Spectacular Norwegian Fjords with Havila Cruise Experience

Day 1: Arrival to Norway

Welcome to the Kingdom of Norway – a country with the most beautiful fjords on Earth!

Upon arrival, transfer from the airport to a hotel on your own. (Private transfer can be pre-booked in advance).

Depending on your arrival time, you can start exploring Norway already today. Walk along the streets and explore the city of the royal family, and the main Karl Johan’s Street, with many shops, bars, and cafes.

18:00 Meet your Tour Leader at the reception of our hotel for an informative meeting about your tour.

Day 2: Oslo - Trondheim

Morning departure by train towards Trondheim. Departure around 09:00 arrival around 14:30 (depending on the schedule). This journey will offer you stunning views of the Norwegian countryside, longest lake Mjosa and Vinstra region along the way.

Trondheim, the third largest city in the country. Vikings settled on the estuary of the Nidelven River in the tenth century. Before the sixteenth century it was called Nidaros. Green and flowery city, it is pleasant to stroll in the center, in the pedestrian streets and the old quarters. Panoramic tour of the city with a glimpse of the Cathedral of NIDAROS, which is one of the most beautiful Gothic ensembles in Northern Europe.

Day 3: Havila Cruise Trondheim - Bergen

After breakfast, boarding on Havila Cruise. We sail through the wide Trondheim fjord that is bounded by rolling farmland on both sides and enter the coast and the open sea.

You can disembark in Kristiansund and be driven along the Atlantic Ocean Road, which has been called the world's most beautiful drive. The road meanders along islets and skerries, and afterwards you can re-embark in Molde (extra fee applies).

Lunch on board.

Havila Voyage harvests natural resources. That’s why sustainability and the environment are important. Havila Voyage makes sure that most eco friendly passenger ships will provide best standard with the least possible impact on the environment.

*Dinner and overnight in superior sea view cabins.

Day 4: Bergen

The last day of the cruise takes you through a diverse coastal landscape of bare rocky mountains and a maze of sounds and waterways between many islands. The great fjords and glaciers are situated inland. Bergen awaits at the end of the voyage. Bergen is the Gateway to the Fjords of Norway. As a UNESCO World Heritage City and a European City of Culture, the Bergen region has the ideal combination of nature, culture, and exciting urban life all year around.

Arrival to Bergen at 14:45

At 15:30, meet your local guide and enjoy a tour of the city of Bergen. Pass through the most emblematic places such as the Hanseatic Bryggen, with the church of Mary, the Hakon fortress and the famous fish market.

Day 5: Bergen

After breakfast you will have a chance to admire a view from mountains surrounding Bergen. The Fløibanen funicular in Bergen is one of Norway’s best-known and most visited attractions. The journey up to Fløyen (320 m above sea level) takes about 5–8 minutes.

After funicular trip you will taste a platter with specialities like smoked salmon, fresh shrimp or hot smoked whale in one of the restaurants at the fish market.

Day 6: Herdanger Fjord, Brandhusdalen and Sorfjorden

In the morning departure towards Hardangerfjord. Short cruise to reach Bondhus. From here you will start your hiking adventure. The trail is very easy and one way hiking will take ca. 30 minutes. The magnificent icefall and valley have drawn tourists since the mid-1800s. As you walk from the quay in
Sundal, a hamlet on the shore of the Maurangerfjord, you are retracing a historic path toward Bondhusvatnet lake.

Late afternoon we will embark on the electric boat to enjoy Hardanger known as one of the most romantic destinations in Norway. Fruit production is the core of Hardanger, and in May/June the fjord is surrounded by rows on rows of fruit trees blossoming in pink and white. Add the views to snowcovered peaks, and the romantic vibes are complete. Either you are staying inside the vessel’s lounges or standing outside on deck, you will have great views to the scenic landscape dotted with small farms and cute villages.

Day 7: Flam - Gudvangen - Borgund Church

Morning departure towards Flam. If you decide to take the optional train ride, the bus will leave you at the train station in Voss. First part of the train journey takes you to Myrdal station. Myrdal station is a mountain railway station and junction, located about 13 km from the village Flåm. There you will switch to Flåmsbana train. Flåmsbana is one of the steepest trainlines in the world and the train journey runs through fantastic nature, past the Rallar road, steep mountains, breathtaking waterfalls, through 20 tunnels and offers so many viewpoints that many feel like travelling multiple times between the mountain and the fjord.

Whether you arrived here by bus or train, in Flåm you will *Schedule permitting, join a cruise to Gudvangen, sailing through the idyllic Sognefjord, which is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Free time in Gudvangen to explore this village inhabited by Vikings. After lunch driving toward Gol.

Day 8: Gol - Oslo

Today you will return to Oslo.

Continue along the beautiful scenery of Norwegian highlands and coast of Lake Kroderen. In the afternoon, upon arrival in Oslo, you will enjoy a 3-hour sightseeing tour with a local guide. The guided tour of the city includes a visit to the Frogner Park, with all sculptural Vigeland. You will also see the magnificent Royal Palace, City Hall and Akershus Fortress.

Remainder of the day at leisure.

Day 9: Farewell

Enjoy some last-minute shopping for the Viking souvenirs.

Transfer to the airport on your own. (Private transfer can be pre-booked in advance).

End of our services.

Day 8: Gol - Oslo

Accommodation:

• 8 overnights in the mentioned hotel/ cruise or similar, with breakfast (Day 1 - Day 8)

Meals:

• 2x Lunch on Havila - Day 3,4
• 1x tasting platter in Bergen - Day 5
• 3x Dinners - Day 3,6,7

Transport:

• Long distance coach 3 days (Day 6 - Day 8)
• Transfer from hotel to train station in Oslo - Day 2
• Train from Oslo - Trondheim (Day 2)
• LDC at disposal in Trondheim 3h - Day 2
• Transfer from Harbor +LDC at disposal in Bergen 2h - Day 4
• Ferry Gjermundshamn - Årsnes (Day 6)

Tour Escort:

• English speaking escort (Day 1 - Day 9)

Sightseeing & Activities:

• 2-hour sightseeing with a local guide in Trondheim (walking tour) - Day 2
• 2-hour sightseeing with a local guide in Bergen (walking tour) - Day 4
• Floibanen funicular return ticket - Day 5
• Excursion to Brandhusdalen - Day 6
• Sorfjorden Cruise - Day 6
• Cruise on the Aurlandsfjord fjord FlamGudvangen or VV - Day 7
• Borgund Stavkirke (exterior) - Day 7
• 3-hour sightseeing with a local guide in Oslo (by bus) - Day 8

• International & Domestic Flights
• Airport transfers
• Drinks, Lunches & Dinners not mentioned in the program
• Tips & Personal Expenses
• Luggage Handling
• Optional tours and activities