Great Rail Journeys
Northern Lights on a Winter Arctic Cruise
12 daysfrom $5,074
Great Rail Journeys · Escorted tour
Oslo, Bergen & Norwegian Coast Cruise
Discover the spirit of Norway as we explore Oslo and Trondheim before embarking on a 4-night Arctic cruise through magical fjords.
Day by day
- Day 1railovernight: Oslo
Flying directly to Oslo
Meet the Tour Manager at London Heathrow before boarding a morning flight to Oslo. On arrival, transfer by the Norwegian rail system to a central four-star hotel. Walk to a nearby restaurant for dinner.
Meals: Dinner
- Day 2railovernight: Bergen
An epic journey on the Bergen Railway
Journey aboard the iconic Bergen Railway, northern Europe's highest and most beautiful line, from Oslo to Bergen. Pass through the Hallingdal Valley, climb to the Hardangervidda mountain plateau, and descend towards glistening fjords. Arrive in Bergen with its UNESCO World Heritage Bryggen waterfront. Transfer to hotel for a two-night stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Day 3overnight: Bergen
Bergen tour with a scenic trip on the Fløibanen
Guided walking tour of Bergen including the Bryggen waterfront and a ride on the Fløibanen funicular with spectacular views. Afternoon free to explore independently, including the fish market and Bryggens Museum. Dine independently this evening.
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 4overnight: Onboard ship (sailing to Ålesund)
Starting our epic Arctic cruise in Bergen
Morning at leisure in Bergen. Transfer by coach to Bergen port and board the Havila ship for a six-night cruise. Settle into interior cabins and enjoy dinner onboard before commencing the northbound voyage to Ålesund.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Day 5overnight: Onboard ship (sailing north)
Ålesund with optional cruise into Geirangerfjord
Pass the ports of Florø, Måløy and Torvik. Dock in Ålesund, renowned for its art nouveau architecture. Free day to explore the town, visit the Ålesund Museum, or book an optional mini-cruise into Geirangerfjord. Lunch served aboard ship. Return to ship in the late afternoon and continue the voyage.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 6overnight: Onboard ship (sailing to Bodø)
Trondheim & the land of the Midnight Sun
Dock in historic Trondheim, the 'Viking City'. Time to explore including a possible visit to Nidaros Cathedral. Optional guided tour of Trondheim available onboard. Continue north past the Kjeungskjær Lighthouse and through the strait of Stokksund to Rørvik. After dinner, experience the Midnight Sun from the observation deck.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 7overnight: Onboard ship (sailing north)
Crossing the Arctic Circle & Viking feast
Cross the Arctic Circle at 66.5 degrees north. Stop in Bodø with optional excursions including a city tour or sea eagle spotting. First glimpse of the Lofoten Islands. Evening: disembark at Stamsund for a Viking banquet at the Lofotr Viking Museum in Borg, a 272-foot-long longhouse with an authentic meal of lamb, vegetables, barley groats, cranberries, bread, mead and entertainment.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 8overnight: Onboard ship (sailing north)
Tromsø & the land of the Sámi people
Disembark in Tromsø, the largest city in northern Norway. Visit the modern Tromsø Cathedral, Tromsø Museum (optional, payable locally), Polar Museum or Troll Museum. Optional excursions available. Re-board and cruise through summer waters with possible sightings of orcas, humpback whales and Arctic birds.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 9overnight: Onboard ship (sailing to Kirkenes)
Honningsvåg on the remote island of Magerøya
Sail to Norway's northern coast where Arctic and Atlantic oceans mix. Disembark at Honningsvåg on Magerøya island. Optional excursions include a trip to the North Cape plateau, snowshoeing, ice fishing, bird watching, or a cruise to Kjøllefjord to learn about Sámi traditions. Cruise overnight towards Kirkenes entirely in sunlight, experiencing sunset merging into sunrise.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 10overnight: Oslo
Disembarking in Kirkenes
Pass Vardo, the easternmost town in Norway, before arriving in Kirkenes, the Arctic city on the border of Finland and Russia, known as 'King Crab city'. Disembark and transfer to Kirkenes airport for a flight back to Oslo. Spend the final two nights at the same Oslo hotel. Dine independently this evening.
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 11overnight: Oslo
Touring the history and culture of Oslo
Three-hour guided walking tour of Oslo starting at the Oslo Opera House, continuing to Akershus Fortress and Kvadraturen, Oslo's oldest district. Free afternoon to visit the Viking Ship Museum, National Museum, Edvard Munch gallery or watch the changing of the guard at the Royal Palace. Final dinner of the holiday.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Day 12
Homeward bound
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Oslo airport before boarding the flight to London Heathrow.
Meals: Breakfast
Included
- Expertise of a UK Tour Manager from start to finish
- 5 nights' 3 & 4-Star hotel accommodation
- 6-night cruise onboard a Havila ship
- Standard Class rail travel
- All rail, cruise and coach travel throughout the tour
- Return flights from London Heathrow to Oslo
- All internal flights
- Breakfast each day
- 5 lunches
- 9 dinners
- Group luggage transfers between hotels from Oslo to Bergen
- All guided tours and excursions
Not included
- Cancellation & Travel Insurance
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