- Combined excursions in Norway
- City walks
- Dear vikings and kings
The countries of Scandinavia are perhaps not as popular as their southern neighbors on the map, but both Sweden and Finland have their own delights, unique natural attractions, and ancient architectural monuments. Excursions in Norway, another representative of the Scandinavian Peninsula, acquaint tourists with the land of the ancient Vikings, severe fjords and the most extraordinary natural phenomenon - the northern lights.
In addition to the marvelous nature and testing oneself for strength in the wild, the guests of Norway are invited to get acquainted with the cozy European capital. It is precisely such a beautiful definition that the city of Oslo was awarded, and the main discovery that awaits visitors is that in this country, in an incomprehensible way, harsh nature and kind, hospitable people are combined.
Combined excursions in Norway
Most tourists choosing this holiday destination try to combine Norwegian beauty with other countries and cities. For example, tours take place in the Baltic States, including walks in Riga and Stockholm. The cost of the tours is about $ 500 for 6-8 days, this includes travel, accommodation, breakfasts in hotels and guided tours.
In Norway itself, tourists will meet with amazing landscapes, most often the program includes a visit to the Neurofjord, the narrowest of the fjords, but included in the UNESCO list of natural monuments. An impressive walk among the picturesque green shores and rocks, which at first glance seem absolutely inaccessible. Tourists will be able to test their nerves by taking a train ride on the Flomsbana railway, its uniqueness is that it passes through 20 tunnels, going up and down at a fairly large angle.
City walks
Of the cities in Norway, of course, the capital is in the first place. A tour of Oslo costs between 40-50 € for a few hours of an interesting story about the history and modern life of one of the most beautiful capitals in Europe. A sightseeing tour of Oslo lasts about two hours, during which time the guide manages to show the main sights of the city: the Royal Palace; Parliament building; Akerhus - an ancient fortress; Town hall.
The Royal Palace, as befits such an object, occupies a place on a hill. The complex includes - a palace building, erected in the first half of the 19th century, a park with numerous sculptures, interesting monuments and picturesque lakes.
Akerhus Fortress is considered a masterpiece of historical architecture in the Norwegian capital. Behind the massive fortress walls there is a Renaissance palace, a chapel, and a museum. The changing of the guard looks impressive, attracting many onlookers from local residents and guests of the city.
The museum institutions of Oslo, located on the Bygdoy peninsula, deserve special attention. Here is the Viking ship, the Kon-Tiki Museum, where the raft on which the legendary Norwegian traveler Thor Heyerdahl traveled is displayed. At the National Gallery of Art, you can see the masterpieces of local and foreign brush and chisel artists.
Dear vikings and kings
Another tourist excursion in Norway, which includes several interesting objects at once. Its duration is from two days to a week, depending on what the tourists want to see, the cost of the trip is from 90 to 120 €.
The route passes through the territory of the Hallingdal mountain valley, it looks very beautiful almost at any time of the year, but it is especially good in the spring and summer period. The program of this excursion may include a visit to the Sognefjord, which is the second largest in the world and the first in Europe, thanks to which it received the high title of "King of the Fjords". It consists of many branches and is a very picturesque sight.
Another of the fjords, which is often visited by tourists, is called Geirangerfjord. It is not the largest in Norway, but for its unique landscapes it has been honored to be on the famous UNESCO World Heritage List.
Travelers are encouraged to engage in active sports such as kayaking, rafting, the so-called rafting. You can go horseback riding or skiing (for whom which type of transportation is more convenient). Among the natural attractions of this fjord, guests distinguish the following: Fludalsvet rock; waterfalls "Bridal Veil", "Seven Sisters"; the Geirangerfjord Museum, which tells about the history of this interesting natural monument.
Norway with its beautiful natural landscapes, city attractions, various sports activities remains in the hearts of travelers from other countries for a long time.
