Classic Norway Summer Explorer

Classic Norway Summer Explorer

Classic Norway Summer Explorer

Classic Norway Summer Explorer

Celebrate the Midnight Sun in this Curated Norwegian Summer Itinerary

Days: 10 | From: $12,855/per person

  • Enjoy accommodations at best-in-class boutique hotels.
  • Curated tours with outstanding private guides: you’ll have an instant local friend with insider access.
  • Experience Norway's famous art scene, world-class landscapes, fine food, and Scandinavian culture

See Norway’s best summery sights on this curated itinerary that takes you from the capital of Oslo, to the fjords of Aurland, to the colorful village of Bergen, and ends in eclectic Alesund.

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At a Glance

  • Oslo
    2 nights: enjoy fine Norwegian arts and culture
  • Aurland
    3 nights: hike, bike, and kayak around Norway's iconic fjords
  • Bergen
    2 nights: tasting menus and city tours
  • Alesund
    2 nights: art nouveau and ocean safaris

All itineraries are fully customizable. We will send you a personalized variation that reflects your interests and travel dates at no extra cost. Call to discuss your travel plans with one of our Specialists who know this region firsthand.

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Sample itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Norway

View of Oslo between city and typical nordic cottage

Arrive in Oslo, where your private guide will be waiting to greet you and bring you to your boutique hotel for the next two nights. Located in the heart of Oslo’s city center, your upscale hotel will be the ideal jumping off point for exploring the city. After settling in, unwind from your journey with a private visit to Oslo’s floating sauna. The floating sauna is a cozy, wooden structure built on a pontoon that gently bobs on the water, featuring panoramic views of the surrounding fjord and skyline. As you warm up from the heat and steam, enjoy cooling plunges into the fjord’s refreshing waters, or take a relaxing dip in a hot tub located nearby.

Later in the evening, set out for dinner on a boat in Oslo’s fjord. Cruise past islands and forested mountains as you dine on a buffet celebrating Nordic cuisine.

Accommodations: Amerikalinjen , 2 nights

This stylish boutique hotel in Oslo resides in the historic headquarters of the Norwegian America Line. Expect Art Deco-inspired design with nautical touches, a vibrant atmosphere with a jazz club and cocktail bar, and a fantastic location near Oslo Central Station.

*Includes: Breakfast

Day 2: Explore and Tour Oslo

Boats and ferries in Aker Brygge, Oslo Norway

After a leisurely breakfast your hotel, set out on private guided tour of Oslo. The tour begins at the Nobel Peace Center, where you’ll have a pristine view of the Oslo Fjord and the Akershus Fortress looming in the distance. Your guide will reveal some of the greatest Norwegian playwrights at The National Theatre, then guide you to the Oslo City Hall, the Royal Palace, and the main pedestrian shopping street, Karl Johans gate. Hop on a tram to head to the Frogner neighborhood and Vigeland Sculpture Park, the largest sculpture park in the world. The park is jaw-dropping, and after the tour concludes, you can opt to spend more time in the park, or request to visit another area of the city.

The afternoon and evening are at your leisure.

Accommodations: Amerikalinjen , 2 nights

*Includes: Breakfast

Day 3: Train to Flåm and Aurland with Waterfall Hike

Div. FlŒm, Sogn og Fjordane.

After breakfast, board a train and enjoy a seven hour scenic journey north to the picturesque village of Flåm. Upon arrival, enjoy time to wander this quaint town and have lunch before taking a private transfer to nearby Aurland, your home for the next three nights. Aurland is a quaint village surrounded by mountains and scenic forests.

After settling into your hotel, stretch your legs with a guided hike to Turlid waterfall. This cascading, impressive waterfall takes about two hours of fairly easy walking through forests and meadows with mountain views.

Dinner is a 3-course meal at your boutique hotel.

Accommodations: 29/2 Aurland , 3 nights

29/2 Aurland is a historic hotel on a restored farm with roots dating back to the 18th century. It features eight unique rooms across three buildings: "Fiskerhuset" (the Fisherman's Cabin), "Geitefjøsen" (the Goat Barn), and "Bestemorhuset" (the Grandmother's House). Enjoy dinner in the new "ETE" restaurant and relax in the "Eldhuset" lounge (the Smokehouse). The hotel also offers a spa with a wood-burning sauna and hot tub, and guests can explore the gardens, orchard, and horse pasture. A really unique boutique hotel in the heart of the fjords.

