Norway 10-Day Self-Drive Tours & Itineraries

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Climb to Preikestolen, or 'Pulpit Rock' – a steep cliff above Lysefjorden
Map of Ultimate Norwegian Fjord Road Trip – 10 Days
Ultimate Norwegian Fjord Road Trip – 10 Days

Experience the best of Norway's spectacular fjords on this active self-drive tour. The trip starts in Norway's second-largest city (Bergen), where you'll pick up a rental car and spend several days exploring charming fjord-side villages and stopping for outdoorsy activities, like hiking, summer skiing, and kayaking. Finish the adventure traveling along Norway's longest and deepest fjord towards Jotunheimen National Park — with more than 250 peaks — to see some glaciers.

Drive through the village of Loen on the Nordfjord at the end of this trip
Map of Aurland Valley Trek & Norwegian Fjord Road Trip - 10 Days
Aurland Valley Trek & Norwegian Fjord Road Trip - 10 Days

Make your way through some of Scandinavia's most spectacular landscapes and connect with Norwegian culture in the two biggest cities on this 10-day trip. It starts with a train ride from Oslo that connects you to a three-day trek in the brilliant Aurlandsdalen Valley. From here, ride a scenic ferry to Bergen via the famous Sognefjord, then grab a rental car to make your way to coastal villages and mountain towns on your way back to the capital.

Take a challenging hike to Preikestolen, or Pulpit Rock, above the Lysefjord
Map of Ultimate Fjord Road Trip: Lysefjord, Bergen, Voss, Aurland & Oslo - 10 Days
Ultimate Fjord Road Trip: Lysefjord, Bergen, Voss, Aurland & Oslo - 10 Days

Stop dreaming of the fjords and experience them for yourself with this 10-day Norway road trip. Survey them from above on the famous Pulpit Rock hike, then explore from the seafaring city of Bergen. Tackle mountaintop hikes near the town of Voss before you cruise or kayak through the narrow Nærøyfjord, cycle alongside the scenic Flåm Railway, and visit one of the world's oldest stave churches. End your trip in Oslo, where world-class museums and hip cafés and boutiques await.

Get close to the views in Naeroyfjord
Map of Norway Fjord Road Trip - 10 Days
Norway Fjord Road Trip - 10 Days

This 10-day itinerary combines some of Norway's best fjords, mountains, villages, and cities. You'll kick off in Oslo with a few days to explore the up-and-coming capital before taking one of the most scenic trains in the world to Flåm. Then, ferry across the Sognefjord and begin a road trip with several days of UNESCO-listed sites, hiking trails, and boat rides to get to Bergen—a seafaring city surrounded by seven hills.

A branch of the Svartisen glacier
Map of Summer Road Trip: Helgelands Coastal Tour - 10 Days
Summer Road Trip: Helgelands Coastal Tour - 10 Days

Road trippers will cover a great deal of scenic ground between southern Norway and the tip of the Arctic Circle with this 10-day itinerary. Start the adventure in Bergen's colorful wharf city before you make your way to Fjærland on Norway's biggest fjord. From here, continue towards the mighty Geirangerfjord and city of Trondheim, and finally, the Helgeland Coast—named one of the world’s top undiscovered island gems. This Norwegian Scenic Route (the longest in the country) runs from Holm to Godøystraumen with detours in Svartisen glacier and the Seven Sisters mountain range, to name a few. In other words, outdoor opportunities aplenty!

Discover the best of northern Norway between Tromsø and Senja
Map of Arctic Norway Summer Road Trip: Tromsø, Senja, Vesterålen & Narvik - 10 Days
Arctic Norway Summer Road Trip: Tromsø, Senja, Vesterålen & Narvik - 10 Days

Take yourself on a 10-day journey through the Arctic landscapes of northern Norway with this glorious self-drive itinerary. You'll explore the craggy coasts, isolated islands, and extensive networks of hiking trails via boat safaris, kayak tours, and your own two legs. Learn about Norwegian history, try to spot eagles, and pet some dogsled huskies along the way.

Jostedalsbreen National Park
Map of Self-Drive Tour of Norway: Hemsedal, Hjelledalen & Flåm - 10 Days
Self-Drive Tour of Norway: Hemsedal, Hjelledalen & Flåm - 10 Days

Enjoy the great Norwegian outdoors with a number of exciting activities. You'll start with a few days of cross-country skiing in Hemsedal before heading toward the glacier area of Jostedalsbreen. Here, you'll hike to the Blue Ice Cave, learn about glaciers, and ride a cable car to the top of a fjord. Then, you'll stop in Flam for a scenic fjord cruise and a trip along the Flåm Railway. The trip will end in exciting Oslo.

The journey is the destination when you're driving through Norway's spectacular scenery
Map of Scandinavian Summer Road Trip: Denmark, Sweden & Norway - 10 Days
Scandinavian Summer Road Trip: Denmark, Sweden & Norway - 10 Days

Escape into a realm of fairy tales, fjords, and farm-grown culinary delights with this 10-day Scandinavian road trip. Greet Copenhagen's colorful cobbled streets, then continue to Funen Island to revisit your favorite Hans Christian Andersen tales. Delight in Skåne's most picturesque farm shops and vineyards before driving to Norway for waterfront saunas, fjord cruises, and medieval fun—and don't forget the reindeer!

Kick the trip off with a sunset kayaking trip through the Stockholm archipelago
Map of Scandinavian Fjord & Hiking Summer Adventure - 10 Days
Scandinavian Fjord & Hiking Summer Adventure - 10 Days

Perfect for adventure seekers, this active 10-day summer itinerary explores Sweden and Norway's most scenic landscapes. Begin in Stockholm, where you'll paddle to Långholmen Island on a sunset kayaking tour before boarding a train to Oslo. Explore the Oslofjord's islands via scenic ferry and hiking trails, fly to coastal Ålesund, and ascend the Aksla viewpoint. Continue to Geiranger for kayaking and ziplining and conclude with an interactive aquarium experience.

End your trip in Norway and experience the beauty of Oslo in winter
Map of Christmas Markets & Winter Adventures in Sweden & Norway - 10 Days
Christmas Markets & Winter Adventures in Sweden & Norway - 10 Days

Get into the festive spirit with this 10-day winter break in Sweden and Norway. The trip includes quality time in some of Scandinavia's top Christmas markets, based in historic city squares, nearby castles, and country estates. Browse the stalls for handmade gifts, sip mulled wine, and sing traditional carols to your heart's content. More winter adventures include a Swedish cinnamon bun masterclass, a fjord dinner cruise in Oslo, and a pamper day at a vineyard spa.

Watch the midnight sun from a seaside soaking tub in Senja (photo courtesy of Hamn i Senja)
Map of Remote Luxury in Norway's Lofoten Islands - 10 Days
Remote Luxury in Norway's Lofoten Islands - 10 Days

Get behind the wheel for a once-in-a-lifetime road trip through dazzling Arctic Norway. This self-drive adventure will take you to the UNESCO-listed Lofoten Islands for mountain hikes, kayaking, whale watching, and stylish stays in memorable locations. There will also be plenty of time to soak up the midnight sun in outdoor hot tubs amid prime views of fjords and mountain peaks. Finish with a stopover in the city of Tromsø for a charter fishing trip to catch prized halibut—which you'll enjoy later for dinner.

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