NORWAY’S MOST POPULAR TOURS PLAN & BOOK YOUR PERFECT TOUR WITH THE HIGHLIGHTS OF NORWAY
CONTENT Norway’s most popular tours Norway in a nutshell® 5 Sognefjord in a nutshell 7 Hardangerfjord in a nutshell 9 Pulpit Rock & Norway in a nutshell® 11 Lysefjord in a nutshell 13 Geirangerfjord & Norway in a nutshell® 15 Hurtigruten & Norway in a nutshell® 17 Fjord Pass® Discount on accommodation, on various activities, rental cars and tourist boats 19 Group experiences Terms and conditions
DISCOVER THE LAND OF THE FJORDS IN SPECTACULAR STYLE
Book fjord tours, hotel stays and exciting activities - all in one package!
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Choose Fjord Tours for great deals on vacations in Norway! We offer a wide range of tours exploring some of the most popular tourist routes across this spectacular country. Whether you’re planning a long holiday in Norway or just a short break, let Fjord Tours be your expert guide - all year round!
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SVOLVÆR
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TRONDHEIM ÅLESUND ÅNDALSNES GEIRANGER
DOMBÅS
BALESTRAND GUDVANGEN STALHEIM BERGEN
FLÅM MYRDAL
VOSS
ULVIK EIDFJORD ODDA ROSENDAL
LAUVIK STAVANGER
OSLO LYSEBOTN ØRNEREDET
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BYRKJEDALSTUNET
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NORWAY IN A NUTSHELL®
GUDVANGEN STALHEIM BERGEN
FLÅM MYRDAL
VOSS
-Discover the magic of the fjords with the world-famous tour
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FACTS This legendary tour takes you through Norway’s most breathtaking UNESCO-protected fjord and mountain scenery, on Europe’s top scenic rail journeys. The Norway in a nutshell ® trip takes you through some of Norway’s most beautiful fjord scenery. You can experience beautiful Bergen, the scenic Bergen Railway, the breathtaking Flåm Railway, the Aurlandsfjord, the narrow Nærøyfjord, which is on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. If you are lucky, you might spot seals basking on the smooth rocks along the fjord. The trip also includes the impressive Stalheimskleiva road with its steep and spectacular hairpin bends. Norway in a nutshell® is available as a day tour or with overnight stays en route The round-trip tour can be started in Oslo, Bergen, Voss or Flam, no matter the season, in winter, spring, summer and fall. Customize your tour by adding the hotels and activities of your choice. Everything is handled in one booking operation at www.fjordtours.com.
Season: Daily, all year Duration: One day or more Alternatives and prices Round trip from Bergen: NOK 1220 Round trip from Voss: NOK 840 Round trip from Oslo via Bergen: NOK 2490 Round trip from Oslo via Voss: NOK 2205* One-way trip Oslo–Bergen or Bergen–Oslo: NOK NOK 1630 Children (4–15): separate prices apply Direction optional The trip includes Transport by train, boat and bus: The Bergen Railway The Flåm Railway Fjord cruise on the Aurlandsfjord and the Nærøyfjord The Stalheimskleiva road (May–September) *only during the summer season
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SOGNEFJORD IN A NUTSHELL - The king of the Fjords
BALESTRAND
FLÅM MYRDAL BERGEN
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Enjoy the Sognefjord, one of the world’s most beautiful destinations. Adding a night or stop in the stunning town of Balestrand is a must! The Sognefjord is called the King of the fjords for a good reason: it is not only the longest fjord in Norway and the second longest in the world, it is also an area of exceptional natural beauty. To make sure you don’t miss out on the best sights, try the popular round trip Sognefjord in a nutshell. This trip includes a trip by express boat on the Sognefjord and train journeys through spectacular nature on the famous Flåm Railway and the Bergen Railway. Along the way you have a chance to stop by in quaint villages like Balestrand and Flåm. The trip can be made as a day excursion or as a longer journey over several days. Sognefjord in a nutshell is available as a day tour or with overnight stays en route The round-trip tour can be started in Oslo or Bergen. Customize your tour by adding the hotels and activities of your choice. Everything is handled in one booking operation at www.fjordtours.com. ®
