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Norway Highlights: Cities, Culture & Fjords
Bergen, Balestrand, Geiranger, Lillehammer, Oslo
Explore Oslo, Bergen, and Lillehammer with historic insights from your private guide.
Journey across the panoramic Flam Railway, one of the world’s most scenic train rides.
Sail into UNESCO-listed Næroyfjord, soaking in fjord beauty on a Norwegian cruise.
Discover Briksdal Glacier’s dramatic ice formations up close with your expert guide.
Consult your Destination Expert to personalize culinary tastings in Oslo or Bergen.
* Please note: USD per person, double occupancy. Custom designed personal tour. Prices subject to change.
A travel experience like no other
This sample itinerary was created by experts and is meant to inspire your next trip. It is ready to be customized to suit your interests, tastes and budget so you can connect with local cultures and experience authentic travel on your own terms and departing whenever you choose.
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BergenThe Adventure Begins
- Airport - Vehicle/Driver
- Norway Welcome Package
- Private Meet & Greet in Bergen
- Dinner Reservation at Bryggeloftet
BergenStrolling the Magical Streets
- Walking Tour & Funicular Ride (2 hrs) - Guide
Bergen to BalestrandA Change of Scenery
- Bergen - Balestrand [with Flam Railway & the Majestic Sognefjord (10 hrs)] - Vehicle/Guide
Balestrand to GeirangerA Dazzling Drive
- Balestrand - Geiranger [with Briksdal Glacier Tour (10 hrs)] - Vehicle/Driver-Guide
GeirangerA Bird’s Eye View
- 1/2 Day Dalsnibba Skywalk (3.5 hrs) - Vehicle/Guide
- Geiranger Fjord Views & Spa at Your Leisure
Geiranger to LillehammerEn Route
- Geiranger - Lillehammer [with Lom Stave Church (5.5 hrs)] - Vehicle/Guide
Lillehammer to OsloSights and Insights
- Lillehammer - Oslo [with Ski Jumping Arena & Maihaugen Open Air Museum (5.5 hrs)] - Vehicle/Guide
- Driver-Guide Sendoff
OsloExplore a City of Contrasts
- 1/2 Day Heart of Oslo Walking Tour (3 hrs) - Guide
OsloBon Voyage
- Airport - Vehicle/Driver
BERGEN


The Adventure Begins
Meet your private driver and vehicle for an airport transfer.
A welcome package with your itinerary and any relevant documents or tickets required for your trip will be provided to you on your arrival in destination.
For your added comfort, an English-speaking assistant will meet you at your hotel to walk you through your welcome package documents, your itinerary, and answer any questions you may have.
Dine at Bryggeloftet, Bergen’s oldest restaurant, where local seafood, game, and other Norwegian classics are served in a historic family-run setting on Bryggen. Your Destination Expert can arrange a reservation on request, with the meal paid directly at the restaurant.
Where you’ll be staying
Superior Room
BERGEN


Strolling the Magical Streets
Depart your hotel on foot alongside your private guide, setting out on a highlights walking tour of the colorful city of Bergen. You'll stroll through the old wharf area known as Bryggen, a UNESCO World Heritage Site revered for its Hanseatic commercial buildings, a nod to Bergen's former importance in the 14th-16th century Hanseatic League empire. Visit the town's traditional fish market, a lively and oddly picturesque area where the local catch has been traded for over 800 years. Discover small wooden houses from the 18th and 19th century, tucked away on charming streets and narrow alleyways, and enjoy a round-trip ride on the Floibanen funicular railway to the top of Mount Floyen, offering magnificent views of the city below.
Where you’ll be staying
Superior Room
BERGEN TO BALESTRAND


A Change of Scenery
Meet your private driver-guide and vehicle, departing Bergen for a full-day transfer to Balestrand. En route, you'll arrive to the historic town of Voss, with a stunning background of snow clad mountains. Here you'll board a train which will take you across the mountain plateau to Myrdal where you change to the world-famous Flam Railway, regarded as one of the most spectacular rail rides in the world. Descend down from the mountain station of Myrdal through incredible scenery to the quaint fjord village of Flam, where you'll once again meet up with your driver-guide. Board a ferry which sails through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Naeroyfjord en route to Gudvangen. The Naeroyfjord is a magical stretch of the fjord where your boat will glide so close to the narrowly separated cliff walls that you'll almost feel as if you can reach out and touch them. From Gudvangen, drive over the mountain to Vikoyri, and eventually Vangsnes- from where you cross the lovely Sognefjord by ferry, the longest and deepest fjord in Norway. You'll disembark in Dragsvik and take a short transfer to your hotel in Balestrand, located on the edge of the stunning fjord.
Where you’ll be staying
Fjord View Historic Room
BALESTRAND TO GEIRANGER


