I am a passenger on the Viking Jupiter. I spent the past two weeks sailing on the "Viking Homelands" itinerary from Stockholm to this beautiful Norwegian port with fascinating stops along the way in Finland, Poland, Germany, and Denmark. I will miss the ship and the many passengers and crew I met along the way. With a bit of sadness, I stood on my balcony as we sailed into Bergen, my last port, before flying home.
As soon as we dock, I set out on an included motor coach tour of the main sites.
Founded in 1070 AD by King Olaf III Haraldsson as a Viking enclave, Bergen features many historical sites. We stop for a panoramic view of the harbor, followed by the medieval King Haakon's Hall, a statue of composer Edvard Grieg, and the Rosenkrantz Tower.
The city is home to the Hanseatic League's only kontor (trading enclave). Our last tour stop is Bryggen wharf, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The row of timbered Hanseatic warehouses reflects in the quay they face.
After the tour ends, I explore Bryggen wharf before walking back to the ship.
The next day I fly home. It was a fantastic adventure. Viking is an excellent cruise line. The ship, with its sleek Scandinavian design, is welcoming and peaceful. Employees are friendly, helpful, and professional.
I highly recommend Viking's Ocean, River, or Expedition cruises. For more information, click here.
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