Nordic Paradise - Fjords & Railway Journey

Tour Itinerary

• Day 1 • UK - Oslo

  Ready to discover the spectacular landscapes and scenic fjords of Norway? Arrive at your departure airport to catch a flight to Oslo. Arrive in Oslo, the capital and largest city of Norway known for its great museums, stunning natural landscapes and cutting-edge coffee culture! Use your Flytoget train ticket to enter the Flytoget terminal at the airport and take the train to the city centre. From there, head to your hotel for check-in and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.

• Day 2 • Oslo - Valdres Valley - Geilo Region

  Breakfast at the hotel. Today, embark on a guided tour of Oslo, accompanied by a local guide and our tour leader, where you will stop by the city’s most emblematic sites, including Frogner Park and its Vigeland sculpture complex, City Hall, the Royal Palace and the modern Opera House. Later in the afternoon, drive through approximately 6h lush valleys en route to Geilo, known for its stunning ski resort during the winter, mountain trails and being the gateway to 2 national parks, before stopping to admire the exterior of the 13th century Reinli wooden church. You will then make your way to the hotel for check-in. Dinner and overnight stay in Geilo.

• Day 3 • Geilo Region - Borgund - Fjord Sognefjord - Bergen

  Breakfast at the hotel. Depart towards the Fjord Sognefjord, one of Bergen’s most impressive natural wonders, to gaze at the incredible scenery that surrounds it. En route, stop by the village of Flåm, located at the foot of the impressively narrow fjord. Here, you will be taking a tour on Norway’s famed Flåm Railway train ride for you to familiarize yourself with the beauty of this region. You will then have free time at leisure before sailing on the Nӕrøyfjord and the Aurlandsfjord in the afternoon. Finally, arrive in Bergen after 3h journey, check-in to your hotel and overnight stay in Bergen.

• Day 4 • Bergen - Stavanger

  Breakfast at the hotel. Today, we take a tour of Bergen with a local guide and our tour leader, passing through the Nordnes district, Holberg Port, the New Church, the Institute of Marine Research, or the Witch's Stone to learn about its fascinating history. We then explore the other side of the peninsula, visiting the Grieg Concert Hall and the Music Pavilion. On our way to Bryggen, we see the picturesque white wooden houses in the Sandviken district, the fortress, St. Mary’s Church, the Bryggen Museum, and conclude at the Hanseatic Wharf. In the afternoon, we travel along Norway’s southwest coast on an unforgettable journey by land and sea, immersing ourselves in Nordic landscapes and cutting-edge infrastructure. We then head to Halhjem and board a ferry to Sandvikvåg, crossing several islands. On our way to the hotel, we visit Føyno, where we traverse the famous Bømla Submarine Tunnel. We continue to Årsvågen to board another ferry to Mortavika and make a stop to see the "Sverd i fjell" monument, commemorating the Battle of Hafrsfjord. Arrival at the hotel and overnight stay in Stavanger.

• Day 5 • Stavanger - Lysefjord - Aseral

  Breakfast at the hotel. Take part in a fascinating guided tour, led by our tour leader, of the historic center of Stavanger where you will acquaint yourself with the city’s top tourist attractions including a stunning panoramic view of the harbor and the ‘Gamle Stavenger’ from the Valbergtårnet viewpoint. Optionally, you can choose to take part in a cruise along the Lysefjord before your next transfer. After the tour, you will transfer to Åseral, journey around 3h, known as a renowned ski destination and home to gorgeous natural scenery. Arrive at your hotel for check-in, enjoy dinner and overnight stay in Åseral.

• Day 6 • Aseral - Telemark Region - Oslo

  Breakfast at the hotel. Today, we travel east by bus to visit the famous Telemark Canal, a historic waterway in Norway and one of the most iconic in Europe, connecting Skien with Dalen through impressive locks and natural landscapes. Upon arriving in Ulefoss, we take a walking tour of the area, where you can opt to experience this remarkable site from a different perspective with our highly recommended cruise along the Telemark Canal. If not, you can enjoy views of the area from the bus as we continue to Skien. After lunch, we visit the exterior of Heddal Stave Church, one of the most impressive wooden churches in the country. We then return to Oslo for accommodation.

• Day 7 • Oslo - UK

  Breakfast at the hotel. Sadly, it’s time to bid farewell to the beautiful Nordic country of Norway. At the indicated time, transfer to Oslo airport for a flight back to the UK/Ireland.