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Norway - Self-drive tour: The most beautiful fjords

12 days · Individual · from €2,045.00
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Duration
12 days
Start/End
Bergen
Tour type
Individual
Accommodation
Hotel
Price from · per person
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Norway - Self-drive tour: The most beautiful fjords

Duration

12 days

Start/End

Bergen

Tour type

Individual

Level

Easy

Accommodation

Hotel

Overview

This tour gives you time to savour coastal towns, picturesque fjord villages and the nature of western Norway. From Bergen you first head north along the Atlantic coast to Ålesund and Geiranger, then south via Loen, Sogndal, Aurland and Eidfjord to Stavanger.

This trip offers ample time to savor the diverse coastal towns, picturesque fjord villages, and breathtaking natural beauty of Western Norway. The tour begins by heading north along the ruggedly romantic Atlantic coast before turning south to discover the many scenic gems of Fjord Norway.

Culture
Round trip

Tour Code

NOBGO002

Tour language

GermanGerman

Itinerary

  • Day 1
    Arrival in Bergen

    Hotel in Bergen

    Individual arrival in Bergen. The port city is easily accessible by plane; we also offer a rental car as an optional extra. Alternatively, you can travel with your own car by overnight ferry from Hirtshals in northern Denmark. You can choose to travel by plane from an airport near your home. You can then pick up your rental car at the destination airport. Another option is to travel by ferry, where you can bring your own car.

    Arrival in Bergen

    Day 1

    Hotel in Bergen

    Individual arrival in Bergen. The port city is easily accessible by plane; we also offer a rental car as an optional extra. Alternatively, you can travel with your own car by overnight ferry from Hirtshals in northern Denmark. You can choose to travel by plane from an airport near your home. You can then pick up your rental car at the destination airport. Another option is to travel by ferry, where you can bring your own car.

  • Day 2
    Bergen – Forde

    Hotel in Forde

    approx. 175 km

    On the next leg of your journey north, you'll reach the first high mountains. You'll travel along the Osterfjord to the Sognefjord – Norway's longest and deepest fjord. Your destination for today is the cultural city of Førde.

    Bergen – Forde

    Day 2

    Hotel in Forde

    approx. 175 km

    On the next leg of your journey north, you'll reach the first high mountains. You'll travel along the Osterfjord to the Sognefjord – Norway's longest and deepest fjord. Your destination for today is the cultural city of Førde.

  • Day 3
    Forde – Ålesund

    Hotel in Ålesund

    approx. 280 km

    A longer drive awaits you today. You have the option of driving close to the coast or taking the inland route. Your destination for the day is the Art Nouveau city of Ålesund. Tip: Admire the beautiful city from its local mountain, Aksla, at sunset! Access to the viewing terrace is free for guests of the Fjellstua restaurant during opening hours. If you only wish to visit the viewpoint without using the café or restaurant, there is an entrance fee of 100 NOK per person (as of June 2025).

    Forde – Ålesund

    Day 3

    Hotel in Ålesund

    approx. 280 km

    A longer drive awaits you today. You have the option of driving close to the coast or taking the inland route. Your destination for the day is the Art Nouveau city of Ålesund. Tip: Admire the beautiful city from its local mountain, Aksla, at sunset! Access to the viewing terrace is free for guests of the Fjellstua restaurant during opening hours. If you only wish to visit the viewpoint without using the café or restaurant, there is an entrance fee of 100 NOK per person (as of June 2025).

  • Day 4
    Alesund – Geiranger

    Hotel in Geiranger

    approx. 105 km

    Today, a truly spectacular fjord experience awaits you. The Hjørundfjord, with its smaller Norangfjord, is the first highlight of the day. The drive to Hellesylt is also short. A fantastic experience awaits you on the boat trip through the narrow and world-famous Geirangerfjord. The panorama of waterfalls and remote farms clinging to the steep slopes will surely stay with you for a long time.

