12 Days Days Of
NORWAY SCENIC SUMMER
Duration: 11 Nights/ 12 days
Season: May – September
Cities Featured: Oslo, Fredrikstad, Flam, Balestrand, Bergen, Alesund, Geiranger
2022 Price: from $7,929 USD Per Person*
Minimum of 5 People required
Program Overview
This popular fjords tour takes you to Western Norway, a region of narrow fjords cutting into tall mountains, of waterfalls cascading down mountainsides, and of glaciers that never melt. Spectacular architecture, one-of-a-kind train rides, fjord cruises, and delicacies made from local produce enhance the experience. Created by a succession of ice ages, the stunning landscapes of “Fjord Norway” have exhibited unchanging beauty throughout the years. With each fjord cruise you will find small communities and villages, each with its own charm, reflecting its local traditions and what can be grown in each place. Here you will also experience a sensational version of the popular Norway in a Nutshell tour, where the Flam Railway is one of many highlights. After experiencing this trip to Norway you will understand why it is considered one of the most beautiful countries on the planet.
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Included in the Premium Package
- 10 nights at centrally-located, 4-star hotels with daily Scandinavian breakfast buffet for all guests
- 1 night aboard a Havila or Hurtigruten ship
- 2 dinners in Balestrand
- Return flight to Oslo at the end of the program
- 6 guided Sightseeing tours led by the most friendly and knowledgeable local guides
- The Sognefjord in a Nutshell (a version of the Norway in a Nutshell), an incredibly beautiful and exciting journey which includes scenic train rides on the Bergen Railway, Flam Railway and a fjord cruise along the majestic Sognefjord
- Luggage handling between Oslo and Bergen. All you need to bring with you is an overnight bag for your nights in Flam and Balestrand. Your luggage will meet you in Bergen, making the journey much more comfortable and relaxing
- City transfers (airport/ferry port/train station/hotel) via private car wherever needed
- All of our services: preparing and implementing your entire trip (including your personalized travel book), addressing all your questions and taking good care of you while you are traveling, through our network of suppliers and our staff in the US.
Day 1
Arrival In Oslo
If you arrive before dinner-time, you’ll have the day to explore the capital city. Your Norway tour officially starts with a kick-off dinner at the Lysebu hotel in the Vestre Aker district in Oslo. Connect with your Tour Director and fellow travelers while sampling the cuisine of the region. This relaxed 3-course meal is the beginning of your adventure, and the perfect antidote to a long flight.
Welcome to your Norwegian adventure!
Accommodation: Hotel Lysebu (5 Star)
Day 2
Oslo Sightseeing: All the Must Sees!
Røros is rooted in the mining industry, but its history is far more complex than that. Come along on a private tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site that ends with one of the largest churches in all of Norway. If you’re feeling a little parched after all that walking, the Røros Beer Tasting in our local brewery may be able to help. Snack on reindeer meat and mash bread with each of three beers on offer, but save room for the 6-course dinner at the magnificently-authentic Vertshuset restaurant tonight!
Main Attractions:
Guided Tour of Røros, Guided Tour of the Church of Røros, Røros Beer Tasting
Accommodation:
Erzscheidergarden B& B
Day 3
Fredrikstad: A Hidden Gem
Complete your exploration of Røros with Olav’s mine, a destination more than 350 years in the making. Walk the 500 meters of underground tunnels inside the Røros Mountain plateau and plunge 50 meters down into the cavernous Miner’s Hall. After the mine, we’ll drive from Røros to Rauma Railway in Dombås. Get ready for a wild trek by train as we speed through the rugged (and beautiful) countryside on your way to Åndalsnes, the train’s final destination. Then, experience the National Tourist Route Trollstigen as we drive to our last stop: Ålesund. A 7-course dinner awaits you at the restaurant Apotekergata 5, one of the trendiest in town.
Main Attractions:
Olav’s Mine Tour, The Rauma Railway
Accommodation:
Hotel Brosundet (4 Star)
Day 4
Exploring the Ålesund Archipelago in Style
One of the more striking features of Ålesund is its colorful Art Nouveau buildings, making it a highlight in your Norway tour. On your private walking tour, you’ll learn more about the photogenic architectural style and how it came to shape this port town. Learn its secrets on foot before getting an open view from the water. On the Ålesund Archipelago by boat, you’ll see the Borgundfjord before visiting the city of Devoldfabrikken. Enjoy an included lunch before doing a little shopping in one of the many designer outlets or local stores. Dinner is on your own, tonight.
