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Norway - Self-drive tour of Trondheim, fjords and Viking worlds

12 days · Individual · from €1,790.00
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Duration
12 days
Start/End
Trondheim
Tour type
Individual
Accommodation
Hotel
Price from · per person
€1,790.00
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Norway - Self-drive tour of Trondheim, fjords and Viking worlds

Duration

12 days

Start/End

Trondheim

Tour type

Individual

Level

Easy

Accommodation

Hotel

Overview

This self-drive tour combines spectacular fjords, waterfalls and mountain scenery with history. From Trondheim you delve into Viking and regional history at Stiklestad and on the Golden Road, experience the Geirangerfjord, the Viking village in Gudvangen and Bergen, Oslo, Lillehammer and Røros.

Spectacular fjords, mighty waterfalls, and impressive mountain landscapes characterize this diverse tour through Norway. Your journey begins in Trondheim, before you immerse yourself in Viking life in Stiklestad and delve into the history and traditions of the region along the Golden Road. Along your route, you'll experience the famous Geirangerfjord, take a ferry through one of the country's most beautiful fjord landscapes, and discover the fascinating world of the Vikings in Gudvangen.

Culture
Round trip

Tour Code

NOTRD002

Tour language

GermanGerman

Itinerary

  • Day 1
    Arrival in Trondheim

    Hotel in Trondheim

    Individual arrival in Trondheim. You'll have time to explore Trondheim and its unique atmosphere. Discover the impressive Nidaros Cathedral, stroll through the charming Bakklandet district with its colorful wooden houses, and enjoy your first impressions of Norway on the Trondheim Fjord. You have the option of arriving by plane from an airport near your home. You will then pick up your rental car on site.

    Arrival in Trondheim

    Day 1

    Hotel in Trondheim

    Individual arrival in Trondheim. You'll have time to explore Trondheim and its unique atmosphere. Discover the impressive Nidaros Cathedral, stroll through the charming Bakklandet district with its colorful wooden houses, and enjoy your first impressions of Norway on the Trondheim Fjord. You have the option of arriving by plane from an airport near your home. You will then pick up your rental car on site.

  • Day 2
    Trondheim

    Hotel in Trondheim

    Today, a trip to the region around Trondheim is highly recommended. On the Inderøy peninsula, the Golden Road awaits, a diverse route through the rural landscape of Trøndelag, featuring small farm shops, regional specialties, handicrafts, and beautiful viewpoints overlooking the Trondheim Fjord. A particular highlight is the region around Stiklestad. Here, in 1030, the famous battle took place in which King Olav Haraldsson was killed. At the historical cultural center and open-air museum, Norwegian history can be vividly experienced, especially during the summer months when traditional crafts and historical reenactments come to life.

    Trondheim

    Day 2

    Hotel in Trondheim

    Today, a trip to the region around Trondheim is highly recommended. On the Inderøy peninsula, the Golden Road awaits, a diverse route through the rural landscape of Trøndelag, featuring small farm shops, regional specialties, handicrafts, and beautiful viewpoints overlooking the Trondheim Fjord. A particular highlight is the region around Stiklestad. Here, in 1030, the famous battle took place in which King Olav Haraldsson was killed. At the historical cultural center and open-air museum, Norwegian history can be vividly experienced, especially during the summer months when traditional crafts and historical reenactments come to life.

  • Day 3
    Trondheim – Molde

    Hotel in Molde

    approx. 215 km

    You leave Trondheim and head towards the coast to Molde, also known as the "City of Roses". Along the way, you'll be surrounded by typical Norwegian landscapes with mountains, water, and small coastal towns. In Molde, an impressive panorama of the surrounding mountains awaits you.

    Trondheim – Molde

    Day 3

    Hotel in Molde

    approx. 215 km

    You leave Trondheim and head towards the coast to Molde, also known as the "City of Roses". Along the way, you'll be surrounded by typical Norwegian landscapes with mountains, water, and small coastal towns. In Molde, an impressive panorama of the surrounding mountains awaits you.

  • Day 4
    Molde – Geiranger

    Hotel in Geiranger

    approx. 110 km

    Your journey continues towards Geiranger. The landscape becomes increasingly spectacular until you finally reach one of Norway's most famous fjords: the Geirangerfjord.

    Molde – Geiranger

    Day 4

    Hotel in Geiranger

    approx. 110 km

    Your journey continues towards Geiranger. The landscape becomes increasingly spectacular until you finally reach one of Norway's most famous fjords: the Geirangerfjord.

  • Day 5
    Geiranger – Gudvangen

    Hotel in Gudvangen

    approx. 300 km

    Today you'll experience the Geirangerfjord from a truly unique perspective. Take the ferry from Geiranger to Hellesylt and sail through the breathtaking fjord landscape. Enjoy the views of steep mountain slopes, small farms, and the famous waterfalls cascading from the cliffs into the fjord. Afterwards, continue your journey through Norway's fjord country and arrive in Gudvangen. This small village is impressively situated at the end of the Nærøyfjord and is surrounded by majestic mountains and waterfalls.

    Geiranger – Gudvangen

    Day 5

    Hotel in Gudvangen

    approx. 300 km

    Today you'll experience the Geirangerfjord from a truly unique perspective. Take the ferry from Geiranger to Hellesylt and sail through the breathtaking fjord landscape. Enjoy the views of steep mountain slopes, small farms, and the famous waterfalls cascading from the cliffs into the fjord. Afterwards, continue your journey through Norway's fjord country and arrive in Gudvangen. This small village is impressively situated at the end of the Nærøyfjord and is surrounded by majestic mountains and waterfalls.

