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Legends of the Norwegian Fjords

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Tour Itinerary

Upon arrival in Oslo, make your way to your hotel independently, or opt for a pre-arranged transfer. In the late afternoon, meet your tour escort and fellow travelers in the hotel lobby for a brief introduction to the journey ahead. Dinner is at your leisure this evening.

  • Radisson Blu Scandinavia or similar iconRadisson Blu Scandinavia or similar

This morning, meet your local guide for a 3-hour tour of Norway’s capital, Oslo. Highlights include the Royal Palace, the National Theater, the Parliament, and the striking Opera House by the waterfront. You'll also visit the medieval Akershus Fortress and enjoy a scenic walk through Frogner Park (Vigeland Park), home to Gustav Vigeland’s thought-provoking and iconic sculptures.

In the afternoon, explore Oslo at your own pace. Stroll along the lively Karl Johans gate, lined with boutiques, cafés, and grand architecture. If open, step inside Oslo City Hall—the venue of the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony—to admire its impressive murals and architectural design. For a relaxing close to the day, head to Aker Brygge, the vibrant waterfront promenade, perfect for people-watching, enjoying a coffee, or catching the sunset over the Oslofjord.

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  • Radisson Blu Scandinavia or similar iconRadisson Blu Scandinavia or similar

After breakfast, we depart from Oslo and drive along Norway’s scenic southern coast. Our first stop is at Vrangfoss Lock, the most impressive lock on the historic Telemark Canal, where your guide will introduce you to this unique piece of Norwegian heritage.

We continue to Skien, the official starting point of the Telemark Canal and the birthplace of Henrik Ibsen, one of the world’s most influential playwrights.

On our way south, we stop in Lillesand, a charming seaside town known for its white wooden houses and peaceful harbor—a popular summer retreat for Norwegians.

Upon arrival in Kristiansand, we enjoy a panoramic city tour. Highlights include the 17th-century Christiansholm Fortress, the striking Kunstsilo art building, the lively Fiskebrygga fish market, and a walk through Posebyen, Kristiansand’s Old Town, home to Europe’s largest collection of preserved wooden houses.

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After breakfast, we depart Kristiansand and head west toward Stavanger, with a scenic stop in the idyllic fishing village of Flekkefjord, known for its charming harbor and quaint wooden houses.

Upon arrival in Stavanger, enjoy a 3-hour fjord cruise on the Lysefjord, where you’ll sail past dramatic cliffs and natural scenery, including the iconic Pulpit Rock (Preikestolen), one of Norway’s most famous viewpoints.

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  • Scandic Stavanger City Hotel or similar  iconScandic Stavanger City Hotel or similar

After breakfast, embark on a 3-hour guided tour of Gamle Stavanger (Old Stavanger), a beautifully preserved area of white wooden houses dating back to the 18th century. The tour also includes a visit to Sverd i Fjell (Sword in Rock), a striking monument commemorating the Viking battle of Hafrsfjord, where Norway was united into one kingdom.

After the tour, we continue our journey north to Bergen, often called the “Capital of the Fjords”, known for its stunning coastal setting and historic charm.

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  • Grand Terminus or similar iconGrand Terminus or similar

After breakfast, set out on a 2-hour guided city tour of Bergen, Norway’s gateway to the fjords. Highlights include King Haakon’s Hall, the historic Rosenkrantz Tower, and Bryggen – the iconic row of Hanseatic timbered houses with pointed gables facing the harbor. You'll also visit the lively Fish and Flower Market, the charming city park, and Grieg Hall, Bergen’s striking concert venue named after composer Edvard Grieg.

After the tour, enjoy a scenic funicular ride up and down Mt. Fløien, offering panoramic views over the city and surrounding fjords. Rest of the day at leisure – the perfect opportunity to soak up the atmosphere of this charming coastal town.

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After breakfast, depart Bergen and head inland for two of Norway’s most unforgettable experiences: the Sognefjord cruise and the Flåm Railway.

Travel by coach to Gudvangen, where you’ll board a 2-hour cruise through the spectacular Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjord, both branches of the majestic Sognefjord and listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Disembark in Flåm, a picturesque village nestled between steep mountains and deep fjords. Here, you’ll board the world-famous Flåm Railway—one of the steepest standard-gauge railway lines in the world. With breathtaking views at every turn, the train will take you to Myrdal, where you’ll connect to the mainline train toward Geilo.

