Recreational fjord hike in UNESCO s world heritage site Geirangerfjord - Walking, sightseeing and tastes of local food.

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2 Recreational fjord hike in UNESCO s world heritage site Geirangerfjord - Walking, sightseeing and tastes of local food. Dag 1: 15.00: Check-in at Petrines Gjestgiveri. The guesthouse is located in Norddal, a small detour from the traditional tourist route Geiranger-Trollstigen. You will be accommodated in modern rooms with nostalgic surroundings inspired by Carl Larson. A perfect place to enjoy the silence, tastes of the local food, and the breathtaking views of the mountains, the fjord and the village 17.00: Easy walk in the historical cultural landscape in Norddal. You will receive a map over The Happy Norddal by check-in : You will be served a three course dinner in homely atmosphere. Courses of brown deer, kjekjøt", (from goat) herdalskre (trout from Herdal Lake), salmon and tempting desserts like homemade caramel pudding, apple cake and strawberry cake is to be found on the menu. Served with the food you can enjoy homemade apple cider, Petrines Gjestgiveri has all rights in the bar if you prefer something stronger. Dag 2: 09.00: Breakfast at Petrines Gjestgiveri 11.30: Departure from the dock in Geiranger for an exclusive fjord cruise on the famous Geirangerfjord combined with a hike to the abandoned mountain farm Skageflå. Skageflå is located 270 meters above sea level. This is the most famous of the old farms, much due to the fact that King Harald and Queen Sonja celebrated their 25 th anniversary as a married couple here in At Skageflå you will also find the official plaquette from UNESCO.

3 The boat M/S Geiranger will drop you off at Skageflå where the hike starts, and you will be picked up here afterwards. The path is marked, but you walk at your own responsibility. Show consideration to the nature and surroundings. Remember good footwear, water and be careful! 19.00: Three course dinner at Petrines Gjestgiveri Day 3: 09.00: Breakfast and departure from Petrines Gjestgiveri Geirangerfjord is known as the real jewel of the Norwegian fjords. With its characteristic S shape, high waterfalls and abandoned mountain farms, the fjord landscape is included on UNESCO s list of World Heritage sites since 14 th of July Here you find unspoilt and beautiful nature and cultural experiences the whole year round! Price per person NOK 2295 Accommodation in double room - 2 nights Breakfast and three course dinner - 2 days Lunch for excursion; Fjordcruise / Skageflå Hiking map The Happy Norddal Access to wireless internet. Lake: ph: or lake.no and visitgeirangerfjord.com

4 Experience Geirangerfjord and surroundings - UNESCO s World heritage site Accommodation at historical Hotel Union in Geiranger. The hotel offer a warm welcome and can guarantee unforgettable service, delicious, local food made from exquisite ingredients, pampering and relaxation in our spa and the most breathtaking views of the world`s most beautiful fjord. Entrance to Geiranger Fjord Center. With exhibits based on the lives and livelihoods of the people of the Geirangerfjord, the center offers a unique and rewarding insight into the history, the colorful people and the fabulous natural scenery of the area. The interactive multimedia exhibit From Mountain to Fjord will show you the stunning natural World Heritage Site as it appears through the four seasons of the year Ferry cruise on the Geirangerfjord. Explore the almost unbelievably steep mountainsides and the many waterfalls, traces of human habitation and toil as evidenced in the many abandoned mountain farms make the most lasting impression. This excursion includes a visit to Peer Gynt Gallery at Hellesylt. This gallery is the new, large art centre of western Norway. Here you can view the unique and inimitable carvings of the famous Norwegian wood carver Oddvin Parr,with his scenes from Henrik Ibsen s "Peer Gynt". Rental of nordic walking poles, including map with suggestions for walks in the area; Storseterfossen and Vesteråsfjellet. If you are interested in your own Nordic walking guide it can be arranged for a smaller fee. Price per person NOK 2685 Accommodation, half board at Union Hotel, 2 nights Entrance to bath & spa at Union Hotel Entrance to Geiranger Fjord Center Ferry excursion roundtrip Geiranger/Hellesylt Rental of Nordic Walking poles and map Lake: ph.: or lake.no and visitgeirangerfjord.com

5 Fjords og Mountains hotel vacation i Geiranger Geiranger - magnificent, wild and beautiful. In the middle of this panoramic countryside - in the centre of Geiranger and right on the fjord - you will find Hotell Geiranger, a comfortable hotel with Norwegian hospitality and atmosphere. Hotell Geiranger dates back to the 1860s, but is today a modern hotel with all the comfort and facilities guests from all corners of the world have come to expect. In a harmonic blend of old and new, the guests will experience a homelike, truly Norwegian atmosphere. Enjoy our wide range of activities combined with some of highlights from Geiranger World Heritage Site. Exclusive fjord cruise on Geirangerfjord combined with hike to Skageflå (bring lunch package from the hotel) Entrance to Geiranger Fjord Center. The centre offers a unique and rewarding insight into the history, the colourful people and the fabulous natural scenery of the area. The interactive multimedia exhibit From Mountain to Fjord will show you the stunning natural World Heritage Site as it appears through the four seasons of the year. Included you will receive maps with a wide range of suggestions for walks and hikes you can do on your own; i.e. Dalsnibba, Trollstigen, Storseterfossen etc. Price from NOK 1950 per person i doubleroom (Avail. May 1st September 1st) Accommodation, half board at Hotell Geiranger, 2 nights Fjord cruice at Geirangerfjord Entrance to Geiranger Fjord Center Lunch Maps Lake: ph.: or lake.no and visitgeirangerfjord.com

6 Family vacation between fjords and mountains Accommodation in high standard cabin in Geiranger Visit to Union Hotel to enjoy the children s swimming pool, outdoor therapy pool, indoor swimming pool and children s playarea. Fjord cruise on the famous Geirangerfjord combined with a hike to Skageflå, 270 meters above sea level. This is the most famous of the old farms, much due to the fact that King Harald and Queen Sonja celebrated their 25 th anniversary as married couple here in At Skageflå you will also find the official plaquett from UNESCO. Visit Herdalssetra. Experience modern milk production in the surroundings of the idyllic Herdal Mountain Summer farm in Norddal. It has operated continuously for 300 years - it is like a live museum. The summer farm is located by the beautiful Herdal Lake, 500 meters above sea level. Entrance to Geiranger Fjord Center. The centre offers a unique and rewarding insight into the history, the colorful people and the fabulous natural scenery of the area. The interactive multimedia exhibit From Mountain to Fjord will show you the stunning natural World Heritage Site as it appears through the four seasons of the year. Art exhibition, shop, café. You will receive maps with a wide range of suggestions for walks and hikes you can do on your own; i.e Vesteråsfjellet, Storseterfossen etc. Let your children explore our world heritage! Family offer from NOK 3500 (2 adults + 2 children) Accommodation in high standard cabin, 3 nights Fjord cruise on Geirangerfjord Entrance to Geiranger Fjord Center Entrance to bath and spa at Union Hotel Visit to Herdalssetra Maps Lake: ph.: or lake.no and visitgeirangerfjord.com

7 Adrenalin rush in UNESCO s world heritage site Geirangerfjord Accommodation in cabins at Kragebakk in Valldalen. The cabins are high standard and are located between Trollstigen and Geiranger, two of the most spectacular sights to see when you are visiting Norway Gubrandscanyoning the canyoning takes place close to Gudbrandsjuvet, 15 km from Valldal in direction of Trollstigen. Jumping into the river from heights up to 10 metres, rappelling and climbing are some of the activities and challenges you will experience. Rafting in Valldøla the rafting starts from Hoel Bridge where we go through safety instructions. During the trip you can try swimming and jumping in the rapids. We make a lunch stop with bonfire, hot drinks and svele - a Norwegian specialty. After lunch we start on the last and most interesting part of the trip with more speed, bigger waves and rapids. After about 12 km with beautiful nature, big impressions and exhilarating rapids, we float down on the rafts into the deep, blue and beautiful Norddals fjord by the Valldal village. Let s hit the road for a fantastic day on the bike. We bike Ørnevegen down to Geiranger, and from Geiranger roundtrip to Dalsnibba. A difference in altitude of 3500 meters! If you do not want to bike all of it you can catch a ride with our service car. Bring friends, colleagues or family to explore our world heritage site the adrenaline way! Price NOK 2900 per person Accommodation in high standard cabins, 3 nights. (Each cabin has 3 bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom, toilet, TV and wireless internet.) Gubrandscanyoning Rafting Biking All necessary equipment for the activities Lake: ph.: or lake.no and visitgeirangerfjord.com

8 Explore the winterparadise in Fjord Norway - Strandafjellet Explore skiing in one of Norway s most spectacular ski destinations. Our experienced guides will provide you adventures skiing suited to your skills. Strandafjellet ski destination offer good snow conditions and extraordinary views of mountains that plunge into the beautiful blue fjord. Strandafjellet ski destination offer 7 lifts, 17 downhill runs in various difficulties, children`s area, terrain park and perhaps the best off-piste opportunities in Scandinavia Combine perfect skiing with a delicious warm lunch and breathtaking views at the new pavilion located 786 meters above sea level. Price NOK 780 per person Liftpass (1 day) Guide Lunch at the pavilion Lake: ph.: or lake.no and visitgeirangerfjord.com

9 Information: Lake can assist you in organizing your trip to Fjord Norway. We know the small places and local secrets as well as our well known famous sights and attractions. We can tailor make a travel that includes accommodation, delicious food, exciting activities and attractions. Our region offers all you need for memorable moments of fjords, waterfalls, glaciers and spectacular nature! Contact us to book one of our trips, or to let us help you to design a travel for your needs and dreams. For more information please contact: Lake Tinggt. 3 N Stryn Tlf.: info@lake.no Destination Geirangerfjord is the destination company for the attractive area from Geirangerfjord to Trollstigen. Their main focus is to market the region as a tourism destination and to promote the trade of products and services for the company- and community members. For more information please contact: Destination Geirangerfjord-Trollstigen AS N-6216 Geiranger Tel.: info@visitgeirangerfjord.com