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This is where nature has shaped its most majestic masterpieces… Majestic fjords bordered by monumental cliffs cutting into the coastline of the North Sea, legendary lands featuring fascinating fauna, vertiginous waterfalls tumbling from immense rock walls. Norway will open its doors to you for a unique 8-day journey from Bergen to Oslo, through these ancestral lands, home to myths, conquest and geological wonders.
The seven mountains overlooking the old town and the Hanseatic wharf, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in Norway’s former capital (in the 12th and 13th centuries) grow distant. You will head out to sea, sailing south for the charming city of Alesund. Fall in love with the Art Nouveau architecture of this historic city, which is surrounded by a ring of rocky islets, enchanting fjord inlets and majestic mountains. It lies anchored opposite Giske, the home island of Rollo, the great Viking chieftain renowned for his many Nordic expeditions to Normandy.
The fjords region, the highlight of your odyssey, is approaching. Beneath a misty sky, you will see the imposing dark rock walls of these natural wonders, whose calm waters were explored by Viking drakkars almost ten centuries ago. These geological treasures will immerse you in a universe that is as inhospitable as it is captivating. Hellesylt and its impressive cliffs with their vertiginous waterfalls; Geiranger and its legendary fjord, the only one to be a UNESCO World Heritage Site; Olden and its closeness to the Jostedalsbreen National Park, which is home to the Briksdal Glacier, one of the last ice caps in Europe; Lysefjorden and its mythical Preikestolen, a majestic pulpit-shaped cliff: these all offer a unique, stunning and unforgettable experience.
You will now set sail south for the historic and wild southern tip of Norway. In Stavanger, plunge into the fantastic universe of the legendary and emblematic Vikings, who were explorers and traders but also pirates. Here, an immersion into the Iron Age awaits; you will discover the ancestral traditions of these larger-than-life characters as you visit a reconstructed traditional village or emblematic sites. Then, in Arendal, once known as the Venice of the North because of its many canals, you may take the time to contemplate this intact and preserved immense space, composed of conifer forests and long pebble beaches ; these bear testimony to the retreat of a huge glacier, around 12,000 years ago, which left an enormous amount of rock behind.
For its grand finale, your enchanting journey will end in Oslo, the Norwegian capital, a city buzzing with singular energy.
Ref : EU030723
A unique cruise discovering ancestral Viking heritage and exploring the most emblematic fjords in Norway. UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Geirangerfjord, Bergen and the Hanseatic port of Bryggen (embarkation...
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Ideal clothes for life on board:
During the days spent on board, you are advised to wear comfortable clothes or casual outfits. The entire ship is air-conditioned, so a light sweater, a light jacket or a shawl may be necessary. When moving about in the public areas of the ship and the decks, light but comfortable shoes are recommended.
Informal evening:
In the evening, you are advised to wear smart-casual attire, especially when dining in our restaurants where wearing shorts and tee-shirts is not allowed.
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Officer’s evening:
For all cruises longer than 8 nights, an Officer’s Evening with a white dress code may be organized. Therefore, we encourage you to bring a stylish white outfit for the occasion (otherwise black and white).
Gala evening:
During the cruise, two gala evenings will be organised on board. Thus, we recommend that you bring one or two formal outfits.
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SHOP:
A small shop is available on board offering a wide range of outfits, jewellery, leather goods and many accessories.
A laundry service (washing/ironing) is available on board, but unfortunately there are no dry cleaning services. For safety reasons, your cabin is not equipped with an iron.
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In your hand luggage, remember to bring any medicines that you need, and possibly a small spare bag of toiletries (in case of delay in the delivery of your baggage by the airline). Remember to always have your travel documents with you in case you need them: hotel vouchers, cruise vouchers, return flight tickets... Never leave them in your hold luggage.
All our cabins have a safe. We recommend not to go ashore with valuable jewellery.
