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Scenic Norway
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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 Olympic city of Lillehammer, cruises on the Geirangerfjord and Sognefjord, the excellent Norwegian Glacier Museum, Latefoss, the star among waterfalls, Frogner Park and the City Hall in Oslo. Overnight stays in Bergen, the most picturesque of all Scandinavian towns, and rustic, unspoiled Telemark are included, as well as a farewell dinner in Oslo.
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| Details | | Globus | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Board your overnight transatlantic flight | (Fri.) Board your overnight transatlantic flight. | | Day 2 | Oslo | (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 world's most beautiful countries, inhabited by hardy, friendly people with ready smiles. 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 | (Sun.) Motor north and, after a picture stop at Eidsvoll where the country's democratic constitution was signed in 1814, proceed along lovely Lake Mjosa. Via the iceskating 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 OPENAIR MUSEUM. A Local Guide explains the rich collection of ancient Gudbrandsdal farms, sod-roofed dwellings, workshops, tools, and weapons. (FB,D) | | Day 4 | Loen | (Mon.) A spectacularly scenic day starts with a morning drive through the wide Gudbrandsdal Valley, the lush dairy and timber land of Ibsen's drama Peer Gynt. Shoot your pictures of the lonely stave church of Lom, then climb above 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 past the famous "Seven Sisters" cascade. Dock at Hellesylt and head south via Lake Hornindal to peaceful Loen. (FB,D) | | Day 5 | 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 Jolster. The mountain scenery gets more rugged as you approach the tunnel underneath Jostedalsbreen, Europe's largest glacier. Stop at the Braevasshytta to view one of the mighty tongues which radiate from the main glacier into the surrounding valleys. Next, visit Fjaerland's excellent NORWEGIAN GLACIER MUSEUM to satisfy your curiosity about one of nature's most impressive features and watch a thrilling five-screen film. In the afternoon, you're in for a real treat. Enjoy a two-hour CRUISE on spectacular Sognefjord. Land at Gudvangen and continue to Stalheim, high above the majestic Naeroydal Valley. (FB,D) | | Day 6 | Bergen | (Wed.) This morning, pass Tvindefoss Waterfall and see the popular lakeside resort of Voss before arriving in pretty Bergen. During your orientation tour hear about its 11th-century origins and its association with the Hanseatic League. Afternoon at leisure. Stroll through the colorful fish market and the narrow lanes of ancient Bryggen, and ride the funicular up to Mount Floyen. (FB) | | Day 7 | Telemark | (Thu.) Cross Hardangerfjord by FERRY from Kvanndal to Utne and drive through the orchards along Sorfjord, whose tranquil splendor inspired Grieg's Morning Mood. More scenic delights: thundering Latefoss, the star among waterfalls, and the wild Hardangervidda mountain plateau where Fridtjof Nansen prepared for his polar expeditions. Along the northern shore of Lake Totak into rustic, unspoiled Telemark. (FB,D) | | Day 8 | Oslo | (Fri.) Look forward to VEMORK, scene of the daring sabotage action celebrated in The Heroes of Telemark. Learn all about the dramatic events of 1943 from your Local Guide, and also gain an insight into the technology of hydroelectric power generation, one of the pillars of Norway's economy. Leave the narrow Rjukan Valley via Lake Tinnsjo, where saboteurs sank a ferry loaded with heavy water, 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 country's remaining medieval wooden churches. (FB) | | Day 9 | Oslo | (Sat.) Sightseeing with a Local Guide features the National Theater, Parliament, and the Royal Palace. Stroll through magnificent FROGNER PARK with Gustav Vigeland's 193 extraordinary bronze and granite sculptures and visit the modern CITY HALL. In the afternoon an optional excursion to see relics of Norway's glorious seafaring past is available. Tonight, celebrate the success of your journey with a farewell dinner at your hotel. (FB,D) | | Day 10 | Return Home | (Sun.) Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (FB) |
| | | OSLO Clarion Royal Christiania (F) | | LILLEHAMMER Radisson SAS (SF) | | LOEN Alexandra (F) | | STALHEIM Stalheim (F) | | BERGEN Clarion Admiral (F) | | TELEMARK Park Inn Rauland Hogfjellshotell (F) |
| | Popular Departure - due to itinerary and time of year, this departure historically sells out quickly. Early booking is encouraged. US$ Price Details Applicable air fare taxes and fees Single room supplement:
ZQ $370 Triple room reduction per person:
ZQ $56 Extra nights per person in Oslo:
in single room $162, in twin room $108, in triple room $95 Extra nights per person in Reykjavik:
in single room $385, in twin room $256, in triple room $203
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-We may be able to provide you with flight arrangements from your gateway city.
-Additional accommodations before or after your tour may be available at our low prices. Departure/arrival taxes and fares from other cities will be advised at the time of booking. Price Guarantee: All vacation prices are based on rates (including foreign exchange rates) expected to be in effect at the time of departure. Prices are subject to increase without notice if such rates change prior to departure. The current price will be confirmed at the time of reservation. However, once Globus has received your deposit for any vacation departing during the current year, that land price is guaranteed, and any subsequent land cost increases are at our expense, not including any government tax increases. Airfares included as part of air-inclusive vacation prices are guaranteed when we receive confirmation of air itinerary and full payment. Vacation prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single room supplements and triple room reductions may be applicable. Not included in the tour price: Federal Inspection Fees for the U.S. Customs and immigration; International Air Transportation Tax; agricultural tax; any other taxes; security fee; airport taxes and fees; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your tour director; tour host; tour driver; local city guides; gratuities on ferries, trains and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; mini bar; alcohol; beverages and food not on the regular table d'hote menu (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel or restaurant); optional excursions; porterage at airports; travel protection; excess baggage fees; all other items of a personal nature. |
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