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Our Fjords and Lakes holidays are all about slowing down, spending quality time together and discovering incredible landscapes along the way. Every location offers something a little different for families wishing to experience the outdoors, from Slovenia's mountain beauty and Montenegro's wild coastline to Norway's spectacular fjords and Finland's peaceful lakes.
Norway offers breathtaking travel experiences across some of the most beautiful scenery in the Nordic region thanks to its tall mountains, deep blue fjords, and weaving coastline pathways. Families may take in Norway's renowned natural beauty while enjoying scenic rail trips, fjord cruises and trips to charming waterfront towns.
While Finland's quiet lake districts are perfect for reconnecting with nature, whether through forest walks, wildlife encounters, or unwinding in a traditional sauna surrounded by wilderness, Slovenia offers a slower pace, with vibrant lakes, alpine forests and charming towns that are ideal for active family adventures.
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Travel with the experts
Our Artisan Travel Experts know these destinations inside out and are always happy to help you choose the right holiday and activities for your family. Your safety and experience are at the heart of everything we do, so you can travel with confidence knowing you’re in expert hands.
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[description] => Journey to the gateway to the fjords to experience the best of Norway’s offerings; superb nature, bustling city life, and the country’s famed fjords. On this three-night trip, you’ll enjoy the perfect mix of vibrant culture with peaceful natural surroundings as you stay in both Bergen and Flåm.
Starting your trip in Bergen, at the UNESCO heritage site Bryggen, you’ll be immediately immersed in the fantastic history of the city. Later in your trip, you’ll get a chance to soak up the culture as you take part in a guided city walk to Bergen’s most iconic spots, listening to stories and soaking up spectacular views.
It wouldn’t be a Norwegian break without getting up close to the fjords that draw so many travellers here and once you see their striking beauty, you’ll see why they garner such attention. To see the fjords in all of their glory, you’ll journey to the picturesque village of Flåm with sensational views right from your hotel, but it doesn’t stop there. You’ll also experience an exciting RIB safari where you’ll speed along the fjords, discovering cascading waterfalls and looking out for wildlife along the way.
This trip is available year-round - if you’re travelling during the summer months (c.15th May-30th September), your journey from Bergen to Flam will be via catamaran and then returning on a railway journey through the mountains, which includes the scenic Flåmsbana route. If you are travelling outside of this time, you’ll enjoy the stunning railway journey both ways from Bergen.
Image Credits: Flam Guide Service, Bergen Tourist Board & Girish Chouhan, Bergen Tourist Board & Nordlandblog.com, Bergen Reiselivslag & Robin Strand, Lost in Norway.
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You’ll check into the Zander K hotel just a few minutes walk from the UNESCO heritage site Bryggen. You could stay in the hotel for your dinner tonight or your central location puts you in the perfect place to discover one of the many restaurants in the city.
We recommend arriving on an early flight today (our Travel Experts can arrange this for you) so that you can enjoy Bergen and prepare for tomorrow’s trip to Flåm, which departs early in the morning. We can of course arrange an extra night in Bergen, or Flåm, should you wish.
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Bergen train station is a 15-minute walk away from your hotel, and you can add on a taxi as an optional extra if preferred - please let us know at the time of booking, or alternatively, you can arrange this directly with the hotel when you arrive in Bergen.
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Following your time on the water, you’ll have the evening free to spend as you please in Flåm.
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You’ll be staying in the Zander K, the same as your first night and right in the heart of the city to enjoy your final night here.
[3] => Today it is sadly time for your Norwegian adventure to come to an end.
Enjoy breakfast in the hotel before we transfer you to the airport for your flight home.
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Explore some of Europe’s most beautiful waterside destinations.
Our Fjords and Lakes holidays are all about slowing down, spending quality time together and discovering incredible landscapes along the way. Every location offers something a little different for families wishing to experience the outdoors, from Slovenia's mountain beauty and Montenegro's wild coastline to Norway's spectacular fjords and Finland's peaceful lakes.
Norway offers breathtaking travel experiences across some of the most beautiful scenery in the Nordic region thanks to its tall mountains, deep blue fjords, and weaving coastline pathways. Families may take in Norway's renowned natural beauty while enjoying scenic rail trips, fjord cruises and trips to charming waterfront towns.
While Finland's quiet lake districts are perfect for reconnecting with nature, whether through forest walks, wildlife encounters, or unwinding in a traditional sauna surrounded by wilderness, Slovenia offers a slower pace, with vibrant lakes, alpine forests and charming towns that are ideal for active family adventures.
Dramatic mountains, historic coastal villages, and the Bay of Kotor are all combined in Montenegro for a slightly distinct experience. From visiting national parks and taking boat tours to just spending time by the ocean, these vacations are meant to help families create memories that last forever.
Travel with the experts
Our Artisan Travel Experts know these destinations inside out and are always happy to help you choose the right holiday and activities for your family. Your safety and experience are at the heart of everything we do, so you can travel with confidence knowing you’re in expert hands.
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