Norwegian Fjords

Experience the breathtaking coastline, Norwegian fjords, and fascinating Lapland. Highlights of this spectacular escorted journey include a ride on the Bergen Railway, stays in charming fjordside hotels, and a tour of the historical port of Bergen, where you'll embark on your northbound Norwegian Coastal Voyage. Disembarking in Kirkenes, you'll be immersed in the culture and history of Lapland's native Sami people. After a night in a Sami village, you'll fly to Oslo for nearly two days exploring Norway's vibrant capital city.

This evening, depart on your transatlantic flight to Bergen to begin your Norwegian fjords vacation.

At Flesland Airport, you'll be met by your English-speaking guide and transfer by private motorcoach to your hotel. The rest of the day is free. Welcome dinner at a local restaurant. [D]

After breakfast, depart on 3-hour guided tour of Bergen including a visit to the Hanseatic Museum. Enjoy time for lunch on your own. Then join your companions for an afternoon drive along the Sorfjord and across the wild Tokagjelet Ravine to the Hardangerfjord; drive along the fjord to the fjordside village of Ulvik. [B/D]

After breakfast, drive from Ulvik to Voss, past the thundering Skjervet Waterfall. Board the Bergen Railway-named one of the "Top Rail Experiences in the World"-for a breathtaking trip to Myrdal and Flam. In the afternoon, you'll enjoy a two-hour cruise on the Sognefjord, where you'll see cascading waterfalls, secluded hamlets, and snow-dusted mountains. Then it's on to the village of Balestrand, for a night at the fabled Kvikne's Hotel. [B/L/D]

You will have the morning at leisure. After lunch on your own, you'll sail by ferry to Vik, to visit the ancient Hopperstad Stave Church. Then it's back to Bergen, where you'll board the Norwegian Coastal Voyage. [B/D]

Your adventure includes the Geirangerfjord and the Trollfjord. You'll sail from Bergen to Vadso, far above the Arctic Circle. Major sights include Art Nouveau Alesund, ancient Trondheim, the majestic Geirangerfjord, the remote Lofoten Islands, the Trollfjord, and lively Tromso. [B/L/D]

Travel by motorcoach to Karasjok, capital of the Sami. Visit the Samiland Center to see examples of Sami craftsmanship and dine in a Sami turf hut while sitting on reindeer skins around a fire. [B/D]

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for a flight to Oslo. [B]

After breakfast, tour Oslo. You'll visit many sites, including the Viking Ship Museum, Akershus Fortress, and the Royal Palace. Spend the afternoon exploring. Farewell dinner at the hotel. [B/D]

After breakfast, it's off to the airport for your flight home. [B]

Meal codes: [B] Breakfast [L] Lunch [D] Dinner

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