Fjords, Charms & Traditions - 8 days
Fjords, Charms & Traditions - 8 days
8 Days
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$1775
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Fjords, Charms & Traditions - 8 days
8 Days Starting and ending in Oslo
Visiting:
Oslo
,Flåm
,Bergen
,Sognefjord
,Briksdal glacier hike
,Loen
,Geirangerfjord
,Molde
,Oppdal
Tour operator:
Physical rating:
Low
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests
Trip Styles:
Activities:
Tour code:
1818/FCT
Group size:
2 - 25
Age range:
7 years
Tour operated in:
English
Interests:
Recommended For:
Private Available:
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From:
$1522 (USD)
Operator discount: $178
tourhub discount: $76
-10%Tour Overview
Discover the breathtaking natural beauty of Norway - a country with spectacular fjords and tall mountain peaks, thundering waterfalls and ?giant glaciers. Take in the highlights of Oslo and Bergen and ride the famous Flamsbana railway, marvel at the Briksdal Glacier, cruise the Geiranger ford and more on this 8 day tour.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Oslo
Location:
Oslo
Meals Included:
No Meals
Arrive into Oslo International Airport and transfer to your hotel. On your journey in you'll be met with views of beautiful forests and the Oslofjord which surround the vibrant city. Check into your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Take a stroll down Karl Johan's Street with its many shops bars and cafes and explore the city of the royal family.
Day 2 : Flam
Location:
Flåm
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Oslo - Flam - Voss. This morning we depart Oslo and travel towards the beautiful fjord area of Norway. On this scenic drive we pass Lake Tyrifjord which is one of the largest lakes in Norway and plays an important role for resting migratory birds of many species. We continue driving through the magnificent Hallingdal Valley and a short photo stop is made at the famous Geilo Stave Church.
We arrive into the picturesque village of Flam just after lunch time. Here we have a short break before boarding the famous Flamsbana. Flamsbana is one of the steepest trainlines in the world and our journey takes us through spectacular scenery, past the Rallar road, rugged mountains and breathtaking waterfalls; passing through 20 tunnels en route to the mountain railway station of Myrdal, approx. 13km away, before returning to Flam. After the train ride there's free time in Flam before we drive onto Voss for the night.
Day 3 : Bergen
Location:
Bergen
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Voss - Bergen. This morning travel to the UNESCO World Heritage Listed city of Bergen. Meeting a local guide upon arrival for a sightseeing tour of the city. Taking in key sites such as the Hanseatic Bryggen, with the church of Mary, the Hakon Fortress and the famous fish market. Also visit the Floibanen Funicular which travels to the top of Mount Floien where you can really admire Bergen - the city of seven hills.
Day 4 : The Briksdal Glacier
Location:
Bergen, Sognefjord, Briksdal glacier hike, Loen
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Bergen - Sognefjord - Briksdal Glacier - Loen. After breakfast we board the coach and travel north, crossing the famous Sognefjord from Oppedal to Lavik. Sognefjord is Norway's longest and deepest fjord, stretching 204kms inland from the coast. Our journey today takes us to the famous Briksdal Glacier, nestled between thundering waterfalls and towering peaks. Briksdalsbreen is an arm of the great Jostedalsbreen Glacier which is located in Jostedalsbreen National Park. From 1200 meters this spectacular glacier plunges down into the beautiful Briksdalen Valley. Explore the Briksdalen Valley on foot or ride one of the 'Trollcars' up to the glacier. Then we travel on to the village of Loen for the night.
Day 5 : Cruising the fjords
Location:
Loen, Geirangerfjord, Molde
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Loen - Geiranger Fjord - Troll's Road - Molde. We travel on to Geiranger this morning where we board a sightseeing cruise on the Geiranger fjord - one of the most impressive and narrow fjords of Norway. The fjord is dominated by a huge vertical rock face with cascading waterfalls including the famous ' Seven Sisters' and the 'Veil of the Bride'.
After the cruise we continue our journey north, passing along the famous Eagle Road, an incredibly steep stretch of road up the mountainside from Geiranger towards Eidsdal. The road swings through 11 hairpin bends from Geiranger fjord up to the highest point 620m above sea level at Korsmyra, where eagles can often be spotted. After a short ferry crossing from Eidsdal to Linge we reach the Troll's Road, an exhilarating road with astonishing views and 11 hairpin bends that descend the mountain. Then another short ferry crossing takes us from Vestnes before arriving into Molde.
Day 6 : The Atlantic Road
Location:
Molde, Oppdal
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Molde - Atlantic Road - Oppdal. We enjoy a ride along the Atlantic Road today before continuing our journey south to Oppdal. Bridging land and sea this incredible winding road in the ocean connects island to island with a series of seven bridges. This true masterpiece of engineering was voted the 'work of art of the century' by the Norwegians and it's one of the world's most beautiful road trips.
