There are few better places to enjoy an outdoor excursion than around the Hjørundfjord. This 20-mile (33-km)-long arm of the Storfjord is located in the Sunnmøre Alps and is surrounded by green valleys and jagged mountain peaks. The Hjørundfjord is regarded by many as one of the most beautiful...
This overnight excursion leaves from the city of Tromsø to a Sami camp in the nearby wilderness. The Sami are a northern Norwegian indigenous group who live on this part of the tundra above the Arctic Circle and enjoy a humble way of life. One cultural tradition that's an integral part of their...
Jostedalsbreen National Park is home to the largest glacier in Norway (and mainland Europe). It's so big, in fact, that it covers half the entire surface of this 1,310-square-km (510-square-mile) national park and divides two of the world's longest fjords: the Nordfjord and Sognefjord. The area...
This tour features a lovely cruise from Bergen to Rosendal, a small village on the southern shore of the Hardangerfjord, which is known as the "queen of the fjords." The journey isn't short on scenery either, as the ship sails through the fjords of Bergen and abounds with spectacular views of...
Located in the far north of Norway, above the Arctic Circle, you'll find the island of Senja, in Troms County. This is the second-largest island in the country and is known for its untamed natural beauty. You find it in the coastal mountains dominating the North Atlantic, and in the green birch...
Aurland is a popular tourist region in center-west Norway, as it's home to the Nærøyfjord, a stunning arm of the Sognefjord and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This fjord is accessible from the nearby village of Flåm, which sits on the edge of the Aurlandsfjord. Flåm Harbor is a major port of call...
The Sognefjord isn't nicknamed the "king of the fjords" for nothing. This is Norway's deepest and longest fjord, stretching 205 km (127 miles) from just north of Bergen, on the west coast, to Jotunheimen National Park. There are many arms to the Sognefjord, including the UNESCO World Heritage...
In the center of northern Norway exist some of the most unspoiled alpine landscapes anywhere in the world. This is also where you'll find the Driva River. The Dovrefjell Mountains feed the Driva, and it runs 150 km (93 miles) north, down the mountains and through Trøndelag and Møre og Romsdal...
With about 300,000 residents, Bergen is the second largest city in Norway. Rich in culture and seafaring history, this walkable city boasts a vast selection of cultural and outdoorsy activities. On a guided tour you'll get the highlights as you ride the Fløibanen funicular elevator (or hike the...
The city of Stavanger is the jumping-off point for excursions into the Lysefjord, one of the most stunning fjords in a country abounding with them. The Lysefjord stretches for 26 miles (42 km) to the east of Stavanger, and its a prime destination for any number of outdoor activities. Hiking is...
This is an opportunity to explore one of the geological gems of central Norway: Hallingskarvet National Park. This 450-square-km (170-square-mile) protected area was formed over various ice ages and comprises high plateaus, glaciers, and towering mountain peaks—the highest of which is...
This guided hike sets off early from the city of Stavanger in order to beat the crowds. The destination is the top of Kjerag, one of the most famous mountains in Norway, and one of the most beautiful hikes in Scandinavia. Known as the "majesty of the Lysefjord," it gets its name due to its...
The Lofoten Islands are one of Noway's little-discovered gems, as they're tucked away high in the Arctic Circle. The Lofotens are part of an archipelago comprised of five main volcanic islands and many smaller ones. Fishing is the predominant industry, but tourism is on the upswing, too, as more...
Norway is renowned for its immense natural beauty. It's evident in the glacial landscapes, cascading waterfalls, ancient fjords, rugged mountains, and sweeping valleys that abound in the country. Naturally, this unspoiled beauty allows for some incredible nature hikes. Located in the northwest of...
Located outside the small village of Skjeggedal, in Hordaland County, western Norway, is Trolltunga, otherwise known as the "troll's tongue." This is no mythical creature—rather it's a vantage point situated 1,100 meters (3,608 feet) above sea level that looks out over some of the most stunning...
Oslo, the capital of Norway, is a city of endless possibilities. Located between the water and evergreen forests, it takes a mere 30 minutes to travel from one end to the other by metro. It's a metropolis known for its rich history and museums, some of which celebrate the macabre works of the...
This tour leaves in the morning by boat from the village of Andenes, which is the northernmost settlement of Norway's Andøya Island. It's also a winter migratory destination for orca, humpback, and fin whales who come to feast on the large schools of herring in the nearby Andfjord. This tour...
Dog-sledding in the Norwegian countryside has to be one of the most unique and adventurous activities on earth. Moreover, it's the ideal way to experience the primal majesty of the Arctic terrain. This half-day excursion from the city of Tromsø starts by arriving at a dog-sledding camp where a...
This excursion amid the Norway fjords isn't any ordinary hike. It's an adventure unto itself—a moderately difficult trek up one of the most beautiful trails in the world. And the reward once you reach the endpoint at Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock) is a viewpoint the likes of which is seen nowhere...
The village of Utne is located in the heart of the Hardanger region of Norway, about 350 km (217 miles) west of Oslo, near Bergen. This unspoiled country has been a prime European tourist destination for over two centuries. People come from far and wide to witness its spectacular natural beauty...
