Deluxe 15-Day Norway Summer Fjords Discovery with Flam, Bergen & Trondheim

Booking Summary: After you book, please follow the instructions in your booking summary email and ensure you complete your Traveller Details in full.

• Luxury Escapes asks that you please complete the Traveller Details form in your ‘My Escapes’ account within 7 days of booking. Following its completion, our Tours Concierge Team will be in touch to assist with any additional arrangements – including flights.
• Traveller Details are required in full to confirm all arrangements for your tour. Please complete the Traveller Details form as soon as possible in your ‘My Escapes’ account. Failure to complete the form within 100 days of departure may result in losing your spot on the tour.
• If your booking is on a non-guaranteed departure, this initial email is not your tour confirmation. Tours often require a minimum number of travellers to go ahead, so your departure may not be guaranteed immediately.
• Please note that for guaranteed departures, a minimum of two people are required to book. In the event that only one passenger has booked, you will be given the opportunity to move your departure to another date.
• Once there is an update on the status of your tour, you will be contacted via email by the Luxury Escapes Tours Concierge Team, and they will advise whether the tour has been confirmed. Please do not book flights or make any non-flexible arrangements until you receive this update.
• Should you require assistance with your tour, please contact our Tours Concierge Team at tours@luxuryescapes.com, who will be happy to assist with any of your queries and who will support you right up until you return from your journey.
• Travellers 18 years and under cannot be accommodated on tour.

Update 19 December 2024: Amendments & Cancellations section updated, please see below.

Please note, our 7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee and Date Change policy does not apply to Tours

• All deposits, service fee, and payments are non-refundable.
• Where Luxury Escapes Tours may allow a cancellation for credit due to exceptional circumstances (and at its sole discretion) and where a cancellation/credit is not otherwise permitted, an additional service fee above and beyond the existing fees in the agreed payment schedules applies for A$300 per person will apply.
• For Trusted Partner operated tours, additional fees may apply.

Date Changes

• Changes can be made on request by contacting the Tours Concierge Team at tours@luxuryescapes.com.
• Tours pricing is dynamic and can change at any time.
• Additional fees and fare difference may apply.
• Changes are not permitted after your final payment date.
• For Trusted Partner operated tours, additional fees may apply.
• Date change conditions listed above do not apply to flights or pre- and post-tour accommodation booked with us. Flight fulfilment and changes are governed by the airline(s) selected at the time of booking. For your air travel, you are bound by the terms and conditions and fare rules of the selected airline(s). For pre- and post-tour accommodation, these reservations are not directly linked to your tour and may require a separate cost to change, as stated in your ‘My Escapes.’

Itinerary Amendments & Changes

• Occasionally our itineraries are updated prior to departure. This may be to accommodate changes in weather, public holidays, common seasonal changes to timetables and transport routes, and unforeseen circumstances.
• In the event of a change in itinerary (for safety reasons or due to events outside of our control) that results in cancellation or change fees toward flights (or other parts of your travel) we will notify you as soon as practicable.
• You will be responsible for any associated costs or will otherwise have the right to a refund (less any costs incurred or paid to third parties).

Surcharges

• After completing your booking, your tour cost may be subject to additional surcharges due to factors beyond the control of Luxury Escapes.
• Where the cost of delivering your selected tour materially increases between the time of purchase and delivery, we reserve the right to increase the balance due. Increases may be in relation to, but not limited to, currency fluctuations, taxes, airfares, fuel surcharges, tour costs or government changes due to health and safety restrictions. A material increase will be considered one in excess of 10% of the package price.

Fine Print and package inclusions are accurate at the time of purchase and not subject to change, unless updates or corrections are specifically noted in the latest Fine Print with a timestamp. Please check the Fine Print prior to departure for any updates.

We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to website’s terms and conditions.

Accommodation for the duration of your tour is included in the Tour package.

• You can find relevant accommodation details for each day of the itinerary on the Tour offer page, or in your ‘My Escapes’.

