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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.
This five-day itinerary hits key summer spots using various means of transportation for a true Nordic adventure. You'll start off in Bergen, the country's second largest city, 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.
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.
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 Sámi 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.
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.
This relaxing summer itinerary checks off Norway's three biggest cities, traveling by train, ferry, and fjord cruise for a true Scandinavian adventure. Spend a night in the Art Nouveau city of Ålesund, explore cultural sites and cool neighborhoods with a guide, and take advantage of great hiking, biking, and stand-up paddleboarding along the way.
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;...
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...
With 10 days to explore nearly 60,000 miles of coastline, you'll want to ensure you're equipped with a plan to tackle Norway's wide-ranging scenery, wildlife, and culture. If...
You could spend a whole year in Norway and barely scratch the surface of its expansive beauty. If you've only got two weeks to try and do so, give one of these itineraries a...
Despite its northerly location, Norway is a fantastic destination any time of year. Summer brings the endless daylight of the midnight sun and warmer temperatures, making June...
Whether your ideal vacation consists of hiking, surfing, or even dogsledding, Norway has you covered. From Svalbard to Stavanger, this country's unique regional offerings are...
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...
From fjords to mountains, waterfalls to fishing villages, Norway is as picturesque as a country can be. More and more travelers are discovering the offerings of this...
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...
The three most photogenic rock formations in Norway are drawing more in-the-know travelers than ever, and with good reason. Fantastic hiking, beautiful photo ops, and proximity...
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...
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...
Whether your ideal vacation consists of hiking, surfing, or even dogsledding, Norway has you covered. From Svalbard to Stavanger, this country's unique regional offerings are...
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...
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...
Southern Norway is a nature lover’s paradise, and the region's nickname—the "Norwegian Riviera"—is perfectly suited to the waterfront towns that dot Norway's southernmost...
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This luxurious 10-day itinerary takes you west from Oslo to Bergen, checking off glassy fjords, verdant valleys, and some of the country's finest boutique hotels in between. After island hopping around the Norwegian capital, a wildly scenic journey on the Flåm Railway leads to the fjordside towns of Aurland and Balestrand, where you'll hike to hidden waterfalls, learn to fly fish in the pristine Aurland River, unwind in a floating sauna, and sip cider on the shores of the Sognefjord.
Winter in Norway is as beautiful as it is varied. Along the coast, salty winds meet misty rain and mild temperatures; inland, snow blankets deep forests and mountain valleys; and above the Arctic Circle, crisp nights reveal the northern lights dancing across the sky. With weather that can shift from drizzle to deep freeze in a single day, layering is your best strategy for comfort and warmth. Read on to learn how to dress for a wintry itinerary in Norway.
This 13-day road trip explores western and northern Norway's picturesque fjords, vibrant cities, and sparkling glaciers. Kick off in Bergen to stroll the historic waterfront and explore the seven mountains. From there, take another hike to Trolltunga and drive to Aurland for a forest trek and photos at the Stegastein viewpoint. Next is Fjærland, where you'll walk on the Haugabreen Glacier before flying to the Lofoten Islands. Finish the adventure with a self-guided tour of Tromsø, gateway to the Arctic.
I’m originally from Tallinn, Estonia but I lived in Australia for 7 years, which was also the time when I travelled the world and visited over 50 countries. I LOVE travelling and it plays a big...
read more...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...
read more...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....
read more...Hi! I'm Mar, a Mexican who loves to travel, explore the world, and see its incredible diversity. I deeply fell in love with Norway, one of the most beautiful countries in the world, whether in...
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Hi Dan, Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We are very happy that you enjoyed your Norway adventure and the many highlights along the way. We also really appreciate your feedback about the driving distances and EV charging challenges. It’s valuable for helping us see what we can improve. Thank you for traveling with us, and we hope to welcome you back one day!
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Hi Margaret!
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! I’m so happy to hear that you had such an enjoyable trip, and that you especially loved the fjords. It sounds like you made the most of your time in each destination! It was a pleasure helping organize your trip, and I’m so glad it was a memorable one.
Wishing you many more wonderful travels ahead!
Krista
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