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Sognefjord in a Nutshell®

  • Day 1 - Discover Oslo, the greenest city in Europe
  • Day 2 - Travel from Oslo via Flåm to Balestrand
  • Day 3 - Enjoy the amazing views as you depart Balestrand to Bergen
  • Day 4 - Depart Bergen

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Journey beginning at Oslo, Norway and ending at Bergen, Norway

Available: 2024-06-01 to 2024-09-30 starting from $1447 AUD

Overview

The Sognefjord, Norway’s longest and deepest fjord, extends more than 200km inland to the foot of Jotunheimen mountains. The area is said to be one of the most beautiful travel destinations in the world. The tour combines a beautiful boat journey on the Sognefjord, with an impressive train journey on the Flåm Railway.

The trip by express boat offers views of majestic mountains along the Aurlandsfjord where you can see small Norwegian farms on the mountainsides. On the way out to the fjord the boat stops at the beautiful village of Balestrand. Enjoy the amazing coastal landscape and small islands before arriving in Bergen.

Independent and easily modified to suit your needs.sognefjord

Day 1 – Discover Oslo, the greenest city in Europe

Arrive Oslo and transfer into the city via the airport train. Oslo is a nature centric city, with greenery and wooded areas never far away. Besides enjoying these spaces, it is recommended to take the ferry down to the island Bygdøy to see the many museums there and stroll through Vigelandsparken, the largest single artist sculpture garden in the world.

Discover the new area of Bjorvika with the new Opera House and Munch Museum and then explore the charming shopping streets, cosy cafés and exciting eateries of Grünerløkka. After going shopping at numerous design boutiques, vintage shops and flea markets, head to the Mathallenfood hall for local specialties.

Day 2 – Travel from Oslo via Flåm to Balestrand

Catch an early morning train from Oslo to Myrdal, and continue by the Flåm Railway to Flåm, and express boat to Balestrand. Check into Kvikne´s Hotel in a historic room with fjord views.

Explore the village of Balestrand, or just laze around the this beautiful historic hotel. Hiking up in the mountains is also possible or you can visit the museums, aquariums and churches of Balestrand.

Dinner is a Scandinavian buffet style in a large room with glorious fjord views from many tables. Be sure to have a wander after dinner to enjoy this incredible historic hotel and its reflections on the water at night.

Day 3 – Enjoy the amazing views as you depart Balestrand to Bergen

Take the morning or afternoon express boat out of the Sognefjord and south towards Bergen. With 5 – 6 hours on the water, you have plenty of time to soak in the atmosphere and the fresh air. There is a cafe on board with simple options. You can sit out on the deck on the upper floor with room to move. The boat moves pretty quickly and there are several stops along the way.

Precipitous mountains, thunderous waterfalls and small homesteads that cling to the mountain sides are the framework of this boat tour.

Arrive into Bergen and check into your fjord side hotel.

Day 4 – Depart Bergen

Before departing, head out for some sightseeing in Bergen. A hike or Fløibanen Funicular journey up to the top of Mount Fløyen is a must for first-time visitors to the city. There is great shopping in the old Hanseatic wharf Bryggen, as well as numerous fascinating museums and historic sights.

Independent transfer to airport.

Inclusions:

  • Accommodation in shared double/twin room, single supplement available
  • Breakfast and dinner at Kvikne´s Hotel
  • Sognefjord in a Nutshell® train/express boat ticket from Oslo to Bergen or vice versa
  • 24-hour emergency service
  • Taxes and service fees

Exclusions:

International flights, lunches and dinners not detailed in the program and items of personal nature.

Enquiries

To find out more or to book this incredible tour, contact Globetrotter Lifestyle today!

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