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2 Andenes Svolvær Is an independent nt incoming tour operator, located outside Oslo, l the capital l of Norway. We have established close and personal relationship with our suppliers and a thorough knowledge of the geographical areas in which we operate. We presents our best sellers in the areas we know from experience are very popular among foreign tourists. The products cover many aspects, from ordinary roundtrips, sports and activity tours, group tours and go as you please tours for individuals. The product combinations and possibilities are many. We specialize in customized itineraries, so we heartily welcome you to contact us for any special request. You can also visit our website at Norwegian fjords earn top score National Geographic Traveler magazine has rated the spectacular Norwegian fjords as the top travel destination in the world in the magazine s first Index of Destination Stewardship an elite list of the least spoiled, great places on earth. Try it yourself we can promise you it will be a trip to remember! BODØ TRONDHEIM ÅLESUND Åndalsnes Hellesylt Geiranger Loen Dombås Sognefjord Balestrand Sogndal Gudvangen Flåm Voss Myrdal Nordheimsund Hardangerfjord Lofthus Try Flåm & Balestrand STAVANGER 2 Distribution for Abroad only Try Gudvangen Try Hardanger Try Hardanger roundtrip from Bergen Try Geiranger roundtrip from Ålesund Try Stavanger Try Trondheim & the coast Try Lofoten Try the prominent hotels of the fjords OSLO Copyright 2006 Printed and designed in Norway Alltrykk, Oppegård Credits foto: Bergen Fotoservice Fjord Norway/Per Eide Fjord Norway/Frithjof Fure Fjord Norway/Paul Smith Fjord Norway/Frithjof Fure Fjord Norway/Terje Rakke Fjord Norway/Alfred Lûpke Flåm utvikling/r.m Sørensen finnmark reiseliv/dagny Margrete Øren finnmark reiseliv/ole Magnus Rapp finnmark reiseliv/terje Rakke Olav Jacob Tveit Øystein Klakegg

3 The Sognefjord The worlds longest fjord The Sognefjord lies at the heart of the Norwegians fjord country and extends more than more than 200 km ( 120 miles) inland. Here you can enjoy the unique museums, art galleries, heritage sites and stave churches. In the Jostedalsbreen National Park, where glacier arms stretch down into green valleys, you can view the largest glacier in mainland Europe at close range, and join experienced guides on a thrilling walks on the blue glacier ice. The region where this deep fjord meets glaciers and Norway highest mountains is considered one of the world`s most beautiful travel destinations Kvikne s Hotel, Balestrand TRY FLÅM & BALESTRAND TRY GUDVANGEN OSLO Overnight & breakfast at Thon Hotel Opera or similar OSLO MYRDAL FLÅM Depart on morning scenic train to Myrdal Departure from Oslo S Centralstation Arrive Myrdal Flåm Moutain Railway to Flåm Dinner & overnight at Fretheim Hotel, Flåm FLÅM - BALESTRAND Cruise from Flåm to Balestrand Arrive Balestrand. Dinner & Overnight at Kvikne`s Hotel Enjoy one of the most fabulous dinner buffets carefully created by the famous Swiss Chef. BALESTRAND Cruise from Balestrand to Bergen Arrive Bergen (Sundays only dep arr ) Overnight and breakfast at Hotel Augustin or similar Optional Day excursion from Balestrand to Fjærland glacier OSLO Overnight & breakfast at Thon Hotel Opera or similar OSLO MYRDAL FLÅM - GUDVANGEN Depart on morning scenic train to Myrdal Departure from Oslo S Centralstation Arrive Myrdal Flåm Moutain Railway to Flåm Arrive Flåm Cruise from Flåm to Gudvangen Dinner & Overnight at Gudvangen Hotel GUDVANGEN VOSS Bus from Gudvangen via Stalheim to Voss Arrive Voss Train to Bergen Arrive Bergen Overnight and breakfast at Hotel Augustin or similar May September 5 days/ 4 nights or more if you wish to spend more Local/express train and tourist boats. TRY100 May September 4 days/ 3 nights or more if you wish to spend more Local/express train, bus and tourist boats. TRY200 3

