Norway!! From Oslo to Arctic circle .
Norway | Jul 6 - Jul 19, 2025

suzanne
suzanne s.
Canada | Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025

Family adventure Norway!! From Oslo to 20+miles above the Arctic circle in Lofoten islands . Katie at Kim Kim took our research and worked out a fantastic game plan. We needed help - never been to Norway. It was amazing !! Katie had great recommendations for hotels and sightseeing. We were rarely in one spot for more than 1 night and she booked trains , overnight boat etc. From oslo to Flåm/ Bergen/alesund to fijords, pristine Arctic beaches & jaw dropping waterfalls . And the food!!! Norways amazing! Explord with KimKim help !

Hotel Reviews
Thon Hotel Opera
Oslo

Great central location, sorry we didn’t have a second night there to take full advantage.

Authenticity & Character
Cool decor, quiet
Location
Easy to get to food within walking distance. Close to train cool decor
Staff
Very nice front desk when jet lagged Easy check-in/out
Cleanliness & Comfort
Comfortable bed
Hotel Aurlandsfjord
Aurland

Loved the older charm of the place, great spot away from crowds. Authentic food . Only negative is 2 floors and no elevator if have mobility issues

Authenticity & Character
Small intimate and comfortable
Location
Gorgeous tiny town and real character with wood building.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Grand Hotel Terminus
Bergen

Loved being so central to trains but without downtown noises if window open .

Location
Cleanliness & Comfort
Comfy bed zero noise at night
MS Havila Polaris
Fosnavåg

Had inside cabins with bunk beds .. rooms were well thought out even though very small . Dinner was excellent We only stayed on overnight so didn’t get full experience. Hot tub was nice but only 1 of 2 working when onboard.

Authenticity & Character
Nice seating areas
Location
Donate when arrive by cab could be better
Staff
Helpful for minor in room issues
Cleanliness & Comfort
Quality Hotel Ålesund
Ålesund

One of top 2 hotel/accommodation of the 2 week trip !! Go stay here!!!!!! Gorgeous hotel, loved it . Right beside water. Central to shops and via ferrata

Authenticity & Character
Loved the style and location on water and easy for shops
Location
Easy walk from where overnight ferry dropped us beautiful outdoor deck and tables/seats
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Bed so nice. I room Fridge in 2 rooms not working
Reine Rorbuer
Reine

It was a dream come true ! Had the 3 bedroom cabin right on the water. Incredible views of midnight sun lighting over harbour and jagged cliffs . Didn’t want to leave. Bring your own shampoo/soap etc it’s like glamping with the best view on the planet! People speak enough English to get by.. easy if self driving

Authenticity & Character
Just like in photo but better!!
Location
Incredible views. Comfy beds, cafe onsite
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very comfortable beds good black out curtains
Hotell Bondeheimen
Oslo

Most comfortable bed, great central location, no air conditioning if there in July it was Hot(30). If open windows loud motor cycles zooming past . Apart from that outstanding

Authenticity & Character
Historic hotel.
Location
Very short walk to paradox museum and other shops cafe etc
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Visit Stegastein Viewpoint
Visit Stegastein Viewpoint
Norway

So easy to get to and simply stunning views. Our 18-20 yr old kids loved it too.

Quality of Experience
We had a clear day and views of fijords breathtaking. I have a bad knee and was able to manage easily
Guides, Drivers and Staff
On time good safe driver
Transport
Pu from 5 min walk from our little hotel
Full Day Geiranger Fjord Cruise
Full Day Geiranger Fjord Cruise
Ålesund

Do Not miss this. Well worth every penny. Incredible day out on the water so many waterfalls. Great views all Ali g not just 7 sisters falls.

Quality of Experience
Just stunning huge cliffs coming right into water. Mountains in distance .
Guides, Drivers and Staff
M
Transport
Lots of seating windows if inside
Flåm Railway: Flåm - Myrdal
Flåm Railway: Flåm - Myrdal
Norway

Gorgeous train route . Valleys/waterfalls rushing streams

Quality of Experience
So pretty
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Train leaves on time! Great relaxed way to travel
Flåm Zipline
Flåm Zipline
Norway

My Husband, 18 and 20 yr old did it and loved it. Zipline is fast but you are in a seated harness - fun going over the valley. Did bike down after

Quality of Experience
Unique beautiful bike down approx 2 hrs biking
Local specialist: Katie Acheson-Gray
Katie
Katie Acheson-Gray
Local specialist in Sørreisa | Replied on Jul 28, 2025

Hi Sue,

Thank you so much for the kind review and detailed feedback on your hotels and activities. It's really appreciated, and I'm so pleased to hear you and your family had a great time here in Norway. It was a pleasure putting this trip together for you, and I hope we can tempt you back for another visit in the future!

All the best,
Katie