Beautiful Norway aboard Saga Ruby
1 Dover, England
Dover is situated at the mouth of a valley in the chalk uplands that form the famous white cliffs. A pre-Roman settlement existed on the site and, as Dubris, the place was important for Roman traffic with the European mainland.
The town’s strategic position on the south coast has been evident throughout its history. Archaeological digs in the area have revealed that the area has always been a focus for people entering and leaving Britain.
Bombed and shelled during World War Two, the shattered seafront was subsequently redeveloped after the war and is now the foremost passenger port in the United Kingdom.
2 Bergen, Norway
Surrounded by mountains and sparkling fjords, the waterside city of Bergen has a spectacular setting. There has been a settlement here since medieval times and the colourful waterfront buildings of the Hanseatic Wharf, known as the Bryggen, are testament to its fascinating history of trade.
As Norway’s best known medieval settlement, the Bryggen is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Our comprehensive selection of excursions allow you to discover the many sides of Bergen, such as the open-air fish market and narrow cobbled streets, as well as the city’s open-air Old Bergen Museum. For a bird’s eye view of the city a ride in the funicular to the summit of Mount Fløyen is a must or even more spectacular, try sight-seeing from a seaplane.
Learn about one of Norway’s most famous sons, the composer Edvard Grieg, whose former home, Troldhaugen, has been turned into a museum. Those who have visited the city previously may like to enjoy a taste of the Hardanger region or even venture as far as Flam to experience one of the world’s most exciting train rides.
3 Geiranger, Norway
Geiranger is located in the innermost part of the Geirangerfjord. This small village, with approximately 250 inhabitants, is one of Norway’s most famous tourist resorts.
Geirangerfjord is one of Norway’s most renowned fjords and is encircled by majestic snow-capped mountains, some towering between 3,000 and 5,000-feet high.
Nestling amid this breathtaking scenery is the Norwegian Fjord Centre, which is visited on one of the excursions from this port. It is the perfect way to appreciate Norwegian traditions and the country’s natural splendour.
4 Olden, Norway
The village of Olden stands at the end of the beautiful Nordfjord and offers both spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and the chance to explore some of the awesome natural wonders of the area. An Iron Age burial mound was discovered in this region of Western Norway, but the area was relatively uninhabited until the 17th century.
Some people say that visiting Olden is like stepping back in time because of its quaint, wooden homes, miles of forest and simple way of life. The whole of the Nordfjord region is dominated by the mighty Jostedal glacier which has 24 arms stretching out into the valleys and lakes of this region.
The best known of these is the Briksdal Glacier, which you can visit on a guided hike. A more relaxed glacier visit is offered to another of Jostedal’s arms, the Boeya Glacier and the Norwegian Glacier Centre where you can learn about how glaciers and glacial lakes are formed.
5 Eidfjord, Norway
The village of Eidfjord nestles at the head of a fjord that was formed on sand and gravel moraines during the last Ice Age some 8,000 years ago. The steep mountains and cascading waterfalls emptying into the fjord create some of the most dramatic scenery in the world. It is the gateway to Hardangervidda, the largest mountain plateau in Europe.
Situated to the east of the Hardangerfjord, which is Norway’s second longest fjord, its landscapes are characterised by rolling fells, wide stretches of level ground, and rivers cutting through rocky surfaces. About one third of the plateau is a designated national park and is popular with cross-country skiers.
But tourism is not new to the area and people have been visiting since the early 19th century when aristocrats from Europe began to explore the myriad of natural sights in the area such as the Hardanger Glacier and the 600-foot Vøringfoss waterfall.
6 Dover, England
Dover is situated at the mouth of a valley in the chalk uplands that form the famous white cliffs. A pre-Roman settlement existed on the site and, as Dubris, the place was important for Roman traffic with the European mainland.
The town’s strategic position on the south coast has been evident throughout its history. Archaeological digs in the area have revealed that the area has always been a focus for people entering and leaving Britain.
Bombed and shelled during World War Two, the shattered seafront was subsequently redeveloped after the war and is now the foremost passenger port in the United Kingdom.
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