MAGICAL TRIP TO NORWAY – SUMMER 2025

Meeting at the airport and flight with AEGEAN AIRLINES to Oslo, the capital and largest city of Norway, located in the southern part of the country, at the mouth of the fjord of the same name. From 1624 to 1924, the city was called Christiania (Christiania or Kristiania), in honor of King Christian IV. Arrival and we will immediately begin our tour of the beautiful Frogner Park, where we will admire the famous sculptures of Gustav Vigeland, made of granite and wrought iron. This is followed by a tour of the city center, during which we will see the Parliament, the neoclassical Royal Palace, the modern City Hall, the impressive Opera House and many other attractions. Finally, a visit - guided tour of the National Museum of Oslo where we will have the opportunity to see up close the works of the famous painter Edvard Munch, creator of the world-famous painting "THE SCREAM". Munch, an important symbolist of the 1890s, was a pioneer of expressionism in the 20th century. Check-in at the RADISSON BLU SCANDINAVIA OSLO 4* hotel ( www.radissonhotels.com ) or similar. The rest of the day is free to discover the picturesque Aker Brygge, the renovated dock area, full of excellent restaurants, bars and nightclubs. Overnight.

Breakfast and weather permitting, we will go to Holmenkollen. Here we will have the opportunity to visit the Ski Museum, which houses the history of skiing and winter sports in Norway, and we will learn more about the tradition and development of the sport in the region. From Holmenkollen, we will enjoy the stunning view of the city of Oslo and the surrounding landscape, creating memories that will remain unforgettable. Then, we will head to the Bygdøy peninsula, where we will learn about the history of Norwegian exploration. We will visit the Fram Museum, which houses the most powerful wooden icebreaker ever built. The Fram, built in 1892, was the flagship of expeditions to the North and South Poles, with the expeditions of Fridtjof Nansen, Otto Sverdrup and Roald Amundsen, who led the first expedition to reach the South Pole in 1911, five weeks before the British Robert Falcon Scott. The Fram reached the northern (85° 57' north latitude) and southern (78° 41' south latitude) geographical points further north (85° 57' north latitude) and south (78° 41' south latitude) than any other vessel of its kind. Afterwards, we will visit the Kon-Tiki Museum, which is dedicated to the famous expedition of the Norwegian explorer Thor Heyerdahl, who in 1947 crossed the Pacific Ocean on the eponymous raft made of wood and rope. Return to Oslo and our hotel Overnight.

An exciting day begins this morning. We will depart by road from Oslo to Geilo, from where we will board the train to the lonely mountain of Myrdal (tickets paid and pre-booked). We will then board the cogwheel railway for one of the most beautiful journeys in the world, to the picturesque village of Flåm, (tickets paid and pre-booked) and from there on the ship that will take us to one of the most beautiful and largest fjords in Norway, the Sognefjord, for our wonderful two-hour cruise (tickets paid and pre-booked). We arrive in Gudvangen and depart by road to Bergen, the second largest city in Norway, following one of the most picturesque routes in the world. On our way we will also see the beautiful Tvinde waterfall (Tvindefossen) with its refreshing waters. Arrival in the charming Bergen, the "jewel of the North Sea", the "gateway to the fjords", the "city of seven mountains", the "city of rain", the "green meadow between the mountains". Choose any name you like. Transfer and check-in at the SCANDIC ØRNΕN 4* hotel ( www.scandichotels.com ) or similar. Overnight.

