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NORWAY FJORD HIGHLIGHTS 2006
IMAGES OF FIVE FJORDS
7 days / 6 nights, Oslo - Hardanger Fjord - Bergen - Aurlands & Naeroyfjord Cruise - Sogne Fjord -
Balestrand - Jostedal Glacier - Geiranger Fjord - Lom - Lillehammer - Oslo
Guaranteed departures: Wednesdays, June 07, 14, 21, 28 / July 05, 12, 19, 26 / Aug 02, 09, 16
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Fjord Norway offers you the holiday of a lifetime! Visit three magnificent fjords, the idyllic Hardanger Fjord, captivated by the snow-covered Hardanger Vidda mountain plateau. Cruise from Bergen on the Aurlandsfjord, the Naeroyfjord, and the Sogne Fjord to the fjord village of Balestrand. Stay at the historic Kvikne's Hotel, dating back to 1877. Continue to the magnificent Geiranger Fjord with powerful waterfalls "Seven Sister" and " Bridal Veil" cascading down the sheer mountain cliffs. Gasp in awe at the splendor of unspoiled nature, pristine wilderness and the pure clean air working it's magic on you! Enjoy the legends of fjords, mountains, waterfalls and glaciers, along with the bustling and colorful life of the Viking capital of Oslo, and the colorful Hanseatic city of Bergen.
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Day 1 ARRIVAL OSLO (D)
Individual arrival in Oslo. Transfer from Oslo Airport to the hotel in connection with your flight arrival. Dinner and overnight at the Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel, located in the city center near Karl Johan Boulevard and the Royal Palace.
Day 2 OSLO - HARDANGERFJORD - BERGEN (B, L, D)
After breakfast, drive past the beautiful Tyri Fjord to the town of Geilo. Lunch at Bardøla Mountain Hotel. Cross the scenic Hardanger Mountain Plateau to Fossli and the Vøringsfoss Waterfall. Descend the amazing Måbødalen Canyon to the idyllic Hardanger Fjord. Continue via Voss and Dale to Bergen, gateway to the Fjords. Dinner and overnight at the Clarion Hotel Admiral ideally situated on the waterfront overlooking Bryggen, minutes from the Fish and Flower Market.
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Day 3 BERGEN - SOGNE FJORD - BALESTRAND (B, L, D)
After breakfast, enjoy a panorama tour of Bergen. Visit the famous Fish and Flower Market, the old Bryggen Harbor, the popular Hanseatic Quarter and the ancient Maria Church. Ride on the Bergen Funicular to Mt. Fløyen for panoramic views of the city and fjords. Lunch at Bryggeloftet Restaurant. Continue onto Voss, across the Vika Mountains to Vangsnes and Balestrand. Dinner and overnight at the Kvikne's Hotel.
Day 4 BALESTRAND - SOGNE FJORD - NÆRØYFJORD (B, L, D)
After breakfast, short drive to Slinde. Continue with a 2 hour cruise along the Sogne Fjord to Gudvangen. Cruise along the narrow Nærøy Fjord to disembark in Gudvangen. Lunch in Gudvangen. Ascend to Stalheim with breathtaking views of the Stalheim Canyon. Continue to the picturesque villages of Flåm, Aurland, passing through the new Lærdal Tunnel toward Sogndal. Drive the north shore of the Sogne Fjord crossing once more from Hella to Dragsvik, onto Balestrand. Dinner and overnight at the historic Kvikne’s Hotel, dating back to 1877, superbly located overlooking the fjord.
Day 5 BALESTRAND – BRIKSDAL GLACIER - GEIRANGER (B, L, D)
After breakfast departure by ferry, for a one hour’s cruise along the fjord to Fjærland. Continue by coach along the scenic route, passing under the Jostedal Glacier, the largest in Europe, to the village of Skei. Descend to the beautiful Nord Fjord, making a detour at Olden to visit the world-famous Briksdal Glacier. The journey up to the glacier will be made in open cars to give you the best of views. Afterwards a typical Norwegian lunch will be served in sight of the glacier. During the afternoon the tour continues via Loen and Stryn, to the picturesque village of Hellesylt. From here you go on board the ferry for the one hour’s cruise along the spectacular Geiranger Fjord, possibly the most impressive of all the Norwegian fjords. During the cruise you will pass close by some magnificent waterfalls, such as the Bridal Veil and the Seven Sisters. Dinner and accommodation at the excellent Union Hotel, overlooking the Geiranger Fjord.
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Day 6 GEIRANGER – LILLEHAMMER - OSLO (B, L, D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Cross the exciting Grotli Mountains to Lom, renowned for its well preserved 14th century stave church. Continue via Lake Vågå. Descend the idyllic Gudbrandsdalen to Lillehammer. Enjoy lunch and a visit the famous Olympic Park in Lillehammer. Continue the journey along Lake Mjøsa, largest lake in Norway, back to Oslo. Dinner and overnight at the Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel.
Day 7 OSLO DEPARTURE (B)
Buffet breakfast at hotel, followed by transfer to Oslo Airport for your flight home.
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Guaranteed departures 2006
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June 07, 14, 21, 28
July 05, 12, 19, 26
Aug 02, 09, 16
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Prices in US Dollars
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Norway Fjord Highlights, 7 days, Oslo - Oslo
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Per person in double room
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1,795
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Single Supplement
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365
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Included
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6 nights hotel accommodations
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Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily
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4 x Luncheons
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6 x Dinners
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First class motor coach transportation
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Bergen City Tour, 3 hours w/guide
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Ride on the Fløybanen Funicular
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2-hour cruise of Aurland, Nærøy & Sogne Fjords
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1-hour cruise on the Faerland Fjord
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Excursion in open car to the Briksdal Glacier
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1-hour cruise on the Geiranger Fjord
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All ferry crossings
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Luggage assistance at all hotels (1 piece per person)
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Tour escort throughout
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Transfer airport/hotel on first and last day
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Taxes & services
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Please note:
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These tours are organized by our Associate Partners in Copenhagen. In order to offer a greater variety of tour options, the programs allow for participants to join or depart from the tour in various transit locations. We do hope that the possible change of group participants does not cause any inconvenience.
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List of Hotels
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Night 1
Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel
Oslo / Norway
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Night 2
Clarion Hotel Admiral
Bergen / Norway
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Night 3 & 4
Kvikne's Hotel
Balestrand / Norway
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Night 5
Union Hotel
Geiranger / Norway
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Night 6
Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel
Oslo / Norway
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