Overnight at the Sognefjord hotel or similar
We Love —
- Driving along some of Norway's beautiful panoramic routes with your included hire car.
- Cruising along Geirangerfjord past towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls like the Seven Sisters, and lush green landscapes.
- Retiring to your comfortable room after busy days in the fresh air and sinking into a deep sleep.
Customer reviews —
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Your itinerary in brief —
Set off on an unforgettable 7-night road trip through Norway and drive at your own pace through stunning landscapes as you discover local traditions and Scandinavian legends.
Explore cities like Oslo, Bergen and Ålesund, and see beautiful fjords, waterfalls and lakes along the way.
Your itinerary:
- Day 1: Arrival in Oslo
- Day 2: Oslo - Thon Skeikampen
- Day 3: Thon Skeikampen - Alesund
- Day 4: Alesund - Sognefjord
- Day 5: Sognefjord - Bergen
- Day 6: Bergen - Geilo
- Day 7: Geilo - Oslo
- Day 8: Departure from Oslo
You can also choose to stay an additional night in Oslo after day 7, or in Bergen after day 3 (to be selected at the time of booking).
3 night stopover (Molde, Atlantic Route and Trondheim) from day 2:
- Day 3: Dombas - Trondheim
- Day 4: Trondheim
- Day 8: Trondheim - Molde
- Day 9: Molde - Alesund
- Day 10: Alesund - Sognefjord (continuation of program)
Please note: your itinerary may have minor adjustments, but your overall trip experience will remain the same.
Please note that your hotels may be located inside or outside cities and towns. You may park your car inside or outside the hotels (subject to availability). Additional charges may apply on-site.
Your suggested itinerary —
Day 1: Arrival in Oslo
- Arrive at Oslo airport, collect your hire car and head to your hotel for check-in
Overnight at the Comfort Børsparken hotel or similar
DAY 2: OSLO - LILLEHAMMER (225 km)
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Day at leisure
- Suggested sightseeing: Take a panoramic tour of Oslo, including the Royal Palace, National Theatre, Parliament, Opera House, and Akershus Fortress. Pass the Town Hall, home of the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony, and visit Vigeland Park, the world’s largest sculpture park by a single artist, featuring over 200 sculptures. Continue north along the shores of Lake Mjøsa, Norway’s largest lake.
Overnight at the Hotel Thon Otta or similar
Optional: Extend your stay with a 3-night extension in Trondheim, Atlantic Route, Molde.
DAY 3: THON SKEIKAMPEN - ALESUND
- Breakfast
- Drive through Dombås and Bjorli via the beautiful Gudbrandsdalen valley, which lies at the crossroads of the three major mountain ranges of Jotunheimen, Dovre and Rondane
- Take the famous Troll Route, renowned for its impressive hairpin bends and splendid panoramic views, which dominate the entire region, and arrive in the charming town of Ålesund, which, boasts splendid Art Nouveau architecture
Overnight at the Hotel Noreg or similar
DAY 4: ALESUND - SOGNEFJORD
- Breakfast
- Depart for Geirangerfjord, passing through stunning Norwegian landscapes. Cross between Linge and Eidsdal, and continue along the Eagle Route for magnificent views of Geirangerfjord
- Enjoy a 1-hour cruise on the UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord, one of the wildest fjords, with towering mountains, narrow passages, waterfalls like the 'Bride's Veil' and 'Seven Sisters,' snow-capped peaks, and farms nestled on the mountainsides
- Disembark at Hellesylt and continue through fjords and glaciers along Fjærlandsfjord before arriving at Sognefjord, Europe's longest and Norway's widest fjord, known as the 'king of fjords'
DAY 5: SOGNEFJORD - BERGEN
- Breakfast
- Cross the "king of fjords" from Manheller to Fodnes, then continue along the salmon-rich Laerdal River. Stop to admire the iconic Borgund Stave Church before heading to Flåm via the famous Laerdal Tunnel
- Optional: Embark on a 2-hour cruise on the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord, the deepest and most dramatic arm of the Sognefjord
- Drive to Bergen, where you'll check into your hotel in the city
Overnight at Heimen Hotel or similar
Optional: Extend your stay in Bergen for an additional night.