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FACTS Season: 1 May–30 September Duration: One day or more Alternatives and prices Round trip from Bergen: NOK 1465 Round trip from Oslo via Bergen: NOK 2750 One-way trip Oslo–Bergen or Bergen–Oslo: NOK 1865 Children (4–15): separate prices Direction optional The trip includes Transport by train and boat: Express boat on the Sognefjord The Flåm Railway The Bergen Railway
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HARDANGERFJORD IN A NUTSHELL
VOSS BERGEN
ROSENDAL
If the Sognefjord is the king of the fjords of Western Norway, the Hardangerfjord is the queen. The 179-kilometre-long fjord offers scenery that will spellbind even the most seasoned traveller. Here, there are cultural and natural gems galore. The round trip Hardanger in a nutshell takes you by train from Bergen to Voss and continues by bus to the beautiful village of Ulvik. If you’re lucky enough to be here in May, you will see the beautiful fruit trees in full blossom. From Ulvik, the trip continues by boat to Eidfjord. In Eidfjord, you will experience a sightseeing trip to Vøringsfossen waterfall, Norway’s biggest waterfall, and Hardangervidda Nature Centre. The round trip continues with a beautiful boat trip to Norheimsund, where a bus will be waiting to take you back to Bergen. You will pass the cascading Steinsdalsfossen waterfall on the way. Additional trip to Rosendal - Express boat Bergen - Rosendal - Bus Rosendal – Odda - Lofthus - The Hardangerfjord in a nutshell, from Lofthus to Bergen/Oslo See www.fjordtours.com for more details TO BOOK: WWW.FJORDTOURS.COM
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The best of Hardangerfjord
Travel through landscape of majestic mountains, roaring waterfalls and idyllic orchards.
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TRAIN BOAT BUS
FACTS The Hardangerfjord in a nutshell Season: 1 May–30 September Duration: One day or more Alternatives and prices Round trip from Bergen: NOK 1290 Round trip from Oslo via Bergen: NOK 2765 One-way trip Oslo–Bergen or Bergen–Oslo: NOK 1890 Children (4–15): separate prices apply Direction optional The trip includes Transport by train, bus and boat: The Bergen Railway Bus Voss–Ulvik Fjord cruise on the Hardangerfjord Bus Norheimsund–Bergen Sightseeing in Eidfjord Bus trip to the Vøringsfossen waterfall and Hardangervidda Nature Centre.
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PULPIT ROCK & NORWAY IN A NUTSHELL® - Most breathtaking viewing platforms (Lonely Planet)
Spoil yourself with fjord sailings in magnificent Lysefjord, scenic rail journeys, city breaks and add a stunning hike to Norway’s world wonder of a cliff, Pulpit Rock. Our popular round trip Norway in a nutshell® takes you from Oslo to Bergen. The express bus takes you from Bergen to the oil city of Stavanger. Great views of wild and beautiful coastal landscapes are some of the highlights of the trip south. Stavanger is the starting point for one of the definite highlights of the trip – sightseeing on the Lysefjord, where you can experience the impressive Pulpit Rock, an overhanging mountain plateau towering 604 metres above the fjord. You will also get an opportunity on the trip to taste the crystal clear water of the Hengjanibbå waterfall. You can also choose the Pulpit Rock cruise and hiking trip. Pulpit Rock & Norway in a nutshell® requires overnight stays en route The round-trip tour can be started in Oslo, Bergen or Stavanger. Customize your tour by adding the hotels and activities of your choice. Everything is handled in one booking operation at www.fjordtours.com. TO BOOK: WWW.FJORDTOURS.COM
AURLAND FLÅM
VOSS MYRDAL TRAIN BOAT BUS THE PULPIT ROCK (optional walk)
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STAVANGER LYSEFJORDEN
FACTS Season: 1 May – 30 September Season Pulpit Rock hiking: 1 June – 31 August Duration: Three days or more Lysefjord sightseeing cruise One-way trip from Oslo: NOK 2610 Round trip from Oslo: NOK 3590 Cruise & hiking trip One-way trip from Oslo: NOK 2920 Round trip from Oslo: NOK 3890 The trip includes Transport by train, boat and bus: Norway in a nutshell® one-way trip (train, bus, boat) Express bus Bergen–Stavanger Sightseeing on the Lysefjord Pulpit Rock cruise and hiking trip Additional options The Sørlandsbanen Railway Stavanger–Oslo 11
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LYSEFJORD IN A NUTSHELL
STAVANGER ØRNEREDET LYSEBOTN LAUVIK SANDNES
Breathe in, breathe out!
