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16 days - Escorted gourmet summer tour from Copenhagen to Trondheim
Navigate spectacular Scandinavian landscapes by land and sea on this scenic, small-group summer tour (max. 15 travellers) with a gourmet food focus. Fantastic fjords stretch out before you from Flåm to Loen as you travel the quiet route through the Norwegian Fjord region. Learn about Norway’s far-reaching maritime history in Oslo’s Kon-Tiki and Fram Museums, then traverse the waters of Aurlandsfjord and Naeroyfjord. Sweep past verdant valleys and crashing waterfalls on a train journey through Aurland, then ride the Loen Skylift to panoramic views atop Mount Hoven. Led by an English-speaking travel escort, you'll follow in the footsteps of Hans Christian Andersen through Copenhagen’s colourful Nyhavn neighbourhood, then take your own fairytale journey as you explore awe-inspiring landscapes all the way to northern Hustadvika.
Your journey takes you to: Copenhagen – Oslo – Flåm – Bergen – Kalvåg – Loen – Ålesund – Åndalsnes – Hustadvika – Trondheim.
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All transportation (by buses, trains, ferries and boats) between destinations is included in the price. This includes travel between Kalvåg and Kristiansund by premium 50 Degrees North mini-coach, which will accommodate spontaneous photo stops, as well as food and rest stops.
Your local guide will meet you and you will head off for a gourmet tour through the charming streets and squares of Old Town, and see the impressive Danish Parliament, colourful Nyhavn, and the elegant Royal Palace of Amalienborg. Discover the must-sees of beautiful Copenhagen including Nyhavn and the Royal Palace on a private walking tour of its most famous sights.
Discover the charming streets and squares of Old Town, and see the impressive Danish Parliament, colourful Nyhavn, and the elegant Royal Palace of Amalienborg. End at the Copenhagen food hall and enjoy lunch.
Later this afternoon, transfer to the pier where you will embark on a comfortable overnight ferry to Oslo. Enjoy breathtaking views of the city from the sea as you leave Denmark behind and sail towards Norway.
Arrive at Oslo harbour and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon we recommend a walk through the city centre to view the Parliament, the Castle and the Harbour area. The new Oslo Opera just nearby the hotel is a must-see, and you may even book tickets for a concert if this is on.
This morning, you have a full morning guided tour of Oslo with a foodie focus at the end. Visit some of the Oslo highlights, including the Kontiki & Fram museums, the Vigeland Sculpture Park, Ekerbergeparken and the Holmenkollen Ski Jump and Museum before finishing up at the Mathallen food hall.
In your free time, discover the new area of Bjørvika with the new Munch Museum and then explore the charming shopping streets, cozy cafés and exciting eateries of Grünerløkka. Lastly, visit the new National Museum of Norway down by the harbour before finding a spot in one of the local fish restaurants for dinner.
Catch an early morning train from Oslo to Myrdal. The train journey over Northern Europe’s largest mountain plateau is spectacular. In the comfort of your train, watch fjord scenery with beautiful waterfalls, flowing rivers, deep valleys and mountains. In the afternoon, you check into the cozy fjord-side hotel in Flåm.
The day starts with a spectacular 2-hour fjord cruise from Flåm to the tiny fjord village of Gudvangen. Enjoy the magnificent views of the Aurlandsfjord & the Næroyfjord - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In Gudvangen you change to the connecting bus to Voss, taking you through the beautiful Stalheim canyon with the Stalheimskleiva hairpin road. In Voss you change to a train that takes you to Bergen.
Enjoy a morning sightseeing around Bergen surrounded by mountains, which is one of the things that make this city so unique. Several of the mountains, such as Mount Fløyen and Mount Ulriken, surround the city centre. To get to the top of Mount Fløyen, you can take the 100-year-old Fløibanen Funicular, which winds its way straight up the mountainside.
This evening, we have included a dinner out in the fjords at the Cornelius Seafood restaurant. Travel by boat out to the island restaurant and enjoy a 5-course meteorological seafood menu. Inspired by the raw beauty of the local fjords, this is tailored by the chefs on a daily basis. It is based on the weather of the day and what is caught by the local fishermen. All dishes are prepared using innovative culinary techniques and with a genuine passion for seafood.
You have a leisurely morning in Bergen before you head to the port for the express boat to Kalvåg. With a small cafe on board, you can relax while you take in the stunning Norwegian coastline. The express boat stops along the way to drop off and pick up locals before arriving at Kalvåg. You will get a short transfer up to the hotel and check-in.
Kalvåg has one of the best-preserved fishing village milieus in Vestlandet. The little houses stand closely together around the small bay to create a charming setting. When you are in Kalvåg, take time to wander around the houses and meet the locals.
This morning, meet your minivan and driver around 10 am and follow along the magnificent Nordfjord today. Along the way to Loen, you will first stop at the Sagastad Viking Exhibition (optional entry), followed by a stop at the Nordfjord Folk Museum with an entrance and a guide included. Explore the old historic buildings of Nordfjordeid with a collection of 44 old houses of historical interest. Many of the houses are furnished and show different periods of time, mostly from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Arrive at Loen in the middle of the afternoon and check in at Hotel Alexandra. Loen has a lovely little wooden church to visit late in the afternoon, or you can relax by the pool and day spa. This evening, dinner at the hotel is included.
After breakfast, meet your driver and head out to walk up the Kjenndalen valley to the Kjenndalen Glacier, Jostedal Glacier's lowest glacier arm. Afterwards, at the end of Lovatn Lake, you'll find Kjenndalsstova, a cafe which is open from May to September, and you can stop for lunch here.
Next is a visit to the Loen Sky Lift, a cable car that climbs 1,011 metres to the top of Mount Hoven, above the Nordfjord. There is a cafe at the top with a spectacular viewing platform on the roof. You can have a walk around the top and marvel at the view.
