Best of Norway
Tour Type: Country Explorer
Brochure Type Europe & Britain 2026 v1
Relax into the simplicity of life along the king and queen of the fjords. Soak up the cosmopolitan vibe of Oslo and the Hanseatic heritage of Bergen as you travel through some of the most spectacular scenery on earth, including views of continental Europe's largest glacier. Viking tales and a visit to a winter Olympics hub round off this epic Norway trip.
Be My Guest
Brochure Type Europe & Britain 2026 v1
Relax into the simplicity of life along the king and queen of the fjords. Soak up the cosmopolitan vibe of Oslo and the Hanseatic heritage of Bergen as you travel through some of the most spectacular scenery on earth, including views of continental Europe's largest glacier. Viking tales and a visit to a winter Olympics hub round off this epic Norway trip.
Be My Guest
- Bergen Enjoy a Be My Guest dinner with the fifth-generation Øvre-Eide family on their livestock farm in Norway, which has been a working farm since the 1500s.
- 8 Breakfast (B)
- 6 Dinner (D)
- Lom In Lom you'll have an opportunity to visit Lomskyrkja, one of the biggest and most beautiful stave churches in Norway, dating back to the 12th century.
- Eidfjord Municipality Marvel at the breathtaking beauty of the Voringfoss waterfall.
- Lillehammer Travel through the legendary Gudbrandsdalen and admire the dramatic geography of the valley.
- Geiranger Fjords, lakes and forests create a picturesque setting for your travels to Geiranger.
- Bergen Explore this Wooden City led by your Travel Director and hear about the seafaring traditions of this beautiful harborside town.
- Oslo With your Local Specialist, see Akershus Castle, Oslo Harbor and the Royal Palace.
- Geilo Take in Geilo's stunning natural surroundings from the foot its popular ski resort.
- Oystese Step into the delightful world of Hardanger Bygdeysteri, a charming cheese factory nestled in the picturesque town of Øystese. Owned and operated by local farmers, prepare to embark on a journey of flavors and history. Your visit directly support
- View Voringfoss, Steinsdalsfoss, Haakon's Hall in Bergen, Akershus, the Opera and Royal Palace in Oslo
- Discover Bergen
- See Sognefjord, Boyabreen Glacier and Hamar Olympic ice arena
- Explore Oslo
- Visit Hardangerfjord, Geirangerfjord, a medieval Stave Church and Vigeland Sculpture Park in Oslo
- Sognefjord Step into nature at Sognefjord Hotel, located on a peninsula stretching out into the magnificent Sognefjord, and soak up the breath-taking lake water views.
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- Tour Operator
- Trafalgar Tours
- Duration
- 9 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Oslo | Welcome to Oslo: Prepare for a spellbinding encounter with nature - an untamed landscape of fjords, lakes and dense forests that begins in the understated capital of Oslo, set within beautiful natural surrounds. On arrival, transfer to your hotel with its unique personality and steps from some of Oslo's main sights. Spend the day exploring the city's interesting architecture and exquisite open spaces, before joining your Travel Director and fellow travelers at 17:30 for a light supper to kick-start your journey. Accommodations: Thon Hotel Cecil |
| Day 2 | Hardangerfjord | Journey to Scenic Geilo and Hardangerfjord: We journey along the shores of the Tyrifjord to the ski resort of Geilo with its scenic location at the foot of Hallingskarvet, before continuing across the Hardanger Plateau to Voringfoss, a cascade of water that plunges impressively into the Måbødalen Canyon below. We continue to Hardangerfjord - its title as the 'Queen of the Fjords' is well deserved and you'll have an opportunity to admire its deep blue waters as you travel along part of its shoreline to your hotel in Norheimsund where you will dine tonight. Accommodations: Thon Sandven |
| Day 3 | Bergen | Onwards to Beautiful Bergen Connect with Locals: A scenic drive along lakes and fjords will bring us to the 'Capital of Fjords', Bergen. We'll learn about the city's Hanseatic heritage, enjoying an orientation tour past the 13th-century Haakon's Hall and bustling fish market. Enjoy some free time to explore this colorful city. This evening, Connect With Locals as the Øvre-Eide family welcome us on their farm for dinner and a very special Be My Guest experience. Accommodations: Thon Orion |
| Day 4 | Sognefjord | Off to Voss and Stunning Sognefjord Stays With Stories: Delving straight back into Norway's inspiring natural landscapes, we continue to the 'King of Fjords', traveling via Voss, the country's adventure capital. There's some free time to embark on an Optional Experience on the Flåm Railway, one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world. Tonight, we overnight at Sognefjord Hotel located on a peninsula stretching out into the Sognefjord. Step straight from your hotel into the breath-taking fjord and mountain surroundings. Accommodations: Sognefjord |
| Day 5 | Geiranger | Continue to Geirangerfjord: Journey from Sognefjord, Norway's longest and deepest fjord, to Geiranger. See the impressive Bøyabreen glacier, part of Jostedalsbreen, continental Europe's largest glacier. Your day is filled with pinch-me moments as you skirt past three different fjords. Tonight, we stay on the shores of the fjord at Hotel Havila Geiranger. Accommodations: Havila |
| Day 6 | Geiranger | A Day at the Breathtaking Geirangerfjord: The Geirangerfjord takes center stage today, and you'll get to explore it your way. You'll certainly want to take a scenic cruise past its tumbling waterfalls and snow-capped peaks. Enjoy soaking up your epic surrounds, or venture further afield by joining an Optional Experience to drive Norway's most famous road, Trollstigen, with its eleven hairpin bends and jaw-dropping mountain scenery. Accommodations: Havila |
| Day 7 | Lillehammer | Venture to Historic Lom and Lillehammer Dive Into Culture: We enjoy a scenic drive to Lom, the gateway to the Jotunheimen Mountains. Here, we will Dive Into Culture and visit a 12th-century stave church, adorned with runic inscriptions, paintings and carved dragon figures that are said to protect it against evil. We continue through the Gudbrandsdal Valley before arriving in Lillehammer, the proud host of the 1994 Winter Olympics. Accommodations: Scandic Victoria |
| Day 8 | Oslo | Return to Oslo: We return to Oslo where we spend the day exploring several of the city's highlights with a Local Specialist, including views of the medieval fortress of Akershus, overlooking Oslo's beautiful harbor, the Opera and the 19th-century Royal Palace. We finish our tour with a visit to the fascinating Vigeland Sculpture Park, proudly displaying the life's work of Gustav Vigeland. After a magnificent encounter with Norway's epic natural landscapes, we enjoy our last evening together at a Farewell Dinner, toasting to a memorable trip. Accommodations: Thon Hotel Cecil |
| Day 9 | Oslo | Farewell Norway: Our journey through the fjords, falls and forests of Norway has come to an end. We bid our newfound friends a fond farewell and prepare to return home. Accommodations: |
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- Hotel Class Key: D: Deluxe SF: Superior First Class F: First Class
