Norwegian Fjords Escape
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6 days
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Norway
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Comfortable pace
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Escapes by Globus
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Discover some of the world’s most beautiful and mysterious landscapes on this 6-day off-peak adventure through the Norwegian countryside. Uncover the secrets of Oslo with a local guide, drive through the stunning valley of Hallingdal soaking up the views and spend time in the fjordside village of Flåm. Take a boat trip across the spectacular Naeroyfjord and experience the natural beauty of Norway for yourself.
At a glance
- Oslo Your local guide will show you round the cultural highlights of the capital, including City Hall - home of the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony, National Theatre and Storting Building.
- Hallingdal Drive through the lovely valley and through the world's longest road tunnel.
- Flåm Take a breathtaking cruise across the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord and discover why National Geographic rated it the number one site in the world for natural heritage.
- Bergen Step back in time as you walk around the cobbled streets and narrow alleys of 'Bryggen', with your local guide to unlock its secrets. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner at your hotel.
What's included
Price match guarantee
Find a like-for-like tour that's cheaper elsewhere and we'll match its price and give you £100 off. That's how confident we are that we offer the best possible value for money on our touring holidays.With accommodation, transfers, excursions, selected meals, private VIP home pick-up and the services of an expert Tour Director all included in the price, our escorted tour holidays are highly rated by our customers. But should you find a like-for-like tour cheaper elsewhere, we will match its price and give you a further £100 reduction.
VIP home pick-up service
You'll be picked up at home and whisked off to your departure point in a private, air-conditioned car, and we'll be waiting to take you home too.Our VIP home pick-up service is included up to 50 miles to your departure airport. Your driver will happily load and unload your luggage, and drive you to your departure terminal. At the close of your trip, you'll be welcomed by your driver in the arrivals hall and returned home again. A supplement is payable per mile over 50 miles.
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Norwegian Fjords Escape
Overview
Discover some of the world’s most beautiful and mysterious landscapes on this 6-day off-peak adventure through the Norwegian countryside. Uncover the secrets of Oslo with a local guide, drive through the stunning valley of Hallingdal soaking up the views and spend time in the fjordside village of Flåm. Take a boat trip across the spectacular Naeroyfjord and experience the natural beauty of Norway for yourself.
Total meals included:
- 5 breakfasts, 3 dinners
UK - Oslo, Norway
Day1
On arrival you will transfer to your hotel.
Welcome to Oslo, ancient capital of Norway! At 6 pm, meet your travelling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Meals included:
- Dinner
Oslo
Day2
Today gives you a proper introduction to Oslo, the country’s hub of trade and industry. Sightseeing with a local guide features the National Theatre, considered the home for Ibsen’s plays; the unique Storting building, seat of Parliament; and the Royal Palace, residence of Norwegian monarchs since 1849. Stroll through magnificent Frogner Park with Gustav Vigeland’s extraordinary sculptures; and visit the City Hall, where the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony is held each year. Afterwards, an optional excursion is available to see relics of Norway’s glorious seafaring past—including 1,000-year-old Viking ships!
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Oslo - Gol - Flåm
Day3
Depart the city and drive northwest through Hallingdal, a large valley with rich traditions in iron production, cattle trade, and traditional folk art, music, and dance. Stop in Gol for a visit, before travelling through the world’s longest road tunnel (15 miles) to Aurland. Arrive in the picturesque village of Flåm, situated at the head of Aurlandsfjord.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Flåm - Naeroyfjord - Bergen
Day4
The highlight this morning is a breathtakin boat ride on the famous Nærøyfjord, the best known branch of the Sognefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and also rated by the National Geographic Society as the world’s number one natural heritage site. In Gudvangen, board your coach and travel via Voss to Bergen, “City of Seven Mountains.” An orientation drive features the main sights: the Bergenhus Fortress with its medieval Håkon’s Hall and Rosenkrantz Tower, the charming Bryggen Hanseatic Wharf, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; the harbour; and the famous Fish Market. This evening, why not sample regional dishes at a traditional restaurant.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Bergen
Day5
Follow your local guide through Bryggen: step back in time as you walk along narrow, cobblestone alleyways past colourful wooden houses. Also see the 12th-century St. Mary’s Church, where Hanseatic merchants attended religious services until the 1870s.
Tonight, celebrate the success of your unforgettable journey with a farewell dinner at your hotel.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Bergen - UK
Day6
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Hotels
Tour hotels will be as specified or alternatives of a similar standard.