Kimkim Trip Reviews for Norway

The trip was amazing that Ethel put together She extremely patient with my many changes to our travel plans. It would have taken me months to pull a trip like we experienced together. I really appreciated how she listened what we were interested in dining on our trip.

Hotel Reviews

Scandic Byporten

Oslo

Really liked the close proximity to everything. The staff was extremely friendly and breakfast was great.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Close to museums shopping and public transportation

Staff

Helpful

Cleanliness & Comfort

European rooms are always a bit small

Heimly Pensjonat

Flåm

Best view of the fjord from our room. The evening meal was excellent.

Authenticity & Character

Has a boutique feeling

Location

Close to everything

Staff

Answered all of our questions

Cleanliness & Comfort

Clean

Kviknes Hotel

Balestrand

Best breakfast! Rooms were standard European rooms. Staff was excellent.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Close to everything

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Scandic Bergen city

Bergen

We had a nice sized room compared to others we stayed at. Staff was helpful in providing guidance in the city.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Close to many attractions

Staff

Provided excellent directions

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Food and Culture walk in Bergen

Bergen

Loved learning about the food and culture of the area with someone who grew up there.

Quality of Experience

Good food

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Local!

Boat cruise Bergen - Rosendal (round-trip) on The Hardangerfjord Express

Bergen

Thankfully the weather was good otherwise I am not sure it was worth the 2 hour ferry ride

Quality of Experience

Transport

Fjord Cruise & Seafood Dining Experince

Bergen

I wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone. The owner was very sexist and the food was bland and the worst meal we had In Norway. We would have preferred to stay in Bergen that night instead of spending 5 hours on this trip.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Ægir Brew Pub Beer Tasting

Flåm

Really enjoyed learning about how they got started and how the beer is made

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Manager was knowledgeable.

Transport

Summer Kayaking Excursion

Flåm

Sunny day, calm waters, waterfalls what more can one ask for.

Quality of Experience

It was informative and the scenery was amazing

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Our guide was knowledgeable.

Day trip to Fjærland

Norway

Beautiful fjord and glacier!

Quality of Experience

The views

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Excellent explanation of the area

Transport

Mathia paid attention to our desires for our visit to Noway and planned an amazing trip tailor-made for us. He was helpful in the initial planning stages, the pre-trip last-minute details, and all along the way during our travels in Norway. We could not have been more pleased with our adventure and the services of Mathia and KimKim. Highly recommend this firm for anyone wanting to plan a trip that includes the things you want to see and experience.

Hotel Reviews

The Tide Rorbuer

Sørvågen

Staying at The Tide Rorbuer in Reine was lovely. It was a great location right on the water, and the accommodations were beautiful. We really enjoyed our time there.

Scandic Nidelven

Trondheim

Scandic Nidelven in Trondheim was fine, but parking was a bit of a hassle. We had to park a distance away and pay quite a bit for it. However, the hotel itself was downtown and convenient for exploring the area.

Wangen Apartments by Fjord Resort

Aurland

Our stay at Wangen Apartments by Fjord Resort in Aurland was amazing. It was a really nice place, and being right on the fjord made for a picturesque setting.

Zander K Hotel

Bergen

The Zander K Hotel in Bergen was another great accommodation. Everything was lovely, and the breakfast was excellent.

Activity Reviews

Private Lofoten Tour

Norway

The Lofoten Islands tour was probably my favorite part of the trip. We had a tour guide for the whole day, and it was just wonderful. The scenery was breathtaking, and we were able to explore so much. It was a full day of adventure and beauty that I won’t forget anytime soon.

Short Hike with a Local in Bergen

Bergen

The hike in Bergen was a highlight of the trip as well. Our guide was very accommodating. We realized the initial hike planned might have been beyond our abilities, so he adjusted it for us. The new route was still challenging and offered great views, making the experience memorable.

Loen Skylift

Norway

The Loen Skylift was an exhilarating experience. The views from the top were simply breathtaking and worth every moment. A must-do if you're in the area!

