Norway in a Nutshell will take you on a journey through some of the most beautiful scenery in Fjord Norway, and includes breathtaking experiences on the Bergen Railway, the Flam Railway, the magnificent Aurlandsfjord and Nærøyfjord and the steep Stalheimskleiva road. This is the perfect tour for those who want to see the magnificent fjord region of Norway.
DAY 1 Oslo
Welcome to Oslo! On arrival make your way to your hotel followed by the remainder of your day free to explore the Norwegian capital
Stay at Comfort Hotel Borsparken (3 star) or Stay at Clarion Hotel Oslo (4 star) or similar
DAY 2 Oslo - Flam
Early departure from Oslo Railway Station to depart on one of the most beautiful trips in Europe; the Norway in a Nutshell tour. This unique and popular excursion takes you through some of the most magnificent scenery to be found on the west coast of Norway. Your journey on the Flam Railway is regarded as one of the high points on the Norway in a Nutshell tour. The 20 kilometre long train journey from the mountain station of Myrdal and down to Flam deep in the fjord takes around 55 minutes. On the journey you have views of some of the most magnificent mountain scenery in Norway with an ever-changing panorama of tall mountains and thundering waterfalls. Along the Flam railway the train moves slowly or stops at the best views. On arrival in the idyllic fjord side village of Flam make the short walk to your hotel for check-in.
Stay at Flamsbrygga Hotel (3 star) or Fretheim Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 3 Flam - Bergen
Continue your journey on the Norway in a Nutshell tour by premium vessel along the Aurlandsfjord and then the Naeroyfjord, the narrowest fjord in Europe. The Naeroyfjord is now included on the UNESCO World Heritage List and surrounded by mighty mountains up to 1,800 metres high; this branch of the Sognefjord is amazingly beautiful. Along the way there are views of the small traditional farms and villages before you arrive in Gudvangen. From here you take a coach up the steep and spectacular hairpin bends of Stalheimskleiva to the Stalheim Hotel from where you can enjoy wonderful views of the Stalheimsfossen and Sivlefossen waterfalls. After a short stop at the viewpoint, continue to Voss where you catch the train to Bergen, beautiful capital of the fjords.
Stay at Hotel Zander K (3 star) or Bergen Bors Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 4 Bergen
Your tour concludes this morning after breakfast and check out from your hotel. If you have time in Bergen before your departure we recommend a visit to the popular Fish and Flower Market, Bryggen Harbour and the old Hanseatic Quarter. You may also like to take the funicular to Mt.Floyen, for the best views of the city and fjords.
Meals included: Breakfast
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