Tour Highlights Norway Hurtigruten Cruise Norwegian Fjords And Ex

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Accommodation for 8 nights Coastal cruise: Trondheim - Bergen (1 night) Daily Breakfast Professional English-speaking guide, as per itinerary Transportation by mini-coach, as per itinerary Group information meeting with your tour guide Dinners as a group (4 total) Lunch on board Hurtigruten Flåmrailway Journey (Return tickets) Stegastein Viewing Platform Entrance to Loen Skylift An Audio Guided Ferry Through Geirangerfjord Entrance to Dalsnibba Skywalk All ferry crossings, as per itinerary Carbon offsetting the package Detailed Personal Itinerary 24/7 helpline Taxes & service fees

Guide

PROFESSIONAL ENGLISH-SPEAKING GUIDE, AS PER ITINERARY Benefit from the services of a professional English-speaking guide during your tour, as per the detailed itinerary.

Accommodation

Accommodation for 8 nights We know the importance of getting a good sleep while on holiday. For that reason, during your small group tour, you can expect comfortable accommodation to rest your head each night. As you travel around your destination with your guide and group, you’ll stop at overnight properties that we’ve specially handpicked. So you know they have the Nordic Visitor stamp of approval. COASTAL CRUISE: TRONDHEIM - BERGEN (1 NIGHT) If you are booked with Hurtigruten: Get ready to set sail along Norway’s famous coastline on a classic Hurtigruten cruise experience. Your reservation will be for a Polar Outside cabin with a small port hole. Please note that we cannot guarantee a view from your cabin’s window. Your room will be around 8–11 square metres (86–118 square feet), come with either a double or twin beds, and will have private ensuite facilities. Each ship operated by Hurtigruten is slightly different, so the amenities on offer may vary. That said, you’ll always enjoy on-board Wi-Fi, a restaurant and dining area, a comfortable lounge and a spellbinding viewing deck. If you are booked with Havila Voyages: Hop aboard Norway’s newest coastal cruise liners to experience the sights in style. You reservation will be an Exterior Seaview Superior cabin with a port hole. Your room will be around 15 square metres (161 square feet). You’ll have either a double or twin beds as well as private ensuite facilities. All cabins on Havila Voyages ships have tea and coffee-making facilities. Aboard Havila, you can expect a selection of relaxing amenities. These include restaurants and cafes, relaxing lounges, on-board Wi-Fi and an enchanting viewing deck. Trondheim to Bergen – duration: Overnight (28.5 hours in total) In fact, our local experts regularly visit every accommodation where you’ll stay so we know they meet our high standards for quality and service.

Transport

TRANSPORTATION BY MINI-COACH, AS PER ITINERARY Transportation during this tour will be via mini-coach, as per the itinerary.

Meals

DINNERS AS A GROUP (4 TOTAL) Get to know your travel companions over a nice meal. Over the course of the Guided Small Group tour the group will enjoy 4 dinners together. LUNCH ON BOARD HURTIGRUTEN While onboard the Hurtigruten cruise, you’ll enjoy a lunch with your group, included in the package. This will be the final meal together on the tour, so take advantage to share your favourite moments.

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Flights to/from Norway Transfer to/from airport in Bergen Meals & drinks (unless otherwise stated) Any services not listed above as “Included” Personal travel insurance

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BERGEN: PRIVATE ARRIVAL TRANSFER ( US $169) Duration 20 minutes TRAIN - OSLO TO BERGEN ( US $189) Duration 7 hours

Insurance

PERSONAL TRAVEL INSURANCE To safeguard your trip from unexpected misfortunes, we highly recommend that you purchase travel insurance. There are numerous insurance providers online, offering policies with varying levels of coverage to protect your finances in the event of illness or other medical emergencies, lost or damaged luggage, flight cancellation, theft, and much more. Your credit card may offer basic travel insurance or emergency travel assistance if you use it to book travel or accommodation although the coverage is usually very limited. Check with your credit card provider to see if you are covered and what benefits are provided.

Flights

FLIGHTS TO/FROM NORWAY Why don‘t we include airfare in this tour? We do not include airfare in most of our tours because we find that you can save money by booking your flights directly with the airlines. This also allows you to take advantage of the airlines’ air-miles or frequent flyer programs. Although we generally do not book international flights for customers, our travel consultants can offer guidance if needed. See more airline information below. Getting to Norway Since Norway is among Europe’s most popular tourist destinations, there are plenty of airlines and flight to choose from. Airports & airline information in Norway: Oslo - Oslo Gardermoen Airport is served by several international and regional airlines: please click here to see all airlines operating at this airport. Oslo is typically the first arrival destination for our customers coming from outside Europe. Bergen – Bergen Airport is served by Widerøe, Norwegian, SAS, KLM, and Lufthansa. There are direct flights to Bergen from a number of major European gateways. Tromsø - Tromsø Airport is served by Widerøe, Norwegian, and SAS Kirkenes - Kirkenes Airport is served by Widerøe, Norwegian, and SAS General information: Norway belongs to the Schengen area. Travellers arriving from outside the Schengen area will need to go through passport control at the airport, but once inside the Schengen area, travellers do not need to show passports when entering into other Schengen countries. (This includes all other Nordic destinations: Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Greenland, Faroe Islands and Svalbard.)

