03 Aug 2023
The trip was amazing, some of the most beautiful sights we've ever seen in our life. Don't worry about the itinerary, it was so easy to follow you'd have to actively try to make a mistake. Many times there was just 1 train/bus in the station and that was the one you would have to take. Though its a long day, you see beautiful sights almost the entire time even the bus ride was insanely scenic, it makes the time just fly by. The fjords were incredible- 2 hours of having your breath taken away by every angle. We went during a busy time, but the crowds didn't bother us at all. If you've traveled before, you won't be bothered by that. When I wanted to get a good photo most people just moved out of the way until I got my photo. The train rides after the fjords was an experience in and of itself, the most scenic train ride and a few surprises/photo moments along the way. I'm so glad we did this longer day tour instead of only doing the cruise. The train was 100% worth it and one of our favorite parts of the trip. My only recommendation is eat when food is available-- they sell food on the boat, at the train stations, and on the trains themselves (except for the vintage train I think). You won't have time to sit down, so if you get hungry just settle for the grab and go food (places to buy food were readily available we found the most convenient place to relax and eat was on the boat itself after we got our photos).