Overview
A highlight of this Norway tour is a breathtaking ride on the Flåm railway, one of the world’s most scenic train rides, which passes through 20 tunnels and climbs to an elevation of 2,833 feet (864 meters). Marvel at the hypnotic waterfalls cascading down the side of steep, snowcapped mountains, rivers winding...read more through deep gorges; farms on the side of steep slopes, and views of Sognefjord, Norway’s longest fjord.
Travel on the Hardanger National Tourist Road, carefully developed to take you through some of Norway’s most stunning scenery, and stop at Steinsdalsfossen waterfall, where you can walk behind the cascading falls without getting wet.
In addition to breathtaking scenery, Norway also offers you a country steeped in history. In the Middle Ages, Norwegians built churches out of wood. Only 28 of these stave churches now remain in Norway, and in Borgund, you’ll admire one of Norway’s best-preserved stave churches dating back to 1180. Stay two nights in Bergen, founded in 1070, where guided sightseeing features the main sights and a walking tour of Bryggen.
From the magnificent scenery to the vibrant cities—including Oslo—this tour through Norway will delight all of your senses.
A highlight of this Norway tour is a breathtaking ride on the Flåm railway, one of the world’s most scenic train rides, which passes through 20 tunnels and climbs to an elevation of 2,833 feet (864 meters). Marvel at the hypnotic waterfalls cascading down the side of steep, snowcapped mountains, rivers winding...read more through deep gorges; farms on the side of steep slopes, and views of Sognefjord, Norway’s longest fjord.
Travel on the Hardanger National Tourist Road, carefully developed to take you through some of Norway’s most stunning scenery, and stop at Steinsdalsfossen waterfall, where you can walk behind the cascading falls without getting wet.
In addition to breathtaking scenery, Norway also offers you a country steeped in history. In the Middle Ages, Norwegians built churches out of wood. Only 28 of these stave churches now remain in Norway, and in Borgund, you’ll admire one of Norway’s best-preserved stave churches dating back to 1180. Stay two nights in Bergen, founded in 1070, where guided sightseeing features the main sights and a walking tour of Bryggen.
From the magnificent scenery to the vibrant cities—including Oslo—this tour through Norway will delight all of your senses.
Itinerary
Welcome to Norway!
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
A Walk in the Park
OSLO: Guided sightseeing includes a walk through Frogner Park and a visit to City Hall. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT - ART & ARCHITECTURE: Frogner Park contains over 200 sculptures in granite, bronze, and wrought iron, along with fountains and bridges comprising the life's work of legendary sculptor Gustav Vigeland. Visit the stately Oslo City Hall, with its red-brick architecture, soaring towers, and 49 bells. Here, the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony takes place each year.
Portals to Heaven
BORGUND: Visit the stave church. (B/D) 196mi/ 315km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT - ART & ARCHITECTURE: The stavchurches are Norway's most important contribution to world architecture and Norway's oldest preserved timber buildings. One of the most famous and distinctive is Borgund's.-built around 1180-is dedicated to the Apostle Andrew. Some of the finest features are the lavishly carved portals and the roof carvings of dragons' heads.
Deep Blue Beauty
FLAM : Ride the spectacular Flam train (B/D) 127 mi / 205km
LOCAL FAVOURITE - PICTURE PERFECT: Get on board Norway's world-famous Flam train, a journey past deep ravines, cascading waterfalls, snow-capped peaks, and more on one of the world's steepest standard-gauge railway lines.
Roaring Waters & A Royal Retreat
STEINSDALSFOSSEN: Marvel at the spectacular waterfall. (B) 115mi/ 185km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT - NATURAL WONDERS: Visit the Favourite retreat of Emperor Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany at Steinsdalsfossen. It's believed the emperor frequently visited the beautiful setting and its falls each summer between 1889 and the start of World War I in 1914.
Coastal Charisma
BERGEN: Orientation drive includes Bryggen, the Hanseatic Wharf, the harbour, and the Fish Market. Farewell dinner (B/D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT - PICTURE PERFECT: Beautiful Bergen paints the shoreline with different hues of its wooden houses along the old wharf on Norway's southwestern coast. Often called the "Fjord Capital of Norway," Bergen will charm you with its quaint charisma and the breathtaking natural wonder between the seven mountains.