4 NORWAY IN A NUTSHELL One of the most popular trips in Norway Norway in a nutshell takes you through some of the most beautiful scenery in Norway`s fjords. You can experience the scenic Bergen Railway line, the breathtaking Flåm Railway line, the Aurlandsfjord, the narrow Nærøyfjord and the steep Stalheimskleiva. The Flåm Railway The journey on the Flåm Railway is regarded as one of the high points on the Norway in a nutshell round trip. The 20 km long train journey from the mountain station of Myrdal and down to Flåm deep in the fjord takes around 55 minutes. On the journey you have views of some of the most magnificent mountain scenery in Norway with an ever- changing panorama of tall mountains and thundering waterfalls. Along the Flåm Railway the train moves slowly or stops at the best views. Down at the idyllic Flåm there is time to eat and to wander around little before continuing your journey by boat. The journey goes out from Aurlandsfjord and into the Nærøyfjord, the narrowest fjord in Europe. On the journey you have views of the small traditional farms before the boats moors at Gudvangen. Now the coach journey continues the steep and spectacular hairpin bends of Stalheimskleiva to Voss. From Voss you can continue your journey by train to Bergen or Oslo. The Norway in a Nutshell round trip is available all year and can be completed in one day. You can stop off en- route if you wish to spend more time on the journey and enjoy more of what nature has to offer. See Try Gudvangen as a suggestion. 4

5 The Hardangerfjord The Orchard of Norway Hardanger is a name that the Norwegians associate with blossom and fruit. A mild pleasant climate and clear, light summer nights are ideal for our guest, as well for fruit and berries. Hardanger is a mixture of cold and warm, wildness and quiet idylls, of old and traditions and modern times. High up you enter the Hardangervidda National Park and two of Norway`s largest glaciers- Hardangerjøkulen & Folgefonda with summerski centre. From mountains and glaciers the majestic waterfalls foam down into the queen of fjords where the cruises can bring you to the village communities for a diversity of experiences. We welcome you to four seasons of beauty. TRY HARDANGER TRY HARDANGER Roundtrip from Bergen OSLO Overnight & breakfast at Thon Hotel Opera or similar OSLO - FLÅM - LOFTHUS Depart on morning scenic train to Myrdal Departure from Oslo S Centralstation Arrive Myrdal Flåm Moutain Railway to Flåm Arrive Flåm Cruise from Flåm to Gudvangen Bus from Gudvangen to Voss Private Transfer from Voss to Lofthus Dinner & overnight at Hotel Ullensvang LOFTHUS Day at leisure Dinner and overnight at Hotel Ullensvang LOFTHUS - NORHEIMSUND Cruise on the Hardangerfjord to Norheimsund Bus from Norheimsund to Bergen Arrive Bergen Overnight and breakfast at Hotel Augustin or similar Overnight and breakfast at First Hotel Marin or similar NORHEIMSUND - LOFTHUS Bus from Bergen to Norheimsund Cruise on the Hardangerfjord to Lofthus Dinner and overnight at Hotel Ullensvang LOFTHUS NORHEIMSUND Cruise from Lofthus to Norheimsund Bus from Norheimsund to Bergen Overnight and breakfast at First Hotel Marin or similar May August 5 days/ 4 nights or more if you wish to spend more Local/express train, bus, private transfer and tourist boats. TRY300 May August 4 days/ 3 nights or more if you wish to spend more Bus and tourist boats. TRY400 5

