Magic of The Fjords
Experience the best of what Norway has to offer: fjords, waterfalls, coastal and city culture, the unique Viking History, a glacier, mountains, and idyllic islands, traveling the region by panoramic train rides, and ferries. The tour only includes guiding in Oslo and Bergen. The rest of the time is at leisure to explore the region at your own pace.
Tour Itinerary
Welcome to The Kingdom of Norway – a country with the most beautiful fjords on Earth.
Arrival in Bergen and transfer to the hotel on your own. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Bergen
Discover Bergen – the world heritage city. Bergen is the Gateway to the Fjords of Norway. As a UNESCO World Heritage City and a European City of Culture, the Bergen region has the ideal combination of nature, culture, and exciting urban life all year around.
City Walking Tour & Fløibanen Funicular
Join a small group tour with a local guide for a walking tour of the city of Bergen. Pass through the most emblematic places such as the Hanseatic Bryggen, with the church of Mary, the Hakon fortress, and the famous fish market. You can visit the Fløibanen Funicular, which will take you to the top of the Mountain Fløyen, for an overall view of the city. Check out the spectacular view of the city, play in the Troll Forest, or walk exciting nature trails.
Overnight in Bergen
Breakfast
Luggage Porterage (optional)
f you prefer to travel light, you can opt for our optional luggage service. With this service, your luggage will be transported from Bergen to Oslo and delivered to you on day 5. If you choose this option, we recommend packing a smaller bag with your essentials for the two-night stay in Balestrand. Luggage must be dropped off at the hotel reception before 6:30 am.
Fjord Cruise
In the morning, make your way to Bergen to embark on a cruise to Balestrand. Enjoy the views of Sognefjord, the King of Fjords. On board, you can enjoy the views through panoramic windows in the lounge, or go out onto the large sun deck for an invigorating experience at the very “heart”of Fjord Norway. Upon arrival in Balestrand, Take a short walk (350m) from the pier to your hotel.
Dinner and overnight stay at Kviknes Hotel - the jewel of the Sognefjord, Balestrand.
Overnight in Balestrand
Breakfast, Buffet Dinner
Day Excursion to Fjaerland
Round-trip Balestrand-Fjærland, including Bøyabreen, Supphellebreen, and a visit to the Norwegian Glacier Museum. We sail through the beautiful Fjærland fjord with amazing views of the steep mountains, the green fjord itself, and the vibrant landscape. We arrive at Fjærland, where the glacier meets the fjord. Here we wait for a shuttle bus that takes us to the Norwegian Glacier Museum. Enjoy Ivo Caprino's panoramic film about Jostedalen Glacier and the fascinating exhibition. The trip continues by coach to the two glaciers –Supphellebreen and Bøyabreen – before the coach takes us back to Fjærland. The full-day excursion concludes with a boat trip back to Hella/Balestrand. Coach to the glaciers and museum entrance are included in the round-trip fare.
Dinner and overnight stay at Kviknes Hotel - the jewel of the Sognefjord, Balestrand.
Overnight in Balestrand
Breakfast, Buffet Dinner
The continuation of your journey on the Sognefjord today starts with a cruise. Sognefjord - the King of Norway and the longest fjord in Norway. The initial part of the fjord, called Aurlandsfjord, is a 17-kilometer arm of the world’s second-longest fjord, the Sognefjord (204 km). It is one of the most picturesque fjords in the world.
Arrive in Flåm, where you will have some free time to discover this beautiful village.
Departure to Myrdal by train. Myrdal station is a mountain railway station and junction, located about 13 km from the village of Flåm. Board the famous Flåmsbana - one of the steepest trainlines in the world. The train journey runs through fantastic nature, past the Rallar road, steep mountains, breath-taking waterfalls and no less than 20 tunnels. It offers so many viewpoints that many feel like traveling multiple times between the mountain and the fjord.
Upon arrival at Oslo Central Station, walk to your hotel nearby.
Overnight in Oslo
Breakfast
Oslo Discovery Tour: Bus tour + Walking tour
Embark on this discovery tour and explore Oslo's "must-see” attractions. Feel the cozy atmosphere of the city center, admire stunning views over Oslo fjord from Holmenkollen Ski Jump, and 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. Then, on Bygdøy Peninsula you will enhance your Oslo experience by visiting 2 unique museums: the Fram Museum and the Norwegian Folk Museum (the Open-Air Museum)
Overnight in Oslo
Breakfast
Breakfast and Hotel check-out.
Depending on your flight details, you can still enjoy some last-minute shopping for Viking souvenirs, walk along the streets and explore the city of the royal family, and the main Karl Johan’s Street, with many shops, bars, and cafes.
From City Hotel: Take an Airport Express Train (FLYTOGET), offering the simplest and fastest journey to and from Oslo Airport (19 mins).
Breakfast
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