Holidays on Norway’s fjords

Holidays to Norway’s fjords: Sognefjord, Geriangerfjord and Hardangerfjord

Norway’s coastline from north to south consists of fjords of varying lengths and depths. The area known as Norway’s fjordland though sits within the region of Vestlandet and is home to the spectacular fjords of the Sognefjorden, Geirangerfjord, Lysefjorden, Hardangerfjorden and Eidfjord. The Sognefjord is Norway’s longest and deepest and is composed of five large arms with fingers, of which Naeroyfjorden is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Hardangerfjord is the most southerly of the great fjords and runs from the North Sea to the Hardangervidda Plateau. The Geirangerfjord is renowned for its dramatic, high sides and waterfalls.

The Sognefjord

The Sognefjord is Norway’s longest and deepest fjord and stretches for 204 kilometres from the coast north of the city of Bergen inland. One of the arms of the Sognefjord is the Naeroyfjorden and is on the World Heritage List as being among the most scenically outstanding anywhere. Dotted around the Sognefjord and its arms are many idyllic villages such as Solvorn, Sogndal and Balestrand. The region houses some of the country’s most charming and exclusive hotels, such as the wooden Walaker Hotel, the oldest family-run hotel in Norway and also fascinating is the book town of Fjaerland. Around the fjords you’ll also find orchards and farmland, where specialities include apples, cider, strawberries, raspberries and cherries, as well as goat cheeses and cured meats. The Utdladalen valley has Europe’s tallest free-falling water, the Vettisfossen, with a single drop of 275 metres. The area around Molden, Keipen, the Aurlandsdalen valley and the Filefjell mountain are renowned as hiking territory – there are many famous hikes of varying lengths and degrees of difficulty to try. The Sognefjord is also home to the Jostedalsbreen, the largest glacier on the European continent. Visit the Norwegian glacier museum in Fjaerland. You are also able to experience the magnificent scenery from the train; the Flåm railway is one of the most charming and scenic railway lines. The area was settled many hundreds of years ago and there are remains of Viking culture to

The Geirangerfjord

The Geirangerfjord is a UNESCO World Heritage site and abounds in majestic, snow-covered mountain peaks, wild waterfalls and steep tree-clad valleys. The Geirangerfjord is an arm of a larger fjord system that extends from Alesund inland. The fjord reaches a depth of 260 metres whilst the mountains that surround it rise to 1600-1700 metres above sea level. There are many ways to experience the region. Hike the Fosseråsa national hiking trail and pass behind the Storsaeter waterfall; rent a kayak and paddle along the fjord; take a boat cruise; or drive yourself along the hairpin roads above Geiranger such as on the Norwegian Scenic Route between Trollstigen and Geiranger. The Geirangerfjord is easily reached from Alesund and Andalsnes. The area’s natural beauty is breath-taking and the waterfalls such as The Seven Sisters, the Suitor and the Bridal Veil are all highlights not to be missed. High up above the fjord you can see traces of now abandoned farms on the mountainside.

The Hardangerfjord

The Hardangerfjord is the most southerly of the three great fjords and lies to the south of the city of Bergen. The region of the Hardangerfjord is a mixture of dramatic cliffs, viewpoints, water-based activities such as kayaking and RIB boats, glaciers, summer skiing on the Fonna glacier, canyons and cascading waterfalls. There are numerous hikes of varying degrees of difficulty and also more extreme adventure sports possible. Also, the Hardangerfjord has a gentler side and is home to some of the prettiest orchards in Norway. These are famous for their apple and cider production. There is a fruit and cider route you can follow. At the heart of the apple orchards visit the farm of Agatunet which dates from about 1220; today it hosts events, and cultural and historical exhibitions. Also in this region is the charming Baroniet Rosendal, a castle dating from the 1660s with a scenic park and rose garden.

Our fjord holidays in Norway include

● Travel arrangements with flights, ferry, rail, transfers or car-hire as required
● Flexible durations and multi-centre stays
● Accommodation in personally selected authentic local resorts
● Touring holidays
● Stay-put holidays
● Pre-booked lessons and activities

Included in all our holidays

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● Handcrafted helpful hints and local information provided with all our holidays
● Personal service by your sales consultant who looks after all aspects of your holiday
● Full financial protection with our ATOL (3076) for all holidays including a flight and our ABTOT for all non-air holidays

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Jotunheim walking path through hills

JOTUNHEIMEN NATIONAL PARK AND FJORDS TOURING HOLIDAY

11-night luxury fly-drive holiday combining stays in the Jotunheimen National Park and the Aurlandsfjord. From £2,660 per person.
Red train in valley by river with trees on hills and mountains behind Oslo to Bergen train

OSLO, THE SOGNEFJORD AND BERGEN TOURING HOLIDAY

8-night luxury touring holiday by train and boat travel visiting Oslo and the fjord towns of Balestrand and Bergen. Fly to and from Oslo. From £2,330 per person.

