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NORWEGIAN TREASURES 2008
COASTAL VOYAGE -
FJORDS - FLAM RAILWAY
9 days / 8 nights, Oslo
- Kirkenes - Southbound Hurtigruten - North Cape - Tromsø
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Lofoten - Svolvær - Stamsund - Bodø -
Trondheim - Molde - Ålesund - Bergen -
Sogne Fjord - Balestrand - Flåm Railway -
Myrdal - Oslo
Departures: Daily, May - September
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Begin your journey in Oslo, the capital of Norway. enjoy the sights of the bustling capital, visit Vigeland Sculpture Park, Holmenkollen and the Viking ships. A short flight brings you to one of the most northern points to Kirkenes. Embark on the southbound sailing of the "World's Most Beautiful Sea Voyage,
the Norwegian Coastal Voyage, a unique
combination of first-class passenger ship and
working ship. Highlights of your southbound
voyage include Honningsvåg, Hammerfest, Tromsø,
the spectacular Lofoten Islands with the
captivating Trollfjord, Svolvær, Stamsund, Bodø,
Trondheim, Ålesund, before arriving in Bergen.
Enjoy optional shore excursions to the North
Cape, in Tromsø, Harstad, Svolvær and the
1000-year-old city of Trondheim with its
beautiful cathedral, the Nidaros Dom.
Bergen is the begin of your journey through the
spectacular fjord region begins with a cruise on
the mighty Sogne Fjord, longest and deepest
fjord in the world. Enjoy the stay at the
historic Kvikne's Hotel, dating back to 1850,
when emperors paid visit to the Inn nestled on
the shores of the Sogne Fjord. Ride the famous
Flåm Railway from Flåm to Myrdal, ascending
through the Flam Valley, passing tiny
settlements, roaring waterfalls and snow capped
mountains. Board the Bergenbanen for the scenic
journey to Oslo, your final destinations of our
Treasures of Norway!
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Day 1 OSLO
- KIRKENES - HURTIGRUTEN (L, D)
Flight from
Oslo to Kirkenes. (not included) Self-transfer to the pier. Today you embark on the "World's Most Beautiful Sea Voyage", sailing southbound from Kirkenes to Bergen. Cruise through the magnificent Lofoten Islands, the narrow Trollfjord, and call on ports such as Tromsø, Svolvær, Bodø, Trondheim, Molde and Ålesund before arriving in Bergen, capital of the fjords. Breakfast, lunch and dinner on board. Overnight in your comfortable cabin on board the Coastal Steamer.
Accommodation:
Onboard Hurtigruten

Day 2 - 5 COASTAL STEAMER - NORTH CAPE - TROMSØ - LOFOTEN - BODØ - TRONDHEIM - ÅLESUND - BERGEN (B, L, D)
During the next 4 days, experience the fascinating blend of the Coastal Steamer, a comfortable passenger- as well as working ship, still acting as the lifeline of Norway, delivering cargo and mail, as it sails along the rugged Norwegian coastline. Highlights of your southbound voyage are Honningsvåg, Hammerfest, Tromsø, Lofoten Islands, Svolvær, Bodø, Trondheim and Ålesund. Enjoy optional shore excursions to the North Cape, in Tromsø, Harstad, Svolvær and Trondheim.
Accommodation:
Onboard Hurtigruten

Day 6 ARRIVAL BERGEN (B, L)
Breakfast and lunch on board before your afternoon arrival in Bergen. Transfer on your own to the hotel and spend the afternoon at leisure. Overnight at the fabulous Clarion Admiral Hotel, centrally located on the waterfront.
Accommodation:
Clarion Hotel Admiral

Day 07 BERGEN - SOGNE FJORD CRUISE - BALESTRAND (B, D)
After breakfast, transfer on your own to the nearby pier. Cruise through the mighty Sogne Fjord to Balestrand. Short walking transfer to the hotel. Afternoon at leisure. This evening enjoy the world-renowned buffet dinner at one of the most scenic first class resorts in Norway. Overnight at the historic Kvikne's Hotel, dating back to 1877.
Accommodation: Kvikne's Hotel
Day 08 BALESTRAND - FLÅM RAILWAY - MYRDAL - OSLO (B)
Breakfast at
the hotel. Transfer on your own to
the pier for your cruise to Flåm.
Ride the famous Flåm Railway to
Myrdal, where you connect with the
scenic Bergenbanen to Oslo. Evening
arrival in Oslo. Transfer on your
own to the hotel.
Accommodation: Thon Hotel
Bristol
Day 09 OSLO (B)
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before checking out. Your Norwegian Treasures program has come to an end.
Option: Extend
your stay in Oslo or take the DFDS cruise to Copenhagen.
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Departure Dates |
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Norwegian Treasures, 9 days |
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Daily, May - September |
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Prices
in US Dollar |
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May
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P2 |
L2 |
I2 |
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Double |
3,260 |
2,835 |
2,730 |
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Single |
n/a |
3,510 |
3,300 |
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June &
July |
P2 |
L2 |
I2 |
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Double |
3,580 |
3,050 |
2,835 |
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Single |
n/a |
3,725 |
3,510 |
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August
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P2 |
L2 |
I2 |
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Double |
3,475 |
2,945 |
2,835 |
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Single |
n/a |
3,725 |
3,510 |
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September
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P2 |
L2 |
I2 |
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Double |
3,155 |
2,835 |
2,730 |
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Single |
n/a |
3,510 |
3,300 |
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Rates do not
include a fuel surcharge of $ 8
per person
per day.
Other cabin categories available on request.
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Included |
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5 nights Norwegian Coastal Voyage,
southbound, Kirkenes - Bergen -
3 nights
first class first class hotels -
Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily -
Cabin category selection of your choice -
All meals on board the Coastal Steamer -
1 x Buffet dinner at Kvikne's Hotel -
Sogne Fjord Cruise, Bergen - Balestrand -
Cruise, Balestrand - Flåm -
Flåm Railway, Myrdal - Flåm -
Train, Oslo - Myrdal -
2nd class seat reservation
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Not Included |
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Trans-Atlantic Airfare / Airport taxes -
SAS/Braathens flight Oslo - Kirkenes -
Transfer between airport/hotel/ ship/train or bus station -
Shore excursions -
Gratuities -
Personal insurance / personal items -
$ 25 Service fee
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Please
note: |
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A fuel surcharge of $ 48
per person will be added
to your
invoice.
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Add-ons: Tour Options |
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Additional nights in Oslo / Bergen / Balestrand -
Oslo / Bergen city sightseeing excursion
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DFDS
Seaways, Oslo -
Copenhagen
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List of Hotels |
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Night 1 - 5
On board Hurtigruten |
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Night 6
Clarion Hotel Admiral
Bergen |
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Night 7
Kvikne's Hotel
Balestrand |
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Night 8
Thon Hotel Bristol
Oslo

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