Witness breathtaking Fjordland scenery including rolling hills, mountains and stunning waterfalls, as we cruise gently along the magnificent Norwegian coast. This leisurely holiday takes in the ‘Gateway of the Fjords’, Bergen and the stunning Eidfjord, from where you can visit the cascading Vøringfossen waterfall, one of Norway’s most popular natural attractions. We also visit Skjolden, which sits at the head of Norway’s longest and deepest fjord, plus spend time in the charming village of Olden on this beautiful 8-day tour.
7 days from £919 pp
We offer flexible payment options
Once you have booked your tour either online, or by telephone ( 01709 787 463 ), you have the flexibility of how you pay off the remainder of your balance. You can:
Our contact and online banking payment details will be on your confirmation invoice to remind you of your choices.
Depart 16:00.
Regional departure by coach then travel to London Tilbury to join your cruise ship.
If you would rather drive to the port yourself, you can take advantage of our free parking offer at London Tilbury.
Enjoy the impressive facilities onboard CMV Columbus.
Included Highlights
Arrive 09:00. Depart 16:30.
Lying at the end of a tributary of the beautiful Hardangerfjord, Eidfjord is surrounded by mountains up to 1,900 metres high.
The small town is the gateway to Hardangervidda, which is the largest high mountain plateau in Europe and Norway’s largest national park.
A short walk from the village centre there are graves by the roadside dating back to the Iron Age and Viking eras. The ‘old’ church in Eidfjord was built in 1309.
Nearby, the stunning Vøringfossen waterfall is one of Norway’s most popular natural attractions and features in optional excursions along with the amazing Sysen Dam.
Arrive 09:00. Depart 20:00.
Surrounded by towering mountains the tiny village of Flåm, with some 500 inhabitants, nestles at the head of Aurlandsfjord, the innermost arm of the mighty Sognefjord.
Its popularity as a tourist destination began in the late 19th century with the arrival of steamships carrying English and German passengers including Europe’s royals attracted by the salmon fishing in the Flåm River.
Today’s visitors are drawn to Flåm for a chance to ride on one of the world’s steepest and most spectacular railways. A masterpiece of engineering, Flåm Railway twists and turns through the steep-sided Flåm Valley amidst some of Norway’s most breathtaking mountain scenery.
Included Highlights
Optional Excursions
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Arrive 09:00. Depart 20:00.
Known as the ‘Gateway to the Fjords’, Bergen is Norway’s second largest city. Yet with a population of less than a quarter of a million, it has the feel of a small town.
It is beautifully sited against a backdrop of seven mountains and the funicular ride to the summit of Mount Fløien affords wonderful panoramic views of Bergen and Norway’s attractive coastline.
Overlooking the harbour the colourful Bryggen wharf is the face of Bergen where the characteristic wooden-gabled buildings were once the home and offices of Hanseatic merchants, but today house shops selling crafts and traditional souvenirs.
Relax onboard as we spend the day sailing back towards the U.K.
Arrive 08:00.
Arrive in London Tilbury and join your coach for the transfer back to your original joining point.
Although Columbus is a adult only cruise ship, this is a 'multi-generational' cruise so all ages can sail on this departure, however, there are no specific child facilities/entertainment provided.
Please note: In the event of adverse weather/sea conditions preventing the ship from calling at one of the scheduled ports, alternative arrangements will be made, where possible.
Extras: optional shore excursions; travel insurance from £68.00;
Please note, a gratuities charge of approximately £7 per person, per day will be added to your on-board account
Please note that due to limited docking facilities, it may be necessary in some ports to land by launch or tender.
Depart 16:00.
Regional departure by coach then travel to London Tilbury to join your cruise ship.
Enjoy the impressive facilities onboard CMV Columbus.
Arrive 10:00. Depart 16:00.
Lying at the end of a tributary of the beautiful Hardangerfjord, Eidfjord is surrounded by mountains up to 1,900 metres high. The small town is the gateway to Hardangervidda, which is the largest high mountain plateau in Europe and Norway’s largest national park. A short walk from the village centre there are graves by the roadside dating back to the Iron Age and Viking eras. The ‘old’ church in Eidfjord was built in 1309. Nearby, the stunning Vøringfossen waterfall is one of Norway’s most popular natural attractions and features in optional excursions along with the amazing Sysen Dam.
Arrive 10:00. Depart 17:00.
Skjolden sits at the head of Norway’s longest and deepest fjord and at the foot of the country’s highest mountains and largest glacier. It is approached via the picturesque Lusterfjord, which is emerald green from the melt water of the glaciers. The pretty village is a gateway to the stunning and varied landscapes of the Jostedalsbreen National Park. Sognefjell Mountain Pass, the highest mountain road in Europe, and Urnes Stave Church, the oldest stave church in Norway, are highlights of optional excursions from this charming village surrounded by steep hills and spectacular waterfalls.
Arrive 09:00. Depart 19:00.
The southernmost of the three short branches at the inner end of Nordfjord terminates in Olden. The charming village sits amongst tidy, well-kept farms on gently sloping, fertile hillsides, which then rise steeply into thickly wooded and rugged peaks. From the village, the beautiful Oldendalen Valley runs between towering mountains to the edge of the mighty Jostedalsbreen Glacier. Briksdal Glacier is one of the more accessible arms of the Jostedalsbreen. The creeping pitted tentacle of ice features in optional excursions from Olden, together with glorious waterfalls, glacier-fed rivers and wonderful mountain lakes.
