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We are a travel company registered in Norway. We draw our expertise in travel from years and years of experience traveling on location to the places we offer, combined with our understanding of what travelers need, and the best ways to travel. With each experience we develop, we hone in our expertise, developing better and better trips.

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We are not good planners, often having an ide...
Norway | Sep 20 - Sep 26, 2026

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Karen K.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2026
We are not good planners, often having an idea for a trip 3 weeks before actually leaving home. So, when we decided to go to Norway about three weeks before we'd leave, we knew we'd need help putting together an itinerary. Years ago, KimKim helped us put together a fantastic trip to Iceland so we sent off a message and heard right back from Christina. What a great week in Norway. Oslo? The fjords! Bergen! Hiking with Jurgen, kayaking with Sergei, cider tasting at the Ciderhus in Balestrand,... Read more

We are not good planners, often having an idea for a trip 3 weeks before actually leaving home. So, when we decided to go to Norway about three weeks before we'd leave, we knew we'd need help putting together an itinerary. Years ago, KimKim helped us put together a fantastic trip to Iceland so we sent off a message and heard right back from Christina. What a great week in Norway. Oslo? The fjords! Bergen! Hiking with Jurgen, kayaking with Sergei, cider tasting at the Ciderhus in Balestrand, RIP boat touring, fantastic meals, and restful nights in cozy hotels were all part of her deliverable. And, she managed to put everything together on short notice. We really should up our planning game but it's nice to know that Kim Kim is there when we need help.

Local specialist: Christina Wang
Christina
Christina Wang
Local specialist in Kristiansand, Norway | Replied on Sep 30, 2026

Karen, thank you so much for sharing your experience of planning your trip to Norway with us! I am so glad to hear you had a great time. You had so many nice adventures on your trip. It was a true pleasure planning with you! Thank you again for trusting us with the planning. All the best, Christina

Beautiful Norway
Norway | Aug 31 - Sep 23, 2026

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Wendy W.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Sep 28, 2026

We loved the Flam Railway, the fjords, and the Lofoten islands. All our accommodations were great, but our favorites were in Aurland and Svolvær.

Local specialist: Anna Grindevoll Strønstad

Wonderful everything was wonderful. Thanks fo...
Norway | Aug 31 - Sep 23, 2026

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Brian K W.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Sep 27, 2026
Wonderful everything was wonderful. Thanks for your help you made our trip a great success! Read more

Wonderful everything was wonderful. Thanks for your help you made our trip a great success!

Hotel Reviews
Svinøya Rorbuer
Svolvær

Best place we stayed on the whole trip on a stormy day we could see the weather and on a clear day we could walk where we wanted and the food was amazing!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Vangsgaarden Gjestgiveri
Aurland

Location was perfect, Quiet great food a stay of a lifetime! Thanks.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
The desk clerk was amazing!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Svalbard hotel | The Vault
Longyearbyen

Perfect location!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Glacier Safari
Svalbard

Our guide was a perfect gentleman when we were at the glacier he would us let enjoy the quiet and the calfing of the glacier. It was the most peaceful and full of awe trip. Hard to explain but just perfect!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Just was so nice and we just enjoyed him and the trip.
Transport
It’s a long way and felt like a big adventure.
City Walk
City Walk
Norway

This was the best our guide was perfect and I would go with her anywhere!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was the best ever!
Transport
Local specialist: Anna Grindevoll Strønstad

