Norway's Fjords, Fells & Railways

Distance: 10km 

Our first full day takes us on one of Europe’s most spectacular railway journeys. The Bergen Railway, departs Oslo, climbing gently through green pastures before ascending beyond the tree line to a beautiful wilderness. Our destination is Vatnahalsen where we’ll stay for two nights. In the afternoon, there’s the option of an easy three-hour walk alongside lakes Reinunga and Seltuft – a great introduction to the region. 

Distance: 11km 

After a 30-minute walk to Myrdal station, we take the Bergen Railway to nearby Finse, the highest point on the line. Finse lies in the Hardangervidda (Hardanger Mountain Plateau), the largest plateau of its kind in Europe. Today’s highlight is a walk to the viewpoint over the Hardanger Glacier - one of Norway’s biggest  

Distance: 5km, 3 hours

The world-famous Flåm Railway twists and turns through rocky landscapes as we descend from high mountains to breath taking fjord scenery. On arrival in Flåm we’ll walk to the Brekkefossen waterfall for a lovely view of the fjord and valley. Our ferry then sails along awe-inspiring Aurlandsfjord and into Sognefjord, where we stay for two nights in Balestrand. 

This morning is spent walking along the shore of Sognefjord, passing white and red coloured wooden villas nestled against grassy slopes. If weather permits, you can take a refreshing dip in the fjord at Gamleheimsfjøra’s beautiful beach. An afternoon boat trip explores Fjærlandsfjord. After a visit to the Glacier Museum a coach takes us to Bøyabreen Glacier and back to Balestrand.

After a relaxing morning we meet for lunch and a tasting of local cider. Our afternoon ferry sails westwards along Sognefjord, then down the scenic coastline to Bergen, Norway’s second city.

A morning sightseeing tour uncovers Bergen and its UNESCO World Heritage harbourfront, Bryggen. After a light lunch that includes a tasting of the local produce from Bryggen’s harbour, we’ll embark on another of Norway’s great rail experiences. The Fløibanen Funicular takes us to the top of Mount Fløyen. From here we’ll enjoy spectacular views over Bryggen, Bergen, and the surrounding mountains. We return to Bryggen on foot via Blåmanen and Rundemanen.

After some free time in Bergen, we’ll board the coastal ferry to complete our route down Norway’s coastline, with lunch included on board. Our destination is maritime Stavanger for our final two nights.

Distance: 6 km 

Our final day is one of the highlights of our Norwegian adventure. From our start point, we’ll make a 350-metre ascent to Preikestolen – the rocky plateau known as Pulpit Rock that sits majestically 604 metres above Lysefjord and offers knockout views over the Norwehian fjords.  

After breakfast, we return to Stavanger International Airport for our return flight home.