    Alesund – Geiranger

    Day 4

    Hotel in Geiranger

    approx. 105 km

    Today, a truly spectacular fjord experience awaits you. The Hjørundfjord, with its smaller Norangfjord, is the first highlight of the day. The drive to Hellesylt is also short. A fantastic experience awaits you on the boat trip through the narrow and world-famous Geirangerfjord. The panorama of waterfalls and remote farms clinging to the steep slopes will surely stay with you for a long time.

  • Day 5
    Geiranger – Loen

    Hotel in Loen

    approx. 80 km

    The short mountain stage takes you to Stryn on the Nordfjord, one of the most scenic areas in Norway. Visit Jostedalsbreen, Europe's largest mainland glacier. From Olden, you'll travel to Briksdal, where you can hike to one of the numerous tributary glaciers. In the afternoon, you'll have plenty of time to take the Skylift up Mount Hoven and enjoy the breathtaking view over the Nordfjord.

    Geiranger – Loen

    Day 5

    Hotel in Loen

    approx. 80 km

    The short mountain stage takes you to Stryn on the Nordfjord, one of the most scenic areas in Norway. Visit Jostedalsbreen, Europe's largest mainland glacier. From Olden, you'll travel to Briksdal, where you can hike to one of the numerous tributary glaciers. In the afternoon, you'll have plenty of time to take the Skylift up Mount Hoven and enjoy the breathtaking view over the Nordfjord.

  • Day 6
    Loen – Sogndal

    Hotel in Sogndal

    approx. 130 km

    Today's route takes you across the Gaularfjell plateau, offering numerous viewpoints overlooking the Fjærlandsfjord and the Jostedalsbreen glacier, before reaching the mighty Sognefjord. Tip: A short hike along the Fossestien (meaning "Waterfall Trail") is well worth it. Following the Sognefjord, you'll arrive in Sogndal.

    Loen – Sogndal

    Day 6

    Hotel in Sogndal

    approx. 130 km

    Today's route takes you across the Gaularfjell plateau, offering numerous viewpoints overlooking the Fjærlandsfjord and the Jostedalsbreen glacier, before reaching the mighty Sognefjord. Tip: A short hike along the Fossestien (meaning "Waterfall Trail") is well worth it. Following the Sognefjord, you'll arrive in Sogndal.

  • Day 7
    Sogndal – Aurland

    Hotel in Aurland

    approx. 65 km

    You'll cross the Sognefjord and now have the option of driving through Norway's longest tunnel, the Lærdal Tunnel, or along the Aurlandsfjellet scenic route. Be sure to stop at the Stegastein viewpoint, which offers a fantastic view of the Aurlandsfjord!

    Sogndal – Aurland

    Day 7

    Hotel in Aurland

    approx. 65 km

    You'll cross the Sognefjord and now have the option of driving through Norway's longest tunnel, the Lærdal Tunnel, or along the Aurlandsfjellet scenic route. Be sure to stop at the Stegastein viewpoint, which offers a fantastic view of the Aurlandsfjord!

  • Day 8
    Aurland – Eidfjord

    Hotel in Eidfjord

    approx. 120 km

    In the morning, you'll take a fjord cruise across the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Nærøyfjord, returning to the starting point by shuttle bus. Afterwards, you'll travel via Voss and one of the world's longest suspension bridges towards Eidfjord.

    Aurland – Eidfjord

    Day 8

    Hotel in Eidfjord

    approx. 120 km

    In the morning, you'll take a fjord cruise across the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Nærøyfjord, returning to the starting point by shuttle bus. Afterwards, you'll travel via Voss and one of the world's longest suspension bridges towards Eidfjord.

  • Day 9
    Eidfjord – Sand

    Hotel in Sand

    approx. 180 km

    You leave the Hardangerfjord via Odda. You can see the Låtefoss waterfall from the car. Via Røldal you reach Sand on the fjord of the same name, where you will spend the night.

    Eidfjord – Sand

    Day 9

    Hotel in Sand

    approx. 180 km

    You leave the Hardangerfjord via Odda. You can see the Låtefoss waterfall from the car. Via Røldal you reach Sand on the fjord of the same name, where you will spend the night.

