Northern Norway Explorer
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable multi-day tour through the heart of Norway, from the bustling streets of Oslo to the serene landscapes of the Lofoten Islands and the cultural hub of Tromso. This journey offers a perfect blend of urban exploration, historical insights, and natural beauty. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, scenic train rides, and thrilling excursions, all while immersing yourself in the rich culture and stunning vistas of Norway. Whether you're hiking to breathtaking peaks or savoring local delicacies, each day promises a new adventure. Join us for an experience that will leave you with lasting memories of Norway's charm and splendor.
Included
7 breakfasts, 1 lunch
All group trips are accompanied by one of our group leader or local representative. The aim of the group leader or local representative is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. Intrepid endeavours to provide the services of an experienced group leader or local representative however, due to the seasonality of travel, rare situations may arise where your group leader or local representative is new to a particular region or training other group leader or local representative.
Your group leader or local representative will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense, you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the places visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious, and social aspects. At Intrepid we aim to support local guides who have specialised knowledge of the regions we visit. If you are interested in delving deeper into the local culture at a specific site or location then your group leader or local representative can recommend a local guide service in most of the main destinations of your trip.
EUROPEAN LEADERS:
Intrepid trips in Europe are accompanied by one of our local European group leaders. ’Local’ in this context means a leader who is European or lives in Europe.
We also aim to support local guides in the individual cities or locations we travel to. If you are interested in delving deeper into the local culture at a specific site or location then your leader can recommend an optional local guide service in most of the main destinations of your trip.
The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline only and may change. On some occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our preferred accommodation. In these cases, we will use a similar standard of accommodation.
Throughout the trip, we request that our properties prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if we're arriving prior to normal check-in time. However, this isn't always possible which means we won't be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination or on some trips, have use of shared day rooms until all rooms are available.
Hotel (8 Nights)
hotel: 8 night(s);
TRANSPORT IN EUROPE:
Half the fun of travel is the travelling itself, that's why we like to travel the local way – whether that means mingling with commuters on a local train, watching the scenery roll by from the window of a long distance bus, arriving on a high speed train in the city centre of your next destination, or navigating each city's public transport system. In Europe, you are guaranteed to travel by genuine local public transport wherever possible, which puts you right in the centre of the action.
Train , Public bus , Ferry , Tram , E-bike
Trondheim - Bymarka forest walk & picnic lunch
Bodø - Leader-led orientation walk
Svolvær - Trollfjord Cruise & Sea Eagle Safari
Svolvær - Leader-led hike to Linken Peak
Tromsø - E-bike city tour
Destinations
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Oslo
- Oslo - Arrival day
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Welcome to Norway! Begin your adventure in the vibrant city of Oslo. We recommend arriving a few days early to fully immerse yourself in the city's charm. This evening, join your group for a taste of traditional Norwegian cuisine. Accommodation: Hotel (or similar).
Day 2 – Day 2: Oslo to Trondheim
- Trondheim
- Oslo
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Today, embark on a scenic train journey from Oslo to Trondheim. Known as Norway's first capital, Trondheim is a city rich in history and surrounded by natural beauty. In the evening, explore the local seafood restaurants with your group. Accommodation: Hotel (or similar).
Day 3 – Day 3: Exploring Trondheim
- Steinkjer
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- Trondheim art museum
- Pirbadet
- Nidaros Cathedral
- Archbishop's Palace, Trondheim
- Burmaklippen
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Discover the natural beauty of Bymarka, a vast nature reserve in Trondheim. Enjoy a leisurely walk around Lianvatnet Lake and a picnic lunch. In the afternoon, visit the awe-inspiring Nidaros Cathedral and explore museums like the Archbishop's Palace and Rockheim. Board an overnight train to Bodo. Accommodation: Overnight train.
Day 4 – Day 4: Bodo to Svolvaer
- Bodø
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Arrive in Bodo, a town rebuilt after WWII with a stunning backdrop of rugged mountains. Spend the morning exploring before taking an afternoon ferry to Svolvaer on the Lofoten Islands. Settle into your accommodation upon arrival. Accommodation: Hotel (or similar).
Day 5 – Day 5: Exploring the Lofoten Islands
Day 5: Exploring the Lofoten Islands
Experience the Lofoten Islands, renowned for their fishing villages and natural beauty. Take an exhilarating RIB boat trip to Trollfjord and Raftsundet Strait, where you may spot sea eagles. The afternoon is free for optional activities like sea kayaking or hiking. Accommodation: Hotel (or similar).
Day 6 – Day 6: Hiking in Svolvaer
- Trondheim
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- Festvågtinden
- Lofoten War Memorial Museum
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After breakfast, embark on a picturesque hike to Linken Peak for stunning views. For those seeking more adventure, continue to Tjeldbergtinden for a spectacular panorama. Alternatively, return to Svolvaer to relax and explore at your leisure. Accommodation: Hotel (or similar).
Day 7 – Day 7: Journey to Tromso
- Tromsø
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Depart the Lofoten Islands for a scenic journey to Tromso. Travel by bus to Harstad, where you can enjoy some free time. Continue by ferry through stunning fjords to Tromso, the cultural hub of northern Norway. Enjoy a free evening upon arrival. Accommodation: Hotel (or similar).
Day 8 – Day 8: Discovering Tromso
- Tromsø
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- The Polar Museum
- Folkeparken
- Prestvannet
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Explore Tromso on an e-bike tour, visiting local favorites like MS Polstjerna and Prestvannet Lake. Spend the afternoon at your leisure, perhaps visiting the Polar Museum or Tromso Museum. End the day with a visit to Olhallen, Tromso's oldest pub. Accommodation: Hotel (or similar).
Day 9 – Day 9: Farewell Tromso
- Tromsø - Departure day
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Your Norwegian adventure concludes today. There are no planned activities, but you can extend your stay in Tromso if you wish. We can assist with additional accommodation arrangements. Safe travels!
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