6 Geiranger is the crowning glory among Norway s fjord district s pearls of natural beauty. Majestic, snow-covered mountain peaks, beautiful and wild waterfalls, lush, green vegetation and the deep blue waters of the fjord - yes, it really is like something taken from a fairy tale. Follow the rinds that twist and turn steeply through one hair-pin bend after another up to Dalsnibba, Flydalsjuvet and Ørnesvingen. From here you will have a fantastic view of one of the most beautiful scenic panoramas anywhere in the world. TRY GEIRANGER Roundtrip from Ålesund ÅLESUND Overnight & breakfast at Radisson BLU Hotel Ålesund or similar ÅLESUND - GEIRANGER Costal Steamer from Ålesund to Geiranger You will be met by a representant from Hotel Union at the pier in Geiranger Dinner and overnight at Hotel Union Geiranger GEIRANGER Day in Geiranger Suggestions: Visit the Norwegian Fjord Centre, hiking, trip to Dalsnibba Dinner and overnight at Hotel Union Geiranger GEIRANGER - ÅLESUND Bus from outside the hotel over the Eagle Road Arrive Eidsdal Ferry from Eidsdal to Linge Bus from Linge to Ålesund (Daily except Saturdays and Sundays) Overnight and breakfast at Radisson BLU Hotel Ålesund or similar ÅLESUND 6 Mid April Mid September 5 days/ 4 nights or more if you wish to spend more Local/express train, bus and tourist boats. TRY500 Ålesund From ashes to Art Nouveau One stormy night a hundred years ago, the whole town centre burned to the ground. A new town rose phoenix like from the ashes in the distinctive Art Nouveau style with myriad turrets, spires and beautiful ornamentation. Ålesund is a modern, pulsating town with a varied cultural scene and exciting cafès and restaurants. Its rich assortment of shops and galleries so that shopping enthusiasts will also feel at home.

7 Stavanger A visit to Stavanger is a visit to a land of opportunities. You arrive in a landscape an experience in itself which is varied, contrasting and inspiring. On the one side you have wide-open views, on the other ords and steep mountain. At one moment, sophisticated city life, at the next the picturesque countryside of Jæren. If it is peace and quiet you are looking for, there are plenty of opportunities, a peaceful park, a stroll in Old Stavanger or a quiet table in a café. Breath out, ow on the tide enjoy life! TRY STAVANGER OSLO Overnight and breakfast at Thon Hotel Opera or similar OSLO - STAVANGER Early morning departure from Oslo by train to Stavanger Departure from Oslo S Centralstation (Sunday dep , change train in Kristiansand. Arrive Stavanger 19.19) Arrive Stavanger Overnight and breakfast at Clarion Hotel Stavanger or similar STAVANGER Pulpit Rock Cruise hours cruise to Prekestolen (Pulpit rock), east of Stavanger. Depart from Skagenkaien Overnight and breakfast at Clarion Hotel Stavanger or similar STAVANGER Departure to Bergen by coach Arrive Bergen Overnight and breakfast at Hotel Augustin or similar Foto: Fjord Norway/ Per Eide May September 5 days/ 4 nights or more if you wish to spend more Local/express train, coach and tourist boat. TRY600 The pulpit Rock and Kjerag Heaven & ocean You can tiptoe nervously out to the edge of the Pulpit Rock plateau and peer down at the 600 metre drop or you can hike even higher to the summit of Kjerag at 1000 metres. The Pulpit Rock is called Preikestolen in Norwegian and the name could have its origin in the shape or possibly be due to that it might have been a place of sacce. Enjoy the cruise to the impressive towering natural ord. 7

