Summary
While many know Norway for its stunning fjords, charming towns, and expansive rivers reflecting majestic mountains, this uniquely shaped country at the edge of Europe offers much more.
Sophisticated and cosmopolitan Oslo is superbly located at the head of its own fjord and seems surrounded by water. From its amazing Opera House, which was built to resemble a glacier at the water’s edge, to its Royal Palace, art galleries, and maritime museums, this is a city that will surely surprise and delight you.
We also enjoy two of Europe’s most breathtaking rail journeys: the Oslo to Bergen plus the celebrated Flåm railway – one of the world’s steepest standard-gauge railways, operating without cogs or cables. Then there are, of course, the majestic fjords and our tour includes a cruise on the unforgettable UNESCO-listed Naeroyfjord. And finally, typically Nordic Bergen – a member of the medieval Hanseatic League, crammed with charming, cobbled streets and colourful buildings lining its delightful quayside.
Themes: History & Culture
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Oslo is the capital of Norway and is also its largest city, situated at the head of Oslo Fjord and surrounded by hills and forests. Home to some 50 museums and...
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Oslo is the capital of Norway and is also its largest city, situated at the head of Oslo Fjord and surrounded by hills and forests. Home to some 50 museums and...
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Surrounded by mountains and sparkling fjords, the waterside city of Bergen has a spectacular setting. There has been a settlement here since medieval times and...
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Surrounded by mountains and sparkling fjords, the waterside city of Bergen has a spectacular setting. There has been a settlement here since medieval times and...
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Surrounded by mountains and sparkling fjords, the waterside city of Bergen has a spectacular setting. There has been a settlement here since medieval times and...
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Oslo is the capital of Norway and is also its largest city, situated at the head of Oslo Fjord and surrounded by hills and forests. Home to some 50 museums and...
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Oslo is the capital of Norway and is also its largest city, situated at the head of Oslo Fjord and surrounded by hills and forests. Home to some 50 museums and...
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Surrounded by mountains and sparkling fjords, the waterside city of Bergen has a spectacular setting. There has been a settlement here since medieval times and...
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Surrounded by mountains and sparkling fjords, the waterside city of Bergen has a spectacular setting. There has been a settlement here since medieval times and...
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Surrounded by mountains and sparkling fjords, the waterside city of Bergen has a spectacular setting. There has been a settlement here since medieval times and...
Full descriptionDAY 1
Oslo is the capital of Norway and is also its largest city, situated at the head of Oslo Fjord and surrounded by hills and forests. Home to some 50 museums and full of galleries, cafés, a sculpture park and the Royal Palace, this vibrant city with its handsome 19th-century buildings and wide streets has much to offer. Its history dates back 1,000 years, and includes a rich seafaring heritage that ranges from the Viking era to Thor Heyerdahl’s Kon Tiki expedition. Discover more about this exciting city on our varied selection of excursions.
DAY 6
Surrounded by mountains and sparkling fjords, the waterside city of Bergen has a spectacular setting. There has been a settlement here since medieval times and the colourful waterfront buildings of the Hanseatic wharf, known as Bryggen, are testament to its fascinating history of trade. As Norway’s best known medieval settlement, the Bryggen is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Our comprehensive selection of excursions allows you to discover the many sides of Bergen, such as the fish market and narrow cobbled streets, as well as stunning views of the city from the summit of Mt Fløyen. Alternatively, those who have visited the city previously may like to experience one of the tours that travel further afield. Just 300 yards from the main piers, you will find the Fortress Museum (Fesningsmuseum), which has an interesting collection of objects related to World War II.
Dates & prices
Flights included from London Gatwick and Manchester
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Departs
Fri 7 May 2027
from £2,399 pp
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