The Magic of the Fjords

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.

At 10:00, meet your local guide at the reception of your hotel and enjoy 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 on the top of the Mountain Fløyen, for overall view of the city.

• Breakfast
• Zander K or similar
• Options: Floibanen Funicular and Food Tour, Fjordcruise to Mostraumen

Depending on your hotel location, we will provide a transfer to port or morning walk to the Bergen port where you will embark a cruise to Balestrand. Enjoy the views of Sognefjord, the King of Fjords. Departure from Bergen: 08:00 am (schedule subject to change). Arrival in Balestrand: 11:55 am. Upon arrival in Balestrand – short walk from port to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Dinner time will be advised by your escort.

• Breakfast / Dinner
• Kviknes Hotel or similar

Day at leisure to explore the region on your own.

Optional: HALF DAY EXCURSION TO FJÆRLAND
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 vibrant landscape. We arrive at Fjærland, where the glacier meets the fjord. Here we wait for a shuttle bus which 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.

We recommend that you book this excursion when you book the tour, as we cannot guarantee availability if booked upon arrival in Norway.

• Breakfast / Dinner
• Kviknes Hotel or similar

Today’s journey begins with a scenic cruise on the Sognefjord – known as the King of Norway and the country’s longest fjord. Your cruise will take you along the Aurlandsfjord, a 17-kilometer arm of the world’s second-longest fjord (Sognefjord – 204 km). This area is renowned as one of the most picturesque fjords in the world.

Flåm
Arrive in the charming village of Flåm, where you will have some free time to explore and soak in the beautiful surroundings.

Myrdal & Flåmsbana Railway
From Flåm, depart to Myrdal by train. Myrdal Station is a mountain railway junction located about 13 km from Flåm. Here, you will board the famous Flåmsbana, one of the steepest train lines in the world. The journey showcases breathtaking Norwegian landscapes, including the Rallar Road, towering mountains, spectacular waterfalls, and over 20 tunnels. With so many viewpoints, it often feels like you are traveling multiple times between the mountains and the fjord.

Schedule (subject to change)

11:55 – Cruise Balestrand to Flåm (arrival at 13:25)
16:05 – Panoramic train from Flåm to Myrdal (arrival at 17:02)
17:53 – Bergen Railway train from Myrdal to Oslo (arrival at 22:27 or 23:00)

• Breakfast
• Clarion the Hub or similar

Meet your local guide at the hotel reception and set off at 11:00 AM for a 3-hour guided sightseeing tour of the city, where history, culture, and stunning architecture come together in a captivating journey.

Begin your exploration at Frogner Park, home to the world-famous Vigeland Sculpture installation, where over 200 bronze and granite sculptures tell stories of the human experience in breathtaking detail. From there, continue to the Royal Palace, the official residence of Norway’s monarchs, and admire its elegant architecture and beautiful surrounding gardens.

Next, visit City Hall, an iconic landmark where the prestigious Nobel Peace Prize ceremony takes place each year. Discover its remarkable art, rich history, and impressive interior while learning about its significance to the city and the nation. Conclude your tour at the historic Akershus Fortress, a medieval stronghold overlooking the Oslo Fjord. Wander through its centuries-old walls, imagining life in times past, and enjoy panoramic views of the city and harbor.

This guided tour offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and scenic beauty, giving you an in-depth look at the capital’s most iconic landmarks while uncovering stories and details that only a local expert can provide.

• Breakfast
• Clarion the Hub or similar

Our tour ends after breakfast. Depending on your flight details, you can still enjoy some last-minute shopping for the 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.

• Breakfast