Majestic Fjords

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Overview:

This self drive tour like no other fjord tours, focusing on Norway's spectacular nature, featuring the breath taking fjords. You will have an opportunity to visit the World's deepeest fjord, Sognefjord, as well as Geirangerfjord, the Hardangerfjord and the Sagafjord.

There are plenty of stops along the way. Enjoy the surrounding mountains of Geilo and Lillehammer and the coastal charm of Bergen and Alesund. Our itinerary takes you past some spectacular waterfalls, points out sights of interests and takes you along scenic routes, such as the Troll Road.

Holiday price is from £1,795 per person based on availability and two people sharing a standard double/twin room.

Departure Dates:

Departure dates	Departure	Arrival	Arrive	Leave
01 Jun – 30 Aug	London / Manchester	Oslo	Daily	Daily

Tour Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Oslo

Arrival in Oslo, pick up your rent a car. The Norwegian capital is beautifully situated at the head of the Oslo Fjord and surrounded by forested ridges. Oslo offers many well know sights such as the Vigeland Sculpture Park, the Viking Ship Museum, the Munch Museum and Holmenkollen Ski Jump.

Accommodation at Quality Hotel 33, located outside the city centre. If you prefer a city centre hotel, please let us know.

Arrive in Oslo, and pick up your rental car. The Norwegian capital is beautifully situated at the head of the Oslo Fjord and surrounded by forested ridges. Oslo offers many well know sights such as the Vigeland Sculpture Park, the Viking Ship Museum, the Munch Museum and Holmenkollen Ski Jump.

Accommodation at Quality Hotel 33, located outside the city centre, or similar. If you prefer a city centre hotel, please let us know.

Day 2: Oslo - Geilo (305 km/190 miles)

Breakfast at the hotel. Drive from Oslo in a western direction along the Oslo Fjord, before turning north along Lake Tyrifjord. Continue from Hønefoss along Lake Krøderen and Bromma River to Gol. At Torpo we recommend a stop to visit the Torpo Stave Church. Continue to the mountain village of Geilo, located on the Hardangervidda Mountain Plateau, Norway’s largest national park.

Accommodation at Bardøla Hotel or similar

Day 3: Geilo – Hardangerfjord – Bergen (240 km/150 miles)

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, head across the Hardangervidda Mountain Plateau, with its snow-capped mountain peaks. We highly recommend the short detour to the spectacular Vøringsfossen Waterfall with a fall of 182 metres, before descending down the scenic Måbødalen Valley. In Eidfjord we suggest a visit to the Hardangervidda Nature Centre (entrance not included).
Cross the Eidfjord by the newly opened Hardanger suspension bridge (bridge toll not included), a bridge that is among the top ten longest in the world, with the main part spanning 1,310 metres. The journey continues along the scenic Hardanger Fjord, a region famous for its fruit orchards. Just past Norheimsund, we recommend a stop to visit Steindalsfossen Waterfall, where you can walk behind the waterfall. Continue to Bergen, known as the 'Gateway to the Fjords'.

Accommodation at Grand Hotel Terminus or similar

Day 4: Bergen

Breakfast at the hotel, with the day at your own disposal. Bergen is Norway’s second largest city and the world’s only city surrounded by 7 mountains and 7 fjords. Sights of interest are the Hanseatic Bryggen Harbour, Fløibanen Funicular, Troldhaugen, the Fish and Flower market, Bergen Aquarium and Gamle Bergen (Old Bergen Open Air Museum).

Accommodation at Grand Hotel Terminus or similar

Day 5: Bergen - Ørsta (350 km/218 miles)

Breakfast at the hotel. Depart Bergen heading north towards the Sognefjord, the world’s longest and deepest fjord. A 20 minute ferry crossing will bring you across the Sognefjord to Lavik. Continue past Førde before reaching the Nordfjord. There is then a short ferry crossing from Anda to Lote. Continue to Straumshamn, where we recommend the scenic road along the Voldafjord. An alternative is to continue from Straumshamn to Folkestad and take the ferry crossing to Volda (not included). Continue to Ørsta, beautifully located at the end of the 10 km long Ørstafjorden and surrounded by the Sunnmøre Alps. The mountains rise from the sea to a height of 1.500 – 1.600 metres.

