Magic of the Fjords Upgrade
Norway's natural wonders
This 6- or 8-night adventure in Norway will feature the capital city, Oslo, the gateway to the fjords, Bergen, charming Balestrand and Fjaerland village! With air, hotels, tours, and more included, this is simply the best way to enjoy a multi-city Norway vacation. This upgraded package includes upgraded hotels in all cities and additional tours in Oslo and Bergen!
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare into Oslo (OSL), out of Bergen (BGO)
- 2 nights in Oslo at the Clarion The Hub Hotel, or similar
- Discover Oslo Tour
- Standard-class rail from Oslo to Myrdal
- Flam Railway from Myrdal to Flam
- Sognefjord cruise from Flam to Sognefjord Region
- 2 nights in the Sognefjord Region at the Kviknes Hotel, or similar (with dinner)
- Half-day excursion to Fjaerland Glacier*
- Sognefjord cruise from Sognefjord Region to Bergen
- 2 nights in Bergen at the Clarion Admiral Hotel, or similar
- Bergen Food & Culture Walk
- Breakfast daily
*Please note the excursion to Fjaerland Glacier only operates June 1st through September 15th. Any departures before or after those dates unfortunately do not include this tour.
Great Ways to Explore
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Norway’s capital city, Oslo, is renowned for its music, culture and design.
- The fjord town of Balestrand combines charm and convenience to give you a great experience.
Discover the highlight of Oslo with your included city tour!
Enjoy a tour to Fjaerland, a village in Sognefjord where glacier and fjord meet.
Discover Norway’s maritime heritage in Bergen with lively markets, quaint alleyways and colorful fishing houses.
Oslo is the smallest Scandinavian capital city, but has some of the most interesting Viking history and traditional folklore to keep you entertained for weeks! With your included Oslo city tour, you'll have a chance to admire it all from the Norwegian museums to the neoclassic facades neighboring unexpectedly vast, green pastures. Oslo is a smorgasbord of history, art, architecture, and beauty.
You'll also spend two nights in Sognefjord, Norway's longest and deepest fjord. Surround yourself with emerald-green fjords, blue glaciers, and mighty waterfalls in one of Europe's most picturesque regions.
In Bergen you’ll discover a lively atmosphere, dripping with a maritime heritage. With your included food and culture tour, you'll be immersed in the heritage as well as the cuisine of the city. Look up and you’ll see the funicular zipping up the mountain, offering travelers an aerial view of this picturesque town.
Nordic culture ranges from the immense fjords to the quaint towns and unique cultural points of interest. With completely majestic scenery you’ll leave Norway amazed.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Round-trip economy class airfare into Oslo (OSL), out of Bergen (BGO)
- 2 nights in Oslo at the Clarion The Hub Hotel, or similar
- Discover Oslo Tour
- Standard-class rail from Oslo to Myrdal
- Flam Railway from Myrdal to Flam
- Sognefjord cruise from Flam to Sognefjord Region
- 2 nights in the Sognefjord Region at the Kviknes Hotel, or similar (with dinner)
- Half-day excursion to Fjaerland Glacier*
- Sognefjord cruise from Sognefjord Region to Bergen
- 2 nights in Bergen at the Clarion Admiral Hotel, or similar
- Bergen Food & Culture Walk
- Breakfast daily
*Please note the excursion to Fjaerland Glacier only operates June 1st through September 15th. Any departures before or after those dates unfortunately do not include this tour.
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Norway’s capital city, Oslo, is renowned for its music, culture and design.
- The fjord town of Balestrand combines charm and convenience to give you a great experience.
Discover the highlight of Oslo with your included city tour!
Enjoy a tour to Fjaerland, a village in Sognefjord where glacier and fjord meet.
Discover Norway’s maritime heritage in Bergen with lively markets, quaint alleyways and colorful fishing houses.
Oslo is the smallest Scandinavian capital city, but has some of the most interesting Viking history and traditional folklore to keep you entertained for weeks! With your included Oslo city tour, you'll have a chance to admire it all from the Norwegian museums to the neoclassic facades neighboring unexpectedly vast, green pastures. Oslo is a smorgasbord of history, art, architecture, and beauty.
You'll also spend two nights in Sognefjord, Norway's longest and deepest fjord. Surround yourself with emerald-green fjords, blue glaciers, and mighty waterfalls in one of Europe's most picturesque regions.
In Bergen you’ll discover a lively atmosphere, dripping with a maritime heritage. With your included food and culture tour, you'll be immersed in the heritage as well as the cuisine of the city. Look up and you’ll see the funicular zipping up the mountain, offering travelers an aerial view of this picturesque town.
Nordic culture ranges from the immense fjords to the quaint towns and unique cultural points of interest. With completely majestic scenery you’ll leave Norway amazed.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
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Day 1. Welcome to Oslo!
Upon arrival in Oslo, make your way to your hotel. Once you settle in, spend the day at your leisure to discover this Norwegian capital.
