Travelers to Norway typically plan a trip for a week to 10 days when combining both the Fjord Region and Tromsø with Oslo. If you're not interested in Oslo, 6 to 10 days are enough for your Fjord Region and Tromsø trip. With less time, it's still possible to see the highlights in as few as five days. Check out kimkim's favorite Fjord Region and Tromsø trips below.

How many days do you need in the Fjord Region & Tromsø?

  • Most travelers spend 6-10 days in the Fjord Region and Tromsø combined
  • Visiting the Fjord Region and Tromsø in 5 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
  • With 11 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
  • The most common extensions are Oslo, Lofoten Islands, and the Hurtigruten coastal ferry

How Many Days to Spend in Norway

Recommended Itineraries for the Fjord Region & Tromsø

Recommended Itinerary for 6 Days

An aerial view of the Arctic city of Tromsø in summer.
An aerial view of the Arctic city of Tromsø in summer.
Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Welcome to Bergen Bergen
Day 2 Explore Bergen with a Local Bergen
Day 3 Norway in a Nutshell Fjord Tour Bergen
Day 4 Bergen - Flight to Tromsø Tromsø
Day 5 Trapper for a Day Tromsø
Day 6 Depart Tromsø  


Take a whirlwind tour through Norway's most enchanting destinations on this diverse six-day itinerary. Start on the southwest coast, where you'll settle into historic UNESCO-listed  Bergen for three nights. Discover the charming port city's character-filled cobbled streets and lively atmosphere, then venture deep into the iconic scenery of the fjords, where you'll travel by train and boat through some of the country's most spectacular landscapes. End your Norwegian adventure with a flight to the far north, where the Arctic city of Tromsø serves as your base to explore pristine wilderness by dogsled and go searching for the elusive northern lights. Read more

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Extended Itineraries

10-Day Itinerary Including Oslo

Winter snow dusting Norway's fjords
Winter snow dusting Norway's fjords
Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Arrive in Oslo Oslo
Day 2 Free Day in Oslo Oslo
Day 3 Oslo - Train to Flåm Flåm
Day 4 Fjord Adventure| Bus, Fjordcruise & Train to Bergen Bergen
Day 5 Explore Bergen with a Local Bergen
Day 6 Bergen Free Day Bergen
Day 7 Bergen - Flight to Tromsø Tromsø
Day 8 Explore Tromsø & Chase the Northern Lights Tromsø
Day 9 Dogsledding outside Tromsø | Trapper's farm Tromsø
Day 10 Depart Norway  


Bundle up warm and immerse yourself in the beauty of a Norwegian winter with this exciting 10-day itinerary. Start in the country's south, where you'll spend two days soaking up the culture and cool of Oslo. After a day sailing through the breathtaking scenery of the fjords, head to the coast to explore the historic port city of Bergen without the summer crowds. Fly north to finish your adventure above the Arctic Circle, where you'll search for the northern lights, learn to dogsled, and discover the lively Arctic city of Tromsø. Read more

How to travel between the Fjord Region & Tromsø

How to get to Tromsø
Tromsø is one of the best places to see the northern lights, which is one of the most beautiful wonders of the world. Tromsø is located in northern Norway and is above the Arctic Circle. Read more

How to get to Norway's Fjord Region
The Fjord Region encompasses several famous fjords, including the Hardangerfjord, Geirangerfjord, Lysefjord, and Sognefjord. Reaching this area of western Norway from Oslo and Stavanger is convenient and easy, with several transportation options—air, boat, bus, car, or train. Often, driving is the quickest way to reach the Fjord Region. Bergen is located here, making it convenient to reach several important fjords. Read more

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Map of The Fjord Region & Tromsø: Best Itinerary Ideas
Map of The Fjord Region & Tromsø: Best Itinerary Ideas