Southern Norway - A Vacation Paradise Oslo – Grimstad – Kristiansand
6 days/5 nights
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 The coastline of Southern Norway (or Sørlandet) consists of one long chain of idyllic islands, skerries and charming towns. The region boasts the highest number of recorded hours of sunshine in Norway. Sightseeing boats spend the long summer cruising past a backdrop of romantic white houses, white sails and white gulls. Discover Norway’s vacation Paradise amid extraordinary countryside and breathtaking scenery!
Day 1: Oslo Arrive in Oslo and spend the rest of the day free to sightsee and explore. Overnight at Hotel Opera.
Day 2: Oslo - Grimstad Pick up your rental car in the morning and drive to the charming town of Grimstad. Make sure to stop in some of the many scenic coastal towns on the way. Each city’s tradition, cultural heritage and nature make these towns favorite holiday hot spots, offering beautiful scenery and a wide range of concerts, events, exhibitions and festivals. Overnight at Helmer’s Hus in Grimstad.
Day 3: Grimstad Spend the day exploring picturesque and romantic Grimstad, an excellent place for those seeking to relax and enjoy life by the sea. Take a stroll in the town center’s cobbled streets among the many shops, have lunch at an outdoor restaurant, enjoy the maritime atmosphere by the wharf, or sample fresh pastries from one of the town’s many bakeries. Overnight at Helmer’s Hus in Grimstad.
Day 4: Grimstad - Kristiansand Drive to Kristiansand today. Make sure to stop in the idyllic town of Lillesand. Enjoy old harbors, pretty summer houses, islets and fascinating islands. Take a stroll through the streets. Visit the town museum, the customs house and town hall. Arrive in Kristiansand for overnight at Radisson SAS Caledonien centrally located within walking distance to shops, dining and entertainment.
Day 5: Kristiansand Kristiansand offers a wealth of shopping, museums and attractions, including Sørlandet’s Art Museum, Christiansholm Fortress, the Fish Market, Lindesnes Lighthouse and Posebyen (the old part of town). Maybe visit Norway’s famous and beautiful natural Zoo and Amuseument Park – Kristiansand’s Dyrehave, offering exciting entertainment for all ages. Overnight at Radisson SAS Caledonien in Kristiansand.
Day 6: Kristiansand Itinerary ends in the morning after car has been dropped off.
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