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SKI GEILO  / NORWAY


7 days / 6 nights, Oslo - Geilo - Oslo

Also available: Oslo - Geilo - Bergen

 


Departures daily, Dec 01, 2007 - April 18, 2008

except Christmas, New Years & Easter

Norway winter activities

 GEILO - pure Excitement for the whole Family!
 Geilo is a diverse ski and holiday resort with a central location in Norway, 800 meters above sea level. In this

 pleasant mountain village there is a close proximity between the skiing areas and the town centre. Geilo is also

 one of Norway's most traditional ski resorts, having been a tourist destination for more than 100 years. Geilo

 ski resort offers a unique variety of experiences and winter activities and has all facilities within a short distance.

 Geilo is particularly suitable for families with children.

 

 39 Alpine slopes - 20 ski-lifts - 3 snow parks...

 Geilo Skiheiser currently has 20 ski lifts of different types, and its maximum capacity is more than 25,000

 passengers per hour. There are rarely queues, and there are 39 Alpine slopes of varying degree of difficulty

 and length. Geilo is also a paradise for children, with lots of activities and areas suited for children.

 

 For the Cross-country skier Geilo offers a vast terrain for cross-country and Telemark skiing. There are a

 total of 220 km prepared cross-country tracks in the Geilo and Ustaoset area. 40 km are in woodland, 175 km

 are on the high mountains and 5 km are a floodlit training track. 26 km are prepared for using skating technique.
 

 Reliable ski conditions from November through May make Geilo a  great winter holiday resort!

 Geilo's natural surroundings, terrain and variety of slopes have made it Norway’s No. 1 winter sports resort. The

 slopes in Geilo are of top international standard and cater for all ages and ability levels, from beginner to professional.

 Particularly suitable for families with children, Geilo is an Eldorado for young and old. read more...

 

 Geilo - show on Google Maps ™

 

ITINERARY


Day 1 ARRIVAL IN OSLO

Sunday
Transfer on your own to the Oslo city center. The high-speed train departs right from the airport to the Oslo Central Train Station. Short walking transfer to your hotel, ideally located in the city center by the train station. Check-in at your hotel for overnight.

Accommodation: Thon Hotel Opera


Geilo Village

 

Day 2 OSLO - GEILO - WINTER ACTIVITIES (B, D)

Monday
Morning departure by train from the Oslo Central Train Station to Geilo. Enjoy the 4-hour scenic ride on the Bergenbanen through the Hallingdal Valley and across the Hardanger Vidda mountain plateau to Geilo. Check-in at your accommodation of choice, where you will stay for the next four nights. Afternoon time at leisure for skiing or snowboarding, or perhaps take a stroll through Geilo. Dinner and overnight at your accommodation of choice*.

Accommodation: Dr. Holm’s Hotel or Vestlia Resort
 

Dr. Holms Hotel Geilo

 

Day 3 - 6 GEILO - WINTER ACTIVITIES (B, D)

Tuesday - Thursday
Breakfast buffet at your hotel daily before you head out for a fun-filled day. Enjoy many activities such as skiing, cross country skiing, snow boarding, dog- sledding, snow mobile safaris, sleigh rides, indoor climbing facilities, ice-fishing or hiking and walking. Geilo the perfect ski and snowboard holiday, the perfect winter resort for the entire family! Dinner and overnight at your accommodation of choice*.

Accommodation: Dr. Holm’s Hotel or Vestlia Resort


Husky safari


Day 6 GEILO - DEPARTURE FOR OSLO or BERGEN (B)

Friday
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning at leisure for skiing or other activities. Afternoon train from Geilo to Oslo Central Station, departing 13.44 arrival 17.52. Check-in at your hotel for overnight.
Accommodation: Thon Hotel Opera

 

Or depart Geilo and enjoy the Norway in a Nutshell Excursion to Bergen and overnight at the Hotel Augustin, Bergen


Day 7 OSLO or BERGEN DEPARTURE (B)

Saturday
Enjoy your breakfast buffet at the hotel. Check-out and end of program.


Optional nights available.
 


 

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 How to get there

 Departure Dates

 Dec 01, 2007 - April 18, 2008

 except Christmas, New Years & Easter

 

 Prices in US Dollar

 Jan 01 - Apr 18, 2008
 Option I: Dr. Holms Hotel

 Per person in double room

2,025

 Single Supplement

445

 Option II: Vestlia Resort

 Per person in double room

1,595

 Single Supplement

405

 * except Christmas, New Year & Easter, rates on request

 
 Jan 01 - Apr 18, 2008 Oslo - Bergen
 Option I: Dr. Holms Hotel  

 Per person in double room

1,810

 Single Supplement

415

 Option II: Vestlia Resort

 Per person in double room

1,565

 Single Supplement

415

 * except Christmas, New Year & Easter, rates on request

 
 

 Included

  • 2 nights hotel in Oslo

  • 4 nights hotel of choice in Geilo*

  • Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily

  • 4 x Dinners

  • Train Oslo Central Station - Geilo, round trip

  • Seat reservation in 2nd class

  • Taxes & services   

 * Hotels of choice: Dr. Holms Hotel or Vestlia Resort

 Not Included

  • International airfare & Airport taxes

  • Ski shuttle bus from/to Hotel / Ski Center

  • Ski lift pass

  • Gratuities

  • Personal insurance / personal items

  • Alcoholic beverages

  • $ 25 Service fee

 Please note

 Minimum of 2 participants, subject to availability

 Rates for Christmas, New Year and Easter on request

 Add-ons: Tour Options

 Additional nights in Oslo or Geilo

 Norway Nutshell excursion, Geilo - Bergen

 Optional Activities

 

 List of Hotels

 Night 1 & 6

 Thon Hotel Opera

 Oslo / Norway

 or

 Hotel Augustin  

 Bergen / Norway

 Night 2, 3, 4 & 5

 Dr. Holms Hotel or Vestlia Resort

 Geilo / Norway

 

 Geilo Ski Resort map

 

 Click here for larger map

 

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