Norwegian Fjords Escape with Northern Lights
Norwegian Fjords Escape with Northern Lights
Norwegian Fjords Escape with Northern Lights
10 Days Starting in Oslo, Norway and ending in Tromsø, Norway
Visiting: Oslo, Flam, Bergen, Tromsø, Tromso
Tour operator:
Tour code:
KTBX-2025
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, Northern Lights, Rail Tours, Wildlife Tours
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on the "Norwegian Fjords Escape with Northern Lights" tour and experience the breathtaking beauty of Norway. Begin your journey in Oslo with guided sightseeing through Frogner Park and City Hall. Enjoy a scenic drive through Hallingdal, a picturesque train ride in Flåm with a stop at Kjosfossen waterfall, and an orientation drive in Bergen featuring Bryggen and the Fish Market. Fly to Tromsø for an orientation walk including the Arctic Cathedral, visit a reindeer farm, and enjoy a free day with an optional hybrid-electric boat cruise. This tour offers a perfect blend of natural wonders and cultural heritage, culminating in the magical Northern Lights.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Oslo,Norway
Location: Oslo
Accommodation Name: Thon Europa
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to Oslo! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
ARRIVE IN OSLO, NORWAY Welcome to Oslo! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)OSLO.jpg
Day 2: Oslo
Location: Oslo
Accommodation Name: Thon Europa
Meals Included: Breakfast
OSLO A Walk in the Park OSLO Guided sightseeing includes a walk through Frogner Park and a visit to City Hall. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT ART & ARCHITECTURE Frogner Park contains over 200 sculptures in granite, bronze, and wrought iron, along with fountains and bridges comprising the life’s work of legendary sculptor Gustav Vigeland. Visit the stately Oslo City Hall, with its red-brick architecture, soaring towers, and 49 bells. Here, the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony takes place each year.OSLO-FROGNER-PARK-ESCAPES.jpg
Day 3: Oslo,Gol,Flam
Location: Oslo
Accommodation Name: Fretheim
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
OSLO–GOL–FLAM Norwegian Beauty Scenic drive through Hallingdal. GOL Free time to browse. (B,D)193 mi / 311 kmFREE TIME TIPSEXPLORE MORE in Gol to browse the town centre of this happy little Halingdal Valley town located in Eastern Norway, midway between Oslo and Bergen. GOL.jpg
Day 4: Flam
Location: Flam
Accommodation Name: Fretheim
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
FLAM Deep Blue Drama FLAM [LF] Flåm scenic train ride. Picture stop at Kjosfossen waterfall. (B,D)LOCAL FAVORITE PICTURE PERFECT Get on board Norway's world-famous Flåm train, a journey past deep ravines, cascading waterfalls, snow-capped peaks, and more on one of the world's steepest standard-gauge railway lines. FLAM-TRAIN-ESCAPES.jpg
Day 5: Flam,Bergen
Location: Bergen
Accommodation Name: Thon Hotel Orion
Meals Included: Breakfast
FLAM–BERGEN Coastal Charisma BERGEN Orientation drive includes Bryggen, the Hanseatic Wharf, the harbor, and the Fish Market. (B)104 mi / 167 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTPICTURE PERFECT Beautiful Bergen paints the shoreline with different hues of its wooden houses along the old wharf on Norway’s southwestern coast. Often called the “Fjord Capital of Norway,” Bergen will charm you with its quaint charisma and the breathtaking natural wonder between the seven mountains.BERGEN-ESCAPES.jpg
Day 6: Bergen
Location: Bergen
Accommodation Name: Thon Hotel Orion
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
BERGEN BERGEN Free day. Farewell dinner at your hotel. (B,D) FREE TIME TIPEXPLORE MORE in Bergen at your own pace or consider joining one of our optional excursions to discover more of the city known as the entrance to the kingdom of the fjords which has fostered famous cultural personalities as Edward Grieg. BERGEN.jpg
Day 7: Bergen,Tromsø
Location: Tromsø
Accommodation Name: Thon Hotel Tromso
Meals Included: Breakfast
BERGEN–TROMSØ Shining Lights BERGEN Fly to Tromsø.TROMSØ Orientation walk includes the Arctic Cathedral. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT ICY ARCHITECTURE The Arctic Cathedral stands proud at the end of Tromsø bridge, clearly visible from the centre of the town. Strip lights have been positioned between the 11 lamella panels that make up the church walls. When darkness falls, the church’s unusual shape is visible from all parts of Tromsø to represent the light in the long, dark winter days.TROMSO-CATHEDRAL-ESCAPES.jpg
Day 8: Tromsø
Location: Tromsø
Accommodation Name: Thon Hotel Tromso
Meals Included: Breakfast
TROMSØ Gateway to the North TROMSØ Visit a reindeer farm. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTTake the opportunity to experience the rich cultural heritage of the indigenous Sami people, the indigenous populations of the northern regions of Norway, Sweden, Finland, and parts of Russia, with a unique cultural identity that includes traditional clothing, crafts, and a close connection to reindeer herding. Visit a reindeer farm and try feeding these gentle animals while learning about reindeer herding.TROMOS-REINDEER.jpg
Day 9: Tromsø
Location: Tromsø
Accommodation Name: Thon Hotel Tromso
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
TROMSØ TROMSØ Free day. Farewell dinner at your hotel (B,D)FREE TIME TIPS EXPLORE MORE in Tromsø with a cruise on a hybrid-electric boat to spy the unspoiled natural beauty of fish below and birds above this stunning "Gateway to the North.” TROMSO-SCENIC-ESCAPE.jpg
Day 10: Tromso
Location: Tromso
Meals Included: Breakfast
TROMSO Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
TROMSO Safe travels until we meet again! TROMSO Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)NORWAY-SWEATERS.jpg
What's Included
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Welcome Dinner
A welcome dinner at your hotel in Oslo on the first day.