DAY 6: BERGEN
- Breakfast
- Suggested visit: Take a panoramic tour of Bergen, a city with a rich Hanseatic heritage nestled between seven hills. Explore the colorful wooden houses of Bryggen, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and learn about Bergen’s past as the capital of Norway until 1830.
- Head to Hardangerfjord, the most floral of Norway’s fjords, with a stop at the beautiful Steindalfossen waterfall
- Continue to the Vøringfossen waterfall, one of Norway's tallest, and enjoy stunning views from the bottom, before driving through the Hardangervidda Plateau, a national park known for its barren landscapes and herds of reindeer, and arriving in Geilo
Overnight at Geilo Hotel or similar
DAY 7: GEILO - OSLO
- Breakfast
- Continuation through the Hallingdal valley
- Suggested sightseeing: stop at the standing wooden church at Torpo. You will then drive along the Tyrifjord lake, the site of many legends and one of the country's richest in fish. Arrival in Oslo and afternoon at leisure to enjoy the charms of the Norwegian capital one last time at your own pace
Overnight at the Comfort Børsparken hotel or similar
Optional: Extend your stay in Oslo for an additional night
DAY 8: DEPARTURE FROM OSLO
- Breakfast
- Free time to enjoy the city, depending on your flight. Departure for the airport and return of the vehicle
3 night extension (starting from day 3)
DAY 3: DOMBÅS - TRONDHEIM
- Breakfast
- Depart towards Dombås, passing the famous E6 towards Oppdal and the Driva Valley, through Dovrefjell National Park
- Take the ferry between Kanestraum and Hasla before continuing to Trondheim, between fjords and mountains
Overnight at Quality Augustin or similar.
DAY 4: TRONDHEIM
- Breakfast
- Trondheim, Norway's third-largest city, features a charming pedestrian center. Explore the Bakklandet district with its wooden warehouses and visit the Nidaros Cathedral, one of Northern Europe's finest Gothic buildings. Also, check out the Kristiansten Fortress, built in 1681 after a city fire
Overnight at Quality Augustin or similar.
DAY 5: TRONDHEIM - ATLANTIC ROAD - MOLDE
- Breakfast
- Pass through Kristiansund, a city built on cod fishing, not missing a visit to the Klippfisk Museum
- Drive the iconic Atlantic Road, known for its bridges and stunning engineering, ranked as one of the best road trips in the world
Overnight at Thon Moldefjord or similar.
DAY 6: MOLDE - TROLL ROAD - ÅLESUND
- Breakfast
- Drive to Åndalsnes, taking the ferry between Sølsnes and Åfarnes, and then tackle the famous Troll Road, with its sharp turns and breathtaking views
- Continue to Ålesund, a charming town, with a stop at Linge and Sjoholt
Overnight at Hotel Noreg or similar.
DAY 7: ÅLESUND - GEIRANGERFJORD
- Breakfast
- Depart for Geirangerfjord, passing Linge and Eidsdal, and continue along the Eagle Route, offering spectacular views
- Included: Enjoy a 1-hour cruise on UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord, known for its narrow passageways, towering mountains, and stunning waterfalls, including the “Bridal Veil” and the “Seven Sisters.”
- Disembark at Hellesylt and continue through fjords and glaciers along Fjærlandsfjord to Sognefjord, Norway's largest fjord, known as the "king of fjords"
Overnight at Sognefjord Hotel or similar.
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Important information about your tour and visits: The hotels, which comply with local standards, are indicative and may be changed locally for hotels of a similar category. The itinerary is subject to changes due to compelling reasons such as delayed flights, weather conditions or other cases of force majeure. The order of visits is also subject to change without affecting the overall experience of the itinerary.
Your hotels —
Hand-picked just for you
At each of your stops, retire to your comfortable room in a 3* hotel and enjoy a deep sleep.
