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The Fjords of Norway Tour

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PRIVATE/GROUP TOUR - 11 DAY SAMPLE ITINERARY

FROM £$ 9580

Private/Group Tour Highlights

  • Learn of the days of Vikings with a visit to the Oslo Viking Ship Museum with its impressive finds from Viking burials.
  • Take in amazing views of the region's majestic waterfalls with a scenic train ride to Myrdal.
  • Enjoy a scenic picnic while biking to the small village of Flam, surrounded by steep mountains, thundering waterfalls and narrow valleys.
  • Experience the Aurlandsfjord and the whole UNESCO listed Naeroyfjord with a Heritage Fjord safari by RIB-boat.
  • Pass cliffs that are up to 800 meters high, and take in the magnificent views while sailing Norway's westernmost viewpoint.
  • Cruise on the Sognefjord, Norway's longest and deepest fjord that is said to be one of the most beautiful travel destinations in the world.
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Tour Overview

The word Fjord is an ancient Viking term used to describe the stunning landscape of high cliffs that have been carved into much of Scandinavia over thousands of years thanks to several ice ages. Today, these stunning inlets attract travelers from around the globe to experience their sheer wonder. With The Fjords of Norway Tour, travelers will experience some of the world’s most beautiful landscapes with the 11-day journey from Oslo to Trondheim in the north.

Beginning in the Norwegian capital, the tour takes travelers to all the must-see sites of Oslo, including the Viking Ship Museum, which houses impressive finds from Viking burials. Following Oslo, the Fjord journey begins with a scenic train ride to Myrdal, a remote mountain station where visitors will pick up their bikes for a cycling ride into the village of Flam. On the way, the ride offers amazing views of majestic waterfalls with a delightful picnic lunch.

Once in Flam, no time is wasted and visitors are whisked away on a Fjord Safari to take in nature’s beauty that surrounds the small village. From Flam, travelers will then cruise through Norway’s longest and deepest fjord to reach Bergen City, where houses cling to the mountainsides and narrow streets packed with cozy cafes and shops. From Bergan, the journey continues to the north aboard the Hurtigruten Cruise ship. Sailing past towering cliffsides and making stops along the way to appreciate the region’s beauty, visitors will then arrive at their final destination, where their private guides will meet them for an in-depth sightseeing tour of Trondheim.

Inclusions
Price includes domestic and regional flights within the itinerary; all hotel accommodations including daily continental or buffet breakfast and daily city tax; all transfers between airports and hotels with assistance and baggage handling; guided tours in English including entrance fees.
Exclusions

International airfare (unless specifically included), airport departure taxes that must be paid on-site, gratuities, meals not mentioned, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages with meals, early / late check-out, room service, visa fees/services and other personal items or services not mentioned.

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Package Price: From £$ 9580

Prices shown above are per person. Hotel categories do not adhere strictly to international ratings; Yampu has evaluated the hotels according to destination and availability. Prices include local airfare (where applicable), hotel accommodation including daily breakfast; all transfers with baggage handling, all guided tours in English and all entrance fees.

Please note that prices are subject to change based on availability and seasonality, especially during the holiday season from December 20th through January 5th each year. Please contact a Yampu Travel Specialist for more information on best times to travel.

Trip Type:

All our trips are operated on a private basis unless specified otherwise. This is only a sample itinerary; your Yampu Tour Consultant will personalize this trip for you according to your available dates, interests and type of hotels. This is your trip and we will work on making it perfect!

Tour Itinerary

Day
1

Overnight Flight to Norway

Overnight international flight to the capital of Norway, Oslo.

Overnight international flight to the capital of Norway, Oslo.

Day
2

Welcome to Oslo!

Upon arrival to Oslo, you will be met at the airport and privately transferred to your hotel.

Oslo, the capital of Norway, sits on the country's southern coast at the head of the Oslofjord. Oslo is famous for its Viking and nautical history, museums, and impeccable seafood. It's an eco-conscious harbor city with 693,494 inhabitants, and is known by locals as "The Tiger City". Oslo is also known for its eclectic architecture and for being the home of the Nobel Peace Prize.

Upon arrival to Oslo, you will be met at the airport and privately transferred to your hotel.

Oslo, the capital of Norway, sits on the country's southern coast at the head of the Oslofjord. Oslo is famous for its Viking and nautical history, museums, and impeccable seafood. It's an eco-conscious harbor city with 693,494 inhabitants, and is known by locals as "The Tiger City". Oslo is also known for its eclectic architecture and for being the home of the Nobel Peace Prize.

Day
3

Private Oslo Viking Ship Museum Tour

The Viking Ships museum houses the three Viking Ships from Oseberg, Gokstad and Tune. The museum also houses impressive finds from these and other Viking burials which include small boats, elaborately carved sledges and wagons, textiles, harnesses, tools and kitchen utensils.

