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Introducing Norway

Similar in size to California, but with only 5 million people, Norway has plenty of open space to explore. Its unique fjords, mountains, and picturesque villages give this outdoor adventure paradise a unique character. 

When is the best time to visit?
Norway's latitude, with part of the country located north of the Arctic circle, creates pronounced seasonal differences. Hike and cycle the Scandinavian landscapes, and experience the Midnight Sun during summer; Go dog sledding, skiing, snowmobiling, and see the Northern Lights in winter. More details

Where to go in Norway?
The go-to destinations for many travelers are Bergen, the charming villages along the world-famous Sognefjord like Aurland and Balestrand, and the scenic Lofoten Islands. A cultural must-visit is the city of Oslo with its many museums and rich history, while Tromsø and Alta are ideal destinations to chase the Aurora Borealis in winter and the Midnight Sun in summer. There are also plenty of ways to experience Norway off-the-beaten-path, with dramatic landscapes and rich culture around every corner.

How many days do I need?
Some visitors breeze through Norway in 3 days, and while you can quickly tour the country and get a feel for its natural scenery, we recommend to plan a week or more to really take in all that it has to offer.

Getting Around Norway
It's common to use multiple modes of transport when exploring Norway. The "best way" to go depends on the region you're in and how far you're going. Ferries are great for witnessing the powerful fjords, while many of the national parks lend themselves well to road trips—and if you're heading all the way to the Arctic Circle, domestic flights are usually the way to go. Learn more

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Norway Tours & Itineraries

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The pretty port city of Ålesund shines at dusk.
Map of Western Norway Fjord Road Trip - 8 Days
Western Norway Fjord Road Trip - 8 Days

Get ready to hit the open road on this self-drive adventure down Norway's stunning west coast. Starting in Bergen, you'll hike, bike, and take one of the world's steepest train rides through the country's villages, mountains, and fjords. Top off your well-rounded trip in charming Ålesund, a fairytale city renowned for its Art Nouveau architecture.

The Sognefjord, nicknamed King of the Fjords.
Map of Explore Bergen, Fjords & Waterfalls - 5 Days
Explore Bergen, Fjords & Waterfalls - 5 Days

This picturesque five-day itinerary hits key summer spots using various means of transportation for a true Nordic adventure. You'll start off in your home base of Bergen, the country's 2nd largest city (complete with a UNESCO World Heritage Site), and explore the streets and surrounding mountains on your own and with a local guide. From here, take two day-trips involving a scenic train ride, a ferry through the longest fjord in Norway, and a fjord cruise to nearby waterfalls — all while returning to Bergen each night to enjoy its restaurants and nightlife.

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.

A view of Aurora Borealis near Tromsø, Norway.
Map of Norway Northern Lights Road Trip - 7 Days
Norway Northern Lights Road Trip - 7 Days

This scenic winter adventure traverses the Norwegian Arctic and checks off a number of natural and cultural sites starting in the city of Tromsø, nicknamed 'Paris of the North'. From here, hit the road and see rock art in Alta, learn about the indigenous Sami people in Karasjok, and visit a hotel made of snow along the Finnish/Russian border. Each day ends with another opportunity to view the Northern Lights in this beautiful and remote part of the world.

The historic Bryggen district along Bergen's picturesque wharf.
Map of Oslo to Bergen Fjord Adventure - 5 Days
Oslo to Bergen Fjord Adventure - 5 Days

This five-day jaunt covers a great deal of Nordic ground, visiting the country's two largest cities and its longest and deepest fjord. Start in Oslo before taking a scenic train and ferry to the fjord-side village of Balestrand. Continue north to Fjærland before getting on another boat—this time to Bergen, a historic wharf city and home to a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

A summer evening in the village of Reine
Map of Summer Road Trip:  Norway's West Coast - 7 Days
Summer Road Trip: Norway's West Coast - 7 Days

This lightly-trafficked, summertime road trip is a great way to experience Northern Norway's stunning coastline from late May to early September. The adventure starts with a half-day in Tromsø—"Paris of the North"—before you continue to Sommarøy, the first of many islands. You'll then take car ferries to Senja island and Andoya island to enjoy remote nature where fewer travelers venture. Finish the adventure in Lofoten's stunning, and yes, more popular, islands for hiking and kayaking while based in the charming village of Reine.

Make the Most of Your Time in Norway

Have a fixed number of days? Maximize the things to see and do during your visit
Explore the Lofoten Islands in Norway's north
How Many Days to Spend in Norway

With such a wide range of options to explore, Norway can easily keep most travelers occupied for weeks, if not months. That said, an epic itinerary can be covered in less time;...

