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Best of Norway Tour
Enjoy the mountains, the forests, the fjords, the villages of Geiranger and Flåm, and the cities of Oslo, Lillehammer, Voss, Bergen and Stavanger. Come and experience the Best of Norway!
Tour Prices
Price with air/taxes/fuel from:$4595(Price includes airfare from Mpls/St. Paul plus taxes/fees and fuel surcharge. Unless paid in full, fuel and all taxes are subject to change and will be re-assessed in your statement prior to final payment. Inquire about airfare from your home city.)
Land Only:$3495(Services begin in Oslo and end in Stavanger)
Single Room Supplement:$625
Tour Dates
Tour A (Guaranteed Departure):Jun 13, 2015 - Jun 23, 2015
Tour B (Guaranteed Departure):Jul 28, 2015 - Aug 7, 2015
Tour / Price Includes
- Roundtrip airfare from Mpls / St. Paul, including taxes, fees & fuel surcharge
- 9 nights accommodations, 1st class/superior tourist class, double occupancy
- Daily breakfast [B], 1 lunch [L] & 6 dinners [D]
- 1st-class touring coach
- City sightseeing in Oslo, Bergen & Stavanger
- Excursion to Briksdal Glacier
- Train Voss to Flåm, 2nd Class
- Fjord cruise Flåm to Gudvangen
- All ferries and underwater tunnel
- Visits to Viking Ship Museum, Norwegian Folk Museum, Fossheim Steinsenter, Troldhaugen and Nordvegen History Centre
- Entrance fees to all sites & museums outlined in itinerary
- Luggage handling at hotels for 1 suitcase
- Tour Director for Days 2—11
- Tour information kit
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day 1: june 13 / july 28Depart Mpls / St. Paul – Oslo
Depart the USA on your transatlantic flight. To request alternate dates or for estimated airfare supplements from other US cities, please note on application.
Depart the USA on your transatlantic flight. To request alternate dates or for estimated airfare supplements from other US cities, please note on application.day 2: june 14 / july 29Oslo
Arrive at Gardermoen Airport Oslo. Transfer to hotel in city center. Balance of day free to relax and adjust to time change. Welcome dinner and overnight at the classic Grand Hotel.
[D]
Arrive at Gardermoen Airport Oslo. Transfer to hotel in city center. Balance of day free to relax and adjust to time change. Welcome dinner and overnight at the classic Grand Hotel.
[D]day 3: june 15 / july 30Oslo
Morning sightseeing tour of Oslo includes a visit to Vigeland Sculpture Park, the Viking Ship Museum and the Norwegian Folk Museum featuring the Gol Stave Church. Afternoon and evening free for shopping and independent explorations. Dinner on own. Overnight at hotel.[B]
Morning sightseeing tour of Oslo includes a visit to Vigeland Sculpture Park, the Viking Ship Museum and the Norwegian Folk Museum featuring the Gol Stave Church. Afternoon and evening free for shopping and independent explorations. Dinner on own. Overnight at hotel.[B]day 4: june 16 / july 31Oslo—Lillehammer
Depart Oslo for the Olympic city of Lillehammer via Jevnaker. Opportunity to purchase Norwegian glass/crystal at reduced prices at Hadeland Glassworks. Proceed to a local farm where we meet a Norwegian family and savor a traditional Norwegian “middag.” Continue to Lillehammer, nestled along the shores of Norway’s largest lake, Lake Mjøsa. View the sites of the 1994 Winter Olympics. Dinner and overnight at Radisson BLU Lillehammer / Rica Victoria Hotel. [B][L][D]
Depart Oslo for the Olympic city of Lillehammer via Jevnaker. Opportunity to purchase Norwegian glass/crystal at reduced prices at Hadeland Glassworks. Proceed to a local farm where we meet a Norwegian family and savor a traditional Norwegian “middag.” Continue to Lillehammer, nestled along the shores of Norway’s largest lake, Lake Mjøsa. View the sites of the 1994 Winter Olympics. Dinner and overnight at Radisson BLU Lillehammer / Rica Victoria Hotel. [B][L][D]day 5: june 17/ august 1Lillehammer—Geiranger — Loen
Depart Lillehammer and travel the Gudbrandsdal and Otta Valleys to Lom. Visit the Fossheim Steinsenter in Lom for a chance to explore the Stone Museum and shop in the jewelry gallery. Continue across the Grotli Mountains to the fabulous fjord country. Weather permitting, drive to Dalsnibba Observation Point for a spectacular view of the Geirangerfjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005. Continue to Loen for dinner and overnight at the luxurious Alexandra Hotel. [B][D]
Depart Lillehammer and travel the Gudbrandsdal and Otta Valleys to Lom. Visit the Fossheim Steinsenter in Lom for a chance to explore the Stone Museum and shop in the jewelry gallery. Continue across the Grotli Mountains to the fabulous fjord country. Weather permitting, drive to Dalsnibba Observation Point for a spectacular view of the Geirangerfjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005. Continue to Loen for dinner and overnight at the luxurious Alexandra Hotel. [B][D]day 6: june 18 / august 2Loen—Voss
Morning excursion to the sparkling Briksdal Glacier. Drive to Skei. Opportunity to purchase quality crafts and woven products at Audhild Viken’s Weaving Workshop. Drive to Sogndal and continue to Hella. Ferry across the mighty Sognefjord to Vangsnes. Proceed over the Vik Mountains to Voss. Dinner and overnight at the historic Fleischer’s Hotel. [B][D]