Today you will travel from Loen via Hjørundfjord to Ålesund - your final leg of the journey by mini-coach. First stop today is the small town of Stryn. The driver stops along the way on request as you spend the day travelling through this beautiful section of the road. Highlights include Horndøla Bru (Bridge), built between 1810 and 1813 and Norangsdalen, one of the narrowest valleys in Norway. This route follows the 'Queens' Route', rich in both spectacular sceneries as well as cultural memories.
Pass by Hellesyltfossen, one of the most well-known waterfalls of the Sunnfjord region, an area which encompasses dozens upon dozens of waterfalls. This lake was formed when an avalanche dammed up the river more than 100 years ago. Drive along the Hjørundfjord and catch the ferry across from Leknes to Sæbø before enjoying a 2-course lunch at Sagafjord Hotel.
Then it is time to make your way to Ålesund, a drive past lakes, Norwegian farms and ocean view.
At your leisure, you have the day to explore Ålesund. Ålesund is known for its art nouveau architectural style in which most of the town was rebuilt after a fire in 1904. Explore on your own or add an adventure to your day. Options include kayaking trips around the historic waterfront buildings, wildlife sea safari, climbing Mt. Aksla for lunch (418 steps), 6 hours hike up the most famous summits in Norway Mt Saksa or perhaps a guided walking tour around the city centre.
Travel to Åndalsnes, with stops along the Trollstigen National Scenic Road. Trollstigen is Norway’s most visited tourist road, and this masterpiece in engineering in the midst of majestic natural landscapes is a true joy ride. We spend some time in Åndalsnes this afternoon. You will get the feel of the wilderness among the waterfalls, high mountains and boulders in the forest. For those more adventurous, you can walk to Rampestreken - the breathtaking lookout over the valley.
In the late afternoon, we travel to our hotel located by the sea at Hustavika.
Today we have the day at leisure out by the open sea at Hustavika. Join your tour escort for local seashore walks in the area, or up to the viewpoint at Stemhesten. Relax around the fire this evening, with an included three-course meal.
Continue travelling to Kristiansund via the Atlantic Road. Stop to visit the Romsdal Museum, one of the largest and most comprehensive folk museums in Norway (optional entry) before heading out to the Atlantic Road. The Atlantic Road takes you from lush coastal landscapes and heaths to bare rocks along the exposed Hustadvika, where you can see the sun sink into the horizon. This National Tourist Route has been called the world’s most beautiful drive and has been voted the “Norwegian construction of the century”.
On arrival into Kristiansund, catch the late afternoon express boat (3 hours) to Trondheim.
Depart Trondheim after breakfast. Transfer to airport
All prices listed are per person, sharing a room with your travelling partner.
MEDICAL AND HEALTH INFORMATION:
All travellers need to be in good physical health in order to participate fully on this trip. When selecting your trip please make sure you have read through the itinerary carefully and assess your ability to manage and enjoy group travel. Please consider carefully how much luggage you bring as you will be responsible for carrying all the luggage. There is limited portage service in Scandinavia and your tour escorts cannot help you, beyond reason.
Scandinavia is a fairly accessible destination for people with restricted mobility and other disabilities and is actively working to be more accessible every day. However, please note that our group tours are often not suitable for persons with limited accessibility due to inclusions and pace. 50 Degrees North is committed to making travel widely accessible, regardless of ability or disability and we can tailor-make independent itineraries for travellers when needed. Please contact us for further details.
SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL:
As a Nordic specialist we are keen to show travellers the hidden gems of the countries we visit, and as an anti-dote to over-tourism to reduce the environmental pressures on the traditional and busy routes that most travel companies will take. This itinerary has been designed to do just that.
Throughout your stay we have hand-selected accommodations which are locally owned, have deep roots in their communities, and pride themselves on supporting local facilities and producers. This is done through shopping locally, and buying sustainably sourced options, so in the words of one of the chefs in the accommodation you will be staying in 'you should taste what’s here in the surroundings, from lakes, mountains and farms'.
Minimum age for this tour is 18+ yrs.
50 Degrees North wins 'Norway's Leading Tour Operator' at the World Travel Awards for the fourth year running. “We are very pleased with this award following the challenging year for the travel and tourism industry”, said Tietse Stelma, 50 Degrees North’s Norwegian founder and CEO.
A total of six escorted tours around Norway and further into Scandinavia have been released for 2024 summer season. Visit highlights such as a Geiranger day tour with fjord rib boat safari and the Flåm Railway excursion on Best of Norway or the Loen Skylift and guided city tours of Ålesund and Bergen on the Scenic Fjords of Norway.
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Oslo restaurants, in the tradition of the New Nordic Food Movement, have the depth and sophistication you would expect from the capital city of Norway. Read our options for places to try.
In Oslo you find restaurants in all price categories and genres.
Norwegian cuisine in its traditional form is based largely on the raw materials readily available in Norway and its mountains, wilderness and coast. It differs in many respects from its continental counterparts with a stronger focus on game and fish. Many of the traditional dishes are results of using conserved materials, with respect to the long winters.
For less expensive restaurants, head to the Grunerlokka district. It is great place to take in the city's pulse in the city's more ethnically diverse east. In this once working-class area, the vital signs of budget Oslo are most apparent, with low-cost restaurants, second-hand clothes shops and student bars grouped around the streets Markveien and Thorvald Meyers Gate. Among them, the café bar Fru Hagen has a legion of blond locals seeking cheap eats. On a Sunday evening, when much of the city is almost deserted, Fru Hagen is heaving.
Smoked Salmon or Røkt Laks
Kjøttboller - Meatballs
Krumkake - waffle-like pancake, which are then filled with whipped cream
