Private tour in Bergen Tommy S

Historic sites: King's Castle, The Stave church & Grieg Museum Tour

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Tommy S.

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My name is Tommy and my last name translates into ''Cutehill'' in English :) I was born and raised in Bergen. My deep knowledge and experience of Bergen and Norways rich history and culture is based on a lifetime of living here. I have only lived outside Bergen for a couple years in the oil capital of Norway, Stavanger. I missed my homeplace alot so I returned. I settled in Bergen for good, where I have lived over 20 years since. I have hiked all the peaks, mountains and paths criss cross Bergen so that is my passion. Tennis is my second passion, I but due to the Norwegian climate its not many months I can play that outdoors. I love sports in general! I also like to take part in the cultural offers my city has to offer with festivals and other fun events. Its safe to say I'm a "people's person" I started to do tours in Bergen and west coast of Norway in 2016 to improve my interpersonall skills as I stand in front of a crowd/bunch of people quite often in my regular job as a proj mng. I did not turn back since day one. It is so rewarding to help visitors/travellers leave Bergen with a a good impression of my city and what it has to offer. I love my regular job which have a lot of flexibility where I control the days/weeks/months myself as long as I produce. The time I am available I love to meet new people from all over the world and its very rewarding to give a good experience visiting Bergen. I am also getting a lot of really nice friendships and connections through this so I feel very honoured for every single person I am given the oportunity to take on a tour around Bergen or nearby area. I have a ton of time around the unknown and known streets, paths and trails of Bergen and I am confident I can give a really good experience visiting Bergen. I did not memorize all the exact years when all historic events took place, but I definately know the city's history and most of the timeline enough to give the visitors a ride through the past and present when visiting Bergen with me. One thing I also take serious is time. I always show up on time and I dont finish a tour before time, usually its hard for me to finish on booked time, but I try to keep a timeline as people may have plans. One thing that is important when travelling is time, that is why that is something I value a lot on behalf of everyone doing a tour with me. I am a true Bergen patriot which the city is known for having many of, but I like to believe I am one of the biggest :) I always reach out and communicate with visitors as early as possible prior to arrival in Bergen to hear the expectations and set up a plan and make the most of the stay. I am not the kind of "host" that meet you at designated scheduled time and say goodbye when time says the tour finished. I am with you from you book the tour and until year leave Bergen/Norway. Quite often I am also in touch also after leaving Norway with those who wish. I mentioned before I have done this since 2016 and I have formed many friendship's since then with travellers from all over the world and I feel lucky for every one I met, also those I did not speak to after. I grew as a human being after each and every single tour and feel lucky for having this oportunity. I welcome all of you who decided to visit Bergen even if you dont book a tour I am honoured you chose Bergen :) - Licenced Bergen guide since 2016. - 9 years experience doing tours in Bergen / western Norway. - Lived in Bergen all my life and know the city and its history very well - Done hundreds of tours, never been late to a single one ( proud )

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Overview of your Bergen tour

This tour will take you to three unique sites in the history of Bergen and Norway. The Kings Castle in Bergen and its beautiful 120 acre park. The castle is free and open for the public every day (except when the royal family is visiting Bergen). Some days the interior can be visited as well for a minor fee. The Grieg museum located on Troldhaugen was the home of Edvard Grieg from 1885 until he passed away in 1907. Today its a museum with several added buildings in addition to his home kept in original "Swiss villa style". If the tour is planned in advance its even possible to extend the tour with a mini concert in the onsite custom built concert house. The stave church on Fantoft originally built in 1150 was relocated from Fortun in Sogn to Bergen by Consul Fredrik G. Gade in 1880's. The church are one of very few of its kind remaining in Norway with the unique design which has viking symbols and carvings incorporated.

Your Bergen tour itinerary

- Meeting point/pick up in city centre - Stop by the King's Castle - Head to Grieg museum - Then go to Stave church - Return to the city centre driving in the hillside of Bergen with scenic views * If you wish to do the tour on a day not listed as available don't hesitate to contact me and I will try to accommodate your request. * If you'd like to customize the itinerary, please contact me. * More than 3 pax may be possible upon request.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Other

If you wish to have some exercise while touring bicycle can also be an option. Contact me prior for this option. Usually takes 2.5-3 hours

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: King's Castle entrance to the interior : 100 NOK per person Grieg museum entrance tickets : 130 NOK per person Stave church tickets : 70 NOK per person The castle and stave church can be visited and seen from the outside free of charge. The Grieg museum has mandatory ticket also the exterior.
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Bergen, Vestland, Norway

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Tour categories
History
Architecture
Art And Culture
City Highlights
Tour reference number
970485
Languages
Norwegian
English
German
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
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