Compare Norway by Adventures by Disney vs Norway Fjord Trekking by G Adventures
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| Duration | 8 days | 7 days |
| Price From | $ 5,099 | $ 2,464 |
| Price Per Day | $ 637 | $ 352 |
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| Trip Style | Group tour | Small group tour |
| Lodging Level | Premium | Basic |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Ground transport included |
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Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches and 5 Dinners |
6 breakfasts |
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Experience the beauty and majesty of Norway. Be awestruck by the breathtaking fjords, glacier lakes and snow-capped mountains that serve as glorious backdrops to storybook villages—and inspired the classic Disney movie Frozen! Go fishing, hiking and rafting as you journey across this spectacular country with its warm, welcoming culture on your Adventures by Disney Norway vacation. |
The Vikings were some of the toughest people to ever walk this earth, and looking at the land that spawned them, it’s not hard to see why. Carved by the relentless North Atlantic for eons, the Norwegian fjordlands are a challenge that beckons hikers and mountaineers of all ages and abilities. This trip will put you on intimate terms with the great green hills, monstrous peaks, enormous glaciers, and flat-out gorgeous scenery of this isolated chunk of Scandinavia. Lace up your hiking boots and set forth in search of your own personal Valhalla. |
Day 1: Norway
Meal: Dinner
Accommodations: Radisson Blu Royal Hotel
Arrive At Bergen, Flesland Airport (Bgo)
Velkommen til Norge! Once you exit customs and the baggage claim area, an Adventures by Disney representative welcomes you and assists you with your luggage before you are driven to the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel in Bergen.
Check-In At The Radisson Blu Royal Hotel
As your Adventure Guides check you in, explore this luxury hotel that sits in the heart of the historic Bryggen area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that exemplifies Old-World charm.
Welcome Dinner At The Hotel
Join your fellow Adventurers for a delicious welcome dinner. Feel the excitement build as your Adventure Guides set the stage for the adventures that await you and your family —inspired by the Disney movie Frozen.
Day 2: Voss And Flåm
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodations: Fretheim Hotel
Breakfast At The Hotel
Fuel up with a tasty breakfast at the hotel before departing for a day of adventure in Voss, known as "the adventure capital of Norway."
River Rafting In Voss
Experience true serenity as you and your family glide along one of the area's rivers that offer stunning vistas of the region's mountains.
Riverside Lunch
Enjoy a post-rafting lunch at the Voss Rafting Center's grass-roofed cabin. Satisfy your appetite and prepare for your ride to Flåm.
Check-In At The Fretheim Hotel
As your Adventures Guides check you in, explore this historic hotel with views of dramatic fjords. This graceful lodging with charming accommodations was once a local farm estate—and now is a newly renovated hotel, with vibrant colors inspired by the national costumes of Norway
Private Barbecue Dinner At Fretheim Hotel
Enjoy a mouth-watering meal at the grill of this welcoming hotel.
Day 3: Flåm
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
Accommodations: Fretheim Hotel
Breakfast At The Hotel
Enjoy a filling breakfast before you begin your day.
Fjord Safari On A Rigid Inflatable Boat (Rib)
Embark on an aquatic odyssey that will take you and your family on both a boat adventure and a cultural exploration. Ride an RIB into the nooks and crannies of the fjord. Discover villages along the way where you can experience Norwegian culture and enjoy the tales of local storytellers. And be sure to keep an eye out for trolls!
Undredal Stave Church
Visit the smallest stave church in the world! Be hosted by a local expert who will tell you the history of this mid-12th-century, 40-seat church.
Lunch At A Local Café
Regale in tales of trolls and Norwegian legends from a local storyteller as you enjoy lunch at a quaint café. Also, get a lesson in cheese-making traditions and methods followed by a tasting of some regional favorites!
Continuation Of Fjord Safari On Rib Boat
Hop back on your RIB Boat and continue your journey along the scenic fjord amid stunning surroundings. Keep your eyes peeled…While sightings are rare, you may see a seal or a dolphin frolicking in the calm waters of the famed UNESCO World Heritage Site called Naeroyfjord. Your local expert will also point out an ancient Viking burial site.
Dinner On Your Own In Flåm
Have a pleasant meal abounding with local flavors. Discuss your day's adventures with family and newfound friends. Be sure to get some dining recommendations from your Adventure Guides.
