Winter Wonders of the Fjords FIT
Winter Wonders of the Fjords FIT
Winter Wonders of the Fjords FIT
7 Days Starting in Bergen and ending in Oslo
Visiting: Bergen, Flåm, Vossevangen, Myrdal, Oslo
Tour operator:
Tour code:
22462
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 16
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Experience the best of what Norway has to offer: fjords, waterfalls, coastal and city culture, the unique Viking History, a glacier, mountains, and idyllic islands are among what you will find. You will travel the region using railway, panoramic train route and ferries. Therefore, recommend you travel light and find your inner adventurer. You will have plenty of time to explore the region at your own pace.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival To Norway
Location: Bergen
Accommodation Name: Zander K Hotel
Welcome to The Kingdom of Norway – a country with the most beautiful fjords on Earth.
Arrival in Bergen and transfer to the hotel on your own. (Transfer by shuttle bus or by taxi can be booked in advance).
Rest of the day at leisure.
Day 2 : Bergen
Location: Bergen
Accommodation Name: Zander K Hotel
Breakfast in the hotel.
Enjoy the sightseeing of Bergen on your own. Pass through the most emblematic places such as the Hanseatic Bryggen, with the church of Mary, the Hakon fortress and the famous fish market. You can visit the Fløibanen Funicular, which will take you on the top of the Mountain Fløyen, for overall view of the city. In addition, we recommend you check out Rosenkrantz Tower, St Mary Church, Norwegian Fisheries Museum, Horda Museum and Fantoft Stave Church.You can also book a guided food and culture walk as optional activity.
Day 3 : Bergen – Flåm
Location: Flåm, Vossevangen
Accommodation Name: Fretheim hotel
Breakfast in the hotel.
Morning walk to the Bergen railway station, where you will embark a train towards Voss – a very popular sports hub in the country. In Voss, you will change to a shuttle bus that will take you to Gudvangen through snowy mountains and contrasted scenery. Upon arrival to Gudvangen, you will have some free time for lunch and if you wish, you can also visit the Viking Village – an open-air museum, where you can travel back in time to the Viking age. Continue your trip by shuttle bus to Flåm.
Day 4 : Rib Boat Safari On Sognefjord & Ægir Viking Dinner
Location: Flåm
Accommodation Name: Fretheim hotel
Breakfast in the hotel.
In the morning, you can choose to spend your time at leisure or participate on a snowshoe hike experience with a stop at the breathtaking Stegastein Viewpoint.. Later today, you will get closer to nature in Aurlandsfjorden and parts of the UNESCO listed Nærøyfjorden by an unforgettable RIB boat safari. The tour starts at 11:45 (meeting point is at Fjord Safari reception at 11:15) The length of this trip is 2,5 hours. The advantage of exploring the fjords through a RIB boat is that you will get the chance to get close to small villages and waterfalls along the way. You will hear tales and historical facts from the professional guide that accompanies you. You will receive necessary safety gear for a safe and comfortable experience on the fjords. The gear includes floatation suit, life vest, hat, gloves, and goggles.
In the evening, you will be served Ægir’s Viking Dinner, a 5-course beer and food plank that consists of salmon tartar, slow cooked deer, creamy tomato and coconut soup, braised shoulder of local lamb and dark chocolate cake. The plank is served with 5 unique Ægir-beers that compliments the differents dishes. (non-alcoholic options available on request) The dinner takes place in Ægir Brewpub.
Day 5 : Flåm To Oslo
Location: Myrdal, Oslo
Accommodation Name: Thon Hotel Opera
Breakfast in the hotel.
Morning departure to Myrdal by train. Myrdal station is a mountain railway station and junction, located about 13 km from the village Flåm. Board the famous Flåmsbana - one of the steepest trainlines in the world. The train journey runs through fantastic nature, past the Rallar road, steep mountains, breath-taking waterfalls and no less than 20 tunnels. It offers so many viewpoints that many feel like travelling multiple times between the mountain and the fjord. In Myrdal, change to Bergen Railway that will take you to the last stop of this journey - to Norwegian capital, Oslo.
Find your way to the hotel.
Day 6 : Oslo
Location: Oslo
Accommodation Name: Thon Hotel Opera
Breakfast in the hotel.