A Dazzling Drive
Meet your private driver-guide and embark on a full-day transfer to Geiranger. Along the way, you'll be taken across Gaular Mountain to Jolster and onwards to Skei, located at the foot of Europe’s biggest mainland glacier named Jostedalsbreen. After a short break you continue your journey towards the Briksdal Glacier in Jostedalsbreen National Park, the highlight of your day. Here, you travel by small motorized buggies or 'troll cars', to the very snout of the glacier and experience the breathtaking blue ice, which terminates below in a small, pale glacial lake. You'll head back to your private vehicle again, driving via the picturesque villages Loen and Stryn, and onto the Hellesylt ferry to Geiranger, where you'll overnight in the wonderful surroundings of mountains and fjords, getting the most out of this extraordinary part of the world.
Where you’ll be staying
Standard Fjord View Room
GEIRANGER



A Bird’s Eye View
Set out on a half-day tour with your private driver-guide, along Norway's National Scenic Route to the Dalsnibba Skywalk. Along the way, you'll get to pause for fresh air and a photograph at Flydalsjuvet, a stop on the NSR that offers spectacular vistas out across the picturesque Geirangerfjord. Then, at 4,900 feet above sea level, the Dalsnibba Skywalk offers what essentially feels like standing on top of the world. Standing near the railing, gaze out over the majestic scenery of snow-capped mountains and the remarkable Geirangerfjord, a view you'll never forget.
As the light softens over Geirangerfjord, ease into the evening at Hotel Union, where wide fjord views and the hotel’s spa make it easy to slow the pace after a day of touring. Set above one of Norway’s most dramatic landscapes, it is a natural place to linger over the scenery, unwind in the wellness area, or simply settle into the mountain-and-fjord setting at your own rhythm. Any visit is enjoyed independently, with any applicable charges settled directly.
Where you’ll be staying
Standard Fjord View Room
GEIRANGER TO LILLEHAMMER


En Route
Today you'll depart from Geiranger in the company of your private driver-guide, heading to Lillehammer, forever remembered as the host of the 1994 Winter Games. Driving through the scenic mountains of Stryn, you'll arrive in Lom, a traditional area of the country where you'll visit the Lom Stave Church, one of the last remaining stave churches in Norway. Stave churches are categorized specifically for their medieval timbered structures, with this particular church in Lom dating back over 850 years. Catch a glimpse of the few Runic inscriptions which still remain to this day, as well as paintings from Eggert Munch, a distant relative of world renowned Norwegian painter Edvard Munch. After your visit in Lom, you'll continue to Lillehammer for check-in.
Where you’ll be staying
Standard Room
LILLEHAMMER TO OSLO


Sights and Insights
After check-out this morning, you'll depart with your private driver-guide for a transfer to the renowned Norwegian capital, Oslo. As you leave Lillehammer, you'll visit the Lysgardsbakkene Ski Jumping Arena, giving you a glimpse of where the athletes of the '94 Winter Games did their impressive jumps in front of a roaring crowd. Then, visit the nearby Maihaugen Open Air Museum, with nearly 200 preserved buildings dating back as far as the 1200's, including the Garmo stave church. Perfectly representing life in the Gudbrandsdalen Valley from centuries ago, meet 'farmers' and their families, all in period wear. Later, you will drive along the lake Mjoesa to Hamar, and eventually to Oslo.
After a final day of service, bid farewell to your dedicated driver-guide today as they make their way back to Bergen.
Where you’ll be staying
Superior Room
OSLO


Explore a City of Contrasts
Set out on a half-day walking tour with a private guide, exploring the heart of Oslo, the Norwegian capital. Walk the ramparts of the 13th century Akershus Fortress, medieval residence of the royals with a coastal view. Discover the city’s main street Karl Johans gate, rich with Oslo’s highlights, where you can admire the likes of the 19th century Royal Palace, and stroll part of the surrounding 54-acre public green space known as Palace Park, with its finely kept grounds. View the Parliament Building known as The Storting, see the 17th century Oslo Cathedral, admire some of the grandiose old university buildings, and venture over to Radhusplassen where you can view the Radhus, Oslo’s City Hall where the annual Nobel Peace Prize ceremony is held.
Where you’ll be staying
Superior Room
OSLO
Bon Voyage
Meet your private driver and vehicle for an airport transfer.
BERGEN




Bergen Bors
Bergen Bors Hotel brings timeless elegance and exceptional service to the heart of Bergen, set within the city’s historic former stock exchange building. Blending classic architecture with modern luxury, this designer hotel offers a stylish retreat just steps from the waterfront and top attractions. Each room and suite balances contemporary comfort with historic charm, creating an inviting space to unwind. Thoughtful details and warm hospitality enhance every moment, whether relaxing in a plush bed, admiring the refined interiors, or indulging in outstanding dining. A standout feature is the world-class wine bar, where a carefully curated selection of fine wines complements the culinary experience. With its prime location between the Fish Market and Torgallmenningen - just moments from the Floibanen funicular, the harbor, and Bergen’s museums - Bergen Bors Hotel is more than just a place to stay; it’s an experience in the heart of Norway’s gateway to the fjords.
BALESTRAND