SIRDAL BYRKJEDALSTUNET BOAT BUS THE PULPIT ROCK
Experience the unique and magnificent scenery of Western Norway at its best with fjords and mountains, waterfalls and idyllic islands. The trip starts by bus from Stavanger via Sandnes to Byrkjedalstunet, where there will be a short stop, and on through Sirdal. There are breathtaking views of the Lysefjord from the Eagle’s Nest at an altitude of 1,000 metres, where there will be time to stop before the bus tackles the 27 hairpin bends down to Lysebotn. The trip continues with a cruise on the Lysefjord, one of Norway’s most breathtaking fjords. The wild and dramatic 42-kilometre-long fjord cuts a swathe through steep mountains. The Lysefjord is a geological gem formed by glaciers during the Ice Age. Along the way, you will see the famous Pulpit Rock from the fjord and the unique mountain formation Mount Kjerag. The trip also includes magnificent scenic experiences and beautiful waterfalls, such as ’Fantahålå’, old mountain farms, goats and idyllic islands. The boat arrives at Lauvvik where a bus will be waiting to take you back to Sandnes and change to train from Sandnes to Stavanger.
FACTS Season: 14 June–31 August Duration: 1 day Prices Adults: NOK 770 Children: NOK 490 The trip includes Transport by train, bus and boat: Bus, Stavanger–Sirdal–Lysebotn Fjord cruise on the Lysefjord Bus, Lauvvik–Sandnes Train, Sandnes-Stavanger Additional options The Sørlandsbanen Railway: Stavanger–Kristiansand
Plan stops en route! A day trip or a trip over several days? You choose. TO BOOK: WWW.FJORDTOURS.COM
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GEIRANGER
You can start the trip by taking a train from Oslo to Åndalsnes, a journey that includes one of Norway’s most beautiful and wild stretches of railway, the Raumabanen Railway. En route, you will pass the sheer Trollveggen cliff and the Kylling bridge, the most photographed bridge in Norway. From Åndalsnes, the trip continues by bus to the Art Nouveau city of Ålesund. The Hurtigruten coastal express takes you to the magical Geirangerfjord¬ where you can enjoy views of the famous waterfalls: ‘De Syv Søstre‘ (the seven sisters), ‘Friaren’ (the suitor) and ‘Brudesløret’ (the bridal veil). During high season, you can also experience the steep Ørnevegen road (Eagle’s Road) on the way back to Ålesund. The trip continues to Bergen on the Hurtigruten coastal express. In Bergen, you can experience the World Heritage Site Bryggen and wander through history all the way from the Middle Ages and to the present. The trip continues with our popular Norway in a nutshell® trip from Bergen to Oslo. Geirangerfjord & Norway in a nutshell® requires overnight stays en route The round-trip tour can be started in Oslo, Bergen or Ålesund. TO BOOK: WWW.FJORDTOURS.COM
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See two of Norway’s most beautiful fjords plus the ever-popular Norway in a nutshell® tour in one and the same trip. The Geirangerfjord and the Nærøyfjord are both included on UNESCO’s World Heritage List.
