Oslo

Explore the enchanting Norwegian capital of Oslo, admiring its panoramic views, contemporary architecture, and historical museums.

NOTE: this program includes lots of walking and is not recommended for guests with mobility restrictions.

Day 1

Upon arrival at the Oslo International Airport, you will be met and transferred by private vehicle to your hotel. Check in is at 2:00pm. The remainder of the day is yours for discovering the city at your own pace.

The Opera, shopping in Kvadraturen and the nightlife on Youngstorget are close by.

Note: your driver will meet you once you have exited customs, immigration and luggage claim. Please look for someone holding an RSSC sign and /or with your name.

Day 2

Following breakfast, you will drive through the City Center to the famed Oslo Opera House. Designed by the Norwegian firm Snøhetta, the contemporary marble-and-glass building is a work of art that has won countless awards. Pausing long enough for photos from the roof of the opera house (outside visit), you will enjoy a spectacular view of the surrounding Bjøvika neighborhood.

Then, it’s on to the Vigeland Sculpture Park, an 80-acre green oasis with more than 200 bronze and granite sculptures of the human form in various positions. Commissioned by the city of Oslo, Norwegian sculptor Gustav Vigeland created the sculpture park over a period of 20 years. “The Monolith,” a highly symbolic piece with 121 intertwined human bodies, is the centerpiece and took more than 14 years to create.

Note: you will have approximately 1 km of walking here.

Continuing, you will drive to the Holmenkollen Ski Jump, a towering monument of steel and concrete that opened in 2010 for competitive ski jumping. From the top, you will enjoy a magnificent view of Oslo, the fjord and surrounding islands.

Following lunch, you will drive on to the Norwegian Open-Air Museum on the peninsula of Bygdøy. The exhibits reflect the daily life and living conditions in Norway from the 16th century to present time. More than 150 buildings from various parts of the country are displayed, including the 12th-century Stave Churches and an entire street depicting life in the year 1865.

You will next visit the Maritime Museum which houses the 9th century Viking boat from the largest Gokstad Viking ship findings along with a wide range of Norwegian maritime cultural heritage including the country's oldest vessel (2200 years old).

View a new exhibition where ship builders will be reconstructing one of the smaller Viking boats from the “Gokstad” discovery using scientific and experimental methods that can provide unknown knowledge about the Vikings’ vessels.

This evening, enjoy a stroll around the city and a taste of some of the best Norwegian beers, cheeses, and cured meats.

The first stop will be the most haunted place in Oslo, the Akershus Fortress, from where you will follow the ghosts to the center of medieval Christiania. The tour then continues with a stroll around the City Hall and its beautifully decorated entrance where you will learn more about Norse mythology.

Leaving the old times behind, the second part of our tour is dedicated to Norway’s modern history and culture which is highlighted by such sights as the Parliament building, National Theatre and the Royal Palace.

Conclude the evening with a 30-45-minute tasting session that includes 3 beer samples, Norwegian akvavit and a selection of traditional Norwegian cheeses and cured meat” In all, the evening program takes 2-2.5 hours.

Day 3

Following breakfast, embark on a second full sightseeing-day in Oslo. First the group will head towards the Peninsula of Bygdøy with visits to the Fram and Kon-Tiki Museums.

Norway is an Arctic Nation, and the "Fram" Polarmuseum, which was built in 1936, and upgraded several times in the recent years, is dedicated to the polar expeditions and the explorers Fridtjof Nansen, Roald Amundsen and Otto Sverdrup. Exhibits include photographs, film, light effects, models and displays of Historical Artefacts. Further, there is an Aurora lightshow on the roof and a “Dark Walk” aiming to give an impression of polar conditions.

The highlight and main exhibit are the complete polar ship “FRAM” built in 1893 – specially designed to withstand the pressure of pack-ice. This proud little ship is still the surface vessel that has sailed both furthest North – reaching 85° 57'n latitude with Nansens expedition from 1893-1896 – and furthest South reaching 78° 41's latitude with Amundsens expedition to the South Pole from 1910-1912.

The Kon Tiki Museum houses the original balsa raft used by Thor Heyerdahl and his five companions in 1947 during their voyage from Peru to Polynesia, across 3000 kilometers of ocean. Further, you will find the papyrus-boat RA II with which Tor Heyerdahl, again with his faithfully companions, successfully crossed the Atlantic Ocean in 1970. A good selection of documentary material is also on display.

Next, head back to town for a visit to the fairly new Munch Museum. Opened in June 2020, this is the newest milestone museum in Oslo. Enjoy a light lunch inside the museum restaurant located on the top floor before you are taken on a guided tour to see the famous paintings by Norwegian Edvard Munch. The most famous motif is the so-called “Scream” – of which he made 4 versions.

From the Munch Museum you will be driven up to Ekeberg, taking a short photo stop at the so-called “Munch-svingen” – with an impressive view of Oslo, which is said to be the background for the famous “Scream-painting”. From Ekeberg you will start a guided walk through the privately arranged Ekeberg Scultpure Park, displaying some sculptures from famous artists all around the world, among them Rodin, Dali, Renoir, Henry, Hirst and many more.

Your bus then returns the group to your hotel and the remainder of the day is at your leisure.

Dinner is on your own.

Day 4

Following breakfast at the hotel and check out (don’t forget to settle any incidentals before departing), transfer to the pier to board a public sightseeing boat for a cruise along the Oslofjord. Along the way, you will see forested islands, the fortress of Akershus, and the two towers of the Town Hall, a building inaugurated in 1950 for Oslo’s 900th anniversary.

Back at the local pier, transfer to the cruise port for embarkation.

Land Program Details Step by Step

•The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. Program times are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.

•Itineraries with the up-to-date details will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive a final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review the letter and your final itinerary carefully for further amendments.

•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.

•Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.

Extra Nights

•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program

•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 2:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.

•If you have an early-arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 2:00pm.

•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.

DAY 1

Arrive at the Oslo International Airport. Meet your driver and transfer to your hotel

2:00pm Check-in time at the hotel

Although every effort will be made to have rooms available before 2:00pm, this can’t be guaranteed.

For guests who arrive early you may store your belongings at Reception and begin to enjoy the facilities of the hotel or head into town to explore at your leisure.

Meals are on your own today

Overnight at the Amerikalinjen Hotel Hotel similar hotel

Meet and Greet and transfers

•Final cruise documents will be emailed 21 days prior to sailing. The local ground agent’s telephone number will be on page 1, if you can’t locate the meet-and-greet representative upon arrival. Be aware that the representative may be assisting others and may not be in sight when you first exit Customs and the luggage claim area.

•Look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and possibly your name. If in doubt, ask the airport staff to direct you to the meeting area for transfers or to page our representative.

•Meet and Greet and transfers are arranged for guests arriving on Day 1 of a land program or for extra nights booked through the cruise line and are arranged based on the flight details received by guests at least 14 days before sailing. Guests arriving independently before the program start date will not have a transfer included.

•If we have not received your flight details or your flights have changed, and the Destination Services Land Team has not been notified, then a transfer cannot be provided, and guests will be responsible for getting to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.

