Norwegian Fjords

Norwegian Fjords

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Norwegian Fjords

11 Days Starting and ending in Oslo, Norway

Visiting: Arrive In Oslo, Norway, Oslo, Arendal, Kristiansand, Stavanger, Hardangerfjord Ferry Crossing, Bergen, Sognefjord Cruise, Flåm Train, Sognefjord Area, Loen Fjord, Lom, Lillehammer, Hamar

Tour operator:

Cosmos

Tour code:

6920-2025

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Age range:

0-0

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Art, History, Photography

Activities:

Sightseeing

From: $2905 $2711 Operator discount: -$194

NB: Prices correct on 10-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Your affordable guided tour of Norway focuses on the country’s intact natural beauty with its glistening mountains, fjords, waterfalls, and glaciers. Start the Norwegian adventure in Oslo and explores the idyllic Norwegian landscapes and harbor towns—rich in the folklore of pirates, Vikings, and smugglers through the Napoleonic Wars. Follow the southern coast of the country by coach and occasionally cross by ferry on the way to fascinating Bergen. Spend two nights with plenty of time to discover the bustling harbor and roam around the fish market and the Bryggen district. Highlights of your vacation include the fascinating Flåm train journey through some of the world’s most breathtaking scenery, followed by a relaxing cruise across the legendary Sognefjord to Loen—home to some of Norway’s oldest farms. Travel to Lillehammer, where the 1994 Winter Olympics took place, and known for its exciting art scene. Visit Hamar on the shores of Lake Mjøsa—one of the deepest lakes in Europe. Here, you’ll also visit a spectacular open-air museum and the remains of a 950-year-old cathedral. Upon your return to Oslo, your guided sightseeing tour includes an outdoor exhibition of the sculptures of famed Norwegian artist Gustav Vigeland. You’ll fall in love with Norway’s beauty, culture, and history on your escorted Norwegian tour. Norway’s magic will stay with you long after your affordable travel adventure.

Highlights

  • Guided tour in Oslo including Akershus Castle, National Theater, Parliament, Royal Palace, Broadcasting House, and Frogner Park

  • Ferry crossing across Hardangerfjord

  • Cruise across Norway’s legendary Sognefjord Nærøyfjord

  • Ride on the renowned Flåm train

  • Visits to Lom's wooden stave church and Lillehammer, host of the 1994 Winter Olympics

  • Visits to Bryggen, West-Norwegian Fjords - Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord

  • Explore Bergen at your own pace, including Bryggen, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

  • Visit the idyllic harbor town of Arendal and the lively fiskebrygga in Kristiansand

Places You'll See

Scandic Sjolyst

Thon Parken

Thon Forum

Moxy

Lindstroem Hotel

Stryn Hotel

Thon Victoria

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive In Oslo,Norway

Location: Arrive In Oslo, Norway

Accommodation: Hotel

Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free to start exploring Oslo, bustling capital of this land of fjords, mountains, glaciers, and waterfalls. The CosmosGO app will provide you with precious information. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and travel companions.ARRIVE IN OSLO, NORWAY Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free to start exploring Oslo, bustling capital of this land of fjords, mountains, glaciers, and waterfalls. The CosmosGO app will provide you with precious information. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and travel companions.