*Includes: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4: Sail Through Norway’s Iconic Fjords

Majestic naeroyfjord from above in western Norway, Scandinavia

Today’s the day to get up close and personal with Norway’s legendary fjords. From Aurland, you’ll board a ferry and sail to the Aurlandsfjord, past the Undredal village. At the beginning of the Nærøyfjord, you’ll disembark at Styvi and go on a stunning hike on the old postal route towards “Bakka.” Here, you’ll stop to have lunch against a backdrop of stunning scenery. In Bakka, you’ll be picked up in a private boat and shuttled across the fjord towards Aurland.

In the evening, enjoy dinner at the hotel.

Accommodations: 29/2 Aurland , 3 nights

*Includes: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5: Biking and Kayaking Adventures

kayaking in Norway fjord

Today’s another vibrant Norwegian summer day full of opportunities for outdoor adventures. From your hotel, you’ll cycle through nearby villages, taking in the quaint countryside. In Aurland, hop into a kayak and set out for another few hours to explore the staggering surrounding fjords. Enjoy a beach picnic lunch before returning to the hotel, with another 3-course dinner in the evening.

Accommodations: 29/2 Aurland , 3 nights

*Includes: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6: Ferry to Bergen

Bergen, Norway. View of historical buildings in Bryggen- Hanseatic wharf in Bergen, Norway. UNESCO World Heritage Site

Enjoy your last morning in Aurland at your leisure, opting for a stroll through the village, an ambling hike, or just unwinding at the hotel. In the afternoon, you’ll board a ferry to sail towards Bergen, enjoying spectacular views along the way.

Located at the foot of Norway’s deepest fjord, Bergen is known for its incredible scenery and colorful wooden houses lining its charming wharf. Settle into your historic, luxury hotel and have dinner in its esteemed onsite restaurant.

Accommodations: Opus XVI , 2 nights

Located in the heart of Bergen, this luxurious hotel boasts an elegant and historic atmosphere. With individually designed rooms featuring antique furnishings and rich fabrics, Opus XVI provides a sophisticated and intimate experience. Expect top-notch service and a refined ambiance.

*Includes: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7: Explore and Taste Bergen

Restaurant at Bryggen in the city of Bergen, Norway

Today is a full day to explore the iconic city of Bergen. Your day begins with a 3-hour privately guided tour of the city, including highlights such as UNESCO Bryggen, Rosenkrantz tower, Haakonshallen, Bergenhus fortress, Bergen fish market, Johannes and St. Mary’s churches, and ending with a funicular ride to the top of Mount Floien. With your guide, walk further along the paths from Floien and into the mountains behind, where you can enjoy panoramic views and refreshments from a café before taking the funicular back to the city.

In the afternoon, choose to visit Bergen’s shopping streets, wander along its waterfront, or simply unwind at the hotel before having dinner at Cornelius Restaurant, one of Bergen’s top-rated restaurants. Enjoy a 5-course menu featuring some of Norway’s best seafood dishes.

Accommodations: Opus XVI , 2 nights

*Includes: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8: Fly to Alesund, Where the Mountains Meet the Ocean

Alesund is a city in the Norwegian fjords.

After breakfast, head to the airport to catch a quick flight north to Alesund. This city, known for its distinct art nouveau architecture, is located on a cluster of scenic islands where the fjords spill into the ocean. Upon arrival and check-in at your hotel, get your first taste of this eclectic city on a private afternoon walking tour. Learn about Alesund’s history, including its rebuild after a fire in 1904, as you take in its art nouveau architecture, culture, beautiful shops, and local art. Walk through charming Kongensgate, Løvenvoldgata and Moloveien before you take the 418 steps from the town park up to the stunning viewpoint Fjellstua.

Enjoy dinner at one of Alesund’s restaurants, and the rest of the evening at your leisure.

Accommodations: Hotel Brosundet , 2 nights

This unique hotel in Ålesund occupies a converted wharf building, offering a blend of historical charm and contemporary design. Many rooms feature harbor views, and its renowned restaurant focuses on fresh, local seafood.

*Includes: Breakfast

Day 9: Norwegian Safari, Whale Watching, and Coastal Scenery

Killer whale iin the Norwegian Fjords Orcinus orca

Set out on a private safari Norway-style to look for puffins, seals, whales, and more. From a high-speed RIB boat, explore the chain of islands surrounding Alesund. This area is unique as it offers a wonderful variety of marine wildlife and natural landscapes.

Back on land, take advantage of your final afternoon in Norway before dinner at a local restaurant.

Accommodations: Hotel Brosundet , 2 nights

*Includes: Breakfast

Day 10: Depart Norway

Say goodbye to Norway and board your flight departing Alesund.

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