Day 1 -
ARRIVE OSLO
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Transfer from Oslo Gardermoen Airport to your hotel. Dinner and accommodation at the Thon Opera, centrally located facing the Opera House and close to the Oslo Fjord and harbour. A Nordic tours escort will meet you in the hotel lobby.
Meals included:
Dinner
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Day 2 -
OSLO - ULVIK - Nordic tours begin
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After breakfast depart from Oslo, driving via Honefoss along the charming Halling Valley to the tourist resort town of Geilo. Buffet lunch at the Bardola Mountain Hotel. After lunch cross the wild Hardanger Mountain Plateau to Fossli, stopping to view the thundering Voringsfoss Waterfall with a vertical drop of 180m. the highest in Norway. Nordic tours descend the amazing Mabodal Canyon to the idyllic Hardanger Fjord. After a short ferry crossing, followed by a drive around the Ulvik Fjord, which is a branch of the Hardanger Fjord, you will arrive at the picturesque village of Ulvik on Nordic tours. Dinner and accommodation at the Rica Brakanas Hotel, ideally located on the banks of the fjord.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 3 -
ULVIK - BERGEN - Guided Nordic Tours
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After a buffet breakfast, start scenic Nordic tours along the beautiful Hardanger Fjord, famous for its many fruit orchards, via the towns of Oystese and Norheimsund, arriving in Bergen around midday. In the afternoon there is a 2 hour tour of Bergen, including a visit to the popular Fish and Flower Market, the famous Bryggen Harbour with its gabled pack houses, and the old Hanseatic Quarter. You will also ride on the funicular to Mt. Floien, for the best views of the city and fjords way below. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Hotel Norge, centrally located on Ole Bull's Square, close to the pedestrian shopping streets and within walking distance of the old Brygen harbour.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 4 -
BERGEN - FLAM - BALESTRAND
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Nordic tours continue after breakfast depart from Bergen and drive via Dale to the town of Voss. Descend the Naeroy Valley, passing the Stalheim Canyon, to the fjord side village of Flam. Board your train for an exhilarating ride on the amazing Flam Railway to Myrdal, a masterpiece of engineering ascending 2.838 feet in less than one hour. The descent from Myrdal to Flam offers opportunities for photo shots of some exciting waterfalls and mountain scenery. After a short rest in Flam, board the sightseeing boat for the start of an appox. 2 hour cruise along the narrow Aurlands and Naeroy Fjords. Both branches of the Sogn Fjord, the longest and deepest fjord in the world. From the sun deck or the comfortable lounge, you can enjoy the spectacular scenery of cascading waterfalls, sheer mountain cliffs, snow-clad peaks, and a variety of wildlife. After disembarking in Gudvangen at the head of the Naeroy Fjord, Nordic tours continue by coach across the Vika Mountains to Vangsnes, for the short ferry crossing to the beautiful resort of Balestrand. Dinner and accommodation at the Kvikne's Hotel, superbly located on the banks of the fjord and surrounded by mountains.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 5 -
BALESTRAND - A DAY IN THE FJORDS
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Day at leisure in Balestrand, giving you the opportunity to enjoy the outstanding beauty and nature of the fjords. Today, Nordic tours start with a traditional Norwegian buffet breakfast in the hotel's elegant dining room. You may want to spend the morning relaxing on the hotel terrace, breathing in the fresh mountain air and enjoying the spectacular views. We can also recommend a visit to the local aquarium and art gallery, or you may prefer to rent a bike or rowing boat from the hotel, or even go on foot up to the nearest mountains on Nordic tours. A walking tour of the village of Balestrand, with its historic buildings and other interesting sites can also be arranged. Dinner and accommodation at Kvikne's Hotel.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 6 -
BALESTRAND - GEIRANGER