Safe travels until we meet again!
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Welcome to Norway!
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
A Walk in the Park
OSLO: Guided sightseeing includes a walk through Frogner Park and a visit to City Hall. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT - ART & ARCHITECTURE: Frogner Park contains over 200 sculptures in granite, bronze, and wrought iron, along with fountains and bridges comprising the life's work of legendary sculptor Gustav Vigeland. Visit the stately Oslo City Hall, with its red-brick architecture, soaring towers, and 49 bells. Here, the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony takes place each year.
Portals to Heaven
BORGUND: Visit the stave church. (B/D) 196mi/ 315km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT - ART & ARCHITECTURE: The stavchurches are Norway's most important contribution to world architecture and Norway's oldest preserved timber buildings. One of the most famous and distinctive is Borgund's.-built around 1180-is dedicated to the Apostle Andrew. Some of the finest features are the lavishly carved portals and the roof carvings of dragons' heads.
Deep Blue Beauty
FLAM : Ride the spectacular Flam train (B/D) 127 mi / 205km
LOCAL FAVOURITE - PICTURE PERFECT: Get on board Norway's world-famous Flam train, a journey past deep ravines, cascading waterfalls, snow-capped peaks, and more on one of the world's steepest standard-gauge railway lines.
Roaring Waters & A Royal Retreat
STEINSDALSFOSSEN: Marvel at the spectacular waterfall. (B) 115mi/ 185km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT - NATURAL WONDERS: Visit the Favourite retreat of Emperor Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany at Steinsdalsfossen. It's believed the emperor frequently visited the beautiful setting and its falls each summer between 1889 and the start of World War I in 1914.
Coastal Charisma
BERGEN: Orientation drive includes Bryggen, the Hanseatic Wharf, the harbour, and the Fish Market. Farewell dinner (B/D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT - PICTURE PERFECT: Beautiful Bergen paints the shoreline with different hues of its wooden houses along the old wharf on Norway's southwestern coast. Often called the "Fjord Capital of Norway," Bergen will charm you with its quaint charisma and the breathtaking natural wonder between the seven mountains.
Safe travels until we meet again!
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- 6 Breakfasts
- 4 Dinners
- Oslo Thon Opera (First-Class)
- Flam Fretheim (First-Class)
- Ulvik Brakanes (First-Class)
- Bergen Scandic Ornen (First-Class)
- Airport transfers at your arrival and departure destination are not included in the price of the tour.
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
- 6 Breakfasts
- 4 Dinners
- Oslo Thon Opera (First-Class)
- Flam Fretheim (First-Class)
- Ulvik Brakanes (First-Class)
- Bergen Scandic Ornen (First-Class)
- Airport transfers at your arrival and departure destination are not included in the price of the tour.
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
Don't waste your precious time qeuing up, skip the lines with special VIP access at the must-see sites. Read more
Travel with expert Tour Directors and Local Guides who share their vast knowledge of the destination. Read more
Globus has the recipe for a great holiday. Savour the flavours of Europe through its regional cuisine. Read more
Globus picks hotels picked on their centralised location, so you'll stay right in the heart of the destination. Read more
Globus' coaches offer one of the most comfortable, stress-free and eco-friendly ways to travel. Read more
Do as the locals do and enjoy unique experiences that you wouldn't find touring on your own. Read more
Don't waste your precious time qeuing up, skip the lines with special VIP access at the must-see sites. Read more
Travel with expert Tour Directors and Local Guides who share their vast knowledge of the destination. Read more
Globus has the recipe for a great holiday. Savour the flavours of Europe through its regional cuisine. Read more
Globus picks hotels picked on their centralised location, so you'll stay right in the heart of the destination. Read more
Globus' coaches offer one of the most comfortable, stress-free and eco-friendly ways to travel. Read more
Do as the locals do and enjoy unique experiences that you wouldn't find touring on your own. Read more
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