The Hardangerfjord

Hardangerfjord is an amazing example of nature's ultimate beauty. Among Norwegian fjords, Hardangerfjord is the second largest in Norway and the third largest fjord in the world. The Hardangerfjord is located in the county of Hordaland, a gem that gets its lofty character from its most fortunate location among (overlooking?) breathtaking Norwegian fjords views.

Begin your Hardangerfjord adventure with a Norwegian tour that originates in Oslo and ends in Bergen, or start in Bergen and end in Oslo. Either way, this journey is filled with some of the most amazing vistas you've ever set eyes on. A tour of the narrow and exceedingly charming Hallingdal valley is not to be overshadowed by your Hardanger Plateau crossing, Europe's largest mountain plateau. You'll enjoy a 12 mile Flam railway adventure as nature puts on a glorious show of snow capped mountains, thundering waterfalls and valleys lush with flora. Among your Hardangerfjord adventure you'll experience the remarkable beauty of Naeroydal Valley, known for its rainbow waterfalls and vast mountains. Arrival in Voss puts you between Hardangerfjord and Sognfjord, two of Norway's most famous fjords. Your journey includes precious time spent in Ulvik with its May orchard blossoms and red autumn apples, plus stunning mountain reflections in the deep blue fjord any season of the year. Norheimsund is revealed with a sail through ravines and orchards, and you'll surely hold your breath as you traverse the Tokagjelet Ravine.

Bergen, known as the "City Between the Seven Mountains," is a perfect way to either begin or end your two day Hurtigruten adventure with its bustling, capital city appeal.

Your Hardangerfjord Norway tour begins with a morning departure from Oslo. Here you will be welcomed onto the amazing Bergen Railway bound for awe inspiring scenic views of the Hallingdal Valley and the Hardanger Plateau .You'll arrive in the mountain village of Myrdal and transfer to the Flam Railway. During this dramatic and scenic twelve-mile ride you'll marvel at fjord landscapes, steep mountains and the powerful Kjos Waterfall.

Your lunch in Flam is an entrée into your travel through the Naeroydal Valley before ascending Stalheim Canyon Road, and finally arriving in Voss, Norway. Voss is situated between Norway's most famous fjords, the majestic and breathtaking Hardangerfjord and Sognfjord. Next, you will proceed to the picturesque hamlet of Ulvik where you will retire for the evening at the historic Hotel Rica Brakanes. [D]

Awaken to a buffet breakfast followed by a pleasant exploration of Ulvik where you'll be immersed into the culture as your walk its quaint streets. After lunch on your own, you'll depart by ferry for Norheimsund with is beautiful landscape and views of Folgefonna, Norway's third largest glacier. You'll sail past the charming villages, picturesque orchards and farms, and steep ravines of the Hardangerfjord. Then board a motor coach for an adventure filled with waterfalls, roaring rivers and tunnels during your traverse of the wild Tokagjelet Ravine gorge. Continue across the Kvamskogen Mountain Plateau, with a delightful pass through the Soerfjord. Here the contrast between the rugged mountain landscape and gentle shore scenery that encloses it cannot be ignored. Then your breathtaking adventure takes you onto your final Bergen destination, the bustling capital of Norway's fjord district. [B]

This Hardangerfjord and Norwegian Fjords Program can also be done in reverse.

Meal codes: [B] Breakfast [L] Lunch [D] Dinner

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