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Day 1 Arrival In Bergen
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrival In Bergen

After arriving at Bergen Flesland Airport, make your way to the charming Bergen city centre, where your accommodation is located. If you arrive early, we recommend spending the afternoon strolling through the city and discovering the sights. You won’t want to miss the old wharf, Bryggen. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with centuries-old houses, a vibrant fish and flower market and an interesting range of museums. For spectacular views of Bergen, we recommend taking the Floibanen funicular up the mountainside. Tonight you will meet your tour guide and group for a welcome drink at your accommodation. You will have the evening at your leisure.

Spend the night at Zander K Hotel or similar.

Included:

• Information meeting and welcome drink with your guide
Day 2 Exploring The Majestic Fjords Route
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Exploring The Majestic Fjords Route

This morning your guide picks you up to start your adventure! Travel north to Norway’s adventure capital, Voss, where you’ll see the beautiful Tvindefossen waterfall. You’ll then reach the impressive Aurlandsfjord, from where you will embark on the famous Flåm Railway, or Flåmsbana. It is a steep train ride (one of the steepest in the world!) that climbs up from Flåm to Myrdal in the mountains and comes back down again.

After the scenic ride, you will make a stop at Stegastein, to enjoy a panoramic view of the fjord below. Your journey continues to Sogndal by the Sognefjord – Norway’s longest and deepest fjord. At your accommodation for the night, dinner will be served to the group.

Spend the night at the Quality Hotel Sogndal or similar.

Included:

• Continental breakfast buffet at your accommodation

• Flåmsbana railway tickets (return journey)

• Visit to Stegastein Viewpoint

• Ferry on Lærdalsfjorden (30 minutes)

• Dinner at your accommodation

Estimated time with guide: 9-10 hours (including ferry and railway journey)
Day 3 Scenic Fjords & Loen Skylift
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Scenic Fjords & Loen Skylift

Today you continues the journey north. You’ll pass by the Fjærland road towards the Jostedalsbreen glacier, which is mainland Europe’s largest ice cap. Before you reach the quaint village of Loen, your guide will drive you along the magnificent Nordfjord with its dazzling turquoise lakes, cascading waterfalls, vast glaciers and steep mountains.

In the afternoon you will board the thrilling Loen Skylift. This cable car will take you to the altitude of 1,011 metres (3,300 feet) with amazing views of the fjord below. When you reach tonight’s accommodation, you will enjoy dinner with the group.

Spend the night at Hotel Alexandra or similar.

Included:

• Continental breakfast buffet at your accommodation

• Loen Skylift ticket

• Dinner at your accommodation

Estimated time with guide: 7-8 hours
Day 4 The Grand Geirangerfjord
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

The Grand Geirangerfjord

Today your journey will take you to the UNESCO-protected Geirangerfjord. Board the 65-minute ferry from Hellesylt to Geiranger, on which you’ll learn about the wondrous waterfalls and deep history and diverse geology of the area. Make sure to enjoy the spectacular views during the ferry ride, as the captain navigates the deep fjord.

With its fairytale landscape, Geiranger has a lot to offer nature lovers. Don’t miss the snow-covered mountaintops, delicate waterfalls like the Seven Sisters and Bridal Veil, lush green vegetation and the deep blue waters.

You will then head to Dalsnibba to visit the Geiranger Skywalk, Europe’s highest fjord viewpoint accessible by road. Enjoy the sweeping views of Geirangerfjord, as well as across to the mountains and the mighty Blåbreen glacier. The journey then returns to the village of Geiranger where you will enjoy dinner with the group at your accommodation.

Spend the night at Hotel Union or similar

Included:

• Continental breakfast buffet at your accommodation

• Geiranger Skywalk at Dalsnibba

• Dinner at your accommodation

Estimated time with guide: 7-8 hours
Day 5 Thrilling Roads To Ålesund
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Thrilling Roads To Ålesund

Get ready for some especially exciting routes today! From Geiranger, your guides takes you along the steep and winding Ørnevegen, known as “the Eagle Road”. From Eidsdal you’ll then take a short ferry to Linge. If you enjoy twists and turns, you will be very impressed by the next drive up Trollstigen, “the Troll Ladder”, which is one of the most visited spots in Norway.

