N O R WAY ’ S T R A I N S A N D F J O R D S
• Experience the Flåm Railway, one of Europe’s most scenic train journeys. • Discover the spectacular West Norwegian Fjords, a UNESCO World Heritage site. • Hear about Thor Heyerdahl’s seafaring expeditions from a family connection.
DAYS 3–6 I WESTERN FJORDS Travel aboard the world-famous Flåm Railway, descending a steep valley through 20 tunnels to the fjord village of Flåm. Visit the picturesque village of Undredal, and cruise spectacular Aurlandsfjorden, Nærøyfjorden, and Geirangerfjorden. Enjoy a special visit to the Norwegian Fjord Centre before it opens to the public. Fretheim Hotel; Hotel Union | Meals: 4B, 4L, 3D
DAYS 1–2 I OSLO, NORWAY Explore Oslo’s highlights, including Vigeland Park and the Viking Ship Museum. At the Kon-Tiki Museum, meet with a family member or biographer of Thor Heyerdahl and learn about the family’s seafaring adventures, chronicled in the pages of National Geographic magazine. Grand Hotel Oslo | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
DAYS 7–8 I TRONDHEIM Transfer to Åndalsnes and ride on the scenic Rauma Railway. Cross the historic Kylling Bridge and marvel at the 3,300-foot Trollveggen, Europe’s tallest vertical rock face. Take a city tour of Trondheim, and enjoy lunch in the colorful neighborhood of Bakklandet, lined with traditional wooden houses. Britannia Hotel | Meals: 2B, 2L, 1D DAYS 9–11 I BERGEN Discover Bergen’s maritime history at Bryggen, the old wharf. Visit the KODE Art Museums, and take a funicular to the top of Mount Fløyen for a stunning view. Clarion Collection Hotel Havnekontoret | Meals: 3B, 1L, 1D
1 1 D AY S F R O M
$9,995
Signature Land
Light/Moderate
A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.
Patrick Hunt Archaeologist Patrick Hunt served as director of the Stanford Alpine Archaeology Project and has conducted fieldwork in the Alps with support from National Geographic. He is a national lecturer for the Archaeological Institute of America, and a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and the Explorers Club. He has written 21 books, including the bestseller Ten Discoveries That Rewrote History. Find the departure(s) Patrick will join on our website.
INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered from June through August. Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional $300 per person. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only and is subject to change at any time without notice.
Visit website for complete details and dates. Above: Steep slopes embrace the charming fjord-side village of Undredal.
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