Imagine lamps glittering over snow-covered pavements, the spiced smell of hot drinks from nearby market stalls, and stores decorated with cheerful holiday decorations and candles on many windows and tables. Welcome to Oslo during the holiday season. At this time of year, everything is made to forget the long, dark, wintry days and to live the Christmas season with an authentic, infectious feeling of joy! It's the epitome of the word "cozy".During this private walking tour, join your local guide on a quest to soak up the Norwegian Christmas and holiday spirit. Learn about what the traditional Norwegian Christmas dinner includes and why the country is divided on the answer. Discover the concepts of "Lille Julaften," "romjulen", and "Julebord," the latter being popular across the whole of Scandinavia during the holidays. Stroll through the cozy inner-city streets. To warm up, you'll taste some of Norway's typical wintertime drink, Gløgg (mulled wine).After visiting the quaint market stalls at Oslo's finest Christmas market and its famous outdoor ice-skating rink, you'll journey up to the Royal Palace, concluding with stories of how the Royals celebrate the holidays. Enjoy a real "Julestemning" experience that will leave you full of Oslo's Christmas Spirit!
Enjoy a private tour through the Christmas town of Oslo. Visit some cozy Christmas markets. Try delicious Norwegian mulled wine. Admire the beautiful decorations in the snowy streets. Catch a glimpse of the Royal Palace of Oslo and learn about how the King & Queen of Norway celebrate Christmas
Meet your guide in the middle of the Youngstorget square next to the fountain. Please be at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the departure time.