Geirangerfjord with pastures, mountains and tree-clad slopes

NORANGSFJORD FLY-DRIVE HOLIDAY

6-night luxury fly-drive single-centre holiday staying amidst the dramatic natural scenery of the Norangsfjord south of Alesund. From £2,620 per person.
Hotel Alexandra Loen modern hotel with balconies and blossom on trees with snow on mountain tops behind

NORWAY FJORD AND COAST EXPLORER FLY-DRIVE TOUR

11-night luxury touring holiday by car and ferry visiting Norway’s west coast fjords including the Sognefjord and Nordfjord. Stay on a fishing island and have a night on board the Hurtigruten coastal ferry. From £2,660 per person.
Wide and long fjord with tree clad sides Sognefjord

SOGNEFJORD FLY-DRIVE HOLIDAY

7-night luxury fly-drive holiday including 5 nights in the fjord town of Balestrand on the shores of the Sognefjord and two overnight stops en route. From £2,070 per person.
292 Aurland old and new building with flowers

29/2 AURLAND Aurland, Vestlandet, Norway

A traditional family-run hotel nestled amongst Norway’s fjords, offering 10 unique rooms, authentic Norwegian cuisine and a wide range of bespoke activities and excursions.

Fjaerland Fjordstove Hotell white hotel building on lake with vintage car in foreground

FJAERLAND FJORDSTOVE HOTELL Fjaerland, Vestlandet, Norway

This quaint boutique hotel with 14 rooms sits on the shores of the northern Sognefjord with stunning views across the fjord, mountains and glacier. Cosy rooms, popular local cuisine and a focus on dedicated personal service.

Hotel Alexandra Loen modern hotel with balconies and blossom on trees with snow on mountain tops behind

HOTEL ALEXANDRA Loen, Vestlandet, Norway

This is a distinctive, family-run hotel in the inner reaches of the Nordfjord with 200 traditionally Scandinavian rooms and suites. Choice of two restaurants for dinner. Bath and spa with games area.
Hotel Ullensvang Norway view of large hotel on side of water with grass and mountains

HOTEL ULLENSVANG Lofthus, Vestlandet, Norway

An historic resort hotel offering incredible views and location on the Hardangerfjord. Fjord views, two restaurants, large wellness area with outdoor pool overlooking the fjord and multiple sports and excursions on offer.
Hotel Union Geiranger

HOTEL UNION GEIRANGER Geiranger, Vestlandet

This is an historic, grand, 4-star mountain hotel overlooking the Geirangerfjord. Many rooms with fjord view, spa, indoor pool and three restaurants.
hotel union oye norway tall house with steep roof and grass and mountain

HOTEL UNION ØYE Norangsfjorden, Vestlandet, Norway

This is a boutique, historic and distinct 4-star hotel with 27 rooms in the middle of the fjords and the Sunnmøre Alps south of Alesund. Bedrooms named after kings and queens, writers and composers who have stayed here.

Exterior of white hotel building on fjord side at Kviknes hotel

KVIKNES HOTEL Balestrand, Vestlandet, Norway

4-star historic hotel dating from 1877 on the edge of the Sognefjord in the centre of pretty Balestrand. Choice of 190 modern or historic rooms. Traditional Norwegian charm with art collection.
Storfjord Hotel wooden chalet buildings in trees

STORFJORD HOTEL Skodje, Vestlandet, Norway

This is a luxury lodge hotel with 30 rooms, idyllically situated on a hillside about 40 minutes from Alesund with panoramic views of the fjord and Sunnmøre Alps. Rooms are traditionally Norwegian in style and all have views of either the fjord or the surrounding woodland.

Walaker Hotel Solvorn

WALAKER HOTEL Solvorn, Vestlandet

A charming and historic boutique hotel, in family ownership since 1690, on the shores of the Lustrafjord, a northern branch of the Sognefjord. Antique furniture, original paintings, pretty garden and fjord views, plus excellent 4-course dinner included.