Kimkim helped our group of 2 couples plan an amazing customized trip to Norway! The planning process worked out well with the input of Christina then as the trip got closer her colleagues Tricia and Tom were great help with final details and any questions while on vacation. We ended up with a boat trip in a fjord, kayaking in a fjord, hiking the Trekanten lodge to lodge in Trollheimen and some city time in Oslo. The lodges and hotels were lovely accommodations with incredible breakfasts. Having Kimkim book 7 lodges/hotels, 2 taxis, 1 rental car and 2 trains for us was incredibly helpful. I will be using Kimkim for future trips and would highly recommend them.

We liked Olso and the tour guides we had. Most of the rooms were nice and Mathia was quick to answer us and help out. We made a last minute change in plans and he took care of it.

Hotel Reviews

Eilert Smith Hotel

Stavanger

Outstanding service and room. Absolutely amazing.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Banken Hotel

Haugesund

Not the best hotel. But it was in a small town and we didn't expect much.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Brakanes Hotel

Ulvik

Dated with a broken bed and broken tv. The balcony was nice but that's about it.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Fretheim Hotel

Flåm

We left a night early. It was dated and uncomfortable. It was probably the nicest hotel in that town. The balcony was nice.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Flor & Fjære Garden Cruise

Stavanger

Beautiful tour, great food.

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Bergen Walking Tour With a Local Guide

Bergen

The guide was great. Unfortunately we had to cut out early because the rain got so so bad.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Explore Oslo's Hidden Gems with a Local Expert

Oslo

We really liked our guide and saw so much of Olso we would never have seen without him.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Fjordcruise on UNESCO Nærøyfjord

Norway

Beautiful beautiful river trip.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Our trip was nothing short of amazing. Everything was coordinated down to little details.

We had the best trip and everything went smoothly! We will definitely be using KimKim again for our overseas travel.

The hotel selection was good. Some excursions, not so. The Lofoten islands tour was by minivan, not boat as I assumed it was ( islands!). This should be disclosed. The 2 hour private sauna was 1.5 hours longer than it should have been! Waste of money
Still waiting for our kayak refund. Should have been disclosed these are double kayaks and people with flexibility issues ( knee replacement!) may have trouble getting in.

Hotel Reviews

Quality Hotel Ålesund

Ålesund

Good location near the west side of the central area on water.

Authenticity & Character

Fairly sterile but ok

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

MS Kong Harald

Tromsø

Saving grace was the staff. Room was increasingly small ( fold down bed) and beds very uncomfortable. Food was expensive and mediocre.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Room size and bed comfort

Scandic Byporten

Oslo

Unbeatable location, comfortable bed, great breakfast

Authenticity & Character

Location

Right in train station complex near everything

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Radisson Blu Royal Hotel

Bergen

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

MS Nordnorge

Tromsø

Nice room and good staff

Authenticity & Character

Location

Multiple stops

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Scandic Svolvær

Svolvær

On water and short walk to central area

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Silent Fjord Cruise Oslo

Oslo

Quality of Experience

Quiet boat,informative but not excessive chatter

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Quiet and no diesel smell!

Norway in a Nutshell Tour

Norway

The scenery was spectacular even in poor weather. We were overwhelmed by the crowds and the mad rush to get on the train, boat and bus. Overall glad I did it… once!

Quality of Experience

Seat reservations

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Seat reservation

Cultural Walk with a Local

Bergen

The walk was mostly around area of our hotel. It was more accurately described as a historical tour/ walk than a walk of Bergen

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Fløibanen Funicular Experience

Bergen

Quality of Experience

Views were spectacular even in lousy weather. Saw parts of the city we were unaware of

Transport

Funicular was fast and interesting

Sea Kayaking In Ålesund

Ålesund

Totally unaware these were small cockpit tandem kayaks! My partner had knee issue so could not bend to get in. I couldn’t go because the boats were doubles. Despite the fact that 2 unscheduled folks readily took place, we were not given, or assured,of, a refund

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Refund!

