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PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: Norway's Highlights – Viking Special, 11-12 hours – WINTER

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On average, this is booked 29 (0) days in advance.
11 to 12 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Russian, Norwegian

Overview

Meet the Vikings and experience the highlights of Western Norway on our special tour to Gudvangen and the Nærøyfjord. This tour starts and ends in Bergen. You will visit Voss, Gudvangen and Flåm, witness the majestic beauty of this region: lush valleys and magnificent fjords surrounded by sheer mountains. We travel to the Nærøyfjord – a part of UNESCO World Heritage site: West-Norwegian Fjord Landscape area. Our main destination is the Viking Village, where you can meet the real modern day Vikings and learn about their history and culture. For a complete experience, we recommend taking a fjord cruise. Your own professional driver-guide is with you all the time (except the fjord cruise) and provides interesting commentary to the sights and general information about Norway. Duration is approx. 11.5 hours.

Car on this tour is one of our Mercedes minivans. When only 1-4 people are going on this tour, we may use our Tesla Model X. All of our cars have Norwegian Passenger Transport Licence.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Lunch May be purchased on this tour.
  • Ferry tickets
  • Private fjord cruise on a RIB
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Meeting and Pickup

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Suggested start time for this tour is 08:00am.Pick up in Bergen city center: Any hotel or cruise ship port in Bergen city center, any hotel in the vicinity of Bergen airport, rented apartment or private residence located within 1.5 miles (2.5 km) radius from Bryggen embankment, i.e. Bergen city center. If not departing from a hotel, please, provide the address.Pick up at Bergen airport: Bergen International Aitport Flesland, Domestic or International arrival hall.

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Bergen

Our tour starts in the city of Bergen - the Gateway to the Fjords. The city was founded in 1070 and contains many historical and cultural landmarks. We will pass some of them on our way from the city and also on our return to Bergen.
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Admission Ticket Free

Vossevangen

We pass through the town of Voss on our way to Gudvangen. The main historical attractions are Vangskyrkja - church from 1277, and the St.Olaf's cross from 1023.
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Admission Ticket Free

Tvindefossen

We make a stop at Tvindefossen waterfall, locaded 12 km (7.5 miles) to the north of Voss town center. We can come close this cascading 110 meters (360 ft) tall waterfall. In autumn and spring Tvindefossen is usually at its fullest flow, due to the autumn rainfalls and melting snow in spring. During winter months the waterfall can be frozen.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Stalheim Hotel

Our next stop is at Stalheim Hotel, an establishment which history is closely related to postal service in Norway and goes back all the way to 1647. The hotel and its outlook terrace is closed from the end of September till May. We can visit another view point close by - a short walk up a moderately steep path is required.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Stalheimsfossen

Stalheimsfossen waterfall is one of the 2 waterfalls on each side of the hairpin turn road Stalheimskleiva (the road is closed for car traffic this time of year). We can take a short walk to come closer to the waterfall. Stalheimsfossen is 126 meter / 413 feet tall.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sivlefossen

Alternatively, we can take a short walk uphill to come closer to another waterfall: Sivlefossen waterfall is one of the 2 waterfalls on each side of the hairpin turn road Stalheimskleiva (the road is closed for car traffic this time of year). Sivlefossen is 142 meter / 466 feet tall.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Gudvangen

Our main destination on this tour is a small village of Gudvangen, in the very end of the Nærøyfjord. This cosy little village, snuggly located under the tallest waterfall in Norway, Kjelfossen (840 meters / 2755 feet), has attracted tourists ever since the 19th century. When we arrive here, it will be time for lunch, which we can have at the local hotel's restaurant/cafe or inside the Viking Village.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Njardarheimr

Njardarheimr is the name of the Viking Village in Gudvangen. We visit the village with a guided tour and learn about the Viking history, culture and society, and take part in activities like archery and axe throwing. There are also some interesting people to meet: real modern day Vikings who come to live in the Village and engage in their authentic arts and crafts.You have 2 options when visiting the Viking Village: 1) Regular: Entrance tickets to the Village are included. You can participate in a scheduled tour around the Village with a local guide. 2) Private Viking: Entrance tickets to the Village are included. Your tour around the Village is with a private Viking guide, who is with your party for a whole hour.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Naeroyfjord

The Nærøyfjord is one of the most gorgeous fjords in Norway (and the world!). Its unique and pristine beauty was the reason for including it on the World Heritage list by UNESCO in 2005. We recommend seeing it on a 2-hour fjord cruise. You have 2 options here: 1) Travel from Gudvangen to Flåm aboard a passenger ferry, or 2) Take a private fjord cruise on a RIB (rigid inflatable boat).As this tour is an open schedule tour, the fjord cruise is not included. We can offer several alternatives which are available, help you with purchasing tickets or making a booking for you. The fjord cruise should be arranged in advance to guarantee the best experience.Alternatively, we can visit other places other like Aurland and the Stegasein lookout.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Flåm

After leaving Gudvangen - by either ferry, private RIB or car - you come to Flåm, a village located at the very end of the Aurlandsfjord. This busy cruise ship destination clearly stands out from the tranquil Norwegian scenery with its souvenir shops, restaurants and cafés.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Stegastein Viewpoint

An alternative to the fjord cruise is a trip to Stegastein lookout, located at the top of a hairpin turn road overlooking the Aurlandsfjord at 640 meters / 2099 feet above sea level. Wonderful ride and a stunning view!
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vossevangen

On our way back to Bergen we pass the town of Voss again. This time we can make a stop here to take Voss Gondol cable car to the top of Mount Hangur (2690 ft / 820 m above sea level). Additional payment for extra time and cable car tickets is required.
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Admission Ticket Free

Bergen

Our tour ends in Bergen. Scheduled time for return is 7:30pm.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: Norway’s Highlights – Viking Special, 11-12 hours – WINTER?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: Norway’s Highlights – Viking Special, 11-12 hours – WINTER?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • Private transportation.
  • All Fees and Taxes.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Local professional driver-guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch. May be purchased on this tour.
  • Ferry tickets.
  • Private fjord cruise on a RIB.
  • Gratuity.
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Accessibility information for the PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: Norway's Highlights – Viking Special, 11-12 hours – WINTER is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Local professional driver-guide
  • LunchMay be purchased on this tour.
  • Ferry tickets
  • Private fjord cruise on a RIB
  • Gratuity

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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