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Premium Norwegian Fjords

Premium Norwegian Fjords

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Encounter the beauty of Norway’s west coast on an eight-day Premium adventure that’s brimming with striking fjord views and local history to discover. Meet a local family for a cultural tour, get hands-on with some fishing and traditional ropemaking and retreat to your charming sea house Feature Stay in Kalvag. See the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Geirangerfjord from two different perspectives – first by cruise, then from a spectacular viewpoint at the summit of the Trollstigen mountain pass. Round out your scenic journey with a ride on the iconic Golden Train, plus a taste of local culture in Alesund and renowned cuisine in Trondheim, Norway’s food capital. This is an adventure to remember!

Trip Name
Premium Norwegian Fjords
Last Updated
1970-01-01
Days
8
Capacity
12
Highlights
  • Be immersed in Nordic fishing village life at your Feature Stay – the charming sea houses of Knutholmen. Find tranquility in your warm, comfortable room and the floating sauna overlooking the bay.
  • Sail to Vaeroya Island with a local villager and learn about Norwegian coastal life. Try your hand at fishing, set up crab pots and have a traditional seafood lunch.
  • Board the Golden Train, an iconic route passing through mountains, waterfalls and rivers. See the Kylling Bridge, Vermafossen waterfall and the Troll Wall – Europe’s tallest vertical rock face, at more than 1000 m tall.
  • Join a local family for a cultural tour of Kalvag. Ride a restored wooden boat through the harbour, taste some local herring and learn a traditional rope-making technique as you uncover the local fishing village history.
  • Cruise through UNESCO World Heritage-listed Geirangerfjord, where waterfalls rush down steep mountainside. Take in panoramic views of the fjord from Dalsnibba – Norway’s highest fjord lookout.

Itinerary

ITINERARY CHANGES Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It's important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, political unrest or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. Your group leader or local representative will keep you up to date with any such changes once your trip is underway and has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the trip itinerary if deemed necessary due to safety concerns. , OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES A selection of optional activities that have been popular with past travellers are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only for some of what might be available. Prices are approximate, are for entrance fees only, and don’t include transport to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. All activities are subject to availability, and maybe on a join-in basis. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination, so some pre-planning for what you are most interested in is advised. When it's recommended that travellers pre-book these activities, look for a note in the Special Information section of the day-to-day itinerary. For most, they can either be organised independently on the day, or let your group leader or local representative know you are interested at the Welcome Meeting and they can assist. Where activities are considered medium or high risk, we work with operators whose safety and credentials we have sighted and assessed. Although it is possible that you may find the same activity cheaper with another operator on the ground, we cannot vouch for the safety or quality of that operator. Medium and high-risk activities not listed above have not been assessed by us and as such our staff and group leader or local representative are unable to assist you with organising these activities. Activities that contravene our Responsible Travel policies are also not listed. Please remember that the decision to partake in any activity not listed is at your own discretion and risk., MUSEUM VISITS & OPENING TIMES Many sites, attractions and museums are closed on Mondays (and sometimes Tuesdays). We recommend checking the opening times of anywhere you're interested to visit and making reservations where required/possible.

