Norway – Norwegian Delights

Welcome to Oslo, surrounded by mountains and sea, this compact, cultured and fun city has a palpable sense of reinvention. Come to Oslo to pay homage to Edvard Munch and Henrik Ibsen, the city’s two most famous sons, by all means. But don't leave without discovering something of its contemporary cultural life too. En route, you will enjoy a local orientation tour of the city. On arrival at Oslo Airport, you will be met by the driver/ representative who will transfer you to your centrally located hotel. The rest of the day is free to recuperate from the journey. Depending upon the flight's arrival time, in the afternoon recuperate with a visit to some of the famous attractions in Oslo.

Suggested activity you can opt for: "Norwegian Viking Age - VR Experience" Norway’s first digital museum offering several unique experiences based on the Viking heritage. The Center is conveying the "Norwegian Viking Age" to the world in a new way and showcasing the impact the Vikings had on the culture and the cultural heritage of the world. Through groundbreaking Virtual Reality technology, you can now step back more than a thousand years to board a Viking ship and be part of a Viking ambush on the west coast of Norway.

Breakfast at the hotel. Today you will have a sightseeing tour of Oslo. [Starting Time - 10.00 am] Getting to know a new city isn’t just about seeing its sights but meeting its people. With this private custom Oslo tour, connect with a local for a real feel of the city they love. Share your interests with your friend-in-the-making before meeting for a walking tour that delivers a personalized and authentic take on the city: from pointers on restaurants to finding little-known sights and ways to get around (Duration - 2 hours)

Opt for a "Christmas Street Food Tour with Akevitt and Christmas Markets": Starting from 19 November onwards. Enjoy a complex Norwegian Christmas experience by combining Oslo's top highlights with traditional food and drink sampling while learning more about Norwegian Christmas history and traditions.

Today after breakfast, you will have the day to explore Oslo on your own. You can also opt for the below activities if needed. Visit Kon-Tiki Museum Entrance Ticket.

Thor Heyerdahl (1914-2002) gained worldwide fame when he crossed the Pacific Ocean on the balsawood raft Kon-Tiki in 1947. He followed this up with spectacular expeditions on the reed  boats Ra and Tigris. At the Kon-Tiki Museum guests can experience original vessels and up-todate exhibits on Heyerdahl's expeditions, including Kon-Tiki, Ra, Tigris, Easter Island, Fatu-Hiva, Tucume, Galapagos, a 30-metre cave tour, an underwater exhibit with a 10-metre model of a whale shark, Thor Heyerdahl's library, Thor Heyerdahl in person, and Tiki pop culture. The original, Oscar-winning Kon-Tiki documentary film is screened every day at noon in the cinema, and the museum has a well-stocked souvenir shop. 

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Suggested activity you can opt for: “Oslo Fjord Gourmet Dinner Cruise“ Welcome to the gourmet dinner cruise on the Oslo fjord. Take in the unique ambiance of our hybrid-electric boat with panoramic windows and an outside deck. Step on board for an evening trip through the Oslofjord. During the cruise, you will leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind and find the calm waters of the Oslofjord and its green islands with picturesque lighthouses such as Dyna Fir. The outside deck or inside lounges with panoramic windows will ensure a good view from any seat.

On the way back you can enjoy the Oslo skyline and you will cruise past some of its most popular sites such as the Opera House and Aker fortress. The crew will serve a delicious 3-course cold dinner from Michelin's sustainability award-winning restaurant Einer. Einer safeguards the Norwegian cooking traditions with their locally sourced dishes. Pair the dinner with one of our wines that have been carefully curated to complement the food.

Today after breakfast, you will have to make your way to Oslo Train Station by 0800 am for your onward journey on Norway in a Nutshell - This legendary tour takes you through Norway’s most breathtaking UNESCO-protected fjord and mountain scenery, as well as a trip on Europe’s top scenic rail journey. Go on a winter adventure in Norway and experience the scenic Bergen Railway, the breathtaking Flam Railway/Ninja Railways, the narrow and dramatic Naeroyfjord, and a bus trip through the beautiful winter scenery of Western Norway

This tour is meant to give you the best fjord- and mountain scenery Western Norway has to offer, comfortably and sustainably. The tour has several highlights, such as the Flam Railway- one  of the world's most beautiful train journeys, a winter fjord cruise on the Naeroyfjord and Aurlandsfjord, and the Naeroydalen valley, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. [Duration of the tour approx 12 – 13 hours] – expected arrival time in Bergen: 21: 11 hrs Overnight in Bergen.

Note: Lunch on your own in Flam OR on Cruise

After breakfast at the hotel, get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the locals for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see. With the walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes.

Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. The local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay. (Duration – 2 hours)