Itinerary
DAY 1: OSLO – FLÅM
Depart by train from Oslo. After you have crossed the
rugged Hardangervidda Mountain Plateau, change train and enter the
famous Flåm Railway. This railway has been ranked one of the top 20
train rides in the world, and is the world’s steepest railway line on
normal gauge. Arrival in Flåm, beautifully situated at the end of the
Aurlandsfjord. The Norwegian fjord landscape is considered to be one of
the most spectacular sceneries in the world. Spend the evening enjoying
the beautiful surroundings.
Overnight: Fretheim Hotel, Flåm.
DAY 2: FLÅM –
BERGEN
Depart from Flåm by fjord ferry in the early morning.
During your journey to Bergen you will sail through the Nærøyfjord,
considered to be among the most scenically outstanding fjord areas in
the world, and was recently placed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. The
Nærøyfjord is part of the Sognefjord, the world’s longest fjord. Arrival
Bergen in the early afternoon. Bergen is Norway’s second largest city.
Overnight: Strand Hotel, Bergen. (B)
DAY 3: BERGEN
Due to its location, Bergen is often called “the
Gateway to the Fjords”. The city is surrounded by seven mountains, and
if you take the funicular up to Mount Fløyen, you have a wonderful view
of Bergen and its surroundings. Enjoy a 3-hour sightseeing tour, which
includes a visit to Fantoft Stave Church, and Troldhaugen – the home of
the famous composer Edvard Grieg. We also recommend a stroll around in
the Hanseatic quarters, a visit to the popular fish- and flower-market,
or maybe a visit to the Bergen Aquarium.
Overnight: Strand Hotel, Bergen. (B)
DAY 4: BERGEN –
OSLO
Own transfer to the station. Depart Bergen by train.
The journey will take you through a breathtaking landscape with a
constantly changing panorama of sky-high mountains, thundering
waterfalls and green pastures at the bottom of the valleys. Arrive in
Oslo in the afternoon, own transfer to hotel. Balance of day at leisure.
Overnight: Scandic Byporten Hotel, Oslo. (B)
DAY 5: OSLO
Own
transfer to the airport for departure, or continue your journey through
Scandinavia. (B)
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