DAY 2

AM Breakfast at the hotel

9:00am Depart from the hotel for a city tour, with a photo stop at the Opera House (outside visit)

10:00am Visit the Vigeland Sculpture Park (approx. 1 km of walking)

11:00am Depart the Vigeland Sculpture Park

11:15am Visit the Holmenkollen Ski Jump

12:15am Depart for lunch

12:30pm Buffet lunch at a local restaurant

2:00pm Depart from the restaurant

2:30pm Tour the Norwegian Open-Air Folk Museum – guided visit

3:30pm Depart from the museum

3:45pm Tour the Maritime Museum

4:30pm Depart from the museum

4:45pm Arrive at the hotel

5:30pm Evening stroll with beer, cheeses and meat tasting (approximately 2 hours)

Dinner on your own

Overnight at the Amerikalinjen Hotel Hotel similar hotel

DAY 3

AM Breakfast at the hotel

9:00am Depart from hotel by bus for a tour to the Bygdøy Peninsula

9:15am Arrive Fram Museum – guided visit & film

10:40am Depart on foot, short walk to Kon-Tiki

10:45am Arrive Kon-Tiki Museum – guided visit

11:30am Depart and drive to City Center

11:50am Arrive at the Munch

Depending on availability – lunch at the museum’s restaurant (or as alternative somewhere downtown)

Guided tour of the museum

2:30pm Depart by bus and drive up to Munch-svingen, photo stop

3:15pm Guided walk at Ekeberg with its incredible views and sculptures from famous artists from all around the world

4:30pm Depart by bus and return to your hotel

5:00pm Arrive at your hotel

Dinner on your own

Overnight at the Amerikalinjen Hotel Hotel similar hotel

DAY 4

AM Breakfast at the hotel

9:45am Check out, settle any incidentals

10:00am Transfer from the hotel to the pier

10:30am Depart for a 2-hour cruise on the Oslofjord (non-exclusive boat)

12:30pm Arrive back at the local pier and transfer to the cruise port

1:00pm Embarkation

Expected Weather:

In August, in Oslo, the average high-temperature is 20.1°C (68.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 11.3°C (52.3°F).

What to Bring:

Weather-appropriate warm clothing is recommended, including a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and flat comfortable walking shoes.

Local Currency:

Norwegian Kroner. U.S. dollars are only accepted in souvenir shops, and credit cards are accepted almost everywhere.

Electricity:

European standard plug. We recommend bringing your own international travel adaptor if you have electronic devices.

Documents and Visa Requirements:

A valid passport is required.

Accommodations:

Amerikalinjen Hotel

Jernbanetorget 2, 0154 Oslo, Norway

Phone: +47 21 40 59 00

*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards guests will be notified in advance. If guests are not notified of changes before departure, then the hotel listed in this program will be used.

Program Includes for guests

•3 nights at the Amerikalinjen Hotel (or similar hotel) – Superior Room

•3 breakfasts

•2 lunches including soft drinks

•All entrances mentioned in the itinerary

•2-hour Oslofjord cruise and transfer to ship for embarkation

•Airport to hotel transfer on Day 1

Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.

Program Excludes for guests:

•Dinners or any other meals not listed above

•Alcoholic beverages

•Hotel incidentals including mini bar and room service

•Gratuities to drivers and guides

Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.

Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.

Explore the enchanting Norwegian capital of Oslo, admiring its panoramic views, contemporary architecture, and historical museums.

Day 1

Disembark the ship and transfer to the public boat pier where you will board a vessel and cruise along the Oslofjord. Along the way, you will see forested islands, the fortress of Akershus, and the two towers of the Town Hall, a building inaugurated in 1950 for Oslo’s 900th anniversary.

Back at the pier, drive to your hotel for check in. Once you have checked-in, the remainder of the day is at your leisure and meals are on your own.

As the hotel is in the city center, only a 10 minute walk from city hall and the harbor, you may enjoy a leisurely stroll on your own around Aker Brygge and Tjuvholmen, a popular area with plenty of restaurants.

Day 2

Following breakfast, you will drive through the City Center to the famed Oslo Opera House. Designed by the Norwegian firm Snøhetta, the contemporary marble-and-glass building is a work of art that has won countless awards. Pausing long enough for photos from the roof of the opera house (outside visit), you will enjoy a spectacular view of the surrounding Bjøvika neighborhood.

Then, it’s on to the Vigeland Sculpture Park, an 80-acre green oasis with more than 200 bronze and granite sculptures of the human form in various positions. Commissioned by the city of Oslo, Norwegian sculptor Gustav Vigeland created the sculpture park over a period of 20 years. “The Monolith,” a highly symbolic piece with 121 intertwined human bodies, is the centerpiece and took more than 14 years to create.

Note: you will have approximately 1 km of walking here.

Continuing on, you will drive to the Holmenkollen Ski Jump, a towering monument of steel and concrete that opened in 2010 for competitive ski jumping. From the top, you will enjoy a magnificent view of Oslo, the fjord and surrounding islands.

Following lunch, you will drive on to the Norwegian Open Air Museum on the peninsula of Bygdøy. The exhibits reflect the daily life and living conditions in Norway from the 16th century to present time. More than 150 buildings from various parts of the country are displayed, including the 12th-century Stave Churches and an entire street depicting life in the year 1865.

Next visit the Maritime Museum which houses the 9th century Viking boat from the largest Gokstad Viking ship findings along with a wide range of Norwegian maritime cultural heritage including the country's oldest vessel (2200 years old).

View a new exhibition where ship builders will be reconstructing one of the smaller Viking boats from the “Gokstad” discovery using scientific and experimental methods that can provide unknown knowledge about the Vikings’ vessels.

This evening, enjoy a stroll around the city and a taste of some of the best Norwegian beers, cheeses and cured meats.

The first stop will be the most haunted place in Oslo, the Akershus Fortress, from where you’ll follow the ghosts to the center of medieval Christiania. The tour then continues with a stroll around the City Hall and its beautifully decorated entrance where you’ll learn more about Norse mythology.

Leaving the old times behind, the second part of our tour is dedicated to Norway’s modern history and culture which is highlighted by such sights as the Parliament building, National Theatre and the Royal Palace.

Conclude the evening with a 30-45-minute tasting session that includes 3 beer samples, Norwegian akvavit and a selection of traditional Norwegian cheeses and cured meat” In all, the evening program takes 2-2.5 hours.

Day 3

Following breakfast, your bus and guide will take you an another full sightseeing-day in Oslo. Your first goal will be the peninsula of Bygdøy with the Fram and Kon-Tiki museums.

"Fram" Polarmuseum: Norway is an Arctic Nation, and this Museum - built in 1936, and upgraded several times in the recent years is dedicated to the polar expeditions and the explorers Fridtjof Nansen, Roald Amundsen and Otto Sverdrup –. The exhibits include Photographs, Film, Light Effects, Models and displays of Historical Artefacts. Further, there is an Aurora light-show in the roof and a “Dark Walk” aiming to give an impression of polar conditions. The main exhibit, however, is the complete polarship “FRAM” built in 1893 – specially designed to withstand the pressure of pack-ice. The proud little ship is still the surface vessel that has sailed both furthest North – reaching 85° 57'n latitude with Nansens expedition from 1893-1896 – and furthest South reaching 78° 41's latitude with Amundsens expedition to the South Pole from 1910-1912.

Kon-Tiki Museum: The museum houses the original balsa raft used by Thor Heyerdahl and his five companions in 1947 during their voyage from Peru to Polynesia, across 3000 kilometres of ocean. Further, you find the papyrus-boat RA II with which Tor Heyerdahl, again with his faithfully companions, successfully crossed the Atlantic Ocean in 1970. A good selection of documentary material is also on display.

After ample time to explore inside these two museums, the group will head back to town to visit the National Museum (opened late 2022) which offers a range of exhibitions showing Norwegian and international art, architecture and design. The famous “Scream” painting is always on display here among 50,000 other objects from the wide collection of Norwegian heritage. Your Oslo guide will give you a tour through this museum.

