The Sognefjord

Sognefjord has long been viewed as one of the world's most beautiful destinations. From the famous National Parks to many of the highest waterfalls in Norway, Sognefjord is a picturesque village placed among breathtaking Norwegian fjords and glacier backdrops. Your Sognefjord adventure begins with a journey on the Bergen railway, Northern Europe's highest-altitude railway line with spectacular travel through the lush greenery of magnificent mountain ranges. Next you'll transfer onto the Flam Railway. You will soon discover why it is coined a Norwegian engineering marvel as you travel its steep descent. From Mydral to Flam, this railroad slowly makes its way through a diversified window of cascading waterfalls and massive mountains. As your Sognefjord journey continues you will venture to the enchanting village of Balestrand, finding evening respite in the unique Kviknes Hotel. Awaken in the morning and prepare for a journey filled with the finest panorama of Sognefjord, as you set eyes upon Norway's longest fjord on your four hour ferry ride to your final Bergen destination.

Your Sognefjord adventure begins upon your departure from Oslo aboard the Bergen Railway. This initial journey is filled with the breathtaking backdrop of the Hallingdal Valley and the rugged glaciated mountains of the Hardanger Plateau. You will quickly discover why the Eurail guide has called this 300-mile journey the "most scenic rail trip in Europe."

At Myrdal you will transfer to the Flam Railway, a marvel of Norwegian engineering. It is one of the world's steepest railway lines on a normal gauge. The trip begins at 2,841 feet above sea level and spirals around and through the mountain. Along the way, you'll see spectacular mountains, steep ravines, lush valleys, and the thundering Kjos Waterfall.

When you disembark in Flam you will enjoy a leisurely lunch on your own and explore Flam's spectacular natural beauty. Later in the afternoon embark on a Songnefjord high speed ferry ride to the picturesque village of Balestrand. There you'll dine and spend the night at the venerable Kvikne's, Norway's famous wooden hotel. [D]

After a buffet breakfast, leave Balestrand by ferry. For the next four hours you'll enjoy the gorgeous scenery of the Sognefjord, the longest Norwegian fjord, before arriving in the historic city of Bergen. [B]

This Sognefjord & Norwegian fjords program can also be done in reverse.

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

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Please Note:
The services are based on public transportation and on an individual basis. There is no tour leader.
Prices and times are subject to change without notice.

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