8 Bergen World heritage city Bergen grew up around its colourful harbour it was the hub of commerce, Seafaring and craftsmanship. It became the north`s largest city. In the 13th century the Hansas the German medieval guild of merchants opened one of their four European offices on the wharf called Bryggen. It has become a symbol of our cultural heritage and has gained a place on UNESCO`s World Heritage List. Today Bergen is a city with its feet in the sea, the head in the skies and its heart in the right place full of infectious enthusiasm, and happy to share it with visitors. A cruise on the Coastal Steamer can safely be called the world s most beautiful voyage. TRY TRONDHEIM & THE COAST 8 Day 6 OSLO Overnight and breakfast at Thon Hotel Opera or similar OSLO - TRONDHEIM Depart on a scenic train ride to Trondheim Departure from Oslo S Centralstation Overnight and breakfast at Thon Hotel Gildevangen or similar TRONDHEIM Spend a day exploring the city. Overnight and breakfast at Thon Hotel Gildevangen or similar TRONDHEIM Costal steamer Depart on Costal Steamer to Bergen Overnight on board in outside cabin (no meals incl.) Arrive Bergen Overnight and breakfast at Hotel Augustin or similar All year 4 days/ 3 nights or more if you wish to spend more Express train and costal steamer. TRY700 Trondheim The city of Kings No king in Norway could rule in peace if he failed to have the people of Trøndelag on his side wrote Snorre Sturlason, the famous Icelandic Poet and historian. Trondheim holds a special place in Norwegian history and culture. It was the first capital of Norway, and is still the city where new kings receive their ceremonial blessing. The crown Jewels, the symbol of Royal power, are kept in Nidaros Cathedral. Norway`s national sanctuary and the most important monument of the Middle Ages. It has been and still is a popular pilgrimage site. Today Trondheim is a city where past and present times live together in harmony. The architecture and the surroundings create a beautiful setting for any outing. Choose between a rich variety of historical sights, museums & art galleries and look forward to a unforgettable experience!

9 The Lofoten Islands Scenic Norway at its best The islands rises majestically from the sea to a height of almost 1,000 metres. The mountains are separated by swathes of green and the water s edge is fringed with white sandy beaches. The water is green, sh. The Midnight sun and friendly people - the Lofoten Islands: the most unspoiled, stunning scenery in Norway. The Midnight Sun The world knows Norway as the Land of the Midnight Sun. Strictly speaking, only North Norway lives up to the name in a literal sense. It is only in the north that the sun truly never sets during the summer months. Tourists who visit this region during the summer will experience the Midnight Sun fully in clear weather, but even if it is cloudy, these light nights are still a completely unique experience. Nights are light during the summer in the rest of the country too, with sunset as late as and sunrise again at The Northern Lights During the dark winter months, North Norway has yet another remarkable phenomenon - the Northern Lights - or Aurora Borealis, ames across the heavens in varying intensity and form. They can manifest as rays arcs or curtains of colour that range from greenish white to deep red. Seeing the Northern Lights blazing across the winter night is an extraordinary and mystical experience. Northern Lights is caused by charged particles from the sun that get caught in the eld, causing air molecules and atoms to light up. During winter the Northern Lights can sometimes be seen across southern Norway as well. TRY LOFOTEN & VESTERÅLEN Day 6 BODØ Overnight and breakfast Thon Hotel Nordlys or similar BODØ - SVOLVÆR Costal steamer from Bodø to Svolvær Arrive Svolvær Overnight and breakfast at Svinøya Rorbuer or similar SVOLVÆR Discover Lofoten area Overnight and breakfast at Svinøya Rorbuer or similar SVOLVÆR - ANDENES Bus from Svolvær to Fiskebøl, ferry to Melbu Continue by bus to Sortland Change bus in Sortland Onwards with bus over Sortland to Andenes Arrive Andenes Overnight at Hotel Marena ANDENES Whale Safari Guiding in whalecenter and whale safari Starting point: Andenes Whale Center Overnight and breakfast at Hotel Marena ANDENES May - September 5 days/ 4 nights or more if you wish to spend more Costal steamer and local busses. TRY800 9