Morning excursion to the sparkling Briksdal Glacier. Drive to Skei. Opportunity to purchase quality crafts and woven products at Audhild Viken’s Weaving Workshop. Drive to Sogndal and continue to Hella. Ferry across the mighty Sognefjord to Vangsnes. Proceed over the Vik Mountains to Voss. Dinner and overnight at the historic Fleischer’s Hotel. [B][D]day 7: june 19 / august 3Norway in a Nutshell Excursion
Depart Voss by train on the Oslo/Bergen Railway. At Myrdal transfer to the Flåm Line, deemed by some as the most fantastic train ride in Europe. Descend the Flåm Valley, dropping 2800 feet within 13 miles. Cruise the dramatic Aurlandfjord and Nærøyfjord (placed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 2005) from Flåm to Gudvangen. Descend the 13 hairpin bends of the thrilling Stalheim Road. Return to Voss for dinner and overnight at hotel. [B][D]
Depart Voss by train on the Oslo/Bergen Railway. At Myrdal transfer to the Flåm Line, deemed by some as the most fantastic train ride in Europe. Descend the Flåm Valley, dropping 2800 feet within 13 miles. Cruise the dramatic Aurlandfjord and Nærøyfjord (placed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 2005) from Flåm to Gudvangen. Descend the 13 hairpin bends of the thrilling Stalheim Road. Return to Voss for dinner and overnight at hotel. [B][D]day 8: june 20 / august 4Voss—Bergen
Drive to Bergen, Norway’s second largest city. Enjoy a city sightseeing tour including a visit to Troldhaugen, the home of Norway’s internationally-known composer, the late Edvard Grieg. Tour concludes with a guided walk through the historic Hanseatic Wharf. Balance of day free. Dinner on own. Overnight at Radisson BLU Royal / Clarion Admiral Hotel. [B]
Drive to Bergen, Norway’s second largest city. Enjoy a city sightseeing tour including a visit to Troldhaugen, the home of Norway’s internationally-known composer, the late Edvard Grieg. Tour concludes with a guided walk through the historic Hanseatic Wharf. Balance of day free. Dinner on own. Overnight at Radisson BLU Royal / Clarion Admiral Hotel. [B]day 9: june 21 / august 5Bergen—Stavanger
Travel the coastal route to Stavanger via Stord, a region which played significant roles in saga literature and Norwegian history. Ferry from Halhjem to Sandvikvåg. Visit the Nordvegen History Centre in Avaldnes, home to the first kings of Norway and the legendary figures who appear so often in sagas and songs. Drive the underwater tunnels from Rennesøy to Randaberg. Continue to Stavanger. Dinner on own. Overnight at Clarion Hotel Stavanger.
[B]
Travel the coastal route to Stavanger via Stord, a region which played significant roles in saga literature and Norwegian history. Ferry from Halhjem to Sandvikvåg. Visit the Nordvegen History Centre in Avaldnes, home to the first kings of Norway and the legendary figures who appear so often in sagas and songs. Drive the underwater tunnels from Rennesøy to Randaberg. Continue to Stavanger. Dinner on own. Overnight at Clarion Hotel Stavanger.
[B]day 10: june 22 / august 6Stavanger
Sightseeing tour of Stavanger. Afternoon free. This modern Norwegian city, a hub of the North Sea oil exploration and development operations, is a charming mixture of old and new, retaining much of its 18th century charm. Farewell dinner and overnight at hotel.
[B][D]
Sightseeing tour of Stavanger. Afternoon free. This modern Norwegian city, a hub of the North Sea oil exploration and development operations, is a charming mixture of old and new, retaining much of its 18th century charm. Farewell dinner and overnight at hotel.
[B][D]day 11: june 23 / august 7Stavanger—USA
Tour ends following breakfast. Transfer to Sola Airport Stavanger for return flight. Longer stays may be requested upon registration for a minimum charge of $100. [B]
Tour ends following breakfast. Transfer to Sola Airport Stavanger for return flight. Longer stays may be requested upon registration for a minimum charge of $100. [B]
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"Our American guide had personal ties to Norway and pointed out her family’s home when we passed it, an intimate touch.
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"Brekke planned a great tour which gives you a taste of all the different aspects of Norway. From the sights of Oslo to the Flam railway to the spectacular fjords, we covered it all. Our guide and bus driver were the best, food was great and accommodations were wonderful.
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"Before leaving, I thought the trip was overpriced, but afterwards I know I got my money’s worth! It is such a beautiful country and I know I learned so much more and was spoiled by traveling with Brekke Tours.
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"The Best of Norway exceeded my expectations every day. Each day was well planned time from when we left our hotel, breakfast buffet, daily schedule, dinner buffet. Brekke Travel helped me experience the Norway I had dreamed of visiting. I will always remember how spectacular it’s beauty is from the first day to the last!
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