Day 2: Oslo,Arendal,Kristiansand

Location: Oslo, Arendal, Kristiansand

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today, travel along the scenic “Norwegian Riviera”—the Sørlandet (South Land) and the Skagerrak (a strait between Norway, Sweden, and Denmark)—and visit the idyllic harbor town of Arendal. A port since the 14th century, it is known for its timber exports and its old Town Hall, the tallest wooden structure in the country. Overnight in Kristiansand, founded in 1641 and today an important industrial district. Here, you can enjoy some free time at the lively fiskebrygga (fish market), the perfect place to watch the entertaining fishmongers or relax at one of the numerous sidewalk cafés. Today’s Distance: 205 mi/ 330 kmOSLO–ARENDAL–KRISTIANSAND Today, travel along the scenic “Norwegian Riviera”—the Sørlandet (South Land) and the Skagerrak (a strait between Norway, Sweden, and Denmark)—and visit the idyllic harbor town of Arendal. A port since the 14th century, it is known for its timber exports and its old Town Hall, the tallest wooden structure in the country. Overnight in Kristiansand, founded in 1641 and today an important industrial district. Here, you can enjoy some free time at the lively fiskebrygga (fish market), the perfect place to watch the entertaining fishmongers or relax at one of the numerous sidewalk cafés. Today’s Distance: 205 mi/ 330 km (B)

Day 3: Kristiansand,Stavanger

Location: Kristiansand, Stavanger

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

More ruggedly beautiful coastal scenery awaits this morning as you head into the Lista region, popular holiday area for the Norwegians and hot spot for surfers. Stop to visit some of the pristine coastal villages of whitewashed timber and lighthouses such as Flekkefjord and Farsund. Overnight in Stavanger, where you can stroll through the Old Town to see a 12th-century cathedral and captivating collection of 18th- and 19th-century wooden buildings. Today’s Distance: 146 mi/ 235 kmKRISTIANSAND–STAVANGER More ruggedly beautiful coastal scenery awaits this morning as you head into the Lista region, popular holiday area for the Norwegians and hot spot for surfers. Stop to visit some of the pristine coastal villages of whitewashed timber and lighthouses such as Flekkefjord and Farsund. Overnight in Stavanger, where you can stroll through the Old Town to see a 12th-century cathedral and captivating collection of 18th- and 19th-century wooden buildings. Today’s Distance: 146 mi/ 235 km (B)

Day 4: Stavanger,Hardangerfjord Ferry Crossing,Bergen

Location: Stavanger, Hardangerfjord Ferry Crossing, Bergen

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Travel via Haugesund to board the ferry that takes you across Hardangerfjord. Have your camera ready to capture the incredible scenic vistas before arriving in Bergen, the “Green Meadow Among the Mountains.” Today’s Distance: 199 mi/ 320 kmSTAVANGER–HARDANGERFJORD FERRY CROSSING–BERGEN Travel via Haugesund to board the ferry that takes you across Hardangerfjord. Have your camera ready to capture the incredible scenic vistas before arriving in Bergen, the “Green Meadow Among the Mountains.” Today’s Distance: 199 mi/ 320 km (B)

Day 5: Bergen

Location: Bergen

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

The day is yours to explore Bergen at your own pace. You may wish to spend some time at Bryggen with its collection of multi-hued 14th-century Hanseatic buildings lining the harbor protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Consider joining our optional excursion to discover the history, traditions, and breathtaking views of this beautiful port city.BERGEN The day is yours to explore Bergen at your own pace. You may wish to spend some time at Bryggen with its collection of multi-hued 14th-century Hanseatic buildings lining the harbor protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Consider joining our optional excursion to discover the history, traditions, and breathtaking views of this beautiful port city. (B)

Day 6: Bergen,Sognefjord Cruise,Flåm Train,Sognefjord Area

Location: Bergen, Sognefjord Cruise, Flåm Train, Sognefjord Area

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

A special treat today! Cruise across Norway’s legendary Sognefjord Nærøyfjord, the narrowest, wildest, and most famous of the fjord arms, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The surrounding mountains rise steeply to reach towering heights and create a unique magical atmosphere. Later, another highlight, as you ride on the renowned Flåm train. See some of the world’s most breathtaking scenery—graceful waterfalls, towering mountains, and verdant valleys.Today’s Distance: 181 mi/ 292 kmBERGEN–SOGNEFJORD CRUISE–FLÅM TRAIN–SOGNEFJORD AREA A special treat today! Cruise across Norway’s legendary Sognefjord Nærøyfjord, the narrowest, wildest, and most famous of the fjord arms, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The surrounding mountains rise steeply to reach towering heights and create a unique magical atmosphere. Later, another highlight, as you ride on the renowned Flåm train. See some of the world’s most breathtaking scenery—graceful waterfalls, towering mountains, and verdant valleys.Today’s Distance: 181 mi/ 292 km (B,D)