From the National Museum you will take the bus up to Ekeberg, making a short photostop at the so-called “Munch-svingen” – with an impressive view of Oslo, which is said to be the background for the famous “Scream-painting”. From Ekeberg you will start a guided walk through the privately arranged Ekeberg Scultpure Park, displaying some sculptures from famous artists all around the world, among them Rodin, Dali, Renoir, Henry, Hirst and many more.

The bus takes you back to your hotel after an another day full of interesting sights.

Dinner on your own.

Day 4

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Check out and transfer (private vehicle) to the airport based on your flight details.

Check out time is at 12:00pm. For guests with late flights, you may store your luggage at Reception until your transfer time.

Land Program Details Step by Step:

•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. All program timings are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.

•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.

•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.

•A departure transfer is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program.

DAY 1

9:00am Disembark the ship and transfer to the sightseeing boat (luggage will be stored on a coach)

10:15am Start your guided tour by a short bus-ride to the dock (luggage will be stored on the bus)

10:30am Depart for a 2-hour cruise on the Oslofjord (non-exclusive boat)

12:30pm Arrive back at the pier and transfer to the hotel

12:45pm Arrive at your hotel for check in

Remainder of the day is at your leisure

Dinner on your own

Overnight at the Grand Hotel Oslo

DAY 2

AM Breakfast at the hotel

9:00am Depart from the hotel for a city tour, with a photo stop at the Opera House (outside visit)

10:00am Visit the Vigeland Sculpture Park (approx. 1 km of walking)

11:00am Depart the Vigeland Sculpture Park

11:15am Visit the Holmenkollen Ski Jump

12:15am Depart for lunch

12:30pm Buffet lunch at a local restaurant

2:00pm Depart from the restaurant

2:30pm Tour the Norwegian Open-Air Folk Museum – guided visit

3:30pm Depart from the museum

3:45pm Tour the Maritime Museum

4:30pm Depart from the museum

4:45pm Arrive at the hotel

5:30pm Evening stroll with beer, cheeses and meat tasting – 2-2.5 hours

Dinner on your own

Overnight at the Grand Hotel Oslo or similar hotel

DAY 3

AM Breakfast at the hotel

9:00am Depart from hotel by bus for a tour to the Bygdøy Peninsula

9:15am Arrive Fram Museum – guided visit and film

10:40am Depart on foot, short walk to Kon-Tiki

10:45am Arrive Kon-Tiki Museum – guided visit

11:30am Depart and drive to City Center

11:50am Arrive at the National Museum

Depending on availability – lunch at the museum’s restaurant (or as alternative somewhere downtown)

Guided tour of National Museum

2:30pm Depart by bus and drive up to Munch-svingen, photo stop

3:15pm Guided walk at Ekeberg with its incredible views and sculptures from famous artists from all around the world

4:30pm Depart by bus and return to your hotel

5:00pm Arrive at your hotel

Dinner on your own

Overnight at the Grand Hotel Oslo or similar hotel

DAY 4

AM Breakfast at the hotel

12:00pm Check out time at the hotel

Private transfer to the Airport based on your flight time. Should you have a late flight, luggage storage is available at the hotel.

Extra Nights:

•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the same hotel used on the LAST NIGHT of your program.

•When you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 12:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 4 of your program.

Transfers:

•All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.

•Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.

•Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 12:00pm. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.

Expected Weather:

The temperature can vary from 5? to 30? degrees Celsius (41? to 86? Fahrenheit). Weather conditions can be sunny, windy, rainy and foggy.

What to Bring:

Weather-appropriate warm clothing is recommended, including a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and flat comfortable walking shoes.

Local Currency:

Norwegian Kroner. U.S. dollars are only accepted in souvenir shops, and credit cards are accepted almost everywhere.

Electricity:

European standard plug. We recommend bringing your own international travel adaptor if you have electronic devices.

Documents and Visa Requirements:

A valid passport is required.

Accommodations:

Grand Hotel Oslo

Karl Johans gate 31, 0159 Oslo, Norway

Phone: +47 23 21 20 00

*We will only substitute a hotel in unforeseen situations. If a hotel is substituted, it will be similar and with equal ratings and standards and guests will be notified in advance. If guests are not notified of any changes before departure, then the hotel listed in this program will be used.

Program Includes for guests

•3 nights at the Grand Hotel Oslo - Superior Room

•3 breakfasts

•2 lunches including soft drinks

•Evening stroll with 3 beer tasting samples, 1 akvavit, selection of cheese and cured meat samples

•All entrances mentioned in the itinerary

•2-hour Oslofjord cruise

•Airport transfer on Day 4

Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.

Program Excludes for guests:

•Dinners or any other meals not listed above

•Alcoholic beverages

•Hotel incidentals including mini bar and room service

•Gratuities to drivers and guides

Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces, which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.

All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty.

Explore the enchanting Norwegian capital of Oslo, admiring its panoramic views, contemporary architecture, and historical museums.

NOTE: this program includes lots of walking and is not recommended for guests with mobility constraints.

Day 1

Upon arrival at the Oslo International Airport, you will be met and transferred by private vehicle to the Grand Hotel Oslo. Check in is at 2:00pm. The remainder of the day is yours for discovering the city at your own pace.

As the hotel is in the city center, only a 10-minute walk from city hall and the harbor, you may enjoy a leisurely stroll on your own around Aker Brygge and Tjuvholmen, a popular area with plenty of restaurants.

Day 2

Following breakfast, you will drive through the City Center to the famed Oslo Opera House. Designed by the Norwegian firm Snøhetta, the contemporary marble-and-glass building is a work of art that has won countless awards. Pausing long enough for photos from the roof of the opera house (outside visit), you will enjoy a spectacular view of the surrounding Bjøvika neighborhood.

Then, it’s on to the Vigeland Sculpture Park, an 80-acre green oasis with more than 200 bronze and granite sculptures of the human form in various positions. Commissioned by the city of Oslo, Norwegian sculptor Gustav Vigeland created the sculpture park over a period of 20 years. “The Monolith,” a highly symbolic piece with 121 intertwined human bodies, is the centerpiece and took more than 14 years to create.

Note: you will have approximately 1 km of walking here.

Continuing, you will drive to the Holmenkollen Ski Jump, a towering monument of steel and concrete that opened in 2010 for competitive ski jumping. From the top, you will enjoy a magnificent view of Oslo, the fjord and surrounding islands.

Following lunch, you will drive on to the Norwegian Open-Air Museum on the peninsula of Bygdøy. The exhibits reflect the daily life and living conditions in Norway from the 16th century to present time. More than 150 buildings from various parts of the country are displayed, including the 12th-century Stave Churches and an entire street depicting life in the year 1865.

You will next visit the Maritime Museum which houses the 9th century Viking boat from the largest Gokstad Viking ship findings along with a wide range of Norwegian maritime cultural heritage including the country's oldest vessel (2200 years old).

View a new exhibition where ship builders will be reconstructing one of the smaller Viking boats from the “Gokstad” discovery using scientific and experimental methods that can provide unknown knowledge about the Vikings’ vessels.

This evening, enjoy a stroll around the city and a taste of some of the best Norwegian beers, cheeses and cured meats.

The first stop will be the most haunted place in Oslo, the Akershus Fortress, from where you’ll follow the ghosts to the center of medieval Christiania. The tour then continues with a stroll around the City Hall and its beautifully decorated entrance where you’ll learn more about Norse mythology.

