Norwegian Fjords & Coastal Treasures - Westbound 2019
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- 7-night cruise aboard Le Dumont d'Urville; hotel stays and sightseeing in Bergen and Oslo; visit to Volvo Auto Museum; private tour of the Vigeland Museum in Oslo; antique trolley ride in Göteborg; private guided cruise on Lake Loen; visit to Kjenndalen Glacier
- ferry ride at Geirangerfjord
- choice of sightseeing in Ålesund
- private historic home visit in Old Stavanger
- reception & piano concert at Edvard Grieg's Troldhaugen
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- Gratuities to Tauck Directors, ship staff and local guides Tauck's private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at $3,115 TAUCK EXCLUSIVE - A lecturer onboard throughout the cruise to provide expert insights for Tauck guests 7-night cruise, hotel stays and sightseeing in Oslo and Bergen, and a visit to Göteborg, Sweden Your cruise may be a shared ship experience with non-Tauck guests onboard as well; all Tauck guests will be accompanied by one Tauck Director for approximately every 40 Tauck guests, and your itinerary will always be highlighted by exclusive, private Tauck shore excursions More activity choices include alternative sightseeing, bicycling, kayaking and more Spectacular fjord country sightseeing: a private guided cruise on Lake Loen, a visit to Kjenndalen Glacier, a ferry ride at Geirangerfjord, and a gondola ride and scenic touring in the Sunmore "Alps" A private tour of the Vigeland Museum in Oslo A guided tour, reception and private Edvard Grieg concert at his home, Troldhaugen A private visit to a historic home in Old Stavanger A choice in Ålesund between island hopping for panoramic views or a walking tour of Art Nouveau architecture An antique trolley ride in Göteborg Aboard ship - alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are available throughout the day aboard ship including house wines and spirits; premium spirits and wines are available at extra cost. Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted 25 meals on land and sea (9 breakfasts, 7 lunches & 9 dinners), all gratuities to Tauck Director, local guides & ship staff, applicable fuel surcharges, service charges, porterage and taxes
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Tour begins at 6:00 PM at Grand Hotel Oslo or Hotel Bristol Oslo. A transfer is included upon arrival from Oslo Airport to Grand Hotel Oslo or Hotel Bristol Oslo. Please join us for a welcome reception and dinner at your hotel this evening.
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LODGING : Grand Hotel Oslo or Hotel Bristol Oslo
PORTOFCALL : Oslo, Norway
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MEALS : B
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