
Norway
Norway - Self-drive tour of the fjords and Northern Norway
Norway - Self-drive tour of the fjords and Northern Norway
Duration
18 days
Start/End
Oslo
Tour type
Individual
Level
Easy
Accommodation
Hotel
Overview
Over around 3,680 kilometres you explore both the fjords and northern Norway. From the Sognefjord you travel via the Nordfjord, Geirangerfjord and Romsdalsfjord to Trondheim, then via Mosjøen and Bodø to the Lofoten Islands – returning via Mo i Rana, Brønnøysund and Lillehammer.
Do you want to explore both the fjords and the exotic north of the country? To truly immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and the Norwegian way of life? This trip is the perfect opportunity! Besides the vibrant metropolis of Oslo, breathtaking experiences await you at the Sognefjord, Nordfjord, Geirangerfjord, and Romsdalsfjord. And you'll travel via Trondheim to the unique Lofoten archipelago in the north. Distance traveled is approximately 3,680 km from/to Oslo.
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Day 1
Arrival in Oslo and journey to Geilo
Hotel in Geilo
approx. 220 km
Individual arrival in Oslo. Before heading into the mountains, you can enjoy a few hours in the capital. After driving through the Hallingdal valley, you'll reach your hotel in Geilo. Several travel options are available for the trip. These include flying from an airport near your home and picking up a rental car at your destination airport. Driving your own car is also an option. Alternatively, you can take a ferry to Oslo, where you can bring your own car.
Arrival in Oslo and journey to Geilo
Day 1
Hotel in Geilo
approx. 220 km
Individual arrival in Oslo. Before heading into the mountains, you can enjoy a few hours in the capital. After driving through the Hallingdal valley, you'll reach your hotel in Geilo. Several travel options are available for the trip. These include flying from an airport near your home and picking up a rental car at your destination airport. Driving your own car is also an option. Alternatively, you can take a ferry to Oslo, where you can bring your own car.
Day 2
Geilo – Sogndal
Hotel in Sogndal
approx. 170 km
Beautiful fjord experiences await you today. You'll drive down the valley to the Aurlandsfjord along winding roads. The mountain road Snøvegen will lead you to the spectacular Stegastein viewpoint, offering panoramic views of the fjord. Along the way, you can visit the stave church in Kaupanger.
Geilo – Sogndal
Day 2
Hotel in Sogndal
approx. 170 km
Beautiful fjord experiences await you today. You'll drive down the valley to the Aurlandsfjord along winding roads. The mountain road Snøvegen will lead you to the spectacular Stegastein viewpoint, offering panoramic views of the fjord. Along the way, you can visit the stave church in Kaupanger.
Day 3
Sogndal–Geiranger
Hotel in Geiranger
approx. 210 km
The route to Geirangerfjord takes you past Jostedalsbreen, Norway's largest glacier. The ferry crossing through Geirangerfjord is beautiful and impressive.
Sogndal–Geiranger
Day 3
Hotel in Geiranger
approx. 210 km
The route to Geirangerfjord takes you past Jostedalsbreen, Norway's largest glacier. The ferry crossing through Geirangerfjord is beautiful and impressive.
Day 4
Geiranger – Molde
Hotel in Molde
approx. 150 km
Today a spectacular stage lies ahead. The winding roads of the Eagle Road and later the Trollstigen offer unique views of the dramatic mountain formations.
Geiranger – Molde
Day 4
Hotel in Molde
approx. 150 km
Today a spectacular stage lies ahead. The winding roads of the Eagle Road and later the Trollstigen offer unique views of the dramatic mountain formations.
Day 5
Molde – Trondheim
Hotel in Trondheim
approx. 220 km
The route along the coast leads past the beautiful Sunndalsfjord. Your destination for the day is charming Trondheim. The old city center lies between the Nidelva River and the Trondheimsfjord. You will spend the next two nights in the trendy harbor district, close to the city center.
Molde – Trondheim
Day 5
Hotel in Trondheim
approx. 220 km
The route along the coast leads past the beautiful Sunndalsfjord. Your destination for the day is charming Trondheim. The old city center lies between the Nidelva River and the Trondheimsfjord. You will spend the next two nights in the trendy harbor district, close to the city center.
Day 6
Trondheim
Hotel in Trondheim
Norway's third-largest city and former capital has much to offer. Discover, for example, the old town "Bakklandet" with its colorful wooden houses from bygone eras and numerous cafes, or stroll across the city bridge to Nidaros Cathedral.