Check-in - Clarion Hotel The Hub
Day 2. Oslo
After breakfast, enjoy your included tour exploring the compact city center on foot to see highlights such as the Vigeland Sculpture Park and the Viking Ship Museum.
In the evening, stroll the harborfront Aker Brygge district which is home to some of Oslo's best shopping and restaurants.
Discover Oslo Tour
Embark on a tour of the city to learn all about Oslo's must-see attractions! Take in the friendly atmosphere of the city center where you can admire the Holmenkollen Ski Jump and drink in the sights over the Oslofjord. You will also explore Vigeland Sculpture Park with a guided walking tour. After, you'll set off for Bygdoy Peninsula where you can choose if you'd like to see Fram Museum or Kon-Tiki Museum. Finally, the tour will end with a visit to the Viking Ship Museum.
Day 3. Oslo - Sognefjord
In the morning, you will depart on a train to Flam with a stop at the mountaintop Myrdal railway station. Here you will board the famous Flåmsbana - one of the steepest train lines in the world. The train journey runs through beautiful nature, past the Rallar road, steep mountains, breathtaking waterfalls and through 20 tunnels.
Upon arrival in Flam, you will enjoy some free time to discover this scenic village. Your journey continues by a cruise on the Sognefjord, Norway's longest and deepest fjord. The initial part of the fjord, Aurlandsfjord, is a 10-mile arm of Sognefjord, considered to be one of the most picturesque fjords in the world!
Train to Myrdal
Train to Flam
Cruise to Sognefjord Region
Check-in - Kviknes Hotel
Kviknes Hotel's traditions of hospitality go back to 1752. Today's owners, the Kvikne family, took over in 1877. Kviknes is a modern hotel with old-world charm. With 190 guest rooms it is one of the most traditional hotels in Norway. The hotel is graced with an extensive collection of artworks and antiques, which give it a special style.
The hotel is placed in beautiful Norwegian national romantic scenery. The list of prominent guests is a long one. Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany was a frequent guest in Balestrand. Royalty, emperors, presidents, prime ministers, film stars and artists from many countries can be found on the guest list.
Day 4. Sognefjord
Today you will head out on a round-trip excursion to Fjaerland, the glacier village next to Sognefjorden and Jostedalsbreen Glacier.
Half-day excursion to Fjaerland Glacier
Take a tour of Fjærland including Bøyabreen, Supphellebreen, and a visit to the Norwegian Glacier Museum. Sail through the beautiful Fjærland fjord to being your excursion. After, you'll be shuttled to the Norwegian Glacier Museum. Enjoy Ivo Caprino's panoramic film about Jostedalen Glacier and the fascinating exhibition before continuing by coach to the glaciers Supphellebreen and Bøyabreen.
Day 5. Sognefjord - Bergen
Enjoy the morning at your leisure in Sognefjord. Later this afternoon, you will embark on the fast boat destined for Bergen. This evening you’ll arrive in picturesque Bergen, often called the most characteristic of all Scandinavian cities.
Known as the Gateway to the Fjords of Norway, Bergen is a UNESCO World Heritage City, a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, and a European City of Culture - with an ideal combination of nature, culture and exciting urban life all year around.Cruise to Bergen
Check-in - Clarion Admiral Hotel
The Clarion Hotel is a 4-star hotel located near Bergen Harbor, providing stunning views of Bryggen Hanseatic Wharf.
Guests can enjoy a Scandinavian breakfast buffet with a selection of organic and hypoallergenic options. The hotel also features Kitchen & Table, an on-site restaurant and bar. The restaurant serves dishes that combine international flavors with the authentic flavor of Scandinavia, with local ingredients.
Guest rooms have blackout curtains to ensure a restful night's sleep. Amenities include free Wi-Fi, a TV, desk, hairdryer, minibar, iron/ironing board, in-room safe, phone, and a private bathroom. Additionally, 24-hour room service is available.
The hotel is near some great attractions in the area. Bergen Aquarium, Bergen Art Museum, Bryggen UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Floiebanen funicular railway are all within a 15-minute walk from the hotel.
Day 6. Bergen
Today you'll head out to enjoy your included Bergen Food & Culture tour, where you'll have the opportunity to experience the city's unique cuisine and heritage.
Once your tour has ended, consider making your way to the Fløibanen Funicular, which will take you to the top of the Mountain Fløyen for spectacular views of the city.
Bergen Food & Culture Walk
On this 3-hour culinary adventure, your guide will offer a taste of daily life in Bergen as you enjoy local favorites and hear the stories of the talented artisans shaping Bergen’s food scene.
Highlights:
• Escape bustling “Bryggen”; Your local food expert will provide an insider’s look into the incredible history and culture of Bergen
• Relax on the #1 rated Bergen food tour as you eat and drink your way through Bergen
• Get up close and personal with "Bergen Style" dishes - soup, brown cheese, seafood, and reindeer
• Walk away with new culinary knowledge, big smiles, full stomachs, and the confidence to explore new areas.
Day 7. Depart Norway
Have breakfast at the hotel and the day at your leisure until your scheduled departure. At the appropriate time, make your way back to the airport and say goodbye to Norway!