PONANT activities
Embarkation 3/7/2023 From 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Departure 3/7/2023 at 8:00 pm
Located at the end of Byfjord, Bergen was the capital of Norway in the 12th and 13th Centuries and has preserved some very beautiful monuments from the time when it was home to royalty. Wandering through Bergen’s streets means going back in time, in search of the hidden treasures that have been listed as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. A veritable openair museum, Bergen is home to a thriving artistic community of painters, potters, jewellers. The Bergen cable car offers you a splendid panorama over the port and the surrounding fjords. Do not miss the visit to the old quarter with its narrow streets, a testimony of the power of the hanseatic League that controlled trade in Northern Europe at the end of the Middle Ages.
Arrival 4/7/2023 midday
Departure 4/7/2023 early evening
Surrounded by a multitude of islands, fjords and majestic mountains, the town of Ålesund surprises many visitors. In fact, it is internationally renowned for its Art nouveau architecture. After the terrible fire of 1904 which reduced a large part of the town to ashes, Norwegian architects inspired by the Art nouveau style contributed to its reconstruction, with a very picturesque result. Not far from Ålesund, you will also discover Giske, the native island of Rollon, the great Viking leader who commanded the Norse expeditions to Normandy, or the beautiful island of Godoy and the village of Alnes, which offers a grandiose panorama over the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding islands.
Arrival 5/7/2023 early morning
Departure 5/7/2023 midday
A must-see stopover in Norway, located halfway between Bergen and Trondheim, Geiranger offers the stunning beauty of a natural decor, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. You will be able to admire the splendour of the sheer cliffs, dark rocks and crystal-clear water that make the place famous, like the majestic and mythical Seven Sisters waterfall. The sides of the fjord offer many possibilities for hiking: the Eagle’s Road takes you up to a steep stretch offering a gorgeous panoramic view. A visit to Geiranger village will immerse you in the rhythm of life in the little local community.
Arrival 5/7/2023 early afternoon
Departure 5/7/2023 late afternoon
Hellesylt is a small village located 20 kilometres from the Geiranger site. Here, you’ll get a taste of a traditional Norwegian village. Colourful houses, wooden walkways, rustic stalls where you can have a refreshment before heading off to discover more of the local colour. The surroundings are simply magnificent with cliffs, mountains and lakes with peaceful waters. The village is crossed by a river whose charming cascade tumbles into the fjord waters.
Arrival 6/7/2023 early morning
Departure 6/7/2023 midday
With its two wooden churches, one red and the other white, plus its breathtaking view of the mouth of the river Oldeelva, Olden looks just like a picture post card. Located a few kilometres from the Jostedalsbreen park, home to one of the last glacier polar icecaps, this little village is a definite must for exploring the blue languages of the Briksdal or Kjennalen glaciers. Make sure you find some time to visit the Norwegian Glacier Museum. Absolutely amazing. Another gem is lake Lovatn and its turquoise waters inviting you to quiet contemplation.
Arrival 7/7/2023 early morning
Departure 7/7/2023 early afternoon
At the far end of the country, stands the harbour town of Stavanger, with its warm, friendly atmosphere. A friendliness you’ll notice in the little old town cobbled streets, which has some 170 old wooden houses, as well as in its modern city centre, always bustling. Strategic place during the Viking era, you will be able to discover a recreated traditional village as well as the famous Swords in Rock, three granite swords standing 10 metres (33 ft) tall, symbolising the last victory of the King of Norway Harald I, in 872.
Arrival 7/7/2023 mid afternoon
Departure 7/7/2023 mid afternoon
You will sail into the heart of one of Norway’s most breathtaking fjords, its marvellous décor dominated by pristine nature, between vertiginous granite cliffs, crystal-clear waters and luxuriant vegetation. Very close to Stavanger, the quiet waters of Lysefjorden stretch out over around forty kilometres, beneath impressive rocks. Admire the world-famous site of Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock), a majestic cliff in the shape of a pulpit that rises to more than 600 metres above the waters. A bit further on, Flørli, from the top of its 4,444 steps, is the world’s longest wooden stairway, whereas the Kjerag, with its mythical boulder wedged between two rock faces, provides an unusual and unforgettable spectacle.