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After breakfast on Nordic tours, depart from your hotel by ferry, from Dragsvik to Hella, followed by a scenic tour along the northern side of the Sogn Fjord to Sogonal. The tour continues by road to Fjaerland, passing under the Jostedal Glacier, the largest in Europe, to the village of Skei. Descend to the beautiful Nord Fjord, making a detour at Olden to visit the world-famous Briksdal Glacier. The journey up to the glacier will be made in open cars to give you the best views. Afterwards a typical Norwegian lunch will be served in sight of the glacier. During the afternoon Nordic tours continue via Loen and Stryn, to the picturesque village of Hellesylt. From here you go on board the ferry for the one hour's cruise along the spectacular Geiranger Fjord, possibly the most impressive of all the Norwegian Fjords. During the cruise you will pass by some magnificent waterfalls, such as the Bridal Veil and the Seven Sisters. Dinner and accommodation at the excellent Union Hotel, overlooking the Geiranger Fjord.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 7 -
GEIRANGER - OSLO
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From the top of the famous Serpentine Road, you have the opportunity to digest some amazing views of the fjord, before crossing the rugged Grotli Mountains to Lom, well known for its 14th century stave church. Nordic tours continue via Lake Vaga, before descending the magnificent Gudbrands Valley to the popular tourist town of Lillehammer. Stop for lunch in Lillehammer. After lunch Nordic tours continue alongside Lake Mjosa, Norway's largest lake, back to Oslo and Holmenkollen, home of the world-famous ski jump, offering unforgettable views of the city and Oslo fjord way below. Dinner and accommodation at the famous Holmenkollen Park Hotel.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 8 -
OSLO - STOCKHOLM
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After breakfast depart from Oslo, continuing by coach towards the Swedish border. Cross into the attractive province of Varmland to arrive in the city of Karlstad on Lake Vanern, the largest in Sweden. Lunch in Karlstad. After lunch Nordic tours continue through a landscape of forests and sparkling lakes to reach the Swedish capital in the late afternoon. Dinner and accommodation at the Shereton Stockholm Hotel, a really first class hotel, centrally located and overlooking the beautiful waterways of Stockholm.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 9 -
STOCKHOLM
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Today nordic tours start with a 4 hour guided tour of the city. Famous sights include the Royal Palace, Parliament Buildings, Cathedral, Royal Theatre, etc. You will also visit the enchanting Old Town (Gamla Stan) with its narrow cobbled streets and numerous antique shops. Highlight of the tour is a visit to City Hall with its impressive Blue and Golden Halls, where the Nobel Prize banquet is held each year. Afternoon free in Stockholm, with possibility to visit the famous Wasa Museum or take one of the popular canal tours. Accommodation at the Clarion Hotel Sign. Please note that dinner today is not included, whilst in Stockholm guests may prefer to eat out at a restaurant of their own choice. Your tour escort will gladly advise and make table reservations for you.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 10 -
STOCKHOLM - HELSINKI
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Morning free in Stockholm. Afternoon transfer from hotel to pier, for embarkation on a luxurious cruise ferry of the Silja Line. 17.00 hrs: departure of cruise from Stockholm, sailing slowly down the picturesque archipelago past numerous small islands. Dinner on board. Choice of entertainment, bars, shops and casino. Accommodation is in 2 berth outside cabins (seaside) with shower/WC. We recommend you bring an overnight bag for this cruise, to avoid having to bring suitcases to and from your cabin.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 11 -
HELSINKI
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Enjoy your buffet breakfast as you sail into Helsinki harbour. After disembarkation there is a 3 hour guided tour of Helsinki. Famous sights include the Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, Parliament House, Finlandia Hall, Sibelius Park & Monument, Underground Temple, and much more. During the afternoon on Nordic tours you can explore the busy market place or the many souvenir shops close to the harbour. Finnish crystal and leather goods are an excellent buy. Dinner and accommodation at the Radisson SAS Royal Hotel, another first class hotel centrally located.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 12 -
HELSINKI DEPARTURE
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Buffet breakfast at hotel, followed by transfer to Helsinki Vantaa Airport to connect with your homebound flight, and the end of escorted Nordic tours.
Meals included:
Breakfast
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