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Surrounded by mountains and sea, this compact, cultured and fun city has a palpable sense of reinvention.
The harbor in Oslo, Norway

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12 Days in Norway: Epic Journey North

12 days / 11 nights

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  1. 1 Traveling to the steep mountains of Finse on Northern Europe’s highest major rail route
  2. 2 Exploring the craft shops and artisan boutiques of Bergen’s Bryggen Wharf
  3. 3 Tasting seasonal fare alongside innovative chefs at a sustainable Utskarpen farm-to-table restaurant
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