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Norway's Dramatic Fjords
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. Highlights
Oslo, Viking Ship Museum, Vigeland Park, Bergen, Flam Railway, Stalheim, Geirangerfjord, Lillehammer Collette Experience 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. |
| Call (770) 674-3833 for more information or to book today! Mention code 7608506 | | Collette Vacations | | Offer valid through 12/31/2008 | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Air 1 | Overnight Flight | Overnight Flight : | | Day 2 | Tour Begins | 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 | 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 | Bergen | 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 | 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 | Stalheim | 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 Naeroy Fjord, one of the most narrow and spectacular branch of the Sognefjord. Cap off this amazing day in beautiful Stalheim. | | Day 7 | Geiranger | 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 | 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 | Lillehammer | 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 | Tour ends | Lillehammer - Tour Ends : Your tour ends in Lillehammer. |
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Tour prices are Land Only rates based on per person double occupancy. Please call for triple or child occupancy rates. Taxes and fees are additional for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices shown. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking. |
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