A Wonderful Experience with KimKIm
Norway | Sep 9 - Sep 23, 2026

Charles
Charles E.
Philadelphia, PA, USA | Reviewed on Sep 26, 2026
First of all, we had an absolutely amazing time in Norway. Everything went so smoothly because of the way the trip was designed by Tom Christer.
My wife has a chronic, debilatating condition, and we had debated back and forth whether we should even go on this trip. I started researching everything on my own but realized that I was out of my league. Years ago, when we went to Germany, I used an American travel agent who, we found out much later, had no idea what she was doing. When we got...
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First of all, we had an absolutely amazing time in Norway. Everything went so smoothly because of the way the trip was designed by Tom Christer.
My wife has a chronic, debilatating condition, and we had debated back and forth whether we should even go on this trip. I started researching everything on my own but realized that I was out of my league. Years ago, when we went to Germany, I used an American travel agent who, we found out much later, had no idea what she was doing. When we got into trouble over there, she never picked up the phone.
So, I decided to find a Norwegian travel consultant online. I read the reviews. Basically, people were saying that kimkim was highly regarded but that a person could do the trip more cheaply by booking everything themselves. That did not make any sense to me, because how can a person really know what to see and how to book the travel arrangements correctly, if they had never been to the country.
My wife and I agreed that, if we had tried to arrange everything on our own, our trip would have been a disaster. As it happened, our experience was just the opposite. Tom planned the trip so that our daily excursions would not be so strenuous for my wife, yet we were able to see so many things. The hotels and the views from the hotels that Tom selected were amazing as well as the breakfasts. I had a few questions along the way, and the team at kimkim always picked up the phone to steer me in the right direction. We had one small problem that Tom's colleague, Mathia, fixed for us immediately. What we really appreciated was that Tom, Mathia, and even Christina were always sending us emails to check up on us to make sure everything was going smoothly.
So, this excursion ended up being the trip of a lifetime for us! Norge er så vakker--Norway is so beautiful. Not only did we get to experience the amazing fjords and the small country towns, but we were able go to the wonderful city of Bergen and the very active, modern-day capital of Oslo. It was the perfect balance for someone like us who had never been to the country before. We would highly recommend kimkim and especially Tom Christer.

Hotel Reviews
Scandic Byporten
Oslo

The rooms in this hotel were tiny and stuffy. However, breakfasts were fabulous, and the view of downtown Oslo was without compare!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
We were at this hotel for three days and booked a day for our room to be cleaned and supplies re-stocked. The cleaning people never showed up.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Vangsgaarden Gjestgiveri
Aurland

This was a cottage right on the water. Awesome views!! The proprietor, she treated us like family and gave us a big hug when we left. Amazing experience.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Kviknes Hotel
Balestrand

Hotel was drop-dead gorgeous. Amazing breakfasts. Views were amazing.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Grand Hotel Terminus
Bergen

Close to everything, amazing breakfast, beautiful hotel.

Authenticity & Character
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Fjordcruise on UNESCO Nærøyfjord
Fjordcruise on UNESCO Nærøyfjord
Norway

The views, the cliffs, the waterfalls. We felt like we were in a living postcard. My wife has some disabilities, and the staff were very helpful in getting on the boat safely.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Tom Christer Larsen
Tom Christer
Tom Christer Larsen
Local specialist in Oslo, Norway | Replied on Sep 28, 2026

Hi Charles.

I am so happy to read that you had a great trip here in Norway and that it was a smooth and relaxing trip for you and your wife. Sorry to hear about your past experiences when booking through an agency and I agree with what you say about booking on your own, it will be of course cheaper but we have the local knowledge and being supportive for the travellers is important for us and glad my colleagues could contribute to making your stay a great one so you could enjoy the beautiful sceneries through the fjords and also the cities.

All the best.

Warmly,
Tom

Just returned from a wonderful week in Norway...
Norway | Sep 14 - Sep 22, 2026

marvin
marvin g.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 25, 2026
Just returned from a wonderful week in Norway...planned by Mathia!!
Hotels were excellent....perfect location each one!! would highly recommend the Amerikalingen, Aurlandfjord, and the Belgen Bors!!!
Our guides were really terrific.... Mia in Oslo and John in Bergen....walked and talked and learned quite a bit...would have missed so much had we not used the guides.
Loved the experience of the FjordSafari....great crew!!!
Certainly enjoyed the ferry from Aurland to Bergen....
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Just returned from a wonderful week in Norway...planned by Mathia!!
Hotels were excellent....perfect location each one!! would highly recommend the Amerikalingen, Aurlandfjord, and the Belgen Bors!!!
Our guides were really terrific.... Mia in Oslo and John in Bergen....walked and talked and learned quite a bit...would have missed so much had we not used the guides.
Loved the experience of the FjordSafari....great crew!!!
Certainly enjoyed the ferry from Aurland to Bergen....
All was excellent despite a bit of rain....never slowed us down
Many thanks to all....especially to Mathia who planned the trip.... (A few small issues arose that were quickly (few minutes) resolved via text on the KimKim App. really excellent service before and during the adventure)

Local specialist: Mathia Pacenti
Mathia
Mathia Pacenti
Local specialist in Vesterålen, Norway | Replied on Sep 25, 2026