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Guided Sightseeing in Oslo
Guided sightseeing in Oslo includes a walk through Frogner Park and a visit to City Hall.
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Scenic Drive through Hallingdal
A scenic drive through Hallingdal on the way to Flam.
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Flåm Scenic Train Ride
A scenic train ride in Flåm with a picture stop at Kjosfossen waterfall.
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Orientation Drive in Bergen
An orientation drive in Bergen includes Bryggen, the Hanseatic Wharf, the harbor, and the Fish Market.
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Farewell Dinner in Bergen
A farewell dinner at your hotel in Bergen.
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Flight to Tromsø
A flight from Bergen to Tromsø.
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Orientation Walk in Tromsø
An orientation walk in Tromsø includes the Arctic Cathedral.
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Visit to a Reindeer Farm
A visit to a reindeer farm in Tromsø.
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Farewell Dinner in Tromsø
A farewell dinner at your hotel in Tromsø.
What's Not Included
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Optional Excursions
Optional excursions in Bergen and Tromsø are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.
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International Flights
International flights to and from Norway are not included.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.
UNESCO Sites
Bryggen
Accommodation
In Oslo, stay at Thon Europa; in Flam, enjoy Fretheim; in Bergen, relax at Thon Hotel Orion; and in Tromso, unwind at Thon Hotel Tromso.
Mode of Transport
Travel includes scenic drives through Hallingdal, a flight from Bergen to Tromso, and a scenic train ride on the Flåm Railway.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of transportation is included in the tour?
The tour includes scenic drives through Hallingdal, a flight from Bergen to Tromsø, and a scenic train ride on the Flåm Railway.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?
You will stay at Thon Europa in Oslo, Fretheim in Flam, Thon Hotel Orion in Bergen, and Thon Hotel Tromso in Tromsø.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, daily breakfasts and selected dinners are included throughout the tour. There is also a welcome dinner in Oslo and farewell dinners in both Bergen and Tromsø.
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What activities are included in Oslo?
In Oslo, the tour includes guided sightseeing with a walk through Frogner Park and a visit to City Hall.
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What can I expect during the visit to the reindeer farm in Tromsø?
During the visit to the reindeer farm in Tromsø, you will experience the cultural heritage of the indigenous Sami people, including traditional clothing, crafts, and reindeer herding. You will also have the opportunity to feed the reindeer.
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Is there any free time during the tour?
Yes, there is free time to browse in Gol, a free day in Bergen, and a free day in Tromsø with an option to cruise on a hybrid-electric boat.
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What optional excursions are available during the tour?
Optional excursions are available in Bergen and Tromsø, but they are not included in the tour package.
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What is the highlight of the Flåm scenic train ride?
The highlight of the Flåm scenic train ride is a picture stop at Kjosfossen waterfall, along with views of deep ravines, cascading waterfalls, and snow-capped peaks.
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What are the main attractions in Bergen included in the tour?
In Bergen, the tour includes an orientation drive that covers Bryggen, the Hanseatic Wharf, the harbor, and the Fish Market.
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What is special about the Arctic Cathedral in Tromsø?
The Arctic Cathedral in Tromsø is known for its unique architecture with 11 lamella panels and strip lights that make it visible from all parts of Tromsø, representing light during the long, dark winter days.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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