Itinerary
- Days 1 - 2
Oslo
You've got another day to explore Oslo at your own pace. The Fram Museum has polar expedition ships on display, and the new Munch Museum is worth a visit if you're into art. After that, you could grab lunch somewhere and just walk around the neighborhoods. For structured activities, you can book a 2-hour fjord cruise that takes you past scenic islands and landmarks, or join a 3-hour cycling tour that covers the city highlights and gives you fjord views along the way.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- 2-hour fjord cruise sailing past Hovedøya, Dyna Lighthouse, Norwegian National Opera & Ballet House, and Bygdøy peninsula
- 3-hour cycling tour of Oslo's car-free streets visiting Akershus Fortress, City Hall, Karl Johans Gate, Royal Palace gardens, Vigeland Sculpture Park, Frogner, Tjuvholmen, and Aker Brygge
Landmarks/POIs Fram Museum Munch Museum - Day 3
Oslo to Geilo
After breakfast, head to the car rental office in central Oslo to pick up your rental car. The drive to Geilo through Hallingdal Valley takes about 3 hours and 15 minutes, so you'll get there mid-afternoon. Once you arrive, you can explore either Hallingskarvet National Park if you prefer rugged mountain terrain and hiking, or Hardangervidda if you want to experience vast highlands and more open wilderness. Either way, you'll have time to settle in and get a feel for the area.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Hallingskarvet National Park with its rugged mountains, deep valleys, plateaus, reindeer herds, and Hallingskarvet ridge
- Visit Hardangervidda National Park, one of Europe's largest parks with vast highlands, wild reindeer herds, and scenic hiking trails
Landmarks/POIs Hallingskarvet National Park Hardangervidda National Park - Day 4
Geilo to Eidfjord
Today you'll drive the famous Hardangervidda Scenic Route heading toward Eidfjord. The drive takes you through highland plateaus with dramatic mountains and quiet lakes all around you. Make stops to see the Hardangerjøkulen glacier and Vøringsfossen waterfall, which is one of Norway's most well-known. The small villages and green valleys along the way are nice to drive through, and you can take photos or stretch your legs whenever you want during the route.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks/POIs Hardangervidda Scenic Route Hardangerjøkulen Glacier Vøringsfossen Waterfall - Day 5
Eidfjord to Bergen
After breakfast, consider visiting the Hardangervidda Nature Centre if you want to learn more about Norwegian nature and the National Park itself. From there, you'll drive toward Bergen and stop at Steinsdalsfossen waterfall along the way, where you can actually walk behind the water if you're interested. Once you reach Bergen, drop your rental car at Bergen Airport and catch the included Flybussen shuttle bus into the city centre to check into your hotel. The rest of the afternoon and evening are yours to relax or wander around.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Flybussen shuttle bus from Bergen Airport to Bergen city centre
Optional Activities
- Visit Hardangervidda Nature Centre - state-of-the-art exhibitions showcasing Norwegian nature, climate, environment, and cultural history
Landmarks/POIs Hardangervidda Nature Centre Steinsdalsfossen Waterfall - Day 6
Bergen
This is a relaxed day to explore Bergen on your own schedule. Head through Bryggen, the historic UNESCO-protected port area with its traditional wooden buildings and the fish market where you can grab lunch. The Floibanen funicular takes you up Floyen mountain to about 320 meters elevation, where you'll get views of the city, mountains, and coastline with walking trails available at the top. Alternatively, join a 3-hour food and culture walk that covers Bergen-style seafood, street food, traditional fish dishes, dessert, and local craft beer or spirits.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Floibanen funicular ride to Floyen (5-8 minutes) with scenic walking trails and panoramic views of Bergen, mountains, and fjords
- 3-hour food and culture walk through Bergen featuring Bergen-style smoked seafood, street food, traditional fish dishes, sweet dessert, local craft beer or Scandinavian spirits with guide insights into the city's food culture and history
Landmarks/POIs Bryggen Bergen Fish Market Floibanen Funicular Floyen - Day 7
Bergen
After breakfast, take the included Flybussen shuttle bus from central Bergen to Bergen Airport for your onward flight. Safe travels as you head out.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Flybussen shuttle bus from Bergen city centre to Bergen Airport
