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    8 days - Independent journey from Bergen to Oslo. Enjoy staying at boutique hotels and touring in our premium 50 Degrees North mini-coach.

    On this short tour through the Norwegian fjords from Bergen to Oslo, visit the stunning Geiranger fjord and enjoy the mountain landscape of Sognefjellet which makes its way up to the summit at 1,434 metres. Our premium 50 Degrees North mini-coach will take you along the stretch of breathtaking mountain roads between Lærdal and Aurland before reaching the Aurlandsfjord, one of the most picturesque fjords in the world, where you will stay fjordside! Read about visiting Northern Europe's highest and arguably the most striking mountain pass, along the road over Sognefjellet here.

    Travelling on our premium 50 Degrees North mini-coach, cross the mountains to visit the traditional Stave Church of Lom and the magnificent Luster and Sognefjord. Experience the valley of Gudbrandsdalen, surrounded by national parks, an abundance of locally produced food, old architecture, and good hiking trails. Arrive into Oslo and wander through the Vigeland Sculpture Park and explore the hidden gems of Norway’s capital, Oslo. Discover the Akershus Fortress and the many harbour side restaurants along Aker Brygge.

    The trip runs weekly from May to September with fixed departures from Bergen every Monday between May 2023 to Sep 2023 and likewise for 2024. It isn't a group tour as such but for a few days during this itinerary, everyone shares the same mini-coach, you make friends and enjoy the company of our Norwegian bus driver!

    Highlights include

    • Take a ride on the steep Flåm Railway full of hairpin turns
    • Travel on a premium 50 Degrees North mini-coach through the Norwegian mountains
    • Visit the stunning Geiranger fjord
    • Visit Northern Europe's highest and arguably the most striking mountain pass, Sognefjellet
    • Discover Bryggen, the old Hanseatic wharf in Bergen, and take the funicular to the top of Mt Fløien.
    Day 1
    Arrive in Bergen and transfer to your hotel
    Day 2
    Express boat from Bergen to Flåm and Flåm Railway Tour
    Day 3
    Spend your day relaxing, hiking and taking in the views in the peaceful little town of Aurland. Enjoy the harbour area with unspoilt views of the fjord and gardens.
    Day 4
    Start your mini-coach journey together to the heart of the Norwegian fjords
    Day 5
    Day tour to Geiranger and join a fjord rib boat tour before returning to Lom to visit its famous Stave Church
    Day 6
    Final day of travel to Lillehammer
    Day 7
    Board your train to the Oslo Central Station
    Day 8
    Departure Day
    Start Place
    Bergen, Norway
    End Place
    Oslo, Norway
    Country Visited
    Norway
    Duration
    8 Days
    Group Size
    12
    Type
    Self Guided
    Suitability
    Easy
    Carbon Footprint
    183Kg of CO₂e Average carbon footprint per person?
    Code
    50DN0145

    Please note that all our itineraries, inclusions, dates and prices displayed on this website may change at any time. If you book an itinerary today and have this confirmed it will be the itinerary that is delivered to you. However, the online itinerary on our website may change in the meantime.

    Details

    Transportation

    All transportation (by buses, trains, and boats) between destinations is included in the price. This includes travel between Aurland and Lillehammer by premium 50 Degrees North mini-coach, which will accommodate spontaneous photo stops, as well as food and rest stops.

    Included
    • 7 nights’ hotel accommodation in shared double/twin rooms with private facilities
    • 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 dinners
    • All transport between destinations by buses, trains and boats
    • Premium 50 Degrees North mini-coach (or similar) which travels weekly between Lom and Aurland. This mini-coach may have only yourselves onboard or up to 10-12 people in addition to the driver. Stop along the way for unexpected photo opportunities, National Tourist Route monuments or quick rest stops.
    • Geiranger day tour with fjord rib boat cruise. (Available from late May, subject to change due to weather/snow conditions on the mountain).
    • Flåm Railway excursion
    • 24-hour emergency service
    • Taxes and service fees
    Not Included

    International flights, lunches and dinners that have not been detailed in the program, and items of personal nature. A small tip for the bus driver will be appreciated.

    Please note there is no guide for this tour. Your coach driver will offer help and answer questions when possible.

    Itinerary

    Day 1 - Arrive in Bergen and transfer to your hotel

    Arrive and transfer to your hotel.

    Bergen offers many attractions and sights, many of them within walking distance. Recommended sights of interests are the Hanseatic harbour Bryggen, Fløibanen Funicular, Troldhaugen, the Fish and Flower market, Bergen Aquarium and Gamle Bergen (Old Bergen Open Air Museum).

