Lofoten Islands Trips and Tours

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Off-Season Highlights of the Lofoten Islands

The word is out on the Lofoten Islands, especially in summer. Traveling in the off-season is an ideal option to bypass the crowds—and luckily, it's easy to go at any time of year. Here's what you can expect to find September through May.

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Meet our Local Travel Specialists

Experienced travel agents with a passion for Norway
Travel specialist Taylor Hook
active 1 min ago

Taylor Hook

Hi there! I'm Taylor, one of kimkim’s Norway Travel Specialists. For the past three years, I’ve been immersed in the travel industry, with a focus on self-guided hiking and biking adventures. My...

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Travel specialist Alex Mottler
active 2 mins ago

Alex Mottler

I am a kimkim Travel Specialist with the goal of making sure your time spent in Italy or Norway is extraordinary! I have had the opportunity to visit 17 countries and 45 of the United States (plus...

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Travel specialist Mathia Pacenti
active 2 hours ago

Mathia Pacenti

I am a passionate traveler who, after years of exploring our incredible planet, has fallen in love with Norway’s majestic landscapes. With experience as both a hotel receptionist and a guide, I...

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Travel specialist Christina Wang
active 35 mins ago

Christina Wang

I love spending my spare time out hiking in the forest, exploring a charming village, or spending the day at the beach. My passion for traveling led me to study Tourism for three years in...

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Trip Reviews for Norway

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

Family Adventure to Norway
Norway | Jul 27 - Aug 3, 2026

Beth
Beth B.
Miami, FL | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026
Our trip to Norway was absolutely magical! Kadri from kimkim was wonderful to work with—knowledgeable, responsive, and attentive to our needs. We were a group of 14, ranging from a 1-year-old to our parents in their 80s, and she did an amazing job finding the perfect accommodations and arranging transportation for our large family. Our stay in Svinøya was a highlight, giving us the chance to soak in the breathtaking beauty of Lofoten while enjoying quality family time together. Everything... Read more

Our trip to Norway was absolutely magical! Kadri from kimkim was wonderful to work with—knowledgeable, responsive, and attentive to our needs. We were a group of 14, ranging from a 1-year-old to our parents in their 80s, and she did an amazing job finding the perfect accommodations and arranging transportation for our large family.

Our stay in Svinøya was a highlight, giving us the chance to soak in the breathtaking beauty of Lofoten while enjoying quality family time together. Everything was well organized, with tickets and travel details easily accessible through the app.

Kadri made planning such a special family trip feel seamless. We’re so grateful for her help and would highly recommend her and the kimkim team for anyone planning a well-organized, unforgettable trip.

Hotel Review
Svinøya Rorbuer
Svolvær

The hotel was simply amazing! The cabins were beautiful inside and the views outside were breathtaking. The location of the hotel made it easy to walk into Svolvær. We had a beautiful dinner for our large group at the restaurant Borsen and it was spectacular. I highly recommend this hotel if you are planning a trip to lofoten

Authenticity & Character
The restaurant was amazing! There was old charm and history in every corner. Our cabins were beautiful and comfortable. The staff was pleasant and very helpful.
Location
Walkable into the town and beautiful views of the harbor and landscape.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Our cabins were very comfortable and very clean.
Activity Reviews
Golfing at Lofoten Links with Round-Trip Transfers from Svolvær
Svolvær

The golfing was a highlight for the guys in our group. They were lucky and had beautiful weather, but overall it was a once in a lifetime experience. The transportation to the course and back was very smooth.

A private driver for the day
Norway

We had a wonderful time exploring two different locations in lofoten. We went first a beach walk in Haukland and a visit to the town of Henningsvær. We are so happy we had the driver because we could enjoy the scenery and also not have to worry about finding parking. I’m glad we only had two stops. You don’t want to feel rushed.

Quality of Experience
Van was clean and comfortable.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Kadri Talvik

Kimkim planned our trip to Norway for us as i...
Norway | Aug 3 - Aug 11, 2026

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Philip B.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026
Kimkim planned our trip to Norway for us as it was our first trip there. They chose great cities and amazing excursions. We had a wonderful time. We were very impressed with the itinerary, including the hotels and events. We ran into a hiccup with a hotel and Kimkim was very responsive in addressing the issues. We highly recommend Kimkim for your travel needs. Read more

Kimkim planned our trip to Norway for us as it was our first trip there. They chose great cities and amazing excursions. We had a wonderful time. We were very impressed with the itinerary, including the hotels and events. We ran into a hiccup with a hotel and Kimkim was very responsive in addressing the issues. We highly recommend Kimkim for your travel needs.