Cultural Walk
If you would like to take an evening walk, meet behind the hotel and head out on foot for a delightful, nighttime walking tour of local Flåm culture.
Day 4: Geiranger
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodations: Hotel Union
Breakfast At The Hotel
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before departing for your next destination—the famed Borgund Stave Church.
Visit The Borgund Stave Church In Laerdal
Arrive in Laerdal and explore this remarkably well preserved stave church, built around 1180 A.D. Considered one of Norway's iconic structures, a stave church is a medieval wooden church built around 4 central upright logs with vertical planks for its walls. With beautifully carved portals and 4 carved dragon heads on the roof peaks, it's a sight to behold. The Borgund Stave Church may look familiar, as it along with other stave churches provided architectural inspiration to the filmmakers of the classic Disney film Frozen.
Lunch And Depart For Geiranger
Before heading out for Geiranger, delight in a delectable Norwegian lunch at a local restaurant nestled among the fjords and glaciers. Enjoy gorgeous landscapes dotted with pastoral farmland as you travel to Geiranger, the location of some of the most spectacular scenery in the world. The Geirangerfjord area—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—is a popular destination and home to the majestic Seven Sisters Waterfall which overlooks Geirangerfjord.
Check-In At The Hotel Union
As your Adventure Guides check you in, explore this historic, family-run hotel on the hill above Geiranger that offers breathtaking views of the Geirangerfjord and superb amenities including indoor and outdoor swimming pools, Turkish baths, gardens and more.
Adult Dinner At Hotel Restaurant
Savor a sampling of local flavors in the hotel's main dining room and share stories with fellow Adventurers while Junior Adventurers enjoy their own dinner and fun.
Junior Adventurer Dinner In Museum Room
Junior Adventurers can dine in a private setting in the hotel's "car garage," a museum that showcases an impressive collection of car-related treasures and whimsical memorabilia. Afterward, they can enjoy a troll-making activity and karaoke sing-along!
Day 5: Geiranger
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodations: Hotel Union
Breakfast At The Hotel
Get your day off to a good start with a delightful breakfast.
Visit To Westeras Farm
Take a refreshing hike up the hills and down into the dales around Westeras Farm.
Farm Activities
Experience some of the day-to-day rituals of life on this quaint farm. Listen to a Norwegian family's stories about the farming culture. And spend some quality time with the farm's animals, including goats and llamas!
Walk To Fjord Viewpoint For Magnificent Views
With a local farmer as your guide, walk from Westeras Farm to enjoy stunning views of Geirangerfjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Lunch At Westeras Farm
Satisfy your appetite with some wonderful home-style cooking featuring local ingredients and flavors.
Hike To Storseterfossen Waterfall (Optional)
Take to the trails again—this time on a hike from the farm up to the glorious Storseterfossen Waterfall for a magnificent view of this natural wonder.
Afternoon On Your Own In Geiranger
Choose how to spend your afternoon. Visit the Geiranger Fjord Center* to gain some insight about the people and culture of the Geiranger region. Or go kayaking*, enjoy the services at the hotel including a spa treatment*, or simply curl up with a book by the pool and relax.
Barbecue Dinner In Private Cabin At Hotel Union
Sit down for a Norwegian-style barbecue dinner in the hotel's grass-roofed, traditional cabin. Adventurers can watch as the chefs prepare their delicious, mouth-watering meal.
Day 6: Breakfast At The Hotel
Start your day with a delicious breakfast and then head for Lake Loen.
Net Fishing Or Rowboating
Spend some relaxing time on Lake Loen either fishing for rainbow trout or just rowing across the serene, crystal-clear waters for a lazy morning with some of the most gorgeous vistas in the world.
Lunch At Kjenndalstova
Journey into the peaceful Kjenndal Valley and enjoy a meal of traditional Norwegian food at this family-owned café. Choose from a menu that includes local fare like fresh trout or a gourmet burger.
Briksdal Glacier Visit
Catch a ride up this renowned glacier part way by "troll-car" and the last mile by foot. Along the way, be surrounded by cascading waterfalls and high mountain peaks, with Briksdal Glacier just up ahead. Also, enjoy a private Glacier Safari, which includes rafting on the lake in Jostedalsbreen National Park that is home to the world-famous glacier. Finally, return to Geiranger on a scenic ferry tour that includes a stunning photo op with the Seven Sisters waterfall as the backdrop.
