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Norway is a Scandinavian country encompassing mountains, glaciers and deep coastal fjords. Oslo, the capital, is a city of green spaces and museums. Preserved 9th-century Viking ships are displayed at Oslo’s Viking Ship Museum. Bergen, with colorful wooden houses, is the starting point for cruises to the dramatic Sognefjord. Norway is also known for fishing, hiking and skiing, notably at Lillehammer’s Olympic resort.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Tromso
Arrival Tromso airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Your tour leader will meet you upon arrival at the hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Tromso is 320km above the Arctic Circle and despite this very north location it still is home to a great number of international standard hotels, lively cafes, world class seafood restaurants, lots of museum and captivating galleries as well as an exciting nightlife.
Overnight in Tromso,

Day 2 Tromso (By Road) ( 23 kms / 30 min appx )
Proceed to two hour panoramic tour of Tromso. Our tour helps us discover the city that sits between fjords and mountains. We begin with a visit to the outside of the famous Arctic Cathedral  this strange looking building was created with a unique iceberg effect. We’ll walk through the old city that retains a partially pedestrianised system and we’ll pass colourful old wooden houses and discover the largest wooden cathedral in Norway.

After lunch (at own cost) your day is free to explore the city on your own. Why not visit one of the many museums or visit the most northerly brewery in the world for a tasty beverag. There is also an optional visit to the Polar Museum Tromso has long been an important base for many polar expeditions. This museum presents the men, women, ships and equipment that were essential to the life at sea and in the Arctic.This evening we depart for our first Northern Lights hunt. Our team will endeavour to take you wherever the chances to admire this amazing show are optimal. In order to succeed they use satellites that observe the evolution of the phenomenon and choose the place of observation based on these findings.
Overnight in Tromso,

Day 3 Tromso – Narvik (By Road) ( 249 kms / 3 hrs 45 min)
Proceed to enter into the Tromso region today. We discover different immaculate landscapes and immense walls of snow. You’ll experience Polarpark the world’s most northerly wildlife park. You’ll have the opportunity to meet the big predators of the Arctic including the lynx, wolf and wolverine as well as elk, reindeer , musk ox and Arctic fox.This afternoon we continue to Narvik – the famous port city where we will spend the night. Narvik was known to be a strategic place during the Second World War why not learn more about this at the Narvik War Museum.
Overnight in Narvik ,

Day 04 Narvik – Andenes (By Road) ( 290 kms / 4 hrs 20 min)
Proceed to Vesteralen. Vesteralen is a kingdom filled with hundreds of large and small islands that form a beautiful natural landscape. The land consists of mountains, rolling hills, deep valleys, white sandy beaches, colourful fishermen houses and narrow fjords. We take a visit to a reindeer farm and discover this fascinating animal. After a typical lunch of the region (included) we learn all about the Sami culture and listen to joiks (stories) in a lavvo (Sami tent). We’ll sit around the fire, visit reindeer herds and feed them. Afterwards we continue on to Andenes – the northern tip of Vesteralen.
Overnight in Andenes,

Day 5 Andenes – Svolaer  (By Road) ( 210 kms / 3 hrs appx )
Proceed to really unique experience. We go on a journey that will bring us closer to whales and sometimes the famous orca. These huge mammals tend to meet in this area during the winter period. We’ll have the opportunity to observe orca and humpback whales in full operation. There is an expert marine biologist on board to explain everything we may observe. Tea, coffee and biscuits are available throughout the cruise.After the cruise we depart for Svolaer – the capital of Lofoten.
Overnight in Svolaer

Day 6 Svolaer – Harstad (By Road) ( 168 kms / 2 hrs 30min appx )
Proceed to the Lofoten Islands – these stunning islands are dominated by towering snowy peaks that end in the sea. The islands are separated from the mainland by the Vestfjord, these islands create a chain of about 150km from north to south between islands and bays. This region is very famous for cod fishing in the high season.

Day 7 Harstad – Tromso (By Cruise) (6 hrs 30 min appx )
Proceed to the port to climb aboard the Hurtigruten cruise back down to Tromso. It takes about 6.5 hours and you’ll experience breathtaking views along the route. This coastal voyage is synonymous with Norway and is sometimes described as the World’s Most Beautiful Sea Voyage. We arrive into Tromso in the afternoon. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 8 Depart Tromso
Departure transfer to onwards destination.

