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Highlights of Norway’s Fjords & Cities

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Travel across the “roof of Norway” on unforgettable train journeys to uncover the country’s majestic fjords and stylish cities

Travel among a group of like-minded travelers led by a professional tour manager

Mobility Rating 3

2027 Tour code: FJS27

About the tour

Experience the beauty of Norway, from its natural wonders to charming cities, on this rail tour across stunning landscapes.

Journey through the impressive wilderness of plateaus and waterfalls on two of the world's most famous train journeys: the Bergen Railway and the Flåm Railway. Marvel at towering cliff faces on a breathtaking fjordland cruise and discover the history of two of Norway's biggest cities.

From the elegant capital of Oslo, with its cultural museums and charming streets, to the port of Bergen's colorful wooden buildings, Norway impresses in many ways.

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Unforgettable Experiences

Journeying along the Flåm Railway
Journeying along the Flåm Railway
Regarded as one of the world’s most stunning railways, the Flåm Railway rises from beside a fjord to a height of more than 2,800 feet, passing verdant valleys and the dramatic Kjosfossen waterfall.
Riding across the Norwegian wilderness on the Bergen Railway
Riding across the Norwegian wilderness on the Bergen Railway
As northern Europe’s highest railway, the jaw-dropping Bergen Railway showcases Norway’s untamed wilderness as it traverses the Hardanger Plateau, crossing a training ground for Arctic explorers enroute to Oslo.
Enjoying a spellbinding fjord cruise from Bergen to Flåm
Enjoying a spellbinding fjord cruise from Bergen to Flåm
Experience the peace and tranquility of the fjordlands as you cruise across Sognefjord – Norway’s longest and deepest – and admire jaw-dropping views of towering cliffs and crashing waterfalls.
Basking in excellent views on the Voss Gondola
Basking in excellent views on the Voss Gondola
Travel on the modern cable car to the summit of Mount Hangur for panoramic views over the surrounding mountains and the serene Vangsvatnet Lake.
Touring Bergen’s historic center
Touring Bergen’s historic center
Once the largest "wooden" city in northern Europe, the multicolored buildings lining the picturesque Bryggen waterfront are now UNESCO-listed and await your discovery on a guided sightseeing tour of Bergen.
Uncovering Norway’s capital on an Oslofjord cruise
Uncovering Norway’s capital on an Oslofjord cruise
Gain a new perspective on stylish Oslo while exploring Oslofjord on a cruise, viewing picture-perfect islands and scenic vistas, before time at leisure to explore the city’s innovative architecture and elegant buildings.

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Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrive in Oslo, Norway’s stylish capital

Your Norwegian vacations begins as you touch down in the country's capital, Oslo. On arrival, make your own way to our centrally located hotel. The easiest way to transfer is to board the express rail service to Oslo Central Station. These spacious and sleek modern trains provide an immediate glimpse of the country's effective railway system as you glide efficiently into the heart of the Norwegian capital.

After checking in to our four-star hotel directly outside the station, the rest of the day is at leisure. Only a short distance from our hotel is the 17th-century cathedral. Used for state occasions, it is encircled on three sides by the beautiful Romanesque Revival bazaars - a charming, curved arcade built in the mid-1800s to house butcher stalls; they now contain independent stores and cozy restaurants.

This evening, you can enjoy your first taste of Norway's revered cuisine at one of the city's many appetizing restaurants. Overnight Oslo.

Day 2 - At leisure in Oslo

Waking up in Norway's capital, you have a free morning and afternoon to explore independently after breakfast.

Nestled at the end of a fjord, Oslo is an innovative green city and is regularly praised for its stylish, modern architecture - although its long history is also prevalent in its churches, palaces and medieval fortress. With a center that is becoming increasingly car-free with more large green spaces, it is pioneering a new future for Norway's cities. You could also take a cruise around idyllic Oslofjord, stopping to visit the museums of Bygdøy, viewing a 19th-century polar exploration ship at the Fram Museum or wandering round the open-air Norwegian Museum of Cultural History.

This evening, return to the hotel to meet the Tour Manager and your travel group, and then we take a short walk to a local restaurant for a three-course meal. Overnight Oslo.

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  • Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3 - Into the Norwegian wilds on the Bergen Railway

Norway's incredible landscapes are revealed to us after breakfast today as we enjoy a breathtaking journey along the full length of northern Europe's highest railway line, the Bergen Railway.

Winding between fjords and lakes, we enter the beautiful Hallingdal Valley before heading east. We experience Norway's dramatic contrasts and discover why this route is considered one of the world's most beautiful train journeys. Crossing the vast Hardangervidda Plateau, we reach the isolated settlement of Finse. At 4,000 feet above sea level, this is the highest point on this spectacular route. Due to its remoteness, arctic explorers Scott and Shakleton trained in the area - and it also featured in the original Star Wars film as the ice planet of Hoth.

Emerging from the 5.5-mile-long Trollkona Tunnel, we follow the shore of Veafjorden on our approach to Bergen. After checking into our central hotel, you are free to explore and dine independently in the evening. As a historic harbor city and a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, Bergen specializes in fantastic fresh seafood. Overnight Bergen

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  • Breakfast
Day 4 - Touring Bergen and its historic waterfront

A leisurely breakfast precedes a guided sightseeing tour of Bergen. On our explorations, we visit the delightful Bryggen waterfront, with its colorful historic warehouses and narrow alleyways. Once the center of the old Hanseatic port that played a key role in trade between Norway and the rest of Europe, this picturesque wharf was also Europe's largest "wooden" city.