Geirangerfjord Cruise & Day Trip

Norway

Comfortable transport through 3 fjords. Boat was electric and not too big which we appreciated. 2 hours in Geiranger was perfect.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Guided bus excursion from Ålesund – Path of the Trolls

Ålesund

Saw many small towns and farms along the way to Trollstigenand stopped at some interesting and beautiful places. Guide was veery informative. Trollstigen was stunning.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Very informative and answered all our many questions

Transport

The journey gave us insight into the culture of the area

Sightseeing Tour of the Lofoten Islands

Svolvær

Our experience was tainted by the fact that we thought we were going on a boat tour of the islands! This was an informative tour of the archipelago by small minivan.

Quality of Experience

Awesome views everywhere

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Very informative guide ( Italian still learning English)

Transport

Boat!

Lofoten Floating Sauna Experience

Svolvær

We had to ask for assistance to get the prior group out. After requesting towels ( not initially provided. Seems like a sanitary issue) we went in the sauna. Very hot! Can dive into the water adjacent to the floating sauna from the roof.

Quality of Experience

On time availability, provide towels, advise appropriate shoes

What an awesome trip! I have always planned trips on my own but wanted to personalize this trip for my granddaughters. Linda was nothing short of amazing and helped me to find the perfect tours that met my goal as well as pleasing the adults. When I had ideas, Linda would explore options, would explain why/why not it might be feasible, and/or would come up with additional suggestions. Every single day was a win when it came to experiences. John and Steig, our city tour guides, catered to our 2-62 year old group, Captain Tor was truly incredible and a family favorite. Glacier tours, Viking Village, swimming in fjords, troll forests, driving to mountaintops, Stave churches, Flam Railroad, and so much more! When Kimkim states they are always available, they are. We lost two pieces of baggage and they helped us navigate the airline (on the weekend and off hours.) When I broke my arm, they told me where the clinic was once I got off the ferry. This was critical! Finally, they still offered suggestions while we were on the trip. This wasn't we've got your money and we are done. I will definitely use Kimkim for future travel and highly recommend you give them a try.

Mathia listened and planned the trip that we wanted. He would have helped with all our Norway trip, but we only needed help planning the road trip portion. Not being the usual travelers, we wanted to experience the Kystriksveien Highway (Norwegian Coastal Highway). He created a driving trip with accommodations and activities (kayaking and guided hiking) along the way. Accommodations exceeded our expectations. Dinner at Vega Havhotell was the best meal on our 21 day trip. Once we arrived in Norway, Mathia arranged for a call, checking to make sure we were comfortable with our driving schedule. He was able to make a last minute change in accommodations to better suit our driving plans. He not only provided ferry schedules for Highway 17 but emailed daily to determine how things were going.
We definitely would recommend Mathia and kimkim to assist with travel planning. They listen and tailor a trip to suit individual needs. Knowing that Mathia or another associate was available 24 hours a day was reassuring; we know help was available should a problem arise.

Hotel Reviews

Thon Hotel Verdal

Verdal

Weird outside entrance. Had to enter code to get front door to open. Hotel situated in an empty mall.

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Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Scandic Nidelven

Trondheim

Amazing breakfast buffet. Big room with a view of the harbor.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Convenient.

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Norsk Havbrukssenter Rorbuer

Brønnøysund

Quiet, comfortable. Huge breakfast baskets. Loved being on the water. Good guided tour of salmon farming.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Vega Havhotell

Vega

Definitely has character, but a bit worn.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Quiet and off by itself.

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Scandic Syv Søstre

Sandnessjøen

Room had good view of harbor. Good dinner in hotel restaurant.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Scandic Havet

Bodø

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Review

Guided Kayak Tour

Brønnøysund

Hard to tell. Cancelled due to weather.

