
Great Rail Journeys
Vacations By Rail · Escorted tour

Embark on a Scandinavian journey in summertime, exploring Oslo and Bergen before taking an epic cruise along Norway's stunning coastline into the Arctic Circle.
Arrive in Oslo and use the rail system to reach the central hotel. Meet the Tour Manager and group in the evening, then walk to a nearby restaurant for the first Norwegian dinner.
Journey on the Bergen Railway from Oslo to Bergen via Flåm, Geilo, the Hardangervidda Mountain Plateau, Finse and Voss, arriving for a two-night stay.
A guided walking tour of Bergen's Bryggen waterfront, then a ride on the Fløibanen funicular, with the rest of the day free.
Transfer to Bergen port and board the Havila cruise ship to begin a six-night voyage north, with an overnight sailing to Ålesund.
Dock in Ålesund, known for its art nouveau architecture, with an optional mini-cruise into Geirangerfjord.
Dock in Trondheim with optional excursions to Nidaros Cathedral or a guided city tour, then continue north past the Kjeungskjær Lighthouse toward Bodø.
Cross the Arctic Circle, dock in Bodø with optional excursions, then disembark at Stamsund for a Viking banquet at the Lofotr Viking Museum in Borg.
Disembark in Tromsø for optional excursions including a cable car ride, the Tromsø Museum, dog sledding or a Sámi experience.
Disembark at Honningsvåg with optional excursions to the North Cape plateau, snowshoeing, ice fishing, bird watching, or a cruise to Kjøllefjord. Cruise overnight toward Kirkenes.
Disembark in Kirkenes and transfer to the airport for a flight back to Oslo, spending the final two nights at the same hotel as the start of the vacation.
A three-hour guided walking tour of Oslo taking in the Opera House, Akershus Fortress and Kvadraturen, with a free afternoon and final dinner.
After breakfast, use the Norwegian railway system to reach Oslo airport and travel home at leisure.
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