Accommodation at Hotel Ivar Aasen or similar

Day 6: Ørsta / excursion to Ålesund (60 km/37 miles)

Breakfast at the hotel, with the day at leisure in Sæbø. The hire of bikes and motor boats is possible and the area offers great fishing and biking possibilities. As an alternative we recommend an excursion to Ålesund. The town was completely destroyed by a devastating town fire in 1904, and rebuilt again in the Art Nouveau style, making it a truly unique town in Europe. The town centre reveals a lively urban scene with pleasant restaurants and cafés, and the picturesque Brosundet canal with its fishing boats. Sights of interest are the Atlantic Sea-Park, one of the largest aquariums in Northern Europe, and the Sunnmøre Museum, an outdoor museum with an impressive boat collection and more than 50 old houses in beautiful surroundings (entrance not included). The beauty of the town can be appreciated from Mount Aksla, with a breathtaking view of the town and its mountains, islands and fjords. Return to Sæbø according to your own itinerary.

Accommodation at Hotel Ivar Aasen or similar

Day 7: Ørsta - Sæbø – Geirangerfjord – Troll Road – Otta (225 km/140 miles)

Breakfast at the hotel. Morning departure from Ørsta by ferry crossing to Leknes. From Hellesylt, the journey continues with a one-hour cruise on the Geirangerfjord. The Geirangerfjord was added to the UNESCO world heritage list in 2005 and is truly a spectacular sight with its waterfalls and steep hills. In Geiranger we recommend a visit at the Norwegian Fjord Centre where you can experience how people used to live along the fjord.

Ascend the Eagle Road and enjoy panoramic views of Geiranger before a short ferry crossing takes you to Linge. Continue along the Troll Road, one of Norway’s bestknown tourist attractions. The road has 11 sharp turns and the highest point is 858 meters above sea level. Dramatic, exciting and the ultimate nature experience - this is the best way to describe it. When reaching the bottom, you will see the well-known Troll Wall on the right-hand side. This is the highest vertical mountain wall in Europe. Continue along the Romsdal Valley to Otta.

Accommodation at Thon Hotel Otta or similar

Day 8: Otta – Lillehammer (180 km/112 miles)

Breakfast at the hotel. Drive from Otta in a southern direction,through the Gudbrandsdalen Valley to Lillehammer, the host town of the 1994 Winter Olympics. In Lillehammer we recommend a visit at Maihaugen Open Air Museum, which tells the story of people in the Gudbrandsdalen Valley for the last 300 years, of life between the wars in the inland town of Lillehammer and of homes and domestic environments in the 20th century. Also recommended is a visit to the Olympic Museum and the Olympic Arena (Lysgårdsbakken).

Accommodation at Scandic Hotel Victoria or similar

Day 9: Lillehammer – Oslo (190 km/118 miles)

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure from Lillehammer to Oslo. We recommend a stop in Hamar to visit the Vikingskipet, the ice skating rink from the Olympics in the shape of a turned over Viking Ship.

Accommodation at Quality Hotel 33, located outside the city centre, or similar

Day 10: Departure from Oslo

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure from Oslo to drop-off your rental car at the airport before your return flight.

Package Includes:

Direct return flights from London Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted or Manchester (we can arrange flights from other UK airports upon request)

10 days B-class EUROPCAR car (Volkswagen Polo or similar) rental with unlimited mileage

(other car categories available on request)

9 nights hotel accommodation in 3 and 4 star hotels

9 x Scandinavian breakfast buffet

Domestic ferry crossings for car and passengers:

- Brimnes – Bruravik

- Oppedal – Lavik

- Anda – Lote

- Sæbø – Leknes

- Hellesylt – Geiranger

- Eidsdal - Linge

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Direct return flights from London Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted or Manchester (we can arrange flights from other UK airports upon request)
1 piece of check-in luggage per traveler
10 days B-class car rental (Volkswagen Polo or similar) with unlimited mileage
(other car categories available on request)
9 nights' accommodation in 3 and 4 star hotels
9 x Scandinavian breakfast buffet
Domestic ferry crossing timetables (crossing fees to be paid on the spot):
- Oppedal – Lavik
- Anda – Lote
- Sæbø – Leknes
- Hellesylt – Geiranger
- Eidsdal - Linge
24 hour emergency service
ATOL protection
All taxes

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Bardola Hotel, Geilo

Geilo, Norway - 3 stars
Bardøla Høyfjellshotell (Highmountain hotel) is surrounded with beautiful mountains in the ski-resort Geilo in Buskerud county at the foot of Hallingskarvet. The hotel is filled with old traditions and committed to keep them alive creating memorable stay for its guests.