Leaving the old times behind, the second part of our tour is dedicated to Norway’s modern history and culture which is highlighted by such sights as the Parliament building, National Theatre and the Royal Palace.

Conclude the evening with a 30-45-minute tasting session that includes 3 beer samples, Norwegian akvavit and a selection of traditional Norwegian cheeses and cured meat” In all, the evening program takes 2-2.5 hours.

Day 3

Following breakfast, embark on a second full sightseeing-day in Oslo. First the group will head towards the Peninsula of Bygdøy with visits to the Fram and Kon-Tiki Museums.

Norway is an Arctic Nation, and the "Fram" Polarmuseum, which was built in 1936, and upgraded several times in the recent years, is dedicated to the polar expeditions and the explorers Fridtjof Nansen, Roald Amundsen and Otto Sverdrup. Exhibits include photographs, film, light effects, models and displays of Historical Artefacts. Further, there is an Aurora light-show on the roof and a “Dark Walk” aiming to give an impression of polar conditions. The highlight and main exhibit is the complete polar ship “FRAM” built in 1893 – specially designed to withstand the pressure of pack-ice. This proud little ship is still the surface vessel that has sailed both furthest North – reaching 85° 57'n latitude with Nansens expedition from 1893-1896 – and furthest South reaching 78° 41's latitude with Amundsens expedition to the South Pole from 1910-1912.

The Kon Tiki Museum houses the original balsa raft used by Thor Heyerdahl and his five companions in 1947 during their voyage from Peru to Polynesia, across 3000 kilometers of ocean. Further, you will find the papyrus-boat RA II with which Tor Heyerdahl, again with his faithfully companions, successfully crossed the Atlantic Ocean in 1970. A good selection of documentary material is also on display.

After ample time to explore inside these two museums, the group will head back to town to visit the National Museum (opened late 2022) which offers a range of exhibitions showing Norwegian and international art, architecture and design. The famous “Scream” painting is always on display here among 50,000 other objects from the wide collection of Norwegian heritage. Your Oslo guide will give you a tour through this museum.

From the National Museum you will be driven up to Ekeberg, making a short photo stop at the so-called “Munch-svingen” – with an impressive view of Oslo, which is said to be the background for the famous “Scream-painting”. From Ekeberg you will start a guided walk through the privately arranged Ekeberg Scultpure Park, displaying some sculptures from famous artists all around the world, among them Rodin, Dali, Renoir, Henry, Hirst and many more.

Your bus then returns the group to your hotel and the remainder of the day is at your leisure.

Dinner is on your own.

Day 4

Following breakfast at the hotel and check out (don’t forget to settle any incidentals before departing), transfer to the pier to board a public sightseeing boat for a cruise along the Oslofjord. Along the way, you will see forested islands, the fortress of Akershus, and the two towers of the Town Hall, a building inaugurated in 1950 for Oslo’s 900th anniversary.

Back at the pier, transfer to the port for embarkation.

Land Program Details Step by Step

•The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. Program times are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.

•Itineraries with the up-to-date details will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive a final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review the letter and your final itinerary carefully for further amendments.

•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.

•Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.

Extra Nights

•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 2:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.

•If you have an early-arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 2:00pm.

•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.

DAY 1

Arrive at the Oslo International Airport. Meet your driver and transfer to the Grand Hotel Oslo or similar hotel.

Check-in is 2:00pm. Although every effort will be made to have rooms available before 2:00pm, this can’t be guaranteed. For guests who arrive early you may store your belongings at Reception and begin to enjoy the facilities of the hotel or head into town to explore at your leisure.

Dinner is on your own this evening.

Meet and Greet and transfers

•Final cruise documents will be emailed 21 days prior to sailing. The local ground agent’s telephone number will be on page 1, if you can’t locate the meet-and-greet representative upon arrival. Be aware that the representative may be assisting others and may not be in sight when you first exit Customs and the luggage claim area.

•Look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and possibly your name. If in doubt, ask the airport staff to direct you to the meeting area for transfers or to page our representative.

•Meet and Greet and transfers are arranged for guests arriving on Day 1 of a land program or for extra nights booked through the cruise line and are arranged based on the flight details received by guests at least 14 days before sailing. Guests arriving independently before the program start date will not have a transfer included.

•If we have not received your flight details or your flights have changed, and the Destination Services Land Team has not been notified, then a transfer cannot be provided, and guests will be responsible for getting to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.

DAY 2

AM Breakfast at the hotel

9:00am Depart from the hotel for a city tour, with a photo stop at the Opera House (outside visit)

10:00am Visit the Vigeland Sculpture Park (approx. 1 km of walking)

11:00am Depart the Vigeland Sculpture Park

11:15am Visit the Holmenkollen Ski Jump

12:15am Depart for lunch

12:30pm Buffet lunch at a local restaurant

2:00pm Depart from the restaurant

2:30pm Tour the Norwegian Open-Air Folk Museum – guided visit

3:30pm Depart from the museum

3:45pm Tour the Maritime Museum

4:30pm Depart from the museum

4:45pm Arrive at the hotel

5:30pm Evening stroll with beer, cheeses and meat tasting (approx. 1,5 hrs)

Dinner on your own

Overnight at the Grand Hotel Oslo or similar hotel

DAY 3

AM Breakfast at the hotel

9:00am Depart from hotel by bus for a tour to the Bygdøy Peninsula

9:15am Arrive Fram Museum – guided visit & film

10:40am Depart on foot, short walk to Kon-Tiki

10:45am Arrive Kon-Tiki Museum – guided visit

11:30am Depart and drive to City Center

11:50am Arrive at the National Museum

Depending on availability – lunch at the museum’s restaurant (or as alternative somewhere downtown)

Guided tour of the museum

2:30pm Depart by bus and drive up to Munch-svingen, photo stop

3:15pm Guided walk at Ekeberg with its incredible views and sculptures from famous artists from all around the world

4:30pm Depart by bus and return to your hotel

5:00pm Arrive at your hotel

Dinner on your own

Overnight at the Grand Hotel Oslo or similar hotel

DAY 4

AM Breakfast at the hotel

9:45am Check out, settle any incidentals

10:00am Transfer from the hotel to the pier

10:30am Depart for a 2-hour cruise on the Oslofjord (non-exclusive boat)

12:30pm Arrive back at the pier and transfer to the ship

1:00pm Embarkation

Expected Weather:

As the tour covers mountain areas as well as the fjords, the temperature can vary from 5 to 30 degrees Celsius (41 to 86 Fahrenheit). Weather conditions can be sunny, windy, rainy and foggy.

What to Bring:

Weather-appropriate warm clothing is recommended, including a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and flat comfortable walking shoes.

Local Currency:

Norwegian Kroner. U.S. dollars are only accepted in souvenir shops, and credit cards are accepted almost everywhere.

Electricity:

European standard plug. We recommend bringing your own international travel adaptor if you have electronic devices.

Documents and Visa Requirements:

A valid passport is required.

Accommodations:

Grand Hotel Oslo or similar

Karl Johans gate 31, 0159 Oslo, Norway

Phone: +47 23 21 20 00

*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards guests will be notified in advance. If guests are not notified of changes before departure, then the hotel listed in this program will be used

Program Includes for guests

•3 breakfasts

•2 lunches included soft drinks

•All entrances mentioned in the itinerary

•2-hour Oslofjord cruise

•Airport to hotel transfer on Day 1

•3 nights at the Grand Hotel Oslo (or similar hotel) - Superior Room

Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.

Program Excludes for guests:

•Dinners or any other meals not listed above

•Alcoholic beverages

•Hotel incidentals including mini bar and room service

•Gratuities to drivers and guides

Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.

Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.

See Norway’s staggeringly beautiful fjords, lakes and mountains, often traveling by train and on wonderfully circuitous roads, with enlightening tours of villages in between and stops at the most historical landmarks.

Note: This program is not recommended for guests with mobility restrictions or for guests who are prone to motion sickness or cannot tolerate driving along winding, high mountain roads. Due to the nature of this program, it is not available for guests who require the use of a wheelchair.

DAY 1 – August 21, 2025

Upon arrival at the Oslo International Airport, you will be met and transferred by private vehicle to your hotel. Check in is at 3:00pm. The remainder of the day is yours for discovering the city at your own pace.

As the hotel is in the city center and only a 10-minute walk from the harbor, you may enjoy a leisurely stroll on your own around Aker Brygge and Tjuvholmen, a popular area with plenty of restaurants.

DAY 2 – August 22, 2025

Following breakfast at the hotel and check-out, meet your guide and drive into the countryside to Hadeland Glassworks, where glass is still blown using traditional methods. Merchandise ranging from wine glasses to decorative arts is all produced by hand on the premises. Depending on the day, you might be able to try blowing some glass yourself.

After lunch you will head north, passing beautiful lake Mjøsa on the way to Lillehammer, site of the 1994 Winter Olympics. Upon arrival you will visit the open-air museum Maihaugen, which boasts a collection of nearly 200 historical buildings from different eras.

Before checking in for the night, you will enjoy an enlightening drive around Lillehammer, passing landmarks such as the Lillehammer Museum of Art and the Norwegian Olympic Museum.

After checking in at your hotel, the evening is at leisure with dinner on your own. Your guide will share recommendations on where you may grab a bite to eat. There are some lovely restaurants just a short five-minute walk from your hotel. A unique suggestion is “Bryggerikjelleren”.

Note: The hotel is a small and intimate boutique hotel located in the heart of Lillehammer. The hotel was fully renovated in 2021 and although quite comfortable, it is not considered a luxury hotel. The hotel used to be a mill and the hotel rooms were once used for grain storage, in fact they call their rooms grain chambers. At the top of the hotel you will find Toppen Bar, renowned as the best cocktail bar in Lillehammer.

DAY 3 – August 23, 2025

After breakfast and check out, continue the drive north towards Dombås. From there you will head west towards the coast, passing through the Rauma valley with spectacular scenery on both sides.

Upon arrival to Åndalsnes, hop aboard the Romsdalen Gondola and head up the mountain, 1679 meters above sea level. Here you will enjoy a two-course lunch and have time to take a short stroll or just simply take in the gorgeous views.

Once you are back down, continue by bus following the coastal road towards the Art Noveau town of Ålesund. En route you will stop at the Skodje bridges where you can take an optional walk over the two old cobblestone bridges which were built between 1916-1919.

Upon arrival to your hotel in Ålesund, enjoy a short, guided tour of the centre of town with your guide and then the evening is at leisure with dinner on your own.

You may wish to visit the landmark of Ålesund which is Aksla Viewpoint from where you have the most beautiful view over the town and the islands. The walk up and down consists of 418 steps each way but as an alternative you could hire a taxi. Unfortunately, busses are not permitted to drive to the top.

DAY 4 – August 24, 2025

This day is filled with highlights and as such requires an early start!

Your first stop after departing the hotel will be at the outer islands. Pass through the sub-sea-tunnel to the island Godøy and the landmark Alnes Lighthouse. The combination of Norwegian coastal nature with the ocean and a beautifully landscaped cultural monument have made this attraction a popular spot for tourists alike.

Here you will have enough time for a walk, to climb the stairs up to the top of the lighthouse and to enjoy a coffee break at the nearby Visitor Centre.

After catching a glimpse of the Atlantic Ocean, return inland. During this two-hour drive you will experience the first (out of three) ferry-crossings of the day. Ferries are essential for the inhabitants of this region, and some say that there is nothing more typical Norwegian, than taking a ferry.

While Geirangerfjord is often said to be the most beautiful, many Norwegians think that Hjørundfjord is even more spectacular. And that is where you are heading next. Upon arrival visit the Sagastad Hotel and Restaurant, where lunch awaits you.

A short ferry-crossing from Lekneset to Sæbø will take you to the other side of Hjørundfjord, from where you continue your journey towards Hellesylt.

Once the group boards the ferry to Geiranger, there is time to sit and relax. During the one-hour journey take in the beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage Site as you pass the famous waterfalls and mountain farms.

Upon arrival to Geiranger, you will make another detour up to the Eagles Bend viewpoint, before checking in at your hotel where dinner will be served.

DAY 5 – August 25, 2025

While the day prior was all about the coast and the fjords, today will be all about the mountains and you will start with the highest!

Proceed from sea-level up to 1500 meters in the bus. En route to Dalsnibba Skywalk you will make a stop at Flydalsjuvet viewpoint, perhaps the most famous postcard-image of Norway.

Continue further inland in an eastern direction, passing through typical Norwegian highland landscape on your way to Lom, where the group will enjoy lunch.

Lunch is followed by a drive through the most spectacular mountain scenery Norway has to offer, following the Sognefjell mountain road. This mountain pass is the highest in Northern Europe and has been awarded the status of National Tourist Route because of the spectacular and wild scenery, especially the section within Jotunheimen National Park.

Return to sea level and visit the Urnes Stave Church, the oldest of Norway`s stave churches. This UNESCO World Heritage site church was built around 1130 AD, but the distinctive carvings on the north portal are from an even older church. Samples taken from the base timbers show that the timber was felled between 1129 and 1131.

After two more ferry-crossings and a drive along Norway`s longest fjord, Sognefjord, you will arrive to your historical hotel in Balestrand, where you will dine and spend the evening.

DAY 6 – August 26, 2025

After leaving Balestrand, take the ferry from Dragsvik crossing Sognefjord to Vangsnes.

From there you will once more climb into the mountains as the road takes you past Vik up into the Vikafjell mountains and down again to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Nærøyfjord, the “narrow fjord”. In Gudvangen, located at the end of Nærøyfjord, you will stop for a coffee break, before heading through the tunnel over to Flåm.

Hop aboard the Flåm Railway, locally called Flåmsbana. The scenery will become even more dramatic, as the railway is one of steepest in the world. You can expect to see roaring rivers carving their ways through steep gorges, waterfalls spilling over mountainsides and tiny farms clinging to the slopes. It will be one incredible vista after another.

After roughly an hour you will arrive to Myrdal station where you will change to the Bergen-Oslo Railway. During the five-hour train-journey towards Oslo you will first pass through the mountain highlands of Hardangervidda before the scenery becomes greener and eventually you will pass through Norwegian farmland and on into the capital of Norway. A boxed lunch is included on the train.

From the Oslo train station, it is a short walk across the street to your hotel.

Dinner and reminder of the day will be on your own.

Day 7 - August 27, 2025

After breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will head for the Vigeland Sculpture Park, an 80-acre green oasis with more than 200 bronze and granite sculptures of the human form in various positions. Commissioned by the city of Oslo, Norwegian sculptor Gustav Vigeland created the sculpture park over a period of 20 years. “The Monolith,” a highly symbolic piece with 121 intertwined human bodies, is the centerpiece and took more than 14 years to create.

Continuing on, you will drive to the Holmenkollen Ski Jump, a towering monument of steel and concrete that opened in 2010 for competitive ski jumping. From the top, you will enjoy a magnificent view of Oslo, the fjord and surrounding islands. NOTE: There could be long lines to the viewpoint.

