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Scandinavia - Self-drive tour: Gentle Sweden and spectacular Norway
Scandinavia - Self-drive tour: Gentle Sweden and spectacular Norway
Duration
19 days
Start/End
Oslo
Tour type
Individual
Level
Easy
Accommodation
Hotel
Overview
This self-drive tour combines picture-book Sweden with Norway's glittering fjords and mountain ranges. From Oslo you drive via Geilo and Flåm, with a boat trip on the Nærøyfjord, to Loen, Ålesund and Trondheim, then through Sweden to the High Coast, Stockholm and back via Karlstad.
Sweden is relaxed and gentle, Norway spectacular and rugged! This trip combines picture-perfect Sweden with glittering fjords and deep mountain ranges in Norway. Highlights such as the capital cities of Stockholm and Oslo are on the itinerary, as well as the famous Geirangerfjord, a boat trip on the Nærøyfjord, and a visit to the Swedish coastal region of Höga Kusten.
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Day 1
Arrival in Oslo
Hotel in Oslo
Individual arrival in Oslo. Depending on your arrival time, you will have some time to explore the Norwegian capital. 2 nights in Oslo. 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 (Oslo or Stockholm). 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
Day 1
Hotel in Oslo
Individual arrival in Oslo. Depending on your arrival time, you will have some time to explore the Norwegian capital. 2 nights in Oslo. 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 (Oslo or Stockholm). 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
Oslo
Hotel in Oslo
Oslo is ideal for a day trip. Many famous sights, such as the Royal Palace and the Opera House, are within easy walking distance of each other. The Munch Museum is another worthwhile destination. Located right on the waterfront, a visit can easily be combined with a stroll through the nearby Aker Brygge district.
Oslo
Day 2
Hotel in Oslo
Oslo is ideal for a day trip. Many famous sights, such as the Royal Palace and the Opera House, are within easy walking distance of each other. The Munch Museum is another worthwhile destination. Located right on the waterfront, a visit can easily be combined with a stroll through the nearby Aker Brygge district.
Day 3
Oslo – Geilo
Hotel in Geilo
approx. 225 km
On your way to Geilo, you can visit the Hadeland Glassworks. The Flå Wildlife Park is also worth a visit. A worthwhile detour takes you through Hardangervidda National Park, the largest in Norway.
Oslo – Geilo
Day 3
Hotel in Geilo
approx. 225 km
On your way to Geilo, you can visit the Hadeland Glassworks. The Flå Wildlife Park is also worth a visit. A worthwhile detour takes you through Hardangervidda National Park, the largest in Norway.
Day 4
Geilo – Flåm
Hotel in Flåm
approx. 115 km
Today's short leg to Flåm takes you past the Stegastein viewpoint – a stop you shouldn't miss. This afternoon, a boat trip through the Nærøyfjord is booked for you. Experience rugged mountains and sparkling water from a different perspective.
Geilo – Flåm
Day 4
Hotel in Flåm
approx. 115 km
Today's short leg to Flåm takes you past the Stegastein viewpoint – a stop you shouldn't miss. This afternoon, a boat trip through the Nærøyfjord is booked for you. Experience rugged mountains and sparkling water from a different perspective.
Day 5
Flåm – Loen
Hotel in Loen
approx. 200 km
Right at the start, a detour to Borgund is recommended to see the stave church there. Afterwards, drive the route over the Aurlandsfjell mountain pass and plan a drive along the Tindevegen road. This beautiful private mountain pass (toll road) between Øvre Årdal and Turtagrø offers magnificent views of the mountain landscapes and the imposing peaks of Jotunheimen.
Flåm – Loen
Day 5
Hotel in Loen
approx. 200 km
Right at the start, a detour to Borgund is recommended to see the stave church there. Afterwards, drive the route over the Aurlandsfjell mountain pass and plan a drive along the Tindevegen road. This beautiful private mountain pass (toll road) between Øvre Årdal and Turtagrø offers magnificent views of the mountain landscapes and the imposing peaks of Jotunheimen.