Please note:

• Accommodation is subject to availability and may be substituted for a hotel of a similar or higher standard without notice.
• Rooms will be made available after 4pm on the day of arrival. Checkout is required by 12pm. Early check-in and late checkout may be available upon request, subject to availability. Additional fees may apply.
• Maximum room capacity (Twin Room) is two adults. Maximum room capacity (Solo) is one adult.
• All special requests, such as those regarding bedding preferences, are subject to availability and can only be confirmed upon check-in. Room assignments and bedding configurations may vary based on the destination and hotel policies, and are handled directly by the hotel staff.

Pre- & Post-Tour Accommodation

Pre- and post-tour accommodation can be booked to extend your stay before or after your tour by contacting our Tours Concierge Team at tours@luxuryescapes.com.

Luxury Escapes uses a range of accommodation partners. For pre- and post-tour accommodation options where we can offer the same hotel as the start and end of your tour, your pre- and post-tour accommodation will be booked independent of your tour. If the hotel for your tour changes, this will be independent of your pre- or post-tour accommodation booking. In this instance, change fees may apply on your pre- or post-tour accommodation. If you choose to change, change fees can be found in your ‘My Escapes’.

For pre- and post-tour accommodation bookings, you may be required to check out of your room and check in again on the first or last day of your tour. You will need to confirm these details directly with the hotel.

Please contact the Tours Concierge Team at tours@luxuryescapes.com for further information.

• Return international flights
• Return airport transfers
• Visas
• Single supplement
• Meals/drinks not stated in the itinerary
• Optional activities/tours, personal expenses/transfers not mentioned
• Travel insurance (required)
• Tips and gratuities
• Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.

• Optional experiences may be cancelled if minimum numbers to operate are not met. Final confirmation of your optional excursions and activities will be provided while on tour.
• Optional experiences can only be booked online up to 120 days prior to departure, dependent on your tour’s guidelines, via My Escapes or by contacting our dedicated Tours Concierge Team at tours@luxuryescapes.com.
• Optional experiences that require flight bookings are on a request basis, subject to availability until booked and confirmed, and may incur surcharges. After this time, bookings can be made through your guide while on the tour.
• All optional experiences are subject to availability.
• Optional experiences may be updated prior to departure to accommodate changes in weather, common seasonal changes to timetables and transport routes, and unforeseen circumstances.
• Optional experiences are non-refundable within 60 days of departure, unless cancelled due minimum numbers on tour not being met or unforeseen circumstances on tour.

Arrival & Departure Airport Transfers

• Location: Pick up from Oslo Airport (OSL) to Oslo accommodation on Day 1 OR pick up from Trondheim accommodation to Trondheim Airport, Vaernes (TRD) on Day 15.
• Transfers required between 9pm and 7am incur a 20% surcharge, regardless of flight delays.

Alesund guided kayak tour

• What to bring: Wind and waterproof jacket, warm sweater, hat and gloves (on cold days), sun hat and sunglasses (on sunny days), camera, water and snacks.
• Date/Times: 1 May – 13 June 2025 begins 11am, 14 June – 31 August 2025 begins 10am or 2pm, 1 September – 31 October 2025 begins 11am.
• Inclusions: Tour guide, dry suit, kayak, spray skirt, life jacket, possible to borrow a paddling jacket.
• Location: Meet at the activity centre Notenesgata 3 in Aleseund.
• Passengers must be aged 5 years or older to participate and must be comfortable with water.
• Passengers must not be under the influence of alcohol or have consumed alcohol prior to this experience.
• A maximum weight limit of 120kg applies.
• No previous paddling experience required, you will paddle a total of 7km.

Alesund Wildlife Sea Safari

• What to bring: Waterproof shoes, comfortable clothing under the thermal suit, hat, gloves (recommended) and sunscreen if sunny.
• Dates/Times: Seasonal; specific start times provided at booking.
• Inclusions: Tour guide with local knowledge, thermal suit, life jacket, and goggles.
• Location: Meet at the activity centre Notenesgata 3 in Aleseund.
• Minimum age 10 years, must be above 140 cm and comfortable with water.
• Passengers must not be under the influence of alcohol or have consumed alcohol prior to this experience.