Trondheim
Day 6
Hotel in Trondheim
Norway's third-largest city and former capital has much to offer. Discover, for example, the old town "Bakklandet" with its colorful wooden houses from bygone eras and numerous cafes, or stroll across the city bridge to Nidaros Cathedral.
Day 7
Trondheim – Mosjoen
Hotel in Mosjøen
approx. 390 km
You start your day early and drive towards Steinkjer, passing the medieval fortress of Steinvikholm. Your destination for the day is Mosjøen. The colorful houses, warehouses, and boathouses create a beautiful scene.
Trondheim – Mosjoen
Day 7
Hotel in Mosjøen
approx. 390 km
You start your day early and drive towards Steinkjer, passing the medieval fortress of Steinvikholm. Your destination for the day is Mosjøen. The colorful houses, warehouses, and boathouses create a beautiful scene.
Day 8
Mosjøen – Bodø
Hotel in Bodo
approx. 315 km
Shortly after passing the small industrial town of Mo i Rana, you'll cross the Arctic Circle today and reach Arctic Norway, the land of the midnight sun. You'll spend the night in Bodø. Here lies the Saltstraumen, the strongest tidal current in the world.
Mosjøen – Bodø
Day 8
Hotel in Bodo
approx. 315 km
Shortly after passing the small industrial town of Mo i Rana, you'll cross the Arctic Circle today and reach Arctic Norway, the land of the midnight sun. You'll spend the night in Bodø. Here lies the Saltstraumen, the strongest tidal current in the world.
Day 9
Bodo – Svolvaer
Hotel in Svolvaer
approx. 340 km
In the morning, your journey takes you north via Fauske to Bognes. From there, you'll take the ferry to Lødingen. This ferry cannot be booked in advance. There are regular departures between June and August; from September onwards, there are fewer daily departures. The crossing takes about an hour. After arriving in Lødingen, you'll continue to Svolvær, the main town of the Lofoten Islands, where you'll spend the night.
Bodo – Svolvaer
Day 9
Hotel in Svolvaer
approx. 340 km
In the morning, your journey takes you north via Fauske to Bognes. From there, you'll take the ferry to Lødingen. This ferry cannot be booked in advance. There are regular departures between June and August; from September onwards, there are fewer daily departures. The crossing takes about an hour. After arriving in Lødingen, you'll continue to Svolvær, the main town of the Lofoten Islands, where you'll spend the night.
Day 10
Svolvaer – Reine
Fisherman's cabin in Reine
approx. 130 km
On your way to Reine, you'll experience some of the highlights of the Lofoten Islands. A visit to the Viking Museum in Borg is highly recommended. You'll spend the next two nights in Reine.
Svolvaer – Reine
Day 10
Fisherman's cabin in Reine
approx. 130 km
On your way to Reine, you'll experience some of the highlights of the Lofoten Islands. A visit to the Viking Museum in Borg is highly recommended. You'll spend the next two nights in Reine.
Day 11
Lofoten
Fisherman's cabin in Reine
Reine is a small fishing village on the Kirkefjord – and probably one of the most photographed places in Norway. This is hardly surprising given its beautiful location. The village is therefore a source of inspiration for many artists, and there are numerous galleries there. Reine is also the starting point for the challenging hike up Reinebringen mountain, which rewards the effort of the climb with a spectacular view.
Lofoten
Day 11
Fisherman's cabin in Reine
Reine is a small fishing village on the Kirkefjord – and probably one of the most photographed places in Norway. This is hardly surprising given its beautiful location. The village is therefore a source of inspiration for many artists, and there are numerous galleries there. Reine is also the starting point for the challenging hike up Reinebringen mountain, which rewards the effort of the climb with a spectacular view.
Day 12
Reine – For the Rana
Hotel in Mo i Rana
approx. 330 km including ferry
A particularly beautiful leg of the journey awaits you today. The several-hour ferry crossing across the wide Vestfjord will take you from Moskenes, in the far southwest of the Lofoten Islands, to the port city of Bodø. From there, the route continues to Mo i Rana. Please note that the ferry runs less frequently from September onwards, which may result in a very late arrival at the hotel in Mo i Rana.
Reine – For the Rana
Day 12
Hotel in Mo i Rana
approx. 330 km including ferry
A particularly beautiful leg of the journey awaits you today. The several-hour ferry crossing across the wide Vestfjord will take you from Moskenes, in the far southwest of the Lofoten Islands, to the port city of Bodø. From there, the route continues to Mo i Rana. Please note that the ferry runs less frequently from September onwards, which may result in a very late arrival at the hotel in Mo i Rana.
