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SCENIC NORWAY & STOCKHOLM

 

IMAGES OF FIVE FJORDS

10 days / 9 nights, Oslo - Hardanger Fjord - Bergen - Aurland & Naeroyfjord Cruise -

Flam -  Sogne Fjord - Balestrand - Jostedal Glacier - Geiranger Fjord - Lom - Lillehammer -

Oslo - Stockholm



Guaranteed departures: Tuesdays, June 06, 13, 20, 27 / July 04, 11, 18, 25 / Aug 01, 08, 15

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.

 

Day 1 ARRIVE OSLO (D)
Transfer from Oslo Gardermoen Airport to hotel in connection with your flight arrival. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel, a first class hotel located in city centre.

Day 2 OSLO (B, D)
Morning 3 hours guided tour of the Norwegian capital, including visit to the world-famous Viking Ships, the Polar exploration ship Fram, and the amazing Vigeland Sculpture Park. This will be followed by an excursion by coach to Holmenkollen for panoramic views of the city and fjord. Afternoon free. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel.
 


Day 3 OSLO - HARDANGER FJORD - BERGEN (B, L, D)
After breakfast departure from Oslo, driving to the mountain resort of Geilo for a delicious buffet lunch at Bardøla Mountain Hotel. The tour continues across the wild Hardanger Mountain Plateau, stopping at Fossli to admire Norway’s highest waterfall, Vøringsfoss, with a vertical drop of 180 m. Descend to the lovely Hardanger Fjord. Short ferry crossing, before continuing via Voss and Dale to Bergen, capital of Western Norway and Gateway to the Fjords. Dinner and accommodation at Clarion Hotel Admiral, with a unique location overlooking the old Bryggen Harbour.



Day 4 BERGEN - SOGNE FJORD - BALESTRAND

(B, L, D)
After buffet breakfast, start of panorama tour of Bergen, including a visit to the popular Fish and Flower Market, the famous Bryggen Harbour with its gabled packhouses, and the old Hanseatic Quarter. You will also ride on the funicular to Mt. Floyen, for the best views of the city and fjords way below. Lunch at Bryggeloftet Restaurant. After lunch departure from Bergen to the town of Voss. Stop to view the enchanting Tvindefoss Waterfall, believed to be the source of eternal youth. Continue by coach across the Vika Mountains to Vangsnes for the short ferry crossing to the beautiful resort of Balestrand. Dinner and accommodation at Kvikne’s Hotel, superbly located on the banks of the fjord and surrounded by mountains.

Day 5 BALESTRAND – A DAY IN THE FJORDS (B, L, D)
The day starts with a traditional Norwegian buffet breakfast in the hotel’s elegant dining room. After breakfast short drive to Slinde, where you go on board Robinson Scandinavia’s own sightseeing boat M/S Lady Elisabeth. 10.30 hrs.: Start of more than 2 hours cruise along the splendid Sogn Fjord, the longest and deepest fjord in the world. From the sun deck or the comfortable lounge, you can enjoy the spectacular scenery of cascading waterfalls, sheer mountain cliffs, snow-clad peaks, and a variety of wildlife. Cruise along the narrow and winding Nærøy Fjord to disembark in the village of Gudvangen. Lunch in Gudvangen. After lunch ascent to Stalheim for breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain peaks and Stalheim Canyon. The tour continues via the picturesque villages of Flåm and Aurland, towards the town of Sogndal. Drive along the beautiful northern shore of the Sogne Fjord, crossing the fjord once more by ferry from Hella to Dragsvik, to arrive back in Balestrand in late afternoon. Dinner and accommodation at Kvikne’s Hotel.



Day 6 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 road, 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. A typical Norwegian lunch will be served in sight of the glacier. During 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.

Day 7 GEIRANGER - LILLEHAMMER - OSLO (B, L, D)
More magnificent scenery today, as your tour crosses first the Grotli Mountains to Lom, then following Lake Vågå, descends the majestic Gudbrandsdalen Valley, well known for its old farmsteads and beautiful river, to the world-famous town of Lillehammer. Lunch at Rica Victoria Hotel. After lunch time to visit the Olympia Park, before continuing alongside Lake Mjøsa, to arrive back in Oslo during the early evening. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel.


