Norwegian Fjords Self Drive - 8 days

Welcome to Norway and the beautiful city of Bergen, gateway to the fjords. On arrival, collect your rental vehicle and then make your way to tonight's hotel. You're heading off tomorrow, so if you've got time to go and explore UNESCO-listed Bryggen today or tomorrow morning, then we recommend you do so!

Bergen - Balestrand. You've got a bit more free time this morning before you hop in your rental car and make your way to Balestrand and the Sognefjord. The Sognefjord is Norway's longest fjord, often referred to as the "King". In terms of views, it doesn't get much better than this. Have a drive around, or park up and take a wander around Balestrand, it's up to you.

Today is completely free for you to further explore the Sognefjord, in Balestrand or further afield, making use of your rental car. If travelling between June and September, we also offer an optional round trip to Fjaerland today. Travelling by boat, you will enjoy vistas of the fjord and surrounding mountains before reaching Fjaerland, where the glacier meets the fjord. A shuttle bus will then take you to visit the Norwegian Glacier Museum before heading to see the Supphellebreen and Boyabreen glaciers. You'll then retrace your steps by coach and boat to Balestrand.

Balestrand - Skei. Leaving Balestrand, continue your scenic drive to the village of Skei, in the Sunnfjord region of Norway. This area is ripe for outdoor activities, with hiking, fishing and kayaking all possible. On arrival at tonight's hotel, the rest of the day is free for you to explore.

Skei - Flam - Ulvik. Leaving the Sunnfjord behind, make your way to Flam, where you'll embark on an included cruise on the Naeroyfjord. An included bus ticket will then take you back to Flam.

You've got the option to ride the Flamsbana narrow gauge railway too; a return trip from Flam to Myrdal sees you traverse one of the world's steepest railway lines, passing through incredible mountain scenery, 20 tunnels and cascading waterfalls. It's unmissable, and we strongly recommend you add this to your tour package!

Your hotel for the night is booked in Ulvik, on the Hardangerfjord, another of Norway's most beautiful fjords.

Spend today exploring the picturesque village of Ulvik, which is surrounded by towering mountains and greenery. You can choose to stay in the village of get into your rental car for some exploring of the Hardangerfjord - one of Norway's most famous waterfalls, Voringsfossen, is nearby, or you could visit the Hardanger Folk Museum for a dose of culture. There are plenty of great hiking trails in the area too.

Ulvik - Bergen. After breakfast and hotel check out, you can make your way back to Bergen at your own pace. If there's anywhere you'd like to visit on the way back then you're at leisure to do so. Spend your final night in Bergen doing any final souvenir shopping or exploring any sights you missed at the start of the tour.

Your tour comes to an end today. Tuck into a final breakfast before hotel check out, and then make your way to the airport to drop off your rental car. From there, head to Departures for your onward flight. Safe travels!