Upon reaching Bygdøy Peninsula, you will find the Fram Museum. Fram is the strongest wooden ship ever built and still holds the records for sailing farthest north and farthest south (both North pole and Antarctica). At the Fram Museum you can come on board the ship and see how the crew and their dogs managed to survive in the coldest and most dangerous places on earth.

Later in the afternoon, you will arrive at the port and board the cruise ship.

Land Program Details Step by Step

•The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. Program times are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.

•Itineraries with the up-to-date details will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive a final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review the letter and your final itinerary carefully for further amendments.

•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.

•Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.

Extra Nights

•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program

•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 3:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.

•If you have an early-arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 3:00pm.

•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.

DAY 1

Arrive at the airport in Oslo and transfer to your hotel

Enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure with lunch and dinner on your own

3:00pm Check in time at the hotel

Overnight at the Amerikalinjen Hotel or similar

Meet and Greet and transfers

•Final cruise documents will be emailed 21 days prior to sailing. The local ground agent’s telephone number will be on page 1, if you can’t locate the meet-and-greet representative upon arrival. Be aware that the representative may be assisting others and may not be in sight when you first exit Customs and the luggage claim area.

•Look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and possibly your name. If in doubt, ask the airport staff to direct you to the meeting area for transfers or to page our representative.

•Meet and Greet and transfers are arranged for guests arriving on Day 1 of a land program or for extra nights booked through the cruise line and are arranged based on the flight details received by guests at least 14 days before sailing. Guests arriving independently before the program start date will not have a transfer included.

•If we have not received your flight details or your flights have changed, and the Destination Services Land Team has not been notified, then a transfer cannot be provided, and guests will be responsible for getting to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.

Day 2

8:00am Breakfast at the hotel

9:00am Depart and drive to Hadeland

10:30am Arrive Hadeland, visit the Glass Factory

11:30am Lunch and free time

12:45pm Depart Hadeland and drive via Røa and Gjøvik to Lillehammer

3:00pm Arrive to Maihaugen, open air museum visit

4:00pm City sightseeing in Lillehammer including Ski Jump

5:00pm Check in to your hotel, dinner on your own

Overnight at Aksjemøllen Hotel or similar

Day 3

7:30am Breakfast at the hotel

8:30am Depart and drive to Åndalsnes

Photostop at Trollwall and several comfort and photo stops along the way

1:00pm Arrive in Åndalsnes

1:15pm Take the Romsdalen Gondola and enjoy lunch at the top

3:00pm Drive towards Ålesund along the coastline

4:15pm Photo stop and walk (optional) over Skodje bridges

5:00pm Arrive to Ålesund and check in at your hotel

5:30pm Optional guided walk through the Art Noveau Center of Ålesund

6:30pm Reminder of your day at your leisure with dinner on your own

Overnight at Brosundet Hotel or similar

Day 4 – timings are subject to change based on the ferry schedules

7:30am Breakfast at the hotel

8:30am Drive through sub-sea-tunnel to the outer islands

9:15am Arrive to Alnes Lighthouse for a visit and coffee break

10:30am Drive back to Ålesund and continue along the fjord to Solavågen

Short ferry-crossing over to Festøya and then drive to Sæbø

1:00pm Arrive to Sagastad Restaurant or similar venue for lunch

2:45pm Ferry-crossing over Hjørundfjord from Sæbø to Lekneset

3:00pm Continue from Lekneset to Hellesylt

3:40pm Arrive in Hellesylt

3:50pm Board a ferry for a cruise to Geiranger

5:00pm Arrive Geiranger and drive to Eagles Bend for a photo stop

5:45pm Check in and dinner at the hotel

Overnight at Union Hotel or similar

Day 5 – timings are subject to change based on the ferry schedules

7:30am Breakfast at your hotel

8:30am Drive to Dalsnibba, photo stop at Flydalsjuvet

9:30am Arrive at Dalsnibba Skywalk – free time

10:00am Depart Dalsnibba viewpoint, scenic drive inland

11:30am Lunch in Lom

12:45pm Depart and drive along the Sognefjellet national tourist road with photo stops

3:45pm Arrive to Urnes Stave Church

4:30pm Ferry-crossing Urnes-Sølvorn

Continue along Sognefjord (ferry-crossing Hella-Dragsvik) to your hotel

6:45pm Arrive in Balestrand, check in and dinner included

Overnight at Kviknes Hotel or similar

Day 6 – timings are subject to change based on the ferry and train schedules

7:00am Breakfast at your hotel

7:50am Short drive to ferry pier

8:10am Board ferry from Hella to Vagnsnes

8:45am Depart Vangsnes and drive over Vikafjell mountains to Gudvangen (photo stops along the way)

10:30am Arrive Gudvangen, coffee break

11:15am Continue to Flåm

11:35am Arrive Flåm, free time before boarding the train

12:10pm Depart by Flåm railway to Voss

1:08pm Arrive Myrdal, change of trains

1:52pm Train to Oslo including boxed lunch with coffee, tea and a soft drink

7:05pm Arrive at the Oslo train station

Short walk to your hotel

Overnight at the Amerikalinjen Hotel or similar

DAY 7

8:00am Breakfast at the hotel

10:00am Check out and City tour of Oslo

2:00pm Arrive at the port for embarkation

Hotels and Luggage

Please note that at the Aksjemøllen Hotel in Lillehammer, guests may be required to carry their own luggage to their rooms depending on availability of porters. As there is no storage available at the hotel in Oslo, all luggage will be taken on the coach for the duration of the program; however, we suggest that you pack items required for the program in one suitcase to be used throughout while any excess luggage can be stored and locked in the baggage compartment of the coach. The coach will remain with the group throughout. Please keep any valuables, medications and documents in the luggage you will use during the program.

Expected Weather

As the tour covers mountain areas as well as the fjords, the temperature can vary from 5? to 30? degrees Celsius (41? to 86? Fahrenheit). Weather conditions can be sunny, windy, rainy and foggy.

What to Bring

Weather-appropriate warm clothing is recommended, including a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and flat comfortable walking shoes.

Local Currency

Norwegian Kroner. U.S. dollars are only accepted in souvenir shops, while credit cards are accepted almost everywhere.

Electricity

European standard plugs. Bring an international travel adaptor if you have electronic devices.

Documents and Visa Requirements

A valid passport is required.

Accommodations:

Lillehammer: Aksjemøllen Hotel

Elvegata 12, 2609 Lillehammer, Norway

Phone: +47 61 05 70 80

Ålesund: Brosundet Hotel

Apotekergata 1-5, Ålesund

Phone: +47 70 10 33 00

Geiranger: Union Hotel

Geirangervegen 100, 6216

Phone: +47 70 26 83 00

Balestrand: Kviknes Hotel

Kviknevegen 8, 6899 Balestrand, Norway

Phone: +47 57 69 42 00

Oslo: Amerikalinjen Hotel

Jernbarnetorget 2, Oslo Norway

Phone: +47 21 40 59 00

*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards, and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.

Program Includes for guests

•2 nights in Oslo at the Amerikalinjen Hotel or similar, superior room

•1 night in Lillehammer at the Aksjemøllen Hotel or similar, superior room or large double with superior amenities

•1 night in Ålesund at Brosundet Hotel, superior room

•1 night in Geiranger at the Union Hotel, deluxe room with fjordview

•1 night in Balestrand at the Kviknes Hotel, room in modern building with fjord view

•6 breakfasts, 5 lunches including soft drinks, 2 coffee breaks and 2 dinners including soft drinks

•All entrances and transportation in the above itinerary

•Private airport transfer on Day 1

Please Note: Guests booking their own flights independently of the cruise line are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.

