b'DiscoveriesExplore the historic cities of Oslo and Bergen on a fantastic and scenic rail adventure across Norways highlands before7 DAYS from 1,699ppembarking on a stunning fjord cruise. 1,499 ppYOUR ITINERARYNry\x1ford Aurlands\x1fordGUDVANGENDay 1. Arrival in Norways capital, OsloYour holiday begins at London Heathrow where we meet before a flight to Norway. Arriving at Oslo airport, we transfer by train to the centre of this3fascinating capital and check in to our hotel.NORWAYDay 2. Guided tour of Oslos historic, modern and cultural buildingsWe get to know the Norwegian capital on a guided walking tour today.3Starting at the modern Opera House, we continue to the grand buildings of Oslos premier street, Karl Johans Gate. We see the Parliament building and the National Theatre, then the road rises up to the Royal Palace in its vast parkland. This grand palace is the official residence of Norways monarch. The tour also takes in the Akershus Fortress, a medieval castle with two piercing spires. With a free afternoon, continue sightseeing at leisure.WHATS INCLUDED:Day 3. Free day to explore the many sights of Oslo6 nights 3-Star hotel You have a full free day to yourself to discover Oslo at your own pace. As aaccommodationhistoric and cultural city, there are many museums, including the open-air Flights from London HeathrowNorsk Folk Museum where you can see a collection of buildings from allto Oslo, Bergen to London across Norwayfrom medieval times to the modern age. You could alsoHeathrow via Osloenjoy a gentle cruise around Oslofjord. Stretching almost into the city centre, Standard Class rail travelthis idyllic bay contains a maze of islands dotted with small summer houses.All rail, cruise and coach travel Day 4. A trip on the world-renowned Bergen Railway throughout your tourA highlight of your holiday awaits todaya jaw-dropping journey throughExpertise of a UK Tour Manager stunning landscapes on the Bergen Railway. The highest railway in northernfrom start to finishEurope, it delivers phenomenal views of the countrys untamed scenery. TheBreakfast each day,route heads through forests and lakes, crossing the scenic Hardangervidda plateau, and descends past fjords and mountains. Arriving in the coastal city1 lunch, 2 dinnersof Bergen, the heart of the fjords, we check in to our hotel. All guided tours and excursionsDay 5. Exploring Bergen on a guided tourWe enjoy a sightseeing tour of this wonderful city today. Founded in the 11th century and formerly the Norwegian capital, Bergen was once Europes largest wooden city. On our explorations, we visit the Bryggen Waterfront, once the centre of the old Hanseatic port and a European trading hub. The brightly-painted buildings and cobbled streets here are a World HeritageTour Code: FNS| per person based onsite. After the tour, your afternoon is free to continue at your own pace. 2 sharing. Supplement for solo travellers from 390.Day 6. The fantastic Flm Railway and fjord cruiseToday is another unforgettable experiencea journey on one of the most2025 Departures: beautiful railway journeys in the world. We begin travelling along theMAY, JUN, JUL, AUG, SEPBergen Railway to the mountain station of Myrdal, where we board the Flm Railway. One of the worlds steepest standard-gauge railways, the route winds down through verdant valleys and breathtaking scenery toEveryday Traveller Ratedthe waterside town of Flm. You are free to explore the town, cradled by1 2 3 4mountains. This afternoon, we take a fjord cruise through the majestic Aurlandsfjord and Nryfjord to Gudvangen. This wild arm of the wider Sognefjord is a UNESCO World Heritage site. We return to Bergen by coach. Secure your place nowwith a 375pp depositDay 7. Homeward boundSaying goodbye to beautiful Bergen, we transfer to the airport to catch ourFor more information on return flight to London via Oslo. On your flight home, you can recall the scenery and towns you have witnessed on this Norwegian adventure. dates and prices,visit greatrail.com/FNSSCANDINAVIA 59'