Arrive 08:00. Depart 17:00.
Known as the ‘Gateway to the Fjords’, Bergen is Norway’s second largest city, yet with a population of less than a quarter of a million, it has the feel of a small town. It is beautifully sited against a backdrop of seven mountains and the funicular ride to the summit of Mount Fløien affords wonderful panoramic views of Bergen and Norway’s attractive coastline. Overlooking the harbour, the colourful Bryggen wharf is the face of Bergen. The characteristic wooden gabled buildings were once the home and offices of Hanseatic merchants but today house shops selling crafts and traditional souvenirs.
Relax onboard as we spend the day sailing back towards the U.K.
Arrive 08:00.
Arrive in London Tilbury and join your coach for the transfer back to your original joining point.
Although Columbus is a adult only cruise ship, this is a 'multi-generational' cruise so all ages can sail on this departure, however, there are no specific child facilities/entertainment provided.
Please note: In the event of adverse weather/sea conditions preventing the ship from calling at one of the scheduled ports, alternative arrangements will be made, where possible.
Extras: optional shore excursions; travel insurance from £68.00;
Please note, a gratuities charge of approximately £7 per person, per day will be added to your on-board account
Please note that due to limited docking facilities, it may be necessary in some ports to land by launch or tender.
Book online OR call our friendly travel advisers on:
01709 787 463
If you prefer, then you can join the tour at the hotel. To do this, we will require a copy of your passport for identification purposes and you must advise us at the time of booking.
No reduction will be given if you should choose to do this.
We are unable to guarantee that the hotel will be able to meet your dietary requirements. We find that the majority of European countries do not generally cater for vegetarians and that the meal supplied may well be what everyone else is having minus the meat.
We will of course endeavour to arrange for a vegetarian meal at the hotel. We do however suggest that you advise us of your dietary requests at the time of booking and recommend that you speak to the receptionist on arrival with regard to your request.
Front row seats can be reserved for £14pp (up to 6 days' duration), £22pp (7 & 8 days' duration) and £25pp (9 days' duration and over) on all European tours. This offer is only available for bookings of two or four persons on the front row and is subject to availability. In addition to this, seats on the second row can be reserved for £7pp (up to 6 days duration), £14pp (7 & 8 days duration) and £17pp (9 days duration and over). Guaranteed front/second row seats cannot be reserved on transfer journeys to/from the interchange. Children under 15 years cannot occupy a front row seat due to French Law. Central view seats are free.
Please note: On some coaches the legroom on front seats may be slightly less than that available on other seats due to the presence of a modesty board in front.
If your tour is cancelled for any reason and front/second row seats are not available on your new tour, you will be refunded the supplement. No other compensation will be payable.
Alternatively, we can take seating requests on your booking. However, requests are not guaranteed. All seat numbers are confirmed on travel documents approximately 7-10 days prior to departure.
Transfer coaches are routed approximately 2-3 weeks before departure. The route taken depends on where paassengers are booked to travel from on any particular date as to which route is taken. If you require further detailed information regarding the route to the port you can contact our Customer Service Department on 01709 830333 two weeks before you are due to travel.
With regard to the route taken by the main tour coach, this is determined by the driver.
When it comes to getting you to your destination, Leger Holidays make it easy, with a selection of travel options for you to choose from.
All of our coaches are modern and comfortable, and you can be assured of a high level of service. On selected air holidays, the executive coach may not have an onboard toilet or drinks facilities.
You can join your coach at your nearest joining point – we’ve hundreds to choose from throughout England, Scotland and Wales. To find your nearest pick up, search using your postcode below.
*Please note pickups are subject to availability.
Why not go the night before your tour for a relaxing start?
You can park for FREE for up to nine days at the Holiday Inn Ashford North and enjoy an overnight stay with English breakfast from just £39.50 per person (Based on 2 sharing a twin/double room on a B&B basis, subject to availability. Single supplements and terms and conditions apply.) We’ll then collect you from the hotel on the day of departure and return you there at the end of your holiday.
To book this package, please call the hotel on 01233 713333, quoting ‘Leger Holidays’ and your booking reference. If your holiday is longer than seven days you can pay for additional days’ parking. Ask one of our friendly reservations team for more details when you book your holiday
On most holidays if you’d prefer to join your tour coach at Stop 24 services, you can park your car in the car park which is accredited by the Park Mark safer parking scheme and is monitored 24 hours a day by CCTV. Payment for the parking is made on arrival using the self-service machines. Excludes holidays to Ireland and the U.K. and tours travelling via Brittany Ferries.
On Single Traveller holidays and coach holidays of 7 days’ duration or more, you don’t even have to think about getting to your local joining point. If you live within 20 miles of one of our free joining points we’ll pick you up from your home and take you to meet your transfer vehicle, then return you back home at the end of your holiday. The cost is from £35 per booking each way for up to four people per booking.
If you live a little further afield, you can also take advantage of this convenient option for an additional charge – please enquire at the time of booking.
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To book this tour, just give our friendly team a call on 01709 787 463 or book online at www.leger.co.uk