Bergen, Geiranger & Ålesund

A magnificient tour featuring three of Western Norway's

most popular resorts and one night on-board Hurtigruten.

The journey begins in the Hanseatic city of Bergen with its colourful fish market and old harbour 'Bryggen'. It then travels along the coastline by overnight Hurtigurten vessel to Geiranger, one of Western Norway's most photographed fjord, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A spectacular journey by coach, including the hairpin bends of the Eagle Road that brings the tour to its conclusion in the lovely town and busy fishing harbour of Ålesund, overlooking the ocean and mountains.

 

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Day 1

Arrive Bergen Aiport and transfer to your hotel

2 nights BERGEN - Clarion Admiral Hotel (BB)

Day 3

Late afternoon transfer to the Hurtigruten Quay in Bergen for embarkation. The ship departs at 2030 and supper is served on-board. During the night the ship travels along the coastline with short stops at the ports of Florø, Måløy and Torvik arriving in Ålesund at 0845.

1 night ONBOARD SHIP- Hurtiguten Vessel (HB)

Day 4

The ship departs Ålesund at 0930 cruising into the spectacular Geirangerfjord with its sheer 800m cliffs and the lovely waterfalls known as 'The Seven Sisters', 'The Bridal Veil' and 'The Bachelor. The transfer from the ship to the small quay n Geiranger is by small tender vessel. Met on arrival at the quay by a representative from Hotel Union.

3 nights GEIRANGER- Hotel Union (HB)

Day 7

Afternoon journey by coach climbing the Eagle Road, a fantastic serpentine route which climbs the mountain side with numerous exciting hairpin bends and spectacular views of the fjord. The bus crosses the Storfjorden by ferry and continues alongside the fjord to the coast and the town of Ålesund, completely rebuilt after the great fire of 1904 in the Art Nouveau style. Visit the Jugendstil Senteret for the real insight into the town's history and transformation.

2 nights ÅLESUND- Quality Hotel Waterfront (BB)

Day 9

Transfer by airport bus to Ålesund Vigra Airport for your return flight to the UK.

By Air: Daily ex. Sun & Mon from London Heathrow Airport
Departure Dates: 1 June- 1 September 2012
Duration: 8 nights

N. B. Alternative airports available for departure

Bergen, Geiranger & Ålesund- Optional Excusions

Guided Tour of Bergen and Grieg’s Home, Troldhaugen

Description: Guided tour including the Wharf (UNESCO World Heritage list, St. Mary's Church and the University area. Also features Gamlehaugen, residence of the Norwegian Royal Family when visiting Bergen and Troldhaugen, home of the composer Edvard Grieg for 22 years.
Operates: Daily, 15/5 – 15/9 (except 17/5).
Duration: 3 hours, departs 1000.
Price: £39 per adult, £28 children under 16.

Norway in a Nutshell from Bergen

Description: Perhaps Norway’s most famous roundtrip including the rail journey to Myrdal, the Flåm Mountain Railway, boat trip along the Aurlands and Nærøy fjords and Stalheim Gorge.
Operates: Daily, all year.
Duration: 9 hours, departs 0840 or 1028.
Price: £129 per adult, £56 children 4 – 14.

Hardanger in a Nutshell from Bergen

Description: A lovely roundtrip including the train to Voss, a coach tour through farmland and delightful villages typical of Western Norway and a fjord cruise on the Hardangerfjord to Eidfjord where you can join a sightseeing tour to Vøringfoss Falls and the Hardangervidda Naturcentre. Spectacular views of towering mountains and impressive waterfalls.
Operates: Daily, 1/5 - 30/9.
Duration: 11 ½ hours (12 ½ on Sat), departs 0730.
Price: £112 per adult, £76 children under 16.

Norsk Fjordsenter at Geiranger

Description: This centre is dedicated to promoting and preserving the cultural heritage and natural beauty of the Western Fjords. Through multimedia exhibitions and inventive displays the centre presents the history and diverse processes of nature which have resulted in the longest, deepest, narrowest and most beautiful fjords in the world.
Open: All year round.
Admission: NOK 100, children NOK50 (payable locally).

Bus trip to the summmit of Mount Dalsnibba from Geiranger

Description: Return journey by bus to the viewpoint at Dalsnibba mountain plateau there is an amazing view over the most beautiful of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites, surrounded by rugged snow-covered moutains, with the Geirangerfjord as its centrepiece. There is a modern service centre located at the northern end of the plateau which has a shop, cafe and toilets.
Operates: 20/6- 31/8.
Duration: 2 hours.
Price: £29 per person.

Walking from Geiranger

Description: Geiranger is a paradise for walkers and hikers of all abilities, offering some of the most scenic routes in the region. A walking leaflet with marked routes is available from the hotel. Please note that the Union Hotel will happily prepare a packed lunch for those who wish to take one with them.
Price: NOK195 per person for a standard lunch box and NOK255 for a delux one (payable locally).

Union Bath Spa

Description: The Union Hotel has a wonderful spa and swimming pool area. For further information see below. A full list of all available treatments with prices is available on request.

Skerry Cruise to Devoldfabrikken from Ålesund

Description: See Ålesund's skerries from the comfort of a sightseeing boat as it sails to the popular Devoldfabrikken in Langevåg. Go bargain shopping for famous brands at the factory outlets of Devold, Kosta Boda, Orrefors and Bergans and relax in the cafe.
Operates: 23/6 - 20/8.
Departs: Daily at 1100 and 1300.
Price: NOK150 return (includes cup of coffee/tea in the cafe). Payable locally.

Roundtrip Ålesund - Geiranger by Bus and Ferry

Description: Visit the Geirangerfjord and enjoy the views of the Sunnmøre Alps. Depart Ålesund by public bus via Sykkylven to Strand. The trip continues to Hellesylt, from where the fjord cruise to Geiranger departs. Return by bus via the Eidsdal-Linge ferry.
Operates: 2/5 - 30/9.
Departs: 0900.
Duration: 10 hours.
Price: £66 per adult, children £34, seniors £40.

Ålesund Town Train Sightseeing

Description: Join the Town Train on a guided tour of Ålesund town centre and visit the top of the town mountain Aksla and the Fjellstua viewing point for panoramic views you'll never forget.
Operates: 6/6 - 20/8, Mon - Sat.
Departs: 1100, 1230, 1400 and 1530 (Mon - Sun in Jul).
Duration: 1 hour.
Price: NOK 130 per adult, children NOK65. Payable locally.

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