Fjord Majesty Nutshell & Sogne Fjord 2010
5 days / 4 nights, Oslo - Flåm Railway - Sogne Fjord Cruise - Balestrand - Fjærland - Briksdal Glacier - Bergen | Departure from Oslo on the scenic Bergenbanen, through the Hallingdal Valley, across snow-capped mountains of the Hardangervidda, via Geilo to Myrdal. Ride the famous Flåm Railway, passing wild and breathtaking scenery as you descend into the Flåm Valley. Continue with a spectacular cruise through the mighty Sogne Fjord to Balestrand, and overnight at first class and historic hotels. Enjoy the cruise through the entire Sogne Fjord, longest and deepest fjord in the world, passing mountain cliffs, waterfalls, and tiny fjord villages nestled along the shores. Reach the western coast of Norway and continue the voyage through the archipelago to the Hanseatic city of Bergen. A beautiful excursion by rail and sea, combining a spectacular train ride with an equally pleasurable cruise on the "King of the Fjords".
| Departure | Daily May 1st - September 30th, 2010 |
| Price | $1,175 per person in double room $1,425 single room $1,285 extra bed in double room, adult $35 per person Fjord view upgrade, Kvikne's Hotel $ 70 per person Fjord view upgrade, historical building, Kvikne's Hotel |
| Included | 4 nights first class hotel accommodations Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily 2 x Buffet dinner, Kvikne's Hotel Train, Oslo - Myrdal Seat reservation in 2nd class (not available in 1st class) Flam Railway, Myrdal - Flam Sogne Fjord cruise, Flåm - Balestrand Sogne Fjord Cruise, Balestrand - Bergen Taxes & services |
| Not Included | Airfare and airport taxes and customs fees Transfers Return train to Oslo Gratuities Personal insurance / personal items Alcoholic beverages $25 Service fee |
| Please Note | The services are based on public transportation and are on an individual basis. No tour leader is provided. |
| Tour Options | Additional nights in Bergen and/or Oslo Return train, Bergen - Oslo Fjord Line, Bergen - Hirtshals |
Day 1 OSLO
Arrive Oslo. Transfer on your own to the hotel. Time to explore the many sights, museums and highlights of Norway's capital city. Overnight at your hotel.
Thon Hotel Bristol
Day 2 OSLO - FLÅM RAILWAY - BALESTRAND (B, D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Early morning departure on the scenic Bergenbanen to Myrdal. Continue on the world famous Flåm Railway to Flåm, one of the most spectacular train journeys in the world. Short walk to the pier for a spectacular cruise on the Sogne Fjord from Flåm to the fjord village of Balestrand. Dinner and overnight at one of the most scenic resorts in Norway, the historic Kvikne's Hotel, dating back to 1850.
Kvikne's Hotel****
Day 3 BALESTRAND - FJÆRLAND (B, D)
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day at your leisure. This evening enjoy the world famous buffet dinner and overnight.
Kvikne's Hotel****
Day 4 BALESTRAND - SOGNE FJORD CRUISE - BERGEN (B)
After breakfast, depart for an unforgettable 4-hour cruise on the mighty Sogne Fjord. Sail from Balestrand through the longest and deepest fjord in the world, out to the open sea, along the rugged coast of western Norway and through the archipelago surrounding the fjord capital of Bergen. Upon arrival in Bergen, transfer on your own to the hotel. Afternoon at leisure to explore the many sights and museums.
Clarion Admiral Hotel
Day 5 BERGEN (B)
Enjoy breakfast before checking out.