Walking Holiday in Norway

This 7-night multi centre walking holiday takes you through fjord land allowing you to see these incredible wonders' up close. Carved by a huge sheet of ice that covered Northern Europe over several ice ages, these famous jagged steep-sides really do take your breath away. Surrounded by towering mountains, you can truly appreciate the immense power of these forces of nature. Little has changed since Viking longboats set sail from here ages ago, as you will witness when you travel in the wake of fishing boats, making your way down the narrow fjords. The glaciers are as dramatic as the cascading waterfalls. You will see ancient farms and villages, dotted along the sheltered fjords, as well as visiting the intriguing city of Bergen.

We have chosen a wide variety of walks to suit all abilities and interests, some of which climb up the rugged terrain offering the most dramatic views across the fjords, whilst others give you the opportunity to explore interesting museums, lush vegetation and local wildlife. For a longer 14 night itinerary see our INTO THE FJORDS Walk. Translucent deep lakes and roaring waterfalls are easily spotted along these walks and you will also enjoy sampling the local cider, fruit juices, smoked lamb and other produce. The views of striking landscapes are incomparable, as this holiday will show.

Your hotels are a mixture of 2, 3 and 4 star, with upgrade options at each location. They have been specifically chosen for their location, customer service and food, and include half board, with picnic lunches easily found at all locations. Please note hotels in Bergen are on a bed breakfast basis due to the wide variety of restaurants available in the city.

This holiday involves transfers between locations by public ferry or bus and therefore no luggage transfers are provided. Travellers take their own belongings when they move to the next hotel, but are not expected to take them on any of the recommended walks. The journeys between locations are part of the overall experience, especially the ferry trips across the fjords. The public transport is reliable and efficient and will be pre-arranged for you.

We have put together a 2 week holiday with two options to shorten to 1 week which combine great walking with the ‘must sees’ in the area of this beautiful country.  We have chosen a wide variety of walks to suit all abilities and interests, some of which climb up the rugged terrain offering the most dramatic views across the fjords whilst, some give you the opportunity to explore interesting museums, lush vegetation and local wildlife. Translucent deep lakes and roaring waterfalls are easily spotted along these walks, you may also sample the local cider, fruit juices, smoked lamb and other produce. The views of striking landscapes are incomparable all around this fascinating kingdom. Our holidays will appeal to those who not only wish to gain some unforgettable memories of this unique country but also to explore it close up.

Day 1: Arrive in Bergen. Take a train to your first hotel. Overnight Voss.

Day 2: Overnight Voss.

Days 3 & 4: Take a bus from Voss to Flåm. Overnight Flåm.

Days 5 & 6: Take a ferry from Flåm to Balestrand. Overnight Balestrand.

Day 7: Take a ferry from Balestrand to Bergen. Overnight Bergen.

Day 8: Take a bus or train from your hotel to the airport for your return flight home. 

Baggage Transfer
You will take your luggage with you when you are transferring between hotels. 

Walk Grading
Self-guided: A selection of easy, moderate and challenging walks.

Price in GBP£ Price in USD$

Norway Multi-Centred - 1 week with Balestrand

Included			Not Included
ü	7 night’s accommodation		û	Lunches & drinks with meals
ü	7 breakfasts		û	1 dinner
ü	6 dinners		û	Bus from Voss to Flåm
ü	Rail ticket from Bergen to Voss		û	Transfers from stations and ferry ports to/from hotels as distances are so short
ü	Ferry from Flåm to Balestrand		û	Travel Insurance (required)
ü	Ferry from Balestrand to Bergen			Bus from Bergen City to Bergen Airport
ü	Route notes & walking map

All prices valid for 2023

Prices are per person in GBP / UK £ and are based on a shared twin/double standard room.

Hotels	Dates	With Flights	Without Flights
Standard grade	15 May - 15 Sept	1619	1399
Higher grade	15 May - 15 Sept	1969	1749

Please enquire about available room upgrades

POA =  Prices on application

Singles
Add from £526 single supplement

Price in GBP£ Price in USD$

This map is for illustration purposes only and we cannot be held responsible for its accuracy.

Park Hotel 4*, Voss

Fretheim Hotel 4*, Flam

Midtnes Hotel - Standard Grade - 3 Star

Hotel Augustin 3*, Bergen

Fleischer's Hotel - Higher Grade - 4 Star

Flåmsbrygga Hotel - Higher Grade - 3 Star

Kviknes Hotel - Higher Grade - 4 Star

Hotel Terminus - Standard Grade - 3 Star

Availability Information

The season for walking in Norway is between May and September however this is dependent on how much snowfall there has been as too much can make some of the walks difficult or even impossible. However, if there has been heavy snowfall, there will still be many lower level walks available as well as the spectacular sights and ferry/train journeys. The best time to go would be June-August when it is warmest and least likely to be affected by snow.

Please note our best to go information is generally referring to the walking which may fall in the early or late season in some places. This may mean that not all tourist facilities will be open at the time you visit. 

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