The Viking Ships museum houses the three Viking Ships from Oseberg, Gokstad and Tune. The museum also houses impressive finds from these and other Viking burials which include small boats, elaborately carved sledges and wagons, textiles, harnesses, tools and kitchen utensils.

Day
4

Scenic train ride to Myrdal with Biking to Flam

This morning, enjoy a scenic train ride to Myrdal.

On the train ride between Oslo and Myrdal, we come across Finse, the highest station on the line. Once over the top and heading downhill the climate changes astonishingly. Myrdal is clearly on the maritime coast of Norway, milder and damper than what's come before.

Once in Myrdal, you will pick up your bike at the train station for a private bike tour to Flam.

This ride offers amazing views of the following majestic waterfalls: Kjosfossen, Kardalsfossen, Rjoandefossen and Brekkefossen.

Your bike ride will also include a packed lunch to enjoy during the ride to Flam so you can stop and have a nice picnic. You will then collect your luggage at the Flam station where you will also deliver the bikes. The tour is without guiding. There is only one way down.

Arrive at Flam and walk to your nearby hotel.

Note: Train ticket is included. Passengers must pick up the train tickets at the train station, using the reservation code given.
This is a safe and secure transportation of the luggage of customers using the train between Oslo and Bergen. Your luggage will be picked up from the hotel reception between 6:30 and 9:00 am. and will be delivered at 9:00 pm (at the latest) at the destination hotel, the same afternoon. You can leave the luggage at the reception the night before. If you arrive at your destination hotel one or two days later, we or the hotel, will store your luggage for free until you arrive.
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5

Group Heritage Fjord Safari

Today, you will join a soft adventure by RIB-boat and experience the Aurlandsfjord and the whole UNESCO listed Naeroyfjord in only 2hours 15 minutes. We will provide you with floatation suit, life vest, hat, gloves, and goggles.

Today, you will join a soft adventure by RIB-boat and experience the Aurlandsfjord and the whole UNESCO listed Naeroyfjord in only 2hours 15 minutes. We will provide you with floatation suit, life vest, hat, gloves, and goggles.

Day
6

Flam to Bergen Ferry Crossing

This morning you will walk the short distance to the ferry from your hotel for a 5-hour cruise on the Sognefjord, Norway's longest and deepest fjord. The Fjord extends more than 200 km inland to the foot of the Jotunheimen mountains. This area is said to be one of the most beautiful travel destinations in the world.

This morning you will walk the short distance to the ferry from your hotel for a 5-hour cruise on the Sognefjord, Norway's longest and deepest fjord. The Fjord extends more than 200 km inland to the foot of the Jotunheimen mountains. This area is said to be one of the most beautiful travel destinations in the world.

Day
7

Private Bergen City Sightseeing Tour

A guided tour of the city, including a visit to the famous Fish and Flower Market, the old Bryggen Harbor with its gabled pack houses, the popular Hanseatic Quarter and the ancient Maria Church.

Bergen was founded in 1070 A.D. During the 12th and 13th centuries, when the Kingdom of Norway was at the peak of its power, Bergen was the capital of Norway. The Norwegian kings resided here, and many historical events took place in this busy port, which in those days had no fewer than 27 churches and abbeys.
Bergen owed wealth and prominence to the fish export trade - mainly dried fish which was one of the most important products of the Middle Ages.

Lunchtime concert at Troldhaugen Edvard Grieg Museum. Troldhaugen, built in 1885, was the home of Edvard Grieg and his wife Nina. The couple lived there the last 22 summers of Edvard Grieg's life. Troldhaugen became a museum in 1928 and includes Grieg's Villa, the composer's hut and the Grieg couple's gravesite as well as a modern museum building and the concert hall Troldsalen. ...read less

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Floibanen Funicular Ride - Cruise to Trondheim

The Floibanen funicular in Bergen is one of Norway's best-known attractions. Floibanen is a funicular cable car that takes you 320 meters above sea level. In just a few minutes you find yourself on top of a mountain with a perfect view of the city and its surroundings.
NOTE: You can use your ticket both ways, or only one way and then walk up or down. Marked trails and a hiking maps are available.

At the appropriate time, you will be met at your hotel and privately transferred to the pier to board an overnight cruise to Trondheim.
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Day
9

Hurtigruten Cruise Adventure

Early morning, you will have a chance to take in the magnificent view of the idyllic NordFjord, and then it's time for an excellent breakfast. When we sail past Vestkapp (Norway's westernmost viewpoint), we will be out in the open sea for the first time during this trip before docking at Alesund. The town is best known for its art nouveau architecture, which is characterized by an abundance of spires, towers and elaborate ornaments. After the enormous city fire of 1904, Alesund City Centre was rebuilt with buildings in this style. In summer, we sail into the Geiranger Fjord. On the way in, we pass cliffs that are up to 800 meters high, and some very impressive waterfalls. ...read less

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10

Private Trondheim Sightseeing Tour

Arrive in Trondheim at 10:00 where there will be a car and a guide waiting to take you on your city tour.