Activity Reviews
Floating Sauna Experience in Ålesund
Floating Sauna Experience in Ålesund
Ålesund
Quality of Experience
Kayaking & Hiking Excursion
Kayaking & Hiking Excursion
Ålesund
Quality of Experience
Food
We loved our guide.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Mostraumen Fjord Safari by Premium RIB
Mostraumen Fjord Safari by Premium RIB
Bergen
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Finnafjord Safari by RIB
Finnafjord Safari by RIB
Balestrand
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Maria Shephard

Norwegian Paradise 2026
Norway | Aug 1 - Aug 10, 2026

Yanni
Yanni P.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Aug 17, 2026
The trip was memorable and adventurous in every way. The detail timing of the taxis, cruises, and tours was perfect for us to have personal time as well. Taylor was accommodating and helpful in choices to make our tailor-made trip perfect. Aselund in the Lofoten Islands was the highlight of the Norwegian region with the majestic mountains, lakes, rivers and Fjords. The city tours in each region were helpful and educational to understand the history and culture of Norwegian heritage.
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The trip was memorable and adventurous in every way. The detail timing of the taxis, cruises, and tours was perfect for us to have personal time as well. Taylor was accommodating and helpful in choices to make our tailor-made trip perfect. Aselund in the Lofoten Islands was the highlight of the Norwegian region with the majestic mountains, lakes, rivers and Fjords. The city tours in each region were helpful and educational to understand the history and culture of Norwegian heritage.
One Negative...The "Norway In A Nutshell" day tour was a disaster with the distance that had to partake to get to the Fjord over 12 hours in trains (3), busses, and a ferry. The day in Flam was a tourist trap with souvenir shops everywhere. However, we captured a waterfall hike in Flam that overshadowed the transportation distance to get there.
The Norwegian trip overall was a bucket list expedition of nature, cultural presence, adventurous Fjords that will be memorable forever.
KimKim will be used in future regions that we are not familiar in travels going forward. Thank you for your knowledge, experience, and support to make this a comfortable, relaxing, adventurous holiday for our 45th Anniversary celebration!

Hotel Reviews
Grand Hotel Oslo
Oslo

Excellent location to Old Town, Galma Stand of Stockholm. Nostalgic hotel by the waterside with immediate access to Palace, ferries, and activities.

Authenticity & Character
Everything...the room was fabulous with 3 bay windows facing water.
Location
close to Galma Stand, Old Town.
Staff
Great people who were accommodating to our needs.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Large spacious room
Bergen Børs Hotel
Bergen

The room is not comfortable as it was 2 levels with an upper bedroom loft with stairways, a living area with crossing wooden beams throughout the room that we hit repeatedly and one small window looking out to the courtyard and market. We asked for another room but they said they were fully booked and did not accommodate us.

Authenticity & Character
Accessibility
Location
In Old Town where all the action was in the city
Staff
Very cold appearance when we arrived with no alternative to change room. The temperature of room was cold and room heaters had to be brought in.
Cleanliness & Comfort
With multiple step down levels, crossing wooden roof beams, stairs to bedroom, no heat, bathroom was open shower with no tub (requested), etc
Nordis Suites
Svolvær

Views looking out were fabulous. Cleanliness good but service poor as this is an apartment complex.

Authenticity & Character
Service
Location
Staff
To have service....This was an apartment so they did not have immediate service attendents.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Door glass to balcony shattered...more shelving for luggage.
Hotel 1904
Ålesund

Historical Elevator is very small. Breakfast is great. People were hospitable.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Depart Norway
Depart Norway
Norway

Too early to airport as it was a very small airport and waited 3.5 hours.

Evening Kayaking Excursion
Evening Kayaking Excursion
Svolvær

Excellent tour guide and experience.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Cultural Walk with a Local
Cultural Walk with a Local
Bergen

Somewhat knowledgeable.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Explore Ålesund
Explore Ålesund
Norway
Quality of Experience
Self-Guided Svolvær Exploration
Self-Guided Svolvær Exploration
Norway

We did this on our own.

Private Lofoten Floating Sauna Experience
Private Lofoten Floating Sauna Experience
Svolvær

Excellent Experience especially when diving into the cold 46 degree Farenheit water temps.

Quality of Experience
Oslofjord Dinner Cruise
Oslofjord Dinner Cruise
Oslo

It was the same cruise area region we did earlier in the day. We did not like the food quality and service. Taylor was adamant on doing this tour after I told her we prefer personal foodie restaurants.

Quality of Experience
Quality and Service of Food; No selection of wines.
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private City Walk
Private City Walk
Oslo

Good, personable, knowledgeable, kind.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Fjord Cruise to Rosendal
Fjord Cruise to Rosendal
Bergen

We never went as we were Fjorded out!

Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise by Traditional Boat
Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise by Traditional Boat
Oslo

Excellent tour of the entire area.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Norway in a Nutshell Day Trip
Norway in a Nutshell Day Trip
Bergen

I should get a credit on this trip as it was too long in distance with 3 trains, 1 bus, and cruise over 12 hours. Refer to clients next time private tour to the same cruise.

Quality of Experience
Geirangerfjord Cruise & Day Trip
Geirangerfjord Cruise & Day Trip
Norway

It was the best Fjord we saw! No changes to God's world.

Quality of Experience
Private Lofoten Sightseeing Trip
Private Lofoten Sightseeing Trip
Svolvær

He was excellent to take us to the majestic mountains of the Lofoten region. His knowledge and experience on the island was very good to give us a pleasurable time seeing nature at its best.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Taylor Hook

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