Discover the city of Oslo on your own OR you can choose to join to our optional Panorama tour for 3 hours by coach and with a certified local guide. The tour of the city includes the Holmenkollen Ski Jumpand a guided tour through Vigeland Sculpture Park.If you wish to explore the city on your own, we recommend you visiting Akershus Castle, Oslo City Hall, Fram Museum, Kon-Tiki Museum, Munch Museum, National History Museum, Nobel Peace Center and much more.
Day 7 : Departure
Location: Oslo
Breakfast in the hotel.
Enjoy some last-minute shopping for the Viking souvenirs. Transfer to the airport on your own.Transfers can be also booked in advance.
End of our services
See you soon in Scandinavia, Iceland & The Baltics
What's Included
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Bergen Railway train from Bergen to Voss
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6 overnights in the mentioned hotels or similar with breakfast
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Shuttle transfer from Voss to Gudvangen
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Shuttle transfer from Gudvangen to Flåm
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Panoramic train Flåmsbana from Flåm to Myrdal
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Bergen Railway train from Myrdal to Oslo
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Winter Fjord Safari on RIB boat
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Ægir Viking Dinner
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Sightseeing of Bergen
Includes sightseeing of Bergen, including Hanseatic Bryggen and Fløibanen Funicular.
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Visit to Viking Village in Gudvangen
Includes a visit to the Viking Village in Gudvangen.
What's Not Included
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Flights
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Airport transfers
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Drinks
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Lunches & Dinners (unless otherwise stated)
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Tips
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Luggage Handling
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Items of personal nature
Mode of Transport
Travel through Norway on the Bergen Railway, shuttle transfers, and the famous Flåmsbana train, offering scenic views of fjords, mountains, and waterfalls.
Accommodation
Enjoy comfortable stays at Zander K Hotel in Bergen, Fretheim Hotel in Flåm, and Thon Hotel Opera in Oslo, with breakfast included at each location.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes comfortable stays at Zander K Hotel in Bergen, Fretheim Hotel in Flåm, and Thon Hotel Opera in Oslo, with breakfast included at each location.
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What activities are included in the Winter Fjord Safari?
The Winter Fjord Safari includes a 2.5-hour RIB boat tour through Aurlandsfjorden and parts of the UNESCO listed Nærøyfjorden. You will get close to small villages and waterfalls, and hear tales and historical facts from a professional guide. Necessary safety gear such as a floatation suit, life vest, hat, gloves, and goggles are provided.
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What is included in the Ægir Viking Dinner?
The Ægir Viking Dinner is a 5-course meal with beer pairings. The menu includes salmon tartar, slow-cooked deer, creamy tomato and coconut soup, braised shoulder of local lamb, and dark chocolate cake. Non-alcoholic options are available upon request.
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What transportation is included in the tour?
The tour includes travel through Norway on the Bergen Railway, shuttle transfers, and the famous Flåmsbana train, offering scenic views of fjords, mountains, and waterfalls. Specific transfers include the Bergen Railway train from Bergen to Voss, shuttle transfers from Voss to Gudvangen and Gudvangen to Flåm, the Flåmsbana train from Flåm to Myrdal, and the Bergen Railway train from Myrdal to Oslo.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour?
No, airport transfers are not included in the tour. Transfers to and from the airport can be booked in advance if needed.
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What optional activities are available during the tour?
Optional activities include a guided food and culture walk in Bergen, a snowshoe hike with a stop at the Stegastein Viewpoint in Flåm, and a Panorama tour in Oslo that includes the Holmenkollen Ski Jump and a guided tour through Vigeland Sculpture Park.
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What meals are included in the tour?
Breakfast is included at each hotel during the tour. Additionally, the Ægir Viking Dinner, which is a 5-course meal with beer pairings, is included on one of the evenings in Flåm.
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What are some of the highlights of the tour?
Highlights of the tour include a panoramic train journey, the Ægir Viking Dinner, a fjord safari on a RIB boat, sightseeing in Bergen including Hanseatic Bryggen and the Fløibanen Funicular, a visit to the Viking Village in Gudvangen, a snowshoe hike with the Stegastein Viewpoint, the Flåmsbana train journey through steep mountains and waterfalls, and exploring Oslo with options like the Holmenkollen Ski Jump and Vigeland Sculpture Park.
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