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NORWEGIAN ODYSSEY 2006:

 

 CITIES - FJORDS - COASTAL STEAMER


12 days / 11 nights, Oslo - Myrdal - Flåm Railway – Sogne Fjord - Balestrand - Bergen -

Northbound Coastal Voyage – Ålesund - Geiranger Fjord - Trondheim - Bodø - Lofoten –

Svolvær - Tromsø - North Cape - Kirkenes – Oslo


Departures: Daily, May 01 - September 30

Experience the highlights of Oslo, Norway's capital. Enjoy the scenic train journey on the Norway Nutshell route from Oslo to Myrdal. Ride the famous Flåm Railway to Flåm, descending through wild, mountain scene with thundering waterfalls, ending in the fertile Flåm Valley. Cruise on the mighty Sogne Fjord to the fjord village of Balestrand. Overnight at the historic Kvikne's Hotel, dating back to 1850,  before cruising through the mighty Sogne Fjord, longest and deepest fjord in the world, ending in the colorful Hanseatic city of Bergen.

Embark on the Norwegian Coastal Steamer for the "World's Most Beautiful Sea Voyage", offering a unique combination of first-class passenger ship and working ship. The Coastal Voyage is still a lifeline of Norway along a stretch of coast characterized by vast distances, a sparse population, dramatic fjords and breathtaking scenery. Among ports of call on your northbound sailing are Ålesund, Trondheim, the Lofoten Islands, Tromsø and the rugged North Cape. Enjoy the additional shore excursions, including the breathtaking Geiranger Fjord as well as the 1000 year-old city of Trondheim with the medieval Nidaros Cathedral. Disembark in Kirkenes, and fly back to Oslo.
This unescorted journey features the captivating western coastline of Norway, combined with the magnificent scenery of the Fjord region, highlights of bustling cities and ports. Along with the Lofoten Islands, the Trollfjord and North Cape, you will experience Norway as only a few will see!
 

Day 1 ARRIVAL IN OSLO
Arrive at Oslo Gardermoen Airport. Transfer on your own to the hotel. Spend you day at leisure. Overnight at the Hotel Bristol, ideally located in the city center close to Karl-Johan Boulevard.


Day 2 OSLO (B)
Breakfast at the hotel. Your day is free in Oslo to explore the many sights and museums. Perhaps a visit the Vigeland Sculpture Park, the Holmenkollen Ski Jump, or take a short cruise to Bygdøy Peninsula. Overnight at the Hotel Bristol, ideally located in the city center.

Day 3 OSLO - FLÅM - BALESTRAND (B, D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer on your own to Oslo Central Station for your departure on the scenic Bergenbanen to Myrdal. Take the famous Flåm Railway to Flåm. Cruise the spectacular Sogne Fjord to Balestrand. This evening enjoy the fabulous buffet dinner and overnight at one of the most scenic first class resorts in Norway, the historic Kvikne's Hotel, anno 1877.

Day 4 BALESTRAND - BERGEN (B)
After breakfast, embark on your cruise to Bergen. Upon arrival, transfer on your own to the hotel. Afternoon at leisure to explore the sights of Bergen. Perhaps enjoy a ride on the Fløybanen to Mt. Fløyen. Overnight at the first class Clarion Admiral Hotel, ideally located on the waterfront in the city center.


Day 5 BERGEN - COASTAL STEAMER (B, D)
After breakfast, spend your day at leisure. Visit the colorful Fish and Flower Market, Bryggen, and Troldhaugen, home of famous composer Edvard Grieg. Perhaps take the funicular to Mt. Floyen. This evening transfer on your own to the Coastal Steamer pier. Depart on your northbound voyage and enjoy a light dinner onboard the ship. Overnight in your cabin of choice on board.

Day 6 MALØY - TORVIK- ÅLESUND - MOLDE - KRISTIANSUND (B, L, D)

When you awake, the ship will be crossing Stadthavet and heading for Torvik. You'll have time to stroll around the beautiful Art Nouveau town of Ålesund. After a short stop at the Jazz Festival town of Molde, you'll cross Hustadvika before docking at Kristiansund.
Between April 1-September 30, all ships call at Geiranger in the spectacular Geiranger Fjord on day 2, giving you an opportunity to enjoy the beautiful Bridal Veil and Seven Sisters waterfalls. Overnight in your cabin of choice on board.


