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TRIANGLE TOUR & TELEMARK CANAL 2006
8 days / 7 nights, Oslo - Skien - Telemark Canal Dalen Lofthus Bergen
Gudvangen - Aurland & Nærøy Fjord Cruise - Flåm - Flåm Railway - Oslo
Departures: June 13 - August 12, 2006
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Return to the cradle of Norway, the Telemark region with its mysterious Canal, twisting its way from the coastline to the foothills of the Hardanger highlands for over 100 years. Enjoy the peaceful journey across beautiful lakes, through 18 stone walled locks, past villages with typical canal architecture, gliding slowly below the steep mountains. The historic Dalen Hotel, built in 1894 and the fabulous Ullensvang Hotel on the shores of the Hardanger Fjord await you with great Norwegian hospitality and tradition. Cruise to Bergen, where you will have ample time to explore the colorful city.
Embark on the most popular rail excursion, the Norway Nutshell tour from Bergen to Oslo. Board the train for the short ride to Voss. Continue by bus to Gudvangen via the hairpins of the Stalheim Canyon Road. Cruise on the Aurland and narrow Nærøy Fjord to Flåm, breathtaking side arms of the Sogne Fjord. Ride the famous Flåm Railway, ascending the steep mountains along the Flåm Valley to Myrdal, where you connect to the scenic Bergenbanen to Oslo. A great combination of cities, scenic rail following the Norway Nutshell route, combined with historic boat journeys on the Telemark Canal.
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Day 1 OSLO
Individual arrival in Oslo. Time to explore the major highlights, sights and museums of the capital of Norway on your own. Overnight at the Hotel Bristol, ideally located in the city center.
Day 2 OSLO SKIEN (B)
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer on your own to Central Station, begin your journey by train to Skien. Upon arrival, transfer on your own to the hotel. The hotel is situated 700 meters from the railway station. Overnight at the Rainbow Hoyer's Hotel.

Day 3 SKIEN - TELEMARK CANAL - DALEN (B)
Breakfast at the hotel. Board the M/S Henrik Ibsen or M/S Victoria through the spectacular Telemark Canal to Dalen. A peaceful journey in quiet waters, up locks with stonewalls, through narrow canal ways, and along sheer mountains. Arrive Dalen in the early evening and transfer on your own to the hotel. Overnight at the Dalen Hotel.
Day 4 DALEN - HARDANGER FJORD -LOFTHUS (B)
After breakfast enjoy the bus journey to Lofthus, located in the heart of the idyllic Hardangerfjord, surrounded by orchards, mountains and spectacular scenery. Pass by waterfalls, serene valleys and quaint villages to the lovely Ullensvang Hotel. Edvard Grieg composed much of his music here at the hotel. Enjoy the wonderful facilities and overnight at the first class Ullensvang Hotel.

Day 5 LOFTHUS - BERGEN (B)
Breakfast at the hotel. Spend your morning at leisure exploring the area. Late afternoon cruise on the fjord from Lofthus to Norheimsund. Continue by bus to Bergen. Transfer on your own to the hotel. Overnight at the Clarion Hotel Admiral.
Day 6 BERGEN (B)
Breakfast at the hotel. Spend your day at leisure exploring the colorful city of Bergen. Perhaps you can join a city tour or a ride on the funicular to Mt. Fløyen. Overnight at the Clarion Hotel Admiral.
Day 7 BERGEN FLÅM - OSLO (B)
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer on your own to the train station for your train to Voss; connect with a short bus ride to Gudvangen. Sail through the mighty Sogne Fjord to Flåm. Take the historic Flåm Railway through the wild Flåm Valley, to Myrdal. Connect with the Bergenbanen to Oslo. Evening arrival in Oslo, self-transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the Hotel Bristol.
Day 8 OSLO (B)
After breakfast, check-out and end of program.
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Departure Dates 2006 |
Daily, June 13 - August 12 |
Prices in US Dollars 2006 |
Prices for 8-day program |
Per person in double room |
1,595 |
Per person in a triple room |
1,210 |
Fjord view upgrade, per person |
130 |
Single Supplement |
580 |
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Included
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7 nights first class hotel accommodations
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Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily
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1 x Buffet dinner at Ullensvang Hotel
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Train, Oslo - Skien
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Telemark Canal cruise, Skien - Dalen
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Bus, Dalen - Lofthus
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Cruise/Bus, Lofthus - Norheimsund - Bergen
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Train, Bergen - Voss
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Bus, Voss - Gudvangen
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Cruise, Gudvangen - Flåm
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Flåm Railway, Flåm - Myrdal
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Train, Myrdal - Oslo
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Seat reservations in 2nd class
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Taxes & services
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Add-ons: Tour Options |
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Please note: |
The services are based on public transportation and are on an individual basis.
No tour leader is provided.
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List of Hotels |
Night 1
Hotel Bristol
Oslo / Norway
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Night 2
Rainbow Hoyer's Hotel
Skien / Norway
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Night 3
Dalen Hotel
Dalen / Norway
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Night 4
Ullensvang Hotel
Lofthus / Norway
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Night 5 & 6
Clarion Admiral Hotel
Bergen / Norway
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Night 7
Hotel Bristol
Oslo / Norway
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