Picture-perfect fishing villages, dramatic rock formations
and sparkling waterfalls are just a few of the highlights that you can expect
on a cruise to Norway…
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Famous for its awe inspiring fjords and striking mountains,
Norway is one of those places that will truly take your breath away. Often
described as the world’s most stunning voyages, Norway is somewhere that needs
to be seen in order to be believed. This magnificent destination is now a firm
favourite with many and it’s not just saved for the typical exploration cruise
lines either, with mainstream lines including
Fred.Olsen,
Royal Caribbean and even
CelebrityCruises all featuring a Norwegian itinerary.
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Calling through the World Heritage Site of Geirangerfjord
you’ll be able to find glistening waterfalls, deep gorges and the most stunning
scenery around every turn. Geirangerfjord looks as though it has been plucked
from the most enchanting fairy tale which is what makes it one of Norway’s most
visited tourist spots. The Seven Sisters and the Suitor are two of the most
spectacular waterfalls and can both be found here.
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Moving along to Nordfjord which is nestled between
Geirangerfjord and Sognefjord, an unforgettable journey can be had with tall
mountains, striking glaciers and mountaintop forests all in clear view. As the
sixth longest fjord in Norway, this is the perfect place to explore with ten
nature trails available. Sognefjord is the longest and deepest fjord so will
almost certainly feature on your cruise itinerary. Here you can find three
national parks and two UNESCO sites. Fishing in rivers or the deep mountain
lakes can be enjoyed here and mountain hiking, climbing or skiing or also
popular ventures.
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Hardangerfjord is well known for fruit tree blossoming in
the spring, the Folgefonna Glacier and Norway’s most famous waterfall – the
Voringsfossen. Situated near the Bergen, the fjord offers visitors plenty to
see and do including glacier trekking, on the Folgefonna Glacier, a visit to
the Hardanger National Trust Tourist Route or even a trip to see the
Voringsfossen Waterfall.
It’s not all about the fjords…
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Norway has a wealth of towns and cities – perfect for
exploration. As the second largest city in Norway, Bergen is a place well worth
a visit. Built on the site of an original Viking settlement, you can discover a
number of historic sites here. The most famous is Bryggen – an old waterfront
district which used to be a major trading centre for the Hanseatic League
during the middle ages.
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Tromso is the largest city above the Arctic Circle and
the starting point for many Polar expeditions. To see this incredible place in
all its glory you can take a cable car ride up the top of Mount Storsteinen and
look forward to the most spectacular views below. Flam is also a popular port
of call. Meaning ‘little place between steep mountains’, Flam is a place which
oozes charm. Home to the world’s steepest railway, the Flamsbana travels 865
metres above sea level and is an exhilarating and scenic experience from start
to finish.
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