Land Journey
3 day Pre Cruise Extension
The Essence of Oslo – Inspired Art & Architecture
This three-day Oslo tour is a prelude to your Baltic cruise aboard MS Hebridean Sky. Stay two nights at Oslo’s prestigious Grand Hotel. Explore the innovative Kistefos Sculpture Park, whose captivating blend of art, architecture and nature is transformative. See works by renowned artists, Yayoi Kusama and Anish Kapoor. Get to know this dynamic city further during a guided tour and make a stop at the Nobel Peace Centre. And tour the National Museum, which houses the iconic Edvard Munch painting, The Scream.
This journey departs:
9 July 2027
Highlights
The following highlights provide an overview of some of the captivating encounters awaiting you on tour.
Visit Norway’s National Museum
Take a guided tour of Norway’s National Museum and contemplate the celebrated Edvard Munch painting, The Scream.
Wander Kistefos Sculpture Park
Visit the innovative Kistefos Sculpture Park. Here you will find ‘The Twist’, an inspired art gallery spanning the Randselva River.
Discover the Essence of Oslo
Oslo is a dynamic city brimming with museums, art and grand architecture. Uncover its rich maritime heritage and pause at the Nobel Peace Centre.
Botanical Guide - Julie Prent
Be escorted by an expert Botanical Guide, who will offer insightful talks on various topics and be available for informal discussions, enriching your travel experience.
Inclusions
See below for an overview of your tour’s inclusions and featured sightseeing.
Travel with a small group of 20-25 guests, escorted by an expert Botanical Guide. Exclusive to guests booked on our Oslo to Helsinki Baltic cruise (BTBAL13)
Includes two nights’ accommodation at a centrally located five-star hotel in Oslo, with return private transfers from door to door, tipping and porterage, plus four meals and select beverages
Relax aboard a comfortable coach with an experienced and informative local guide
All sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary
Discover the sights of Oslo during a city tour, which includes a photo opportunity at the Nobel Peace Centre
Stand before the haunting beauty of Edvard Munch’s masterpiece The Scream at the National Museum
Immerse yourself in the stunning fusion of nature and contemporary art at Kistefos Sculpture Park, whose bold sculptures and gravity-defying Twist Museum redefine the gallery experience
Stay at Oslo’s Grand Hotel, one of Norway's most iconic and historic hotels. The landmark establishment has served as a meeting point for prominent figures for more than 150 years
Itinerary
Trip Notes
Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
Fitness rating: Medium
Group size: 15 to 25 guests
Our experience of gardens, their flora, and other aspects of nature, is subject to weather conditions and seasonality, which may vary
Tour only available to guests travelling on our Baltic cruise – BTBAL13