Day 7 : Oslo
Location:
Oslo
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Oppdal - Oslo. Today we return to Oslo, stopping en route in Lillehammer - the host of the 1994 Winter Olympics. Here there's some free time to explore the Olympic City. We continue our journey, travelling along the shore of Lake Mjosa, Norway's largest lake. Arriving back into Oslo this afternoon we meet a local guide for a 3 hour sightseeing tour of the city. Highlights include the impressive Frogner Park with 212 sculptures made by Gustav Vigeland, the Arkershus fortress, City Hall and the magnificent Royal Palace.
Day 8 : Oslo
Location:
Oslo
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Arrangements end after breakfast and hotel check out today.
What's Included
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Accommodation
3 - 4 star
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7 buffet breakfasts
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7 nights in 3 star hotels
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Car hire for 8 days. Type A Vauxhall UP or similar. Picked up and returned at Oslo airport.
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Cruise on the Geiranger Fjord (1.5 hours)
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6 nights 4 star hotels, 1 night 2 star hotel
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Airport arrival taxi on day 1
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English speaking tour escort
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Guided sightseeing in Oslo and Bergen with a local guide
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Panoramic train ride on the Flamsbana train - Flam to Myrdal return
What's Not Included
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Items of a personal nature and additional meals
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International flights to/from our tour start/end points and visas
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Ferries: Manheller - Fodnes - 106NOK (price includes car and passengers) Hella - Dragsvik - 87NOK (price includes car and passengers) Eidsdal - Linge 73NOK (includes driver) and 30NOK per passenger
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Gratuity for your tour guide. Tipping your tour guide is an entirely personal gesture
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International flights and visas
Check out our Q&As
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
25
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4 star hotels
What is the maximum group size?
25
Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Airport arrival taxi on day 1
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Free Date Changes
On The Go Tours allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
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Low Deposit
On The Go Tours requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of on the go tours charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: 100% of deposit.
At 59 days before tour starts: 50% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: 100% of booking price.
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SAFE TOURING
Health and safety protocols have been reviewed in all destinations, and increased hygiene policies are being implemented locally in accordance with new national regulations and recommendations from the World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) Safe Travel Protocols for tour operators.
COVID-19 Vaccination requirements:
To travel with On The Go Tours all travellers over the age of 18 must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination, unless travelling to the following destinations: Croatia, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Greenland, Iceland, Lithuania, Norway, Poland and Turkey. We recognise any vaccine that has been authorised for use?in the country where the vaccine was administered.?This includes vaccines such as AstraZeneca, Pfizer-BioNtech, Sinopharm, Sinovac, Sputnik, Johnson & Johnson, Moderna, and?Covaxin.
In all cases, you?must be fully inoculated. This means you must receive the full dosage of the COVID-19 vaccine and allow a minimum of 14 days before travelling in order for immunity to take effect. ?Each COVID-19 vaccine has different dosages and time frames for inoculation, so please check the related medical advice associated with your vaccine. We will not accept?travellers?on trips?who have received only a partial dose (for example, one part of a two-dose vaccination) of?a?vaccine.
Children?under 18 years of age are not currently required to provide any COVID-related documentation to travel with On The Go Tours.
If you are unwilling or unable to be vaccinated for medical reasons, you may apply for an exemption. Exemptions will be assessed on an individual basis. To apply, you must provide supporting documentation from a medical professional. In addition, those who qualify for a medical exemption are still required to produce proof of a negative test in the form of written documentation (in English) conducted no more than 72 hours before day 1 of their trip, the details of which need to be emailed to info@onthegotours.com prior to the commencement of your trip.
Traveller health information will be kept securely and only retained in compliance with the retention schedules of privacy laws and regulations. Proof of COVID-19 immunisation must be provided to us no less than 4 weeks prior to travel. We accept COVID-19 digital certificates, vaccination record cards, or COVID passes. Alternatively, vaccination history can be uploaded by travellers directly via our traveller login. The information you will need to upload includes: Administering national authority or government, document No, name of Vaccine, date/s of vaccination.
Failure to provide proof of vaccination 4 weeks prior to travel could result in the cancellation of your booking with no recourse for refund or compensation. The pertinent documentation may also be checked at the welcome meeting on Day 1 of the Tour, and at various intervals during your stay. Our highest priority is the health and safety of our travellers, leaders, crew, suppliers, and local communities. We have a duty of care to ensure our travellers safety. By making the decision that travellers with an elevated risk of serious disease from COVID-19 must be fully vaccinated prior to travel with us, we are reducing the risk of harm to those travellers. In addition, as an ethical tour operator, we have a responsibility to ensure that we are not adding additional and avoidable strain to any country’s healthcare system.
Fjords, Charms & Traditions - 8 days
8 Days Starting and ending in Oslo
Visiting:
Oslo
,Flåm
,Bergen
,Sognefjord
,Briksdal glacier hike
,Loen
,Geirangerfjord
,Molde
,Oppdal
Tour operator:
Physical rating:
Low
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests
Trip Styles:
Activities:
Tour code:
1818/FCT
Group size:
2 - 25
Age range:
7 years
Tour operated in:
English
Interests:
Recommended For:
Private Available:
Request A Private Tour
From:
$1522 (USD)
Operator discount: $178
tourhub discount: $76
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