Travel from Oslo to Bergen along the Sognefjord, Norway’s longest and deepest fjord, on this 5 Nights / 6 Days journey. Get to know the capital on foot and by boat, ride the famous Flam Railway through mountain scenery, cross the fjord by hydrofoil to the village of Balestrand and finish in Bergen, the old Norwegian capital set among seven hills.
Route: Oslo – Balestrand – Bergen
Tour Highlights
- Oslo Pass with 30+ Museums & Free Transport
- Holmenkollen Ski Jump & Vigeland Sculpture Park
- The Famous Flam Railway
- Hydrofoil across the Sognefjord
- A Night in the Fjord Village of Balestrand
- Bergen Card with Free Transport & Attractions
- Oslo & Bergen Fjord Sightseeing
- Private Airport Transfers
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Day 1
Arrival in Oslo
- Welcome to the capital of Norway. Meet our representative at the airport and transfer to your hotel.
- Collect your 24 hour Oslo Pass at the redemption desk, which gives free entry to more than 30 museums and attractions, free travel on all public transport, free municipal parking, free outdoor pools and walking tours, plus discounts on sightseeing, rentals and dining.
- The redemption desk at the Oslo Visitor Centre, Østbanehallen Jernbanetorget, is open daily 09:00 to 18:00. Hours may vary on public holidays.
- Afternoon and evening at leisure. Overnight at the hotel in Oslo.
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Day 2
Oslo Panorama City Tour
- After breakfast, join the 2.5 hour Oslo Panorama sightseeing tour.
- A knowledgeable guide introduces the city while you take in the main downtown attractions.
- At the Holmenkollen Ski Jump, discover the Norwegian history of skiing along with wonderful views over the city.
- At Vigeland Sculpture Park, see more than 200 bronze and granite works by Norway’s most prolific sculptor.
- Overnight at the hotel in Oslo.
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Day 3
Oslo to Balestrand by Flam Railway
- After breakfast, check out and travel by train from Oslo to Myrdal.
- At Myrdal change onto the famous Flam Railway, a world renowned journey through lush fjord landscapes, steep mountains, spectacular waterfalls and snow covered peaks.
- Arrive in Flam in the afternoon and board a hydrofoil across the Sognefjord to the village of Balestrand.
- Check in and spend the evening at leisure. Overnight at the hotel in Balestrand.
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Day 4
Balestrand to Bergen by Boat
- Breakfast at the hotel, then a morning at leisure to explore the village, its galleries and the light and scenery that inspired so many artists.
- Take the old road along the fjord’s edge, passing villas dating from the late 1800s.
- Check out and continue to Bergen by boat, a four hour journey passing several fjord villages.
- Arrive in the evening in Bergen, Norway’s second largest city, set among seven hills. Overnight at the hotel in Bergen.
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Day 5
Bergen Full Day City Tour
- Breakfast at the hotel, then collect your 24 hour Bergen Card at the Tourist Information desk, Strandkaien 3, open 09:00 to 16:00.
- The card gives free travel on the light rail and buses across the city and region, plus free or discounted admission to museums, attractions, cultural events, sightseeing tours, restaurants and parking.
- Optional at 11:00: a two hour guided hike on Mount Fløyen through forest and hills, with fresh Norwegian water and chocolate served along the way.
- Optional at 14:30: a three hour fjord cruise to Mostraumen, sailing past Bryggen and the old city, under the Nordhordaland bridge and along the Osterfjord, where the fjord narrows between steep mountains and waterfalls.
- Overnight at the hotel in Bergen.
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Day 6
Departure from Bergen
- After breakfast, check out and transfer to Bergen Airport.
- End your Nordic Experience Tour with wonderful memories!
INCLUSIONS
- 02 Nights accommodation in Oslo
- 01 Night accommodation in Balestrand
- 02 Nights accommodation in Bergen
- Breakfast on all days
- Private airport transfers
- Oslo Pass, 24 hour ticket
- Oslo Panorama sightseeing tour
- Oslo fjord sightseeing tour
- Bergen fjord journey tour
- Bergen Card, 24 hour ticket
- Return airport transfers
EXCLUSIONS
- 5% GST
- Air fare
- Lunch and dinner
- Travel insurance
- Expenses of a personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry and liquor
- Any increase in government taxes
- Any other item not specified in the package inclusions
- Optional tours, excursions and activities
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- Best time to visit: May to September for pleasant weather, scenic fjords and long daylight hours.
- Visa: a valid Schengen visa is required for Indian passport holders.
- Weather: temperatures generally range between 10°C and 22°C depending on the season.
- Currency: Norwegian Krone (NOK). Credit and debit cards are widely accepted throughout Norway.
- Clothing: pack comfortable walking shoes, light layers and a waterproof jacket, as the weather can change quickly.
- This itinerary includes city sightseeing and walking tours in Oslo and Bergen, so comfortable footwear is recommended.
- Electricity: Norway uses Type C and Type F plugs with a 230V supply.
- Staying connected: Wi-Fi is widely available in hotels and public places, and eSIMs or local SIM cards are easy to obtain.