Dear Marvin,
Thank you very much for your kind review.
It makes me happy to hear how much you enjoyed your week in Norway. I’ll share your kind words with Mia and John. It’s wonderful to hear that their walks helped you discover things you might otherwise have missed.
It was a real pleasure planning this adventure with you and being there when you needed help along the way. Thank you for trusting me with your trip.
I wish you and your family all the best. :)
Mathia

Tom worked miracles for us on our Norway sel...
Norway | Sep 9 - Sep 21, 2026

dru
dru q.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Sep 24, 2026
Tom worked miracles for us on our Norway self- driving trip .
My husband and I decided to add a Norway excursion on the back of a Faroe Islands trip on a whim .I was having difficulty navigating the logistics of driving times , lodging and certain activities that were slightly out of season
With about two weeks notice, Tom put together a phenomenal trip for us . We were stunned at the amazing lodgings he was able to procure last minute ., all within our budget . Tom booked everything from...
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Tom worked miracles for us on our Norway self- driving trip .
My husband and I decided to add a Norway excursion on the back of a Faroe Islands trip on a whim .I was having difficulty navigating the logistics of driving times , lodging and certain activities that were slightly out of season
With about two weeks notice, Tom put together a phenomenal trip for us . We were stunned at the amazing lodgings he was able to procure last minute ., all within our budget . Tom booked everything from accommodations to excursions to our rental car. Tom and Mathia were incredibly supportive, touching base with us daily to be sure things were running smoothly and giving us suggesting a for things to do , places to eat, possible road delays, weather updates etc. Mathia even met us briefly at the ferry to say hello ; unfortunately we were out of time so no coffee date !
It was quite obvious that our adventure was planned by someone who lives locally and knows the area well and cares about the experience their client is having .

I cannot recommend this agency highly enough , I hope to be able to work with them in the future .

Hotel Reviews
Svinøya Rorbuer
Svolvær

What a beautiful and charming hotel . We stayed in an antique cabin over the water - perfection ! The restaurant alone is worth staying in property . The breakfast was delicious , bountiful and relaxed in the charming historic main building. Dinner was fantastic- our fish dishes were unequaled during our trip through the islands

Authenticity & Character
It gets no more authentic
Location
Location cannot be equaled . If you are in the area this is where you should stay
Staff
The staff were welcoming and friendly , efficient . Everyone seems happy to be working there and they like their colleagues
Cleanliness & Comfort
Eliassen Rorbuer
Moskenes

Wonderful hotel , well designed , a perfect location The cabins are cozy and well equipped , the view amazing

Authenticity & Character
Sleek and cozy at the same time
Location
The best location for lodging in all the lofoten islands .
Staff
Good staff , pleasant and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Immaculate
NARVIKFJELLET Camp 291
Narvik

Wow! My husband and I travel a great deal and this cabin is one of the most amazing ones we’ve ever stayed in . We were absolutely blown away by the incredibly smart and efficient but sleek design of the place . There is zero wasted space and yet it feels as if you are living in a quite luxurious tree house. We carried out our dinner to be able to eat watching the sunset and the lights come on in the town below The bed was the most comfortable one we slept in during our entire trip We would have loved to have stayed a week . I enjoyed this cabin so I am contemplating reaching out to the architectural firm to purchase the plans Every single detail has been covered and done so well

Authenticity & Character
Location
The view is spectacular and yet it’s 5 minutes into turn
Cleanliness & Comfort
Immaculate
Skagakaia
Bø

What an absolutely charming place ! We were in the most adorable little apartment , comfortable, livable and yet decorated with a perfect eye .We loved sitting having morning coffee or afternoon wine watching the ocean out the window . I would have loved to have just moved in and never leave ! Everything we needed was there in our cozy space and the beds so comfortable. Our host , Lone, was a highlight of our trip through Norway . The restored post office / dining room she’s created looks like something out of a travel magazine and her family stories only add to the experience and character . Breakfast (btw) was delicious and casually elegant . Lone sat with us telling us stories and giving us advice on places to explore locally This stay was a highlight of our trip and the accommodations should be considered a destiny on their own , it’s that great of an experience

Authenticity & Character
Cozy and comfortable but with vintage pieces that give the place an authentic feel
Location
Beautiful . Convenient to town but st the end of the peninsula so one can watch the sea and see the Lofoten Mtns in the distance
Staff
Lone could not have been a better host
Cleanliness & Comfort
Immaculate
Hamn i Senja
Skaland

Nice place to stay . The staff was incredibly kind and helpful

Authenticity & Character
Pretty place , contemporary
Location
Good location, right off the route , only a few minutes from the ferry
Staff
Excellent staff , friendly and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Immaculate
Scandic Ishavshotel
Tromsø

Cool hotel in a fabulous location with the most amazing breakfast !