The Norway trip planned by Mar was absolutely brilliantly planned , well balanced between outdoors activities and cultural highlights of this country. The trip documents are well detailed and conceived. Kim Kim offers a 24/7 service in case of emergency. Mar suggestions were always on point . Having a local guide really provides peace of mind
Many thanks Mar !

Mathia and colleagues were very helpful, obliging and efficient throughout the process including during the trip when we required various changes to the schedule.

The weather is so unpredictable in Norway. But the sights and experiences are of very high quality so it isn’t that important to have just sunny days.

The people are very lovely. Whether they are Norwegians or seasonal workers from other European countries. We had a lot of questions and people were very open to conversation.

Our focus for this trip was to get to know the major cities Oslo and Bergen and see some fjords and nature on the way.

The tours and experiences booked by our planner, Mar, were a great introduction to Norway.

Kim Kim is a great service because they deliver a great experience without the headache of figuring out logistics for those new to the country. It definitely made me more at ease and allowed me to just enjoy the vacation and focus on learning about the culture, language and people.

Wonderful trip. Mar made sure that everything we wanted to be included in the trip was included. She was always very quick to respond to any questions we had. She recommended hotels that were very nice and convenient. Our local tour guides were very good. Joanna in Copenhagen was very informative and spent extra time with us taking us back to our hotel. Ian for our day trip to Kronborg and Frederiksborg was also very good. Our driver for the day went above and beyond having cold water for us when we returned to the car. I am sorry I forgot his name. We enoyed our guide Marja in Stockholm and our guide for Sigtuna and Upsala, Karoline. Our driver for those two days Olga was really wonderful. I had forgotten my phone (camera) in the hotel and she let me use hers for the day and sent me the pictures. She was really a lifesaver. In Oslo, Bjorn our tour guide was nice as was the driver Morton. Our favorite part of the trip was our last part in Flam, Bergen and Alesund. In Flam our waterfall and culture tour was suppose to be a group tour but we were the only ones on the mini bus so we had a private tour with the driver/guide that was really friendly and informative. I am sorry again that I do not remember his name. Bergen was our favorite city. It was really beautiful and Mar had selected a hotel perfect for walking around and seeing the sights. Alesund was our last stop and it was a very pleasant surprise. I was not aware of it before Mar suggested it and it was beautiful. Our hotel room that Mar had selected was the best room of the trip. We had large windows with a sitting area that overlooked the water. Beautiful view from the bed and the sitting area. Our driver with the transfer service from the airport, Lene was unbelievably nice and went way beyond to help us. When I mentioned to her that we wanted to go to the Fjellstua Viewpoint but it had 418 steps so I wasn't sure my 82 year old husband could make it. She offered free of charge to take us before dropping us at the hotel. She also drove us around a few streets in the town and told us what was there. When she dropped us back at the airport she helped us with our luggage into the airport. I can't say enough good things about her. Overall a very enjoyable trip.

Hotel Reviews

Axel Guldsmeden

Copenhagen

This hotel is really nice with a outside garden area and also a glassed in area for breakfast or other meals. They were extremely accomodating to us. We had booked a room with two single beds and when we got there the elevator was broken and these rooms were only on the 5th floor. So they upgraded us free of charge to a family suite that had two bed rooms, 1 and a half baths and a sitting area. Very nice place to stay and very convenient for sightseeing and to take the train.

Authenticity & Character

The beautiful garden area.

Location

Easy for sightseeing and to get to the train.

Staff

The young girl that checked us in was great but I don't remember her name.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Everything was very clean and comfortable.

Scandic Grand Central

Stockholm

Nice hotel and room.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Pretty close to walk for sightseeing and to the train.

Staff

Most were friendly.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Everything was very clean.

Clarion Hotel The Hub

Oslo

Nice hotel and pretty convenient to sights and very convenient to the train station.

Authenticity & Character

Very nice rooms.

Location

Most things not too far to walk.

Staff

Most were helpful.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Everything was very clean.

Fretheim Hotel

Flåm

Nice views and very close to walk around the town.