Alesund E-bike Tour

• What to bring: Windproof jacket, warm sweater, hat, gloves, sunglasses, sunscreen, water, and snacks.
• Dates/Times: 10 May – 14 September, starting at 12pm.
• Inclusions: Guide, electric bike, helmet.
• Location: Meet at the activity centre Notenesgata 3 in Aleseund.
• A minimum of three participants are required for this tour to operate.

Kalvag Fishing Tour

• What to bring: Weather-appropriate clothing, sunscreen, water and snacks.
• Inclusions: Boat, driver, fishing equipment and buoyancy aids.
• Location: Meet at Knutholmen quay.
• Minimum 2 passengers required, maximum 4 passengers per trip.
• The trip may be adjusted or cancelled due to weather for safety.
• Indulge in the ultimate relaxation with a wood-fired sauna experience on Kalvag’s floating sauna. Overlooking a serene bay, this unique sauna lets you enjoy the warmth as you watch boats drift by, birds chatter, and perhaps even spot an eagle. End each sauna session with a refreshing plunge into the sea – a healthy, invigorating ritual.

Kalvag Floating Sauna

• What to bring: Swimwear.
• Location: Kalvag Bay floating sauna.
• BYO drinks are permitted, guidelines on alcohol and hygiene provided at booking.
• Minimum 2 passengers required, maximum 10 per session.
• Towels and bathrobes are available for rent.

Transfers

• Arrival and departure transfers are NOT included with your tour, please plan accordingly.
• Arrival and departure transfers may be added to your package as an optional extra during the booking process.

Tipping

• Tipping and gratuities are not expected in this destination, but are welcome at your discretion. Tipping for dinners in restaurants is common; as a guide, approximately 5–10% is standard.

Please Note:

• Due to hotel constraints, twin beds cannot be accommodated Hotel Alexandra, Loen. Should separate bedding be required at this destination, it is recommended to book solo traveller packages throughout.
• Tours departing on 11 September 2025 will stay at Bergen Hotel Zander K (Superior Room) or similar on Days 4 and 5, and may stay at Fretheim Hotel or similar on Day 3. Departures on 12 June 2025 may stay at Bergen Børs Hotel or similar on Days 4 and 5.
• On the evening of Day 2, guests must leave their luggage at the Oslo hotel reception. This will be picked up early in the morning on Day 3 and delivered to the Bergen hotel on Day 4. Guests must bring an overnight bag for the evening of Day 3 and will not have access to their luggage until arrival in Bergen on Day 4.

• Passengers are permitted one piece of baggage with a maximum weight of 23kg on tour.
• Passengers are permitted one additional, smaller piece of hand-luggage with a maximum weight of 7kg on tour.

Travel Insurance

• Travel insurance is required on all our tours, which (at a minimum) covers medical expenses and repatriation. You may not be permitted to join the tour group if evidence of travel insurance is not provided prior to your trip. If you are unable to obtain travel insurance for whatever reason, you may be required to sign a waiver and/or provide a letter from a medical practitioner which confirms you are fit for travel. For any enquiries regarding travel insurance, please call 1300 88 99 00 or email sales@luxuryescapes.com.

Passports & Visas

• A visa may be required. It is the traveller’s responsibility to ensure they hold a current visa for the countries visited on tour. If the traveller is on a non-Australian passport, a valid re-entry visa may be required.
• You are responsible for visas, entry, health and other requirements, and any documents required by laws, regulations, orders and/or requirements of countries visited. Luxury Escapes and/or its servants and agents are not responsible for passport and visa requirements or for any loss you sustain for failing to comply with laws, regulations, orders and/or requirements of countries visited.
• A valid passport with a minimum validity of 6 months beyond your return travel date is required for all passengers (including children and infants).

