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Norways Dramatic Fjords
10 Days starting from $2,349

Countries Visited:
Norway

 

Length: 10 Days
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Operator: Collette
Tour Code: 3435
   
 
 
About This Tour


Norway's deep fjords harbor some of the world's most spectacular scenery. Spend two nights in an elegant, century-old hotel overlooking the dramatic, Geirangerfjord, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site because of its outstanding beauty and haven for wildlife. Marvel at the thousand-year-old Viking ships in Oslo. Stroll along the picturesque harbor front in the 11th century city of Bergen. Ride the Flam Railway past mighty waterfalls, towering mountains, and breathtaking valleys.

 
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Enjoy the services of a professional tour manager who accompanies you throughout your trip.

Meals
8 Breakfast(s), 6 Dinner(s)

Hotel Accommodations:
Listed below or equivalent. Rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, porterage, tips, and service charges

OSLO Bristol Hotel
BERGEN First Hotel Marin
STALHEIM Stalheim Hotel
GEIRANGER Union Hotel
LILLEHAMMER First Hotel Breiseth
On some dates alternate hotels may be used. Add a pre night stay in Oslo. Prices start at $120.00 per person.

Complimentary hotel-to-hotel baggage handling.
Sightseeing
Private transportation via a deluxe, climate-controlled motorcoach
Day 1
Overnight Flight


Day 2
Oslo, Norway - Tour Begins
Your tour begins today in Oslo. Oslo is filled with beautiful green parks, interesting architecture and inlet islands. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner with your fellow travelers.

Day 3
Oslo
A guided tour of Oslo features the Viking Ship Museum’s thousand-year-old Viking ships. Continue along Karl Johan Street and view the Royal Palace and City Hall in quaint downtown Oslo. Next, visit the Vigeland Park, home to a unique collection of statues and sculptures. Later this afternoon enjoy leisure time to relax or explore independently.

Day 4
Oslo - Bergen
Behold the picturesque landscape as you travel west to Bergen, the "Gateway to the Fjords". Bergen was founded in 1070 and is known today for its old-world charm and scenic landscape.

Day 5
Bergen
Today you may independently explore this beautiful town. Spend time walking along the harborfront, known as the Bryggen, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Bergen is widely known for the thriving activity from the German Hanseatic merchants that dominated it for 400 years, and their influence is still felt in the city today. You may choose an optional tour to Troldhaugen, which was the home of Norway’s most famous composer, Edvard Grieg.

Day 6
Bergen - "Norway in a Nutshell" - Stalheim
This morning you journey along the renowned Flam Railway, witnessing some of the world’s most scenic wilderness as you descend 3,000 feet - passing mighty waterfalls, towering mountains and amazing valleys. Next, embark on a memorable two-hour fjord cruise on the Næroy Fjord, one of the most narrow and spectacular branch of the Sognefjord. Cap off this amazing day in beautiful Stalheim.

Day 7
Stalheim - Geiranger
Spend the day enchanted by the dramatic landscape of the fjord region of Norway. Journey north and cross the mighty Sognefjord, the largest and deepest of Norway''s fjords. Later, traverse the Geirangerfjord, one of Norway''s most majestic fjords. Spend two nights at the historic Union Hotel, located on the Geirangerfjord, which has captivated travelers with its magnificent views for more than a century.

Day 8
Geiranger
Today is a day at leisure to relax and enjoy the picturesque scenery this region is so famous for. You may choose to enjoy an optional tour along the "Trollstigen," the "trolls causeway," one of Norway''s exceptionally scenic passageways through the mountains.

Day 9
Geiranger - Lillehammer
Today’s drive leaves behind the dramatic fjord lands and takes you through Norway’s Gudbrandsdal Valley to Lillehammer. During a panoramic tour, view the 1994 Winter Olympic site and picturesque Lake Mjosa, the county’s largest lake. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner.

Day 10
Lillehammer - Tour Ends
Your tour ends in Lillehammer.


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A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link.

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TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.
         
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Know Before You Go...

Return flights should not be booked prior to 10:00 a.m.
Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis.
In the event the Geiranger ferry is not operating, an alternate route will be taken to the hotel.

Passport & Visa Information
Certain countries require a minimum of 6 months passport validity. You are strongly urged to contact the appropriate consulate for details. Visit www.travel.state.gov for the U.S. State Department for the latest details about passports and visa requirements.

IMPORTANT: We recommend that our clients traveling abroad take a photocopy of their passport and applicable visas. It should be packed separately from your actual passport and visa. We also recommend leaving a copy at home with your emergency contact.

Time Zone
Norway is 6 hours ahead of EST.
Electricity
An adaptor (which changes the physical plug) and/or converter (which changes the electric current) are necessary if you plan to use an appliance with voltage different from the standard within the country you are visiting. Please note, if your appliance has dual voltage you may still need an adaptor for the plug. Voltage for Europe is 220.
Elevation
Elevation on this tour will not exceed 3,000 feet.

  • Journey along the renowned Flam Railway, witnessing some of the world’s most scenic wilderness.
  • Spend two nights on the Geirangerfjord viewing the dramatic scenery.
  • Visit Oslo’s Viking Ship Museum and view thousand-year-old Viking ships.

    • Know Before You Go...

    Return flights should not be booked prior to 10:00 a.m.
    Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis.
    In the event the Geiranger ferry is not operating, an alternate route will be taken to the hotel.

    Passport & Visa Information
    Certain countries require a minimum of 6 months passport validity. You are strongly urged to contact the appropriate consulate for details. Visit www.travel.state.gov for the U.S. State Department for the latest details about passports and visa requirements.

    IMPORTANT: We recommend that our clients traveling abroad take a photocopy of their passport and applicable visas. It should be packed separately from your actual passport and visa. We also recommend leaving a copy at home with your emergency contact.

    Time Zone
    Norway is 6 hours ahead of EST.
    Electricity
    An adaptor (which changes the physical plug) and/or converter (which changes the electric current) are necessary if you plan to use an appliance with voltage different from the standard within the country you are visiting. Please note, if your appliance has dual voltage you may still need an adaptor for the plug. Voltage for Europe is 220.
    Elevation
    Elevation on this tour will not exceed 3,000 feet.
       
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