Norwegian Fjords

Norwegian Fjords
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Description

Summary

Starts
Oslo
Duration
11 days
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy

Description

Embark on an unforgettable 11-day journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Norway. This multi-day tour will take you through the bustling capital of Oslo, the idyllic harbor town of Arendal, the ruggedly beautiful coastal villages of Lista, and the enchanting Loen Fjord. You'll explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bryggen, cruise across the legendary Sognefjord Nærøyfjord, and visit the iconic wooden stave church in Lom. From the scenic Norwegian Riviera to the towering mountains and verdant valleys of Flåm, this tour offers a unique blend of cultural immersion, historical exploration, and natural beauty. Whether you're a history buff, a nature lover, or a cultural explorer, this tour promises a wealth of experiences that will leave you with lasting memories.

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Included

Buffet breakfasts daily; 4 dinners

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Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi; ferry crossings; Flåm train Myrdal-Flåm; Bergen Railway Voss to Myrdal; Sognefjord cruise

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10 nights accommodation:

Oslo: First Hotel Millennium

Kristiansand: Scandic Sorlandet

Stavanger: Scandic Forum

Bergen: Thon Bristol

Sognefjord Area: Lindstroem Hotel

Loen :Loenfjord

Lillehammer: Scandic Victoria Lillehamme

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With COSMOS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

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The health and safety of our guests remains our top priority and while we highly recommend that travellers are vaccinated against COVID-19,

after 1 March, 2023

, we will no longer require it. Destinations and other transportation operators – like airlines – have their own rules and regulations. It will be up to the responsibility of our guests to understand and comply with those policies to move freely across the globe.

The Globus family of brands previous policy – requiring all guests be vaccinated against COVID-19 –

remains in effect until 1 March

, 2023. Anyone travelling before that date on a Globus, Cosmos or Avalon Waterways holiday must be fully vaccinated.

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The following requirements are in place traveling Internationally throughout 2021 and domestically beginning Sept. 1, 2021:

- Full vaccination against COVID-19 in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Vaccination documentation must include information that identifies the person and vaccination date(s). Proof of full vaccination must show that official vaccination dose(s) were administered at least 14-days prior to the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. Globus accepts vaccines authorized or recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Travelers may encounter additional requirements if their vaccine is not recognized by the travel destination.

- For children who do not qualify for vaccination, one of the two forms of documentation are required to travel:

1) Verifiable negative COVID-19 test result in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Testing must be performed by an entity recognized by your government of residence, using a viral test (NAAT/PCR or antigen). The test result documentation must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A negative test result must show the test was done within 72 hours before the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands.

2) If you recovered from COVID-19 in the last three months, and have met the criteria to end isolation, you may travel instead with documentation of recovery, which includes a positive test result and a letter from your health care provider that states you have been cleared to end isolation (return to work, travel, etc.) The test result documentation and letter must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A positive test result must show test was done within 3 months of the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands.

A SAFE & WARM WELCOME:

We will enact new tour check-in procedures and pre-trip health screenings to offer guests a safe start to their journey, including adherence to social distancing requirements.

BLENDING CULTURAL PROXIMITY WITH SOCIAL DISTANCE:

We will ensure safe distances for our guests throughout the journey, on coach and during excursions. This includes providing masks for our guests use at any time where social proximity could be an issue as well as the possibility of reducing group sizes, if required. And wireless listening technology—including our Go Beyond Devices in Europe—enables safe distances between our guests and other travelers on excursions.

FOCUS ON GUEST AND TEAM MEMBER HEALTH:

To ensure a healthy environment for our team and our guests, we will conduct regular temperature checks for both guests and our team, and when necessary, masks will be worn by our team when with guests.

TOUCHING HEARTS, NOT HANDS:

Traveling with Cosmos removes many of the “touch points” of travel, including luggage handling, check in/out, expedited entry into attractions and more. We are further reducing risk with hands-free services, including all self-services replaced by staff, including buffet meals replaced with table service. We will also ensure hand sanitizing is available throughout each trip, on coach and in hotels.

COMMITMENT TO CLEAN:

As a part of our commitment to clean, we are requiring enhanced cleaning procedures with our hotel partners, on our motorcoaches, vehicles and throughout every trip, including additional daily disinfecting procedures that go above-and-beyond our already strict health and safety procedures.

PARTNERS IN DISCOVERY AND IN HEALTH:

Cosmos has strict health and safety protocols, which have been in place for years, focused on ensuring all aspects of our operation—from vehicles and equipment used on trip to excursions and hotel procedures. This process will continue with new, elevated health and safety checks, to maintain our promise that each touch-point of our tours and cruises are considered in our commitment to guest and team member well-being.

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All sightseeing and activities stated as included.