Day 1 - Bergen
Hei! Welcome to Norway. Your adventure begins in Bergen – a coastal city framed by fjords, with colourful wooden buildings lining its UNESCO World Heritage-listed wharf. When you arrive at the airport, you’ll be transferred to your accommodation. You’ll have a welcome meeting at 5 pm to meet your local leader and fellow travellers. After the meeting, head out for a welcome dinner with your group. If you arrive early, you might like to go for a stroll through Bergen’s historic streets to get a lay of the land – you could even take the Floibanen funicular up to Mt Floyen to get a bird’s eye view of the city.
Day 2 - Nordfjord
Board a ferry this morning to Smorhamn port, located in Kalvag – a historic fishing village set on the island of Froya. During this scenic journey, take in dramatic views of the coast and fjords. When you arrive, you’ll check into your Feature Stay hotel – Knutholmen. With warm, charmingly decorated rooms and a floating sauna overlooking the bay, these sea houses will be a relaxing base for you to retreat to over the next two days of exploring Kalvag. This afternoon, you’ll go on a cultural tour of the Coastal Heritage Association, led by a local family. The association aims to preserve Kalvag’s fishing history and its traditional boathouses. Learn about daily village life and local history, plus try your hand at a traditional rope-making technique using glass floats. You’ll also taste some local herring and go on a short ride around the harbour in restored wooden boats. After, you’ll have some free time – maybe unwind at the floating sauna at your Feature Stay.
Day 3 - Nordfjord
Set sail today for a boat trip to Vaeroya Island, located west of Knutholmen. As you sail, you’ll do some fishing and set up crab pots, led by a local guide who will share stories about life on Norway’s coast. Arrive on Vaeroya, where you’ll go on a guided tour of the island, then join your group for a seafood lunch of boiled crab and soup. If weather permits, you’ll have lunch on the pier, otherwise you’ll eat inside the boathouse. After, sail back to Kalvag and return to your accommodation. There’s the option to go on a hike to Flona with your leader. This hike takes you to one of Kalvag’s most scenic viewpoints. Starting at Knutholmen, you’ll wind through the village before continuing along the trail up to Flona. From the top, you’ll see sweeping views over Floro – Norway’s westernmost town – Kvanhovden lighthouse and the surrounding islands. This is an easy hike that’s suitable for all ages.
Day 4 - Alesund
Say goodbye to Knutholmen in the morning and make the scenic journey to Alesund. You’ll travel by private vehicle, then take two local ferries, passing through Nordfjordeid along the way. When you arrive, join your leader for a walking tour of the city. Alesund is known for its distinctive Art Nouveau architecture and is considered the cultural centre of the Sunnmore coastal district. You have a free evening – ask your leader for recommendations on the best spots for dinner and maybe try the local specialty of fish soup (typically salted cod cooked in a tomato stew base).
Day 5 - Åndalsnes
Embark on a cruise through Geirangerfjord and get ready for some of the most picturesque views of the trip. This UNESCO World Heritage-listed fjord is dotted with waterfalls rushing down steep mountainside. Arrive at the village of Geiranger, then continue to viewpoints at Dalsnibba – Norway’s highest fjord lookout, sitting at 1500 m – and Flydalsjuvet. Then, continue your drive along Trollstigen – a spectacular mountain pass that winds through eleven hairpin turns up through the Romsdalen Valley to reach a panoramic viewpoint at the top. Continue to the village of Andalsnes, where you’ll spend the night. Check into your accommodation, then you'll have some free time to relax and maybe head to a restaurant for dinner.
Day 6 - Trondheim
Board the Golden Train this morning for a round trip on what’s often referred to as one of Europe’s most scenic train routes. This rail journey takes you past some of Norway’s most iconic landmarks including the Troll Wall – Europe’s tallest vertical rock face at more than 1000 m from base to summit – the famous Kylling Bridge and Vermafossen waterfall, the largest waterfall in the Romsdalen Valley, plus plenty more towering mountains, mighty waterfalls and rivers along the way. After you arrive back in Andalsnes, you’ll take a gondola up to Eggen Restaurant, perched 708 m above sea level on Nesaksla mountain. Have lunch while you take in the views of Romsdalsfjord from the restaurant’s 360-degree windows. Then, begin the drive to Trondheim, taking in more views of Norway’s landscapes and making some stops along the way – you might stop at Avdem Gardsysteri, a dairy farm where you can browse a range of cheese, ciders and other local produce. Arrive in Trondheim in the early evening and check into your accommodation, then you'll have a free evening.
Day 7 - Trondheim
Experience the renowned cuisine of Trondheim on a food tour today. This city is considered the food capital of Norway, and this leader-led tour is a great chance to sample some local specialties like fresh cod, salmon, reindeer and elk. You might try some traditional rakfisk (fermented fish) or lutefisk (dried whitefish). Tonight, join your group for a farewell dinner and toast to a trip well-travelled!
Day 8 - Trondheim
With no further activities planned, your adventure comes to an end. A complimentary transfer to the airport will be provided.

Trip Dates

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30-05-202706-06-2027AUD $ 9,995-
13-06-202720-06-2027AUD $ 9,995-
04-07-202711-07-2027AUD $ 9,995-
18-07-202725-07-2027AUD $ 9,995-
01-08-202708-08-2027AUD $ 9,995-
15-08-202722-08-2027AUD $ 9,995-
22-08-202729-08-2027AUD $ 9,995-
05-09-202712-09-2027AUD $ 9,995-
19-09-202726-09-2027AUD $ 9,995-
28-05-202804-06-2028AUD $ 9,995-
11-06-202818-06-2028AUD $ 9,995-
02-07-202809-07-2028AUD $ 9,995-
16-07-202823-07-2028AUD $ 9,995-
30-07-202806-08-2028AUD $ 9,995-
13-08-202820-08-2028AUD $ 9,995-
20-08-202827-08-2028AUD $ 9,995-
03-09-202810-09-2028AUD $ 9,995-
17-09-202824-09-2028AUD $ 9,995-

Accommodation

Comfortable hotel (5 nights), Feature Stay (2 nights)

Transport

Private vehicle, boat

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