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YOUR HOLIDAY

BEST OF NORWAY

ENCOUNTER THE 'KING' AND 'QUEEN' OF THE FJORDS, OLYMPIC TRIUMPHS AND THE TRADING HERITAGE OF THE HANSEATICS AS YOU ANSWER THE CALL OF NORWAY'S WILDERNESS AND EMBRACE SCANDINAVIAN SOPHISTICATION.

ARRIVE 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, you are transferred to your hotel. Spend the day exploring the city's interesting architecture and exquisite open spaces, before joining your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception to kick-start your journey. (WR) Hotel: Clarion Collection Bastion

OSLO – GEILO – 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 Øystese where you will dine tonight. (B, D) Hotel: Thon Sandven

HARDANGERFJORD – BERGEN ORIENTATION AND FREE TIME 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 13 th -century Haakon's Hall and bustling fi sh market. Enjoy some free time to explore this colourful city. This evening, ‘Connect With Locals' as the Øvre-Eide family welcome us on their farm for a 'Be My Guest' dinner. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Scandic Neptun

Admire the natural beauty of Bergen, Norway's spectacular gateway to the fjords and a vibrant former Hanseatic trade centre still featuring the colourful wooden warehouses of UNESCO-listed Bryggen.

BERGEN – VOSS – SOGNEFJORD Delving straight back into Norway's inspiring natural landscapes, we continue to the 'King of Fjords', travelling 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. (B, D) Hotel: Sognefjord

SOGNEFJORD – VALLDAL (2 NIGHTS) Journey from Sognefjord, Norway's longest and deepest fjord, to Valldal. See the impressive Bøyabreen glacier, part of Jostedalsbreen, Europe's largest glacier. Your road trip is fi lled with pinch-me moments as you skirt past three diff erent fjords. (B, D) Hotel: Valldal Fjordhotell

GEIRANGER EXCURSION The Geirangerfjord takes centre stage today, as we embark on an epic adventure to explore its depths. We begin our adventure by embarking on a scenic cruise past its

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ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS• SIGHTSEEING TOUR with a Local

Specialist in Oslo

• ORIENTATION of Bergen

• VISIT Hardangerfjord, Geiranger Fjord, the State Church at Lom and Vigeland Sculpture Park

• VIEW Voringfoss, Steinsdalsfoss, Haakon's Hall in Bergen, Akershus, the Opera and Royal Palace in Oslo

• SEE Sognefjord, Bøyabreen Glacier and Hamar Olympic ice arena

GUEST REVIEW RATED: 4.4 /5

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9 DAYS 1 COUNTRY 14 MEALS FROM US$3275 PP*

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YOUR HOLIDAY

Connect With LocalsWR Welcome Reception B Breakfast

Stays With StoriesL LunchD Dinner

Dive Into Culture RD Regional DinnerFD Farewell Dinner

Make A DifferenceBMG Be My Guest

ARRIVE 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, you are transferred to your hotel. Spend the day exploring the city's interesting architecture and exquisite open spaces, before joining your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception to kick-start your journey. (WR) Hotel: Clarion Collection Bastion

OSLO – GEILO – 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 Øystese where you will dine tonight. (B, D) Hotel: Thon Sandven

HARDANGERFJORD – BERGEN ORIENTATION AND FREE TIME 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 13 th -century Haakon's Hall and bustling fi sh market. Enjoy some free time to explore this colourful city. This evening, ‘Connect With Locals' as the Øvre-Eide family welcome us on their farm for a 'Be My Guest' dinner. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Scandic Neptun

Admire the natural beauty of Bergen, Norway's spectacular gateway to the fjords and a vibrant former Hanseatic trade centre still featuring the colourful wooden warehouses of UNESCO-listed Bryggen.

