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Grand Tour of Norway

11-day Norwegian fjords tour from Oslo via coach, ferry, and Flam Railway

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Euroventure's Grand Tour of Norway is an 11-day escorted coach journey that departs from Oslo and ends in Hamar, covering the country's fjord coastline with stays in hand-picked three and four-star hotels. A tour leader accompanies the group throughout, arranging included activities and walking tours in each destination. Day 2 traces the scenic Norwegian Riviera past Arendal's historic Town Hall to Kristiansand; Day 6 features the renowned Flam Railway descent from Myrdal to Flam followed by a cruise across the Sognefjord and Naeroyfjord. The itinerary includes stops at Bergen's UNESCO-listed Bryggen waterfront, Loen Fjord near Norway's oldest farms and glaciers, and Lillehammer, the 1994 Winter Olympics host. The package comprises 10 breakfasts, 4 dinners, accommodation, included activity tours, and a private coach with air conditioning and free wifi. This tour suits first-time rail travellers, history enthusiasts, and couples who prefer guided group exploration with set itineraries and pre-arranged activities.

What to know before you look closer

  • Maximum group size is 50 passengers; group atmosphere will be larger than boutique tours
  • Rail travel is limited to the Flam Railway segment; most days rely on coach transport
  • Dinner is included on only 4 of 10 nights; other meals are at your own cost

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Oslo

    Oslo (1 night)

    Settle into your hotel and explore Oslo's fjords, mountains and waterfalls, meeting your tour director and travel companions.

  2. Day 2overnight: Kristiansand

    Kristiansand (1 night)

    Travel the scenic Norwegian Riviera through Arendal's historic Town Hall, then explore Kristiansand's fiskebrygga fish market and the coastal villages of Flekkefjord and Farsund.

  3. Day 3overnight: Stavanger

    Stavanger (1 night)

    Stroll Stavanger's Old Town to see a 12th-century cathedral. Travel via Haugesund and board the ferry across Hardangerfjord toward Bergen.

  4. Day 4overnight: Bergen

    Bergen (2 nights)

    Explore Bergen at leisure, including Bryggen's UNESCO World Heritage 14th-century Hanseatic buildings, with an optional guided tour of the port city.

  5. Day 6railovernight: Sognefjord Area

    Sognefjord Area (1 night)

    Ride the Bergen railway and the renowned Flam train from Myrdal to Flam, then cruise the Sognefjord and Naeroyfjord.

  6. Day 7overnight: Loen Fjord

    Loen Fjord (2 nights)

    Discover the Nordfjorden region and Loen Fjord, gateway to some of Norway's oldest farms and most spectacular glaciers, with an optional Geiranger Fjord cruise excursion.

  7. Day 9overnight: Lillehammer

    Lillehammer (1 night)

    Visit Lom's 800-year-old wooden stave church, then Lillehammer, host of the 1994 Winter Olympics, before Hamar's open-air Ethnological Museum and its 950-year-old cathedral ruins.

  8. Day 10overnight: Oslo

    Oslo (1 night)

    Return to Oslo to see Akershus Castle, the National Theater, the Royal Palace, and Frogner Park's Vigeland sculptures before the tour concludes over breakfast.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2Day 2: Travel the scenic Norwegian Riviera through Arendal's historic Town Hall to Kristiansand's fiskebrygga fish market
  • Day 3Day 3: Stroll Stavanger's Old Town past a 12th-century cathedral and board a ferry across Hardangerfjord
  • Day 6Day 6: Ride the Flam train from Myrdal to Flam, then cruise the Sognefjord and Naeroyfjord
  • Day 7Day 7: Explore Loen Fjord, gateway to Norway's oldest farms and glaciers, with an optional Geiranger Fjord cruise

Included

  • Private luxury coach with air conditioning and free wifi
  • Accommodation in hand picked hotels
  • Included activity or walking tour in each destination
  • 10 breakfasts, 4 dinners
  • Peace of mind with alternative travel included if there is a strike or similar disruption
  • A Tour Leader to travel with you and coordinate your trip throughout

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. The package includes the Flam Railway from Myrdal to Flam and the Bergen railway; most transport is by private luxury coach.
Is this an escorted tour?
Yes. A tour leader travels with you throughout the 11 days and coordinates all activities.
Which hotels are included?
Scandic Sjolyst in Oslo, Scandic Sorlandet in Kristiansand, Scandic Stavanger City in Stavanger, Thon Hotel Orion in Bergen (2 nights), Lindstroem Hotel in Sognefjord Area, Loenfjord in Loen (2 nights), and Scandic Victoria Lillehammer in Lillehammer.
How many meals are included?
10 breakfasts and 4 dinners are included. Lunch and other dinners are your own expense.
What is the walking level?
Each destination includes an included walking tour or activity. Expect city strolls, harbour walks, and visits to historic sites; no major hiking.
When does the tour run?
Four departures are scheduled in July and August 2026.

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