Unforgettable and Perfect!
Norway | May 26 - Jun 11, 2024

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Denise E.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jun 23, 2024

Every aspect from planning to the trip itself was incredible! Our trip planner, Christina, asked questions and got to know our family and what was important to us before planning. She then prepared an initial plan and asked for comments. She worked with us to meet our price point and then made many revisions and offered advice throughout the whole planning period. She planned so perfectly that our trip went amazingly smooth. It was such a nice convenience to have all of the accommodations and transportation booked in advance, and Christina put a lot of thought into our accommodations and their proximity to our modes of transportation, making our travel very easy. This trip was done solely on planes, trains, ferries, buses and a couple taxis. The tours she booked for us allowed us to see everything we wanted. Everyone from our tour guides to taxi drivers were so nice, accommodating and very knowledgeable. Our itinerary included Oslo, Aurland, Bergin, Alesund, Andalsnes and Trondheim as the main hubs, with cruises on the UNESCO fjords, trips on the Flam and Rauma railroads, and private tours to other destinations with many waterfall stops along the way. Although it was all wonderful, one highlight was the gondola ride in Andalsnes and dinner at Eggen restaurant at the top. Norway is a very beautiful country with diverse areas, awesome hikes, excellent art installations, living history museums, excellent restaurants, wonderful fjords and really nice people. We are very thankful to Christina for making this trip so amazing, comfortable and perfect for our family. We highly recommend using Christina and KimKim as a trip planner.

Hotel Review
Vangsgaarden Gjestgiveri
Aurland

The fisherman's cabins are so wonderful and homey. The restaurant is very good and the breakfasts are amazing! The staff is very attentive and kind. There is a grocery store and bakery very close and the fisherman's cabins are well equipped should you wish to cook. Highly recommend!

Authenticity & Character
Cabins are right on the fjord with small decks. Interior trimmed out in wood and well equipped.
Location
Central to many nice walks, convenient stores, cabins are right on the fjord, offering an amazing view.
Staff
So kind and accommodating. Very helpful!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Cabins were clean and beds were very comfortable.
Local specialist: Christina Wang
Christina
Christina Wang
Local specialist in Kristiansand, Norway | Replied on Jun 25, 2024

Hi Denise, it makes me so happy to read this review! I am so glad that you had a good time here in Norway. It was a true pleasure planning this trip with you and your family and getting to know you. I admire how you all embrace the adventure you set out on. As I mentioned earlier, if you should ever wish to come back for a winter edition, I would love to help you plan again! :) Wish you and your family all the best! Christina