Arrive in the Geilo area for your overnight stay.

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  • Ustedalen Hotel or similar iconUstedalen Hotel or similar

After breakfast, depart the Geilo area and head toward Oslo, with a stop along the way at the Torpo Stave Church (outside visit). This beautifully preserved structure is one of the oldest stave churches in Norway and the only one in Hallingdal still standing on its original site—a remarkable example of traditional Norwegian wooden architecture.

Afterward, continue your drive to Oslo. Enjoy some free time in the afternoon to soak up the capital one last time, explore at your own pace, or pick up some last-minute souvenirs before the journey ends.

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  • Radisson Blu Scandinavia or similar iconRadisson Blu Scandinavia or similar

Time to say farewell to your unforgettable Scandinavian adventure—taking with you memories that will last a lifetime. Transfer to Oslo Gardermoen Airport is on your own, or you may choose to book an optional transfer from your hotel for added convenience.

If you're not quite ready to head home, why not extend the journey? Join us for the next leg of the tour as we travel to Edinburgh and begin our exploration of the United Kingdom.

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Customer reviews

Charlotte 24 March 2025
We had a terrific time! The arrangements you made were great. The First Hotel Marin was in a perfect part of Bergen, and we loved the heated bathroom floor. Our room on the Trollfjord was on the best floor, and again, we loved the heated bathroom floor. The cruise was relaxing, the food was wonderful, the ports were interesting, and the Northern Lights were amazing! The airport bus took us right to and from the Radisson Blu Scandinavia which was another terrific hotel. Thank you for all of your help and for setting up our wonderful trip! Charlotte
Phillipe Vischi 29 May 2019
Hello Dora, many thanks for arranging this unbelievable tour for us. It was not possible to see and experience more. All events, hotels, transfers were arranged on time and efficiently. Guides in all the cities were great - so accommodating and knowledgeable. My wife had a minor health issue which was very attentively handled by the guide Gunilla and I would like to thank her once again. All in all we were very satisfied with the tour and the service we received from you and your Scandinavian partners.
Michael Gomez 8 December 2017
Hi Nordic Saga. Writing this review to thank you for a great job you've done arranging this trip for us. This was exactly what we expected - small group , good guides, the comfortable bus taking us to the most exciting places. During those 8 days we visited 3 capitals, a number of small nice towns, enjoyed fabulous white sand beach and sites with the rich history. Our group consisted of nice people from around the world and we made a few lovely friendships. The hotels in Vilnius, Riga and Tallinn were big and modern with good facilities. However, we would have liked to stay at smaller, family-owned hotels which we saw plenty in every city during the sightseeing tours. This is not a complaint but a suggestion for the future tours to add more flavor to this already nice tour.
Michael Gomez
Peter Haupt 5 December 2017
A trip to Scandinavia - very impressive We loved our last trip to Scandinavia! Everything was perfectly arranged for us. The Tour Director, local guides at every place were excellent - very professional, knowledgeable, friendly, kind and spoke excellent English! The food, hotels and places we visited were excellent and well chosen. The most memorable moment were Vasa museum in Stockholm, the dinner on the island near Bergen, Norwegian dancers, excursion to the Glacier and many others. We loved this tours. Next time we will book a trip with Nordic Saga Tours again. Great company with lots of experience.
Peter Haupt
Madh and Bryson Everly 19 September 2014
Hi Bobby, We are home after a pleasant trip to Scandinavia with great friends, breathtaking scenery, amazing food, awesome hotels, and unforgettable memories! Loved the train trip on the Bergen Railway. The many ferry crossings we made were also spectacular. I can’t really put into words how beautiful this part of the world is. The fjords are majestic and unlike anything I’ve ever seen before. The tour was well coordinated and almost everything worked out as it was supposed to. The only issue we came across was the day we spent in Stockholm. The weather wasn’t cooperating (lots of rain), and some of the sights we wanted to see on our free time were either closed for repairs or closed for the day. Oh well. We have traveled quite a bit with many tour companies and and your services were second to none, during and prior to our departure from Colorado. We will not hesitate to recommend your services to anyone who is planning to travel to Scandinavia. Once again thanks a lot for a job well done. We really enjoyed the whole tour and the manner in which it was handled by Nordic Saga Tours. Cheers, Madh and Bryson Everly
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