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Grand Terminus Hotel

Bergen, Norway - 3 stars
In Bergen you find the 3 star Grand Terminus Hotel a very short walk from Torgalmenningen Square, it offers a 24 hour reception and a garden. It has classical rooms with satellite TVs, free Wi-Fi and a minibar with a nice relaxed atmosphere and helpful staff.

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Scandic Hotel Victoria

Oslo, Norway - 4 stars,
Scandic Hotel Victoria is a first-class business hotel in the heart of Oslo, only 200 m from the Storting ( the Norwegian government ), Karl Johans gate and Oslo City Hall, and a short walk from Aker Brygge so shopping, a range of restaurants and Norwegian art, culture and architecture is close by.

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Andy
October 2017

Overall rating: (5/5)

Dear Daina,

We had a great time, everything went smoothly and thank you for all the arrangements. We've only been back a week and it already feels like years ago!

Kind regards,

Andy

John
July 2017

Overall rating: (5/5)

Thanks. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip and found that all of your arrangements went smoothly. The accommodation ranged a little in its quality, from the classic comfort of the Grand Terminus in Bergen to the much more functional minimalist Ivar Aasen at Orsta, but all the staff were welcoming, helpful etc . We visited a number of the sites and attractions outlined in your guide and found these of interest.

My only suggestion to improve things would be to highlight to travellers using the Quality 33 in Oslo that the car parking area immediately outside the hotel is not the hotel car park. We were not advised of this and received a 600Kr fine from the car park owner. Interestingly when we booked in for our second night, at the end of the trip, the staff on reception checked where we'd parked but this did not happen on the first occasion- hence the fine.

We'll probably be back to you in a another couple of years as this is our second trip with you, Iceland first time, and both have gone smoothly.

John

Ian
June 2014

Overall rating: (5/5)

Ian, just returned from our Majestic Fjords Tour in Norway

Thanks for organising the holiday in Norway for me at the end of May. We had a great holiday. The weather was excellent. We saw all that we wanted to see and more. The flight was good, no problems at all. The hire car was new and we felt welcome at all hotels. If I could afford it, I’d go again, but I always knew Norway was going to be expensive. Thanks for the money for the ferries which covered the cost of all 5 ferries. We took plenty of photos and videos and really enjoyed the whole holiday.

One minor comment was the cost of the car parking in Bergen – 260KR (£26) for two nights parking. This isn’t a complaint, just thought you might want to warn other holidaymakers.

I’ll definitely be looking to book with you again for any other Baltic/Scandinavia/Iceland holidays in the future.

Best Regards, Ian

Will I see the Northern Lights?

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Iceland:
The Northern Lights are in the Northern sky from September through April but are only visible when the sky is clear and free of clouds. Like many of natures wonders, it’s ephemeral – they may be visible, they may appear for a bit and then be gone. But it’s worth it to be patient. Because they’re a winter event, you need to be prepared to wait outside, while looking for them. It’s best to dress very warmly, in layers, with good footwear, gloves, hats and whatever else will make you comfortable while you await this truly amazing event. The Northern Lights can be pretty spectacular, and for the best photos we recommend using a tripod. Much of Iceland offers a very a good chance to see the Northern Lights when conditions are right. Remember – the Northern Lights are natural phenomena, not guaranteed, but appreciated all the more for their elusive qualities.

Norway:
Northern Norway is one of the world's best places to experience the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis). In Northern Norway, Northern Lights occur in up to 90% of every clear night in the period from late September to late March. Most Northern Lights occur in the time span from 6pm to slightly after midnight, with an absolute peak at around 10-11pm.

In Norway, the area north of the Arctic Circle is prime aurora territory. The various destinations in the High North have a distinct personality, and are well worth exploring. Major places in Northern Norway are Tromsø, Kirkenes, Alta, Bodø, Lofoten and Vesterålen Islands and Svalbard.

Finland:
The best place to see the Northern Lights in Finland is in the Northern Lapland region, which is almost entirely located within the realm of the Arctic Circle. During the dark winter months here, when the sun rarely peaks its head over the horizon, you can expect to see the Finland Northern Lights with regularity, and other peak seasons include February through March and September through October. The most common colours of the Northern Lights are greenish-yellow and red.

The Finnish term for the Northern Lights, Revontulet, meaning fox fire, comes from an old tale where the fox was believed to swish its bushy tail on the snowy fell landscapes, throwing sparks into the air.

