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Scenic Norway
10-day tour includes Cruise fjords, visit the Norwegiana Glacier Museum, and much more...
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Immerse yourself in the land of thundering waterfalls, gleaming glaciers and charming stave churches. A full 10–day circle from Oslo to Oslo, starting with two nights in this amazing city, shows you this breathtaking country in a most scenic way. Highlights include the 1994 Winter Olympics city of Lillehammer, cruises on the Geirangerfjord and Sognefjord, the excellent Norwegian Glacier Museum, spectacular Tvindefoss and Latefoss waterfalls, Grieg's home, Frogner Park and the Resistance Museum in Oslo. Visits to Bergen, the most picturesque of all Scandinavian towns, and rustic, unspoiled Telemark are included.
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| | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Board your overnight transatlantic flight | (Fri.) Board your overnight transatlantic flight. | | Day 2 |  Oslo | Arrival in Oslo, Norway. (Sat.) Welcome to the land of fjords, lakes, and mountains, of thundering waterfalls and gleaming glaciers, of Viking tales and long summer days. You have arrived in one of the worlds most beautiful countries, inhabited by hardy, friendly people with a ready smile. Today you may want to rest or start exploring lively Oslo. At 6 p.m. meet your traveling companions for a welcome drink hosted by your tour director. | | Day 3 | Lillehammer | Oslo–Lillehammer. (Sun.) Motor north through the undulating lowland area where Norways most fertile arable land yields crops of barley, wheat, and oats. After a picture stop at Eidsvoll, where the countrys democratic constitution was signed in 1814, proceed along lovely Lake Mjösa. Via the ice–skating center of Hamar you reach Lillehammer, proud host of the 1994 Winter Olympics. Time here for lunch and a leisurely walk along Storgata. In the afternoon visit the unique MAIHAUGEN OPEN–AIR MUSEUM. An expert explains the rich collection of ancient Gudbrandsdal farms, sod–covered dwellings, workshops, tools, and weapons. (FB,D) | | Day 4 | Olden | Lillehammer–Olden. (Mon.) A spectacularly scenic day starts with a morning drive through the wide Gudbrandsdal Valley, the lush dairy and timber land of Ibsens drama Peer Gynt. Shoot your pictures of the lonely stave church of Lom, then climb past the tree line to 5,000 feet, the culminating point on your itinerary. Admire the breathtaking panoramic view from the Dalsnibba lookout above Geirangerfjord. In the afternoon enjoy a one–hour cruise on this stunningly beautiful stretch of water, past the famous "Seven Sister"s cascade and several now–abandoned farms clinging precariously to small patches of steep pasture land. Dock at Hellesylt and head south via Lake Hornindal to peaceful Olden. (FB,D) | | Day 5 | Stalheim | Olden–Stalheim. (Tue.) Follow the shoreline of the innermost branch of Nordfjord to Utvik, then cross the mountains to the serene Vatedalen Valley and pristine Lake Jölster. The mountain scenery gets more rugged as you approach the tunnel underneath Jostedalsbreen, Europes largest glacier. Stop at the Brevasshytta to view one of the mighty tongues which radiate from the main glacier into the surrounding valleys. Next visit Fjaerlands excellent NORWEGIAN GLACIER MUSEUM to satisfy your curiosity about one of natures most impressive features and watch a thrilling five–screen film. In the afternoon, youre in for a real treat. Cruise for two hours on spectacular Sognefjord. Land at Gudvangen and motor through a narrow canyon up to Stalheim, a lofty vantage point high above the majestic Naeröydal Valley. (FB,D) | | Day 6 | Bergen | Stalheim–Bergen. (Wed.) On the way back down to sea level, pass Tvindefoss waterfall and see the popular lakeside resort of Voss. Late morning arrival in Bergen, certainly the most picturesque of all Scandinavian towns. During your orientation tour hear about its
11th–century origins and its association with the Hanseatic League. Afternoon at leisure to stroll through the colorful fish market and the narrow lanes of ancient Bryggen, and to ride the funicular up to Mount Flöyen. (FB,D) | | Day 7 | Telemark | Bergen–Telemark. (Thu.) Cross Hardangerfjord by ferry from Kvanndal to Utne, and take reluctant leave of the fjord area as you drive through the orchards along Sörfjord, whose tranquil splendor inspired Griegs Morning Mood. More scenic delights are in store including thundering Latefoss, the star among waterfalls; the wild Hardangervidda mountain plateau where Fridtjof Nansen prepared for his polar expeditions, and where reindeer roam; finally watch out for traditional wooden dwellings and barns rising from blooming meadows beside the road along the northern shore of Lake Totak into rustic, unspoiled Telemark. (FB,D) | | Day 8 | Oslo | Telemark–Oslo. (Fri.) Look forward to a riveting guided visit to VEMORK, scene of the daring sabotage action celebrated in The Heroes of Telemark. Learn all about the dramatic events of 1943, and also gain an insight into the technology of hydroelectric power generation, one of the pillars of Norways economy. Leave the narrow Rjukan Valley via Lake Tinnsjöen, where the saboteurs sank a ferry loaded with heavy water thereby dashing Nazi hopes of winning the race for the atomic bomb. Before returning to Oslo in the afternoon, admire HEDDAL STAVE CHURCH, the largest of the countrys remaining medieval wooden churches. (FB) | | Day 9 | Oslo | Oslo. (Sat.) Morning sightseeing in the capital features such landmarks as the National Theater, Parliament, and the Royal Palace. Stroll through magnificent FROGNER PARK with Gustav Vigelands 193 extraordinary bronze and granite sculptures. Visit the modern CITY HALL and the RESISTANCE MUSEUM in the lavish grounds of Akershus Fortress. Afternoon and evening at leisure, with optional activities organized by your tour director. You
may want to see relics of Norways glorious seafaring past, including elegant Viking ships, Nansens and Amundsens polar vessel Fram, and Thor Heyerdahls Kon–Tiki raft. Tonight youll be tempted to celebrate the success of your journey with a Norwegian specialties dinner in one of Oslos fine restaurants. (FB) | | Day 10 | Return Home | (Sun.) Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (FB) |
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