Mathia was fantastic!
Norway | Aug 23 - Aug 31, 2026

Carl
Carl E.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Sep 01, 2026

Mathia was fantastic at setting up the 9 day trip for my wife and I to Norway...Oslo, Bergen, Aurland ,Oslo. We are both 80 and the trip was perfect in every way. That rarely happens to us. Everything eent right as planned. Often Mathia anticipated issues and contacted me...I didn't have to contact him. There was an air traffic controllers strike in Norway as well as the death of the King of Norway. We were kept informed throughout. Even when Matthia was away for a couple of days his backup couldn't have been more helpful. Every question I asked was answered almost immediately by Mathia or his backup. The quick replies by Mathia gave us peace of mind throughout the trip. We really liked Bergen, the Flam Railway, and of course the Fjord cruise. Thanks for a great trip.

Hotel Reviews
Thon Hotel Terminus
Oslo
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
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Scandic Ørnen
Bergen

Great location near train station and Opera House.

Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Aurlandsfjord
Aurland

Great view from our second floor balcony. Quiet. Elevator only goes to 2nd floor. Breakfast was perfect. Room included dinner for our 2 nights. My wife is Vegetarian. I am not. The dinners were not to our liking. Options were available for an additional payment. Staff was super polite and helpful.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Great view of the fjord from 2nd floor balcony.
Staff
Very helpful and polite.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Radisson Blu Airport Hotel, Oslo Gardemoen
Gardemoen

Right at the airport. Simple walk through a covered sidewalk to airport.

Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Explore Oslo's Hidden Gems with a Local Expert
Explore Oslo's Hidden Gems with a Local Expert
Oslo
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Bergen Walking Tour With a Local Guide
Bergen Walking Tour With a Local Guide
Bergen
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Nærøyfjord Cruise & Viking Valley Tour
Nærøyfjord Cruise & Viking Valley Tour
Norway

Viking Valley Tour was better than expected. Included horse shoes, archery, axe throwing and other games.

Quality of Experience
Stegastein and Borgund Stave Church
Stegastein and Borgund Stave Church
Norway
Quality of Experience
Local specialist: Mathia Pacenti
Mathia
Mathia Pacenti
Local specialist in Vesterålen, Norway | Replied on Sep 01, 2026
Dear Carl and Nancy,
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and thoughtful review. It truly means a great deal to me.
It was a real pleasure designing your Norwegian journey and, above all, knowing that the trip felt comfortable, seamless, and enjoyable from beginning to end. I’m especially happy to hear that, despite the unexpected circumstances during your travels, you always felt informed and supported. For me, that is one of the most important parts of being a travel designer. Not...
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Dear Carl and Nancy,
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and thoughtful review. It truly means a great deal to me.
It was a real pleasure designing your Norwegian journey and, above all, knowing that the trip felt comfortable, seamless, and enjoyable from beginning to end. I’m especially happy to hear that, despite the unexpected circumstances during your travels, you always felt informed and supported. For me, that is one of the most important parts of being a travel designer. Not only creating a beautiful itinerary, but also being there to anticipate challenges, provide reassurance, and make sure you can simply enjoy the journey.
I’m also very happy to hear that Bergen, the Flåm Railway, and the fjord cruise were highlights of your time in Norway. These are some of the experiences that make this part of the country so special.
It was a pleasure working with you both, and I’m very grateful for the trust you placed in me. Knowing that the trip exceeded your expectations and that everything came together so well is the best reward I could ask for.
I wish you and your families all the best. :)
Mathia