    Accommodation
    Clarion Hotel Admiral
    Restaurants
    Cornelius Fish Restaurant

    Day 2 - Express boat from Bergen to Flåm and Flåm Railway Tour

    This morning, board an express boat from Bergen to Flåm. Take in the fresh air on Norway’s longest fjord, the Sognefjord, during this 5-hour ferry-ride. Then take a trip on one of the world's best rail journeys, the Flåm Railway up to Myrdal Station. On your return to Flåm, you will privately transfer to Aurland to your centrally located hotel by the fjord.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Vangsgården Gjestegiveri or similar

    Day 3 - Spend your day relaxing, hiking and taking in the views in the peaceful little town of Aurland. Enjoy the harbour area with unspoilt views of the fjord and gardens.

    Spend your day relaxing, hiking and taking in the views in the peaceful little town of Aurland. Enjoy the harbour area with unspoilt views of the fjord and surrounding gardens. Optional visits to local mountain farms, guided hikes or a fjord safari can be pre-booked (at additional cost).

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Vangsgården Gjestegiveri or similar

    Day 4 - Start your mini-coach journey together to the heart of the Norwegian fjords

    Depart Aurland for another scenic journey through the spectacular mountain and fjord country of Breheimen and Jostedalsheimen. Firstly, your drive will take you over the old road and remote mountain region of Aurlandsfjellet, enjoying a stop at Stegastein. Stop at the charming Urnes Stave Church (an UNESCO World Heritage Site and the oldest church in Norway) before lunch at the Skjolden Hotel.

    Then it is time to be amazed at the old, narrow mountain highway as you share the roads with wandering sheep, crossing the Breheimen and Jostedalsheimen counties. Stop at Nedre Oscarhaug, the cubist stone at Mefjellet and Sognefjellshytta (approx. 1 hr drive) for a coffee/tea break.

    Lom is a small town encapsulating the very essence of the Norwegian countryside. Situated in the famous Jotunheimen National Park, Lom is surrounded by majestic nature. Check into your charming historic hotel and then browse design shops, local cafes and galleries. Dinner is included this evening.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    1 Dinner
    Accommodation
    Fossheim Hotel

    Day 5 - Day tour to Geiranger and join a fjord rib boat tour before returning to Lom to visit its famous Stave Church

    Join the 50 Degrees North mini-coach for a day tour to Geiranger, which is 1.5 hours’ drive away from Lom. On arrival, join a fjord rib boat cruise and experience the Geirangerfjord UNESCO World Heritage site. The scenery here is absolutely breathtaking. Take a closer look at the “Seven Sisters”, “Bridal Veil” and “Suitor” waterfalls, the majestic fjord cliffs and abandoned mountain farms. Perhaps you’ll be lucky enough to see porpoises playing in the fjord.

    Travelling back from Geiranger, the mini-coach can stop at the famous Lom Stave Church, constructed in Norman-style in 1170. It still operates as the local church today.

    Please note that the Geirangerfjord visit is subject to change due to weather and snow conditions. The mountain road from Lom to Geiranger normally opens from end of May. Alternatively, have a day to yourself in Lom. We suggest visiting Brimi Bue, a popular Lom hot-spot for fresh local produce and traditional Nordic flavours, owned by renowned chef Arne Brimi -the lunch time slot has good value options to try. Indulge yourselves in the historic atmosphere of Lom open-air museum and its houses dating from the early 1600s and experience the old farmer culture. The Norwegian Mountain Centre is also worth a visit.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    1 Dinner

    Day 6 - Final day of travel to Lillehammer

    Sit back for the final 3-hour scenic drive to Lillehammer. This bus trip takes you through some of Norway’s most beautiful highlands and lush valleys. Experience the valley of Gudbrandsdalen surrounded by the national parks, an abundance of locally produced food, old architecture, and good hiking.

    Arrive into Lillehammer, the small town that rose to international fame when it hosted the Winter Olympics in 1994. Check into your central hotel.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Clarion Collection Hotel Hammer or similar

    Day 7 - Board your train to the Oslo Central Station

    Spend the morning at your leisure: browse the local shops, visit open-air museum Maihaugen, the Norwegian Olympic Museum, and do not miss the impressive Garmo Stave Church.