Authenticity & Character
Nice hotel , sleek and modern with good design
Location
Walkable to most everything
Staff
Extremely helpful and courteous
Cleanliness & Comfort
Id stay here again , great option for Tromsø
Local specialist: Tom Christer Larsen
Tom Christer
Tom Christer Larsen
Local specialist in Oslo, Norway | Replied on Sep 25, 2026

Dear Dru.

We are very happy to be able to set this a bit last minute trip up for you and your husband, and of course even more happy to hear everything was to your complete satisfaction :)
And Mathia, myself and the rest of the team are here to give you support whenever needed is our pleasure and that is what we are here for. Helping travellers is not just our work, it is our way of life.
If you ever feel about coming back just let us know.

All the best.

Warmly,
Tom

The Whole Trip Was Our Favourite!
Norway | Aug 31 - Sep 13, 2026

Jennifer
Jennifer H.
Canada | Reviewed on Sep 22, 2026
We have recently completed the most enjoyable two week vacation in Norway with the gracious assistance of Mathia. He was very attentive to our requests and arranged for hotels and tours that met our wishes completely. Everything was organized and documented exactly as planned, and the hotels, guided tours, and recommendations were superb. We really appreciated Mathia's availability throughout our trip and were comfortable knowing that we could reach out to him if we encountered a... Read more

We have recently completed the most enjoyable two week vacation in Norway with the gracious assistance of Mathia. He was very attentive to our requests and arranged for hotels and tours that met our wishes completely. Everything was organized and documented exactly as planned, and the hotels, guided tours, and recommendations were superb. We really appreciated Mathia's availability throughout our trip and were comfortable knowing that we could reach out to him if we encountered a problem. Somehow he even managed to provide good weather!
Among the highlights for us, apart from the spectacular natural beauty and unique cities, were the outstanding museums we visited. These included the Ringve and Rockheim Music Museums in Trondheim, the Sunnmore Outdoor Museum in Alesund, and the Norwegian Fjord Centre in Geiranger. Additionally, Christell, John, and Wanda were enthusiastic guides who shared their passion for and knowledge of their respective cities.
The combination of trains, boats, waterfalls, museums and cities was most enriching and enjoyable. It's difficult to say what we loved best about the trip!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Brosundet
Ålesund

This is a delightful hotel with a distinctive Norwegian flavour. The room had a comfortable small table and chairs with a sliding glass door that opened onto the canal below, giving us great views of the activities on the water. The highlight of the hotel is its spectacular lobby, with its high ceilings, beautiful stone fireplace, and comfortable seating. The breakfast buffet was beautifully laid out and served in a bright room with lovely Scandinavian décor. As we are senior travellers, we chose to take a taxi to the Geiranger Fjord Cruise terminal rather than walk. However, the distance isn’t far, and many travellers would find it walkable.

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Grand Hotel Terminus
Bergen

The highlight of this hotel was the distinctive wood-panelled bar. The lobby area and breakfast rooms were equally reminiscent of classic hotels. The room was spacious, refurnished and comfortable. The location is within walking distance of the old Bryggen district, restaurants, pedestrian streets and the funicular. The hotel is directly across the road from the beautiful old train station.

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MS Vesterålen
Tromsø

The accommodation on the MS Vesterålen Hurtigruten ship was a bit of a surprise. The room was smaller than expected and had bunk beds, which was challenging for us as older travelers because one had to climb a ladder. It would be helpful for future travelers to know about this setup in advance or to have an option for a room without a ladder.