Kviknes Hotel
A Swiss-style hotel on the Sognefjord in Balestrand, run by the Kvikne family since 1877, is home to Kviknes Hotel. The historic chalet-style building holds 25 rooms, with 165 more in a 1960s Late Modern wing, all among art and antiques collected over generations. The on-site restaurant draws on local tradition, from fjord fish and shellfish to mountain-village meat, paired with an extensive wine cellar, before a garden chair facing the fjord and mountains takes over.
GEIRANGER






Hotel Union
Hotel Union is located in Geiranger, on the Geirangerfjord, one of the most exceptionally beautiful landscapes in the world, and a UNSECO World Heritage Site. All 197 rooms and suites are attractively furnished and decorated with care and attention to detail, providing views of the surrounding countryside or fjord, bringing nature right into your room. Pamper yourself at the spa, check out the on-site vintage car museum, lounge at the indoor or outdoor pool, or grab a cocktail at the bar and nightclub. Hotel Union has it all. Taste wines with a sommelier in the wine cellar, sink into a sofa at the lobby bar, or sample the very best ingredients at the hotel's restaurant. With a fourth generation of hosts at the helm of your experience, Hotel Union has perfected hospitality.
LILLEHAMMER





Home Hotel Hammer
The Home Hotel Hammer is a peaceful haven in Lillehammer, located among artisan and trading houses on the historic Storgaten pedestrian street. From here, the city's selection of over 120 different shops and restaurants is within reach. The hotel's 142 guestrooms are comfortable and modern, and offer free wifi internet access so you can stay connected. Furthermore, Lillehammer's main attractions are within a comfortable distance, such as the Lillehammer Art Museum, the Lillehammer Olympic Park and more. After an exciting day of sightseeing, relax and enjoy the hotel's sauna for some peace and quiet.
OSLO




Amerikalinjen
Located in the vibrant heart of Oslo, the Amerikalinjen is a boutique hotel with a storied past. Once the headquarters of the Norwegian America Line, this early 20th-century landmark has been reimagined with bold design and refined elegance. Inside, the hotel’s art deco heritage meets contemporary Nordic style, creating a chic and welcoming retreat. Rooms are bright and thoughtfully appointed, many with views of the city or the tranquil inner courtyard. Guests can relax in the atmospheric lobby bar, enjoy curated menus inspired by global flavors, or stroll to nearby cultural highlights such as the Opera House and the waterfront. With its central location, rich history, and cosmopolitan charm, Amerikalinjen offers an unforgettable stay at the crossroads of Oslo’s past and present.
Made to Order
- Choose from a range of places to stay, from impeccable five-star hotels to equally outstanding boutique ones.
- Tailor your trip to include a wide variety of activities, from the must-see's to the lesser-known, local experiences, and even the exclusive ones you may not know about.
- With no fixed dates or set schedules, you can explore on your terms.
- Whether you're celebrating one of life's big moments or looking to fulfill a personal journey, we always work with you to ensure we're creating a trip-of-a-lifetime.
What's included
- A fully customized itinerary based on your interests and schedule
- 24/7 in-destination support from our local office
- Regional flights between stops in your itinerary (unless otherwise indicated)
- All accommodation stays, tours and transfers for scheduled activities are covered, unless otherwise listed in the itinerary
- A private driver for tours and transfers (in some countries our local private guides also act as your driver - your Destination Expert will discuss with you if applicable)
- Local private guides or shared tours that take you through your itinerary highlights and experiences, your final itinerary will confirm the type of tour
- A greeting at the airport or at your accommodation from one of our representatives – your expert will confirm your meet and greet location with you
- Breakfast each morning at your hotel, plus any meals indicated in the itinerary
- One suitcase and one carry-on per person for trip transfers
What's not included
- Your international airfare – please do let your expert know if you'd like to receive pricing from our Air Team
- Travel insurance, which we offer and can be purchased after you've booked your tour
- Visas (unless noted)
- Tips for services and experiences
- Lunches, dinners and drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), unless specified in the itinerary
- Excess baggage charges, and where applicable, baggage not included in your fare
- Personal charges such as laundry, phone calls, SIM cards or room service
- Early check-in or late check-out from hotels (unless otherwise specified)
- Additional sightseeing, activities and experiences outside of your itinerary
- Optional enhancements like room or flight upgrades, or local camera or video fees
- Passport fees, immunization costs, and local departure taxes (when applicable)
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