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Winter in Norway: Fjords, Coast and Arctic

Tour Itinerary

Upon arrival, meet your driver and transfer to the hotel.

  • Thon Opera Hotel 5*
  • Private Transfer

Your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby to start the tour. You’ll explore the old town of Oslo, with stops at iconic landmarks like the Royal Palace, Parliament, and the lively Karl Johan Street. Along the way, you’ll take in views of the Oslo Fjord, visit the trendy Aker Brygge (a former shipyard turned hotspot), and discover historical gems like the Medieval Akershus Fortress and the charming Kvadraturen district from the 17th century. You'll also visit the Domkirke Cathedral and marvel at the modern New National Opera House. The tour wraps up with a stroll through the stunning Vigeland Sculpture Park.

  • Breakfast
  • Thon Opera Hotel 5*

Early in the morning, walk to Oslo Central Station and board the train to Bergen. Your main luggage will be transferred to Bergen so you can travel lightly with an overnight backpack. Change trains in Myrdal and enjoy the famous Flam Railway ride through charming villages in the fjords. Get off in Flam and take the rest of the day slowly. Dinner will be served in a hotel restaurant.

  • Breakfast / Dinner
  • Fretheim Hotel 4*

Continue your journey through Norwegian fjords from Flåm to Bergen. Start your day sailing through Aurlandsfjord into the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Nærøyfjord, the narrowest fjord in Europe. This most beautiful arm of Sognefjord is surrounded by mighty waterfalls and small farms clinging to the steep mountainsides. Disembark in Gudvangen and continue by bus through Nærøydalen. In Voss, change to train on the Bergen Railway for the final stretch of your journey. Upon arrival in Bergen, walk to your hotel.

  • Breakfast
  • Clarion Admiral Hotel 4*

After breakfast, enjoy a 3 hours city sightseeing tour of Bergen with a local guide, including a visit to the popular Fish and Flower Market, the famous Bryggen Harbour with its gabled packhouses, and the old Hanseatic Quarter. After the city tour, you’ll go on a ride on the Bergen Funicular to the top of Mount Fløien. Enjoy great views over the fjords and mountains surrounding the city of Bergen.

  • Breakfast / Lunch
  • Clarion Admiral Hotel 4*

Free day to rest and explore on your own.

In the late afternoon we will transfer to the ferry terminal and embark on a scenic cruise along Norway's stunning coastline. You’ll sail through beautiful fjords, past towering mountains, small islands, and charming coastal villages. The cruise is relaxing and often includes chances to see wildlife like seabirds, seals, or even whales. Onboard, you can enjoy Norwegian food, cozy cabins, and panoramic views from the deck. It’s a mix of adventure, nature, and culture, perfect for experiencing Norway’s coastal beauty!

  • Breakfast / Dinner
  • Seaview Superior Cabin

Don’t miss the coastal winter scenery at night. Wake up early and enjoy the stunning beauty of the fjords as you sip your morning coffee. The ship sails past the West Cape and enters open waters before reaching Ålesund. Discover the Hjørundfjord, one of Norway’s most remote fjords. Spend another night aboard the coastal cruise.

  • Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
  • Seaview Superior Cabin

Your cruise ends in Trondheim in the morning. Upon arrival, meet your local guide and explore the sights of this historic city, which was the capital of Norway during Viking times. The prominent landmark is Nidaros Cathedral, one of Scandinavia’s most significant buildings from the Middle Ages. Other places of interest are the Old Town Bridge (“Gamle Bybro”), Bakklandet, an idyllic historic neighborhood, the Ringve Music Museum, and Munkholmen Island.

  • Breakfast
  • Scandic Nidelven 4*

Say goodbye to Norway’s south and fly into the Arctic Circle. The flight from Trondheim to Tromso takes around two hours. Upon arrival in Tromso, we will transfer you to the hotel. In the evening, join a small group heading out of town to look for the Northern Lights.

* Please note that the northern lights are natural, and sightings cannot be guaranteed.

  • Breakfast
  • Radisson Blu Hotel 4*

In the morning, we will take a two-hour guided city walk and learn about its history and contemporary life. Enjoy the cultural highlights of Tromsø, stroll along the city’s main shopping street, Strogata, or visit the local Polar Museum. Spend the rest of the day exploring Tromso, considered “The Capital of Northern Norway.”

Adventure awaits you in the evening. We will hunt for the Northern Lights at sea tonight while enjoying dinner on board. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your accommodation.

 

  • Breakfast / Dinner
  • Radisson Blu Hotel 4*

Depart from Tromso to visit a reindeer ranch and learn about the Sami people. Hand-feed reindeer, enter a traditional home to enjoy a meal cooked over the fire, and listen to ancestral stories.

  • Breakfast / Lunch
  • Radisson Blu Hotel 4*

Today, you are free to explore the town at your own pace and soak up the unique Arctic charm of the city. Consider visiting the Northern Norway Art Museum (“Nordnorsk Kunstmuseum”) to dive deeper into the local culture. If you’d like, you can also book an optional morning activity before catching your flight to Oslo in the afternoon.

The flight from Tromsø to Oslo takes about two hours. Once you arrive, depending on the timing of your international flight the next day, you may spend the night at a hotel conveniently located near the airport.

  • Breakfast
  • Radisson Blu Hotel 4*

In the morning transfer to the airport and return to the US

  • Breakfast
  • Private Transfer
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