Spectacular Norwegian Fjords with Havila Cruise
Tour Overview
Embark on the "Spectacular Norwegian Fjords with Havila Cruise" tour, a breathtaking journey through Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Begin in Oslo, exploring the city's royal heritage and vibrant streets. Travel by scenic train to Trondheim, where you'll discover Viking history and Gothic architecture. Sail eco-friendly through the Trondheim fjord on the Havila Cruise, experiencing the stunning coastal landscapes. In Bergen, explore UNESCO World Heritage sites and savor local seafood. Marvel at the romantic Hardanger Fjord, hike to Bondhusvatnet Lake, and cruise the idyllic Sognefjord. Conclude with a guided tour of Oslo's iconic landmarks, making unforgettable memories in the heart of Scandinavia. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: OSLO ARRIVAL
Location: Oslo
Welcome to the Kingdom of Norway – a country known for its beautiful fjords! Upon arrival, you will make your own way from the airport to the hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you can start exploring Norway. Walk along the streets and explore the city of the royal family and the main Karl Johans Street, with many shops, bars and cafes.
Overnight in Oslo ...more ...less
Day 2: OSLO – TRONDHEIM (TRAIN) (B/-/-)
Location: Trondheim
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning after Breakfast, you will meet your Tour Leader at our hotel reception for an informative meeting about your tour. You will then be transferred to Oslo train station (if it is not within walking distance) to board the train to Trondheim. This journey will offer you stunning views of the Norwegian countryside, the longest lake Mjosa and the Vinstra region along the way. Trondheim is the third largest city in the country. The Vikings settled on the estuary of the Nidelven River in the tenth century. Before the sixteenth century, it was called Nidaros. It was a Green and flowery city, and it was pleasant to stroll in the center, in the pedestrian streets and the old quarters. Panoramic tour of the city with a glimpse of the Cathedral of Nidaros, which is one of the most beautiful Gothic ensembles in Northern Europe. Your 02-hour panoramic city tour of Trondheim ends at the hotel. Check in and relax.
Overnight in Trondheim
Day 3: TRONDHEIM – BERGEN (HAVILA CRUISE) (B/L/D)
Location: Trondheim
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the port to board the Havila Cruise. The cruise will sail through the wide Trondheim fjord that is bounded by rolling farmland on both sides and enter the coast and the open sea. You can disembark in Kristiansund and be driven along the Atlantic Ocean Road, which has been called the world's most beautiful drive (extra fee applies). The road meanders along islets and skerries. Afterward, you can re-embark in Molde. Enjoy lunch on board. Havila Voyage harvests natural resources. Thats why sustainability and the environment are important. Havila Voyage ensures that the most eco-friendly passenger ships will provide the best standard with the least possible environmental impact. Enjoy dinner.
Overnight on Board
Day 4: BERGEN (HAVILA CRUISE) (B/L/-)
Location: Bergen
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Enjoy a delicious breakfast on cruise. The last day of the cruise takes you through a diverse coastal landscape of bare Rocky Mountains and a maze of sounds and waterways between many islands. The great fjords and glaciers are situated inland. Enjoy your lunch onboard as you approach the end of your voyage to Bergen. Bergen is the Gateway to the Fjords of Norway. As a UNESCO World Heritage City and a European City of Culture, the Bergen region has the ideal combination of nature, culture, and exciting urban life all year around. Upon arrival in Bergen, meet your local guide and enjoy a tour of the city. Pass through the most emblematic places, such as the Hanseatic Bryggen with the church of Mary, the Hakon fortress and the famous fish market.
Overnight in Bergen
Day 5: BERGEN (B/-/-)
Location: Bergen
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will have the opportunity to admire the views from the mountains surrounding Bergen. The Floibanen funicular in Bergen is one of Norways best-known and most visited attractions. The journey up to Floyen (320 m above sea level) takes about 5–8 minutes. After a funicular trip, you will taste specialties like smoked salmon, fresh shrimp, or hot smoked whale in one of the restaurants at the fish market.
Overnight in Bergen
Day 6: BERGEN – HERDANGER FJORD – BRANDHUSDALEN – SORFJORDEN (B/-/D)
Location: Bergen
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
In the morning after breakfast, depart towards Harnager fjord. A short cruise to reach Bondhus. From here, you will start your hiking adventure. The trail is very easy, and one-way hiking will take around 30 minutes. The magnificent icefall and valley have drawn tourists since the mid-1800s. As you walk from the quay in Sundal, a hamlet on the shore of the Maurangerfjord, you are retracing a historic path toward Bondhusvatnet Lake. Late afternoon, embark on the electric boat to enjoy Hardanger, known as one of the most romantic destinations in Norway. Fruit production is the core of Hardanger, and in May/June, the fjord is surrounded by rows on rows of fruit trees blossoming in pink and white. Add the views of snow-covered peaks and the romantic vibes are complete. Whether you are staying inside the vessels lounges or standing outside on the deck, you will have great views of the scenic landscape dotted with small farms and cute villages. Enjoy dinner at the hotel.
Overnight in Sorfjorden
Day 7: SORFJORDEN – FLAM – GUDVAGEN – BORGUND CHURCH - GOL (B/-/D)
Location: Flam
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, depart towards Flam. If you decide to take the optional train ride, the bus will drop you at the train station in Voss. The first part of the train journey takes you to Myrdal station. Myrdal station is a mountain railway station and junction located about 13 km from the village of Flam. There, you will switch to the Flamsbana train (not included). Flamsbana is one of the steepest train lines in the world and the train journey runs through fantastic nature, past the Rallar road, steep mountains, breathtaking waterfalls, through 20 tunnels and offers so many viewpoints that many feel like traveling multiple times between the mountain and the fjord.