 

Day 8 OSLO STOCKHOLM (B, L, D)

Breakfast at your hotel. Continue by coach towards the Swedish border, crossing into the charming province of Värmland. Arrive in the city of Karlstad on Lake Vänern, the largest lake in Sweden. After lunch the tour continues through the idyllic Swedish countryside, a landscape of forests and sparkling lakes, before reaching the Stockholm late afternoon. Dinner and overnight at the Sheraton Stockholm Hotel.

 

Day 09 STOCKHOLM (B, D)

Breakfast at the hotel. The day starts with a 4-hour guided tour of the city. Famous sights include the Royal Palace, Parliament Buildings, Cathedral, and Royal Theatre. Take a stroll through the enchanting Old Town (Gamla Stan) with its narrow cobbled streets and numerous antique shops. Highlight of the tour is a visit to City Hall with its famous Blue and Golden Halls, where the Nobel Prize banquet is held each year. Afternoon free in Stockholm, perhaps a visit to the famous Wasa Museum, take a canal tours, or a cruise through the archipelago surrounding Stockholm, built on 14 islands. 
Dinner and overnight at the Sheraton Stockholm Hotel.

 

 

Day 10 STOCKHOLM - DEPARTURE (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. Check-out and tour ends after breakfast, with transfers to Stockholm Arlanda Airport  to connect with individual flight departures.
 

 

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Guaranteed departures 2006

June 06, 13, 20, 27

July 04, 11, 18, 25
Aug 01, 08, 15

 

Prices in US Dollars

Scenic Norway & Stockholm, Oslo - Stockholm

June 06, 13, 20 & Aug 08, 15 departures

Per person in double room

2,445

Single Supplement

625

June 27 / July 04, 11, 18, 25 & Aug 01 departures

Per person in double room 2,395

Single Supplement

625

   
   

Included

  • 9 nights accommodations in centrally located first class hotels

  • Rooms with private facilities

  • Scandinavian buffet breakfast

  • 6 lunches on days 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8

  • 3 hours guided tour of Oslo

  • All entrance fees

  • Ride on the Bergen Funicular to Mt. Fløien

  • 2- hours cruise on the Sogne and Nærøy Fjords

  • Ride on the Fløybanen Funicular

  • 2-hour cruise of Aurland, Nærøy & Sogne Fjords

  • 1-hour cruise on the Faerland Fjord

  • Excursion in open car to the Briksdal Glacier

  • 1-hour cruise on the Geiranger Fjord

  • 4-hour guided tour of Stockholm

  • Entrance to City Hall

  • All visits as described in itinerary

  • All ferry crossings

  • Luggage assistance at all hotels

  • English-speaking tour escort throughout

  • Transportation by modern deluxe coach with reclining seats etc.

  • Transfers airport/hotel on first and last days. Transfers to/from a different airport than the one mentioned in the tour program may incur a supplement

  • Taxes and service fees

Not Included

  • Airfare 

  • Gratuities

  • Personal insurance / personal items

  • Alcoholic beverages

  • $ 25 Service fee

Add-ons: Tour Options

Scenic Norway & Stockholm tour can be extended to the following:

Scenic Norway, Stockholm & Helsinki, 12 days, Oslo Helsinki - Stockholm, from 2,965

Scenic Norway & Stockholm, Helsinki & Copenhagen, 14 days, from 3,585

 

Additional nights in Bergen and Oslo

DFDS Seaways Cruise, Oslo-Copenhagen

Color Line Cruise, Oslo - Kiel

Color Line Cruise, Oslo - Hirtshals

 

Please note:

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.

 

Please inquire about our favorable airfares on SAS

 

List of Hotels

Night 1 & 2

Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel

Oslo / Norway

Night 3

Clarion Hotel Admiral

Bergen / Norway

Night 4 & 5

Kvikne's Hotel

Balestrand / Norway

Night 6

Union Hotel

Geiranger / Norway

Night 7

Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel

Oslo / Norway

Night 8 & 9

Sheraton Stockholm Hotel

Stockholm / Sweden

 

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