Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Oslo
You'll land in Oslo and check into your city-centre hotel, then have the afternoon and evening free to explore on your own. Wander through the streets at whatever pace suits you, stop by the royal palace if you want to see it, or head down Karl Johan's street where there's plenty of shops, bars, and cafés to check out.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit the Royal Palace
- Explore Karl Johan's street with shops, bars, and cafés
- Airport shuttle bus to city centre (available for booking)
Landmarks/POIs Royal Palace Karl Johan Street 
- Day 2
Oslo
Today you can spend as much time as you like exploring Oslo, or you can join an optional guided bus tour that runs for about 5 hours with a local guide. The tour hits Holmenkollen Ski Jump, Vigeland Sculpture Park, and the Fram and Viking Ship Museums. If you go with the tour or plan to use public transport, pick up a 24-hour Oslo Pass which covers free rides and entry to major attractions.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- 5-hour guided bus tour of Oslo with certified local guide including Holmenkollen Ski Jump, Vigeland Sculpture Park, Fram Museum, and Viking Ship Museum
- 24-hour Oslo Pass with free public transport and entry to Akershus Castle, City Hall, Fram Museum, Kon-Tiki Museum, Munch Museum, and Nobel Peace Centre
Landmarks/POIs Holmenkollen Ski Jump Vigeland Sculpture Park Fram Museum Viking Ship Museum Akershus Castle Oslo City Hall Kon-Tiki Museum Munch Museum Nobel Peace Centre - Day 3
Oslo to Balestrand
Head to Oslo train station between 07:00 and 07:15 to start your fjord journey. You'll take the Bergen Railway to Myrdal, then switch to the famous Flamsbana railway line that climbs through the mountains with great views of waterfalls, cliffs, and 20 tunnels carved into the rock. Once you reach the village of Flam and have time to look around, you'll board a cruise that takes you through Sognefjord and Aurlandsfjord, ending up in Balestrand.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Bergen Railway train from Oslo to Myrdal
- Panoramic train (Flamsbana) from Myrdal to Flam
- Cruise on Sognefjord and Aurlandsfjord from Flam to Balestrand
Optional Activities
- Optional luggage transfer to Bergen (allows travel without check-in baggage, ready for pickup at Bergen hotel)
Landmarks/POIs Myrdal Flamsbana Railway Flam Sognefjord Aurlandsfjord 
- Day 4
Balestrand
You have a free day to do what you like in the area, or you can sign up for an optional half-day glacier excursion. That trip includes seeing Boyabreen and Supphellebreen glaciers, visiting the Norwegian Glacier Museum, and taking a scenic boat ride through Fjaerland Fjord. If you want to do this, it's better to book ahead.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Half-Day Fjaerland excursion including visits to Boyabreen and Supphellebreen glaciers, Norwegian Glacier Museum, scenic sail through Fjaerland Fjord, coach to glaciers, and panoramic film on Jostedalen Glacier (available 1st June – 15th September, pre-booking recommended)
Landmarks/POIs Boyabreen Glacier Supphellebreen Glacier Norwegian Glacier Museum Fjaerland Fjord Jostedalen Glacier - Day 5
Balestrand to Bergen
Later in the afternoon, you'll board a fast boat heading to Bergen, a UNESCO World Heritage city and one of the main starting points for exploring Norway's fjords. The city combines nature, culture, and city life in an interesting way. If you have some time before heading to your accommodation, the Magic Ice Bar is an unusual option worth considering.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cruise on Sognefjord from Balestrand to Bergen
Optional Activities
- Visit to Magic Ice Bar
Landmarks/POIs Bergen Magic Ice Bar - Day 6
Bergen
Spend your time in Bergen exploring on your own or with a guide if you prefer. Walk through the historic Hanseatic Bryggen district, check out St. Mary's Church, visit Haakon's Fortress, and spend time at the famous fish market where there's always activity and fresh seafood. Take the Floibanen Funicular up Mount Floyen for views over the city and surrounding areas. A 24-hour Bergen City Card covers public transport and museum entry if you plan to visit multiple places.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Hanseatic Bryggen
- Visit St. Mary's Church
- Visit Haakon's Fortress
- Explore the fish market
- Floibanen Funicular to Mount Floyen
- 24-hour Bergen City Card with free light rail and bus travel, entry to Haakon's Hall, Rosenkrantz Tower, St. Mary's Church, Norwegian Fisheries Museum, and discounts at shops and restaurants
Landmarks/POIs Hanseatic Bryggen St. Mary's Church Haakon's Fortress Bergen Fish Market Floibanen Funicular Mount Floyen Haakon's Hall Rosenkrantz Tower Norwegian Fisheries Museum - Day 7
Departure from Bergen
Before heading to the airport, you'll have time to pick up any last-minute Viking souvenirs or gifts. Sort out your transport to the airport either by arranging it yourself or by booking a transfer in advance.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Shopping for Viking souvenirs
