable, all hotels were clean... The people of Norway were welcoming and friendly. I didn't have any issues. I even bonded with a few other people on the tour so that was nice... (I was traveling alone so I was a bit worried about that.) Thanks for making sure everything was up to my standards. If I travel Scandinavia again someday, I'll shoot you an email.
Cheers,
Matthew Barre
Norway was a BLAST! Wow, thank you so much for making that trip to Scandinavia so memorable. The fjords and mountains there are breathtaking. I have so many pictures that almost look like postcards! The scenery is just unreal... The weather was perfect while we were there which I definitely think helped make it that much better. We loved trying all of the new food and going on the informative tours every day with the amazing guides you have working for you was awesome. We really learned a lot about that part of the world. Norway is a special place and somewhere I've always dreamt of going! Thanks once again for making this Scandinavian tour so incredible, you're the best!
Larry Sholp
Thank you for making our trip to Scandinavia so much fun. We really enjoyed the Splendor of the Fjords tour and felt we got to see a lot of Norway. It's really an amazing place, isn't it? The sights and smells are so clean and beautiful, we never wanted to leave! Learning about the history of the country was great and I really have to comment on how wonderful your guides were. Very smart and friendly, too. Our hotels were always nice and the food was much tastier than we had expected. Everything seemed to go according to plan, so thanks again. If we travel Scandinavia in the future, I'll be sure to get in contact with you!
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