10 TRY THE PROMINENT HOTELS OF THE FJORDS Hotel Ullensvang, Lofthus Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 OSLO Overnight and breakfast at Hotel Continental or similar OSLO DOMBÅS ÅNDALSNES GEIRANGER Train from Oslo to Dombås Departure from Oslo S Centralstation Arrive Dombås Departure from Dombås to Åndalsnes with train Arrive Åndalsnes Departure with bus on the golden route to Geiranger Arrive Geiranger Dinner & overnight at Hotel Union Geiranger GEIRANGER HELLESYLT LOEN ord to Hellesylt Arrive Hellesylt Onward by bus to Loen Arrive Loen Dinner and overnight at Hotel Alexandra LOEN BRIKSDALEN GLACIER ECXURSION LOEN Bus to Briksdalen Arrive Briksdalen Excursion to the Glacier Bus return to Loen Dinner and overnight at Hotel Alexandra LOEN SOGNDAL FLÅM Departure by bus to Sogndal Arrive Sogndal Continue to Flåm by bus Arrive Flåm Dinner and overnight at Fretheim Hotel FLÅM VOSS LOFTHUS Departure with the famous Flåmsbanen to Myrdal Arrive Myrdal Continue to Voss by train Arrive Voss Private transfer from Voss to Lofthus with English speaking driver Dinner and overnight at Hotel Ullensvang LOFTHUS NORHEIMSUND Cruise from Lofthus to Norheimsund Arrive Norheimsund Bus from Norheimsund to Bergen Arrive Bergen Overnight and breakfast at Clarion Collection Hotel Havnekontoret or similar Norwegian Food Traditions & Culinary Trends Bright summers and clean nature. Great mountain expanses, a long coastline and changing seasons. The cent nature is the source of the avour of Norwegian raw ingredients. Modern Norwegian food consists, for preference, of traditional Norwegian dishes, based on ingredients of high quality and prepared in an innovative way. Many of the world`s best chef`s are Norwegian, and what they have in common is that they love to take traditional Norwegian food in new directions. 10 June - August 8 days/ 7 nights or more if you wish to spend more Local/express train, bus and tourist boats. TRY900

11 Winter Nutshell Experience Norway in a Nutshell in the wintertime! The tour takes you from Oslo over the mountains through winterland and down to the fjords! Visit Flåm and the mystic Nærøyfjord, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, via Gudvangen and Voss to Bergen. The water is crystal clear, the mountains covered in snow and hopefully the sun is shining. We invite you to take part in some exciting activities in Flåm, the spectacular place by the fjords. TRY NORWAY IN A WINTERNUTSHELL OSLO Overnight and breakfast at Thon Hotel Bristol or similar OSLO & Sightseeing Breakfast at your hotel before sightseeing! Oslo All Inclusive - Duration; 4 hrs 45 mins. The bus will take you through the city center of Oslo, to the Vigeland Sculpture Park and to the ski jump at Holmenkollen (Photo stop). In Bygdøy, you will visit the Viking Ship Museum and the Fram Museum. The last stop is the Kon-Tiki Museum, where your guide will tell you about Thor Heyerdahl s spectacular expeditions. Overnight and breakfast at Thon Hotel Bristol or similar OSLO - MYRDAL - FLÅM before train departure to Flåm Train from Oslo to Myrdal Arrive Myrdal - change train! Just across the platform! Mountain Railway down to Flåm and the Sognefjord Arrive Flåm and check in at your hotel Enjoy dinner and overnight at Fretheim Hotel, Flåm FLÅM Winter Fjordsafari & Snowshoeing & get ready for some winterfun! Departure from Flåm with RIB boat for a winter fjord safari Arrival back in Flåm and end of Fjordsafari. Time for lunch and relax before your next activity! Departure on the Snowshoe hike tour Arrival back in Flåm Dinner and overnight at Fretheim Hotel FLÅM - GUDVANGEN - VOSS - & morning at leisure! Boat from Flåm to Gudvangen Arrive Gudvangen and change from boat to bus Bus from Gudvangen to Voss Arrive Voss and change from bus to train Train from Voss to Bergen Arrive Bergen Overnight and breakfast at Augustin Hotel or similar Day 6. Spend the day in the colourful city of Bergen. Make sure you ll visit Mount Fløien for a great view of the city! Overnight and breakfast at Augustin Hotel or similar Day 7 - January - April 7 days/ 6 nights or more if you wish to spend more Express / local train, bus and boat. TRY

