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G DA Ń S K , P O L A N D OS LO O P E R A H O U S E , N O R WAY SHOR E E X C U R SIONS ON Y O U R JO U R N E Y OSLO HIGHLIGHTS & VIGEL AND PARK NORWAY Take in Oslo's eclec tic blend of contemporar y flair, rich histor y and scenic views. Meet your guide and board your motor coach. Pass by some of Oslo's notable sites, including the Oslo Opera House, Nobel Peace Centre, the Royal Palace and the Parliament building. Then explore the sculptures of Vigeland Park. INCLUDED SCENIC BORNHOLM DENMARK This pic turesque Danish island is nicknamed solskinsøen (Sunshine Island) and klippeøen (Rock Island) for its weather and geology, respec tively. Embark on a scenic drive by motor coach to a photo stop at the largest castle ruins in Nor thern Europe, Hammershus. Continue along the island's rugged nor thern side and glimpse Gudhjem, a small village situated on the steep clif fs. INCLUDED CIT Y OF GDAŃSK ON FOOT GDAŃSK, POL AND One of the wealthiest cities in the Hanseatic League, Gdańsk was ex tensively damaged during World War II, but its restoration has been phoenix-like. Walk beneath Green Gate. Pass Solidarit y Square and see the famous Gate No. 2 of the Gdańsk Lenin Shipyard, where protesting shipyard workers were shot by the Communist regime in 1970. INCLUDED THE SCENIC FL ÅM R AILWAY EIDFJORD, NORWAY Enjoy a thrilling ride as you climb 900 metres passing through 20 tunnels and over numerous bridges. Change trains at Myrdal and continue through more spec tacular vistas, alighting in Voss, set tled among snowcapped mountains, forests, lakes and rivers. OPTIONAL COPENHAGEN C ANAL CRUISE DENMARK Embark on a leisurely cruise across the ex tensive harbour and the Christianshavn and Frederik sholm Canals. Enjoy a narrated over view of the cit y which covers the pioneering modern architec ture, historic landmark s and recreational quays. Pass the colour ful Nyhavn Canal, lined with 500 -year- old gabled houses; this neighbourhood was once home to Hans Christian Andersen. You will also see Amalienborg Palace, the royal winter residence. OPTIONAL PULPIT ROCK BY BOAT STAVANGER, NORWAY Travel one of Nor way's most stunning fjords to a breathtaking natural wonder. Embark on a local sightseeing boat and set of f into the Stavanger archipelago. A s you sail, gaze up over 600 metres at the famous Pulpit Rock. Mar vel at the awe -inspiring mountains and cascading water falls that surround you. OPTIONAL 70 | For pricing, availability and more details visit viking.com