Best of Norway

BEST OF NORWAY Journey from Oslo to Bergen | 11 Days

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS & INCLUSIONS

Air From Most Major U.S. Gateways Aker Brygge Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation Eidsvoll 9 Nights Quality Accommodations Geirangerfjord 17 Meals: Dalsnibba Mountain Plateau* 9 Breakfasts | 2 Lunches | 6 Dinners Briksdal Glaciers Professional Tour Manager Hopperstad Stave Church Itinerary Activity Admissions Flam Mountain Railway Oslo & Bergen Touring

*May be closed due to inclement weather.

Day 1 | Fly to Norway Climb aboard for our overnight flight across the Atlantic. Enjoy in-flight entertainment and meal service as you travel to start your incredible adventure to Norway. Meals: In-Flight

Day 2 | Arrive in Oslo Today we will arrive in the picturesque city of Oslo. Known for its green spaces, arts, and culture, there will be plenty to see and experience. After clearing customs we will board a deluxe motorcoach and take a short tour of this capital city. Afterwards, we’ll transfer to our hotel to relax. This evening we’ll enjoy a welcome dinner with the group. Meals: D

Oslo, Norway

ACCOMMODATIONS

Night 1 Overnight Flight Nights 2 & 3 Radisson Blu Plaza - Oslo, Norway Night 4 Hotel Wadahl - Gala, Norway Nights 5 & 6 Hotel Union - Geiranger, Norway Nights 7 & 8 Hotel Kviknes - Balestrand, Norway Nights 9 & 10 Radisson Blu Royal - Bergen, Norway

Note: A valid passport book is required for this tour.

TRIP COST PER PERSON

Includes Air From Most Major U.S. Gateways

Double $5,695 Single $6,295 CLICK HERE TO BOOK ONLINE

Tour Deposit: $300 per person Optional Guest Protection Plan: $475 per person Final Payment Due: 90 Days before Departure Activity Level 1 2 3 4 5 Day 3 | Oslo Touring This morning we continue touring Oslo with a local guide. We’ll pass the medieval Akershus Fortress from the 13th century, the City Hall, Royal Palace, Parliament, and more. One highlight will be Aker Brygge – once a ship’s wharf, it is today a pedestrian area with shops, restaurants, and cultural activities. We’ll also make a stop at the Vigeland Sculpture Park, one of Norway’s most-visited attractions with over 200 stone, bronze, and cast iron sculptures. Our final stop will be the famous Viking Ship Museum, home to the best-preserved Viking ship on display. This was discovered across three royal burial mounds by the Oslofjord. The evening will be at your leisure to continue exploring this beautiful city. Meals: B

Day 4 | Oslo / Lillehammer / Gala Our morning starts with a scenic drive to Eidsvoll, the site where the Norwegian Constitution was signed in 1814. Afterwards, our journey continues north through the town of Hamar. Upon arrival in Lillehammer, we’ll visit the spectacular Maihaugen museum. With close to 200 buildings, this museum is one of Europe’s largest open-air museums. Tonight, we’ll relax in Gala at a hotel overlooking a stunning lake. Meals: B, D

Bergen, Norway

Day 5 | Gala / Geiranger The astounding scenery continues as we travel north to the fjord village of Geiranger. Our driver will include hairpin bends to the summit of Mount Dalsnibba for incredible views of Geirangerfjord and the mountains, lakes, and waterfalls. After arriving in Geiranger, we’ll get our first upclose look at Norway’s most dramatic fjord. A UNESCO site, this fjord measures 10 miles long and 960 feet deep. Meals: B, D

Day 6 | Geiranger Fjord Center / Scenic Cruise This morning we’ll visit the Geiranger Fjord Center and learn about the local history and nature. Afterwards, enjoy a scenic cruise of the Geirangerfjord by RIB boat to get close to the famous waterfalls. Return to Geiranger this afternoon for a relaxing afternoon. Meals: B, D

Day 7 | Briksdal Glacier / Balestrand We’ll travel south this morning and ascend the spectacular Geiranger hairpin road. Continue to Briksdal and enjoy the troll car ride to see the Briksdal Glaciers. After a scenic drive, we’ll arrive in the quaint village of Fjaerland. More beauty awaits on our drive along the Sognefjord as we travel to Balestrand. Meals: B, L, D Day 8 | Balestrand Touring / Cider House Today we’ll enjoy a tour of Balestrand with a local guide. Highlights will include a Viking burial site and wooden church along the fjord. We’ll also visit the Cider House and learn how to bake a local cake, Helekake, on a griddle while enjoying locally produced cider and juice. This afternoon will be at our leisure to enjoy this historic village. Meals: B

Day 9 | Flam Mountain Railway / Bergen Depart Balestrand this morning and travel to Vangsnes where we’ll visit Hopperstad Stave Church. This afternoon, we’ll enjoy the scenic scenery as we take a ferry from Gundvangen to Flam. After disembarking from this unforgettable cruise, board the Flam Mountain Railway for an hourlong, scenic ride ascending 2,600 feet. We’ll pass through 20 tunnels, see thundering waterfalls, and gaze up at towering mountains. Our day ends in Bergen where we’ll relax this evening. Meals: B

Village Near Flam

Day 10 | Bryggen Wharf Area / Hanseating Museum Walk through the scenic village of Bergen this morning with a local guide where we’ll visit the Bryggen wharf area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in addition to the Hanseatic Museum. This afternoon will be at our leisure to continue exploring this incredible city. Tonight we’ll enjoy our final Norwegian meal as we reflect on Norway’s beauty. Meals: B, L, D

Day 11 | Travel Home This morning our journey through Norway will come to an end. We’ll travel to the Bergen airport where our flight home awaits. As we fly home, we’ll reflect on the unforgettable and distinct beauty of Norway. Meals: B