Day 6
Loen – Ålesund
Hotel in Ålesund
approx. 195 km
The first leg of your journey takes you to Geiranger. A fantastic experience is the boat trip through the narrow and world-famous Geirangerfjord. The panorama of waterfalls and remote farms clinging to the steep slopes is sure to stay with you long after you leave. Your destination for the day, Ålesund, has a rich history. After a fire in 1904, the city was completely rebuilt in the Art Nouveau style – a unique feature in Norway to this day.
Loen – Ålesund
Day 6
Hotel in Ålesund
approx. 195 km
The first leg of your journey takes you to Geiranger. A fantastic experience is the boat trip through the narrow and world-famous Geirangerfjord. The panorama of waterfalls and remote farms clinging to the steep slopes is sure to stay with you long after you leave. Your destination for the day, Ålesund, has a rich history. After a fire in 1904, the city was completely rebuilt in the Art Nouveau style – a unique feature in Norway to this day.
Day 7
Ålesund
Hotel in Ålesund
Use your rest day for sightseeing in Ålesund. A side trip to Molde is worthwhile, with its cathedral and Romsdal Museum. The city is known as the Rose City because roses still grow here despite its northerly location, thanks to the relatively mild climate. Beautiful viewpoints nearby include the 407-meter-high Varden and Tusten. You can reach the summit of this almost 700-meter-high mountain after a 3-hour climb.
Ålesund
Day 7
Hotel in Ålesund
Use your rest day for sightseeing in Ålesund. A side trip to Molde is worthwhile, with its cathedral and Romsdal Museum. The city is known as the Rose City because roses still grow here despite its northerly location, thanks to the relatively mild climate. Beautiful viewpoints nearby include the 407-meter-high Varden and Tusten. You can reach the summit of this almost 700-meter-high mountain after a 3-hour climb.
Day 8
Ålesund – Trondheim
Hotel in Trondheim
approx. 295 km
A dream route takes you today along the Atlantic Road from Bud to Kristiansund. The road is a testament to the highest level of engineering. Your destination for the day is Trondheim.
Ålesund – Trondheim
Day 8
Hotel in Trondheim
approx. 295 km
A dream route takes you today along the Atlantic Road from Bud to Kristiansund. The road is a testament to the highest level of engineering. Your destination for the day is Trondheim.
Day 9
Trondheim
Hotel in Trondheim
Trondheim was once the capital of Norway. Here you will find not only the largest and most important cathedral in the country, but also a lively city center with large and small wooden houses from bygone eras.
Trondheim
Day 9
Hotel in Trondheim
Trondheim was once the capital of Norway. Here you will find not only the largest and most important cathedral in the country, but also a lively city center with large and small wooden houses from bygone eras.
Day 10
Trondheim – Östersund
Hotel in Östersund
approx. 265 km
Today we return to Sweden. Östersund, known for its many biathlon competitions, lies on Lake Storsjön, Sweden's fifth largest lake. The city center is located on the island of Frösön and offers the opportunity to visit the Jamtli open-air museum or the Frösön church with its distinctive wooden bell tower.
Trondheim – Östersund
Day 10
Hotel in Östersund
approx. 265 km
Today we return to Sweden. Östersund, known for its many biathlon competitions, lies on Lake Storsjön, Sweden's fifth largest lake. The city center is located on the island of Frösön and offers the opportunity to visit the Jamtli open-air museum or the Frösön church with its distinctive wooden bell tower.
Day 11
Östersund – Sundsvall
Hotel in Sundsvall
approx. 190 km
You leave the Swedish interior and travel to Sundsvall on the Gulf of Bothnia, one of Sweden's most beautiful cities. Besides the city center, the open-air museum is well worth a visit.
Östersund – Sundsvall
Day 11
Hotel in Sundsvall
approx. 190 km
You leave the Swedish interior and travel to Sundsvall on the Gulf of Bothnia, one of Sweden's most beautiful cities. Besides the city center, the open-air museum is well worth a visit.
Day 12
Sundsvall
Hotel in Sundsvall
Our tip for today is a trip towards Härnösand. The region is known as the High Coast (Höga Kusten), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A boat trip through the archipelago to the High Coast Bridge is highly recommended.
Sundsvall
Day 12
Hotel in Sundsvall
Our tip for today is a trip towards Härnösand. The region is known as the High Coast (Höga Kusten), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A boat trip through the archipelago to the High Coast Bridge is highly recommended.
