Legends of the Norwegian Fjords

Welcome to Oslo, the capital of Norway. Surrounded by forests and the beautiful Oslofjord, Oslo is a vibrant city where modern architecture, royal history, and charming neighborhoods come together.

Begin your day with a 3-hour guided tour of the Norwegian capital. Visit the impressive City Hall, see the Royal Palace and the striking New Opera House, and discover some of Oslo’s charming neighborhoods with their beautiful traditional wooden houses.

Continue to Frogner Park, one of Oslo’s most impressive parks, home to 212 sculptures by renowned Norwegian artist Gustav Vigeland. You will also see the historic Akershus Fortress, an important landmark and national symbol of Norway.

The afternoon is free for you to explore Oslo at your own pace. Stroll along Karl Johan, the city’s main boulevard, browse the many shops, or relax at one of the cafés and bars.

Dinner is at your own leisure and arrangements.

• Breakfast
• Clarion the Hub

This morning, board the train and travel west toward Norway’s spectacular fjord country. The journey is considered one of the most beautiful train rides in the world, taking you through picturesque countryside, dramatic mountains, and across the high plateau of Hardangervidda.

Arrive in Myrdal, where you will connect with the famous Flåm Railway (Flåmsbana). This remarkable mountain railway descends steeply from Myrdal to Flåm, with an impressive change in elevation along the way. As the train winds through the mountains, you’ll pass cascading waterfalls, deep valleys, and crystal-clear mountain streams, with breathtaking scenery at every turn.

Arrive in Flåm, beautifully situated at the head of the Aurlandsfjord, a branch of the magnificent Sognefjord. Check in to your hotel in the heart of Norway’s fjord country and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

In the evening, you may wish to visit Ægir Micro-Brewery, located in the heart of Flåm. With its cozy atmosphere and distinctive Viking-inspired architecture, Ægir is one of Norway’s best-known craft breweries and has received several international awards.

• Breakfast / Dinner
• Fretheim Hotel

After breakfast, embark on a scenic cruise through the magnificent Sognefjord, Norway’s longest and deepest fjord. Departing from Flåm, the journey takes you along the fjord toward the coast, with spectacular views of steep mountains, cascading waterfalls, and picturesque villages scattered along the shoreline.

As you cruise, look out for the entrances to the fjord’s many branches, including the spectacular Nærøyfjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its dramatic, narrow landscape and towering mountains. As the fjord gradually opens toward the sea, the final part of the journey takes you through the beautiful archipelago surrounding Bergen.

Arrive in Bergen, Norway’s picturesque “Gateway to the Fjords.” Set between seven mountains and the sea, Bergen is one of Norway’s most charming cities, with a historic center that is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

• Breakfast
• Scandic Ornen

After breakfast, enjoy a guided walking tour of Bergen, one of Norway’s most charming and historic cities.

Begin at the harbor and the lively Fish Market, then continue to the historic Hanseatic Quarter and Bryggen, Bergen’s iconic waterfront lined with beautifully preserved, colorful wooden buildings. Once home to German merchants of the Hanseatic League, Bryggen is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks. Continue through Bergen’s city center, where you’ll have time to browse the many shops along the pedestrian streets and soak up the lively atmosphere.

The afternoon is free for you to explore Bergen at your own pace. Wander through the narrow lanes of the old port, visit the Fish Market, or simply enjoy the city’s unique atmosphere.

For spectacular panoramic views, take the famous funicular to the top of Mount Fløyen. From above, you can admire the colorful rooftops of Bergen, the surrounding mountains, and the sparkling waters of the fjords—a beautiful view of the city known as the “Gateway to the Fjords.”

• Breakfast
• Scandic Ornen

Enjoy one last morning in Bergen before embarking on a scenic coastal journey toward southern Norway.

Board the ferry for a beautiful 5½-hour cruise along the coast. Be sure to step out onto the deck to enjoy the fresh sea air and admire the rugged coastline, picturesque islands, and countless small islets along the way. Disembark in Stavanger, a charming coastal city with a fascinating maritime heritage and a strong connection to Norway’s oil industry. Despite its importance as the country’s oil capital, Stavanger retains a relaxed and inviting atmosphere, with a beautiful historic center and charming wooden houses. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Dinner is at your own leisure and arrangements.

• Breakfast
• Hotel Victoria

After breakfast, discover Stavanger on foot, beginning with a stroll through the charming Old Town, known for its beautifully preserved white wooden houses, many of them adorned with colorful flowers.

Continue to Øvre Holmegate, one of Stavanger’s most distinctive streets. Nicknamed the “Colorful Street,” it is lined with brightly painted buildings, cafés, and small shops, creating a lively contrast to the traditional Old Town.

As Norway’s oil capital, Stavanger is also home to the Norwegian Petroleum Museum. A visit offers an interesting insight into how oil and gas are formed, discovered, extracted, and transformed into important commodities, as well as the industry’s role in Norway’s development.

In the afternoon, embark on a scenic 3-hour cruise through the spectacular Lysefjord. Surrounded by steep cliffs, dramatic mountains, and pristine wilderness, the fjord offers breathtaking views of the famous Preikestolen, or Pulpit Rock, rising high above the water.

Enjoy this unforgettable encounter with Norway’s raw and spectacular nature before returning to Stavanger.

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• Hotel Victoria

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