Active Elements, Epic Scenery, Iconic Landmarks Explore Norway’s fjordside charm on this independent trip with guided walks in historic Bergen and a dramatic rail and cruise journey through iconic Nordic landscapes.Trip Overview:Explore Norway’s fjordside charm on this independent trip with guided walks in historic Bergen and a dramatic rail and cruise journey through iconic Nordic landscapes.
Highlights:
- Arrive in Bergen, and settle in beside historic Bryggen Wharf, offering delightful harbourfront walks.
- Discover Bergen on a private walking tour through medieval lanes and the lively fish market.
- Learn about royal and maritime history at Bergenhus Fortress and the surrounding old town streets.
- Experience Norway in a nutshell, travelling mountain routes on the scenic Flåm Railway.
- Cruise the dramatic Nærøyfjord, surrounded by waterfalls and UNESCO-listed landscapes.
Included Services:- Private arrival and departure airport transfers
- 3 nights premium accommodation in Bergen
- Private-guided Bergen city tour
- Full-day Norway in a Nutshell tour
- Breakfast daily, excluding Day 1
Excluded Services:- Travel insurance
- International and domestic airfare & airfare taxes
- Meals and beverages not explicitly listed as included
- Gratuities
- Optional excursions
- Items of a personal nature
- Passport & Visa fees, if applicable
Day 1: Arrive in BergenTransfer: Bergen Airportto Bergen
Hotel: Radisson Blu Royal Bergen (4 Star Rating)
By the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bryggen Wharf, 961 feet from the fish market, you can find Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Bergen.
Torgallmenningen Square is a 5-minute walk from the hotel. The Floibanen Funicular is just 780 feet away and the Airport Shuttle Bus stops right in front of the hotel.
![]()
Day 2: Half Day Private Bergen City Walking TourA 3-hour walking tour of Bergen covers key historical and cultural landmarks, offering a comprehensive view of the city’s charm.
It usually begins with a visit to Bryggen Wharf, the UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its colourful wooden buildings. Here, you'll explore the narrow wooden alleyways behind Bryggen, getting a deeper sense of the city's history and architecture.
Next, you will stop at Bergenhus Fortress, where you'll learn about Hakon's Hall, a royal residence from the 13th century, and the Rosenkrantz Tower, both representing Bergen's medieval and military history.
After that, you will continue your way to Bergen Fish Market, where you may even get a chance to taste some local seafood while learning about the city's maritime significance.
St. Mary's Church is typically featured, it is Bergen's oldest building dating to the 12th century. The tour often includes a walk around its exterior, where the guide explains its Romanesque architecture and importance during the Hanseatic period.
Continuing the tour, you will pass through Torgallmenningen, the central square, where you'll hear about modern-day Bergen and its urban development. This vibrant part of the city showcases a mix of shops, cafes, and the heart of Bergen's social life.
Some tours may include or suggest a quick ride up the Floibanen Funicular to Mount Floyen for panoramic views of the city, offering a great opportunity to take in the surrounding fjords and mountains.
The tour can be flexible - it can include landmarks / sights on request too, according to one’s interest.
Day 3: Full Day Norway In a NutshellStarting your Basic Tour from Bergen, you will travel by rail up the Raundal Valley to the remote Myrdal station.
You change to the Flam Railway, the Steepest line in Northern Europe, and descend to the village of Flam, passing by Kjosfossen on the way.
You then take a Fast RIB boat on a Fjord Safari through the World Heritage areas of Aurlandsfjord and Naeroyfjord to the town to Gudvangen.
From Gudvangen you will drive through spectacular Naeroyfjord and hair-pins of Stalheims road, back to Voss.
From Voss you will depart to Bergen.
Day 4: Depart from BergenTransfer: Bergen to Bergen Airport