Vision of the Fjords 2026

Duration

7 Days

Departure Dates

February 2026, June 2026, October 2026

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Discover Norway in all its winter majesty!Join us on our all new itinerary for an unforgettable journey through the fjords! Travelling from Oslo to Bergen via the legendary Nærøyfjord, enjoy snow-covered southern Norway. On the Flåm and Bergen Railway we sit back and enjoy stunning panoramic views of the white, wild, and wonderful landscapes. We have an opportunity to participate in several exciting winter activities We will leave with memories that will last a lifetime.

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7 days DEPARTS

February 2026

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Bergen Railway train from Oslo to Myrdral
Panoramic train from Myrdal - Flåm - Myrdral
Bergan Railway train from Myrdal to Bergen
Cruise on the Nærøyfjord
Shuttle bus services Gudvangen - Flåm

Also included in your Tour Fare:

6 overnights’ bed, breakfast
Full Board accommodation on the cruise*
Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager
First Class rail throughout, where available

*Not Included: Drinks, Gratuities, and Travel Insurance

* No places can be booked on an expression of interest tour, this is just to gather information on numbers of passengers that are responsive with the highlights and itinerary shown.

DAY 1

Welcome to the Kingdom of Norway!!! A country with the most beautiful fjords on Earth. Arrival to Oslo. Forests and the beautiful Oslo fjord surround this vibrant city.

DAY 2

Enjoy the sightseeing of the Norwegian capital on your own. The basic sightseeing includes the Frogner Park, with all sculptural Vigeland, Fram Museum, the Royal Palace, City Hall. You can also visit the famous Holmenkollen Ski Jump, where you will get a wonderful view of all the city & the fjord. If you prefer to discover the City by bus join our optional activity Oslo Panorama tour. Rest of the day at leisure - walk along the streets and explore the city of the royal family, and the main Karl Johan's street, with many shops, bars and cafes.
Want to see more? We recommend a 24 hour Oslo pass that will grant you free travel on the public transport in Oslo area and entrance to most of the city's museums: Akershus Castle, Oslo City hall, Kon-Tiki Museum, Munch Museum, National History Museum, Nobel Peace Center and much more.

DAY 3

Departure to Myrdal by train.
Possible train departures: 06:25 and 08:25 (subject to availability). A brekfast box will be provided as we leave very early.
Myrdal station is a mountain railway station and junction, located about 13 km from the village Flåm. Here you will board the famous Flåmsbana - one of the steepest trainlines in the world. The train journey runs through fantastic nature, past the Rallar road, steep mountains, breath-taking waterfalls, through 20 tunnels and offers so many viewpoints that many feel like travelling multiple times between the mountain and the fjord.
Arrive to Flåm, walk to the hotel and check in.
Rest of the day at leisure to explore this wonderful place.

DAY 4

Today you will experience the Nærøyfjord in its FULL winter glory. The narrow and spectacular is Nærøyfjord surrounded by steep mountains with snow covered tops that stretch up to 1800 meters above sea level. Water falls cascade down the mountains and picturesque villages dot the landscape. This is an area that is featured on the UNESCO world heritage list and is considered one of the world's most beautiful fjord landscapes.
You start the Fjord Cruise trip from Flåm. The roundtrip is a combination of cruise and a shuttle bus that takes you back to where you started.

DAY 5

Check out & enjoy a last minute walk through the frozen village or join our optional tour for snow shoes and experience the beautiful morning light from high above the fjord!
Departure by train to Bergen - the world heritage city. Bergen is the Gateway to the Fjords of Norway. As a UNESCO World Heritage City and a European City of Culture, the Bergen region has the ideal combination of nature, culture and exciting urban life all year around.

DAY 6

It's time to explore Bergen on your own!
Take a tour around the colourful fish handlers and enjoy the fish tasting at the most famous market in Bergen. Pass through the most emblematic places such as the Hanseatic Bryggen, with the church of Mary, the Hakon fortress and the famous fish market. Take a ride on the spectacular Fløibanen Funicular, which will take you on the top of the Mountain Fløyen, for overall view of the city.

DAY 7

Last minute shopping for the Viking Souvenirs before you leave to the Bergen airport for your flight back home.
Transfer on your own to the airport (transfer by a shuttle bus can be pre-booked in advance).

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner

HOTELS

Thon Hotel Opera - Oslo - or similar

Thon Hotel Opera is a modern 4 star hotel located centrally in Bjorvika in Oslo. The hotel has 480 rooms in different categories, fitness facilities, Scala Restaurant and Eufemia Bar. Location next to the harbour with buffett breakfasts, a dressing table, hairdryer, flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi.

Fretheim Hotel - Flåm

Fretheim Hotel boasts mountain and fjord views and is somewhere you can look, taste, listen and absorb magnificent nature. The hotel is immediately adjacent to the Nærøyfjord UNESCO World Heritage site. This fjord has been chosen as one of the world’s most beautiful destinations several times running! The hotel was built in Swiss chalet style at the end of the 19th century, and over the years has grown and developed in pace with the increase in tourists and travellers using the Bergensbana railway and, later, the famous Flåmsbana railway. The oldest part of the hotel has been carefully restored to reveal beautiful details, with open fires and antique furniture in the lounges, library, conference room and, not least, in all the historical guest rooms. Take yourself on a journey of discovery and enjoy the atmosphere of glory days past. a dressing table, hairdryer, flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi.

Zander K Hotel - Bergen

Located in the heart of Bergen, Zander K Hotel is within walking distance of the city's culture and nightlife. Enjoy delicious organic food from the hotel's restaurant and meet friends in its urban bar. Zander K Hotel has 249 modern rooms and both meeting rooms and venues for parties and events. a dressing table, hairdryer, flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi.

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7 nights’ bed, breakfast

When the tour is live and not an Expression of interest you can include return flight to Oslo and return Bergen, or you can sort your own flights and choose the ground only tour when on the website. Flight times will be displayed when available

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Frogner Park © Shutterstock

Royal Palace Oslo © Shutterstock

Holenhollen ski Jump © Shutterstock

Akershus Fortress Oslo © Shutterstock

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