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GEIRANGERFJORD & NORWAY IN A NUTSHELL® A taste of world heritage
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FACTS Season: 1 June–31 August Duration: Four days or more Prices 1 June–20 June 2015 Adults NOK 6240 Children NOK 3815 21 June–31 August 2015 Adults NOK 6290 Children NOK 4030 The trip includes Transport by train, boat and bus: The Dovre Railway Oslo–Dombås The Raumabanen Railway Dombås–Åndalsnes Bus Åndalsnes–Ålesund The Hurtigruten coastal cruise Ålesund–Geiranger–Ålesund Bus Geiranger–Ålesund in the period 21 June–31 August The Hurtigruten coastal cruise Ålesund–Bergen (incl. unspecified cabin and breakfast) Norway in a nutshell® Bergen–Oslo 15
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TRAIN BOAT BUS HURTIGRUTEN COASTAL CRUISE
Two of the best GUDVANGEN STALHEIM
The Hurtigruten coastal express is often called the world’s most beautiful sea voyage, but it is more than just a beautiful voyage. The Hurtigruten coastal express is also a lifeline for many people along our extensive coastline. If you want to experience some of the best scenery Norway has to offer, combine the Hurtigruten coastal express with the round trip Norway in a nutshell®. We know that a trip on the Hurtigruten coastal express is a dream for many people – now it’s time to make that dream come true. The trip takes you to Norway’s three largest cities – Oslo, Bergen and Trondheim – which have a wide range of tourist attractions, restaurants and shopping opportunities. The round trip combines a comfortable train ride on the Dovre Railway from Oslo to Trondheim with a journey on the Hurtigruten coastal express from Trondheim to Bergen. Complete the experience by taking the Norway in a nutshell® round trip on the way back to Oslo. Hurtigruten & Norway in a nutshell® requires overnight stays en route The round-trip tour can be started in Oslo, Bergen or Trondheim. Customize your tour by adding the hotels and activities of your choice. Everything is handled in one booking operation at www.fjordtours.com TO BOOK: WWW.FJORDTOURS.COM
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HURTIGRUTEN & NORWAY IN A NUTSHELL®
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FACTS Season: Daily, all year Duration: Four days or more Prices 1 January–31 March / 1 November–31 December Adults NOK 4410, children NOK 2730 1 April–31 May / 1 September–31 October Adults NOK 4910, children NOK 3070 1 June–31 August Adults NOK 5860 children NOK 3795 The trip includes Transport by train, boat and bus: The Dovre Railway Oslo –Trondheim, The Hurtigruten coastal cruise Trondheim – Bergen (incl. unspecified cabin and breakfast) Norway in a nutshell® Bergen – Oslo
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SELECTED HOTELS - UP TO 50% OFF
ACTIVITIES – UP TO 33 % OFF
Hotels: Prices start at NOK 350 per person per night in a standard double room including breakfast. Cabins and apartments: Prices start at NOK 435 per cabin/ apartment per night.
Enjoy an active holiday with your family, partner or friends. Choose between glacier walks, fishing trips, kayaking, walking and climbing, whitewater rafting/river boarding, spa, activity centres, family parks, museums, high-rope courses, gokarting, whale safaris and lots more.
TOURIST BOAT ROUTES - 15% OFF
RENTAL CAR – 15% OFF
The following offer a 15% discount on full-price tickets: Flåm–Gudvangen Geiranger–Hellesylt Lysebotn-Lauvik
You can get a 15% discount on AVIS hire cars with Fjord Pass®.
Spend less money & have more fun NOK 150 Valid in 2015. 2 adults + 2 children (0-15) Valid when presented toghether with ID. View all deals at www.fjordtours.com HOW TO GET DISCOUNT WITH FJORD PASS® Hotels: - Book at www.fjordtours.com, reception member hotel. Activities: - Book at member enterprise only. Car rental: Booking at www.fjordtours.com Tourist boat routes: Discount when cash payment on board Fjord1 boats.
