24 Our trips are bound by our Booking Terms & Conditions - for details visit discover-the-world.co.uk/educationalvisitsNorwayWaterfalls, fjords and adventureWithout exaggeration Norway boasts some of the most stunning scenery to be found anywhere in the world. Breathtaking waterfalls, glacier formed fjords, impressive mountains, crystal clear lakes, lush green valleys and cobalt blue skies make Norway an incredibly photogenic country and a superb candidate for an educational visit focusing on geography and geology. From its raw and rugged coastline which stretches beyond the Arctic Circle, to its expansive countryside of fells, rolling hills, valleys and fertile farmlands, Norway delivers on every level. The Hordaland region with its numerous islands and fjords is a treasure trove of human achievement, biodiversity and sustainability. Around 20,000 years ago the land was a barren ice tundra and as the climate changed flora and fauna began to thrive.Our suggested itinerary combines adventure activities with geographical wonders delivering a full, hands-on tour experience. Why Norway with Discover the World?FREE teacher inspection trips - see our website for detailsDirect liaison with your dedicated travel specialist who has first hand experience of what the region can offer school groupsItineraries that include the following Geography topics: Sustainability (including Aquaculture); Glacier Studies; Climate Change; Fluvial Systems; Energy and Resource Management; TourismExciting and challenging activities that actively involve your group with the environmentOutline ItineraryFjord ExplorerDepartures: year roundDay 1 Fly UK to Bergen - two nights hereDay 2 Bergen sightseeingDay 3 Steinsdalsfossen Waterfall / Hardanger Fartoyvernsenter / Akvasenter / three nights in HardangertunDay 4 Activity day - hiking / canoeing / fishing / archery Day 5 Museum of Hydropower/ Nature Centre at EidfjordDay 6 Voss / Fly home to the UK Prices from£548Based on 40 students and 4 staff on a 6-day tripThe Flam Railway © Visit Flam / Morten Rakke

talk to the experts 01737 214 214 25Steinsdalsfossen Water on the land This remarkable waterfall is one of Norway's most famous sights and the most visited. A path leads behind the water as it plunges into the river. At around 50m high, the waterfall is at its most powerful when the snow melts in May and June. Hardanger Akvasenter Fish Farming - sustainability This exhibition is truly remarkable, trace the journey of the salmon from smolt through to the top restaurants in Paris or Tokyo. The visit is split between both land and a floating fish farm, accessible only by boat and visitors can watch the salmon via underwater cameras. Groups may also order lunchboxes containing delicious salmon dishes combined with other local delicacies from Hardanger.Norwegian Museum of Hydropower and Industry Sustainability, energy and resource management This exhibit illustrates not only the mechanics of generating hydro-electrical power but also the history and effect it has on the local community. Norway is leading the way in the generation of hydro-electric energy and its role in developing this has been hugely influential worldwide.Hardangervidda Nature Centre Eidfjord Glacial StudiesThis modern and exciting centre focuses on Norway's natural history, climate and environment. Exhibitions over three floors include live aquariums and interactive displays, with some amazing visual effects. The highlight of the visit is a panoramic movie shown across five large screens - the film takes you on a flight over deep fjords, mountains, stunning waterfalls, herds of reindeer and glaciers. Exploring the HardangerfjordThe 120 km long Hardangerfjord is known as the 'fertile fjord' thanks to the hundreds of thousands of apple trees lining its hillsides. Its eastern extremity, where it breaks up into several smaller fjords, is probably the most spectacular: the villages of Utne, Ulvik and Kinsarvik are all as equally charming as each other.Norway HighlightsOur Recommended Experiences Kayaking in Hardanger6 hoursA guided kayaking trip through the beautiful fjord landscape to explore nature and see local wildlife at close range is an experience not to miss. This three hour kayaking trip allows you to experience the peace of the fjord landscape at close range. During the trip there will be short stops, one of them gives you a chance to fill your drinking bottle with some of the purest water on earth, directly from a small waterfall. Norway in a NutshellAll dayOrganised by the Norwegian State Railways and Fjord Tours this day trip is the perfect way to see and experience Norway's spectacular scenery - it includes a 50 minute descent down 850m of mountain gorge to the pretty village of Flam, on one of the world's most scenic railways.+ Train Bergen-Voss+ Bus Voss-Gudvangen+ Fjord cruise Gudvangen-Flam+ The Flam Railway Flam-Myrdal+ Train Myrdal-Bergen+ Free entrance to the Flam Railway MuseumBergen © Terje / Nordic Life AS / Fjord Norway© Pal Bugge / visitnorway.comSteinsdalsfossen © Tupungato