Railbookers Signature - Norwegian Fjord Adventure
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One for the active and adventurous, this fantastic ten-night vacation by rail and boat takes in some of Norway’s most spectacular scenery! Travel on the famous Flåmsbana railway to the fjord-side village of Flam and enjoy a fabulous five course feast, then take a fjord cruise en-route to beautiful Bergen. Spend three nights and enjoy exploring the colourful wooden trading houses along the old harbour and embark on two fabulous day trips exploring two of Norway’s most spectacular fjords – Sognefjord and Hardangerfjord. Take to the sea for a scenic cruise along coast to the seafaring city of Stavanger, and here enjoy a day to remember with a combined fjord cruise, and hike to the iconic Pulpit Rock, precariously and spectacularly perched high above Lysefjord. Finally, it’s a scenic train ride back to the capital Oslo and a day tour visiting all the major sites.
Photo: Railbookers Flamsbana Train, Norway
Itinerary Details:
Day 1 Your Journey Begins in Oslo
Welcome to Norway! Head to your hotel on arrival, and once checked in head out and familiarize yourself with Oslo. (Overnight Oslo)
Day 2 The Flåmsbana
After breakfast make your way to the station for an early train to Myrdal, then change onto the world famous Flåmsbana. The journey has often been voted the worlds most scenic, and the dramatic mountainous scenery it passes through is at times breath-taking. Once you’ve reached the village of Flam check-in at your hotel, and prepare for dinner (Overnight Flam)
Day 3 Flam to Bergen
This morning depart Flam via the picturesque Aurlandsfjord then into the UNESCO World Heritage listed Nærøyfjord, the narrowest fjord in the world. This branch of the Sognefjord is spectacularly beautiful with its high snow-capped peaks framing the narrow thread of water. Watch goats grazing along the banks and seals lying on the rocks before mooring at Gudvangen. Transfer onto a bus here and enjoy the winding bends of the Stalheimskleiva to a lookout point above the Stalheimsfossen and Sivlefossen waterfalls. You'll make a brief stop to admire the view before continuing to Voss, where you transfer to the station for your onward train journey to Bergen. (Overnight Bergen)
Photo: Oslo, Norway
Day 4 Hardangerfjord Day Trip
Renown for it rich natural beauty, idyllic villages, and lush orchards, the Hardangerfjord region is one of Norway’s best kept secrets. Following a scenic train ride to Voss, take a dramatic cruise to the charming village of Eidfjord. From here it’s a wonderful bus ride to the vast Vøringsfossen – Norway’s largest waterfall. Return to Eidfjord and enjoy another breath-taking cruise along Hardangerfjord to Norheimsund, for a bus ride back to Bergen. (Overnight Bergen)
Day 5 Sognefjord in a Nutshell
Another day another amazing spectacular journey, this time departing Bergen by water. Take a leisurely cruise along Norway’s largest fjord - Sognafjord back to Flam. Pass by some towering waterfalls, and picturesque villages, then from Flam you can enjoy another ride on the fabulous Flåmsbana line to Myrdal, then on to Bergen. (Overnight Bergen)
Day 6 Bergen to Stavanger
Enjoy a leisurely morning today. Take a stroll through Bryggen – the city’s historic harbour district, then make your way to the ferry terminal for your cruise along the Norwegian coast to Stavanger. It’s a journey of just over 5hrs, and from the ferry terminal it’s around a fifteen minute taxi ride to the center of the city, and your hotel for the next two nights. (Overnight Stavanger)
Photo: Fish Market, Norway
Day 7 Lysefjord Cruise and Hike to Pulpit Rock
Make sure your camera batteries are charged for today, as the views really will be spectacular! In the morning enjoy a silent cruise along the beautiful Lysefjord. You’ll pass Pulpit Rock and you can strain your neck looking up the steep rock wall, famous from Tom Cruise scaling it in a Mission Impossible film. Pass the mighty Hengifoss waterfall before hopping off and taking a short bus ride to the Preikestolen Cabin to collect your packed lunch. Then it’s off, following the well-marked, and moderate trail up to Pulpit Rock itself. The hike is around two-hours each way, through bogs, and forest, but the views from the top are second to none. Once you have returned to the cabin, you return to Stavanger by bus via the world’s longest underwater tunnel. Dinner tonight will certainly be well earned! (Overnight Stavanger)
Day 8 Stavanger to Oslo
Today you can rest your legs with a scenic train ride across Norway. Depart Stanger in the late morning and once you have arrived in Oslo make your way to your hotel for a two-night stay. (Overnight Oslo)
Day 9 Oslo
On your final day of this trip enjoy a wonderful tour of this great city. Hop aboard for a panoramic city sightseeing tour, then spend some time admiring the huge Holmenkollen Ski Jump, let a guide show you all there is to see at the wonderful Vigeland Sculpture Park, and explore the impressive Fram museum and Norwegian museum of cultural history. (Overnight Oslo)
Photo: Fjords, Norway
Day 10 Your Journey Ends in Oslo
Make your way to the airport for your flight back home, or please do speak to any of our Rail Experts about extending your travels elsewhere.
