Norwegian Treasures 2010
9 days / 8 nights, Oslo - Kirkenes - Southbound Hurtigruten - North Cape - Tromsø - Lofoten - Svolvær - Stamsund - Bodø - Trondheim - Molde - Ålesund - Bergen - Sognefjord - Balestrand - Flåm Railway - Myrdal - Oslo | Embark on the southbound sailing of the "World's Most Beautiful Sea Voyage, the Norwegian Coastal Voyage", a unique combination of first-class passenger ship and working ship. Highlights of your southbound voyage include Honningsvåg, Hammerfest, Tromsø, the spectacular Lofoten Islands with the captivating Trollfjord, Svolvær, Stamsund, Bodø, Trondheim, Ålesund, before arriving in Bergen. Enjoy optional shore excursions to the North Cape, in Tromsø, Harstad, Svolvær and the 1000-year-old city of Trondheim with its beautiful cathedral, the Nidaros Dom. Bergen is the end of your Norway cruise.
After visiting Bergen we follow the famous Sognefjord in a Nutshell route, sailing through the mighty Sogne Fjord, longest and deepest fjord in the world. Enjoy the stay at the historic Kvikne's Hotel, dating back to 1850. Ride the famous Flåm Railway from Flåm to Myrdal, ascending through the Flåm Valley to Myrdal. Board the scenic Bergen Rail for a spectacular rail journey to Oslo, your final destination of our Treasures of Norway!
| Departure | Daily, May - September |
| Price | May 01 - June 06 & Aug 07 - Sept 20 Per person in double cabin $3,450 P2 $3,185 L2 $2,775 I2 Single $4,950 P2 $4,555 L2 $3,940 I2 June 07 - Aug 06 Per person in double cabin $3,760 P2 $3,350 L2 $2,950 I2 Single $6,130 P2 $5,410 L2 $4,710 I2 |
| Included | 5 nights Norwegian Coastal Voyage, southbound, Kirkenes - Bergen 3 nights first class first class hotels Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily Cabin category selection of your choice All meals on board the Coastal Steamer 1 x Buffet dinner at Kvikne's Hotel Sogne Fjord Cruise, Bergen - Balestrand Cruise, Balestrand - Flåm Flåm Railway, Myrdal - Flåm Train, Oslo - Myrdal 2nd class seat reservation |
| Not Included | Trans-Atlantic Airfare / Airport taxes SAS/Braathens flight Oslo - Kirkenes Transfer between airport/hotel/ ship/train or bus station Shore excursions Gratuities Personal insurance / personal items $25 Service fee |
| Tour Options | Additional nights in Oslo / Bergen / Balestrand Oslo / Bergen city sightseeing excursion DFDS Seaways, Oslo - Copenhagen |
Day 1 OSLO - KIRKENES - HURTIGRUTEN (L, D) Flight from Oslo to Kirkenes. (not included) Self-transfer to the pier. Today you embark on the "World's Most Beautiful Sea Voyage", sailing southbound from Kirkenes to Bergen. Cruise through the magnificent Lofoten Islands, the narrow Trollfjord, and call on ports such as Tromsø, Svolvær, Bodø, Trondheim, Molde and Ålesund before arriving in Bergen, capital of the fjords. Breakfast, lunch and dinner on board. Overnight in your comfortable cabin on board the Coastal Steamer.
Day 2 - 5 COASTAL STEAMER - NORTH CAPE - TROMSØ - LOFOTEN - BODØ - TRONDHEIM - ÅLESUND - BERGEN (B, L, D) During the next 4 days, experience the fascinating blend of the Coastal Steamer, a comfortable passenger- as well as working ship, still acting as the lifeline of Norway, delivering cargo and mail, as it sails along the rugged Norwegian coastline. Highlights of your southbound voyage are Honningsvåg, Hammerfest, Tromsø, Lofoten Islands, Svolvær, Bodø, Trondheim and Ålesund. Enjoy optional shore excursions to the North Cape, in Tromsø, Harstad, Svolvær and Trondheim.
Day 6 ARRIVAL BERGEN (B, L) Breakfast and lunch on board before your afternoon arrival in Bergen. Transfer on your own to the hotel and spend the afternoon at leisure. Overnight at the fabulous Clarion Admiral Hotel, centrally located on the waterfront.
Day 07 BERGEN - SOGNE FJORD CRUISE - BALESTRAND (B, D) After breakfast, transfer on your own to the nearby pier. Cruise through the mighty Sogne Fjord to Balestrand. Short walking transfer to the hotel. Afternoon at leisure. This evening enjoy the world-renowned buffet dinner at one of the most scenic first class resorts in Norway. Overnight at the historic Kvikne's Hotel, dating back to 1877.
Day 08 BALESTRAND - FLÅM RAILWAY - MYRDAL - OSLO (B) Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer on your own to the pier for your cruise to Flåm. Ride the famous Flåm Railway to Myrdal, where you connect with the scenic Bergenbanen to Oslo. Evening arrival in Oslo. Transfer on your own to the hotel.
Day 09 OSLO (B) Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before checking out. Your Norwegian Treasures program has come to an end.