Fjord
Map of 1 Week in Norway - 7 Unique Itinerary Ideas
1 Week in Norway - 7 Unique Itinerary Ideas

From down in the fjords up to the mountain peaks, Norway is full of sweeping vistas and stirring Viking tales. How to capture it all in a week? Hone in on your favorite region...

Norway Travel Essentials

All you need to know to get started planning the perfect trip
Stunning Geirangerfjord
Best Time of Year To Visit Norway

Despite its northerly location, Norway is an amazing destination any time of year. Summer months bring the endless daylight of the Midnight Sun as well as warmer temperatures,...

Ultimate Norway Packing List
Ultimate Norway Packing List

In Norway they say there’s no bad weather, only bad clothing. Norwegians have made an art out of hacking through any type of terrain, in any kind of weather, at any time of...

Getting Off-the-Beaten-Path in Norway
Getting Off-the-Beaten-Path in Norway

Looking to get off-the-beaten-path in Norway? Here are a number of great ways to experience Norway like a local, from lesser-known coastal regions to scenic train routes to...

Norway Travel Advice

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Besseggen, Norway
Ultimate Guide to Multi-Day Hiking in Norway

Phone off, out-of-office reply on. When it comes to long-distance hikes, you'd be hard-pressed to find a better country than Norway. With cozy, for-public-use cabins dotting the...

Ultimate Guide to Photography in Norway
Ultimate Guide to Photography in Norway

So, you came to Norway to see the fjords, ski the snowy peaks, and gaze over the edges of cliffs at the stunning vistas below? Sure you did, but let’s be honest: you're really...

Norway Destination Guides

Detailed travel guides for the main regions of the country
Aerial view into the Geirangerfjord
Ultimate Guide to Norway's Fjords

There is perhaps no place on Earth that can rival the beauty of Norway's fjords — as if Odin himself carved out mountains, splattered waterfalls on his canvas, and then flooded...

Bergen's colorful architecture
24 Hours in Bergen

It may still be the little sister city to more grown-up Oslo, but Bergen has come a long way in the last decade. Ringed by mountains and unfolding gracefully toward glistening...

Norway Hotel Advice

Unique places to stay, curated by kimkim specialists
Bergen
Bergen Børs Hotel
4.8
(33)
· Luxury
Located in Bergen’s former stock exchange building—and across the street from the harbor—this 127-room hotel is one of the few luxury options in town. The upscale dining options include an all-day seafood cathedral surrounded by restored frescoes, while a Michelin-starred Nordic restaurant serves...
Balestrand
Dragsvik Fjordhotel
5.0
(8)
· Comfort
Steps from the Dragsvik ferry terminal, this seasonal hotel is on a narrow peninsula with fjord views in both directions. The historic interiors have modern updates, and various room types (including newer private cabins) have views of the sea and mountains. Nearby Balestrand offers shops,...
Bergen
Opus XVI
5.0
(9)
· Luxury
The polished 65-room Opus XVI boutique hotel is housed in a former bank from 1876, one of Bergen’s most famous historic buildings. After an extensive renovation was completed in 2018, there are sophisticated rooms that have warm tones and luxe amenities, with nods to the owners’ relative,...

Best Experiences in Norway

Unique things to do, curated by kimkim specialists
Oslo
Explore Oslo's Hidden Gems
4.9
(12)
3 hours
·
Private
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...
A branch of the Sognefjord
Balestrand
Finnafjord RIB Boat Tour
5.0
(9)
2 hours
·
Small group
Explore the beauty of the Sognefjord on a RIB boat ride through the secluded Finnafjord, the most remote arm of the Sognefjord. Experience the peaceful beauty of the mountains, accompanied by the soothing sound of waterfalls. You'll journey across the widest and deepest parts of the Sognefjord,...
Naeroyfjord
Flåm
Fjord Safari Taste
5.0
(7)
3 hours
·
Small group
Embark on a boat ride from Flåm, cruising through the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Aurlandsfjord and Nærøyfjord, soaking in the stunning beauty. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, you'll journey through waterfalls and villages and possibly encounter local wildlife while learning about the...

Our Latest Norway Content

Explore the Norwegian countryside as you hop between luxurious boutique hotels and inns (photo courtesy of Herregården Hoel) 
Map of Luxury Scenic Drive Through Rural Norway - 7 Days
Luxury Scenic Drive Through Rural Norway - 7 Days

Mix the highlights of Norway with off-the-beaten-path adventures on this luxury-infused tour of the southern countryside. Experience the best of Oslo with a private guide before getting behind the wheel for the journey north to postcard towns like Nes and Storefoss, where you'll enjoy waterfall hikes and horseback rides. Then, continue west and kayak on Norway's famous fjords in Aurland before finishing the trip on the UNESCO-listed waterfront in the historic city of Bergen.

