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Across the Roof of Norway - Oslo, Voss & Bergen
Self-guided, 6 nights
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This holiday combines Oslo and Bergen (Across the Roof
of Norway) with Voss, overlooking Lake Vang.
Voss is situated between the two great fjords Sognefjord and Hardangerfjord overlooked by and amongst snowy mountain tops, valleys and forests, rivers and waterfalls. The village itself overlooks Lake Vang and is actually quite large with a mixture of old and new. Whilst Voss is an excellent destination for tourists it is still a living community with a good selection of shops, cafes, restaurants and local businesses and is an excellent centre for those wishing to explore using the public transport system.
The base station for the Hangursbanen Cable Car is within walking distance of the town centre and from here you take the cable car up to the top of Mt Hangur (660m above sea level) where the café offers a panoramic view of Vossevangen and the surrounding mountains. The restaurant on Mt Hangur is the starting point for a number of way-marked routes and mountain walks in excellent hiking terrain.
Voss's new cultural centre is located in beautiful surroundings by Lake Vangsnatnet, adjacent to the railway station. Attractions include a panoramic film of Voss and art exhibitions and is home to the Tourist Information Office, where you will find walking maps and further information regarding things to see and do.
View Oslo, Voss & Bergen in a larger map
Day 1
Arrive Oslo Gardermoen Airport. Transfer by airport bus (flybussen) to Oslo City Centre. Short walk to both hotels.
2 nights OSLO - Hotel Bristol (BB) or Hotel Continental (BB)
Day 3
Morning departure by rail for the spectacular rail journey 'Across the Roof of Norway' from Oslo to Voss (duration approx. 6½ hours).
2 nights VOSS - Jarl Hotel (HB) or Fleischer's Hotel (HB)
Day 5
Continue your journey by rail from Voss to Bergen (duration approx. 1¼ hours).
2 nights BERGEN - Augustin Hotel (BB) or Clarion Admiral Hotel (BB)
Day 7
Transfer to Bergen Airport for return flight to the UK.
Departure Day: Daily
Departure Dates: 1 May - 30 September 2012
Duration: 6 nights
Hotel Bristol***plus
In a world of constant change, Hotel Bristol is dedicated to tradition. As soon as you enter the lobby you will experience the unique style that characterizes the hotel; an air of elegance which has been maintained since the hotel welcomed their first guests in 1920. Centrally situated just off Karl Johan’s Gate, the hotel has 251 rooms (10 of which are suites) all equipped with TV, mini-bar, hairdryer, trouser press and telephone. The hotel has a spa and gym, bar, conference centre, garage, room service and wireless internet access. The hotel also has two restaurants; Bristol Grill, focusing on international and Norwegian dishes using local produce and Hambro’s Cafe, a popular Italian bistro.
Hotel Continental *****
Hotel Continental has been a family enterprise for four generations. It is over 100 years old, and is situated in the heart of Oslo between Aker Brygge and the Oslo fjord, The Royal Palace, The National Theatre and Parliament. Since 1975 Hotel Continental has been the only Norwegian member of The Leading Hotels of the World. The hotel has six restaurants each with a reputation for excellence with Theatercafeen being listed by the New York Times as one of the 10 world’s most famous cafes. The hotel also offers impressively equipped fitness facilities with the option to book a personal trainer for your workout session. All rooms have TV, telephone, mini-bar, broadband internet access, hairdryer and either trouser press or iron and ironing board (on request).
Fleischer's Hotel ****
A delightful traditional hotel, surrounded by mountains and lakes. Internationally renowned under owner managment of the Fleischer family for over 150 years. Elegant public rooms, perhaps the most beautiful dining room in western Norway inspired by swiss architecture. Indoor heated swimming pool, saunas, solarium, bars, dancing to live music six nights weekly. Rooms are accessible via a lift to every floor.
Jarl Hotel ***
A modern hotel, centrally situated, combining comfort with a traditional atmosphere. All bedrooms have bath or shower/wc, telephone, TV and are accessible via a lift to all floors. You can indulge at the wine bar, eat from an a la carte menu and take a dip in the indoor swimming pool and sauna, or for a more British approach, you can had to the Hotel's pub!
Augustin Hotel ***
Bergen's oldest family-run hotel now managed by the fourth generation. Centrally located in the shopping and harbour area, the oldest part of the hotel was built in Art Nouveau style in 1909, however, since then the hotel has expanded, incorporating old neighbouring houses and building new wings. The hotel has a popular intimate dinner restaurant (closed Sundays) and a lovely 400-year-old cellar bar. All bedrooms are equipped with TV, phone, hairdryer, mini-bar and trouser press Lift to all floors.
Clarion Hotel Admiral ****
Clarion Hotel Admiral is the only waterside hotel in Bergen with the best view to Bryggen, Vågen and Fløien. Centrally located in the heart of Bergen overlooking the harbour in a magnificent old packhouse building dating back to 1906. The hotel has a restaurant and cocktail lounge with views of the harbour and all bedrooms are equipped with satellite TV, telephone, trouser press, mini-bar and hairdryer. Our prices are based on harbour view rooms which have a small balconette directly overlooking the water. Lift to all floors.
Norway in a Nutshell from Voss
Description: Perhaps Norway’s most famous roundtrip including the rail journey to Myrdal, the world famous Flåm Mountain Railway, a lovely boat trip along the Aurlands and Nærøy fjords to Gudvangen and the climb of Stalheim Gorge via the serpentine road, Stalheimskleiva.
Operates: Daily, all year.
Duration: Approx. 7 hours, departs 0910 (scheduled is flexible allowing extended time en route).
Price: £85 per adult, £42 children 4 – 15.
Grand Tour of Oslo
Description: Guided tour by coach and boat. Classic fjord sightseeing passing the Opera House to the polar ship Fram, the Kon-Tiki Museum, the Maritime Museum with panorama film, the Norwegian Folk Museum, the Viking Ships, Holmenkollen Ski Jump with museum and the Vigeland Sculpture Park.
Operates: 20 May - 28 Aug.
Departs: 10:30
Duration: 7½ hours.
Price: £75 per adult; £37 per child 4-16; under 4's are free.
Guided Tour of Bergen and Troldhaugen, home of Edvard Grieg
Description: You travel by sightseeing bus through Bergen's stunning city center where you will experience the famous and beloved places such as the Wharf, St. Mary's Church and the University. The sightseeing tour continues on to Troldhaugen, which was Edward Grieg's home for 22 years. This beautiful villa was made by Grieg's cousin and architect Schak August Steenberg Bull. The style of the building is historicism and characterized by its revival of older style periods such as Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Rococo. Troldhaugen is graced with a panoramic tower and a large veranda for you to enjoy.
Operates: Daily, 15/5 – 15/9 (ex. 17/5).
Duration: 3 hours, departs 1000.
Price: £39 per adult, £28 children under 16
Please view our Terms & Conditions for this holiday.
To book call 01274 875 199 or