WALKING & HIKING
Jostedalsbreen Glacier
NORWAY
Flatbreen Glacier
DAY 1 Walk across fertile valleys dotted with wildflowers, farms and waterfalls | Visit privately owned Stalheim Folk Museum, where exhibits depict Norwegian life from the Middle Ages to World War II | Savor delicious homemade specialties at a mountain farm. » Stalheim Hotel - Casual DAYS 2–3 Boat among Norway’s pristine fjords | Join a local guide to explore the rural landscape and learn more about its flora and fauna | Behold Urnes Stave Church, a World Heritage site built in the 12th century | Ferry through spectacular Nærøyfjord, Europe’s narrowest fjord | A guided hiking tour on sapphire-blue Nigardsbreen Glacier awaits. » Walaker Hotel - Casual Plus DAYS 4–6 From the charming waterfront community of Fjærland, a steep walk leads to a fantastic vista of Jostedalsbreen Glacier | The world-famous Norwegian Glacier Museum is a must-see | Enjoy a farm-fresh lunch in a restored cottage | Take a challenging and unforgettable hike to the foot of Flatbreen Glacier or a ramble through peaceful Mundal Valley—the choice is yours! | Get to know historic Balestrand, an inviting artists’ village with two burial mounds from the Viking age | Sweeping views of the Sognefjord’s sparkling waters and surrounding snowcapped peaks await in Balestølen | If you’re feeling brave, indulge in a post-hike dip in the invigorating glacier-fed waters | Enjoy dinner at a unique eatery set in the middle of an orchard. » Kviknes Hotel - Casual Majestic Sognefjord is our gateway to vigorous shoreline hikes through serene valleys, quiet villages and dense pine forests. Welcome to a gloriously unique perspective. Mountains, Waterfalls & Glaciers from Voss to Bergen NORWAY’S FJORDS
Solvorn
Fjærland
Balestrand
Sognefjord
Stalheim
Nærøyfjord
Voss
OSLO
Norwegian Sea
Bergen
BERLIN
6 DAYS ACTIVITY LEVELS 2–4 ACCOMMODATIONS Casual & Casual Plus $5,299 to $5,699 per person double occ. CHOOSE A TRIP FOR • Couples, Friends & Solos shown here • Women’s Adentures NEW! • Families with Older Teens & 20s • Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond • Your Private Group Price & availability varies based on date & group size o \ Search NWYW on backroads.com
OUR GUESTS SAY IT BEST “It became quickly apparent why so many of our fellow guests were repeat Backroads adventurers. Truly the adventure of a lifetime. ” DEB SMITH | GRAND RAPIDS, MI
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