Trafalgar - Best of Norway (05/2023 - 09/2023) (SBONZN18)

9 Days From Oslo to Oslo
Tour Style: Regional Explorer
Trafalgar Brochure Price from $2,722.00
Brochures: Europe & Britain 2023 v2, Europe & Britain 2024 v1
Visits: Norway

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Relax into the simplicity of life along the king and queen of the fjords. Soak up the cosmopolitan vibe of the Norwegian capital, the Hanseatic heritage of Bergen, then keep a lookout for mythical trolls in some of the most spectacular scenery on earth, including views of continental Europe's largest glacier. Throw in plenty of viking tales and a visit to a winter Olympics hub to round off this epic Norway trip.
Choice Highlights

Must-see Highlights

• : Explore Oslo with a Local Specialist
• : Discover Bergen
• : Visit Hardangerfjord, Geirangerfjord, the Stave Church in Lom and Vigeland Sculpture Park in Oslo
• : View Voringfoss, Steinsdalsfoss, Haakon's Hall in Bergen, Akershus, the Opera and Royal Palace in Oslo
• : See Sognefjord, Boyabreen Glacier and Hamar Olympic ice arena

Trafalgar Difference

• Oslo: Founder Morten Mørch visited many hotels around the globe for inspiration to create the unique Clarion Collection Bastion that has boutique style and elegance.
• Sognefjord: Step into nature at Sognefjord Hotel, located on a peninsula stretching out into the magnificent Sognefjord, and soak up the breath-taking lake water views.
• Geiranger: Stay right at the edge of Geirangerfjord at the Havila Geiranger hotel, the spectacular jewel in the crown of the Norwegian fjords and one of the most beautifully located hotels in the world.

Iconic Experience

• Geilo: Take in Geilo's stunning natural surroundings from the foot its popular ski resort.
• Eidfjord Municipality: Marvel at the breathtaking beauty of the Voringfoss waterfall.
• Bergen: Explore this Wooden City led by your Travel Director and hear about the seafaring traditions of this beautiful harbourside town.
• Voss Municipality: After a brief introduction to Norway's adventure capital, enjoy time at leisure to stroll through the quaint streets and admire the town's picturesque setting.
• Geiranger: Fjords, lakes and forests create a picturesque setting for your travels to Geiranger.
• Lillehammer: Travel through the legendary Gudbrandsdalen and admire the dramatic geography of the valley.
• Oslo: With your Local Specialist, see Akershus Castle, Oslo Harbour and the Royal Palace.

Be My Guest

• Bergen: Enjoy a Be My Guest dinner with the fifth-generation Øvre-Eide family on their livestock farm in Norway, which has been a working farm since the 1500s.

Dive Into Culture

• Lom: In Lom you'll have an opportunity to visit Lomskyrkja, one of the biggest and most beautiful stave churches in Norway, dating back to the 12th century.