Day 7: Sognefjord Area,Loen Fjord

Location: Sognefjord Area, Loen Fjord

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Reach the Nordfjorden region today and take a break in enchanting Loen Fjord, gateway to some of Norway’s glaciers and home to some of the country’s oldest farms. Today’s Distance: 106 mi/ 170 kmSOGNEFJORD AREA–LOEN FJORD Reach the Nordfjorden region today and take a break in enchanting Loen Fjord, gateway to some of Norway’s glaciers and home to some of the country’s oldest farms. Today’s Distance: 106 mi/ 170 km (B,D)

Day 8: Loen Fjord

Location: Loen Fjord

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Loen Fjord and take advantage of some of the many available outdoor activities. Alternatively, sign up for an optional excursion including an unforgettable cruise on the Geiranger Fjord, UNESCO World Heritage site, for one of the very best and most dramatic fjord scenery anywhere in Norway. Take a closer look on the famous waterfalls, named The Seven Sisters, The Bridal Veil, and The Suitor. Sharpen your photography skills amid picture-perfect and majestic fjord cliffs and abandoned mountain farms.LOEN FJORD Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Loen Fjord and take advantage of some of the many available outdoor activities. Alternatively, sign up for an optional excursion including an unforgettable cruise on the Geiranger Fjord, UNESCO World Heritage site, for one of the very best and most dramatic fjord scenery anywhere in Norway. Take a closer look on the famous waterfalls, named The Seven Sisters, The Bridal Veil, and The Suitor. Sharpen your photography skills amid picture-perfect and majestic fjord cliffs and abandoned mountain farms. (B,D)

Day 9: Loen Fjord,Lom,Lillehammer,Hamar

Location: Loen Fjord, Lom, Lillehammer, Hamar

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Stop in Lom to see its iconic wooden stave church, dating back to the 12th century. Visit Lillehammer, host of the 1994 Winter Olympics and home today to a lively art scene. Overnight in Hamar, located on the eastern shore of Mjøsa, the largest lake in Norway. Today’s Distance: 224 mi/ 360 kmLOEN FJORD–LOM–LILLEHAMMER–HAMAR Stop in Lom to see its iconic wooden stave church, dating back to the 12th century. Visit Lillehammer, host of the 1994 Winter Olympics and home today to a lively art scene. Overnight in Hamar, located on the eastern shore of Mjøsa, the largest lake in Norway. Today’s Distance: 224 mi/ 360 km (B)

Day 10: Lillehammer,Hamar,Oslo

Location: Lillehammer, Hamar, Oslo

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

The dynamic city of Hamar is known for the fascinating open-air Ethnological Museum, an active archaeological site that includes ruins of a 950-year-old cathedral enclosed in a protective glass and steel structure. Later, return to Oslo for a guided tour. See the medieval Akershus Castle guarding the harbor, National Theater, Parliament, Royal Palace, Broadcasting House, and visit Frogner Park with more than 200 bronze and granite sculptures by artist Gustav Vigeland. Today’s Distance: 79 mi/ 127 kmLILLEHAMMER–HAMAR–OSLO The dynamic city of Hamar is known for the fascinating open-air Ethnological Museum, an active archaeological site that includes ruins of a 950-year-old cathedral enclosed in a protective glass and steel structure. Later, return to Oslo for a guided tour. See the medieval Akershus Castle guarding the harbor, National Theater, Parliament, Royal Palace, Broadcasting House, and visit Frogner Park with more than 200 bronze and granite sculptures by artist Gustav Vigeland. Today’s Distance: 79 mi/ 127 km (B)

Day 11: Oslo

Location: Oslo

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.OSLO Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Staying at Scandic Sjolyst, Thon Parken, Thon Forum, Moxy, Lindstrøm Hotel, Stryn Hotel, and Thon Victoria.