As mentioned, Lapland is the best place to see the Finland Aurora Borealis, with the Kilpisjarvi area offering the most abundant opportunities. The best time of the day to see the Finland Northern Lights is between 9 pm and 11:30 pm, though they are certainly not restricted to this time frame.

Sweden:
In Northern Sweden, the Northern Lights usually occur during the winter months through late March or early April, but they can be spotted as early as September in the Northernmost parts. Your best chance of catching a glimpse of the Northern Lights is on cold winter nights when the sky is clear and cloudless. You need to be away from city lights, which dilute the effects of these natural phenomena, so head out into the countryside. On clear nights, the Northern Lights can be visible from most locations in Swedish Lapland, occurring between 6 pm to and 2 am, with the strongest shows happening between 10 pm and 11 pm. For those willing to brave the cold on winter nights, here are some of the best locations in Swedish Lapland for viewing these phenomena:

Abisko National Park
Abisko National Park, a couple of kilometers north of Kiruna, is a prime location for viewing the Northen Lights. The scientifically proven “blue hole” — a patch of sky over the Torneträsk lake that usually remains clear despite overcast weather in surrounding areas — gives Abisko its own micro-climate, which is suitable for catching the lights.

Jukkasjärvi and the Torne Valley
Not only does the village of Jukkasjärvi (population roughly 541) boast the world’s first ice hotel (rebuilt ever year from Torne River ice), it’s also one of the best regions to view the Northern Lights. ICEHOTEL organizes guided tours for guests which takes the to the Esrange Space Center located 30 minutes from Kiruna. You can dine at a wilderness camp and get the chance to scan the Arctic winter sky for aurora borealis.

Other regions in Swedish Lapland
As mentioned earlier, if weather conditions are just right (clear, dark, cold, and cloudless), you might catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights from any location within subarctic and arctic Sweden — even close to larger towns such as Luleå, Jokkmokk, Arvidsjaur, and Gällivare.

Greenland:
The northern lights - or Aurora Borealis as it is officially known - actually occur all year round, but cannot be seen during the summer months in Greenland due to the midnight sun. The phenomenon is often seen around midnight and is best experienced on a dark, clear night in the period from September to the beginning of April. If you are travelling during this period, you can see the Northern Lights from anywhere in the country, whilst in South Greenland the northern lights can be seen from as early as the end of August.

Car Rental

You can rent a car, as long as you have a valid EU or international driver's license. Most cars will have manual transmission.

Transportation

Railway mostly serves domestic routes and is used as an easy and quick way to get from the capital to major cities of the country. There are some international routes, like to Moscow and St. Petersburg, but time spent on the way will be quite long.

Buses are one of the most convenient ways to travel between the Baltic States. Eurolines will get you between Riga, Vilnius and Tallinn. One way tickets will cost £ 15 - £ 20 and approximate travel time is 5 hours between the cities. Ticket reservations in advance are recommended.

Taxis are the quickest and most convenient way of travelling round the city. You'll find them located close to the main hotels. Usually it's quite easy to catch a taxi on the street, however, it's much better and safer to order one by phone. Taxi costs in all of the Baltic countries and Poland are approximately the same and a ride in the centre of the city will cost you approx £ 5 - £ 7. Taxis in Finland and Russia are considerably more expensive. It is always a good idea to get your hotel to book a taxi for you and ask approximately how much the trip will cost before you get in.

We would not recommend you to take public transportation within the city, as it's usually crowded and it may cause you unnecessary anxiety about where to stop.

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Majestic Fjords

from £1,795 pp - 10 days / 9 nights

Overview:

Departure Dates:

Tour Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Oslo

Day 2: Oslo - Geilo (305 km/190 miles)

Day 3: Geilo – Hardangerfjord – Bergen (240 km/150 miles)

Day 4: Bergen

Day 5: Bergen - Ørsta (350 km/218 miles)

Day 6: Ørsta / excursion to Ålesund (60 km/37 miles)

Day 7: Ørsta - Sæbø – Geirangerfjord – Troll Road – Otta (225 km/140 miles)

Day 8: Otta – Lillehammer (180 km/112 miles)

Day 9: Lillehammer – Oslo (190 km/118 miles)

Day 10: Departure from Oslo

Package Includes:

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Ian, just returned from our Majestic Fjords Tour in Norway

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