Spend 10 endless summer days in Norway's far north (photo courtesy of Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge)
Map of Luxury Under the Midnight Sun in Northern Norway - 10 Days
Luxury Under the Midnight Sun in Northern Norway - 10 Days

Escape to Norway's far north this summer for 10 days of luxury and adventure under the midnight sun. The journey begins above the Arctic Circle in Bodø, a scenic coastal town where you'll zip across fjords in a Zodiac and soar over glaciers in a helicopter. Continue the Arctic expedition to the snowcapped Lyngen Alps and the UNESCO-listed Lofoten Islands to visit the world's northernmost whisky distillery, go surfing (that's right), and meet the local Sámi Indigenous people and their trusty reindeer.

Your trip kicks off at a luxurious country estate near Nes (photo courtesy of Herregården Hoel) 
Map of Luxury Scenic Drive Through Rural Norway - 10 Days
Luxury Scenic Drive Through Rural Norway - 10 Days

Get behind the wheel to experience Norway's bucolic beauty with a luxurious twist. Over 10 packed days, you'll drive to some of the most charming villages in the nation's rural south, where boutique hotels, farm-to-table cuisine, and private excursions await. Then you're off toward the western fjords, where you'll hike to waterfalls, kayak down rivers, and learn to fly fish. Finish up amid the UNESCO-listed waterfront in Bergen, known for its colorful buildings dating to the days of the Hanseatic League.

Norway Travel Maps

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7 Days in Norway - 7 Unique Itinerary Ideas
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5 Days in Norway - 8 Unique Itinerary Ideas
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10 Days in Norway - 6 Unique Itinerary Ideas
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Meet our Local Travel Specialists

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Travel specialist Linda Veråsdal
active 19 mins ago

Linda Veråsdal

I live part time in Norway and Gambia, and in-between I travel. The passion for exploring new places at the same time as doing it in a good and honest way, led me to the role I have to day....

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Travel specialist Julia Plaschke
active 6 mins ago

Julia Plaschke

Hey, my name is Julia. I am originally from Germany. After I took my semester abroad in Norway during my Bachelor, I decided I wanted to live in this beautiful country. Now, working in travel,...

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Travel specialist Christina Wang
active 5 hours 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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Travel specialist Tricia Cantlon
active 6 hours ago

Tricia Cantlon

There is so much beauty to discover on this beautiful floating rock we live on! I truly believe that travel, if done responsibly, teaches us meaningful life lessons about ourselves and the world...

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Trip Reviews for Norway

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

Trip was amazing! Kimkim offered multiple se...
Norway | Apr 5 - Apr 12, 2024

Rhonda
Rhonda L.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Apr 13, 2024
Trip was amazing! Kimkim offered multiple selections for any easy-going-relaxef vacation. Fantastic experience wit Kimkim. Read more

Trip was amazing! Kimkim offered multiple selections for any easy-going-relaxef vacation. Fantastic experience wit Kimkim.

Hotel Reviews
Scandic Torget
Bergen

Room was extremely small, bit for one person it worked well.

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Location in the central city.
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Flåmsbrygga Hotel
Flåm

Great place to stay! Located in quick walking distance to all traveler locations.

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Scandic Byporten
Oslo
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Activity Reviews
Norway in a Nutshell Tour
Norway in a Nutshell Tour
Norway
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Winter Fjord Safari in a RIB Boat
Winter Fjord Safari in a RIB Boat
Flåm
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Viking Day in Gudvangen
Viking Day in Gudvangen
Gudvangen

Information provided was great. I had about 5 hours at this location and it was too long. You can visit this area in about 2 hours max including having a longer leisure lunch. This is not the Vikings Village fault - it was mine for booking too long it this location.

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Food and Culture walk in Bergen
Food and Culture walk in Bergen
Bergen

Guide was great (I don't recall her name). Food, especially the soup. The dried fish - not so much.

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Mostraumen Cruise
Mostraumen Cruise
Bergen
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Fløibanen
Fløibanen
Bergen
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Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise
Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise
Oslo
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Local specialist: Julia Plaschke

One week in southern Norway
Norway | Apr 5 - Apr 12, 2024

Robert
Robert R.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Apr 13, 2024
Our travel specialists, Julia and Fenne, were great. They provided a perfect trip that met all of our desires for one week in Norway. Hotel selection and convenience to train stations and activities was well thought out. All of the activities they had planned, cruises on fiords, train rides and the food and culture city walk in Bergen were all great. Will definitely be using kimkim again. Told locals about what kimkim can do for them in planning trips! Keep up the good work! Read more

Our travel specialists, Julia and Fenne, were great. They provided a perfect trip that met all of our desires for one week in Norway. Hotel selection and convenience to train stations and activities was well thought out. All of the activities they had planned, cruises on fiords, train rides and the food and culture city walk in Bergen were all great. Will definitely be using kimkim again. Told locals about what kimkim can do for them in planning trips! Keep up the good work!