Arrival 8/7/2023 midday
Departure 8/7/2023 early evening
A port city located on Norway’s southern coast, Arendal is considered as the municipality enjoying the best climate in the country. This town in the Sorlandet region has also long been renowned for its iron ore mines: their operation in the 19th century produced a particularly resistant magnetite ore. The Raet National Park, the only protected area on the eastern coast of Norway, is not far away; here, you will fall in love with its raw nature, with silver and emerald reflections, dotted with immense coniferous forests and long pebble beaches.
Arrival 9/7/2023 early morning
Departure 9/7/2023 early afternoon
Nestling on the western coast of Sweden, at the junction of the Göta River and the Kattegat sea area, Gothenburg enchants and surprises. Authentic and welcoming, this city of canals, edged with many green spaces, has a rich maritime history, making it Sweden’s most important port. Going beyond its commercial influence, “the cultural capital of Scandinavia” is a perfect blend of historic monuments, neo-classical architecture and eco-districts featuring modern urban spaces. In the old Haga district, you can peruse hippy-chic fashion boutiques and bohemian cafés in the ground floors of traditional wood houses. On the hills of the city, fall under the spell of the Lutheran Masthugget Church, a sumptuous 18th-century building.
Arrival 10/7/2023 early morning
Disembarkation 10/7/2023 at 8:00 am
Capital of Norway, Olso, is a green city. Its many parks and gardens make it the reputedly pleasant city it is. The 80 hectares of Vigeland sculpture parks and its 212 open air exhibitions, the Munch Museum dedicated to the life and works of the Norwegian artist Edvard Munch, plus the Akershus fortress which symbolises Oslo’s rich history, are both must-sees. For culture, the national gallery shelters the largest Norwegian collection of paintings, drawings and sculptures open to the public. And, for sports enthusiasts, the Holmenkollen district with its Ski museum and famous ski jump offer the most stunning, all-encompassing view of the city.
Guest Speaker
Aboard your ship, an English-speaking lecturer will enlighten you about the culture and history of your destination to deepen your knowledge of the origins of local traditions, the history of emblematic sites, and stories involving famous personalities and those of major historical significance. During on-board lectures or on your shore visits, this expert will be there to share their precious knowledge with you throughout your PONANT cruise.
Shore excursions, Pre/Post & Overlands
Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your transfer between the airport and your port of embarkation.
Bergen
Meet at Bergen airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT.
Continue your day with a walking tour or Bryggen, a district composed of old Hanseatic merchant buildings which had been damaged in 1702, when a disastrous fire struck the area. After the fire, they were rebuilt to look as they had during the Middle Ages. The whole area is now protected and has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The guided tour will lead you up one of the narrow alleyways running between the rows of houses. Today, artists and craftsmen have moved in.
You will then be transferred to the pier to embark on your ship.
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Your programme does not include :
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
Total : AU$290
Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Enjoy spending four days discovering Norwegian landscapes, traditions and culture along the Bergensbanen railway from Oslo to Bergen.
Day 1 - Oslo
Meet at Oslo Airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
You will be transferred to Amerikalinjen Hotel 4*.
Check-in.
The end of the day and the dinner are at leisure.
Day 2 – Oslo/Voss
After breakfast, you will walk from the hotel to Olso train station to begin your marvellous Bergen Railway journey to Voss, often described as the most beautiful train ride in the world.
You will ascend to over 4,000 feet above sea level as you cross the Hardangervidda plateau, which boasts breath-taking views. Upon your arrival in Voss, there is just a five-minute walk to the Fleischer’s Hotel where you will settle in. The village is one of West Norway's finest agricultural areas and is a well-known tourist resort and crossroads between the Sognefjord and the Hardangerfjord.
