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See the beauty of the fjords with fewer crowds on this off-season escorted tour of Norway. Your adventure begins in Oslo, home of the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony. Go sightseeing with an expert Local Guide to see the National Theater (home of Henrik Ibsen’s plays), Parliament and the Royal Palace, as well as the magnificent display of Gustav Vigeland’s sculptures in Frogner Park. From Oslo, you’ll drive northwest through Hallingdal—a large valley, rich in the traditions of iron production, cattle trade, folk art, music, and dance. You’ll pass through the world’s longest road tunnel to Aurland on your way to the beautiful village of Flåm, situated at the head of Aurlandsfjord. Your stay in Flåm includes a ride on the scenic Flam train. Continue on to Bergen, the “City of Seven Mountains,” where you’ll take a drive to see Bergenhus Fortress, the Bryggen Hanseatic Wharf, Bergen’s harbor, and the famous fish market. Take a step back in time through the cobblestone streets lined by multi-hued wooden houses that are quintessentially Norwegian. Fly from Bergen to the lively and vibrant town of Tromsø, where you enjoy an orientation walk and visit to the Arctic Cathedral. This three-night stay gives you the opportunity to join an optional excursion to see the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis).Join us to experience Norway’s exquisite natural beauty that will stay with you for years to come—a guided vacation in Norway you’ll treasure forever.
We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect tour—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi, plus a ride on the Flam train and a flight from Bergen to Tromso. Enhance your free time with your GlobusGO mobile app!
ART & ARCHITECTURE Frogner Park contains over 200 sculptures in granite, bronze, and wrought iron, along with fountains and bridges comprising the life’s work of legendary sculptor Gustav Vigeland. Visit the stately Oslo City Hall, with its red-brick architecture, soaring towers, and 49 bells. Here, the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony takes place each year
Day 2
NATURAL WONDERS The town of Flam is a real gem, embraced by natural beauty, and considered to be one of the most beautiful places to visit in Norway. Surrounded by mountains and sitting on the Aurlandsfjord, the panorama is enchanting
Day 3
PICTURE PERFECT Beautiful Bergen paints the shoreline with different hues of its wooden houses along the old wharf on Norway’s southwestern coast. Often called the “Fjord Capital of Norway,” Bergen will charm you with its quaint charisma and the breathtaking natural wonder between the seven mountains
Day 4
CULTURAL GEM Bergen is the seafood capital of Norway and since the 1200s it has been the location of an important fish market, a hub for merchants and fishermen. Today its produce isn’t restricted just to fish, you can find locally grown fruit and vegetables and a selection of regionally crafted articles. Discover more with your Local Guide
Day 5
ICY ARCHITECTURE The Arctic Cathedral stands proud at the end of Tromsø bridge, clearly visible from the centre of the town. Strip lights have been positioned between the 11 lamella panels that make up the church walls. When darkness falls, the church’s unusual shape is visible from all parts of Tromsø to represent the light in the long, dark winter days
Day 6
Take the opportunity to experience the rich cultural heritage of the indigenous Sami people, the indigenous populations of the northern regions of Norway, Sweden, Finland, and parts of Russia, with a unique cultural identity that includes traditional clothing, crafts, and a close connection to reindeer herding. Visit a reindeer farm and try feeding these gentle animals while learning about reindeer herding.
Accommodations
Oslo
Flam
Bergen
Tromso
Thon Europa First-Class
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St Olavsgt gate 31 Oslo Norway
In a central but quiet area of Oslo, this modern 8-story hotel is located right next to the Royal Palace and gardens, the National Theater, and Karl Johans Gate shopping street. The in-house restaurant Café Europa offers delicious meals inspired by international cuisine prepared with seasonal ingredients and served in the courtyard. A well-equipped fitness room is also available. All 156 elegantly refurbished guestrooms offer flat-screen TV with a selection of international channels, coffee/tea-making facilities, minibar, in-room safe, iron and ironing board, and complimentary high-speed wireless internet access.
Fretheim First-Class
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Postboks 63 Flam Norway
Four-story Hotel located at scenic Aurlandfjord (a branch of the Sognefjord) with mountain backdrop.
Thon Hotel Orion Superior Tourist-Class
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Bradbenken 3 Bergen Norway
Located by the UNESCO-listed Bryggen Wharf District, the environmentally friendly eleven-story Thon Hotel Orion is in central Bergen with the famous Fish Market and the Fløibanen funicular railway within walking distance. A fitness room with state-of-the-art equipment, a cozy bar and free Wi-Fi throughout all property are available. The elegantly refurbished guestrooms feature a flat-screen TV with international channels, a writing desk, coffee and tea maker facilities, minibar, in-room safe, iron and ironing board, and free high-speed wireless internet access.
Thon Hotel Tromso First-Class
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Gronnegata 50 Tromso Norway
This modern, centrally located hotel is just a stone's throw away from Storgata, Tromsø¿s main shopping street and the fascinating Polar Museum is also within easy reach.. The property offers 150 bright scandi-style guest rooms with Free Wi-Fi internet access, a hearty breakfast buffet served daily and a fitness centre.