Day 13
Mo i Rana – Brønnøysund
Hotel in Brønnøysund
approx. 250 km
In Mo i Rana you can see the Svartisen glacier. A side trip to the island of Vega is also worthwhile. Near Brønnøysund rises Mount Torghatten, which is pierced by a clearly visible hole.
Mo i Rana – Brønnøysund
Day 13
Hotel in Brønnøysund
approx. 250 km
In Mo i Rana you can see the Svartisen glacier. A side trip to the island of Vega is also worthwhile. Near Brønnøysund rises Mount Torghatten, which is pierced by a clearly visible hole.
Day 14
Brønnøysund – Inderøy
Hotel in Inderøy
approx. 300 km
The journey continues towards Trondheimsfjord. The route leads through the mountainous region of Børgefjell National Park and through the agricultural area of Trøndelag.
Brønnøysund – Inderøy
Day 14
Hotel in Inderøy
approx. 300 km
The journey continues towards Trondheimsfjord. The route leads through the mountainous region of Børgefjell National Park and through the agricultural area of Trøndelag.
Day 15
Inderøy – Dombås
Hotel in Dombås
approx. 280 km
Today's route leads along the Dovrefjell-Sunndalsfjella National Park. The main attraction of the national park is the musk oxen, which were introduced from Greenland 70 years ago. The destination is the small village of Dombås.
Inderøy – Dombås
Day 15
Hotel in Dombås
approx. 280 km
Today's route leads along the Dovrefjell-Sunndalsfjella National Park. The main attraction of the national park is the musk oxen, which were introduced from Greenland 70 years ago. The destination is the small village of Dombås.
Day 16
Dombås – Lillehammer
Hotel in Lillehammer
approx. 160 km
A truly beautiful leg of your journey through the Gudbrandsdalen valley awaits you today: With its many small villages, some old, very well-preserved farmhouses, and the striking landscape, driving through the valley is a real treat. Your destination is the city of Lillehammer, which became world-famous through the 1994 Winter Olympics and is always worth a visit.
Dombås – Lillehammer
Day 16
Hotel in Lillehammer
approx. 160 km
A truly beautiful leg of your journey through the Gudbrandsdalen valley awaits you today: With its many small villages, some old, very well-preserved farmhouses, and the striking landscape, driving through the valley is a real treat. Your destination is the city of Lillehammer, which became world-famous through the 1994 Winter Olympics and is always worth a visit.
Day 17
Lillehammer – Oslo
Hotel in Oslo
approx. 190 km
Today you'll travel along Lake Mjøsa to reach the vibrant metropolis of Oslo. Here you'll have plenty of time to explore the city: the City Hall or the Aker Brygge entertainment and shopping district are always worth a visit.
Lillehammer – Oslo
Day 17
Hotel in Oslo
approx. 190 km
Today you'll travel along Lake Mjøsa to reach the vibrant metropolis of Oslo. Here you'll have plenty of time to explore the city: the City Hall or the Aker Brygge entertainment and shopping district are always worth a visit.
Day 18
Oslo and return journey
Enjoy the capital city atmosphere one last time before you begin your individual journey home.
Oslo and return journey
Day 18
Enjoy the capital city atmosphere one last time before you begin your individual journey home.
Price from
€2,570.00
Services
What's included
15 nights including breakfast in good mid-range hotels in a room with shower/toilet
2 nights including breakfast in a Rorbu (traditional fisherman's cabin), shower/toilet, bed linen, towels, final cleaning
Domestic Norwegian ferries: Hellesylt–Geiranger, Moskenes–Bodø
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 130 to 390 kilometers, and include several ferry crossings. Along the way, there's plenty of time for walks, sightseeing, and local activities.
Dates and prices
Individual dates
Optional
Extra bed (adults)
pro Person, Season 01.06.–30.09.2027
€2,220.00
per person
Extra bed for child up to and including 12 years
per child, season 01.06.–30.09.2027
€1,270.00
per person
Notes on the trip
Traveling with an electric car
Scandinavia is very well-suited for traveling by electric car. Norway alone has more than 15,000 charging stations. Many hotels also offer this option to their guests. Additionally, Google Maps already shows many charging stations along your travel route.
Notes
Changes to the itinerary are possible. This trip is generally not suitable for people with reduced mobility. In individual cases, we are happy to check whether we can still accommodate your travel wishes. Please contact us.
