Hellesylt
Hellesylt is a beautiful tiny ferry port on the magnificent Geiranger fjord and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in western Norway.
A beautiful tiny ferry port on the magnificent Geiranger fjordHellesylt is a beautiful tiny ferry port on the magnificent Geiranger fjord and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in western Norway At this particular point along your MSC Northern European cruise vacation, cruise passengers will have the chance to view some of Norway’s most spectacular mountain scenery, so have your cameras at the ready! The Hellesylt waterfall and the cliffs that plunge into Horindalsvannet, Europe’s deepest lake (nearly 2,000 feet) are just some of the stunning sights that lie in store. Leave your luxury cruise liner and come ashore, taking advantage of our superb excursion packages and best deals on the stunning local attractions. Geiranger is one of Norway’s most popular vacation destinations, with good reason. Here the great outdoors reigns supreme so nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts will be in their element. Drive up the winding roads to panoramic locations that offer a view of mountains, glaciers and crystal lakes. Sample authentic produce such as cheeses and cured hams in the idyllic mountain farms that nestle between beautiful Nordic forests and fjords. The Herdal Summer Farm has been in continuous operation for 300 years and will prove a memorable outing for adults as well as children. Enjoy a unique experience at the Geirangerfjord by boarding a special boat that will take you close up to the dramatic waterfalls. Rest assured that you can restore yourself at each outing with delicious Norwegian fare in local restaurants or traditional farmsteads. Join us on this day away from the ship and return with memories to last a lifetime. |
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HEL01 - TRANSFER FROM HELLESYLT TO GEIRANGER - full day, lunch included - 2012
Leave the vessel and drive to Hornindal Lake, the deepest lake in Europe at 514 metres. We will continue to the village of Stryn situated on the Nordfjord and then drive across the Stryn Mountain, passing waterfalls and mountain lakes. We will reach mount Dalsnibba, 1,500 metres above sea level: this is a great spot for taking photos as it affords magnificent views over Geirangerfjord. After a short stop we will begin the descent back to Geiranger passing the famous Flydal viewpoint. Lunch in a local restaurant included.Please note: for safety reasons, should the road to Dalsnibba Mount be closed due to snow, an alternative programme will be foreseen depending on the weather conditions on the day of call. During the call by MSC Poesia on 24 May 2012 the visit to Dalsnibba will be replaced with a visit to Eagle's Bend.
Price per person $173.00 Adults $121.00 Children
HEL02 - TRANSFER FROM HELLESYLT TO BRIKSDAL GLACIER - full day, lunch included - 2012 
From Hellesylt we will drive through the pretty Norwegian farmland of imposing mountains and glittering lakes. Continue along the shores of Olden Lake to reach Briksdal Mountain Lodge from where we will walk up the Briskdal Glacier, an arm of the Jostedal Glacier and the largest in continental Europe. Our walk will be followed by a hearty, typical lunch. We will continue by bus climbing the Stryn Mountain Road, the old connection between western and eastern Norway. Head through several tunnels before we start the descent to Geiranger through a kaleidoscope of mountain farms, waterfalls and lakes.Please note: this excursion is not recommended for guests with mobility problems or to elderly people.
Price per person $173.00 Adults $121.00 Children
The excursions in the program above are intended to provide MSC Guests with an idea of the different tours that can be arranged in each port of call; this program is merely a guide and confirmation of each excursion and its description and prices will be made during your cruise. Full information can be found in the onboard Tour Magazine.
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