Forget the Big Ships - Norwegian Fjords
Experience the beauty and culture of the Norwegian fjords by scenic coach, small boats and a spectacular rail journey from the tiny fjord village of Flåm.
Overview
This is a beautiful holiday in the southern Norwegian fjords, allowing you to indulge in Norwegian fjords culture in a way that simply cannot be experienced when travelling on a large cruise ship. Using local transport services to negotiate the fjords gives a sense of freedom and an appreciation of true magnificence of the Norwegian fjords. Steep mountains and deep fjords offer unique photo opportunities during long summer days.
Stavanger is a beautiful coastal town with its foundations in the 11th century. Located in the south western corner of Norway you will find colourful streets with listed buildings. The Lysefjord is a major attraction along with the pulpit rock, standing 604m above the Lysefjord.
From Bergen, the Hardangerfjord is easily accessible with regular sightseeing tours by coach and boat. Bergen is also a great location from which to admire the scenery from vantage points. The city funicular and the cable car at the 'Seven Mountains' are such places. From here you will take the express boat to Flåm.
Flåm is located at the end of the Aurlandsfjord, an extension of Sognefjord and a village with a famous railway. From Flåm take the famous Flåm railway to Myrdal (one of the world’s steepest railway lines) and change to the regular trains for a journey back to Bergen.
Suggested Itinerary
| Day 1 | Fly from UK to Stavanger |
| Self transfer to your hotel in Stavanger centre | |
| Check in | |
| Time to explore | |
| Day 2 | Breakfast at your hotel |
| Day at leisure to explore Stavanger and perhaps the Lysefjord | |
| Day 3 | Breakfast at your hotel |
| 1015 departure on the coastal coach between Stavanger & Bergen | |
| Scenic drive through the archipelago, across bridges, on board fjord ferries & alongside spectacular fjords | |
| 1515 arrival in centre of Bergen | |
| Self transfer to your hotel | |
| Check in | |
| Enjoy Bergen | |
| Day 4 | Breakfast at your hotel |
| A day at leisure to enjoy Bergen or perhaps the Hardangerfjord | |
| Day 5 | Breakfast at your hotel |
| 0800 departure from the quay side in Bergen centre | |
| Express ferry through the famous Sognefjord, to the Aurlandsfjord and the village of Flåm | |
| 1325 arrival | |
| Short walk from the quay side to your hotel | |
| Check in | |
| Relax & enjoy Flåm. | |
| Day 6 | Breakfast at your hotel |
| Lots of scenery to explore in Flåm! | |
| Day 7 | Breakfast at your hotel |
| 1220 The famous Flåm railway - one of the world's steepest | |
| 1315 Arrival in Myrdal | |
| 1325 departure for Bergen arriving at 1600 | |
| Self transfer to Bergen airport (regular airport coach service) | |
| Flights back to the UK | |
| ´ | Times are approx. |
Accommodation
Clarion Collection Hotel Skagen Brygge
Located on the waterfront in the centre of Stavanger, just 500m from the train station, Hotel Skagen Brygge is part of the Clarion Collection range and offers comfortable accommodation in the region of the southern Norwegian fjords.
Stavanager is a modern cosmopolitan city in historic surroundings, founded in 1125. In the centre, listed wooden houses from the 17th & 18th centuries give the charm and character of a small coastal town.
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Hotel Admiral - Bergen
The Admiral Hotel is located on the quayside in Bergen. Half of the rooms offer a harbour view and views of the historic quay just across the water. You will also find a cosy waterside terrace. The hotel is conveniently located just a couple of minutes’ walk from shops, bars and restaurants and the airport bus stop is handily located close to the tourist office on the quayside.
There is lots to do and we recommend a visit to the tourist office. There are several fjord excursions including the Hardanger- and Sognefjords. The famous Flåm railway is easily accessible and the train to / from Oslo offers spectacular scenery. A guided walk is a good idea to obtain local knowledge. Admire the views from the funicular (in the city) or take the cable car to the top of the 'seven mountains'.
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Flåmsbrygga Hotel - Flåm
Located on the quayside in the picturesque fjord village of Flåm, Flåmsbrygga Hotel offers warm and welcoming accommodation in the heart of fjord Norway. The hotel rooms are decorated with wooden floors, the warm glow of pine walls, and views of the surrounding scenery through large windows and glass balcony doors.
Flåm is situated at the end of the Aurlandsfjord, an extension of the famous Sognefjord. Flåmsbrygga translates as ‘Flåm Brewerey’ and is home to world class beer, winning three medals at the world beer brewing championship in 2012.
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Fretheim Hotel - Flåm
A historic manor farm house from the 1800s in the picturesque fjord village of Flåm. The hotel has 122 rooms with either fjord or mountain views in modern or historic settings. Previously a hunting retreat for the rich English upper class in search of salmon and reindeer, Christian Fretheim opened the hotel in 1902 to offer a warm welcome to the many tourists now flocking to this beautiful location at the end of the fjord. That warm welcome is still available today!
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Activities & Excursions
Here are just a few of the available activities in the area.
Stavanger
Stavanger is surrounded by fjords and one of the most famous is Lysefjorden. The Pulpit rock is a view point 604m above the Lysefjord. Trips are available by boat to see the pulpit rock from the fjord and some hiking trips are also available to the top. Take a walk along Øvre Holmegate in the centre of Stavanger with colourful wooden houses.
Bergen
There is lots to do and we recommend a visit to the tourist office. There are several fjord excursions including the Hardanger- and Sognefjords. The famous Flåm railway is easily accessible and the train to / from Oslo offers spectacular scenery. A guided walk is a good idea to obtain local knowledge. Admire the views from the funicular (in the city) or take the cable car to the top of the Seven Mountains.
Flåm
Take a trip by boat into the fjords and a journey on the Flåm railway, rent a bike, take a guided walk or rent a kayak and make a visit to the Magical White Caves in Gudvangen.
Dates
1May to 30Sep
Prices
Price from £1115 per person (based on 2 people in double / twin room)
Single supplement from £250
Includes
6 nights bed and breakfast
Return flights from UK
Coastal coach from Stavanger to Bergen
Fjord ferry from Bergen to Flåm
Train via Flåm railway to Bergen