Main Attractions:
Private Walking Tour of Ålesund, Ålesund Archipelago by Boat
Accommodation:
Hotel Brosunde (4 Star)
Day 5
Viking History at the Selja Monastery & Arrival in Loen
From Ålesund, we make our way to Selja, a special community and a place of pilgrimage for over a thousand years. From the Viking Age to the Middle Ages, Norwegians would travel to this small island on a sacred journey. Visit the ruins of the Selja Monastery, first built in the early 1100s by Benedictine monks. From Selja, travel to Loen and end with dinner at the Hotel Alexandra.
Main Attractions:
Excursion to Selje and the Selja Monastery
Accommodation:
Hotel Alexandra (4 Star)
Day 6
Loen Skylift & Briksdal Glacier
In Loen, you’ll bear witness to the Briksdal Glacier, a dramatic beauty rising 1,200 meters and dropping directly into the Briksdalen Valley. This tour includes an easy hike through stunning scenery as well as a ride on a traditional “troll car.” You’ll also have a chance to experience the Loen Skylift, a cable car that will allow you to soar over the Nordfjord, one of the most admired of the Norway fjords. Travel up 1,011 meters to see the fjord landscape from Mount Hoven, and toast to a truly incredible day. Get ready for one more feast at the outstanding Hotel Alexandra before departure.
Main Attractions:
Briksdal Glacier Adventure, Loen Skylift & Toast Atop Mount Hoven
Accommodation:
Hotel Alexandra (4 Star)
Day 7
Balestrand, A Sognefjord Gem
Travel along the scenic roads of Central Norway to Balestrand, a town that specializes in the art of cider-making. Visit the Cider House and its organic orchard, and learn the unique secrets that give the Norwegian ciders its distinctive flavors. Sample all five kinds to get a feel for each variety. This tour also includes St. Olaf’s Church, dragon-style villas, and a little lecture on King Bele along the way. Your hotel tonight is the famous Hotel Kviknes, and trust us when we say its facilities and cuisine do not disappoint.
Main Attractions: Balestrand Historical Walk & Cider Tasting; The Sognefjord, “king” of Norway fjords
Accommodation:
Kviknes Hotel (4 Star)
Day 8
Fjord Cruise & Bergen
The first part of your day continues your exploration of Balestrand, this time by RIB boat. Zip along on this adventurous tour and discover the Kvinnefossen waterfall before stopping at a 13th-Century church on the island of Kvamsøy. You’ll leave Balestand for Bergen where you’ll tour the harbor, wharf, parks, and museums of the second-largest city in the country. Dubbed the ‘gateway to Norway fjords’, this city is one of the most charming places in the world. Get ready for a night of rest and relaxation at the Solstrand Hotel & Spa, starting with a satisfying 3-course dinner.
Main Attractions:
RIB Boat Fjord Safari in Balestrand, Private Walking Tour of Bergen
Accommodation:
Solstrand Hotel-Spa (5 Star)
Day 9
Extreme R&R at the Solstrand Spa Hotel
The Solstrand Hotel promotes wellness and inner peace through its spas, so you can slow down after your incredible Norwegian adventure. Explore the day on your own time, at your own pace. Whether you want to travel a short 35 minutes to Bergen, take a dip in the Norway fjord called Bjornafjorden, or just relax in the many pools of the spa (their infinity pool is out of this world!), there’s something for everyone. Take a quick boat trip to one of the many other local destinations, but be back in time for the group dinner at the hotel!
Accommodation:
Solstrand Hotel-Spa (5 Star)
Day 10
Tour Conclusion
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before departing. If you need any help with transportation to your next destination, your Tour Director would be happy to give you suggestions or arrange a transfer through Discover Scandinavia Tours. We can’t wait to create your next vacation package, be it another Norway tour or an adventure anywhere else in Scandinavia!Price Calculator
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