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27 Reviews

4.6 out of 5

Anthony Pruvey

Reviewed July 2014

Walking the Fjords

This is a trip with some cultural content for walkers who are capable of hiking up hills and walking for between 4-6 hours a day. The scenery is stunning.

Most Inspirational Moment

This is a difficult question. I think probably walking across a high plateau, and seeing snow capped mountains in the distance.

Thoughts on Group Leader

The group leader was excellent. He had a deep love of his home; an encyclopaedic local knowledge; and knew much of his country's history as well. He adjusted the programme according to the weather, and other factors.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Do this holiday if you are something of a hiker who can climb hills on rocky paths. Do not do this holiday if you only walk in towns or in parks, and do not have a decent degree of fitness.

Reviewed December 2012

WALKING THE FJORDS

The landscape was just out of this world – my jaw was almost permanantly dropped! I’ve seen a million pictures of the fjords so I thought I knew what to expect but actually, once you’re there it’s like stepping through a gateway to another world, simply awe-inspiring. No National Geographic image can quite prepare you for how small you feel. One lady on the trip was an artist and she took a sketch pad with her, which I thought was a wonderful idea. The guest house was another surprise – it’s so quaint! And the dinners – well, it’s lucky we were walking all day! Three course meals every evening, truly superb. Even the breakfast was seriously impressive – they bake their own bread so you have fresh rolls, and pick their own fruit from the orchard. The chef is a truly talented individual!

Most Inspirational Moment

I loved the waterfalls - just the raw power of nature, feeling the spray on your face and hearing the incredible thunder as the water crashes down. I could never get bored of the view out of the guest house window - overlooking the fjord with the huge waterfall on the opposite bank. The water is so clean in Norway that you can just refill your waterbottle from the icy streams all around you and apparently if you go in August you can pick wild blueberries along the paths!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Asbjorn was excellent - he seems something of a local celebrity, I swear everyone knew him and gave us a friendly wave! His passion for history and the great outdoors is evident - he used to be a teacher, so he's really interactive. He won't just tell you why the fjords are green or what that particular carving inside the church represents, he'll ask and make you all call out guesses - quite a giggle!

Advice for Potential Travellers

I'd suggest taking a variety of clothes - the weather can be quite changeable, so you want a backpack big enough for proper waterproofs although I mainly used mine for when we got close to the waterfalls! The trip notes aren't joking when they say about fully waterproof boots - mine are full leather and I was very grateful! Don't worry about a camel back unless you particularly like them, as you can refill bottles from the fresh water streams on all but one day. If you fancy a refreshing swim in the (glacier-fed) fjord, take a swimming costume as you can do so! It's about 150metres from the guest house so you can wander down whenever you like. It's not as cold as you think but it will definitely catch your attention!

Reviewed September 2012

WALKING THE FJORDS

This was a wonderful trip that I can highly recommend. Beautiful country to visit, great walks, lovely accommodation with superb food, brilliant leader.

Most Inspirational Moment

Each day was different and difficult to choose any particular highlight. The optional glacier walk was well worth doing and very good value; pancakes in a mountain hut at 2,000 feet, spectacular waterfalls alongside the footpaths...... The journey to the centre involved a 2 hour ferry so you even experience the feel of a fjord cruise.

Thoughts on Group Leader

THe group leader was really good. He worked hard as the guest house host, guided us on spectacular walks after driving us up steep winding roads, talked about Norwegian culture and ensured we were all sent safely on our way back home. His staff were really great, and he and his wife ensured a very pleasant stay.

Advice for Potential Travellers

You will have plenty of photo-opportunities, so don't forget your camera! Take sufficient money for a meal in Bergen and any going home gifts, and for drinks with your evening meal. Not much else to pay for, other than the optional glacier trip (and you can pay by card anyway).

Reviewed August 2011

WALKING THE FJORDS

A great escape! The trip was appropriately graded: the hikes were just challenging enough to make it feel like we’d earned our suppers! The food, service and accommodation at Nes Gard were first class – well above expectations. Asbjorn, Mari and their staff were wonderful. Eric was a fantastic guide too. We enjoyed ourselves very much!

Reviewed July 2011

WALKING THE FJORDS

Superb trip. Fantastic walking, each day very different scenery. Great accomodation, with excellent food. Very friendly hosts, felt like you were staying in a private house, rather than a hotel.

Most Inspirational Moment

The views, especially up in the mountains, looking across at the snow covered peaks and the glaciers. Stunning.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Asbjorn, trip leader an absolute star. Everything well planned and organised. Really friendly and passionate about the area.

Reviewed July 2011

WALKING THE FJORDS

I have been on numerous Exodus trips over the past ten years and the Walking the Fjords has been the best. Why! Quite simply the accommodation and food was first class and plenty of it. The Hosts and staff at Nes Gard worked tirelessly to make our week memorable. As for the treks each was unique in scenery and condition under foot, ending with a course on using crampons which included a climb over the glacier. It also helps being blest with excellent weather. Making this a trip to remember.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Asbjorn had it all planned out in advance and everything went like clockwork

Reviewed July 2011

WALKING THE FJORDS

I was extremely disappointed that the leader thought I was not fit enough to take part in the walks, without any justification. I would not have booked the holiday if I thought I was not fit enough, as it would be unfair on other guests and I would not have enjoyed that. I have been taking part in walking and other activity holidays for many years, and am well aware of my capabilities. I was not allowed to take part in the glacier walking trip, the main reason I booked the holiday – even though the guidebooks said there were trips for all levels of ability, and I have done glacier walking before. I have never enountered any problems before.

Most Inspirational Moment

The stunning scenery.

Thoughts on Group Leader

See above. I was not given any opportunity to question his decisions. Being made to stay behind was very demoralising and embarassing.

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