Best of Norway
Best of Norway
$3495
Best of Norway
9 Days Starting and ending in Oslo, Norway
Visiting: Oslo, Hardangerfjord, Bergen, Sognefjord, Geiranger, Geirangerfjord, Lillehammer
Tour operator:
Tour code:
SBONZN20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on the "Best of Norway" tour, a captivating journey through Norway's breathtaking landscapes and vibrant cities. Begin in Oslo, where you'll explore its stunning architecture and cultural landmarks. Travel through the scenic beauty of Geilo and Hardangerfjord, and experience the charm of Bergen with a special dinner hosted by the Øvre-Eide family on their historic farm. Discover the majestic Sognefjord and Geirangerfjord, with opportunities for scenic cruises and optional adventures like the Flåm Railway. Visit the historic stave church in Lom and enjoy the Olympic spirit in Lillehammer. Conclude your adventure back in Oslo, exploring its iconic sites with a local specialist. Throughout the tour, enjoy cherry-picked accommodations, expert guidance, and a blend of included meals and free time to explore at your own pace. This cultural journey promises unforgettable memories amidst Norway's natural wonders.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To Oslo
Location: Oslo
Accommodation: Thon Hotel Cecil
Accommodation Name: Thon Hotel Cecil
Meals Included: Dinner
Prepare for a spellbinding encounter with nature – an untamed landscape of fjords, lakes and dense forests that begins in the understated capital of Oslo, set within beautiful natural surrounds. On arrival, transfer to your hotel with its unique personality and steps from some of Oslo's main sights. Spend the day exploring the city's interesting architecture and exquisite open spaces, before joining your Travel Director and fellow travelers at 17:30 for a light supper to kick-start your journey.
Day 2: Journey To Scenic Geilo And Hardangerfjord
Location: Hardangerfjord
Accommodation: Thon Sandven
Accommodation Name: Thon Sandven
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We journey along the shores of the Tyrifjord to the ski resort of Geilo with its scenic location at the foot of Hallingskarvet, before continuing across the Hardanger Plateau to Voringfoss, a cascade of water that plunges impressively into the Måbødalen Canyon below. We continue to Hardangerfjord – its title as the 'Queen of the Fjords' is well deserved and you'll have an opportunity to admire its deep blue waters as you travel along part of its shoreline to your hotel in Norheimsund where you will dine tonight.
Day 3: Onwards To Beautiful Bergen Connect With Locals
Location: Bergen
Accommodation: Thon Orion
Accommodation Name: Thon Orion
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
A scenic drive along lakes and fjords will bring us to the 'Capital of Fjords', Bergen. We’ll learn about the city's Hanseatic heritage, enjoying an orientation tour past the 13th-century Haakon's Hall and bustling fish market. Enjoy some free time to explore this colorful city. This evening, Connect With Locals as the Øvre-Eide family welcome us on their farm for dinner and a very special Be My Guest experience.
Day 4: Off To Voss And Stunning Sognefjord
Location: Sognefjord
Accommodation: Sognefjord
Accommodation Name: Quality Sogndal, Leikanger
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Delving straight back into Norway's inspiring natural landscapes, we continue to the 'King of Fjords', traveling via Voss, the country’s adventure capital. There’s some free time to embark on an Optional Experience on the Flåm Railway, one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world.
Day 5: Continue To Geirangerfjord
Location: Geiranger
Accommodation: Havila
Accommodation Name: Havila
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Journey from Sognefjord, Norway’s longest and deepest fjord, to Geiranger. See the impressive Bøyabreen glacier, part of Jostedalsbreen, continental Europe's largest glacier. Your day is filled with pinch-me moments as you skirt past three different fjords. Tonight, we stay on the shores of the fjord at Hotel Havila Geiranger.
Day 6: A Day At The Breathtaking Geirangerfjord
Location: Geirangerfjord
Accommodation: Havila
Accommodation Name: Havila
Meals Included: Breakfast
The Geirangerfjord takes center stage today, and you’ll get to explore it your way. You’ll certainly want to take a scenic cruise past its tumbling waterfalls and snow-capped peaks. Enjoy soaking up your epic surrounds, or venture further afield by joining an Optional Experience to drive Norway’s most famous road, Trollstigen, with its eleven hairpin bends and jaw-dropping mountain scenery.
Day 7: Venture To Historic Lom And Lillehammer Dive Into Culture
Location: Lillehammer
Accommodation: Scandic Victoria
Accommodation Name: Scandic Victoria
Meals Included: Breakfast
We enjoy a scenic drive to Lom, the gateway to the Jotunheimen Mountains. Here, we will Dive Into Culture and visit a 12th-century stave church, adorned with runic inscriptions, paintings and carved dragon figures that are said to protect it against evil. We continue through the Gudbrandsdal Valley before arriving in Lillehammer, the proud host of the 1994 Winter Olympics.
Day 8: Return To Oslo
Location: Oslo
Accommodation: Thon Hotel Cecil
Accommodation Name: Thon Hotel Cecil
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We return to Oslo where we spend the day exploring several of the city's highlights with a Local Specialist, including views of the medieval fortress of Akershus, overlooking Oslo's beautiful harbor, the Opera and the 19th-century Royal Palace. We finish our tour with a visit to the fascinating Vigeland Sculpture Park, proudly displaying the life's work of Gustav Vigeland. After a magnificent encounter with Norway’s epic natural landscapes, we enjoy our last evening together at a Farewell Dinner, toasting to a memorable trip.
Day 9: Farewell Norway
Location: Oslo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our journey through the fjords, falls and forests of Norway has come to an end. We bid our newfound friends a fond farewell and prepare to return home.
What's Included
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included in the tour.
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Accommodation in cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted, is included.
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included.
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All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
All hotel tips, charges, and local taxes are included.
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Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals are included.
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras are included.
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Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing are included.
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) is included.
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Optional Experiences and free time
Optional Experiences and free time are included.
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Hotel standard and location
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
What's Not Included
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Airport Transfers
Airport transfers are not included.
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Optional Experiences
Optional Experiences are not included.
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Hotel Changes
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized, which may not be included.
Dining Summary
- 6 Dinner (D)
- 8 Breakfast (B)
Dive Into Culture
- Lom: In Lom you'll have an opportunity to visit Lomskyrkja, one of the biggest and most beautiful stave churches in Norway, dating back to the 12th century.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with a luxury air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi, offering a comfortable and scenic journey through Norway's breathtaking landscapes.
Check out our Q&As
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What unique experiences are included in the Best of Norway tour?
The tour includes a visit to Hardanger Bygdeysteri, a cheese factory in Øystese, which supports sustainable development goals. Additionally, there is a 'Be My Guest' dinner with the Øvre-Eide family on their historic livestock farm in Bergen.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?
The tour offers cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted, ensuring a comfortable stay throughout your journey in Norway.
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Are meals included in the Best of Norway tour?
Yes, breakfast is provided daily, and up to half of your evening meals are included in the tour package.
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What transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi available in most countries, and there are also options for alternative transportation such as rail journeys.
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What are some of the highlights of the Best of Norway tour?
Highlights include exploring Oslo, discovering Bergen, visiting Hardangerfjord and Geirangerfjord, seeing a medieval Stave Church, and viewing Voringfoss and Steinsdalsfoss waterfalls.
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Is there any free time or optional activities during the tour?
Yes, the tour includes free time and optional experiences, such as the opportunity to embark on the Flåm Railway journey, one of the most beautiful train rides in the world.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Trafalgar requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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