Highlights of Norway

Highlights of Norway

Venture to a place where crashing ocean meets craggy mountains, forging the awe-inspiring majesty of the Norwegian fjords. Start in Bergen, a city in the heart of the fjords with the charm of a small town. Journey on one of the world’s steepest train rides, the legendary Flåm Railway, past rushing waterfalls, looming mountains, and picturesque valleys. Relax in the Norwegian countryside, where you’ll wake up amongst breathtaking mountain vistas and fjords. Cruise the crystal waters of the Geirangerfjord. Walk the streets of Oslo, taking in the capital’s iconic sights. From Bergen to Oslo, you’ll be awestruck by the grandeur of Norway.

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Venture to a place where crashing ocean meets craggy mountains, forging the awe-inspiring majesty of the Norwegian fjords. Start in Bergen, a city in the heart of the fjords with the charm of a small town. Journey on one of the world’s steepest train rides, the legendary Flåm Railway, past rushing waterfalls, looming mountains, and picturesque valleys. Relax in the Norwegian countryside, where you’ll wake up amongst breathtaking mountain vistas and fjords. Cruise the crystal waters of the Geirangerfjord. Walk the streets of Oslo, taking in the capital’s iconic sights. From Bergen to Oslo, you’ll be awestruck by the grandeur of Norway.

Highlights

  • Located on the west coast of Norway, Bergen is a city and municipality that was established before A.D. 1070. Today, this international city rich in history and tradition is a designated World Heritage City. It is also a cruise port. One of the main attractions located in Bergen is Bryggen, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Some of Bergen’s very first buildings were built along the harbor of Bryggen and have since become the center of Bergen.
  • Embark on an exhilarating Geirangerfjord cruise, taking in some of the most beautiful scenery in Norway along the way. Geirangerfjord is a fjord in the Sunnmore region in Norway. In 2005, the fjord was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The location of the fjord is entirely in the Stranda Municipality. The fjord is surrounded by snow-covered mountain peaks, waterfalls and lush, green vegetation.
  • A railway with a scenic view that travels through most of Norway. It takes visitors in and out of snow-capped mountains and pass magnificent waterfalls. The railway is one of the steepest in the world on normal tracks. The Flåm Railway has received recognition from many travel magazines. The construction of the railway began in 1924 and it opened in 1940. Today, the railway is primarily for tourist-oriented purposes.
  • A medieval wooden church building was once common in northwestern Europe. The Stave Church’s name derives from the way the building was constructed. The stave church was built around 1500 and is an important part of Norway’s architectural heritage. Norway is the only country in the Northern Europe with wooden churches from the Middle Ages still intact.
  • The capital of Norway was founded around A.D. 1000. The city was an established trading place in 1048 by King Harald III. Now the city is the economic and governmental center of Norway. Olso is also the hub of Norwegian trade, banking, industry and shipping. The global city has been an important center for maritime industries and trade in Europe. Many of Olso’s landmarks were built in the 19th century due to fires destroying the city.

Hotels

  • Scandic Ørnen — Bergen
  • Alexandra Hotel — Loen
  • Fretheim Hotel — Flam
  • Hotel Bristol — Oslo

Details

Tour Operator
Collette
Start City
Bergen
End City
Oslo
Duration (Days)
9
Activity Level
Level 2

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