Our visit to Norway was beyond our expectatio...
Norway | May 27 - Jun 5, 2024

Patrick
Patrick R.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jun 06, 2024

Our visit to Norway was beyond our expectations. The original itinerary appeared to be amazing. However, due to Joseph’s special needs, changes were necessary. Thanks to Fenne, we had a wheelchair available at both hotels and needed to change hotels in Bergen. The Scandic Torget Bergen was in a perfect spot as the two bus tours started across the street. Both bus drivers were exceptional. The cider tour and fjord cruise to Flåm were highlights of our trip. We also enjoyed dinner at Engebret Cafe which was on the list of places to eat that you provided. We had no problem with all the tickets for the various events. We were also impressed how responsive team members were to our questions. Overall, we are very pleased. Thank you. Joseph & Patrick

Hotel Reviews
Hotell Bondeheimen
Oslo

We had a deluxe room so it was roomy with windows on two sides. The most amazing feature though was the breakfast — so many choices! On the negative side, the shower had no hand bars for safety, did not limit water to shower area, and the shampoo pump was difficult. There are no hand towels and the bath towels barely wrap around one’s body. The air in the room was still and warm and barely improved with oscillating desk fan.

Authenticity & Character
Location
It seemed to be in the middle of centre city — only blocks up from City Hall and piers and a stroll along Karl Johans gate.
Staff
Friendliness and helpfulness
Cleanliness & Comfort
Scandic Torget
Bergen

Here we had an accessibility room which did not offer adequate space for luggage — no dresser. Beds and chairs were comfortable. Shower did not have hand bars for safety, did not keep water in shower area and offered no face cloths. The temperature of the room was good. Here too the breakfasts were great! Enjoyed the fire pit in the lobby.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Friendliness and helpfulness
Cleanliness & Comfort
The beds were cozy.
Activity Reviews
Cidery Tour To Balestrand By The Sognefjord
Cidery Tour To Balestrand By The Sognefjord
Bergen

Knowledgeable and rewarding — learned a lot about cider. Presentation was professional and cider sampling paired with good was excellent.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Ride the Ulriken Cable Car
Ride the Ulriken Cable Car
Bergen

Beautiful!! Stunning!!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided tour and fjord cruise to Nærøyfjorden, Flåm and Stegastein viewpoint
Guided tour and fjord cruise to Nærøyfjorden, Flåm and Stegastein viewpoint
Bergen

Stunningly beautiful — blessed to have had good weather. Bus driver was outstanding.

Quality of Experience
Have to credit bus driver, not only his enthusiasm but above & beyond our expectations.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
See comment above
Transport
Local specialist: Kristiina Taukul