Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Tromsø
You'll arrive in Tromsø and check into your accommodation. Since it's summer, you'll experience the midnight sun lighting up the sky throughout the night. Wander around the city on your own to get a feel for the place. If you're up for it, the optional cable car ride up Storsteinen gives you sweeping views over the city, fjords, and mountains all around.
Optional Activities
- Cable car ride to Storsteinen for panoramic views
Landmarks/POIs Storsteinen Tromsø - Day 2
Tromsø to Narvik
The drive to Narvik takes you past snow-capped mountain peaks and deep fjords, so keep your eyes open for humpback whales and orcas along the coast. You'll cross into the Arctic Circle to reach this harbor town. The optional cable car up the local mountain offers fantastic views of the Ofotfjord if you want to stretch your legs after driving.
Included Activities
- Scenic drive through Arctic landscapes
Optional Activities
- Cable car ride to local mountain viewpoint
- Dining at local restaurants featuring fish specialties
Landmarks/POIs Ofotfjord Narvik - Day 3
Narvik to Lofoten Islands
You'll arrive in the Lofoten Islands and settle into a traditional stilt house or hotel. Take time to walk around and see the distinctive red fishermen's huts built out over the rocky shore. Later, head to one of the local fish restaurants to try regional dishes like bacalao, a traditional cod preparation that's popular here.
Included Activities
- Self-guided exploration of Lofoten Islands
Optional Activities
- Dining at local fish restaurants
Landmarks/POIs Lofoten Islands - Day 4
Lofoten Islands
Spend the day exploring Lofoten by foot and car. You'll visit Henningsvær, a fishing village spread across eight islands connected by bridges, where you can stroll between the waterfront houses and stop at cafés for coffee. After that, continue on to Trollfjord, a 2.5-kilometer waterway known for its dramatic scenery and towering cliffs.
Included Activities
- Exploration of Henningsvær fishing village
- Visit to Trollfjord
Optional Activities
- Dining at local cafés in Henningsvær
Landmarks/POIs Henningsvær Trollfjord - Day 5
Lofoten Islands
Head out to explore Lofoten's beaches. Haukland Beach and Uttakleiv Beach are easy to reach by car, or you can hike to the quieter Kvalvika Beach. The water here is turquoise and surprisingly accessible even this far north. Spend the rest of your time at your own pace, and you'll have daylight stretching late into the evening thanks to the midnight sun.
Included Activities
- Beach exploration at Haukland Beach, Uttakleiv Beach, and Kvalvika Beach
- Self-guided island exploration
Landmarks/POIs Haukland Beach Uttakleiv Beach Kvalvika Beach - Day 6
Lofoten to Harstad
Before leaving Lofoten, stop by Nusfjord if there's anything you missed during your stay. Then drive east toward Harstad, soaking in those final views of the red stilt houses against the dramatic landscape. Once you reach Harstad, check into your hotel and climb up Gangåstoppen for panoramic views of the town and the surrounding terrain.
Included Activities
- Self-guided exploration of Harstad
Optional Activities
- Visit to Nusfjord fishing village
- Hiking to Gangsåstoppen viewpoint
Landmarks/POIs Nusfjord Møysalen Gangsåstoppen - Day 7
Harstad to Senja
After grabbing breakfast at a local café, you'll drive to Senja, an island often called 'Norway in miniature.' The route passes deep fjords and snow-covered peaks. Once there, you'll have time to explore this less-developed island at your own pace, discovering rugged mountains, steep cliffs, hidden bays, and quiet valleys.
Included Activities
- Scenic drive to Senja
Optional Activities
- Breakfast at local cafés in Harstad
Landmarks/POIs Senja - Day 8
Ånderdalen National Park
You'll spend the day in Ånderdalen National Park, which sees few visitors and feels largely untouched. Hiking trails take you through varied landscapes where you can find viewpoints and natural features you wouldn't find elsewhere. Look for ancient trees (some are around 500 years old), lakes, and waterfalls, and if you're lucky, you might spot otters, moose, or red foxes. Mountains rise 1,000 meters from the sea here.
Included Activities
- Hiking exploration in Ånderdalen National Park
Landmarks/POIs Ånderdalen National Park - Day 9
Senja to Tromsø
You'll drive back toward Tromsø, taking in the Nordic scenery along the way. Once there, walk through the colorful wooden houses and cobblestone streets, and check out the cozy bars. Take the cable car up Storsteinen one more time for final views of the city, the Tromsø Bridge, and everything around it. End your evening with typical Norwegian food at a local restaurant.
Included Activities
- Scenic drive to Tromsø
- City exploration of Tromsø
Optional Activities
- Cable car ride to Storsteinen viewpoint
- Traditional Norwegian dinner
Landmarks/POIs Storsteinen Tromsø Bridge - Day 10
Tromsø
Your last full day in Tromsø gives you time to see anything you haven't checked out yet and try more local food. Consider visiting the northernmost botanical garden, northernmost brewery, or northernmost cathedral. Try regional specialties like grilled stockfish or reindeer fillet at cozy spots around town. Optional activities include walking along Telegrafbukta beach, mountain hikes, or boat tours across the fjord.
Optional Activities
- Visit to northernmost botanical garden
- Visit to northernmost brewery
- Visit to northernmost cathedral
- Dining on local specialties: grilled stockfish or reindeer fillet
- Walk along Telegrafbukta beach
- Mountain hiking
- Boat tour across the fjord
Landmarks/POIs Telegrafbukta Beach - Day 11
Departure from Tromsø
You'll return your rental car to the airport and depart Tromsø, heading home with memories of Norway's natural landscape and Arctic scenery.