Whether you arrive here by bus or train, in Flam, you will *Schedule permitting, join a cruise to Gudvangen, sailing through the idyllic Sognefjord, which is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Free time in Gudvangen to explore this village inhabited by Vikings. After lunch, you will head toward Gol. Enjoy dinner at the hotel.
Overnight in Gol
Day 8: GOL – OSLO (B/-/-)
Location: Oslo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today after breakfast, you will return to Oslo. Continue along the beautiful scenery of the Norwegian highlands and coast of Lake Kroderen. In the afternoon, upon arrival in Oslo, you will enjoy a 3-hour sightseeing tour with a local guide. The guided tour of the city includes a visit to Frogner Park, with all sculptural Vigeland. You will also see the magnificent Royal Palace, City Hall and Akershus Fortress. The remainder of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Oslo
Day 9: OSLO (B/-/-)
Location: Oslo
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, depending on your flight details, enjoy some last-minute shopping for Viking souvenirs before making your own way to Oslo Airport for your return flight home.
Day 10: OSLO (B/-/-)
Location: Oslo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Post breakfast, depending on your flight details, enjoy some last-minute shopping for the Viking souvenirs. Make your own way to the Oslo Airport for your return flight home. No transfers to the airport have been included, however we can offer these at an additional cost.
What's Included
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07 nights accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed hotels or similar
Enjoy comfortable accommodation for 7 nights on a twin-sharing basis at the listed hotels or similar.
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01 night on board cruise Havila Cruise, sea view cabins on a sharing basis
Experience a night on board the Havila Cruise in sea view cabins on a sharing basis.
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Daily breakfast buffet at the hotel and cruise
Start your day with a daily breakfast buffet at the hotel and on the cruise.
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02 Dinners at Hotel in Sorfjorden and Gol
Enjoy two dinners at hotels in Sorfjorden and Gol.
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Full board meal on Havila Cruise
Relish a full board meal plan while on the Havila Cruise.
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All sightseeing Transportation by Ac modern Coach
Travel comfortably with all sightseeing transportation provided by an air-conditioned modern coach.
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Service of English-speaking tour escort
Benefit from the services of an English-speaking tour escort throughout the trip.
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2-hrs in Trondheim walking Tour
Explore Trondheim with a 2-hour walking tour.
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2-hrs in Bergen walking Tour
Discover Bergen with a 2-hour walking tour.
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Floibanen funicular return ticket
Enjoy a return ticket for the Floibanen funicular in Bergen.
What's Not Included
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Items of a personal nature, tips and gratuities
Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities are not included.
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Arrival and departure airport transfer
Transfers to and from the airport upon arrival and departure are not included.
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Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included and must be arranged separately.
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Items not mentioned as included
Any items or services not specifically mentioned as included are excluded.
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with all sightseeing transportation provided by an air-conditioned modern coach, along with scenic train rides and eco-friendly cruises through the stunning Norwegian fjords.
Accommodation
Enjoy 7 nights of twin-sharing accommodation at listed hotels or similar, and 1 night on board the Havila Cruise in sea view cabins, with daily breakfast and select dinners included.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 7 nights of accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed hotels or similar, and 1 night on board the Havila Cruise in sea view cabins on a sharing basis.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes a daily breakfast buffet at the hotel and cruise, 2 dinners at hotels in Sorfjorden and Gol, and full board meals on the Havila Cruise.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
All sightseeing transportation is provided by an air-conditioned modern coach. Additionally, there are transfers from the hotel to the train station in Oslo, a train ride from Oslo to Trondheim, and various ferry and cruise rides including the Havila Cruise.
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Is there a tour guide available during the trip?
Yes, the service of an English-speaking tour escort is included in the tour package.
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What kind of activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes a 2-hour walking tour in Trondheim, a 2-hour walking tour in Bergen, a Floibanen funicular return ticket, an excursion to Brandhusdalen, a Sorfjorden Cruise, a cruise on Aurlandsfjord from Flam to Gudvangen, and entrance to Borgund Stave Church. Additionally, there is a 3-hour bus tour in Oslo. ...more ...less
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Are airport transfers included in the tour package?
No, arrival and departure airport transfers are not included in the tour package. However, these can be offered at an additional cost.
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What are some of the highlights of the tour?
Some highlights include admiring the views of Lake Mjosa and the Vinstra on a scenic train ride to Trondheim, enjoying an eco-friendly experience on the Havila Cruise sailing through Trondheim fjord, exploring iconic sites like Hanseatic Bryggen and Hakon Fortress in Bergen, experiencing the romantic Hardanger Fjord, and discovering Frogner Park's Vigeland sculptures, the Royal Palace, and City Hall in Oslo.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included in the tour package.
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What is the itinerary for the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will arrive in Oslo and make your own way from the airport to the hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you can start exploring Norway by walking along the streets and exploring the city of the royal family and the main Karl Johans Street, with many shops, bars, and cafes. You will stay overnight in Oslo.
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What kind of activities are planned in Bergen?
In Bergen, you will enjoy a tour of the city, passing through places like Hanseatic Bryggen, the church of Mary, Hakon fortress, and the famous fish market. You will also have the opportunity to admire the views from the mountains surrounding Bergen by taking the Floibanen funicular, and taste local specialties like smoked salmon and fresh shrimp at the fish market.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.
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If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?
You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.
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Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?
In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.
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Indus Travels requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
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Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Spectacular Norwegian Fjords with Havila Cruise
10 Days Starting and ending in Oslo, Norway
Visiting: Oslo, Trondheim, Bergen, Flam
Tour operator:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 30