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Trafalgar Tour Itinerary

Day 1	Welcome to Oslo Stays With Stories
	Prepare for a spellbinding encounter with nature – an untamed landscape of fjords, lakes and dense forests that begins in the understated capital of Oslo, set within beautiful natural surrounds. On arrival, transfer to your Stays With Stories accommodation, the Clarion Collection Bastion, a boutique hotel with a unique personality, steps from some of Oslo's main sights. Spend the day exploring the city's interesting architecture and exquisite open spaces, before joining your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception to kick-start your journey.
	Visits: Oslo
	Meals: Welcome Reception
	Accommodation: Clarion Collection Bastion
Day 2	Journey to Scenic Geilo and Hardangerfjord
	We journey along the shores of the Tyrifjord to the ski resort of Geilo with its scenic location at the foot of Hallingskarvet, before continuing across the Hardanger Plateau to Voringfoss, a cascade of water that plunges impressively into the Måbødalen Canyon below. We continue to Hardangerfjord – its title as the 'Queen of the Fjords' is well deserved and you'll have an opportunity to admire its deep blue waters as you travel along part of its shoreline to your hotel in Norheimsund where you will dine tonight.
	Visits: Oslo, Geilo, Hardangerfjord
	Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
	Accommodation: Thon Sandven
Day 3	Onwards to Beautiful Bergen Connect with Locals
	A scenic drive along lakes and fjords will bring us to the 'Capital of Fjords', Bergen. We’ll learn about the city's Hanseatic heritage, enjoying an orientation tour past the 13th-century Haakon's Hall and bustling fish market. Enjoy some free time to explore this colourful city. This evening, Connect With Locals as the Øvre-Eide family welcome us on their farm for dinner and a very special Be My Guest experience.
	Visits: Hardangerfjord, Bergen
	Meals: Breakfast, Be My Guest
	Accommodation: Thon Orion
Day 4	Off to Voss and Stunning Sognefjord Stays With Stories
	Delving straight back into Norway's inspiring natural landscapes, we continue to the 'King of Fjords', travelling via Voss, the country’s adventure capital. There’s some free time to embark on an Optional Experience on the Flåm Railway, one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world. Tonight, we overnight at one of Trafalgar's Stays With Stories - Sognefjord Hotel located on a peninsula stretching out into the Sognefjord. Step straight from your hotel into the breath-taking fjord and mountain surroundings.
	Visits: Bergen, Sognefjord, Voss Municipality
	Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
	Accommodation: Sognefjord
Day 5	Continue to Geirangerfjord Stays With Stories
	Journey from Sognefjord, Norway’s longest and deepest fjord, to Geiranger. See the impressive Bøyabreen glacier, part of Jostedalsbreen, continental Europe's largest glacier. Your day is filled with pinch-me moments as you skirt past three different fjords. Tonight, we stay on the shores of the fjord at one of Trafalgar's Stay With Stories - Hotel Havila Geiranger.
	Visits: Sognefjord, Geiranger
	Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
	Accommodation: Havila
Day 6	A Day at the Breathtaking Geirangerfjord
	Learn about wildlife conservation from a Fjord Ranger on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. The Geirangerfjord takes centre stage today, you’ll get to explore it your way today. You could choose to take a scenic cruise past its tumbling waterfalls and snow-capped peaks. Perhaps take the short drive to Flydalsjuvet viewpoint for a breathtaking panoramic view of the fjord below. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon soaking up your epic surrounds, or consider joining an Optional Experience to drive Norway’s most famous road, the Trollstigen, with its eleven hairpin bends.
	Visits: Geiranger
	Meals: Breakfast
	Accommodation: Havila
Day 7	Venture to Historic Lom and Lillehammer Dive Into Culture
	We enjoy a scenic drive to Lom, the gateway to the Jotunheimen Mountains. Here, we will Dive Into Culture and visit a 12th-century stave church, adorned with runic inscriptions, paintings and carved dragon figures that are said to protect it against evil. We continue through the Gudbrandsdal Valley before arriving in Lillehammer, the proud host of the 1994 Winter Olympics.
	Visits: Geiranger, Lom, Lillehammer
	Meals: Breakfast
	Accommodation: Scandic
Day 8	Return to Oslo
	We return to Oslo where we spend the day exploring several of the city's highlights with a Local Specialist, including views of the medieval fortress of Akershus, overlooking Oslo's beautiful harbour, the Opera and the 19th-century Royal Palace. We finish our tour with a visit to the fascinating Vigeland Sculpture Park, proudly displaying the life's work of Gustav Vigeland. After a magnificent encounter with Norway’s epic natural landscapes, we enjoy our last evening together at a Farewell Dinner, toasting to a memorable trip.
	Visits: Lillehammer, Oslo
	Meals: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner
	Accommodation: Scandic
Day 9	Farewell Norway
	Our journey through the fjords, falls and forests of Norway has come to an end. We bid our newfound friends a fond farewell and prepare to return home. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafalgar.com/freetransfers.
	Visits: Oslo
	Meals: Breakfast

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Available Room Types: Single, Triple, Twin, Twinshare
Child: ages 5 to 17