Hotel Review
Flåmsbrygga Hotel
Flåm

Beautiful hotel. Magnificent views. Great photos. Excellent restaurant.

Authenticity & Character
Rustic exterior and restaurant looks like a Viking type of construction.
Location
The mountains surrounding it shoot straight up. In April, we saw multiple water falls. The valley and fiord look like the perfect location for a Viking village.
Staff
Very attentive and fast, good service
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Local specialist: Julia Plaschke

Epic road trip, 4275KM from Oslo to Bodo. M...
Norway | Apr 1 - Apr 11, 2024

Syephen
Syephen L.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Apr 12, 2024
Epic road trip, 4275KM from Oslo to Bodo. Mathia was very enthusiastic in the planning phase and very amenble to changing plans as the inital plan had far less driving but we were keen to see as much of Norway as possible and our kids travel well. First hotel and car hire were a short walk from the station so very convenient. Thon Opera let us check in early so we had a great day (in sun) exploring Oslo. Car hire was all organised by Mathia. Two nights in a fishing cabin in Aurland and... Read more

Epic road trip, 4275KM from Oslo to Bodo. Mathia was very enthusiastic in the planning phase and very amenble to changing plans as the inital plan had far less driving but we were keen to see as much of Norway as possible and our kids travel well. First hotel and car hire were a short walk from the station so very convenient. Thon Opera let us check in early so we had a great day (in sun) exploring Oslo. Car hire was all organised by Mathia. Two nights in a fishing cabin in Aurland and the scenery was spectacular. Vking village was much better than I was expecting as did not feel like a tourist trap 'gimmicky show' but a village occupied by people clearly knowlegable and enthusiastic about Vikings! The cruise was also great and very cold! Then onto Loen. Accommodation was the most basic I think we had but was ok. We eat at the top pf the mountain in the restuarant. Views were incredible, ambience great (Very very quiet as we were out of season) and the food great. Onto Alesund and the best hotel we stayed at Brosundet. Lovely walk up to the viewing platform overlooking the city. If the sauna had been operational the morning we were due to leave that would have been perfect! Then onto Andalsnes and a hotel with great views. Another fantastic meal on top of the mountain with excellent food. Then onto Trondheim. Hotel had been awarded the best breakfast in Norway for multiple years in a row and it was very good! Trondheim woudl have been better in sunshine but it was grey, raining and cold but we found a great coffee (Norway seems a tricky place if you love your coffee!!) Then a very long drive up to Bronnoysund which was very beautiful. The hut we stayed in was good and overlooked a fishing farm and we had two nights here. We were able to hike through the hole in the mountain which was closed for work but the workmen let us through! Another advantage of being out of season! That day was very sunny and ended with an amazing sunset and the Northern Lights! The final longest drive was up to Bodo. We passed into the arctic circle, the landscapes were varied and beautiful. The arctic cafe was closed (Again out of season!) and the final accomodation was ok but we were again in rain and cold with no views of the spectacular scenery. Last day we flew back to Oslo and had a great day in the sun lazing in Olivia's, the italian restaurant on the dock. It was a perfectly organised trip and although this length of driving is not for everyone we cetainly enjoyed it. Mathia was in contact throughout, offering suggestions. 10/10 for enthusiasm. Thanks!

Hotel Review
Thon Hotel Opera
Oslo

Friendly, let us check in early. Great location. Great breakfast! Rooms very comfortable

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Local specialist: Mathia Pacenti
Mathia
Mathia Pacenti
Local specialist in Vesterålen, Norway | Replied on Apr 12, 2024
Dear Steve,
Thank you very much for your kind and detailed review.
You have been very cooperative and helpful throughout the entire process. It was exciting to create the itinerary with your help, and even more interesting was hearing your comments and feedback while you were traveling along the country. Yes, your trip was epic and charming at the same time. I think Norway deserves to be experienced on the road. If you had a couple of days more at your disposal, I would have invited you and...
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Dear Steve,
Thank you very much for your kind and detailed review.
You have been very cooperative and helpful throughout the entire process. It was exciting to create the itinerary with your help, and even more interesting was hearing your comments and feedback while you were traveling along the country. Yes, your trip was epic and charming at the same time. I think Norway deserves to be experienced on the road. If you had a couple of days more at your disposal, I would have invited you and your family to where I live. Vesterålen Archipelago was not that far. Next time, ok?
Enjoy your time back home and have a great summer.
Cheers
Mathia