Norway in a Nutshell Tour
1-3 days, Oslo/Bergen - Myrdal - Flåm Railway - Flåm - Gudvangen - Stalheim - Voss - Bergen/Oslo
Highlights: Bergen Railway - Flåm Railway – Naeroyfjord – Aurlandsfjord – Stalheimskleiva | "Norway in a Nutshell" is one of the most popular rail and cruise journeys in Norway. It takes you through some of the loveliest scenery in Fjord Norway. Experience the Bergen Railway line, a rail journey over the beautiful mountain plateau with views of the Hardangerjøkulen glacier. Continue on the breathtaking Flåm Railway line on a spectacular rail journey from the mountains at Myrdal down to the Flåm Valley and the fjord village of Flåm. Cruise the Aurlandsfjord, the narrow Naeroyfjord (now included on UNESCO's World Heritage List) and drive up the steep hairpin bends of Stalheimskleiva.
The Norway in a Nutshell excursion is available all year and can be completed in a day. We recommend an overnight stay in Flåm at the fabulous Fretheim Hotel!
In the winter months October - April the coach does not go up Stalheimskleiva for safety reasons.
Our recommendation: 1-3 days or more if you wish to spend more time in the fjord region.
Transportation: Local train/regional train - fjord boat - bus.
| Tour | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| Bergen-Bergen | $181 | $94 |
| Voss–Voss | $122 | $64 |
| Oslo–Voss–Bergen | $250 | $128 |
| Oslo-Voss-Oslo | $346 | $177 |
| Oslo-Voss-Bergen-Oslo | $396 | $201 |
Children between the ages of 4 and 15 years are half the adult fare. Children under 4 years travel for free.
| Departure | Daily, all year |
| Price | From $181 per person |
| Included | Train from Oslo to Myrdal, 2 hours Seat reservation Oslo - Myrdal Train from Myrdal to Flåm, 1 hour Boat from Flåm to Gudvangen, 2 hours Bus from Gudvangen to Voss, 1 hour Train from Voss to Bergen, 1 hour Train from Voss to Oslo, 5,5 hours Train from Bergen to Oslo, 6,5 hours |
| Not Included | Sleeper on night train Bergen - Oslo |
| Please Note | Optional direction of travel is permitted. Stopovers are permitted and strongly encouraged. A 1 to 3 day period is best to fully appreciate the tour. Reservations are compulsory on region trains of the Bergen Railway Line. Five itineraries to choose from which include 2nd class rail service, bus shuttle and boat excursion: |
| Tour Options | Oslo - Voss - Bergen Bergen - Voss - Oslo Bergen - Bergen Voss - Voss Oslo - Voss - Oslo Explore Norway in a Nutshell with Five Stars of Scandinavia! |
The Bergen Railway The Bergen Railway is an unique experience on Northern Europe's highest railway. One of the greatest challenges is the harsh and changeable weather. The line is exposed to deep low pressure centres from the west, which can mean strong winds and heavy snow for part of the year. To be able to keep the railway open demands great effort and technical knowledge. Today skilled workers, effective equipment, tunnels and snowtunnels make the Bergen Railway one of the safest and most comfortable way of travelling between Oslo and Bergen. This line was recognized to be one of the 20 best railway experiences in the world in 1999.
The Flåm Railway The journey on the Flåm Railway is regarded as one of the high points on the Norway in a Nutshell journey. The 20km-long train journey from the mountain station of Myrdal and down to Flåm deep in the fjord takes around 55 minutes. On the journey you have views of some of the most magnificent mountain scenery in Norway with an ever-changing panorama of tall mountains and thundering waterfalls. Along the Flåm Railway the train moves slowly or stops at the best views.
Splendid Norwegian Fjords - now on UNESCOs World Heritage List!
Down at the idyllic Flåm there is time to eat and to wander around little before continuing your journey by boat. The journey goes out from Aurlandsfjord and into the Naeroyfjord, the narrowest fjord in Europe. The Naeroyfjord is now included on UNESCOs famous World Heritage List. Surrounded by mighty mountains of up to 1,800 meters high, this branch of the Sognefjord is amazingly beautiful. On the journey you have views of the small traditional farms nestled on the shores of the fjord. If you are lucky you will catch sight of the goats which graze along the edge of the fjord or of the seals lying on rocks before the boat moors at Gudvangen.
Stalheimskleiva Now the coach journey continues up the steep and spectacular hairpin bends of Stalheimskleiva*. The road up to Stalheim Hotell has 13 steep turns. After enjoying the wonderful views of the Stalheimsfossen and Sivlefossen waterfalls, there is a short stop at the hotel to enjoy the views before the journey continues to Voss. From Voss you can continue your journey by train to Bergen or Oslo.
Availability The Norway in a Nutshell tour is available all year and can be completed in a day. We recommemend an overnight stay t the fabulous Fretheim Hotel in Flåam.
* In winter months October-April the coach does not go up Stalheimskleiva for reasons of safety.
Suggested Itineraries
One-way tour from Oslo to Bergen:
Train from Oslo 08:11R
To Myrdal 12:53
Train from Myrdal 13:00
To Flåm 13:50
Boat from Flåm 15:10
To Gudvangen 17:20
Bus from Gudvangen 17:25
To Voss 18:20
Train from Voss 19:20
To Bergen 20:34
R = seat reservation required
One-way tour from Bergen-Oslo:
Train from Bergen 08:40
To Voss 09:53
Bus from Voss 10:00
To Gudvangen 11:00
Train from Flåm 17:00
To Myrdal 17:40
Boat from Gudvangen 11:30
To Flåm 13:40
Train from Myrdal 17:52R
To Oslo 22:36
Round trips from Bergen
Bergen-Myrdal-Flåm-Gudvangen-Voss-Bergen
Train from Bergen 10:28R
To Myrdal 12:20
Train from Myrdal 13:00
To Flåm 13:50
Boat from Flåm 15:10
To Gudvangen 17:20
Bus from Gudvangen 17:25
To Voss 18:20
Train from Voss 19:20
To Bergen 20:34
Bergen-Voss-Gudvangen-Flåm-Myrdal-Bergen
Train from Bergen 08:40
To Voss 09:53
Bus from Voss 10:00
To Gudvangen 11:00
Boat from Gudvangen 11:30
To Flåm 13:40
Train from Flåm 14:50
To Myrdal 15:40
Train from Myrdal 15:56R
To Bergen 17:52