Day 7 TRONDHEIM - RORVIK (B, L, D)

You'll arrive in Trondheim early this morning, where you'll have ample free time to explore this historic and colorful town. Take a stroll through the streets, past the charming harbor, or cross the old city bridge to see the restored wooden buildings in Bakklandet. From Trondheim the ship will sail past many islands and skerries before arriving in Rorvik, where the southbound and northbound Coastal ships meet. Overnight in your cabin of choice on board.

Day 8 ORNES - BODØ- STAMSUND - SVOLVÆR (B, L, D)

You'll have passed the Arctic Circle before you are fully awake. Now in the land of the Midnight Sun, the ship will follow the mighty Borvass Mountains on its way into Bodø. Then you'll sail out to sea, crossing Vestfjord in the direction of the dramatic Lofoten Islands before reaching Stamsund and Svolvær in the evening. Later in the evening, the ship will continue north through the beautiful, narrow Raftsund Strait, passing the majestic Trollfjord on the port side. Overnight in your cabin of choice on board.

Day 9 HARSTAD - FINNSNES - TROMSØ - SKJERVØY (B, L, D)

The ship will call at Harstad at breakfast time. It will then continue through Vagsfjord and Malangen before starting its approach to Tromsø. You'll have three hours for shopping and sightseeing in the capital of Arctic Norway before you leave to cross Lopphavet. Tomorrow, you'll wake up in Hammerfest.

Day 10 HAMMERFEST - HAVØYSUND - HONNINGSVÅG - KJOLLEFJORD- MEHAMN - BERLEVÅG - KIRKENES (B, L, D)

In the Finnmark region, nature has created an austere, more dramatic landscape. You'll see both fishing villages from days gone by and lively fishing ports bustling with activity. The ship will head for Havøysund and Honningsvåg, before turning east across Austhavet toward the well-known fishing villages of Kjollefjord, Mehamn, and Berlevåg.

Day 11 KIRKENES - OSLO (B)

Breakfast onboard. Morning arrival in Kirkenes, the journey's northern terminus. Transfer on your own to Kirkenes Airport for your SAS flight to Oslo. Upon arrival in Oslo Gardermoen, take the Airport train “Flytoget” to the Oslo city center. Overnight at the Radisson SAS Oslo Plaza.

Day 12 OSLO (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer on your own by high-speed “Flytoget” train to the Gardermoen Airport. Return flight home (not included) or extend your stay in Oslo.

 

 

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Departure Dates 2006
Norwegian Odyssey, 12 days

Daily, May 01 - September 30

 
Prices in US Dollars
May P - outside L - outside I - inside
Double 3,200 2,785 2,685
Single n/a 3,515 3,390

June & July P - outside L - outside I - inside
Double 3,495 3,015 2,835
Single n/a 4,255 3,980
August P - outside L - outside I -  inside
Double 3,200 2,785 2,685
Single n/a 3,515 3,390
September P - outside L - outside I - inside
Double 2,935 2,635 2,540
Single n/a 2,975 2,880
Please Note: A fuel charge of $ 42 per person will be added to your invoice.

Included

  • SAS or Braathens flight Kirkenes - Oslo

  • 5 nights first class first class hotels

  • Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily

  • Norwegian Coastal Voyage, Northbound Bergen - Kirkenes, 7 days

  • Cabin category selection of your choice

  • All meals on board the Coastal Steamer

  • 1 x Buffet dinner at Kvikne's Hotel

  • Sogne Fjord Cruise, Balestrand - Bergen

  • Cruise, Flåm - Balestrand

  • Flåm Railway, Myrdal - Flåm

  • Train, Oslo - Myrdal

  • 2nd class seat reservation

Not Included

  • Airport taxes

  • Transfer between airport/hotel/ ship/train or bus station

  • Shore excursions

  • Gratuities

  • Personal insurance / personal items

  • $ 25 Service fee

Add-ons: Tour Options
  • Additional nights in Oslo / Bergen
  • Oslo / Bergen city sightseeing excursion
List of Hotels

Night 1 & 2

Hotel Bristol

Oslo / Norway

Night 3

Kvikne's Hotel

Balestrand

Night 4

Clarion Admiral Hotel

Bergen

Night 5 - 10

On board the Coastal Steamer

Night 11

Radisson SAS Oslo Plaza

Oslo

 

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