Day 13
Sundsvall – Gävle
Hotel in Gävle
approx. 210 km
To get to Gävle, take the Kustvägen. This coastal road leads you through small fishing villages by the sea, along fine sandy beaches and through abundant nature – experience picture-perfect Sweden up close.
Sundsvall – Gävle
Day 13
Hotel in Gävle
approx. 210 km
To get to Gävle, take the Kustvägen. This coastal road leads you through small fishing villages by the sea, along fine sandy beaches and through abundant nature – experience picture-perfect Sweden up close.
Day 14
Gävle – Stockholm
Hotel in Stockholm
approx. 140 km
Continue your journey to Stockholm. Sweden's capital is surrounded by water. The metropolis lies on both Lake Mälaren and the Baltic Sea. Its architectural and cultural diversity delights every visitor to Stockholm.
Gävle – Stockholm
Day 14
Hotel in Stockholm
approx. 140 km
Continue your journey to Stockholm. Sweden's capital is surrounded by water. The metropolis lies on both Lake Mälaren and the Baltic Sea. Its architectural and cultural diversity delights every visitor to Stockholm.
Day 15
Stockholm
Hotel in Stockholm
Today we recommend a boat trip through the Stockholm archipelago. But the city itself also has a lot to offer. Depending on the weather, a visit to one of the many museums is a great option. Our favorites include the ABBA Museum and the Vasa Museum. The Royal Palace is also worth seeing.
Stockholm
Day 15
Hotel in Stockholm
Today we recommend a boat trip through the Stockholm archipelago. But the city itself also has a lot to offer. Depending on the weather, a visit to one of the many museums is a great option. Our favorites include the ABBA Museum and the Vasa Museum. The Royal Palace is also worth seeing.
Day 16
Stockholm – Örebro
Hotel in Örebro
approx. 200 km
Today's leg of your journey takes you past the impressive Gripsholm Castle on Lake Mälaren. A stop there is worthwhile, as is a relaxing stroll along the shore. Your destination for the day is Örebro, a charming town with an imposing castle, a vibrant city center, a beautiful city park, and a diverse open-air museum.
Stockholm – Örebro
Day 16
Hotel in Örebro
approx. 200 km
Today's leg of your journey takes you past the impressive Gripsholm Castle on Lake Mälaren. A stop there is worthwhile, as is a relaxing stroll along the shore. Your destination for the day is Örebro, a charming town with an imposing castle, a vibrant city center, a beautiful city park, and a diverse open-air museum.
Day 17
Örebro – Karlstad
Hotel in Karlstad
approx. 110 km
You travel along the picturesque Vänern, Sweden's largest lake, until you reach Karlstad, located directly on the shores of Lake Vänern.
Örebro – Karlstad
Day 17
Hotel in Karlstad
approx. 110 km
You travel along the picturesque Vänern, Sweden's largest lake, until you reach Karlstad, located directly on the shores of Lake Vänern.
Day 18
Karlstad
Hotel in Karlstad
We recommend a trip to the nearby Glaskogen Nature Reserve. Enjoy the unique nature and tranquility of Sweden.
Karlstad
Day 18
Hotel in Karlstad
We recommend a trip to the nearby Glaskogen Nature Reserve. Enjoy the unique nature and tranquility of Sweden.
Day 19
Karlstad – Oslo and return journey
approx. 220 km
The final leg takes you back to Oslo. Individual onward journey home.
Karlstad – Oslo and return journey
Day 19
approx. 220 km
The final leg takes you back to Oslo. Individual onward journey home.
Price from
€2,140.00
Services
What's included
18 nights in good mid-range hotels including breakfast in a double room with shower/toilet
Approximately a 4-hour boat trip on the Nærøyfjord from/to Flåm
Inner Norwegian ferry: Geiranger - Hellesylt
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 110 to 295 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
€1,990.00
per person
Extra bed for child up to and including 12 years
per child, season 01.06.–30.09.2027
€810.00
per person
Notes on the trip
Route
approx. 2,370 km from/to Oslo
Notes
We recommend traveling with Color Line from/to Kiel. Alternatively, the trip can depart from/to Stockholm. Itinerary changes are subject to change. Generally, this trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. However, we are happy to check if we can accommodate your travel requests in individual cases. Please contact us.
