Watch our Online Travel Show about this tour and earn a $100 credit for your next booking with Holiday Vacations.
Majestic Fjords of Norway
Hardangervidda National Park
The Kon-Tiki Museum
Courtesy of The Kon-Tiki Museum
Hardanger Juice and Cider Factory
Hardanger Akvasenter
Hardanger Folk Museum
Photo Credit: Benjamin Richards
Discover Norway’s unique culture and dramatic landscapes, including towering mountains, lush valleys, stunning coastlines, and the world’s highest concentration of fjords. Embark on a guided tour in Oslo to enjoy the charming architecture, traditional Scandinavian culture with modern influences, and historic museums. In Lillehammer, visit the open-air museum, Maihaugen, then venture into the breathtaking Hardanger region in Western Norway. Gaze upon Voringsfossen Waterfall, learn about Hardangervidda National Park at Norsk Natursenter, and see the process of making popular apple drinks at a local farm. Relax on two picturesque ferry rides, on the Hardangerfjord to Utne to dive into folk culture, and on the famous Sognefjord to Norheimsund, where we witness the life cycle of salmon. Journey to Bergen for a guided city tour and visit composer Edvard Grieg’s living museum, Troldhaugen, before dining with a local Norwegian family at their historic farm. As a final farewell to Norway, take the funicular railway up Mount Floyen for spectacular panoramic views.
Trip overview may vary by departure.
Highlights
Voringsfossen Waterfall
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Norway’s most famous waterfall, nestled along the Norwegian Scenic Route Hardangervidda. This awe-inspiring natural wonder is located on the largest mountain plateau in Northern Europe and plunges nearly 600 feet into the rugged Mabodalen Valley. Marvel at the dramatic contrast between the serene fjord, soaring cliffs, and expansive plateau, cloaked in lush greenery. If luck is on our side, we may even catch sights of a vibrant rainbow!
Bergen
Explore this vibrant coastal city, beginning with a glimpse into its medieval era as we view Bergenhus Fortress, one of Norway’s oldest and best-preserved fortifications. Then, go beyond its imposing walls to see Rosenkrantz Tower, built by King Frederik II. On our stroll through Bryggen wharf, Bergen’s historic harbor district and UNESCO World Heritage Site, admire the colorful, timber-clad buildings. Next, we explore Troldhaugen, a living museum that celebrates renowned composer Edvard Grieg’s creative world within his beautifully preserved home and concert hall.
Hardangerfjord
Embark on two awe-inspiring ferry rides through Norway’s second-longest fjord. From Kvanndal to Utne, soak up panoramic views of the fjord’s tranquil waters flanked by towering mountains and lush green hillsides. Then, cruise the serene waters from Ulvik to Norheimsund for more picturesque vistas and a chance to see the striking Folgefonna glacier in the distance. Along the way, watch for charming villages, cascading waterfalls, and marine life. This area is also known as the “Orchard of Norway” so countless beautiful orchards and fruit farms line the shores!
Maihaugen Open-Air Museum
Step back in time during a cultural journey that transports you through centuries of Nordic life with over 200 preserved buildings. Nestled amidst lush landscapes, this living museum offers the opportunity to engage with costumed interpreters that bring history to life and skilled artisans demonstrating age-old crafts. Visit ancient farmsteads, quaint village dwellings, military facilities, a school, and more that contain impressive artifacts.
- Day 1: Fly to NorwayWe board our flight for a relaxing overnight journey across the Atlantic.
- Day 2: Welcome to OsloUpon arriving in Norway’s capital, we meet our English-speaking local guide and check in to our hotel for a two-night stay in the heart of the city. The remainder of the day is yours to explore or relax before our adventurous days ahead. This evening, we get to know fellow travelers at a wonderful Welcome Dinner.
Meals Included: Dinner
- Day 3: City Tour & MuseumsEach morning begins with a lovely included breakfast. Today, our local guide joins us for an intriguing tour of Oslo that features sights of the Royal Palace, Vigeland Sculpture Park, Akershus Fortress, the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet, and Bygdoy. Afterwards, we visit the Fram Museum to dive into Norway’s history of polar exploration and see the strongest wooden ship ever built, which holds records for the farthest sailings north and south. Our journey through history continues next door at the Kon-Tiki Museum, home to the original balsa wood raft Thor Heyerdahl famously used to cross the Pacific Ocean in 1951. The rest of the day is yours at leisure.
