Coastal Explorer & Atlantic Road Fly-Drive

Fly from the UK to Bergen and transfer to the city centre where you'll spend the first two-nights of your Norwegian adventure. The remainder of the day is at leisure.

Overnight at Thon Hotel Bristol Bergen or similar

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Enjoy a free day in this vibrant city. A stroll through picturesque Bryggan with its iconic, tilted houses and concealed maze of wooden walkways is a must do for any visitor. When lunch time rolls around, the nearby Torget Fish Market is an excellent place to sample fresh seafood. We also recommend a ride up to the top of Mt. Fløyen on the Fløibanen funicular for sweeping views of this fjord-side city. (B)

Overnight at Thon Hotel Bristol Bergen or similar

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Pick up your hire car and start your Norwegian road trip, heading towards Førde. The drive will take you through varied coastal landscapes, past forests, through valleys and over mountains. Perhaps, stop in for a visit at the Sunnfjord Museum, just outside of Førde. If you have time, the Scenic Route Gaularfjellet is a drive which offers up fantastic waterfalls. (B)

Overnight at Thon Hotel Forde or similar

Speak to your Norway specialist if you are interested in extending your stay in the area to have more time to enjoy the spectacular Sognefjord (the largest fjord in Norway) or to do a tour of the Jostedal Glacier. You can either spend more time in Førde or opt to spend a night or two in Balestrand, at the end of the Gaularfjellet Scenic Route.

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Drive from Førde to the coastal town of Måløy today, perhaps making a stop in the idyllic town of Florø, Norway's westernmost town. Måløy is quite small, but natural attractions just outside the town centre are worth the visit. The 1.5 km long stretch of fine white sand at Refviksanden is one of the most beautiful beaches in the country, and the characteristic Kannesteinen rock is an impressive sight to behold. (B)

Overnight at Thon Hotel Maloy or similar

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Today, on your way to Ålesund, we recommend a visit to the monastery island of Selje, a truly unique place. In Ålesund, we recommend a walk up Mount Aksla for sweeping views of the area. Ålesund has some of the world's most unique Art Nuoveau buildings so we highly recommend taking the time to explore the city on your own or taking part in a guided walk. (B)

Overnight at Thon Hotel Alesund or similar

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Take a break from driving and really immerse yourself in Norway's prettiest town, where there are heaps of exciting activities to take part in, like deep sea fishing, kayaking trips or high-speed RIB safaris. The hiking in the area is also excellent - the view from the top of Sukkertoppen (The Sugar Top) is truly worth the hike up! Or, head over to the spectacular, UNESCO world heritage Geirangerfjord for the day. (B)

Overnight at Thon Hotel Alesund or similar

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Today, it's time for a true highlight - drive one of the most dramatic stretches of road in all of Norway - The Atlantic Road National Scenic Route which goes from Bud to Kristiansund. This road winds its way alongside the ocean's edge, and jumps between islands and islets by a series of eight bridges. Along  the drive there are several attractions worth keeping an eye out for, including the elevated hiking path at Eldhusøya. (B)

Overnight at Thon Hotel Kristiansund or similar

Whilst in Kristiansund a trip on the local Sundåten boat is a must. Kristiansund's town centre is spread over four islands and the boat service has transported passengers around the city for over 200 years. Perhaps take a visit to Grip Island to see one of the smallest stave churches in the world. When you're ready to leave Kristiansund, it's time for the final leg of your road trip. Upon arrival into Trondheim, where you'll spend your final two nights, you will return the hire car. (B)

Overnight at Thon  Nidaros Hotel Trondheim or similar

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Your morning and afternoon are free at leisure for you to explore Norway's 3rd largest city and formal capital. Perhaps pop into one of the many museums or galleries, or visit the impressive Nidaros Cathedral which is the largest medieval building in Scandinavia. Other sites of note are the Archbishop’s Palace which houses the crown jewels and Stiftsgarden, the oldest wooden palace in Scandinavia. (B)

Overnight at Thon Hotel Nidaros Trondheim or similar

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After breakfast, transfer to the Airport for your flight back to the UK. (B)