12 Tromsø Located 350 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle, Tromsø is the capital of the Arctic, surrounded by beautiful fjords and mountains. Tromsø has a population of about 70,000 and covers an area of 2,516 square kilometers. Tromsø is home to the world's northernmost university, botanical garden and cathedral. The zone where the Northern Lights appear is a circle around the Magnetic North Pole. Tromsø is situated in the middle of this zone and, as a result, you have fantastic chances of seeing the Northern Lights here! TRY NORWAY IN SEARCH OF THE NORTHERN LIGHTS TROMSØ Arrive Tromsø Airport - a prebooked taxi transfer is arranged to the city center. Check in for overnight and breakfast at Scandic Ishavshotell or similar Go hunting for the beautiful Northern Light Remember to bring your camera! 5-7 hrs. TROMSØ Villmarksenter & LYNGSFJORD Adventure Pick up by Tromsø Villmarksenter for your dogsled experience! 4 hrs. Time for a short break before you ll continue to Lyngsfjord for more Northern Light hunting, snowmobile and reindeer excursion! Pick up by Lyngsfjord Adventure - transfer from city center to Lyngsfjord for your overnight stay and Northern Light activities! After a thorough safety introduction, it is time to go snowmobile at night. If we are lucky perhaps the Northern Light will show itself to us! Exciting overnight in your choice of accommodation: Sami tent, Wilderness cabin or an Aurora Chalet. LYNGSFJORD Adventure - Reindeer sledding - Tromsø Breakfast before your reindeer sledding excursion! Reindeer sledding is the oldest form of transport in the north, and an ancient part of Sami Culture. You will be driving in pairs, with one sled for each reindeer. Also, you will learn about Sami culture and history Return back to Tromsø city center and check in at Scandic Ishavshotell or similar Optional: Northern Lights Dinner Cruise in the evening - departure at hrs TROMSØ - your pre-booked taxi transfer will take you back to the airport in time for your flight to your next destination! 12 November - April 4 days/ 3 nights or more if you wish to spend more Prebooked taxi transfers, local transfers for activities TRY1900

13 Hurtigruten A winter expedition cruise from Tromsø to Kirkenes along the north coast of Norway is a beautiful experience. The landscape is covered in pure white snow; the air is fresh, pure and crisp. Clusters of cozy houses glow on the shores like embers, and the stunning backdrop of snow-clad mountains reflects the polar twilight. TRY TROMSØ, THE NORTH CAPE & KIRKENES North Cape The North Cape - Europe's northern end: Far inside the Arctic Circle, imagine a place in the far north, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Arctic Ocean and their frigid waters mix: this place is the North Cape in Northern Norway. Here, there is no dry land between you and the North Pole except for the Svalbard Archipelago. In the winter, average temperature at the North Cape can vary between -3 and -11 degrees C, but it can get much colder at times, so bring plenty of warm clothing if you plan to watch the northern lights - which you definitely should. TROMSØ Arrive Tromsø Airport - a pre-booked taxi transfer is arranged to the city center Check in for overnight and breakfast at Scandic Ishavshotell or similar Go hunting for the beautiful Northern Light! Remember to bring your camera. 5-7 hours TROMSØ Villmarksenter & LYNGSFJORD Adventure Pick up by Tromsø Villmarksenter for your dogsled experience! 4 hrs. Time for a short break before you ll continue to Lyngsfjord for more Northern Light hunting, snowmobile and reindeer excursion! Pick up by Lyngsfjord Adventure - transfer from city center to Lyngsfjord for your overnight stay and Northern Light activities! After a thorough safety introduction, it is time to go snowmobile at night. If we are lucky perhaps the Northern Light will show itself to us! Exciting overnight in your choice of accommodation: Sami tent, Wilderness cabin or an Aurora Chalet. LYNGSFJORD Adventure - Reindeer sledding - Coastal steamer Breakfast before your reindeer sledding excursion! Reindeer sledding is the oldest form of transport in the north, and an ancient part of Sami Culture. You will be driving in pairs, with one sled for each reindeer. Also, you will learn about Sami culture and history. Day Return back to Tromsø city center Check in on the coastal steamer for your 2 nights sailing to Kirkenes Hurtigruten departs from Tromsø - follow it all the way to Kirkenes. Overnight onboard - outside cabin. HONNINGSVÅG - The North Cape, Crossing the 71st Parallel Breakfast onboard Arrive Honningsvåg and continue to the North Cape Plateau An excursion to the North Cape Plateau puts you at N, only km from the Geographical North Pole. Standing on top the 307m North Cape plateau gives you a sublime feeling of being at the end of the world. After all, you can t get any further north in mainland Europe. KIRKENES - Kingcrab Safari & Kirkenes Snowhotel Breakfast onboard as you approach Kirkenes. Meet with representative from Kirkenes SnowHotel and go for an amazing experience: A King Crab safari! Departure from Kirkenes via minibus before you change to Snowmobile and go fishing for king crabs. 3 4 hrs. Transfer to the SnowHotel afterwards. Check in and a the Kirkenes SnowHotel for a 3-course dinner and overnight in a snowsuite - A cool experience! KIRKENES Breakfast at the SnowHotel. Also possible to take a sauna and a shower. After check out your minibus will then take you to the airport for departure for your next destination November - April (Snowhotel overnight available from end of Dec.) 6 days/ 5 nights or more if you wish to spend more Prebooked taxi transfers, local transfers for activities TRY

14 Kirkenes Kirkenes is situated between two time zones; Helsinki and Moscow. In Kirkenes, which lies in the municipality of Sør-Varanger, people speak Norwegian, Sami, Finnish and Russian. The small mining town has approximately 3,300 inhabitants. The nature in Sør-Varanger will give you fantastic experiences. In the Pasvik Valley, you will find one of the biggest remaining primeval forests in Norway. In the middle of this fascinating landscape you can treat yourself with an unforgettable experience stay overnight at the amazing Kirkenes SnowHotel! Here you can even order a northern lights wake up call before going to bed. TRY KIRKENES & THE SNOWHOTEL KIRKENES Arrive Kirkenes - transfer from the airport by a pre-booked taxi or by your very own dogsled transfer - a once in a lifetime experience! Get ready for an evening tour on snowmobile! Duration 2 hrs. Overnight and breakfast at Thon Hotel Kirkenes KIRKENES & Dogsledding before it is time to get ready for a thrilling experience: Dogsledding! You will be picked up from your hotel! Note! Require good physical health. 2 hrs. Overnight and breakfast at Thon Hotel Kirkenes Kingcrab Safari & Overnight at the Snowhotel Breakfast at your hotel & morning at leisure before you meet with representative from Kirkenes SnowHotel and go for an amazing experience: A King Crab safari! Departure from Kirkenes via minibus before you change to Snowmobile and go fishing for king crabs. Duration 3-4 hrs. Transfer from King Crab safari to the SnowHotel afterwards. Check in at the Kirkenes Snowhotel for a 3-course dinner and overnight in a snowsuite - A cool experience! KIRKENES Breakfast at the SnowHotel. Also possible to take a sauna and a shower. After check out your minibus will then take you to the airport for departure for your next destination. 14 December - April 4 days/ 3 nights or more if you wish to spend more Local transport & transfers TRY2100

15 IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND PRACTICAL TIPS Language English is Scandinavia`s second language uently throughout. Transfers Transfers are only included where indicated. Otherwise, taxis are reliable and easy to nd in Scandinavia City Tours & Excursions ered in all major cities as well as excursions on buses and boats into the countryside. We can include most such tours, either public or by eured car. Hotels All hotels are well runned and respected establishments. Hotel rates include rooms with private facilities (toilet, shower or bath), service charge, tax and breakfast unless otherwise noted. Meals Scandinavian breakfast are included in all hotel rates and tours and are et style. When lunch/dinner is included in the itinerary it is normally a three course erent et style. Side orders and beverages are not normally included. Luggage It is recommended to pack lightly as cult to carry too many suitcases when using public buses, trains or ferries. Porter service is not easily available. Try Norway AS Addr: P.O. Box 684 N Drammen, Norway Tel: Mobile: trynorway@trynorway.no

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