Best of the Norwegian Fjords - 9 days

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9 daysDuration

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Starts

Oslo, Norway

Ends

Alesund, Norway

Highlights

Oslo - Spend two nights in the Norwegian capital, with free time to explore the city

Flamsbana Railway - Ride one of the world's most scenic train journeys to Flam, taking in dramatic mountain scenery and fjords

Balestrand - Explore this charming town independently, perhaps by visiting St Olaf's Church

Bergen - Visit the UNESCO-protected area of Bryggen independently, one of Norway's most iconic spots

Coastal Express - Make the iconic coastal journey by ship from Bergen to Alesund, stopping in Geiranger to explore the Geirangerfjord at leisure

Alesund - End your journey in this charming town, renowned for its Art Nouveau architecture

Itinerary

PRIVATE TOUR: Journey from Oslo to Alesund on this 9-day self-guided private tour of Norway's dramatic fjord region. Explore Oslo, Balestrand, Bergen and Geiranger independently, ride the iconic Flamsbana Railway and cruise serenely up Norway's coast aboard the Coastal Express, which has plied this route every day for more than 130 years!

day 1 - Oslo

Welcome to Oslo. Make your own way from the airport to your hotel in the city, where the rest of the day is at leisure.

OverNight:Oslo

day 2 - Oslo at Leisure

You have another full day to relax in the hotel or explore Oslo at your own pace. This is one of Europe's most scenic capitals, surrounded by green forests and the stunning Oslofjord. Highlights of the city include the main Karl Johan street, the sculptures of Frogner Park and the imposing Arkehus Fortress. How you spend the day is up to you!

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Oslo

day 3 - Journey to the Fjords

Oslo - Myrdal - Flam - Balestrand. Leaving Oslo, you take the train through picturesque countryside to Myrdal, where you climb aboard the famous Flamsbana train to take you up into the fjord region. The scenery is sure to impress you as the train winds between mountains and glacier blue fjords.

In Flam, you'll board a ship to cross the shimmering waters of the Sognefjord, arriving in Balestrand, where you'll be spending the night. If there's time, consider a visit to St Olaf's Church, said to have inspired the setting for Elsa's coronation in the Disney film, "Frozen."

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Balestrand

day 4 - Balestrand at Leisure and Cruise to Bergen

Balestrand - Bergen. You've got time this morning to further explore Balestrand, a quiet town spared the huge cruise ships that bear down on some of Norway's larger fjords. There are plenty of hiking trails to explore, or you can wander along the shore of the Sognefjord.

Later, make the 4-hour journey by boat across the Sognefjord to Bergen, one of Norway's most popular destinations.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Bergen

day 5 - Bergen at Leisure

Take advantage of a full free day in Bergen to explore the old port and UNESCO-listed Bryggen, which you will surely recognize as it's one of the most photographed areas in Europe. You could also ride the funicular to the top of Mount Floyen to admire the view of the city and the Sognefjord.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Bergen

day 6 - The Famous Coastal Express

Bergen - Geiranger. You have another relaxing day at leisure in Bergen until this evening, when you board the famous Coastal Express, a ship service that has served Norway's western coast every single day since 1893, promising dramatic coastal scenery and plenty more fjord action! You'll spend the night onboard, cruising along the coast.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Overnight cruise to Geiranger

day 7 - Geiranger

The boat pulls into the Geirangerfjord this morning, passing the stunning Seven Sisters waterfalls and the Veil of the Bride. you can also admire the small settlements and abandoned farmhouses scattered along the fjord in this UNESCO-listed area.

You'll disembark in Geiranger in the early afternoon, and have the rest of the day to relax in the town. Perhaps consider heading to the top of Mount Dasnibba to admire the fjord from above.

OverNight:Geiranger

day 8 - Geiranger to Alesund

Geiranger - Alesund. After a free morning in Geiranger, climb back aboard the Coastal Express and continue your journey up the Geirangerfjord to Alesund, best known for its Art Nouveau architecture, painstakingly rebuilt after a fire gutted the town in 1904.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Alesund

day 9 - Alesund

Your tour comes to an end this morning after breakfast and check out from the hotel in Alesund. Safe travels!

Meals:1 Breakfast

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What's Included

Accommodation

7 nights 3-star hotels & 1 night aboard the Coastal Express in a double exterior cabin

Meals

7 breakfasts

Others

Train journeys from Oslo - Myrdal - Flam in second class carriageCruises from Flam - Balestrand, Balestrand - Bergen, Bergen - Geiranger, Geiranger - Alesund

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