Lunch at the hotel.
After lunch, the excursion will continue by coach.
You will make your way through Norway’s sheer natural beauty to the Hardanger Juice and Cider Factory, located in the innermost part of the Hardanger Fjord at the Lekve fruit farm in Ulvik. Here you will have a guided tour of everything the farm offers. They make apple juice and cider, which has played an important role in the farm’s production since 2004. In 2009, it also began producing apple brandy. Hardanger Cider, the fairy-tale drink, is also on the menu and is still being made according to the old recipe, just using modern tools. You will get a chance to taste the produce as part of your visit.
Afterwards, you will return to the hotel for dinner.
Day 3 – Voss/Flåm/Bergen
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
You will leave the hotel in the morning by coach for a second day of exploration.
On leaving the Voss area, you will travel across several landscapes to reach Flåm. You will stop at the beautiful Tvindefoss waterfall, and also at Gudvangen at the head of the Næroyfjord, listed by UNESCO as the most beautiful fjord in the world. Flåm is 2 meters above sea level, situated in the Aurlandsfjord, a branch of the Sognefjord, and is 90 sea miles away from the North Sea. You will have some leisure time in this quiet village, before lunch in a local restaurant.
After lunch, your journey continues with the famous Flåm railway. The Flåm railway is one of the most interesting pieces of engineering in Norway. Only 20 kilometres long, it runs from sea-level Flåm station up to Myrdal with an altitude of 867 metres. Enjoy the unique and impressive views up the steep valley between towering mountains and the Kjosfossen waterfall where the water cascades between dark cliffs and the splendid panoramic views that unfold before your eyes.
Upon arrival at Myrdal station, situated on a ridge above the Flåm valley, you will change trains for a scenic trip down the Bergen Railway taking you through the beautiful West Norwegian countryside. You will pass through the Graqvhalstunnel and the picturesque Raundal Valley before reaching the beautiful Vangs Lake at Voss. You will continue on along the Voss River, well-known for its salmon fishing, and down to the Bolstadfjord to the industrial centre of Dale, followed by the narrow Sørfjord, finally arriving in Bergen.
You will be transferred to the Opus XVI Hotel 4* for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 3 – Bergen
Breakfast at the hotel and leisure time, followed by check-out.
In Bergen, which was founded in 1070 AD, you will start your guided tour of the city with a local guide at the fish market where you will enjoy lunch, and see the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bryggen, the picturesque wharf that helped put Bergen at the centre of the Hanseatic League. Explore King Haakon’s Hall, which was built between 1247 and 1261 as a royal residence and feasting hall.
For a wider view of this beautiful city, ascend Mt. Fløien via the funicular railway. From the summit, some 984 feet above sea level, enjoy spectacular views of Bergen’s seaside setting.
The tour will end at the pier for embarkation.
Your hotels:
Amerikalinjen 4*, Oslo
This is where the journey began for thousands of hopeful Norwegians, who set off for the land of opportunity with Amerikalinjen (Norwegian America Line). The headquarters of the company opened in 1919 and the iconic building was reborn 100 years later as a vibrant boutique hotel, designed for the modern explorer.
Fleischer’s Hotel 4*, Voss
In the mountains of Western Norway, in the centre of the Voss, you will find a modern hotel, with many traditions, which was built in 1889 in the popular Swiss style. Fleischer's Hotel is known for its venerable atmosphere, grand dining room and attentive host. The hotel has been serving tourists in Western Norway for more than 150 years and has thus helped build Voss as a tourist destination. It is also environmentally committed and obtained the Eco-Lighthouse Ecolabel for the first time in 2013. Its owners are passionate about sustainability and they work systematically to limit their environmental footprint.