BERGEN – VOSS – SOGNEFJORD Delving straight back into Norway's inspiring natural landscapes, we continue to the 'King of Fjords', travelling 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. (B, D) Hotel: Sognefjord

SOGNEFJORD – VALLDAL (2 NIGHTS) Journey from Sognefjord, Norway's longest and deepest fjord, to Valldal. See the impressive Bøyabreen glacier, part of Jostedalsbreen, Europe's largest glacier. Your road trip is fi lled with pinch-me moments as you skirt past three diff erent fjords. (B, D) Hotel: Valldal Fjordhotell

GEIRANGER EXCURSION The Geirangerfjord takes centre stage today, as we embark on an epic adventure to explore its depths. We begin our adventure by embarking on a scenic cruise past its

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ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS• SIGHTSEEING TOUR with a Local

Specialist in Oslo

• ORIENTATION of Bergen

• VISIT Hardangerfjord, Geiranger Fjord, the State Church at Lom and Vigeland Sculpture Park

• VIEW Voringfoss, Steinsdalsfoss, Haakon's Hall in Bergen, Akershus, the Opera and Royal Palace in Oslo

• SEE Sognefjord, Bøyabreen Glacier and Hamar Olympic ice arena

GUEST REVIEW RATED: 4.4 /5

tumbling waterfalls and snow-capped peaks. We then make the short drive to Flydalsjuvet viewpoint for a breathtaking panoramic view of the fjord below. We return to Valldal where you can enjoy the aft ernoon at leisure. Perhaps, join an Optional Experience to drive Norway's most famous road, the Trollstigen, with its eleven hairpin bends. (B)

VALLDAL – LOM – LILLEHAMMER We enjoy a scenic drive to Lom, the gateway to the Jotunheimen Mountains. Here, we will 'Dive Into Culture' and visit a 12 th -century Stave church, adorned with Runic inscriptions, paintings and carved dragon fi gures 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. (B, ) Hotel: Scandic

LILLEHAMMER – OSLO SIGHTSEEING We return to Oslo where we spend the aft ernoon exploring several of the city's highlights with a 'Local Specialist' , including views of the medieval fortress of Akershus, overlooking Oslo's beautiful harbour, the Opera and the 19 th -century Royal Palace. We fi nish our tour with a visit to the fascinating Vigeland Sculpture Park, proudly displaying the life's work of Gustav Vigeland. Aft er a magnifi cent encounter with Norway's epic natural landscapes, we enjoy our last evening together at a Farewell Dinner, toasting to a memorable trip. (B, FD) Hotel: Scandic Solli

DEPART OSLO 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. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply. (B)

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YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER

HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTSHere’s just a sample of the many special Trafalgar highlights included in your trip.

CONNECT WITH LOCALS Enjoy a 'Be My Guest' dinner with the fi ft h-generation Øvre-Eide family on their livestock farm in Norway, which has been a working farm since the 1500s. ( Day 3 )

DIVE INTO CULTURE 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 12 th century. ( Day 7 )

9 Special Rate Solo Rooming: These departures include 20 – 100% discount on our standard single supplement. Please see trafalgar.com for pricing.

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TRAVEL STYLE

TRAVEL DIRECTOR TIP Don’t miss the opportunity to wander around the snow-white roof of the Opera House in Oslo. It’s designed to be walked on and provides panoramic views of the fjord.

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Connect With Locals

KP Kick Off Party B Breakfast

Stays With StoriesL LunchD Dinner

Dive Into Culture

RD Regional DinnerFD Farewell Dinner

Make A Difference

Family FunBMG Be My Guest

Single Supplement (add to price above): US$570 PP

PAY EARLY SAVINGS SAVE UP TO US$335 PP

OTHER GREAT SAVINGS

1. Young Traveller Savings SAVE US$330

2. Multi Trip Savings SAVE UP TO US$84

3. Triple Share Savings SAVE UP TO US$80 PP

4. VIT (Very Important Traveller) Benefi ts for past guests

MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP * All prices are per person, twin share.

Airport Transfers: On arrival at Oslo Airport transfers will operate at 9.30am, 12noon, 2.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Oslo Airport at 7.15am and 10.15am.

Gratuities : Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director and Driver, US$84 per person.

Drinking Water: Tap water is safe to drink in all of the destinations on this trip. Please remember to bring a water bottle.

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