29 / 2 AURLAND
Aurland , Aurlandsfjord
29 / 2 Aurland is a boutique , family-run hotel which was started life as an exclusive fishing lodge for the British aristocracy . With its prime location on the edge of an estuary of the Sognefjord , 29 / 2 Aurland was rejuvenated in 2014 to provide a base from which guests can explore the beautiful surroundings of Norway ’ s fjords . The hotel today offers 10 unique rooms , split into historic and contemporary styles , though they are all equipped with modern luxuries to bring the hotel into the 21st century . Meals are served in the converted smokehouse , and each evening meal is preceded by a cultural introduction to truly immerse guests in the experience . The restaurant uses vegetables and herbs from the kitchen garden , bred from the local artisan bakery and game from the local mountains and rivers . The hotel as experienced guides who will regale you with their knowledge of the area and its history . All guests are required to book at least one activity offered by the hotel , which vary greatly . Choose to partake in some of the many incredible hikes which are on offer in the surrounding area , or else stay more local and go fishing on the river . For those more culturally inclined , the hotel offers trips to the nearby town of Laerdal and the Borgund Stave Church , a large piece of Norwegian culture and architecture . There are lots of local arts and crafts to experience from an organic bakery , a shoe factory , glass making , a goat farm , and a summer farm where you can see how goat cheese is made . At the end of an exciting day of exploration you may wish to retire to your room , or else make the most of the wood-fired hot tub and sauna . 29 / 2 Aurland is a unique hotel which strives to use everything at its disposal to give its guests an unforgettable and entirely authentic experience . Our basic holiday includes a hire-car after a flight via Oslo to Sogndal ( about 1 hour and 20 minutes ’ drive ) but you can arrive at 29 / 2 Aurland by train to Flåm and then by boat to Aurlandsvangen .
29 / 2 Aurland
29 / 2 AURLAND EXH46390 Expressions Holidays includes scheduled flights London to Sogndal via Oslo return in economy , group C hire-car , dinner , bed and breakfast based on two people sharing a double or twin room .
Price guide per person based on sharing a Historic double room . 5 nights from about £ 1,980
These prices are a guide only and do not take into account any special offers or peak season supplements . The best possible price will be put together for you at the time of enquiry .
29 / 2 Aurland
29 / 2 Aurland
Hotel facts
Official star rating 4 Location In the region of Aurland , set back from the fjord Annual opening June to October Closest airport Sogndal Distance from airport About 1.5 hrs by car Closest railway station Flåm Distance from railway station About 15 mins by car Sports nearby Hiking ( there are good and varied paths that are well-marked and walking maps are available ). Cycling and fishing . Guided kayak trip . Skiing in winter . Out and about nearby Boat trips on the fjord are possible and you can take a ferry to Flåm for a ride on the famous Flåmsbana . There is an annual jazz festival one weekend in May . Nearby you can also walk in the mountains and fish in the fjord . You can visit the fjord by rib-boat too . At Lunde is an arboretum , at Fjaerland is the Book Town and Norwegian Glacier Museum , at Gudvangen are magical white caves , there the Sogn Folk Museum in Kaupanger and the famous Stegastein on the road over the Aurlandsfjell mountain .
Facilities at the hotel
Restaurant , lounge , wood-fired hot tub and sauna , laundry service , bike rental .
Accommodation
Number of rooms 10 Superior double Deluxe double Suite Grandfather suite or Theresa suite Superior suite The Grandmother suite
Activities
Local discovery activities GO Slow for a few days in the area of Aurland and with a guide visit the Turlidfossen waterfall , local craft workshops , a summer farm or rowing traditional row boats on the Naerøyfjord and enjoy a wood fired sauna and hot tub . Possible for groups of 2 to 6 persons , in all seasons of the year . Fjord ski Ski-ing and snowshoe walks can be arranged in the area . Fly fishing The Aurlandselva river was ranked as one of the three best rivers in Europe for sea trout . The hotel has a onekilometre regulated section of the river at their disposal .
29 / 2 Aurland
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