Radisson Blu Airport Hotel, Oslo Gardemoen
Gardemoen

The location right next to the airport and train station is really convenient. It is what one would expect from a large hotel, where the location, cleanliness and convenience are more important than uniqueness and ambiance. The dining room served very good dinners and a nice buffet breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
Location
The hotel is directly connected to the Oslo airport and the airport train station, making it a great place to stay the night before our departure.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Scandic Nidelven
Trondheim

We had a lovely room with a beautiful view over the canal and the flower bridge. There’s something special about being right on the water. The hotel is in a great location, within walking distance of the train station and many of the repurposed old buildings and restaurants in the old town. The buffet breakfast was one of the best we’ve ever had. The variety of food was amazing. Our train left early in the morning, making breakfast a bit rushed. Had we let the front desk know the night before, we could have had a packed breakfast prepared for us. A good tip for other travellers with early departures.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Vangsgaarden Gjestgiveri
Aurland

The small village of Aurland was a wonderful place to stay for a night. We stayed in one of eight delightful little cottages directly overlooking the water. The cottages were simple but clean, bright and inviting. The little deck was a wonderful place to enjoy a glass of wine and the incredible view. The breakfast was fabulous and served in a beautifully decorated traditional home. We enjoyed our walk through the little town and along the water. The hotel was conveniently located within a five minute walk of the ferry.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Amerikalinjen
Oslo

Amerikalinjen, the former headquarters of the Norwegian American Line, is a beautiful old hotel centrally located within walking distance of the train station and the pedestrian downtown. A delicious breakfast was served in the inviting Atlas Brasserie. We were pleasantly surprised to find that our room was ready in time for our early arrival. The staff was accommodating and friendly, and the room was comfortable and clean.

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Activity Reviews
Relax onboard the Hurtigruten
Relax onboard the Hurtigruten
Hurtigruten

While relaxing onboard the Hurtigruten was generally enjoyable, there was a part of the trip where the ship stopped for a good part of the day without any clear options for excursions or activities. It was a bit of a surprise and felt like downtime without much to do, which could be improved by offering optional excursions or activities during such stops.

Bergen Walking Tour With a Local Guide
Bergen Walking Tour With a Local Guide
Bergen

The Bergen Walking Tour with a Local Guide was excellent. Our guide, Tom, was personable and showed us the key sights while also giving great suggestions for lunch spots.

Full Day Geiranger Fjord Cruise
Full Day Geiranger Fjord Cruise
Ålesund

My favorite activity was the Full Day Geiranger Fjord Cruise. We were so lucky with the weather, and the experience was incredible and unique. The combination of the stunning geography, the visual experience, and the cultural aspects made it a well-balanced and memorable trip.

Local specialist: Mathia Pacenti
Mathia
Mathia Pacenti
Local specialist in Vesterålen, Norway | Replied on Sep 23, 2026
Dear Jennifer,
Thank you very much for your incredibly kind and thoughtful review. It was a real pleasure helping you plan your two-week journey through Norway, and I’m so happy to hear that the trip was everything you had hoped for.
It’s wonderful to hear that the museums were among your highlights, and I’m sure Ringve, Rockheim, Sunnmøre Outdoor Museum, and the Norwegian Fjord Centre will stay as special memories from your journey.
I will also be very happy to share your kind words with...
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Dear Jennifer,
Thank you very much for your incredibly kind and thoughtful review. It was a real pleasure helping you plan your two-week journey through Norway, and I’m so happy to hear that the trip was everything you had hoped for.
It’s wonderful to hear that the museums were among your highlights, and I’m sure Ringve, Rockheim, Sunnmøre Outdoor Museum, and the Norwegian Fjord Centre will stay as special memories from your journey.
I will also be very happy to share your kind words with Christel, John, and Wanda. They are all wonderful guides, and it means a lot to know that their enthusiasm and knowledge added something special to your days.
Thank you again for trusting me with your Norwegian adventure and for taking the time to share such beautiful feedback. It was truly a pleasure to assist you, and I hope our paths will cross again one day, perhaps for another journey in Norway.
I wish you and your family all the best. :)
Mathia

Unique Custom Self Directed Travel for Incedible Value
Norway | Aug 31 - Sep 13, 2026

James
James B.
Kitchener, ON, Canada | Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026
Kim Kim and our agent Mathia recommended, organized and made all the arrangements for our ncredible Norway trip.
It was incredible value for a 5 star experience. It was the perfect mix of train and boat travel. Well paced but scheduled to maximize our 12 days with sufficient down time for relaxation and to explore on our own.
The boutique hotels were some of the best we have stayed at in Europe. All well located and unique. The guides for our personal citytours were exceptional.
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Kim Kim and our agent Mathia recommended, organized and made all the arrangements for our ncredible Norway trip.
It was incredible value for a 5 star experience. It was the perfect mix of train and boat travel. Well paced but scheduled to maximize our 12 days with sufficient down time for relaxation and to explore on our own.
The boutique hotels were some of the best we have stayed at in Europe. All well located and unique. The guides for our personal citytours were exceptional.
All of the recommendations for the itinerary, activities and restaurants were perfect and allowed us to really experience Norway and everything it offers in its diverse geography, culture and history.
Particular highlights were the Flam Railway, Fijord Ferry cruises, Hurtigruten overnights and the City of Trondheim.
We have no hesitations in giving the highest recommendation to Mathia and his local Norwegian team and Kim Kim as the broker and platform for the easy arranging of such a wonderful custom self directed travel experience.

