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Day 1: Arrival in Bergen
Highlights
- Bryggen Hanseatic Wharf
- The picturesque and lively Fish Market in Bergen
- Fløibanen Funicular Railway
Arrive at Bergen airport, pick-up your rental car and begin your drive to Bergen for your first overnight stay. Bergen is known the world over as the gateway to the fjords of Norway. The city is surrounded by one of the world’s most spectacular tourist attractions, the Norwegian Fjords, which have been designated on UNESCO’s World Heritage List.
In 2004, National Geographic rated the Norwegian fjords as the world’s best tourist destination because of the stunning scenery and excellent preservation of rural Norwegian life that is conducted in a sustainable way. Bergen is ideally located for exploring the fjords either for a short excursion or for longer trips. In Bergen, there are many organized sightseeing and fjord tours of varying lengths and different departure times. Bergen is not only a gateway to the fjords; it has many sights to visit and plenty of activities, galleries and museums depending on your interests.
The Fløibanen Funicular Railway is a short railway trip that starts from the city center, and takes you to Mount Fløyen, approximately 320 meters above sea level. From the top there are panoramic views of Bergen and the surrounding fjords. Bryggen is a harbour area where the very first buildings in Bergen were constructed. This section of Bergen is one of Norway’s main attractions, and is on the UNESCO’s World Heritage List. The magnificent wooden architecture of a bygone era hosts a community of restaurants, shops, offices, artists’ studios, workshops and the Bryggen Museum. The Bergen Fish Market in the heart of the city is a fascinating place to visit and is one of Norway‘s most visited outdoors markets with much more than just fish on offer. For your evening in Bergen you can find a tremendous variety of restaurants serving a delicious array of international cuisine, small cafés, bars and nightclubs.
Overnight stay in Bergen.
Day 2: Magnificent Fjords and The world´s best Train Journey
Highlights
- Tvinderfossen
- Flåm
- Undredal
- Aurlandsfjorden
After your overnight stay in Bergen, your drive will continue to Voss, the outdoor capital of Norway.
Voss is located between the famous fjords of Sognefjord and Hardangerfjord. Voss is well known for the wide range of outdoor activities on offer, including horseback riding, rafting and hiking. In the second longest fjord Sognefjord you will find the beautiful town of Flåm, with its spectacular natural surroundings. When driving from Voss to Flåm don’t miss out the beautiful Tvinderfossen waterfall. If time allows, the 20 kilometer Flåm railway, Flamsbana is a highly recommended excursion. This railway takes you on a journey through the impressively steep mountains, breath-taking waterfalls and passes many viewpoints of the surrounding mountains and fjords. In 2014, Lonely Planet named this journey “The World‘s Best Train Journey.“
We highly recommend a visit to Undredal village between Flåm and Gudvangen. The village is famous for its small stave church built in 1147 and white and brown goat cheese. Undredal is a friendly village with an active and vibrant local culture. Conclude your day by driving through Aurlandsfjorden located in the southern part of Sognefjorden. This is a journey through the heart of the fjords and is surrounded with mountain peaks, deep fjords and contrasting scenery. Enjoy a short break with a stop in the friendly villages of Aurland and Lærdal.
Aurland is situated on the Aurlandsfjord and Nærøyfjord both of which are listed as UNESCO’s World Heritage sites. If you wish to go hiking, lace up your boots and hike to the breath-taking viewpoint from Stegastein, situated 6 kilometers from the center of Aurland and 650 meters above sea level. Drive in the afternoon to Sogndal area for an overnight stay.
Overnight in the Sogndal area.
Driving distance approx. 280 km
Day 3: Breheimen National Park and Geiranger Fjord
Highlights
Enjoy breakfast in the Sogndal vicinity and begin your journey to the Breheimen National park in Jostedalen. Jostedalen is a valley between two wonderful national parks. You can participate in one of the many exciting activities offered in the glacier area, for example glacier hiking, kayaking in a glacier lake, or simply enjoying the amazing nature in Jostedalen. For the latest information and activities we recommend a stop at the visitor’s center at the entrance of the Jostedal Glacier National Park.
After exploring Jostedalen, it is time to continue your journey to Hellesylt. Hellesylt is a small village surrounded by mountains and valleys in Møre and Romsdal. From Hellesylt you will board a ferry that will take you over to Geiranger. Geirangerfjorden is often considered one of the most beautiful fjords in the world, and is one of Norway’s most popular attractions.
Overnight stay in Geiranger area.