Program Excludes for guests:

•Any meals not listed above

•Beverages with alcohol

•Hotel incidentals including mini bar, laundry and room service

•Gratuities to drivers and guides

Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.

Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.

See Norway’s staggeringly beautiful fjords, lakes and mountains, often traveling by train and on wonderfully circuitous roads, with enlightening tours of villages in between and stops at the most historical landmarks.

Note: This program is not recommended for guests with mobility restrictions or for guests who are prone to motion sickness or cannot tolerate driving along winding, high mountain roads. Due to the nature of this program, it is not available for guests who require the use of a wheelchair.

DAY 1 – August 30, 2025

Disembark the ship in Oslo, meet your guide and set off for an exploration of the city.

Proceed first to the Vigeland Sculpture Park, an 80-acre green oasis with more than 200 bronze and granite sculptures of the human form in various positions. Commissioned by the city of Oslo, Norwegian sculptor Gustav Vigeland created the sculpture park over a period of 20 years. “The Monolith,” a highly symbolic piece with 121 intertwined human bodies, is the centerpiece and took more than 14 years to create.

Continuing on, you will drive to the Holmenkollen Ski Jump, a towering monument of steel and concrete that opened in 2010 for competitive ski jumping. From the top, you will enjoy a magnificent view of Oslo, the fjord and surrounding islands. NOTE: There could be long lines to the viewpoint.

Upon reaching Bygdøy Peninsula, you will find the Fram Museum. Fram is the strongest wooden ship ever built and still holds the records for sailing farthest north and farthest south (both North pole and Antarctica). At the Fram Museum you can come on board the ship and see how the crew and their dogs managed to survive in the coldest and most dangerous places on earth.

Later in the afternoon, you will arrive back in the city center to check-in to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at your leisure and dinner is on your own.

As the hotel is in the city center and only a 10-minute walk from the harbor, you may enjoy a leisurely stroll on your own around Aker Brygge and Tjuvholmen, a popular area with plenty of restaurants.

DAY 2 – August 31, 2025

Following breakfast at the hotel and check-out, the group will walk over to the train station which is across the street from your hotel. Take the morning train from Oslo through the breathtaking countryside to Myrdal, where you will hop aboard the Flåm Railway, locally called Flåmsbana.

The scenery will become even more dramatic, as the railway is one of steepest in the world. You can expect to see roaring rivers carving their ways through steep gorges, waterfalls spilling over mountainsides and tiny farms clinging to the slopes. It will be one incredible vista after another. A boxed lunch is included on the train.

After some free time in Flåm for picture taking, board your bus and drive through the tunnel to Gudvangen, located at the end of the UNESCO World Heritage listed Nærøyfjord, the “narrow fjord”. Between the towering mountain walls on both sides, enjoy a coffee break and some time to stretch your legs.

To reach the final destination of the day, it will be necessary to cross the mountains of Vikafjell. Travel from sea-level up to 1067 meters and back down again to Vangsnes. By ferry then, you will cross over Norways longest fjord, Sognefjord, before arriving to Balestrand, where you will have dinner and spend the night at a historic hotel.

Note: Early this morning, your luggage will be collected at the hotel and taken by bus to Flåm. Please refer to the Welcome Letter that you receive for the pick- up time which will be much earlier than your check out time. If guests do not have the luggage ready in time it will have to be carried on the subway and the train (there are no porters to assist so guests will be responsible for carrying their own luggage onto and off of the train).

DAY 3 – September 1, 2025

After breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will take the ferry back across Sognefjord to the Urnes Stave Church, the oldest of Norway’s stave churches.

This UNESCO World Heritage site church was built around 1130 AD, but the distinctive carvings on the north portal are from an even older church. Samples taken from the base timbers show that the timber was felled between 1129 and 1131.

You will then follow an immensely picturesque route that crosses the Sognefjell mountains between Luster and Lom. This mountain pass is the highest in Northern Europe and has been awarded the status of National Tourist Route because of the spectacular and wild scenery, especially the section in the Jotunheimen National Park.

In time, you will arrive in Lom for a leisurely lunch. Continuing on, you will drive to Geiranger with occasional stops along the way for photos of sights such as Mount Dalsnibba. At the Flydalsjuvet lookout, take in the stunning views of the fjord and Geiranger, where you will spend the night. Dinner will be served at the hotel with the remainder of the evening at your leisure.

DAY 4 – September 2, 2025

Following breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will board the ferry from Geiranger to Hellesylt and enjoy a one-hour cruise through the UNESCO world heritage Geirangerfjord, passing the famous waterfalls.

After arriving Hellesylt, make a short detour to the viewpoint Ljøen, from where you can look back into the Geirangerfjord and admire its beauty once again.

While Geirangerfjord is often said to be the most beautiful, many Norwegians think that Hjørundfjord is even more spectacular, and this is where you will visit next. At the end of the fjord there will be another ferry crossing to Sæbø where lunch awaits you at the Sagastad Restaurant.

After lunch, sit back and relax during the two-hour drive which promises more beautiful scenery. Another ferry crossing will bring you to Ålesund. Before checking in to your hotel, pass through the sub-sea-tunnel to the outer islands and the landmark Alnes Lighthouse. The combination of Norwegian coastal nature with the ocean and a beautifully landscaped cultural monument have made this attraction a popular spot for tourists alike.

You will have enough time for a walk, to climb the stairs to the top of the lighthouse and to enjoy a coffee break at the nearby Visitor Centre.

Upon arrival to your hotel in Ålesund, your guide will give you a short explanation of what to see and do in the evening as well as tips for where to have dinner.

You may wish to visit the landmark of Ålesund which is Aksla Viewpoint from where you have the most beautiful view over the town and the islands. The walk up and down consists of 418 steps each way but as an alternative you could hire a taxi. Unfortunately, busses are not permitted to drive to the top.

DAY 5 – September 3, 2025

After breakfast the next morning, your guide will take you on a one-hour leisurely walking tour through the center of Ålesund, famous for its Art Noveau Arcitecture before boarding the bus again for the drive to Åndalsnes. En-route stop at the Skodje Bridges where you can take an optional walk over the two old cobblestone bridges which were built between 1916-1919.

In Åndalsnes, hop aboard the Romsdalen Gondola and head up the mountain to 1679 meters above sea level. Here you will enjoy a two-course lunch and time to take in the stunning views. Once you are back down, continue by bus passing through more breathtaking mountain scenery with the winding Rauma River in sight at times.

Once you reach Lillehammer, site of the 1994 Winter Olympics, check-in to your hotel. The evening is at leisure with dinner on own. Your guide can share recommendations on where to dine. In fact, there are some lovely restaurants withing a five-minute walk from the hotel, a unique option being “Bryggerikjelleren”.

Note: The hotel is a small and intimate boutique hotel located in the heart of Lillehammer. The hotel was fully renovated in 2021 and although quite comfortable, it is not considered a luxury hotel. The hotel used to be a mill and the hotel rooms were once used for grain storage, in fact they call their rooms grain chambers. At the top of the hotel you will find Toppen Bar, renowned as the best cocktail bar in Lillehammer.

DAY 6 – September 4, 2025

Following breakfast at the hotel and check out, take an enlightening drive around Lillehammer, passing landmarks such as the Lillehammer Museum of Art and the Norwegian Olympic Museum. Time will also be included to browse the open-air museum Maihaugen, which boasts a collection of nearly 200 historical buildings from different eras.