Your hotels:
Oslo: Comfort Børsparken
Otta: Thon Otta
Alesund: Noreg Hotel
Leivrik: Hotel Sognefjord
Bergen: Heimen Hotel
Geilo: Geilo Hotel
3 night stopover in Molde, Atlantic Route and Trondheim from day 6:
Molde: Thon Moldefjord
Trondheim: Quality Augustin
If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.
Single rooms available at extra cost. The maximum room capacity is 3 adults or 2 adults + 1 child.
Your dining choices
This is a bed and breakfast stay.
Included excursions —
Day 5: Geirangerfjord Cruise
In Geiranger, embark on a one-hour mini-cruise. This is undoubtedly the wildest of all the fjords, no more than 250 metres wide in places, and overlooked by mountains over 1,700 metres high. This mini-cruise offers an astonishing and majestic spectacle, where nature reveals itself in all its power: mountain walls that fall sheer into the arms of the fjord, numerous waterfalls, the most famous of which are the ‘bride's veil’ and the 7 sisters, but also snow-capped peaks, farms clinging to the mountainside.
Optional excursions —
Nærøyfjord Flåm - Gudvangen Cruise
Depart for a cruise on the Sognefjord (approx. 2 hours) between Flåm and Gudvangen. This crossing will be a highlight of your trip. You'll be sailing on the wildest arm of this impressive fjord and the deepest of them all, the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord. The green of the waters and the white of the surrounding peaks combine to create the most formidable orchestra of light, the strange clarity of the day that never ends, in the land of the midnight sun. Return to Flåm by shuttle bus, then collect your hire car.
Your journey to Norway —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking, in either Economy, Premium, or Business class, depending on the destination and carrier. This flight may include one or more stopovers. Please review your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ, in order to offer the best price.
Luggage information
Luggage, meals and other services on board may be subject to an additional fee on certain airlines. It is possible to view details of luggage allowances when you choose your flights at the next stage of the booking process. If luggage is not included with your flight, please go to the airline's website before your departure to purchase your luggage for an additional fee.
For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving luggage. In this case, you will need to pay for it at the airport counter.
You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Your destination —
Norway
Journey to Norway, a land where striking natural beauty meets rich cultural heritage. From Oslo’s sleek, contemporary vibe to the echoes of Viking history, this Scandinavian gem offers an unrivalled blend of modernity and myth. Beyond its cities, Norway’s landscapes beckon with their pristine fjords, towering peaks, and tranquil waters.
Must-sees:
- Geirangerfjord: An awe-inspiring UNESCO World Heritage site known for its emerald waters and cascading waterfalls.
- Vigeland Park: The world’s largest sculpture park by a single artist, nestled in the heart of Oslo.
- Tromsø’s Arctic Cathedral: A striking piece of modern architecture inspired by the northern lights.
Culinary culture:
Norway’s gastronomy is a reflection of its rugged terrain and seafaring traditions. Savour rakfisk, a fermented fish delicacy, or indulge in rich reindeer stews in Lapland. Oslo’s burgeoning food scene highlights the evolution of Nordic cuisine, with Michelin-starred restaurants transforming local ingredients like Arctic char and cloudberries into culinary art. Be sure to sample brunost, a caramelised whey cheese beloved by locals.
Dive deeper:
To truly connect with Norway, explore its lesser-known treasures. Walk the Bryggen Wharf in Bergen, a medieval trading port brimming with history. Venture to the Lofoten Islands, where dramatic cliffs meet serene fishing villages. For a cultural deep dive, the Viking Ship Museum in Oslo offers a window into Norway’s seafaring past, showcasing exquisitely preserved ships and artefacts.
Good to know:
Norway’s currency is the Norwegian Krone (NOK). The best time to visit is between May and September for the midnight sun, or December to March for the aurora borealis. Public transport is efficient and eco-friendly, with extensive rail and ferry networks connecting even remote areas. Dress in layers to adapt to the country’s variable weather.