Authenticity & Character

Our room had a very nice view. I would recommend staying in the American Wing of the hotel. We had a bacony with a nice view.

Location

Close to walk to train and around town.

Staff

Most were helpful but was unhappy that we had to wait until the last minute of check in at 4 to get our room.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Things were clean and confortable.

Clarion Hotel Admiral

Bergen

Had a great location, very close to the sights.

Authenticity & Character

Has a beautiful view across the water to the historic wharf.

Location

Very close to walk to everything.

Staff

All staff were very helpful with questions.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Everything was clean and comfortable.

Quality Hotel Waterfront

Ålesund

This hotel has a beautiful view of the water and very comfortable rooms.

Authenticity & Character

Beautiful view of the water from our room and from the breakfast area.

Location

Very walkable to things around town.

Staff

Very helpful. Gave ice when asked and gave items for an early breakfast when we had an early flight.

Cleanliness & Comfort

We had a beautiful view of the water from our room and there was also the same view from the breakfast area.

Activity Reviews

Private tour Copenhagen Walking Tour & Canal Cruise

Copenhagen

Joanna our tour guide was wonderful. She was very informative and went the extra mile to walk us back to our hotel even though it was past our allotted time for the tour. We really enjoyed the Canal Cruise.

Quality of Experience

Great tour guide who was very knowledgeable.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Joanna was very nice to talk to and very informative.

Transport

Guide on the canal cruise was enjoyable.

Copenhagen Card

Copenhagen

We enjoyed using the Copenhagen Card. We were able to see lots of the sights with no extra charge.

Quality of Experience

Practically all sights to be seen in Copenhagen are included on the card.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

We had no drivers or guides but the staff at all the places we visited were very friendly.

Transport

Our card allowed us to use the metro free of charge which we did to get to some of the further places from our hotel.

Northern Zealand Private Day Trip with Kronborg & Frederiksborg Castle Visit

Copenhagen

We enjoyed visiting Kronborg and Frederiksborg Castle. Our tour guide Ian and our driver were very good.

Quality of Experience

I was nice to get out of the city and see some of the countryside towns.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Ian our guide was very good and we enjoyed his company. He and our driver even went out of their way to take us by the Little Mermaid statue so we could take a picture from the front. We had only seen it from the back of the statue on the Canal Cruise.

Transport

Our driver was great. He had cold water for us when we returned to the van. I am sorry I don't remember his name. But it was nice meeting him.

Stockholm Private Highlights & Drottningholm Palace Tour

Stockholm

We really enjoyed the Drottningholm Palace, Garden and Chinese Pavilion. Our tour guide Marja was great.

Quality of Experience

Drottningholm Palace and Gardens was our favorite part.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Marja was a great guide and wonderful person to meet and talk to. She even helped us buy tickets for the Royal Palace which we saw once our tour was finished.

Transport

Our driver Olga was great. She was very friendly and helpful.

Private Day Trip to Sigtuna & Uppsala

Stockholm

This was a nice trip outside the city of Stockholm.

Quality of Experience

Enjoyed seeing the countryside towns.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Our guide Karoline was very nice and helpful. She arranged so we could go straight to the Vasa Museum when our tour was over so we only had to walk back to the hotel instead of both ways.

Transport

Our driver Olga we had for two days. She was great. She heard me complaining that I forgot my phone (camera) in the hotel so I wouldn't be able to take any pictures and she offered her phone to me to use and sent me the pictures. She really saved the day. She also dropped us at the VASA museum when the tour was over so we didn't have to walk there from the hotel.

Oslo Private City Tour with Fram & Open-Air Museum Experience

Oslo

Bjorn our guide was good as was our driver Morton. We enjoyed the Vigeland Sculpture Park and the view from the Opera house the best.

Quality of Experience

Vigeland Sculpture Park and Opera House view was our favorite.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Ian was a good tour guide.

Transport

Morton was a good driver.

Luggage Transfer Service

Norway

Everything arrived as it was suppose to.

Quality of Experience

Everything worked as it was suppose to.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

The luggage was at the hotel when we arrived.