  • Meals

    Buffet breakfasts daily; 4 dinners.

  • Guided Tour

    Guided tour in Oslo including Akershus Castle, National Theater, Parliament, Royal Palace, Broadcasting House, and Frogner Park.

  • Ferry Crossing

    Ferry crossing across Hardangerfjord.

  • Sognefjord Cruise

    Cruise across Norway’s legendary Sognefjord Nærøyfjord.

  • Flåm Train Ride

    Ride on the renowned Flåm train.

  • Visits to Historical Sites

    Visits to Lom's wooden stave church and Lillehammer, host of the 1994 Winter Olympics.

  • UNESCO Sites

    Visits to Bryggen, West-Norwegian Fjords - Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord.

What's Not Included

  • Transport

    No transport description provided.

  • Optional Excursions

    Optional excursions such as discovering the history and traditions of Bergen and a cruise on the Geiranger Fjord.

Meals

Buffet breakfasts daily, 3 Dinners

UNESCO Sites

Bryggen|West-Norwegian Fjords - Geirangerfjord and N?r?yfjord|West-Norwegian Fjords- N?r?yfjord

Accommodation

Oslo:Scandic Sjolyst
Kristiansand:Thon Parken
Stavanger:Thon Forum
Bergen:Moxy
Sognefjord Area:Lindstroem Hotel
Loen:Stryn Hotel
Hamar:Thon Victoria

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?

    You will be staying at Scandic Sjolyst, Thon Parken, Thon Forum, Moxy, Lindstrøm Hotel, Stryn Hotel, and Thon Victoria. These hotels offer modern amenities, comfortable rooms, and convenient locations close to major attractions and public transport.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, buffet breakfasts are provided daily, and 4 dinners are included in the tour package.

  • What are some of the key highlights of the tour?

    Key highlights include a guided tour in Oslo, a ferry crossing across Hardangerfjord, a cruise across Sognefjord Nærøyfjord, a ride on the Flåm train, visits to Lom's wooden stave church and Lillehammer, and exploring Bergen at your own pace.

  • Are there any optional excursions available?

    Yes, optional excursions include discovering the history and traditions of Bergen and a cruise on the Geiranger Fjord.

  • What UNESCO World Heritage Sites will we visit?

    You will visit Bryggen, West-Norwegian Fjords - Geirangerfjord, and Nærøyfjord.

  • What activities are available during the free days?

    During free days, you can explore Bergen and Loen Fjord at your own pace. Optional activities include an excursion to discover Bergen's history and traditions and a cruise on the Geiranger Fjord.

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes various forms of transportation such as ferry crossings and a ride on the Flåm train. However, no specific transport description is provided for other segments of the tour.

  • What can I expect on the first day of the tour?

    On the first day, you will check into your hotel in Oslo. The rest of the day is free for you to start exploring the city. In the evening, you will meet your Tour Director and travel companions.

  • Is there a guided tour included in Oslo?

    Yes, there is a guided tour in Oslo that includes visits to Akershus Castle, National Theater, Parliament, Royal Palace, Broadcasting House, and Frogner Park.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1961

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Cosmos is committed to minimizing our impact on the environment and to reducing dependence on non-renewable resources. In this endeavor, we have implemented policies to support this mission and are working carefully to enhance our products with this mission and our values combined. We are committed to complying with all relevant legislation and/or regulations.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    All guests are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for travel through February, 2023. Beginning March 1, 2023, while we highly recommend vaccination, we will no longer require it. We ask all guests to comply with airline and destination requirements, which still may apply. To check your destination requirements for your travel dates, view the Latest Travel & Health Restrictions for Travel.

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