Ditch the Crowds – Check Out Our Picks for Underrated Destinations
Jul 16, 2020 · By Vacations By Rail
Visit little-known destinations that offer spectacular views and unforgettable experiences that most will wish they knew about.
Read more2024 Tour code: AYJ24
About the tour
The allure of Norway is otherworldly, from its charming villages and ancient structures to its waterfalls and rugged mountains. On this 13-day expedition, enjoy glimpses of each facet of this dynamic country. Begin in Oslo, with guided touring, before moving onto the harbor town of Bergen, where wooden houses sit alongside a backdrop of towering mountains. Also in Bergen, enjoy the first of four total scenic railway excursions: the Bergen and Flåm Railroads. Moving on to Geiranger, take in views of Dalsnibba viewpoint, Europe's highest fjord, and several stunning waterfalls. Aboard the Rauma Railroad, we continue to Trondheim, a village that dates back to the 10th century. Yet another scenic journey, the Nordland Railroad takes us on a 452-mile journey across the Arctic Circle to Bodø. The views from this rail line are simply remarkable, with the landscapes looking much like they did centuries ago. Wrapping up with even more incredible scenes, the Lofoten Islands are the perfect conclusion to this idyllic journey. Imagine the possibilities and adventures to come in a country where the views are just as dramatic as the history.
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Arrive in Oslo and transfer to your hotel. Meet your group and tour manager for a welcome meeting. Take the remainder of the day to get acquainted with this waterside capital before dinner at the hotel. Overnight Oslo.
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5.0 / 5 · 1 review
Don and Susan
Submitted 26 Jun 2023
I have been waiting since pre-covid for this tour. I loved the itinerary, and the actual tour did not disappoint. It was great in every way. The hotels, the food (except for 1 ham dinner), the scheduling, the amount of activities, the buses, the trains, everything was spot on. I was pretty physically active tour, but everyone (almost all over 65) was ok. Not to forget the tour manager, Jeanette, who was just wonderful! Friendly, professional, more than capable of modifying things as needed. There was one issue with the bus, that had a mechanical issue, and Jeanette kept us informed every step of the way and got everything sorted out. We only lost about 3 hours waiting, but regained the time by reorganizing the next day's activities. Bottom line, we gained extra time to sleep in the morning and did not miss out on the boat tour in the afternoon. I liked this tour so much, I am booking another one (with a new friend from this tour) as I write this review. Great Job!
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