How many days do you need?
- Most travelers spend 7-9 days in Oslo, Bergen, and Tromsø combined
- Visiting Oslo, Bergen, and Tromsø in 6 days is possible but will feel rushed
- With 10 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Flåm, Balestrand, and Aurland
How Many Days Should You Spend in Norway?
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Recommended Itineraries for Oslo, Bergen, and Tromsø
Recommended Itinerary for 7 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Oslo | Oslo |
| Day 2 | Explore Oslo's Hidden Gems with a Local Expert | Oslo |
| Day 3 | Train to Flåm - Fjord Wintercruise - Train to Bergen | Bergen |
| Day 4 | Bergen City Tour | Bergen |
| Day 5 | Flight to Tromsø - Transfer to Malangen Peninsula | Tromsø |
| Day 6 | Dogsledding & Northern Lights Excursion | Tromsø |
| Day 7 | Depart Norway |
Escape the summer crowds with this winter trip highlighting both southern and northern Norway. Starting in Oslo—Europe's fastest-growing capital—you'll take one of the steepest trains in the world towards the fjords. Then train to Bergen, a UNESCO-listed city loaded with culture and restaurants. Finish with two nights at a resort in the Arctic where you'll dog sled and search for the Northern Lights. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 8 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Oslo | Oslo |
| Day 2 | Explore Oslo's Hidden Gems with a Local Expert | Oslo |
| Day 3 | Train to Flåm - Fjord Wintercruise - Train to Bergen | Bergen |
| Day 4 | Explore Bergen with a Local | Bergen |
| Day 5 | Flight to Tromsø - Transfer to Malangen Peninsula | Tromsø |
| Day 6 | Dogsledding & Northern Lights Excursion | Tromsø |
| Day 7 | Explore Tromsø in Winter | Tromsø |
| Day 8 | Depart Norway |
Experience the magic of a Norwegian winter with this diverse 8-day itinerary. After a night in the thriving capital of Oslo, you'll take one of the steepest trains in the world to Flåm's snow-covered fjords. Journey west to Bergen, where you’ll explore its UNESCO-listed waterfront and vibrant restaurants before flying north to picturesque Tromsø. Finish the trip with two nights in the Arctic wilderness, dogsledding through snowy forests and searching for the northern lights. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 9 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Oslo | Oslo |
| Day 2 | Explore Oslo with a Local | Oslo |
| Day 3 | Train to Flåm - Fjord Wintercruise - Train to Bergen | Bergen |
| Day 4 | Explore Bergen with a Local | Bergen |
| Day 5 | Free Day in Bergen | Bergen |
| Day 6 | Flight to Tromsø - Transfer to Malangen Peninsula | Tromsø |
| Day 7 | Dogsledding & Northern Lights Excursion | Tromsø |
| Day 8 | Explore Tromsø in Winter | Tromsø |
| Day 9 | Flight back to Oslo |
Skip the crowds and explore Norway at its best with this varied 9-day winter itinerary. Start in the trendy capital of Oslo, where you'll hop on a steep, scenic train to reach the snow-covered mountains and fjords of Flåm. Spend three nights in the colorful, UNESCO-listed waterfront city of Bergen before flying north to end your journey in Tromsø—where you'll search for the northern lights and dogsled through pristine Arctic wilderness. Read more
Extended Itineraries
10-Day Itinerary Including Flåm
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Oslo | Oslo |
| Day 2 | Free Day in Oslo | Oslo |
| Day 3 | Oslo - Train to Flåm | Flåm |
| Day 4 | Fjord Adventure| Bus, Fjordcruise & Train to Bergen | Bergen |
| Day 5 | Explore Bergen with a Local | Bergen |
| Day 6 | Bergen Free Day | Bergen |
| Day 7 | Bergen - Flight to Tromsø | Tromsø |
| Day 8 | Explore Tromsø & Chase the Northern Lights | Tromsø |
| Day 9 | Dogsledding outside Tromsø | Trapper`s farm | Tromsø |
| Day 10 | Depart Norway |
Bundle up warm and immerse yourself in the beauty of a Norwegian winter with this exciting 10-day itinerary. Start in the country's south, where you'll spend two days soaking up the culture and cool of Oslo. After a day sailing through the breathtaking scenery of the fjords, head to the coast to explore the historic port city of Bergen without the summer crowds. Fly north to finish your adventure above the Arctic Circle, where you'll search for the northern lights, learn to dogsled, and discover the lively Arctic city of Tromsø. Read more
14-Day Itinerary Including Balestrand, Andenes, and Senja
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Oslo | Oslo |
| Day 2 | Train to Flåm - Ferry to Balestrand | Balestrand |
| Day 3 | Fjord cruise to Fjærland - Ferry to Bergen | Bergen |
| Day 4 | Explore Bergen with a Local | Bergen |
| Day 5 | Bergen - Flight to Tromsø | Tromsø |
| Day 6 | Tromsø - Drive to Senja | Senja |
| Day 7 | Explore Senja | Senja |
| Day 8 | Ferry to Andenes - Whale Watching | Andenes |
| Day 9 | Hike the Queen's Route | Andenes |
| Day 10 | Andenes - Drive to Tromsø | Tromsø |
| Day 11 | Explore Tromsø in Summer | Tromsø |
| Day 12 | Tromsø - Flight to Oslo | Oslo |
| Day 13 | Explore Oslo's Hidden Gems with a Local Expert | Oslo |
| Day 14 | Depart Oslo |
This two-week adventure is ideal for travelers who want to make the most of Norway's summer. Start off exploring southern Norway (Oslo, Bergen and the Sognefjord) before flying to the Arctic Circle. From here, you'll rent a car and head to the rugged island of Senja for an active two days of cycling and kayaking before ferrying to smaller Andenes for whale watching. The adventure ends in lively Tromsø and Oslo for festivals and outdoor restaurants. Read more
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