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GROUP EXPERIENCES
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COURSE & CONFERENCE TEAMBUILDING FACILITIES/ ACCOMMODATION
Stay in unique, charming accommodation where you can eat well. Try the local produce. Hold a meeting in modern premises with all the facilities you require, set in beautiful scenery.
FOOD EXPERIENCES
Fun for everyone! We offer a range of exciting outdoor activities via our partners. How about taking a RIB boat trip or kayaking on the fjord, cycling the Navvies’ Road, walking from the fjord to the mountains, a day of skiing in the mountains or other fun winter activities?
TRANSPORT
If you need transport by train, boat and bus, please contact us and we will help you.
BOOKING & INFORMATION
THE NAVVIES’ ROAD
Good food and drink is important. Local chefs conjure up fantastic dishes using fresh seasonal ingredients. Choose between everything from a snack on the train and packed lunches to fabulous buffettables and dinner at the local brewery. Eat at the hotel or out and about. You decide where, we see to the rest.
Be sure to book early! This is our most popular corporate tour. You cycle from the mountains to the fjord. The train fare, bike hire, luggage transport, meals, accommodation and a guide, if requested, are included.
We offer customised packages adapted to your wishes based on our round trips found elsewhere in this brochure. We have the necessary information and can answer your questions. Contact us by email: gruppekontor@fjordtours.no or call (+47) 55 55 76 67. 21
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS Fjord Tours AS is a technical organiser. The terms and conditions are based on the Act relating to package tours and only applies to trips purchased in Norway. You will find a complete overview of the terms and conditions at www.fjordtours.com. Cancellation of trips Trips purchased through Fjord Tours’ customer service line, NSB (Norwegian State Railways) stations and the Tourist Information offices in Bergen, Oslo, Voss and Flåm can be cancelled and refunded pursuant to applicable rules. Partly used tickets will not be refunded. Separate cancellation rules apply to trips including the Hurtigruten coastal express. Trips purchased on the Fjord Tours website cannot be altered or refunded*, unless you have taken out cancellation insurance though your insurance company or through Fjord Tours and you meet the cancellation requirements of the insurance policy. Cancellation insurance can be purchased through Fjord Tours when you purchase round trips and costs NOK 300 per person per trip. Tickets purchased through Fjord Tours’ group office will be refunded pursuant to the rules on the signed order confirmation. Different trips and booking channels have different cancellation rules. *
Separate cancellation rules apply to trips that include activities such as kayaking and RIB boat safaris etc. (see www.fjordtours.com).
Conditions for Fjord Pass® Fjord Pass® is a personal pass and cannot be transferred to others. Fjord Pass® applies to standard rooms in the hotel’s participation periods. When you book and check in, you must always state that you have the Fjord Pass®. A room reservation will be held until 18.00 on the day of arrival. After this time, you lose the right to the room unless otherwise agreed. Cancellation shall take place by 18.00 the day before arrival, at the latest. If the cancellation is not made in time, you will be charged for the first night of the reservation. Payment is made directly to the hotel when you check out. Fjord Tours assume no liability for printing errors. Prices and conditions are subject to change during the period of validity.
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DESIGN: Neolab by Knowit | PHOTOS: Paal Audestad / www.fjordtours.no P.1,4,6,8,18,20,21,23, 25 Casper Tybjerg Innovasjon NorgeP10 Fjord Norway P.12. Per Eide / Fjord Norway P.14. The Hurtigruten costal express, Simen Fangel P.14. Vegard Moen / Norwegian public roads administration P.25.Jarle Wæhler / Norwegian public roads administration P.25. Hotel Ullensvang, CH - /visitnorway.com, Haugastøl - Marius Arnesen P.21. Panorama Hotel, Høvestøtt, Morten Rakke, Grete Kvalø P.23. NSB P24
Booking: www.fjordtours.com
Or book directly at NSB’s train stations The Tourist Information offices in Bergen, Oslo, Voss and Flåm