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O P T I O N A L S H O R E E X C U R S I O N S O N Y O U R J O U R N E Y E I D FJ O R D, N O R WAY BERGEN: TASTE OF NORWEGIAN FARM LIFE Venture into the pristine countr yside outside Bergen to witness life on a traditional Nor wegian farm. Drive with your guide to the idyllic working farm at Øvre Eide, nestled on the beautiful Jordal Lake. The owner will greet you and lead a relaxed and leisurely guided tour of his tranquil proper t y. Then you are invited to join him in the beautiful main house for freshly made pastries. FISHING EXPERIENCE IN STAVANGER Explore Nor way's historic connec tion to the sea on a traditional fishing expedition. Join professional fishermen on board a fishing boat. Journey to the best local fishing spots with your experienced captain and guide, cast your line into the water and at tempt to hook cod, whiting, haddock, coalfish or European sea bass—found only as far nor th as Nor way's southern waters. OSLO FOR FOOD LOVERS BY FOOT Savor the appetizing of ferings of Oslo during a walking tour with tasting stops along the way. See the sights of the capital's downtown area, including Kvadraturen, home to many of Oslo's political buildings and the Royal Palace. From here, Oslo's main street runs from the Palace to Oslo's central station. Soak up the atmosphere in the cit y center as you stroll past its array of boutique cafés, restaurants and bars. JA ZZ CRUISE THROUGH COPENHAGEN Relax as the strains of live classical jazz provide the soundtrack to a canal cruise through beautiful Copenhagen. Step on board your canal ship and meet the Scandinavian Rhy thm Boys, an acoustic quar tet of talented Swedish and Danish musicians whose per formances are inspired by American music from 1850 to 1950. SCHWERIN C ASTLE IN BERLIN Discover the fair y-tale castle of Schwerin, once the seat of the grand dukes of Mecklenburg. Join your local guide for a drive through the scenic countr yside of the Mecklenburg region. Upon arrival at the spec tacular castle—situated on a tiny island in Lake Schwerin—cruise around the island for pic ture -per fec t views. A s you tour the magnificent interiors of the castle, learn from your guide about the House of Mecklenburg and its grand lifest yle. K AYAKING THE ÅL AND ISL ANDS Enjoy the tranquil beaut y of the Åland Islands from the water as you skim along its pristine sur face by kayak. Don your required life jacket and climb on board your kayak. During your gentle adventure, glide across the ocean's waters and admire the vistas from a dif ferent perspec tive as your guide points out several landmark s. With just you and the ocean, immerse yourself in nature as you enjoy the serene views surrounding you. 56 For complete itinerary details and videos, visit viking.com/oceans