How many days do you need in Oslo, Bergen, Aurland & Geilo?
- Most travelers spend 5-7 days in Oslo, Bergen, Aurland, and Geilo combined
- With 8 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Balestrand and Voss
How Many Days to Spend in Norway
Recommended Itineraries for Oslo, Bergen, Aurland & Geilo
Recommended Itinerary for 5 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Oslo | Oslo |
| Day 2 | Train to Geilo - Hiking | Geilo |
| Day 3 | Train to Flåm - Transfer to Aurland | Aurland |
| Day 4 | Aurland - Ferry to Bergen | Bergen |
| Day 5 | City Tour - Depart Bergen |
This Nordic adventure covers several key highlights in a short amount of time, starting in Europe's fastest-growing capital. Next, hike in Norway's mountainous interior before taking the scenic Flåm Railway toward the western coast. Finish with a ferry ride through Norway's longest and deepest fjord (Sognefjord) to get to Bergen—a colorful waterfront city surrounded by seven mountains. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 6 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Oslo | Oslo |
| Day 2 | Explore Oslo with a Local | Oslo |
| Day 3 | Train to Geilo - Hiking | Geilo |
| Day 4 | Train to Flåm - Transfer to Aurland | Aurland |
| Day 5 | Aurland - Ferry to Bergen | Bergen |
| Day 6 | Depart Bergen |
This fast-paced adventure covers several Nordic highlights in less than a week. Start off in Europe's fastest-growing capital and hit the ground running as you explore hip neighborhoods and cafés. Next, take a train to the mountain village of Geilo, near two national parks, before continuing to the Sognefjord. End the adventure in Bergen—a UNESCO-listed seaside city surrounded by seven mountains. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 1 Week
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Oslo | Oslo |
| Day 2 | Explore Oslo with a Local | Oslo |
| Day 3 | Train to Geilo - Hiking | Geilo |
| Day 4 | Train to Flåm - Transfer to Aurland | Aurland |
| Day 5 | Skjerdal Hike -> Ferry to Bergen | Bergen |
| Day 6 | Bergen City Tour | Bergen |
| Day 7 | Depart Bergen |
This week-long itinerary combines popular summer destinations and activities for a true Norwegian adventure. Start off in Oslo, where you can experience the capital's cool culture before taking a train to the mountain village of Geilo. From here, hop on a scenic steam train to Aurland, where a speedboat whisks you toward Skjerdal for hiking, goats, and spectacular fjord views. Sail through the magnificent Sognefjord to finish the trip in the picturesque port of Bergen, where you can explore its UNESCO-listed waterfront and take day trips into the surrounding fjords. Read more
Chat with a local specialist who can help organize your trip.
Extended Itineraries
2-Week Itinerary Including Alta, Tromsø & Inner Troms
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Bergen | Bergen |
| Day 2 | Local Bergen Tour | Bergen |
| Day 3 | Geilo by Train | Geilo |
| Day 4 | Geilo Ski Day | Oslo |
| Day 5 | Scenic Railway to Aurland | Aurland |
| Day 6 | Wintercruise on Nærøyfjord - Viking Valley | Aurland |
| Day 7 | Flåm Railway to Oslo | Oslo |
| Day 8 | Explore Oslo with a Local | Oslo |
| Day 9 | Flight to Tromsø | Tromsø |
| Day 10 | Northern Lights by Reindeer Sled | Tromsø |
| Day 11 | Dogsledding - Tromsø Wilderness Exploration | Inner Troms |
| Day 12 | Transfer to Alta | Alta |
| Day 13 | Igloo Hotel | Alta |
| Day 14 | Depart Norway |
In Bergen, you can enjoy a local tour of this cobble-stoned wharf city before taking a scenic train journey to Geilo, where you will have a day of skiing. The railway will then take you to Aurland, where you'll have a cruise on Nærøyfjord and then depart to Oslo for two nights on the Flåm Railway before flying to Tromsø. Here, you will chase the northern lights in a sled pulled by reindeer and enjoy an authentic wilderness hunting experience—and you'll then make your way to Alta—where you will discover rock art and stay overnight in the Igloo Hotel. Read more
20-Day Itinerary Including Finse, Flåm, Høyheimsvik, Krækkja, Tuva Turisthytte, Sogndal & Geiteryggshytta
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Oslo | Oslo |
| Day 2 | Explore Oslo with a Local | Oslo |
| Day 3 | Train to Geilo - Hike to Hakkesetstølen | Geilo |
| Day 4 | Hakkesetstølen to Tuva | Tuva Turisthytte |
| Day 5 | Tuva to Krækkja | Krækkja |
| Day 6 | Kjækkja to Finse | Finse |
| Day 7 | Day Hike to Sandalsnuten - Return to Finse | Finse |
| Day 8 | Finse to Aurlandsdalen | Geiteryggshytta |
| Day 9 | Aurlandsdalen to the Aurland Valley | Aurland |
| Day 10 | Aurland Valley to the Aurlandsfjord | Aurland |
| Day 11 | Aurland - Ferry to Bergen | Bergen |
| Day 12 | Explore Bergen with a Local | Bergen |
| Day 13 | Bergen Free Day | Bergen |
| Day 14 | Bus to Sognal - Transfer to Nes Gard | Sogndal |
| Days 15-17 | Hiking in the Lusterfjord | Høyheimsvik |
| Day 18 | Return to Sogndal - Bus to Flåm | Flåm |
| Day 19 | Flåm - Train to Oslo | Oslo |
| Day 20 | Depart Oslo |
This 20-day Nordic journey is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts who want to maximize their time in the country's stunning mountains and fjords. Start off with an authentic cabin-to-cabin trek in a wilderness area halfway between Norway's two largest cities: Oslo and Bergen. You'll stay in Norway's great hiking lodges with fellow trekkers, ending each day in a different staffed abode that serves dinner and breakfast. The latter hiking portion of this trip takes place in the Lusterfjord, where you'll stay in a charming guesthouse with access to 30 hiking trails in the area. It's not all about hiking, though: you'll get urban culture, restaurants, and nightlife in the two aforementioned cities to round out this awesome adventure. Read more
How to travel between Oslo, Bergen, Aurland & Geilo
How to get from Bergen to Aurland
The fastest way to get to Aurland from Bergen, a 108-mile journey (174 km) apart, is by renting a car or hiring a private transfer. Expect gorgeous mountain views throughout the 2.5-hour drive, with a number of lakes and rivers along the way. Read more
How to get from Bergen to Geilo
The 152-mile (244 km) journey from the southwestern fjord city of Bergen to the town of Geilo and its nearby national parks is an endeavor best made by self-driving for ultimate exploration along the route. Read more
How to get from Oslo to Bergen
Traveling 288 miles (464 km) from Oslo to Bergen is very straightforward. Oslo and Bergen are the biggest cities in Norway, and traveling between the two destinations is quick and easy by plane. The flight is less than an hour. Going by train or taking a road trip is considerably longer—six to seven hours without stops—but this is a scenic journey that travelers should consider if time isn't a limiting factor. Read more
Map
