Land of The Fjords

After breakfast, enjoy a 2-hour city sightseeing tour of Bergen with a local guide. This tour includes a visit to the popular Fish and Flower Market, the famous Bryggen Harbour with its distinctive gabled packhouses, and the historic Hanseatic Quarter.

Following the city tour, you will take a round trip on the Bergen Funicular to the summit of Mount Fløien, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the fjords and mountains surrounding Bergen.

Next, you will continue north by coach to Oppedal, where you will take a short ferry ride to Lavik. From there, you will drive along the Sognefjord to the beautiful resort town of Balestrand.

Dinner and overnight stay at Kvikne’s Hotel, superior room, superbly located on the banks of the fjord and surrounded by mountains.

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Free day in Balestrand - explore on your own the stunning beauty of the fjords. The day begins with a traditional Norwegian buffet breakfast in the hotel's elegant dining room. You might want to spend the morning relaxing on the hotel terrace, breathing in the fresh mountain air, and taking in the spectacular views.

We recommend visiting the local aquarium and art gallery, or you could rent a bike or a rowing boat from the hotel. If you prefer, you can explore the nearby mountains on foot. A walking tour of the village of Balestrand, featuring its historic buildings and other interesting sites, can also be arranged.

Dinner and overnight stay at Kvikne’s Hotel.

Optional: Fjord & glacier Half-day Excursion

After breakfast, you will depart from your hotel by ferry from Dragsvik to Hella. Following this, you will embark on a scenic tour along the northern side of the Sognefjord towards Sogndal. The journey continues by road to Fjærland, where you'll pass beneath the Jostedal Glacier, the largest glacier in Europe, on your way to the village of Skei, located at the northern end of the beautiful Lake Jølster.

Next, you'll descend to the Nordfjord and make a detour to Olden to visit the world-famous Briksdal Glacier. You will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before taking an excursion up to the glacier in open cars known as "Troll cars." These vehicles will transport you approximately 700 meters from the glacier, allowing for a pleasant walk to the glacier's edge before returning by Troll cars.

After your visit, you will return to Olden and arrive in Loen, a small village situated by the fjord and surrounded by majestic mountains and lush green hills.

Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel Alexandra, fjord view room.

Start your day with breakfast at your hotel before departing by coach to Hellesylt. From Hellesylt, you will embark on a cruise of Geirangerfjord, one of Norway's most iconic and narrow fjords, which has been included on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 2005. As you navigate through the deep blue waters and lush green valleys, you'll have the opportunity to see magnificent waterfalls, including the "Seven Sisters" and the "Bridal Veil."

After the cruise, enjoy lunch in Geiranger. Following lunch, you will travel along winding roads, experiencing one hairpin bend after another, to reach the Geiranger Skywalk at Mt. Dalsnibba. Here, you can take in breathtaking panoramic views of this stunning fjord region, weather permitting.

Your journey will then continue to Lom, known for its 14th-century stave church. Finally, you will descend through the magnificent Gudbrands Valley to arrive at the charming town of Lillehammer.

Dinner and overnight stay at Home Hotel Hammer, located in the town center.

After breakfast, drive along Lake Mjøsa, Norway’s largest lake, towards Oslo, situated at the head of the Oslo Fjord. Visit the Holmenkollen Ski Museum & Tower, where you’ll discover the world’s oldest ski museum, see exhibitions of the polar explorers, and enjoy a great panoramic view of Oslo and the fjord. Drive back down to the city center for check-in at your hotel. Dinner on your own in Oslo.

Overnight stay at Thon Hotel Bristol, located in the city center.

Enjoy a buffet breakfast at your hotel. If your schedule allows, we recommend taking a stroll along Aker Brygge, a vibrant pier featuring numerous restaurants and departures for sightseeing boats on the Oslo Fjord. Alternatively, you can explore the new central city district, Bjørvika, and admire Oslo’s latest architectural additions, including the Deichman Library and the Munch Museum.

Transfer on your own to Oslo Airport, Gardermoen, in time for your flight home.