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Map

Attractions

Photo of Akershus Fortress building in the city center of Oslo, Norway.Akershus Fortress
Einarsneset, Farsund, Agder, NorwayEinarsneset
Panorama of historical buildings of Bergen at Christmas time. View of old wooden Hanseatic houses in BergenBryggen
Photo of the Flåm Line that is a 20.2-kilometer long railway line between Myrdal and Flåm in Aurland Municipality, in Vestland county, Norway.Flåm Line
Barbu Park, Arendal, Agder, NorwayParc Barbu
Norvegian stave church Lomskyrkja in Lom, Norway. The historic wooden stave Lom Stave Church, Middle ages.Lom Stave Church
More details Norwegian Railroadmuseum, Hamar.Norway.Norwegian Railway Museum
Photo of sculptures in Frogner Park in Oslo ,Norway.Frogner Park
NærøyfjordenNærøyfjord
Flekkefjord Line, Flekkefjord, Agder, NorwayFlekkefjord Line
GeirangerfjordenGeirangerfjord

Daily Itinerary

Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Oslo

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Oslo

  • Oslo - Arrival day
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Welcome to Oslo, the vibrant capital of Norway. After checking into your hotel, you have the rest of the day to start exploring the city at your own pace. In the evening, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers.

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Day 2 – Day 2: Oslo to Kristiansand via Arendal

Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Oslo to Kristiansand via Arendal

  • Oslo
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  • Parc Barbu
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Today, we journey along the scenic Norwegian Riviera, making a stop at the idyllic harbor town of Arendal. Known for its timber exports and its old Town Hall, Arendal offers a glimpse into Norway's maritime history. We then continue to Kristiansand, where you can enjoy some free time at the lively fish market or relax at one of the numerous sidewalk cafés.

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Day 3 – Day 3: Kristiansand to Stavanger via Lista Region

Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Kristiansand to Stavanger via Lista Region

  • Stavanger
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  • Einarsneset
  • Flekkefjord Line
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Today, we head into the Lista region, known for its ruggedly beautiful coastal scenery. We'll visit pristine coastal villages like Flekkefjord and Farsund, each boasting whitewashed timber structures and charming lighthouses. Our day ends in Stavanger, where you can explore the Old Town and its captivating collection of 18th- and 19th-century wooden buildings.

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Day 4 – Day 4: Stavanger to Bergen via Hardangerfjord

Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Stavanger to Bergen via Hardangerfjord

  • Stavanger
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We travel via Haugesund to board a ferry across the stunning Hardangerfjord. Be sure to have your camera ready to capture the breathtaking vistas. Our destination for the day is Bergen, known as the 'Green Meadow Among the Mountains.'

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Day 5 – Day 5: Exploring Bergen

Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Exploring Bergen

Day 5: Exploring Bergen

  • Bryggen
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Today is yours to explore Bergen at your own pace. You may wish to spend some time at Bryggen, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its collection of colorful 14th-century Hanseatic buildings lining the harbor. You can also join an optional excursion to discover the history, traditions, and breathtaking views of this beautiful port city.

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Day 6 – Day 6: Bergen to Flåm via Sognefjord Nærøyfjord

Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: Bergen to Flåm via Sognefjord Nærøyfjord

Day 6: Bergen to Flåm via Sognefjord Nærøyfjord

  • Flåm Line
  • Nærøyfjord
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Today, we embark on a special journey. We'll ride the Bergen railway from Voss to Myrdal and then on the renowned Flåm train, offering views of graceful waterfalls, towering mountains, and verdant valleys. Later, we'll enjoy a cruise across Norway's legendary Sognefjord Nærøyfjord.

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Day 7 – Day 7: Flåm to Loen via Nordfjorden Region

Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Flåm to Loen via Nordfjorden Region

Day 7: Flåm to Loen via Nordfjorden Region

  • Geirangerfjord
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Today, we reach the Nordfjorden region and take a break in the enchanting Loen Fjord, gateway to some of Norway's glaciers and home to some of the country's oldest farms.

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Day 8 – Day 8: Exploring Loen Fjord

Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: Exploring Loen Fjord

Day 8: Exploring Loen Fjord

  • Geirangerfjord
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Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Loen Fjord and take advantage of some of the many available outdoor activities. Alternatively, you can sign up for an optional excursion including an unforgettable cruise on the Geiranger Fjord.

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Day 9 – Day 9: Loen to Lillehammer via Lom

Day 9

Day 9 – Day 9: Loen to Lillehammer via Lom

Day 9: Loen to Lillehammer via Lom

  • Lom Stave Church
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We stop in Lom to see its iconic wooden stave church, which dates back to the 12th century. We then continue to Lillehammer, host of the 1994 Winter Olympics and home today to a lively art scene.

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Day 10 – Day 10: Lillehammer to Oslo via Hamar

Day 10

Day 10 – Day 10: Lillehammer to Oslo via Hamar

  • Innlandet
  • Oslo
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  • Akershus Fortress
  • Norwegian Railway Museum
  • Frogner Park
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We visit the dynamic city of Hamar, located on the eastern shore of Mjøsa, the largest lake in Norway. Here, we'll explore the fascinating open-air Ethnological Museum, an active archaeological site that includes ruins of a 950-year-old cathedral. Later, we return to Oslo for a guided tour, visiting the medieval Akershus Castle, National Theater, Parliament, Royal Palace, Broadcasting House, and Frogner Park.

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Day 11 – Day 11: Departure from Oslo

Day 11

Day 11 – Day 11: Departure from Oslo

  • Oslo - Departure day
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Your unforgettable journey through Norway comes to an end after breakfast. We hope you leave with your heart full of memories and your camera full of beautiful photos.

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