Continuing into the countryside, you will pass beautiful Lake Mjøsa on the way to Hadeland Glassworks, where glass is still blown using traditional methods. Merchandise ranging from wine glasses to decorative arts is all produced by hand on the premises. Depending on the day, you might be able to try blowing some glass yourself.

Upon reaching Oslo, you will check-in to your hotel for the evening. The remainder of the day will be at your leisure with dinner on your own

Day 7 – September 5, 2025

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Check out and transfer (private vehicle) to the airport based on your flight details.

Check out time is at 11:00am. For guests with late flights, you may store your luggage at Reception until your transfer time.

Land Program Details Step by Step:

•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. All program timings are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.

•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.

•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.

•A departure transfer is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program.

DAY 1

9:30am Disembark the ship in Oslo

10:00am Depart for a city tour of Oslo including Vigeland Sculpture Park, Holmenkollen Ski Jump and the Fram Museum

2:00pm Approximate arrival time at the hotel

Lunch at leisure, on own

3:00pm Check-in time at the hotel

Remainder of the day is at your leisure

Dinner on your own

Overnight at the Amerikalinjen Hotel or similar

Day 2 – timing subject to change based on train and ferry schedules

7:00am Breakfast at the hotel

8:00am Check-out and short walk to the train station

8:25am Ride the train to Oslo-Myrdal

1:00pm Arrive in Myrdal and board the Flåm Railway

1:27pm Ride the Flåm Railway including a boxed-lunch

2:25pm Arrive in Flåm and enjoy free time

3:00pm Board the bus in Flåm and drive through tunnel to Gudvangen

3:20pm Arrive Gudvangen, coffee break

4:00pm Depart Gudvangen and drive over Vikafjell mountains to Vangsnes

5:45pm Ferry-crossing Vagsnes-Dragsvik

6:20pm Arrive Dragsvik – short drive to your hotel

6:40pm Check-in, dinner included

Overnight at Kviknes Hotel or similar

Day 3 – timing subject to change based on ferry schedules

7:00am Breakfast at the hotel

7:45am Drive to Urnes Stave Church with ferry crossings

10:00am Visit Urnes Stave Church

10:30am Drive to Lom along the Sognefjellet national tourist road with photo stops

1:30pm Lunch in Lom

3:00pm Drive to Dalsnibba

4:30pm Photo stop in Dalsnibba

4:50pm Transfer to the hotel with a photo stop at Flydalsjuvet

5:45pm Check in and dinner included at the hotel

Overnight at the Union Hotel

DAY 4 – timing subject to change based on ferry schedules

8:00am Breakfast at the hotel

9:10am Depart and short drive to ferry pier

9:30am Cruise by ferry through Geirangerfjord to Hellesylt

10:40am Arrive to Hellesylt, drive to Ljøen viewpoint

10:55am Photostop at Ljøen viewpoint overlooking Geirangerfjord

11:10am Depart and drive towards Hjørundfjord and Lekneset

11:50am Arrive Lekneset, board ferry

12:00pm Ferry-crossing Lekneset – Sæbø

12:15pm Arrive Sæbø – lunch at Sagafjord Restaurant or similar venue

2:00pm Depart and drive towards Ålesund – ferry-crossing Festøya-Solavågen en route

4:30pm Arrive to Alnes Lighthouse – visit and coffee break as well as free time

5:45pm Depart and return drive to Ålesund

6:15pm Arrive to Ålesund and check in at your hotel, dinner on own

Overnight at Brosundet Hotel or similar

Day 5

7:30am Breakfast at the hotel

8:30am Enjoy a short, guided walk through the city center of Ålesund

9:30am Depart Ålesund and drive to Skodje bridges

10:00am Photo stop and walk over Skodje brdiges

10:45am Depart and continue to Åndalsnes

12:00pm Arrive Åndalsnes

12:15pm Take the Romsdalen gondola and enjoy a two-course lunch at the top

2:00pm Drive to Lillehammer, photo stop at Trollwall and several comfort and photo stops en-route

6:30pm Arrive in Lillehammer

Check in at your hotel, dinner on your own

Overnight at Aksjemøllen Hotel or similar

DAY 6

8:00am Breakfast at the hotel

9:00am City sightseeing including the ski Jump en-route to Maihaugen

10:00am Visit Maihaugen

11:00am Drive to Hadeland

1:00pm Arrive at Hadeland and enjoy lunch

2:00pm Visit the glass factory

3:00pm Depart for Oslo

4:30pm Arrive at your hotel

Remainder of the day at your leisure

Dinner on your own

Overnight at the Amerikalinjen Hotel or similar

DAY 7

AM Breakfast at the hotel

12:00pm Check out time at the hotel

Private transfer to the Airport based on your flight time. Should you have a late flight, luggage storage is available at the hotel.

Extra Nights:

•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the same hotel used on the LAST NIGHT of your program.

•When you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 12:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 7 of your program.

Transfers:

•All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.

•Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.

•Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 12:00pm. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.

Hotels and Luggage

Please note that at the Aksjemøllen Hotel in Lillehammer, guests may be required to carry their own luggage to their rooms depending on availability of porters. As there is no storage available at the hotel in Oslo, all luggage will be taken on the coach for the duration of the program; however, we suggest that you pack items required for the program in one suitcase to be used throughout while any excess luggage can be stored and locked in the baggage compartment of the coach. The coach will remain with the group throughout. Please keep any valuables, medications and documents in the luggage you will use during the program.

Expected Weather

As the tour covers mountain areas as well as the fjords, the temperature can vary from 5? to 30? degrees Celsius (41? to 86? Fahrenheit). Weather conditions can be sunny, windy, rainy and foggy.

What to Bring

Weather-appropriate warm clothing is recommended, including a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and flat comfortable walking shoes.

Local Currency

Norwegian Kroner. U.S. dollars are only accepted in souvenir shops, while credit cards are accepted almost everywhere.

Electricity

European standard plugs. Bring an international travel adaptor if you have electronic devices.

Documents and Visa Requirements

A valid passport is required.

Accommodations:

Oslo: Amerikalinjen Hotel

Jernbarnetorget 2, Oslo Norway

Phone: +47 21 40 59 00

Balestrand: Kviknes Hotel

Kviknevegen 8, 6899 Balestrand, Norway

Phone: +47 57 69 42 00

Geiranger: Union Hotel

Geirangervegen 100, 6216

Phone: +47 70 26 83 00

Ålesund: Brosundet Hotel

Apotekergata 1-5, Ålesund

Phone: +47 70 10 33 00

Lillehammer: Aksjemøllen Hotel

Elvegata 12, 2609 Lillehammer, Norway

Phone: +47 61 05 70 80

*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards, and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.

Program Includes for guests

•2 nights in Oslo at the Amerikalinjen Hotel or similar, superior room

•1 night in Balestrand at the Kviknes Hotel, room in modern building with fjord view

•1 night in Geiranger at the Union Hotel, deluxe room with fjordview

•1 night in Ålesund at Brosundet Hotel, superior room

•1 night in Lillehammer at the Aksjemøllen Hotel or similar, superior room or large double with superior amenities

•6 breakfasts, 5 lunches including soft drinks, 2 coffee breaks and 2 dinners including soft drinks

•All entrances and transportation in the above itinerary

•Private airport transfer on Day 7

Please Note: Guests booking their own flights independently of the cruise line are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.

Program Excludes for guests:

•Any meals not listed above

•Beverages with alcohol

•Hotel incidentals including mini bar, laundry and room service

•Gratuities to drivers and guides

Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.

Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.