Dinner On Your Own In Geiranger
Dine on delicious traditional food at a cozy café or enjoy a more sophisticated dining experience at the hotel. Be sure to get a dining recommendation from your Adventure Guides.
Day 7: Oslo
Meal: Breakfast and Dinner
Accommodations: Hotel Continental Oslo
Breakfast At The Hotel
Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel before you catch the train to Oslo.
Geiranger To Otta Via Motor Coach, Then Otta To Oslo Via Train
Travel by motor coach from Geiranger to Otta and board the train that will take you to the vibrant and sophisticated Norwegian capital of Oslo. Enjoy lunch on your own aboard the train while traveling through the scenic Norwegian countryside.
Farewell Dinner And Dancing At Hotel Continental Oslo
Celebrate the culmination of an amazing family adventure with new friends and fellow Adventurers at this farewell dinner in a private room at the Grand Hotel Oslo. Enjoy entertainment by authentic folk dancers accompanied by a musician—and discover some of this nation's rich culture and history.
Day 8: Oslo
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodations: Hotel Continental Oslo
Breakfast At The Hotel
Wake up to a hearty breakfast at the hotel and get ready for your flight home.
Transfer To The Oslo Airport Gardermoen (Osl)
Get assistance with your luggage and enjoy pre-arranged transportation to the airport. Then it's time to say "farvel" to Norway—until you return again!
Day 1 Bergen
Arrive at any time. Meet your group for a welcome meeting before heading out for an orientation walk of Bergen.
If you wish to explore Bergen before your tour begins, consider booking pre-tour accommodation with us. Please speak to a G Adventures representative about booking accommodations in Bergen before Day 1 of this itinerary.
Day 2 Bergen/Odda
Enjoy breakfast in the beautiful city of Bergen. Transfer by ferry and private vehicle along the Hardangerfjord to Odda, the base in the heart of the fjords. Enjoy an introductory hike.
Day 3 Odda
Known as the Valley of the Waterfalls, Oddadalen is a spectacular wooded ravine adorned with numerous beautiful waterfalls. Stretch your legs on a 10km (6.2 mi) hike along the Buerdalen valley. Consider today’s hike a warm-up to prepare for our full day Trolltunga excursion on Day 6.
Day 4 Odda/Folgefonna Glacier/Odda
Join an expert local guide for a hike across the frozen landscape of the Folgefonna Glacier. Strap on crampons, head out on the ice and take in spectacular views of the glacier.
Day 5 Odda
Enjoy free time today to relax in the beauty of the surrounding fjords, or opt to partake in any of the many activities this area has to offer.
Set in the breathtaking location of the Atlantic fjordlands, Odda is an ideal place to take a day off from hiking. For those looking to recharge today, opt to wander the quaint town that lines the coast with its multi-coloured residences or take a rib boat ride on the fjords. For those who are itching to get back out into the wild, take in the views from a bike or kayak, or consider preparing for your Trolltunga Hike by booking the Via Ferrata Sunset/Sunrise Extension for an enchanting night in the Sunrise Dome perched high above Lake Ringedalsvatnet.
Please note that if you choose to book the optional Trolltunga Via Ferrata Sunset/Sunrise Combo Upgrade on Day 5 of the tour, the transfers there and back are not included and cost approximately an additional £25 per person. This price covers the transportation both ways. For the upgraded Trolltunga experience it is recommended travellers bring a 30L day pack to carry additional supplies necessary on this option of the hike.
Day 6 Odda/Trolltunga/Odda
Gear up for the highlight of the week – a challenging full-day journey up to the most famous rock formation in Norway. Trolltunga (the "Troll's Tongue") grants breathtaking views from 700m (2,296 ft) above the Ringedalsvatnet lake.
Trolltunga is one of this area's most popular and challenging hiking destinations. It requires preparation from hikers. Prepare for 10-12 hours of hiking and rock climbing on a route almost completely on a gradient. Should you decide to opt out of the via ferrata route, you are welcome to do the hike only. Compared with our full-day hike early in the week, Trolltunga will physically demand more - with the reward of unrivalled views.
Day 7 Odda/Bergen
Leaving Odda behind, take a bus to Bergen. Trip ends on arrival in Bergen.
This tour will end upon arrival in Bergen. We suggest booking any onward travel for no earlier than 4:30pm. If you wish to extend your stay in Bergen, consider booking post-tour accommodation with us. Please speak to a G Adventures representative about booking accommodations in Bergen after your tour ends.