Transport

No problem with the transfer.

Culture & Nature Excursion by Electric Minibus

Flåm

Really enjoyed seeing outside the town of Flam.

Quality of Experience

Our group tour ended up being a private tour which we enjoyed.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Our guide and driver was very informative and we enjoyed his company.

Transport

Very comfortable.

Stegastein Viewpoint by Bus

Norway

Beautiful view.

Quality of Experience

It was a beautiful view that shouldn't be missed.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

She was a great driver on very curvy and steep roads.

Transport

Comfortable bus.

Fløibanen Funicular Experience

Bergen

Beautiful view and nice place to walk around.

Quality of Experience

Beautiful views and great place to spend time.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

The Floibanen was very comfortable.

Transport

There was a very long line so we had to wait for a while which wasn't ideal.

Ulriken643 (Ulriken Cable car) and short walk

Bergen

Nice views but not much to do unless you want to hike.

Quality of Experience

Beautiful views.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

People in the cafe at the top were nice.

Transport

Cable car was a nice ride.

Fjord Cruise to Rosendal

Bergen

This would probably have been alright but it rained all day so couldn't take pictures from the ferry. Not much to do in Rosendal.

Quality of Experience

Since it is public transport. Not really geared up for tourist.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Ferry workers were nice.

Transport

Ferry was nice enough but weather did not cooperate the day we went.

Geirangerfjord Cruise & Day Trip

Norway

The ferry ride was beautiful.

Quality of Experience

Ferry ride was beautiful.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Ferry personal were nice.

Transport

Ferry was comfortable going but completely full coming back so not ideal.

Tesla Taxi Scenic Tour

Geiranger

Tesla Taxi Scenic Ride was nice but wouldn't have really missed anything if we skipped it.

Quality of Experience

Some nice views but didn't leave any time in Geiranger.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Driver was nice.

Transport

Car was comfortable.

I recently had the pleasure of experiencing a trip to Norway that was nothing short of extraordinary, all thanks to Kimkim agency and our exceptional travel partner, Mathia. From the very beginning, Mathia listened intently to my goals and crafted an itinerary that I could have never planned myself.

The trip included special, hard-to-get reservations at Flor & Flaer, and three iconic guided hikes that were simply breathtaking. Mathia spent more than a year meticulously planning this trip, and not only was it perfect, but he also provided a personal touch every step of the way.

One instance that truly stood out was when I injured my knee on the descent of Trolltunga. Mathia called me at 9 PM to check on me and ensure I was okay. His dedication and care were evident throughout the entire journey.

I couldn't recommend Mathia and Kimkim enough for planning the perfect trip to Norway. Having an insider like Mathia plan this trip made it incredibly special, with amazing boutique hotels and unwavering support every step of the way. It was truly the trip of a lifetime.

I can't thank Mathia enough for his expertise and kind support from the beginning to the end! Thank you thank you thank you!!!!

Hotel Reviews

Hotel Norge by Scandic

Bergen

We LOVED this hotel. The location was perfect. The rooms were lovely and the breakfast was simply amazing!

Authenticity & Character

Location

Perfectly centered in Bergen with amazing views from the balcony!

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Hotel Ullensvang

Lofthus Hardanger

Great location for Trolltunga hike. Nice amenities. Wish there were more dinner options than the buffet.

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Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Eilert Smith Hotel

Stavanger

I recently had the pleasure of staying at the Eilert Smith hotel, and it was an experience that will forever be etched in my memory. The highlight of our stay was the exceptional attention and care provided by Hanne. Not only is she lovely, but she was always available to offer advice on restaurants, experiences, and massages. Hanne went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect. Her dedication and personal touch made all the difference, and I couldn't recommend the Eilert Smith hotel enough because of the special attention from Hanne. This hotel will go down in my memory as the best hotel experience of a lifetime.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Hanne Hanne Hanne!!!!