Local specialist: Mathia Pacenti
Mathia
Mathia Pacenti
Local specialist in Vesterålen, Norway | Replied on Sep 23, 2026
Dear James,
Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a wonderful review.
It was truly a pleasure to help design and organize your journey through Norway, and I’m so happy to hear that the balance between traveling by train and boat, discovering new places, and having time to relax worked so well for you. The Flam Railway, the fjord cruises, Hurtigruten, and Trondheim are all such special parts of the journey, so it means a lot to know they became highlights of your trip.
It was...
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Dear James,
Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a wonderful review.
It was truly a pleasure to help design and organize your journey through Norway, and I’m so happy to hear that the balance between traveling by train and boat, discovering new places, and having time to relax worked so well for you. The Flam Railway, the fjord cruises, Hurtigruten, and Trondheim are all such special parts of the journey, so it means a lot to know they became highlights of your trip.
It was great assisting you and being part of your Norwegian adventure. Thank you for your trust, your kind words, and for recommending me and the local team. I hope Norway will stay with you for a long time, and perhaps there will be another journey north one day.
I wish you and your family all the best. :)
Mathia

Mathia was amazing to work with in planning/e...
Norway | Sep 6 - Sep 13, 2026

Amy
Amy P.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Sep 20, 2026
Mathia was amazing to work with in planning/executing our trip. He is an excellent communicator and responded in a timely manner when we had questions or concerns.
Guides Christel, Emme and John were top notch. .
There were minor scheduling things we would have done differently, but all in all it was a wonderful trip.
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Mathia was amazing to work with in planning/executing our trip. He is an excellent communicator and responded in a timely manner when we had questions or concerns.
Guides Christel, Emme and John were top notch. .
There were minor scheduling things we would have done differently, but all in all it was a wonderful trip.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Norge by Scandic
Bergen
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
We arrived around 1:00 pm. 2/4 rooms were ready but they were going to charge us for early check-in. Kim Kim said check-in was at 3:00 but it actually wasn’t until 4. Spa wasn’t available second day to use the pool due to being booked by people not staying at the hotel. Disappointing
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms tiny
Kviknes Hotel
Balestrand
Authenticity & Character
Location
The directions provided by Kim Kim is not the easiest way to get there while hauling bags.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Wangen Apartments by Flåmsbrygga
Aurland
Authenticity & Character
Very cute red cottage near the water.
Location
Close to the water, food and grocery store
Staff
Helpful getting bags stored since ferry was mid afternoon.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The heating system did not work as instructed. The breakfast was a lot of processed food-sugary yogurt, ultra processed muffin, apple juice box. Not ideal breakfast.
Thon Hotel Terminus
Oslo

Staff friendly. Breakfast was delicious. Coffee available 24 hrs in lobby. Comfortable rooms and good location.

Location
Close to train station.
Staff
Friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Mathia Pacenti
Mathia
Mathia Pacenti
Local specialist in Vesterålen, Norway | Replied on Sep 21, 2026
Dear Amy,
Thank you so much for your kind review and for taking the time to share your experience. It was truly a pleasure to help plan your journey and to be there along the way whenever questions or concerns came up.
I’m especially happy to hear that Christel, Emme and John made such a great impression. I’ll be sure to share your lovely words with them as well. And thank you for mentioning the minor scheduling points. Feedback like this is very valuable and helps us continue to improve the...
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Dear Amy,
Thank you so much for your kind review and for taking the time to share your experience. It was truly a pleasure to help plan your journey and to be there along the way whenever questions or concerns came up.
I’m especially happy to hear that Christel, Emme and John made such a great impression. I’ll be sure to share your lovely words with them as well. And thank you for mentioning the minor scheduling points. Feedback like this is very valuable and helps us continue to improve the experience for future travelers.
Most of all, I’m delighted to know that, all in all, you had a wonderful trip and enjoyed your time in Norway. It was a pleasure working with you, and I hope Norway will stay with you as a beautiful memory for a long time to come.
I wish you and your family all the best. :)
Mathia

