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Norway Rail Holidays & Escorted Tours

Escorted Norway rail journey from Oslo to Kiruna via fjords and Arctic trains

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Great Rail Journeys has operated escorted tours to Scandinavia since 1975, combining Norway's railways with fjord cruises and guided city exploration. This multi-week itinerary travels from Oslo through the dramatic Norwegian landscape to Kiruna in Swedish Lapland, passing through historic Trondheim, the Lofoten Islands, and major cities including Bergen, Stockholm, and Copenhagen. Travellers ride six celebrated railways: the Bergen Railway through snow-covered mountains, the cherished Flåm Railway descending to Aurlandsfjord, and the Nordland Railway crossing the Arctic Circle to Bodø. The route includes fjord cruises, visits to colourful fishing villages, and guided city tours. Depending on season, you may witness the Midnight Sun in summer or seek the Northern Lights in winter. The tour is fully escorted with groups limited to 40 people, suiting travellers who prefer structured exploration with a guide rather than independent navigation. Whether you travel in spring, summer, autumn, or winter, the operator offers departures year-round to capture Norway's distinct seasonal character.

What to know before you look closer

  • The operator publishes no day-by-day itinerary for this package; confirm the exact route, accommodation, and meal inclusions before booking.
  • Great Rail Journeys offers multiple Norway itineraries under this name; verify which specific routing and duration match your booking confirmation.

Questions travellers ask

Which trains does Great Rail Journeys include?
The Bergen Railway (Oslo to Bergen), Flåm Railway (mountain plateau to Aurlandsfjord), Dovre Railway (Oslo to Trondheim), Nordland Railway (Trondheim to Bodø across the Arctic Circle), Rauma Railway, and Ofoten Railway (Narvik to Kiruna in Swedish Lapland).
Is this an escorted tour?
Yes, Great Rail Journeys operates this as an escorted tour with guided city tours in Oslo, Bergen, Trondheim, Stockholm, and Copenhagen. Maximum group size is 40 people.
When does it run?
Great Rail Journeys operates 15 departures yearly across all seasons: January through October and December, with winter dates for Northern Lights viewing and summer dates for the Midnight Sun.
What is included in the price?
The package includes rail travel on six named railways, fjord cruises, guided city tours, and visits to Lofoten Islands. From 2,099 GBP, but hotels, some meals, and optional activities like husky sleigh rides are not detailed in the published description.
Can I see the Northern Lights or Midnight Sun?
Yes. Winter departures (December to March) offer Northern Lights viewing in the Lofoten Islands and Arctic regions. Summer departures (June to August) feature the Midnight Sun above the Arctic Circle.

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