Opus XVI Hotel 4*, Bergen
The family name of the owners, Grieg, will surely ring a bell. They are relatives of the very famous composer and pianist Edvard Grieg, who was born and died in Bergen, in 1907. The hotel has unique architecture, with the main hall and its airy appearance, solid granite walls and Ionic columns in polished marble. The building was designed by the architect Herman Schirmer and was later extended in two phases. Architect Schak Bull – who also designed the home of Edvard Grieg – was responsible for the last expansion in 1918. Wonderful beds, an excellent location and attentive service: here, you will enjoy a unique atmosphere, based on the rich heritage of Grieg and with the historic Vågsallmenningen 16 as a backdrop.
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Contact of your hotels:
Amerikalinjen hotel
Jernbanetorget 2
0154 Oslo
Norway
Telephone number: +47 21 40 59 00
Fleischer’s hotel
Evangervegen 13
5704 Voss
Norway
Telephone number: +47 56 52 05 00
Opus XVI hotel
Vågsallmenningen 16
5014 Bergen
Norway
Telephone number: +47 53 01 22 00
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
Total : AU$4,050
Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Day 1 – Bergen
Meet at Bergen Airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
You will be transferred to the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel Bergen 4*.
End of the day at leisure.
Dinner on your own.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 - Bergen
Breakfast.
Free time in the morning to rest or to wander around the centre of Bergen at your own pace. This former Hanseatic trading town beckons travellers with its cultural wealth and its position in the heart of a stunning natural site, wedged between sea and mountain.
Once you have checked out of your hotel, you will be taken to lunch at a local restaurant.
You will then set off on a guided walking tour of Bergen’s historic district. You will learn more about the history of Bryggen, which, behind its picture-postcard decor, offers a unique glimpse into the Hansa organisation that dominated Northern Europe from the 12th century to the 17th. This emblematic district is indeed dotted with old Hanseatic mercantile buildings, damaged in 1702 by a devastating fire that tore through the area. After the fire, they were rebuilt in the same style as those from the Middle Ages. The place is now entirely protected, and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The guided walking tour will lead you to one of the narrow streets winding its way through the rows of houses now occupied by artists and artisans.
You will also stop in front of some other institutions of the Hanseatic city: the fish market, the Bergenhus Fortress, and the Fløyen funicular.
You will then be transferred to the Port of Antalya to board your ship.
Your hotel:
Located in the historic district of Bryggen, the 4* Radisson Blu Royal Hotel Bergen is a modern establishment with a contemporary atmosphere. It is the ideal departure point for discovering the history of Bergen and the city’s museums, and for admiring the magical views over the Norwegian fjords from the top of Mount Fløyen. Settle in to a Superior room offering a simple yet elegant interior and a view of the city. Treat yourself to a sauna session before making your way to the hotel’s restaurant, 26th North, where the cuisine celebrates the regional products of Norway.
Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.
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Contact of your hotel:
Radisson Blu Royal Hotel Bergen
Dreggsallmenningen 1, 5003 Bergen,
Norvège
Téléphone : +47 55 54 30 00
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
Total : AU$1,050
Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your day time between your port of disembarkation and the airport.
Oslo
After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local English-speaking representative.
First, you will enjoy a guided visit of Oslo by foot, passing through the City hall, the national theatre, the Royal Palace, Karl Johan main street, university of Oslo or parliament building and Oslo opera. With your guide, you will learn more about history of the norwegian capital city, but also about its evolution through the times and the differents actions taken to be a more sustainable city.
Following this visit, you will be transferred to Fram museum, located on Bygdøy peninsula. The guided visit of this museum, inaugurated in 1936, will take you back in time to discover the great polars explorations leaded by norwegian expeditions. You will be able to embark onboard the Fram, a ship built for Fridtjof Nansen and having subsequently been used for the expeditions of Otto Sverdrup and Roald Amundsen, and whose interior is preserved in its original state of design.
You will be then transferred to the restaurant for a lunch.
After your lunch, you will be transferred to the airport in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight.
Your programme includes:
Your programme does not include:
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
In the event of schedule changes of PONANT’s selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.
Total : AU$450