  • Day 10
    Sand – Stavanger

    Hotel in Stavanger

    approx. 120 km

    Your route through the Ryfylke region takes you along the many fjord arms of the Boknafjord. If you drive to Preikestolen shortly before Stavanger, past Jørpeland, you can climb the 600-meter-high, vertical pulpit overlooking the Lysefjord in about two hours.

    Sand – Stavanger

    Day 10

    Hotel in Stavanger

    approx. 120 km

    Your route through the Ryfylke region takes you along the many fjord arms of the Boknafjord. If you drive to Preikestolen shortly before Stavanger, past Jørpeland, you can climb the 600-meter-high, vertical pulpit overlooking the Lysefjord in about two hours.

  • Day 11
    Stavanger – Bergen

    Hotel in Bergen

    approx. 210 km

    The return journey to Bergen takes you through stunning coastal scenery. Several ferry routes cross the mouths of the Boknafjord and the Hardangerfjord. The port city of Bergen is another highlight of the day. In the city center, you'll find many other sights besides the famous Bryggen wharf, all easily explored on foot. A breathtaking ride to the summit of Mount Fløyen, with its panoramic views of the city and surrounding area, is just one of many highlights!

    Stavanger – Bergen

    Day 11

    Hotel in Bergen

    approx. 210 km

    The return journey to Bergen takes you through stunning coastal scenery. Several ferry routes cross the mouths of the Boknafjord and the Hardangerfjord. The port city of Bergen is another highlight of the day. In the city center, you'll find many other sights besides the famous Bryggen wharf, all easily explored on foot. A breathtaking ride to the summit of Mount Fløyen, with its panoramic views of the city and surrounding area, is just one of many highlights!

  • Day 12
    Bergen and return home

    Spend another pleasant day in Bergen before beginning your individual journey home.

    Bergen and return home

    Day 12

    Spend another pleasant day in Bergen before beginning your individual journey home.

Price from

€2,045.00

Phone: +43 512 209071

Services

What's included

  • 11 nights including breakfast in good mid-range hotels in a room with shower/toilet

  • Half board in Aurland

  • Domestic Norwegian ferry: Hellesylt–Geiranger

  • Admission: Loen Skylift

  • Approximately a 2-hour boat trip on the Nærøyfjord from Flåm to Gudvangen

  • Shuttle bus from Gudvangen/to Flåm

  • Pocket travel guide of your choice

  • Street map available upon request

What's not included

  • Individual travel to and from the destination (we are happy to put together a suitable offer)

  • Travel insurance (we are happy to put together an individual offer)

  • personal equipment

  • Visa and vaccinations, if required

  • Tip

  • Rental cars (we would be happy to create a suitable offer for you)

  • Ferry crossings, tolls and fuel, unless listed as included.

  • Optional excursions, activities and entrance fees

  • Meals not included in the services

  • personal expenses

Character of the trip

Fitness

Easy

Altitude

Low

Culture / nature

Nature-led

This self-drive tour is ideal for those who enjoy driving themselves and exploring the countryside independently. Daily distances range from 65 to 280 kilometers, and include several ferry crossings. Along the way, there's plenty of time for walks, sightseeing, and local activities.

Dates and prices

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Individual dates

Optional

Extra bed (adults)

pro Person, Season 01.05.–30.09.2027

€1,760.00

per person

Extra bed for child up to and including 12 years

per child, season 01.05.–30.09.2027

€980.00

per person

    Notes on the trip

    Route

    approx. 1,460 km from/to Bergen

    Excursion options

    Round trip on the funicular to Fløyen in Bergen: EUR 17 per adult / EUR 9 per child Viking Village entrance fee: EUR 21 per adult / EUR 10 per child No excursion for you? Feel free to contact us!

    Traveling with an electric car

    Scandinavia is ideal for traveling by electric car. Norway alone has over 15,000 charging stations. Many hotels also offer this option to their guests. Additionally, Google Maps already shows many charging stations along your route. Feel free to contact us!

    Notes

    2026: Alternative itinerary If you're interested, we'd be happy to include your ferry crossing with Fjordline; just ask us. Itinerary changes are subject to availability. Generally, this trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. However, we're happy to check if we can accommodate your travel requests in individual cases. Please contact us.