**********TOUR ENDS********

Hotels

City Nights Hotels
Tromso 2 Thon Hotel
Narvik 1 Scandic Narvik
Andenes 1 Andrikken Hotel
Svolaer 1 Thon Hotel Lofoten
Harstad 1 Clarion Collection Hotel
Tromso 1 Thon Hotel

Includes

  • Accommodation as per the program.
  • Meals – Breakfast & Dinner.
  • Entrance fees.
  • Local English speaking guide.
  • All transfers, sightseeing, excursions.
  • All taxes.
  • Hurtigruten cruise from Harstad to Tromso.
  • Whale & Orca Safari/Cruise.

Excludes

  • Personal Expenses.
  • International Air tickets
  • Camera / Video Camera Fees.
  • Medical Aid.
  • Tips.
  • Travel Insurance.
  • Visa (If any).

Important

– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.

]]> Exotic Scandinavian https://www.opulentroutes.com/tour/exotic-scandinavian/ Sat, 02 Jan 2021 11:20:12 +0000 https://www.opulentindiasia.com/?post_type=tour&p=11814
Norway is a Scandinavian country encompassing mountains, glaciers and deep coastal fjords. Oslo, the capital, is a city of green spaces and museums. Preserved 9th-century Viking ships are displayed at Oslo’s Viking Ship Museum. Bergen, with colorful wooden houses, is the starting point for cruises to the dramatic Sognefjord. Norway is also known for fishing, hiking and skiing, notably at Lillehammer’s Olympic resort.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Oslo
Arrive and meet assist at the airport later transfer hotel. 

Afternoon Oslo City tour with guide, during the visit of the Norwegian Capital you will admire the Royal Palace, the National Theater, the Parliament, the Opera House by the water front, and the medieval Akershus fortress. There will be time for a pleasant stroll through the Frogner Park with the controversial sculptures by Gustav Vigeland.Visit the Vikingeskipshuset.
Overnight in Oslo,

Day 02 Oslo – Fjors  (By Road) (23 kms / 30 min appx)
Drive to Fords, start city tour later transfer to hotel.
Overnight in Fjords,

Day 3 Fjord
Coach at dicsposal ferry crossing: Stranda →Liabygda.
Drive along Romsdals fjorden and Trollstigen Road, Ferry crossing: Linge Eidsdal, Geirangerfjord mini cruise, about 1 hour, Geiranger Hellesylt.
Overnight in Fjords,

Day 04 Fjord (By Road) (176 kms / 3 hrs 20 min)
Hotel coach at disposal FD, Briksdal Open Car – Oldedalen Skyss.
Visit Briksdal Glacier and drive via Ski.
Overnight in Fjords,

Day 5 Fjord – Bergen
Drive to Bergen. Ferry crossing: Lavik Ytre Oppedal
Bergen City tour with guide, Bergen, the second largest city in Norway, is charmingly placed between mountains and fjords. The city was founded in 1070 and is the main capital of the fjord country. You will admire the venerable King Haakon’s Hall, the Rosenkranz Tower, and Bryggen – a row of Hanseatic timbered houses with characteristic pointed gables facing the harbor, and the bustling Fish and Flower Market, the City Park, and the Grieghall – the concert hall of Bergen.

Return Ticket for Funicular Train – Floibanen.
Overnight in Bergen

Day 6 Depart Bergen
Departure transfer to onwards destination.

*********************TOUR ENDS******************

Hotels

City

 Nights Hotels
Oslo 1 Radisson Blu
Fjord 3 Best Western Raftevolds Hotel
Bergen 1 Scandic Bergen City

Includes

  • Accommodation as per the program.
  • Meals – Breakfast & Dinner.
  • Return Ticket for Funicular Train – Floibanen
  • Entrance fees.
  • Local English speaking guide.
  • All transfers, sightseeing, excursions.
  • All taxes.

Excludes

  • Personal Expenses.
  • International Air tickets
  • Camera / Video Camera Fees.
  • Medical Aid.
  • Tips.
  • Travel Insurance.
  • Visa (If any).

Important

– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.

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