After our tour, you could start a free afternoon at the long-standing fish market before visiting one of the city's many galleries and museums. Bergen's Art Gallery exhibits a vast collection of works by Norwegian artists, including Edvard Munch, while the Science Museum provides a fascinating insight into industry and research in the area. For spectacular panoramas of countless scenic islands, you could ride the Fløibanen funicular to discover why Bergen is called the "capital of the fjords."

Dining independently tonight, you could visit one of the city's many excellent restaurants to try local specialties like persetorsk (a traditional fish dish) or reindeer meat. Overnight Bergen.

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  • Breakfast
Day 5 - A breathtaking fjordland cruise and the Flåm Railway

Today is a highlight of the trip as we marvel at quintessential Norwegian scenes from beginning to end. Our journey begins after an early breakfast with a five-and-a-half-hour cruise through the fjordland region. Sailing past remote, craggy islands, we make our way to Sognefjord - Norway's longest and deepest. As we delve further into this breathtaking landscape, the scenery becomes increasingly dramatic, with pretty villages dwarfed by nature. Massive peaks and crashing waterfalls line our route to the shores of Aurlandsfjord and the village of Flåm.

After a short walk from the harbor, we board one of the world's steepest standard-gauge railways, the Flåm Railway. This is one of the world's greatest rail journeys, trundling across leafy canyons for 12 miles. After pausing to admire the mighty Kjosfossen waterfall, which cascades more than 700 feet, we arrive in Myrdal and change trains for the service to Voss.

We arrive in this beautiful lakeside town late this afternoon and check into our hotel for the next two nights. Enjoy dinner at the hotel restaurant this evening. Overnight Voss.

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  • Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6 - Breathtaking views from the Voss Gondola

Waking to idyllic vistas of Vangsvatnet nestled between rolling peaks, we enjoy breakfast before walking to the boarding point for the Voss Gondola. This modern cable car takes us on a scenic 2,500-foot ascent to the summit of Mount Hangur in nine minutes. During the journey, we look out over the snow-capped peaks, evergreen forests and sparkling lakes spread out before us.

With pastries and a hot drink provided at the top, you can admire the excellent views or take a short walk. The rest of your day is free to spend as you choose in one of Norway's most popular destinations for enjoying nature. Encircled by high mountains, wooded valleys, cascading waterfalls and meandering rivers, you could relax in these picturesque surroundings or explore the history of Voss. Visit Voss Church, an impressive stone building built in 1277 and still in use today, or Finnesloftet, a medieval banqueting hall and Norway's oldest non-religious building.

Returning to our hotel this evening, we enjoy dinner in the on-site restaurant.

Includes
  • Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7 - Returning to Oslo

Retracing our tracks after breakfast, we return to Oslo by rail, enjoying the exquisite scenery and charming towns along the Bergen Railway once again.

After checking back into our Oslo hotel, you have an evening at leisure to enjoy the sights and restaurants of Norway's capital as you wish. This innovative green city is regularly commended for its progressive architecture, and with a people-friendly center that is becoming increasingly car-free with more large green spaces, it is pioneering a new future for European cities.

Strolling through historic Christiana reveals charming early 18th-century architecture. Here, you could opt for a traditional Norwegian dinner at the city's oldest restaurant, the elegant Engebret Café. Alternatively, discover the stylish Aker Brygge boardwalk beside Oslofjord, where you can find cuisines from around the world; however, Norwegian cuisine is revered for its creative blend of fresh ingredients, traditional methods and harmonious flavors. Overnight Oslo.

Includes
  • Breakfast
Day 8 - Viewing the capital on an Oslofjord cruise

A leisurely stroll after breakfast takes us to the pier for a two-hour cruise around Oslofjord, gliding through narrow inlets dotted with forested islands.

Reflecting the capital's innovation, the angled surfaces of the modern Opera House give the impression of rising out of the water. We also view the wooden Dyna Lighthouse and Hovedøya, a strategic island that was the location of a Cistercian monastery in the 12th century. This cruise is a fitting and stirring way to bring our exploration of beautiful Norway to a conclusion.

Afterward, the rest of the afternoon is free. This cultural city has many fascinating museums and galleries to visit, including the Munch Museum or the National Museum, which contains Edvard Munch's world-famous "The Scream." The neighboring Nobel Peace Centre documents the history of the prestigious award, while Karl Johans Gate contains the Parliament building. This evening, we celebrate our journey with a final dinner at a restaurant near our hotel. Overnight Oslo.

Includes
  • Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9 - Traveling home

Traveling from Oslo to Bergen and back has provided incredible views of Norway's natural beauty, while explorations of these cities have given us an insight into the country's long history. Aboard sensational rail journeys and unforgettable fjord cruises, we have uncovered jaw-dropping landscapes and embraced welcoming hospitality.

After breakfast this morning, your Norwegian vacation comes to an end as you check out of the hotel and make your own way to the airport for your onward journey.

Includes
  • Breakfast

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Departure times

Departure times vary based on selected rail vacation. This information will be provided in your final documents. For more information please speak with your rail specialist.

Mobility information

Due to the nature of our tours, they are generally unsuitable for those with restricted mobility. Please reference our Mobility Ratings Information, and if you’d like to discuss any particular vacation with us in this respect, then please don’t hesitate to call us at 1-877-929-7245.

Hotels

Zander K, Bergen

Zander K, Bergen

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Radisson Blu Plaza, Oslo

Radisson Blu Plaza, Oslo

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Thon Hotel Opera, Oslo

Thon Hotel Opera, Oslo

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Fleischer’s Hotel, Voss

Fleischer’s Hotel, Voss

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Trains

Bergen Railway
Flåm Railway

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