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• During Viking times, this settlement was an independent kingdom.nMany secrets of those distant times are being revealed now, seriously surprising the local population.nYour guide will tell you about the amazing finds and artifacts in Nordfjordeid, revealing the way of life of the ancient Viking society.nAs you drive through the White City, pay attention to the architecture typical of the 18th and 19th centuries.nYour guide will show you the site where a Viking burial was discovered.nIt was here, in the city center, that the largest Viking ship was discovered in 1874. This is an incredible sight, and you begin to think about what kind of people lived here more than 1000 years ago...nListen to the guide and be surprised!nShort photo stop on request.

• On the way to the kingdom of glaciers we pass by the deepest lake in Europe - Hornindalsvatnet. Enjoy the majestic water mirror, which reflects mountains, clouds, forests and charming farms with shaggy sheep.nThis lake is very large, with an area of 50.5 square kilometers and a depth of 514 meters.nThe lake contains only a few species of fish (such as trout, char and eel), but the rivers are much more productive. Hornindalsvatnet's source, the Eidselva River, is a famous salmon and trout fishery in Nordfjordeid. Fishing permits can be purchased from local hotels along with maps showing where fishing is permitted.nLook closely at the lake as your guide talks about the amazing legends and the Horney monster that lives in this lake.

• Stryn is the gateway to Jostedalsbreen National Park, the largest glacier in continental Europe. The landscape of the Stryn Valley ranges from lush valleys to alpine mountains, and the core of the national park is an unspoilt landscape.nWe drive through Stryn without stopping, leaving this destination for another excursion.

• Olden is a very beautiful village surrounded by mountains, located at the mouth of the Nordfjord.nIn summer, cruise ships dock almost every day. If we arrive when there are no cruise ships, the village will seem asleep.nWe'll stop for a coffee break and restroom break before setting off to discover the wonders of this enchanting glacial region.

• We will drive through the incredibly beautiful Oldedalen valley. Since this is a private tour, we will be able to stop at the most interesting places that are not available on bus tours.nWithout the crowds of tourists, you will admire the dazzling beauty of glacial lakes surrounded by magnificent flowers.

• Upon arrival at Briksdal Glacier National Park, we will board an open-air electric vehicle, jokingly known as the u201cTroll Car,u201d and head along the serpentine road to the Briksdal Glacier.nGet your camera ready for stunning shots of countless waterfalls, ice caps on mighty mountain peaks and bleating goats grazing on lush lawns.nFrom the Troll Cars stop we need to walk about 10 minutes to the tongue of the glacier with an amazingly beautiful lake.nThe trail is uneven and rocky, with slight inclines, so you will need comfortable shoes.

• Don't like grueling hikes? Or rather, we simply donu2019t have time for this.nDon't worry, you have nothing to worry about: this private tour will give you the fastest and most enjoyable trek in the world with breathtaking views at 1000 meters above sea level. In Loen we take a 5-minute ride on the Loen lift to Mount Hoven.nWalk along the summit, eat delicious food and enjoy the views of the Oldedalen and Lodalen valleys, admire the sparkling surface of turquoise glacial lakes that hide a tragic secret...

• Timely return to port is guaranteed.nWe're heading back to the port Nordfjordeid, and let your guide treat you to some Norwegian ice cream.nWe are sure that you have never tried ice cream like this before, it is natural, made from fresh cream, it is pleasantly cold, but not frozen.nThis will be a great and delicious end to your private tour!

Good to know

• Service animals allowed

• Public transportation options are available nearby

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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