Trip Inclusions
- Operated by Travelmarvel's partner Great Rail Journeys
- 16 nights in premium accommodation
- Services of a Great Rail Journeys Tour Escort and expert local guides
- 29 meals – 16 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 11 dinners
- Transfers, porterage and tipping
- Take in the exquisite scenery of the spectacular Geirangerfjord by boat
- Journey into the mountains along one of the steepest railways in the world, the Flam Railway
- Travel on Northern Europe’s highest railway line, the Bergen Railway
Map & Itinerary
Trip Notes
- Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change
- *Inlandsbanan Train operates on July and August departures only. Departure in all other months will travel the same route by coach
- Prices are for land/rail only. Flights are not included unless specified
Insider Experiences
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Insider Experience
Enjoy an included special or unique excursion or event
Arrive Stockholm
On arrival in Stockholm, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel. Today, tour this modern city at your leisure, perhaps wandering the narrow streets of Gamla Stan.
Stay: Two Nights, Stockholm, Scandic Continental or similar
Daily :Stockholm
Stockholm is yours to explore today on a guided tour. Afterwards, enjoy a well-deserved, traditional Swedish 'fika', or coffee break, relaxing over a hot drink and slice of homemade cake. Tonight, if Swedish cuisine is on your mind, then be sure to visit a local restaurant at your leisure to enjoy a smorgasbord – a world-famous Swedish tradition.
Daily :Stockholm, Ostersund
Bid farewell to Stockholm and head inland by InterCity train to Ostersund, which is nestled on the shore of beautiful Lake Storsjon, Sweden’s fifth-largest lake.
Stay: Ostersund, Clarion Grand or similar
Daily :Ostersund, Inlandsbanan, Lapland, Arjeplog
Insider Experience
Gain an insight into the unique culture of the Sami at Batsuoj Sami Centre.
Leaving Ostersund, you’ll travel north into the untamed wilderness of Lapland. Lapland is home to the Sami, who are renowned for their reindeer herding skills. You’ll get a real taste of their unique culture during a tour of Batsuoj village.
Stay: Two Nights, Arjeplog, Hornavan Hotell
Daily :Arjeplog, Arctic Circle, Jokkmokk
INSIDER EXPERIENCE
Celebrate crossing the Arctic Circle in Sweden.
Travel further north by coach across the Arctic Circle into the Land of the Midnight Sun. In Jokkmokk, visit the local Sami Museum to learn more about their nomadic way of life. See historic artefacts including silver-work and traditional dress of the indigenous Sami people. Afterwards, return to Arjeplog and enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Daily :Arjeplog, Bodo
Travel by coach from Arjeplog to Bodo in Norway. On arrival, visit the Norwegian Jekt Trade Museum, an open-air museum featuring authentic traditional buildings and a collection of traditional boats. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure before dinner at your hotel.
Stay: Thon Hotel Nordlys Bodo
Daily :Bodo, Verdal, Stiklestad
Enjoy the morning at leisure in Bodo before taking a train to Verdal, then transferring by coach to Sticklestad. Savour dinner at your hotel.
Stay: Scandic Stiklestad or similar
Daily :Stiklestad, Trondheim
Begin the day with a tour of the village Stiklestad, the site of one of Norway's most famous battles. Afterwards, travel from Stiklestad to Trondheim, admiring the natural beauty along the way.
Stay: Two Nights, Clarion Hotel Trondheim
Daily :Trondheim
One of the oldest cities in Norway, Trondheim is an atmospheric metropolis that is a delight to explore. Embark on a guided tour of its best cultural highlights, including the famous Old Town Bridge, the Royal Residence and the Bakklandet, a neighbourhood filled with traditional streets and colourful wooden houses.
Daily :Trondheim, Rauma Railway, Geiranger
On your rail journey today, navigate the same course as the emerald waters of the River Rauma as it winds around the hillsides below jagged peaks as you head to Andalsnes. Later, arrive in Geiranger, a small village in the  Sunnmore region of Norway.
Stay: Two Nights, Geiranger, Union Hotel Geiranger or similar
Daily :Geiranger, Geirangerfjord
INSIDER EXPERIENCE
Take in the exquisite scenery of the spectacular Geirangerfjord by boat today. As you cruise along the serene, deep water, the steep sides of the fjord seem to tower over the boat. 
Geirangerfjord is a World Heritage-listed site alive with colours and contrasts. The lush greens of the trees clinging to the rock, set against the deep blue water and the brilliant white of snow-capped peaks in the distance, are sure to entrance. Uncover its magic further on your Insider Experience.
Daily :Geiranger, Flam
Leave Geiranger by coach this morning and travel through Norway’s incredible fjord country, stopping at the incredible Kaupanger Stave Church en route. Your next overnight destination is Flam, a tiny, quaint village at the head of the Aurlandsfjord, which is home to one of the most remarkable railways in the world – the Flam Railway.
Stay: Flam, Fretheim Hotel
Daily :Flam Railway, Myrdal, Sognefjord, Bergen
INSIDER EXPERIENCE
Today, enjoy a superb excursion aboard the Flam Railway.
This morning, set out on a cruise of Naeroyfjord. Travel by coach back to Flam, where you’ll board the Flam Railway, one of the steepest railways in the world. Disembark in Myrdal then travel by train to the magnificent city of Bergen.
Stay: Two Nights, Thon Hotel Orion
Daily :Bergen
Begin your day with a tour of Bergen, which includes the historic Bryggen. Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch at Bergen Fish Market. There will be plenty of time to explore with the rest of the day at leisure.
Daily :Bergen, Bergen Railway, Oslo
INSIDER EXPERIENCE
Prepare for a magnificent journey on Northern Europe’s highest railway line, the Bergen Railway.
Depart Bergen by train, enjoying the rail journey during your magnificent Insider Experience. Descend into Oslo, perhaps taking a stroll around the capital city before your Farewell Dinner this evening.
Stay: Two Nights, Thon Hotel Opera
Daily :Oslo
Set out on an exciting sightseeing tour of Oslo’s most famous sights. This city is known for its stunning natural beauty, rich history and lively culture. With the afternoon at leisure, you might opt to explore landmarks such as the Akershus Fortress, revel in outdoor adventures at Oslomarka forest or savour some authentic Norwegian flavours.
Daily :Depart Oslo
This morning, transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Daily :Travelmarvel's program runs smoothly from go to whoa, with great guides, perfectly paced excursions.
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