Meals Included: Breakfast
- Day 4: LillehammerOur day begins with a drive to Lillehammer, a picturesque ski resort town that overlooks the northern end of Lake Mjosa. We explore Maihaugen, one of Northern Europe’s largest open-air museums, and learn what life was like from the Middle Ages to the present. Marvel at this recreation of a small inland village with hundreds of authentic buildings, including turf-topped houses, a railway station, a school, fishing cabins, barns, and historic Garmo Stave Church, built over 800 years ago. While there, enjoy an included lunch with delicious traditional food. After checking in to our hotel in the nearby city of Oyer, the rest of the day is yours to relax or explore.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
- Day 5: HardangerToday, our travels take us through spectacular scenery as we head to Eidfjord in Western Norway, where the world’s highest concentration of fjords can be found. This afternoon, we reach our destination and see Voringsfossen Waterfall, Norway’s most famous waterfall. Watch how the powerful water cascades nearly 600 feet off the Hardangervidda Plateau into the Mabodalen Valley! Next, we venture into Hardangervidda National Park and visit Norsk Natursenter – Hardanger to browse state-of-the-art exhibits that showcase Norwegian natural and cultural history. View a panoramic film called Norway My Country - Fjord, Mountain, Waterfall, and Hardangervidda in the theater, then explore three floors of interactive stations, fossils, aquariums, illustrations, and more. Later, we cross the iconic Hardanger Bridgeand take a scenic route along the Hardangerfjord to Ulvik. We check in to our accommodations and gather for a delicious dinner.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
- Day 6: The Hardangerfjord & UtneOur morning begins with a visit to Hardanger Juice and Cider Factory. Embark on a guided tour of the farm to see how they make their famous apple cider, juice, dessert wine, and brandy, then indulge in a taste of each! Afterwards, we board a ferry in Kvanndal and soak up breathtaking sights on the spellbinding Hardangerfjord, one of Norway’s most impressive fjords. Upon reaching the charming village of Utne, we enjoy lunch on our own before exploring the Hardanger Folk Museum. Become immersed in the region’s culture as we browse exhibits on traditional embroidery and costumes, old buildings that depict life in the 1800s, the largest collection of authentic Hardanger fiddles, and more. We then ferry back to Ulvik for dinner together and have a night of relaxation.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
- Day 7: NorheimsundWe depart our hotel this morning for another ferry ride on Norway’s enchanting Hardangerfjord to the village of Norheimsund, a lesser-known gem with a stunning waterfront. Our first stop is Hardanger Akvasenter, where we learn about Norway’s important salmon fishing industry and engage with aquaculture exhibits. We then travel westward to Bergen, our home for the final two nights. Nicknamed the City of Seven Mountains, it’s renowned for vistas of towering mountains, deep fjords, and colorful wooden houses.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
- Day 8: Bergen
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
- Day 9: Fly HomeWe board our flight home today, returning with wonderful memories and photos from our time in Norway.
Meals Included: Breakfast
What's Included
All Accommodations
- 2 nights at Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Oslo
- 1 night in Oyer
- 2 nights in Ulvik
- 2 nights at Thon Hotel Rosenkrantz Bergen
Attractions & Highlights
- Oslo guided city tour feat. Vigeland Sculpture Park, Fram Museum & Kon-Tiki Museum
- Maihaugen open-air museum
- Voringsfossen Waterfall
- Hardangervidda National Park feat. Norsk Natursenter – Hardanger
- Hardanger Folk Museum
- Hardanger Juice and Cider Factory with tastings
- Ferry on the Hardangerfjord from Kvanndal to Utne
- Hardanger Akvasenter guided tour
- Ferry on the Hardangerfjord from Ulvik to Norheimsund
- Troldhaugen
- Floibanen funicular to Mount Floyen
- Ovre-Eide Norwegian farm visit
- Bergen guided city tour feat. Bryggen
- Time at leisure in Oslo, Lillehammer & Bergen
13 Excellent Meals
- Welcome Dinner in Oslo
- Daily breakfast
- Lunch at Maihaugen open-air museum
Learn more about what's included with the Holiday Advantage.
Birmingham - Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport