Travelzoo: Norway in a Nutshell
- 8 days
- £1,399
- Travel by train from London to the port city of Kiel
- Enjoy an overnight cruise ferry voyage with Color Line to Oslo
- Take the stunning Bergen Line rail journey to Bergen
- From Bergen, experience a fjord cruise and the famous Flam Railway on an unforgettable daytrip
- Decide when you would like to travel
- Adapt the route to suit your plans
- Upgrade hotels and rail journeys
- Add extra nights, destinations and/or tours
- Standard class rail travel with seat reservations
- 7 nights’ hotel accommodation with breakfast
- Overnight journey from Kiel to Oslo in an ensuite 2-berth inside cabin
- Norway in a Nutshell excursion from Bergen
- Easy-to-follow travel documentation
Departures every Thursday from 25 September 2025 to 23 April 2026 (excluding 25 December)
Suggested Itinerary
Make your way to London St Pancras today for your Eurostar journey into the Netherlands. After crossing the channel and passing through Brussels, your Eurostar whizzes up into the Dutch polders at breakneck speed, and with one easy platform-change in Rotterdam or Amsterdam, you’ll be in the small town of Amersfoort, an insight into a more authentic Dutch experience.
Stay overnight at the NH Hotel Amersfoort (or similar).
After breakfast today, head back to the station and travel in comfort aboard an InterCity service through the scenic landscapes of the Netherlands and into Germany.
On arrival in Osnabrück, step aboard a sleek, high-speed ICE train for the direct connection to Kiel, a stylish and relaxing way to reach the historic port city on the Baltic Sea. Check in at the Intercity Kiel (or similar) next to the station for an overnight stay.
You’ll be able to leave your luggage in your hotel today and enjoy a free morning in Kiel. The Color Line cruise ferry arrives into port at 10am, so you should be able to see it across the harbour!
From midday, you’ll be able to check in for your overnight voyage to Norway. Settle into your cabin and then head out to explore this fantastic ship, with its onboard dining, entertainment, leisure and shopping options. Talk to us about pre-booking your meals or the evening show onboard, if you would be interested in this.
You’ll want to be on deck early to watch as your ship cruises through the majestic Oslofjord, with its fishing villages, boats and 100 populated islands. Dock in at Oslo port around 10am and make your way to the Home Hotel Folketeateret (or similar), where you have a 2-night stay.
Oslo is a fascinating capital with a vibrant culture and a wide range of museums. Don’t miss a visit to the ultra-modern Munch Museum in the harbour, dedicated to the famous Norwegian painter of The Scream, or a look around the imposing Akershus Fortress.
After breakfast this morning, check out of your hotel and head to Oslo’s main station for a stunning journey on the Bergen Line, which takes you across the country to the west coast. Arriving into Bergen, make your way to the Thon Hotel Bristol (or similar), where you have a 2-night stay.
Bergen is a lovely city, dating back to the 11th century. The photogenic, UNESCO World Heritage-listed Hanseatic houses around Vågen in the city centre provide a fascinating insight into Bergen’s medieval trading past. You can also take in sweeping views over the whole area from the top of the Fløibanen funicular.
The highlight of your holiday, today starts with a rail journey back to Myrdal on the Bergen Line, followed by a trip on the world-famous Flåm Railway which winds through the mountains down to the little village of Flåm on the western end of the Aurlandsfjord. There’s time for a look around here before you board a boat for a cruise through the fjord to Gudvangen.
In Gudvangen, disembark and take a scenic journey by bus to Voss, where you’ll pick up the train back to Bergen.
Pick up some last souvenirs in Bergen today before your flight back to London. If you’d rather fly into airports in other cities, we can look at this for you (supplements may apply).
Typical hotels on this itinerary
Amersfoort
Just a 5-minute walk from both the central station and the city centre, NH Amersfoort combines modern comfort with a prime location. Rooms feature stylish décor, spacious bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and a choice of pillows for a restful night’s sleep. Enjoy fresh, seasonal dishes at Gusto restaurant, or unwind with a drink on the terrace or at the bar.
Kiel
The InterCityHotel Kiel is conveniently located next to Kiel’s main station and the harbour. Bedrooms are soundproofed, with satellite TV, mini bar, safe, complimentary Wi-Fi internet access and a private bathroom. Breakfast is served in the hotel’s restaurant, which has great views over Kiel Harbour.
Oslo
Located just steps from Oslo Central Station, this stylish hotel offers modern rooms, free Wi-Fi, and complimentary extras including a light evening meal, all-day coffee, and afternoon cakes. Guests can also enjoy the unique 1930s New York–inspired gym with boxing touches alongside modern equipment. The hotel also shares a building with the Folketeateret theatre.
Bergen
Centrally located on Torgalmenningen Square, this hotel offers bright rooms with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars. Enjoy breakfast with city views in the rooftop restaurant, complimentary lobby coffee, as well as easy access to the historic area of Bryggen, the Fløibanen funicular and Bergen Central Station.