After passing towering mountains, you will reach Ålesund, nestled on the coast at the mouth of the fjords. It is a captivating city that was almost completely destroyed and rebuilt after a great fire in 1904. That means it looks very different from other Norwegian towns with its Art Nouveau architecture. The turrets, spires and beautiful ornamentation give the town its distinctive character, like something out of a fairytale.

Here you can take the opportunity to visit the Atlantic Sea-Park or enjoy the stunning panorama from Fjellstuen viewpoint.

Spend the night at Quality Hotel Waterfront or similar.

Included:

• Continental breakfast buffet at your accommodation

Estimated time with guide: 7-8 hours
Day 6 The Atlantic Ocean Road
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

The Atlantic Ocean Road

After breakfast at your hotel in Ålesund, get back on the bus as you continue north. Your guide will take you to Vestnes, from where you’ll board a ferry to Molde. Then you’ll head for the coast, passing by the small fishing village of Bud. This charming town has historical significance as it was the centre of trading in the 16th and 17th centuries between Bergen and Trondheim.

From here you take the famous Atlantic Ocean Road, with the vast sea on one side and majestic mountains on the other. End the day in Kristiansund, a cute town built over 5 islands with beautiful views from its natural harbour. Dinner will be served at your accommodation.

Spend the night at Thon Hotel Storgata or similar.

Included:

• Continental breakfast buffet at your accommodation

• Dinner at your accommodation

Estimated time with guide: 8-9 hours
Day 7 Trondheim - The Viking Age Capital
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trondheim - The Viking Age Capital

The group will continue to Trondheim, the "Capital of the Vikings". Once you arrive, you have the rest of the day at your leisure in this vibrant port city. It was once called “Nidaros” when it used to be the Norwegian capital in the Viking Age.

Here you will find plenty to visit and see like the Old Town Bridge (“Gamle bybro”) and the charming Bakklandet neighbourhood. Pop by the remarkable Nidaros Cathedral, with architecture to rival Notre Dame de Paris. Or discover a museum or two, such as the Ringve Museum and Gardens or the Trøndelag Folk Museum.

Spend the night at Thon Hotel Nidaros or similar.

Included:

• Continental breakfast buffet at your accommodation

Estimated time with guide: 4 hours
Day 8 Scenic Coastal Cruise
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Scenic Coastal Cruise

This morning, you will head to Trondheim’s harbour to board the ship for the Norwegian Coastal Voyage. This Hurtigruten cruise is the ideal way to experience the maritime beauty of Norway.

Your cruise ship will set sail along the Trondheim Fjord and past Hitra island, weaving through inlets exposing the raw beauty of wide fjord.

In the afternoon, you have time to enjoy the scenery from Hurtigruten as you sail along the coast of Norway towards Bergen.

Spend the night in a private cabin on the cruise ship.

Included:

• Continental breakfast buffet at your accommodation

• Hurtigruten Norwegian Coastal Voyage from Trondheim to Bergen, including transfer to the ship
Day 9 Sail To Historic Bergen
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Sail To Historic Bergen

During the night, the ship calls at Torvik, Måløy, and Florø coming within view of its final destination, Bergen. Before reaching the city, you’ll enjoy one final meal (lunch) with your group on board the ship. This is a good moment to reminisce about your favourite moments of your tour.

Arriving in Bergen, you have the afternoon to spend at your leisure. Visit some things you may have missed on arrival or discover new spots in the city. On a sunny day, we recommend heading up into the mountains via one of the cable cars to enjoy the views and natural beauty of Bergen.

Spend the night at Zander K Hotel or similar.

Included:

• Continental breakfast buffet at your accommodation

• Farewell lunch on board Hurtigruten cruise ship
Day 10 Departure From Bergen
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Departure From Bergen

When it’s time for your Norwegian adventure to come to an end, you can either take a taxi from your accommodation to the airport or hop on public transport. If your flight is in the afternoon, you can choose to enjoy some last-minute shopping in Bergen, visit one more attraction or simply relax in a local café, enjoying the last few moments of this amazing journey.

Included:

• Continental breakfast buffet at your accommodation

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Itinerary of your trip Highlights Norway Hurtigruten Cruise Norwegian Fjords And Ex

Arrival In Bergen

Exploring The Majestic Fjords Route

Scenic Fjords & Loen Skylift

The Grand Geirangerfjord

Thrilling Roads To Ålesund

The Atlantic Ocean Road

Trondheim - The Viking Age Capital

Scenic Coastal Cruise

Sail To Historic Bergen

Departure From Bergen

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