Enjoy a trip around Trondheim center and its outskirts. You will pass the Sverresborg, Trondelag Folk Museum, the old town bridge, the Norwegian University of Science and Technologi (NTNU) at Gloshaugen, the Kristiansten Fort, the Royal Residence and Nidaros Cathedral. There will be a short stop at a city viewpoint for photography.

Then, visit the Nidaros Cathedral. Nidaros Cathedral is the world's northernmost Gothic cathedral. Built from 1070 over the tomb of St. Olav, the Viking king who brought Christianity to Norway, the cathedral was completed around 1300. In the summer months, you can climb the tower. The 172 steps to the top are dark and narrow, but the climb is well worth it because you will be rewarded with an unrivaled view of the city center.

The tour will then end at the hotel. The rooms will be ready around 3pm. If you arrive early, enjoy lunch at one of the many restaurants in the area (not included) recommended by your guide.
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Day
11

International Flight Home

At the appropriate time, you will be met at your hotel and privately transferred to the airport for your flight home.

At the appropriate time, you will be met at your hotel and privately transferred to the airport for your flight home.

Oslo, Norway

Flåm, Norway

Bergen, Norway

Trondheim, Norway

Places You'll See

  • Oslo

    Oslo is surrounded by the vast forest area of Nordmarka, a great area for team-building activities. Within easy reach, it is possible to go hiking, biking, Nordic walking, or canoeing on one of the many lakes. Winter boasts the opportunity for great skiing, both downhill and cross country, tobogganing, and horse sleigh rides. For those wishing to enjoy a more relaxing activity, wrap up warm and savor a tasty cup of hot chocolate in a lavvo.

  • Flam

    At the innermost bank of the Aurlandsfjord, surrounded by steep mountains, thundering waterfalls and narrow valleys, you’ll find the small village of Flam. Good transport connections make Flam easy to reach by train, boat, bus or car and in the spring and summer months, you will see large cruise ships gliding in the Sognefjord with their course set for Flam harbor. From there, it is just a short walk to several hotels, hostels and a camping ground.

  • Bergen

    Even though Bergen is Norway’s second-largest city, it has a lovely small-town vibe and atmosphere. Houses clinging to the mountainsides, old wooden architecture, and narrow streets packed with cozy cafes and shops. The Bergen bucket list tends to grow long, so make sure you have enough time. Popular attractions include the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Bryggen Hanseatic wharf, the fish market, Mount Fløyen, Bergen Aquarium, and KODE Art Museums and Composer Homes.

  • Trondheim

    Trondheim is where the fusion of history, arts, technology, and green initiatives ignite a culture of innovation and rich tradition. Trondheim stands out with its progressive nature and vibrant city life, while still embodying its small-town heart. It is Norway’s third-largest city, with just over 200,000 inhabitants. Popular museums with exciting exhibitions include the National Museum of Decorative Arts, the Trondheim Museum of Art, and the Archbishop’s Palace Museum. Trondheim also has a strong focus on local food. Many local establishments, including pubs, cafés, and restaurants, serve a wide range of excellent locally brewed beers, preferably together with food specially developed for pairing.

Hotel Options

Featured Accommodation

Hurtigruten Cruise

Hurtigruten is perhaps most known for its operation along Norway’s western and northern coast between Bergen and Kirkenes. But as world leader in exploration travel, we also offer expedition cruises in Antarctica, Greenland, Iceland, Svalbard, Alaska, Northwest Passage and more.

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4 Star Properties

Oslo, Norway : Amerikalinjen

Flåm, Norway : Fretheim Hotel

Bergen, Norway : Bergen Bors Hotel

Trondheim, Norway : Britannia Hotel

Testimonials

Erik M.

Traveled December 2017

A ++ experience!

We used Yampu last Christmas (2017) for a 2 week trip in Argentina. From the very first email to the follow up after our trip, everything was perfect with Yampu. The hotel selection was matching our needs, the transfers between locations and airports all went very smoothly, the overall trip plan was a good balance of sightseeing, discovery and personal time. The guides were all so friendly and knowledgeable. This was a A+ experience. Our main point of contact in the USA was Christine Cronin. She did an amazing job for us. We like their services so much that we are now planning another trip with Yampu.

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Sally I.

Traveled October 2017

All we could have hoped for

We are having a wonderful time and our guides, especially Luis, have been delightful. Hiking the trail together was fantastic, all we could have hoped for.

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Michele

Traveled April, 2016

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