Cleanliness & Comfort

Moxy Bergen

Bergen

Great location for a quick stay a little bit away from the city center. Fun vibe and great sunset! Nice staff!

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Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Flor & Fjære Garden Cruise

Stavanger

I recently had the pleasure of experiencing the Flor & Fjaer garden cruise, and it was absolutely amazing. The tour was incredible, offering breathtaking views and a serene atmosphere. The food was excellent, with a variety of delicious dishes that exceeded my expectations. The grounds are fabulous, beautifully maintained, and a true feast for the eyes. I highly recommend the Flor & Fjaer garden cruise for anyone looking for a memorable and delightful experience. It was truly a highlight of my trip.

Quality of Experience

Food

Simply delicious!

Guides, Drivers and Staff

nice boat ride

Transport

Guided Hike to Trolltunga

Norway

I recently had the pleasure of embarking on a guided hike of Trolltunga, and it was an unforgettable experience. Our guide, Joe, was absolutely fantastic. He was not only fun and engaging but also incredibly supportive throughout the hike. As someone with 54-year-old knees, the descent was particularly challenging for me. Joe was there every step of the way, helping me safely navigate the trail and providing much-needed encouragement. His assistance was invaluable, and he ensured that we didn't miss the last bus to P2. I highly recommend this guided hike and can't thank Joe enough for making it such a memorable and enjoyable adventure.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Joe!!!

Transport

Fjord Cruise & Pulpit Rock Hike

Stavanger

We were on the smaller overflow boat and did not hear when the Pulpit Rock disembarkment occured. It must have been quick because we were not the only ones that missed it.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Mostraumen Fjord Cruise from Bergen

Bergen

Perfect 3 hour Fjord trip. Comfortable plentiful seating. Arrive early to get a seat by the window

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Pulpit Rock Classic Summer Hike

Norway

I recently embarked on a hike to Pulpit Rock, and it was an adventure like no other. We chose the much more challenging, less-traveled route, which included a canoe trip, scrambling up boulders, and a very long trek. The guides were fantastic and ensured our safety throughout the journey. I must admit, I was terrified at times, not because of my fitness level (although I am 54), but because the route was dangerous at certain points. However, the guides were always there to ensure my safety and provide support. Despite the challenges, it was an incredible experience. That said, I would probably opt for the Nepalese Sherpa stairs next time for a less daunting experience. Nonetheless, this hike was unforgettable, and I highly recommend it for those seeking an adventurous and thrilling journey.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

I would highly recommend using Kim Kim. Eliise made an amazing itinerary for us with very thoughtful recommendations for places to eat/things to do. It was very balanced to our needs (a few small group activities + self-guided), and they kept us very organized.

Activity Review

Flåm Railway & Cycling Adventure

Norway

This was spectacular- I would highly recommend to anyone who enjoys cycling and/or scenic train rides

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Mar and Fenne were fabulous to work with, very communicative and the itineraries were just perfect!

Hotel Reviews

Hotell Bondeheimen

Oslo

The location of this hotel is amazing! Close enough to city center to do it all but just out of the way enough to not be too noisy. The staff was lovely and the rooms were fine

Authenticity & Character

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Flåmsbrygga Hotel

Flåm

This hotel was just lovely. The rooms were better then I expected the views were unparalleled and the food options were quite good - especially the ice cream!

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Thon Hotel Bristol

Bergen

This was a very nice hotel in a great location. One word of warning to others - while there are elevators, we still had to go up some stairs to get to our rooms. Not that good for someone like me who packed too much!

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Activity Reviews

Luggage Transfer Service

Norway

This was a super smart and very necessary service offered. I would highly recommend people take advantage of it!

Summer Fjord RIB Safari & Undredal Cheese Tasting

Flåm

This was a highlight of our time in. Way it was a fantastic experience!