Traveller Details

• Traveller Details must be completed for each individual traveller.
• Travellers must advise of any medical conditions or dietary requirements. Failure to provide such information in advance of your tour may result in an inability to cater to your requirements.
• We work with exceptional local tour providers to present uniquely crafted packages that encompass sightseeing tours and excursions. Our tour provider partners are dedicated to making every effort to accommodate specific requirements. However, it should be noted that the extent to which they can address mobility and accessibility needs may vary, depending on the nature of the sightseeing tour and activities involved. Please contact tours@luxuryescapes.com so we can advise whether your specific needs can be accommodated.
• Special dietary requirements can be catered for in most cases, however, on occasion this may not be possible due to location, lack of availability of unique ingredients, and other extenuating circumstances. It is always advised to carry any necessary supplies with you.
• Passport details are required for all bookings. In some cases, a digital copy of your passport may be requested by Luxury Escapes to book certain elements of your trip.
• If a photo of your passport is requested, failure to provide valid photo ID will result in your booking being cancelled and all monies paid remaining non-refundable. When requested, a digital copy of your passport must be provided for each guest at least 90 days prior to your tour departure.
• Should you require any assistance with your Traveller Details, please contact our Tours Concierge Team at tours@luxuryescapes.com.

Tour Pace

• It’s important to note that specific activities and intensity levels may vary between different tour operators and destinations. When selecting a group tour, it’s advisable to carefully review the itinerary, activity descriptions and fitness requirements to ensure a suitable match for your preferences and physical capabilities.
  • Relaxed: Leisurely pace with limited walking or physical demands. Opportunity for ample free time and leisure activities. Suitable for individuals seeking a laidback experience.
  • Moderate: Usually more than one day in a location. Balanced mix of exploration and physical engagement. Suitable for participants with a reasonable level of fitness. Exploring cities on foot, visiting landmarks and guided excursions. Requires a moderate level of stamina and physical activity.
  • Active: Activities most days. Generally, not staying in a location for two days or more. Suitable for participants with high fitness levels and a sense of adventure.

Travel Styles

• Fully Guided Tour: You’ll have a tour director and driver with you throughout the entire trip, from start to finish.
• Partially Guided Tour: You’ll have a tour driver and local guides at specific locations or portions of the trip, but not the entire time. There might be different local guides for different regions.
• Self-Guided Tour: You will not have a guide for your trip. You will be provided detailed trip notes with elements, such as accommodation and transport, pre-booked for you.

Health and Fitness Acknowledgement:

• Travellers acknowledge that they are required to have a good level of health and fitness to undertake the activities on this tour.
• There are limitations to the degree of accommodations that can be made if travellers are unable to partake in the included activities on this tour. Please consider suitability as additional costs could apply.
• Travellers also acknowledge and agree that neither we nor the tour provider will be able to provide medical or other assistance in the event that they are unable to complete any aspect of the tour as a result of their health or physical condition (nor are we liable for any loss, damage, expense, injury or death arising from such).

Your tour begins at your Oslo accommodation and ends at your Trondheim accommodation.

Return flights are not included in your package and must be purchased separately. ** If your chosen tour departure date is guaranteed at the time of booking, you may be able to purchase flights immediately. If your tour departure date is not yet guaranteed (still pending minimum numbers), flights should not be booked until you receive an update on the status of your tour.**

Please book your flights to arrive at Oslo Airport (OSL) by 3pm on Day 1 and depart from Trondheim Airport, Vaernes (TRD) at any time on Day 15.

Important: Please allow for travelling time from international countries. International flights are not included in your package and must be purchased separately. It is your responsibility to make your own travel arrangements and ensure that you arrive at your starting location on your chosen tour start date.

A visa may be required for the destination you are visiting. It is each traveller’s responsibility to ensure they are holding a current visa. Please take the time to visit our preferred vendor website, Visas Direct, to assist you with any visa application requirements and processes. If you require any supporting documentation when applying for your visa, please let us know and we will be more than happy to assist. Click here to visit the website.

Need flights? Our dedicated flights concierge can assist with all your flight requirements (subject to availability). Contact sales@luxuryescapes.com.

Important Destination Information:

Norway

Time zone: GMT+1 (Central European Time)

Telephone: +47

Currency: Norwegian krone (NOK)

Accessing money: ATMs are available with credit cards accepted throughout the country.

Language: Norwegian, Sami

Climate: Most of Norway has a maritime climate with mild winters and cool summers.

Dress code: Casual; sports and outdoor gear are common away from the cities.