During our tour of Bergen today, we will admire the exterior of King Haakon's Palace (Håkonshallen) from the 13th century, the Rosencrantz Tower (Rosenkrantztårnet) from 1560, as well as the Grieghallen concert hall, named after the famous composer Edvard Grieg, who was born in Bergen and served as music director of the city's Philharmonic Orchestra from 1880 to 1882. We will also visit the bustling and world-famous Bergen Fish Market. Then we will get to know the old part of the city, the docks of the Bryggen district, the seat of the Hanseatic League merchants of the 13th century, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We will walk through the picturesque alleys and see the colorful wooden houses with their bright colors, pointed roofs and flowers on the windowsills, which today host souvenir shops, elegant boutiques, galleries, bars, cafes and traditional restaurants. Finally, with the traditional cable car that moves on rails (Fløibanen / Fløibanen) we will climb the 320-meter-high Fløyen hill to enjoy the breathtaking panoramic view of the city (tickets paid and pre-booked). This is followed by a wonderful getaway in the outskirts of Bergen, Norway. Starting from Gamlehaugen, the impressive summer residence of the Norwegian royal family, where we will have the opportunity as guests to tour the beautiful gardens and enjoy the magnificent view of the surrounding area (fjord, mountains). Then, we will visit Troldhaugen, where Edvard Grieg's house is located, to experience the atmosphere that inspired Grieg to create some of his most famous works. Finally, the excursion concludes with a visit to Fantoft Church, a reconstructed 12th-century stave church that impresses with its traditional Scandinavian architecture, offering a unique glimpse into Norway's religious and cultural heritage. Return and free time for walks in one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Overnight.

Ferry - boat: Halhjelm → Sandvikvåg and Arsvågen → Mortavika Today we will enjoy one of the most beautiful and famous routes in Norway and one of the most interesting in the world: the amazing route from Bergen to Stavanger. Crossing magnificent Scandinavian landscapes along the Atlantic Ocean, waterfalls, rivers, lakes, fjords, laced coasts and small wonderful villages will offer us images of indescribable beauty. We will make this route by road and by boat. Before reaching the hotel we make a small detour to see the monument "Swords in the Rock" (Sverd i fjell), which consists of three huge bronze swords almost 10 meters high. Two of them represent peace and unity. The third and largest represents the sword of "Harald the Fair" himself, who united Norway into a single kingdom in 872 AD. Arrival in beautiful Stavanger, the third largest city in Norway, also known as the "Oil Capital of Europe". Surrounded by beautiful fjords, mountains and long, white beaches, it also has many museums and diverse cultural events. Old Stavanger is home to the best preserved wooden settlement in Europe. Check-in at the RADISSON BLU STAVANGER 4* hotel ( www.radissonhotels.com ) or similar. Overnight.

This morning we will board the ship for our cruise on the impressive 42-kilometer-long Lysefjord, with its steep granite "walls" rising almost vertically, reaching up to 1,000 meters (tickets paid and pre-booked). During this wonderful cruise we will see, among other things, the famous, imposing Preikestolen rock (or Pulpit Rock, meaning rock - pulpit due to its shape), with its almost flat top rising 604 meters above the fjord. Arrival and tour of Stavanger, during which we will see the old town with more than 170 wooden houses from the late 18th century to the early 20th century. For those interested, there is the possibility of visiting the Petroleum Museum, which offers a unique experience to understand the importance of the petroleum industry in Norway. The museum presents the history of petroleum, its geology, extraction techniques and its evolution from the beginning of the industry to the present day, offering interesting exhibits and interactive presentations. All these houses in the city center are beautifully preserved and inhabited. Return to the hotel. Overnight.

Starting from Stavanger, we will cross the wonderful Norwegian countryside, passing through small and picturesque villages, peaceful lakes and imposing fjords. The route will offer us unparalleled beauty, with the landscape constantly changing and enchanting us at every turn. Along the way, we will make a stop in the city of Kristiansand, known for its wonderful coastal area, where we will have time to enjoy a leisurely walk, a coffee or taste local delicacies. We arrive in Drammen, a modern and award-winning city for its environmental and urban development. Built on the banks of the Drammenselva River, where the river meets the Drammensfjord, Drammen impresses with the harmonious coexistence of the natural landscape and modern architecture. The city offers the opportunity for wonderful walks by the water and stunning parks, while it has emerged as a model of sustainable development in Norway. Arrival and check-in at the QUALITY RIVER STATION 4* hotel or similar. Overnight.

Transfer to Oslo airport and boarding the flight to Athens.