  • Day 6
    Gudvangen – Bergen

    Hotel in Bergen

    approx. 150 km

    In Gudvangen, a journey into the past awaits you. A visit to the Viking village immerses you in the world of the Vikings, offering insights into the lives, traditions, and crafts of the people who lived in this region around a thousand years ago. Afterwards, you'll travel on to Bergen. This historic port city captivates visitors with its colorful wooden houses, narrow streets, and maritime atmosphere. Explore the historic Bryggen wharf and soak up the vibrant ambiance of one of Norway's most beautiful cities.

    Gudvangen – Bergen

    Day 6

    Hotel in Bergen

    approx. 150 km

    In Gudvangen, a journey into the past awaits you. A visit to the Viking village immerses you in the world of the Vikings, offering insights into the lives, traditions, and crafts of the people who lived in this region around a thousand years ago. Afterwards, you'll travel on to Bergen. This historic port city captivates visitors with its colorful wooden houses, narrow streets, and maritime atmosphere. Explore the historic Bryggen wharf and soak up the vibrant ambiance of one of Norway's most beautiful cities.

  • Day 7
    Bergen – Eidfjord

    Hotel in Eidfjord

    approx. 160 km

    You leave Bergen and drive once again into the fascinating fjord landscape. Your next destination is Eidfjord on the Hardangerfjord. Between high mountains, deep fjords, and impressive waterfalls, you'll experience Norwegian nature here in its most pristine form.

    Bergen – Eidfjord

    Day 7

    Hotel in Eidfjord

    approx. 160 km

    You leave Bergen and drive once again into the fascinating fjord landscape. Your next destination is Eidfjord on the Hardangerfjord. Between high mountains, deep fjords, and impressive waterfalls, you'll experience Norwegian nature here in its most pristine form.

  • Day 8
    Eidfjord – Oslo

    Hotel in Oslo

    approx. 310 km

    Your journey now takes you across Norway towards Oslo. After the small towns and impressive natural landscapes of the fjord region, an exciting contrast awaits you in the Norwegian capital. Modern architecture, culture, and history meet the relaxed atmosphere of the Oslofjord here.

    Eidfjord – Oslo

    Day 8

    Hotel in Oslo

    approx. 310 km

    Your journey now takes you across Norway towards Oslo. After the small towns and impressive natural landscapes of the fjord region, an exciting contrast awaits you in the Norwegian capital. Modern architecture, culture, and history meet the relaxed atmosphere of the Oslofjord here.

  • Day 9
    Oslo – Lillehammer

    Hotel in Lillehammer

    approx. 185 km

    From Oslo, you travel further north to Lillehammer. This city on the shores of Mjøsa, Norway's largest lake, became particularly famous for hosting the 1994 Winter Olympics. Enjoy the beautiful location and the city's typical Norwegian atmosphere.

    Oslo – Lillehammer

    Day 9

    Hotel in Lillehammer

    approx. 185 km

    From Oslo, you travel further north to Lillehammer. This city on the shores of Mjøsa, Norway's largest lake, became particularly famous for hosting the 1994 Winter Olympics. Enjoy the beautiful location and the city's typical Norwegian atmosphere.

  • Day 10
    Lillehammer – Røros

    Hotel in Røros

    approx. 240 km

    Today your journey continues to Røros. The historic mining town, with its traditional wooden houses and unique cityscape, exudes a very special charm.

    Lillehammer – Røros

    Day 10

    Hotel in Røros

    approx. 240 km

    Today your journey continues to Røros. The historic mining town, with its traditional wooden houses and unique cityscape, exudes a very special charm.

  • Day 11
    Røros – Trondheim

    Hotel in Trondheim

    approx. 155 km

    From Røros, the final leg of your tour takes you back to Trondheim. Today you have another chance to catch up on everything you missed at the beginning of your trip in Trondheim.

    Røros – Trondheim

    Day 11

    Hotel in Trondheim

    approx. 155 km

    From Røros, the final leg of your tour takes you back to Trondheim. Today you have another chance to catch up on everything you missed at the beginning of your trip in Trondheim.

  • Day 12
    Trondheim and return journey

    Depending on your departure time, you might have time for one last stroll through beautiful Trondheim. Individual onward journey home.

    Trondheim and return journey

    Day 12

    Depending on your departure time, you might have time for one last stroll through beautiful Trondheim. Individual onward journey home.

Price from

€1,790.00

Phone: +43 512 209071

Services

What's included

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

  • Domestic Norwegian ferry: Geiranger–Hellesylt

  • Entrance: Viking Village Gudvangen

  • 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

Balanced

This self-drive tour is ideal for those who enjoy driving themselves and exploring the countryside independently. Daily distances range from 110 to 310 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 01.06.–30.09.2027

€1,510.00

per person

Extra bed for child up to and including 12 years

per child, season 01.06.–30.09.2027

€845.00

per person

    Notes on the trip

    Notes

    For a comfortable journey, we recommend Lufthansa's direct flights from Frankfurt or Munich, which offer several flights a week to Trondheim. Itinerary changes are subject to availability. This trip is generally not suitable for people with reduced mobility. However, we are happy to explore individual options to accommodate your travel requests. Please contact us.