Driving distance approx. 310 km
Day 4: Trollstigen and The Atlantic Road
Highlights
- Valldal
- Trollstigen
- Atlantic road
In Geiranger you will start your journey by driving up the twist and turns of the steep Eagle’s Road. We highly recommend a short stop at the viewpoint located in the upper part of the road where you can view the famous Seven Sisters waterfall. Continue driving to Eidsdal, nestled deep in Storfjord, where you will catch the ferry crossing to Linge and continue driving to Valldal. If the season is right, and time allows, taste the delicious strawberries from one of the local farms in Valldal. Rumor is that they are the best strawberries in the world!
When driving from Valldal to Trollstigen we suggest a short break at Gudbrandsjuvet Gorge for a magnificent view of the Valldøla River that has, over thousands of years, carved a complex of deep potholes and intricate formations into the rock. Continue through the Trollstigen mountain road and see one of the best views Norway has to offer. This mountain road dates back to 1916 when it was originally a horse path, parts of which are still visible and passable on foot today. There are multiple viewpoints and rest areas along the road that give you incredible panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and mountain peaks.
Your journey proceeds to the Atlantic Road, a road that is considered by many to be the world`s most beautiful drive. There are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the view of the Atlantic Ocean, many birds, and perhaps you might even spot some seals if you are lucky. Conclude the day’s drive in Kristiansund where you will spend your evening and stay for the night.
Overnight stay in Kristiansund.
Driving distance approx. 190 km
Day 5: Kristiansund - Trondheim
Highlights
Day five is dedicated to the friendly town of Kristiansund and all the exciting activities on offer in the town. In Kristiansund there is a wide range of activities on offer such as: hiking, kayaking, city walks, sea bird tours, boat tours, historical tours on foot and much more. Let us know what you are looking for and we can help you to make a plan that makes the most of your day in Kristiansund. After your day in Kristiansund you will drive to Trondheim for an overnight stay.
Trondheim is a city rich in cultural heritage and natural beauty. It has a fascinating history with the Vikings. Trondheim is Norway‘s third largest city, and has a vibrant cultural scene of art, architecture, film and music. There is much to do and activities vary throughout the year. Return your rental car in Trondheim.
Overnight stay in Trondheim.
Driving distance approx. 215 km
Day 6: The Hurtigruten Coastline cruise to Bergen
Highlights
After an early breakfast in Trondheim prepare yourself to board the cruise ship that will take you to Bergen. With this tour, you will sail along Norway’s beautiful coastline while relaxing on your way to Bergen.
Please note that passenger date of birth information must be provided when the booking is made.
Overnight accommodations on board the cruise ship.
The Hurtigruten Coastline cruise includes accommodation in a comfortable cabin (unspecified) with private facilities and breakfast.
Day 7: The Coastline and Bergen
Highlights
Enjoy your morning on the cruise ship, sailing along the beautiful fjords all the way to Bergen. You will see beautiful views of Bryggen and Fløyen. You are scheduled to arrive in the afternoon and spend the rest of your day in Bergen. For your evening in Bergen you can find a large variety of delicious international restaurants, small cafés, bars and nightclubs. Let us know what interests you and we will help you to make the most of your evening in Bergen.
Overnight stay in Bergen.
Day 8: Departure
After breakfast and depending on your flight schedule, you can take the airport shuttle Flybussen to the airport for your return flight home, or consider booking an extra night in the vibrant city of Bergen.
Included
- Rental car of your choice with unlimited mileage, CDW and VAT for 5 days
- Hotel accommodation (comfort/quality) for 6 nights with Continental breakfast
- Hurtigruten Coastal Voyage for 1 night in unspecified cabin
- Detailed itinerary
- 24-hour emergency service
- Taxes and service fee
Not included
- Flights to/from Norway
- Meals and drinks at restaurants (unless otherwise stated)
- Entrance to museums and other attractions
- Personal travel insurance
- Ferries
- Road tolls
- One Way Fee
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ACCOMMODATION CLASSIFICATION
When we design our tours we book the best accommodation available, in order to make the trip as comfortable and enjoyable for you as possible.
We offer a great selection of hotels for our clients. You can be assured of a warm welcome and an enjoyable stay at all the options offered by us.
Below you'll find examples of the type of accommodation you could be staying in.
Please note that the below accommodation options are shown as examples of the types of accommodation we book.
Due to high demand during the summer time and limited accommodation capacity in some regions we cannot always guarantee availability.
In these circumstances, we will supply an accommodation of an equal standard in the same region before your travel dates.
We highly recommend you book as well in advance as possible.
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Comfort
Rooms with private shower (or private bath) and WC. Comfort accommodation may be in guesthouses and hotels (mostly 3-star range). Breakfast is included. Many hotels have their own restaurant.
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Quality
Rooms with private shower (or private bath) and WC. Quality accommodation is always the best hotel available at each location at the time of booking (mostly 4-star range). Breakfast included.
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