    Board your train to the Oslo Central Station. Make your way to your centrally located hotel in the heart of Oslo. The Norwegian capital has a great deal to offer for the observant traveller. We can recommend a walk around the centre of town to view the Parliament, the Castle, and the Harbour area.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Clarion Hotel, Oslo
    Restaurants
    Maaemo
    Restaurant options in Oslo
    Optional Add Ons
    Summer night on Oslo fjord

    Day 8 - Departure Day

    After breakfast, take an easy direct express train ride to the airport.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    Dates & Prices

    All prices listed are per person. This itinerary starts selected Mondays from Bergen between June and September. Accommodation is subject to availability.

    NOTE: These dates are not available: 3rd June, 24th June, 15th July, 12th August and 2nd September 2024.

    Dates
    Valid From
    Valid To
    From Price
    Status
    Accommodation
    27 May 2024
    3 Jun 2024
    27 May 2024
    3 Jun 2024
    NZD 4,224
    On request
    Standard
    27 May 2024
    3 Jun 2024
    27 May 2024
    3 Jun 2024
    NZD 1,199
    On request
    Extra for Single
    10 Jun 2024
    17 Jun 2024
    10 Jun 2024
    17 Jun 2024
    NZD 4,224
    On request
    Standard
    10 Jun 2024
    17 Jun 2024
    10 Jun 2024
    17 Jun 2024
    NZD 1,199
    On request
    Extra for Single
    1 Jul 2024
    8 Jul 2024
    1 Jul 2024
    8 Jul 2024
    NZD 4,224
    On request
    Standard
    1 Jul 2024
    8 Jul 2024
    1 Jul 2024
    8 Jul 2024
    NZD 1,199
    On request
    Extra for Single
    8 Jul 2024
    15 Jul 2024
    8 Jul 2024
    15 Jul 2024
    NZD 4,224
    On request
    Standard
    8 Jul 2024
    15 Jul 2024
    8 Jul 2024
    15 Jul 2024
    NZD 1,199
    On request
    Extra for Single
    22 Jul 2024
    29 Jul 2024
    22 Jul 2024
    29 Jul 2024
    NZD 4,224
    On request
    Standard
    22 Jul 2024
    29 Jul 2024
    22 Jul 2024
    29 Jul 2024
    NZD 1,199
    On request
    Extra for Single
    19 Aug 2024
    26 Aug 2024
    19 Aug 2024
    26 Aug 2024
    NZD 4,224
    On request
    Standard
    19 Aug 2024
    26 Aug 2024
    19 Aug 2024
    26 Aug 2024
    NZD 1,199
    On request
    Extra for Single
    26 Aug 2024
    2 Sep 2024
    26 Aug 2024
    2 Sep 2024
    NZD 4,224
    On request
    Standard
    26 Aug 2024
    2 Sep 2024
    26 Aug 2024
    2 Sep 2024
    NZD 1,199
    On request
    Extra for Single
    9 Sep 2024
    16 Sep 2024
    9 Sep 2024
    16 Sep 2024
    NZD 4,224
    On request
    Standard
    9 Sep 2024
    16 Sep 2024
    9 Sep 2024
    16 Sep 2024
    NZD 1,199
    On request
    Extra for Single
    16 Sep 2024
    23 Sep 2024
    16 Sep 2024
    23 Sep 2024
    NZD 4,224
    On request
    Standard
    16 Sep 2024
    23 Sep 2024
    16 Sep 2024
    23 Sep 2024
    NZD 1,199
    On request
    Extra for Single

    Important Information

    Short of time? It is possible to leave this tour in Lillehammer on the evening of Day 6. There are direct trains to Gardemoen airport (1.5hrs). This tour also runs in reverse, departing in Oslo.

    The side trip to Geiranger travels over mountains and is available late May, subject to change due to weather/snow conditions on the mountain.

    An premium version of this tour is available - please ask us for 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.

    Our premium mini-coach tours are one way in which we are looking at how we can reduce carbon emissions over all styles of travel that we offer, not just on our group tours which by their nature have shared transport, but also on our private options. This tour is a private tour however the transport 'mini-coach' between destinations is shared (with more of our clients doing the same tour, max 12 pax), therefore reducing the overall carbon footprint for each traveller.

    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'

    On this itinerary we also support Nordic Choice Hotels, a collection of hotels renowned for their environmental efforts. The hotels are ISO 14001 certified, have launched plastic free initiatives in partnership with WWF, where possible are powered by renewable energy and are taking great strides to reduce water consumption and reduce the use of chemicals. Even though access to water is not an issue in Norway compared to other parts of the world, this hotel group is conscious of the energy consumed for heating, and chemicals required for purification, so reduction makes up part of their overall environmental policy. In addition to this they provide sustainable, organic, fair-trade food, and only use sustainably produced palm oil.

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