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

The staff was super friendly and knowledgeable of the fjord and all the folksy tales along the way

Transport

Stegastein Viewpoint by Bus

Norway

This was nice, but to be honest not all that. Probably would have preferred to go on a longer hike. Perfect for folks not interested in hiking

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Food and Culture walk in Bergen

Bergen

This was very nice and informative. The whole group was a perfect size and we enjoyed the other people on the tour as well as the tour itself

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Ulriken Cable Car

Bergen

To tell the truth we ended up going on a funicular to a closer mountain instead of the cable car - it was too far away. But the concept was the same and very much a fantastic thing to do!

Quality of Experience

What a trip! The Kimkim group did a wonderful job planning our activities and customizing the trip for our interests. They were very responsive and highly communicative during the planning stage of the trip. We particularly enjoyed the time spent in the fjords on the Norway in a Nutshell section after we left Bergen. They were awesome! After seeing those fjords, I think the fjord boat ride from Bergen could have been skipped and spent the time enjoying Bergen. We loved the lodging in Flam! Perfect for what we look for--quaint and with a beautiful view. We did a guided bike tour in Oslo that we arranged ourselves which I would recommend. Unfortunately, I had Covid in Oslo and spent most of 3 days in bed. Except for the initial problem with payment at the Bergen hotel that took about 1 1/2 hours or so to get straightened out (I believe that was the hotel’s mistake), all the arrangements worked very smoothly.
We’ve already recommended Kimkim to others and would use your services again for another trip in areas that you cover. Thank you

Activity Review

Norway in a Nutshell Tour

Norway

Absolutely loved the fjords! This was the highlight of the trip. All the transportation was planned well, the guides were knowledgeable and we were very lucky to have dry, pleasant weather.

I do not typically review experiences to be posted online. However, I received an email asking me to review our experience with kimkim and our specialist in particular. I was just trying to figure out how to do that on my own and I am happy to oblige.

Our trip to Norway was a twice thwarted attempt to bring our family to Norway to see where our family had immigrated from years ago. With four busy kids, a busy family schedule and careers to manage, it didn’t look promising and I reached out to a number of companies, a few of which said that I should have started months before. That was decent advice, but not helpful.

I ran across kimkim randomly online and was curious about the ability to curate our own interests into an agenda with a date range focusing on Norway. Admittedly, not everyone would want the same experiences if given the option to give their opinion, but the tool which gave me an option to select certain things as options including experiences -like a survey-was very clever and helpful. Once that was done, Kadri was assigned as our local expert. I don’t know how much time Kadri spent with us, but she was extremely patient behind the scenes as we had to maneuver a few schedule changes when our airline would not allow us to use stored miles to apply towards the trip (even though previously they indicated we could). Kadri faithfully put together a number of options for an itinerary that fit our desired agenda and had some great additional options as part of our schedule was fluid. When one part of our trip could not come together, she gave some very specific insight about an alternative that ended up being one of the highlights of our trip (spending time in Balestrand and staying at the Kviknes Hotel). In addition, she gave us practical advice which was very helpful.

I did find a friendly competitor of kimkim online and out of curiosity I submitted a similar criteria and was told that we would need months more to plan. That was all I needed to know as Kadri was at work behind the scenes.

The professionalism of the agenda, the links, the access to tickets and the detail was elegant and user friendly. Being able to share it with the family was great. Also, I had priced this trip several times and I found the overall package price of the trip to be very competitive to some long-established travel companies that I had tried to put this trip together with in the past.

We had an amazing trip and I referenced the kimkim itinerary and website several times a day. We are very grateful for Kadri as she was simply excellent not only in her work product, but patience, understanding and additional insights that I did not expect. I highly recommend her and the kimkim team for travel and I hope to use them again.

Linda set up a wonderful trip for my family. We made changes- sorry- but she rolled with the changes and made it so easy. Thank you. The guides were great, accommodations were wonderful. LeeeAnn

What a fun and beautiful country! We really enjoy the outdoors, and kimkim and Eliise provided excellent adventures for us. We saw Bergen, explored Stavanger, and canoed then hiked up a secluded trail to overlook Pulpit rock. We highly recommend the tour!!