Excursion Panoramic bergen tour at Bergen
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Embark on this Panoramic Tour of Bergen, from the comfort of the coach. See the most interesting sights of the city and stop for photographs along the way in beautiful Bergen.
City Tour
Depart the pier by coach for a tour around the city. Pass through Sandviken and Skuteviken, they are the two oldest parts of the city - with characteristic tiny, white-painted wooden houses. Next continue through the peninsula of Eidsvaag where you will have scenic views of the surrounding islands. Afterwards return to the city center, passing St. Mary's Church - the oldest stone building in Bergen, and Bryggen, a row of Hanseatic timbered houses with characteristic pointed gables facing the harbor. See the bustling Fish and Flower Market as you continue to the peninsula of Nordnes, passing the Aquarium and Fredriksberg Fortress from where you enjoy the sight of both harbors in Bergen. Proceeding to the city's outskirts, you will drive past green slopes, ragged mountains, and suburbs with old well-kept houses and gardens. You will also see Gamlehaugen residence of Norway's Royal Family when visiting Bergen.
Return to the city and to the port passing King Haakon's Hall and Rosenkrantz Tower.
Points of interests
Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Bryggen, St. Mary's Church, Gamlehaugen, King Håkon's Hall, Rosenkrantz Tower, Nordnes Peninsula, Fredriksberg Fortress, Sandviken