Norway: Fjords and Glaciers

Our incredible journey will begin in the cosmopolitan city of Bergen – where we’ll meet our Tour Leader and fellow travel companions. Tonight, we’ll get to know one another better over a delicious welcome dinner. 

After breakfast, we’ll embark on an in-depth walking tour of Bergen with a local guide. Then, it’s time to make our way to picturesque Ulvik – stopping off at the Norwegian Nature Centre in Eidfjord to delve deeper into the area’s culture and landscape (you might even catch a goat on the gift shop’s grassy roof!). Tonight, we’ll have the evening free to spend at our leisure. 

First up today: a visit to the mighty Hardanger Bridge – one of the world’s longest suspension bridges. We’ll have the opportunity to marvel at this impressive engineering feat and the stunning natural backdrop, before moving on to Hardangerfjord Akvasenter in Steinstø. Here, we’ll learn all about Norwegian salmon farming processes and have the opportunity to sample a variety of local produce during an included lunch. To top things off, we’ve also got a Hardanger cider-sampling session on the cards, with views over the orchards that bear this special type of apple – the perfect balance of sharp and sweet. Back in Ulvik, we’ll have the rest of the afternoon to take in the picturesque surrounds at our own pace.

Following this morning’s breakfast, we’ll make our way to Myrdal where a tour highlight awaits. Once we arrive, we’ll hop aboard one of the world’s most scenic railway experiences: the famous Flåm railway. We’ll sit back and soak up the breathtaking vistas of the Aurlandsfjord along this panoramic train journey. This afternoon, we’ll continue north to Sogndal – stopping at the fabulously atmospheric (and very medieval) wooden Borgund Stave Church along the way. 

The award-winning Norwegian Glacier Museum is first on our agenda today – offering us a fascinating insight into the region, from the Ice Age to today’s climate change challenges. Afterwards, it’s time to see some of the ice formations for ourselves with stops at the mesmerising Supphellebreen and Bøyabreen glaciers. We’ll end our day at our hotel just outside of the beautiful town of Stryn – where a sumptuous group dinner awaits.

This morning, we’ll enjoy a scenic journey through the Geiranger Fjord to Geiranger on the local ferry, glimpsing the captivating Seven Sisters, Bridal Veil and Suitor waterfalls as we go. Then, weather permitting, we’ll visit Dalsnibba Summit: Europe’s highest and most magnificent fjord viewpoint. We’ll have plenty of time to soak up the incredible surrounding landscapes from the Geiranger Skywalk Platform – perched at 1500m above sea level. This evening, there’ll be some free time to enjoy Stryn’s local hospitality or relax at our hand-picked hotel. 

First on the agenda today: Briksdal Glacier. A Troll car will take us to the foot of this impressive glacier – where we’ll stop to marvel at its untameable power. Afterwards, we’ll stop at De Heibergske Samlinger folk museum before pressing south to Leikanger – where we’ll enjoy some delicious Norwegian cuisine and toast the final night of our adventure.

After a leisurely breakfast, we’ll catch the ferry back to Bergen where it’ll be time to say our goodbyes. What an adventure it’s been!