Amazing trip. Amazing company.
Norway | Aug 22 - Sep 6, 2026

David
David D.
Rochester, MN, USA | Reviewed on Sep 18, 2026
The entire trip to was phenomenal. We may never get back to Norway so wanted to make it memorable. We told Mathia from the KimKim team what we were looking for and he created an amazing itinerary. There is no way I could have done this on my own (trust me, I tried). The one on one guides were fantastic, the hotels were great, and having everything taken care of in advance takes a lot of headache out of travelling. When we did have one issue with our ride leaving without us, Mathia... Read more

The entire trip to was phenomenal. We may never get back to Norway so wanted to make it memorable. We told Mathia from the KimKim team what we were looking for and he created an amazing itinerary. There is no way I could have done this on my own (trust me, I tried). The one on one guides were fantastic, the hotels were great, and having everything taken care of in advance takes a lot of headache out of travelling.

When we did have one issue with our ride leaving without us, Mathia was quick to respond and another ride was there within 20 minutes.

Thank you so much,
The Derby's

Hotel Reviews
Radisson Blu Airport Hotel, Oslo Gardemoen
Gardemoen
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Geilo Hotel
Geilo
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Heimly Pensjonat
Flåm

Loved our little hotel. They have dinner there which we loved. They even held it when we were running late.

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Kviknes Hotel
Balestrand

Best food ever!

Authenticity & Character
We were in the newer part, but overall the hotel is very historical with excellent artworks
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Balestrand is amazing and the hotel is beautiful
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Grand Hotel Terminus
Bergen

Really fun place right in the heart of Bergen

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Scandic Nidelven
Trondheim

Loved being over the water

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Oppdal Turisthotell
Oppdal

Fun place right by the train station so we wouldn't get lost!

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Aksjemøllen
Lillehammer

Fun hotel in a great location

Authenticity & Character
It was a former mill and keeps the character of it alive in their decor.
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Thon Hotel Terminus
Oslo

We didn't arrive until 2 AM, but they had someone there waiting for us!

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Activity Reviews
Bergen Walking Tour With a Local Guide
Bergen Walking Tour With a Local Guide
Bergen

Got to see the city through the eyes of a local

Waterfall Hike & Stegastein Viewpoint
Waterfall Hike & Stegastein Viewpoint
Norway

One of our favorite activities. There was no one else at the Stegastein viewpoint (and that is rare)

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Nærøyfjord Cruise & Viking Valley Tour
Nærøyfjord Cruise & Viking Valley Tour
Norway

Beautiful. Love having the electric boat as it was so quiet

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Guided Kayaking in Flåm
Guided Kayaking in Flåm
Norway

We had to cut our paddling short due to weather, but the guides did their job and made sure we were safe.

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Trondheim Walking Tour
Trondheim Walking Tour
Trondheim

Guide was amazing. She showed us all around the city and made it personal to our Minnesota roots.

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Musk Ox Safari
Musk Ox Safari
Oppdal

Even though it was a larger group, our guide held us together well! Plus, we saw Musk Ox. Beautiful land

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Explore Oslo's Hidden Gems with a Local Expert
Explore Oslo's Hidden Gems with a Local Expert
Oslo

Our guide was so fun

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we didn't have transport
Local specialist: Mathia Pacenti
Mathia
Mathia Pacenti
Local specialist in Vesterålen, Norway | Replied on Sep 21, 2026
Dear David and Kelly,
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. It truly means a lot to me to know that you enjoyed the trip and that we were able to create the kind of memorable experience you were hoping for in Norway.
It was a real pleasure to work with you and to bring together the experiences, guides and accommodations that made the journey special. I’m especially happy to hear that having everything arranged in advance gave you peace of mind and made the trip more enjoyable.
Thank...
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Dear David and Kelly,
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. It truly means a lot to me to know that you enjoyed the trip and that we were able to create the kind of memorable experience you were hoping for in Norway.
It was a real pleasure to work with you and to bring together the experiences, guides and accommodations that made the journey special. I’m especially happy to hear that having everything arranged in advance gave you peace of mind and made the trip more enjoyable.
Thank you again for trusting me with such an important trip. It was a pleasure helping you discover Norway, and I hope the memories you made here stay with you for many years to come.
I wish you and your family all the best. :)
Mathia