A cruise-and-hike is a cost-effective way to see Norway

At this trip you will see Bergen, Sognefjord, Flåm, Eidfjord and Hardangervidda.

Hiking in Norway

“…I found a neat way to explore this lovely land without paying an arm and a leg.

By cruising with a group of hikers, we were able to see the sights at affordable prices – with the added creature comforts of a cruise ship as a bonus…

…The idea of taking an organised walk at each port of call is new, but it’s one which is gaining in popularity…

…By day you can yomp around in shorts and T-shirt, trainers and boots, exploring the local countryside. By night, back on board, you can shower and change into your gladrags for the evening’s entertainment…”

What’s the deal?

An eight-day trip sailing on Balmoral to the Norwegian Fjords costs from £861pp including shore transport and some tips with Ramblers Worldwide Holidays. For more info go to www.cruiseandwalk.co.uk or call 01707 386767.

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Veteran fjord ships to Oslo

 

For the first time ever the two classical fjord ships M/S Atløy and M/S Granvin together with the veteran steam ship D/S Oster are visiting Oslo.

In connection with this special visit you are invited for fjord cruises, guided tours of the ships and celebrations at Akershus quayside.

The floating museums from western Norway will be stopping in the Norwegian capital on their way from Bergen to the steam ship festival Nordsteam 2007 in the Swedish city of Gothenburg.

On Saturday 4 August there will be cruises on the Oslofjord. Departures from Nordre Akershus quayside at 11.00, 12.00 and 13.00. Each cruise lasts for approximately one and a half hours.

The following day, Sunday 5 August, there will be a spectacular trip where all three boats sail together to Oscarsborg Fortress where you will be given a guided tour. Oscarsborg lies on a small island outside the small coastal town of Drøbak. This historical sailing departs from Nordre Akershus quayside at 11.00.

Tickets
Send an e-mail to omktur@hotmail.com or call +47 91 69 15 78.
Any remaining tickets will be sold at the quayside before each cruise.

Prices
Fjord cruise Saturday:
Adults: NOK 100
Children NOK 50
Cruise to Oscarsborg Fortress Sunday:
Adults NOK 250
Children NOK 100

A unique culture cruise

 

In November the Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation (NRK) and its orchestra will board the coastal express ship MS Trollfjord in Bergen for a culture cruise.

With 11 ports of call and just as many days, Hurtigruten and NRK wish to give passengers a unique cultural experience.

The cruise starts in Bergen Monday 5 November. It then travels northwards and makes its return in Alta Friday 16 November. 

During the cruise there will be concerts with the NRK Orchestra and various shows every night – all broadcast directly on the NRK radio channel P2.

Artists performing during the cultural cruise include Norwegian singer Wenche Myhre and Norwegian pianist Håvard Gimse.