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Relaxed 13-Day Norway Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Oslo to Drammen and Larvik

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Set out on this 13-day relaxed road trip in Norway, where Oslo, Sandvika, Jevnaker, Drammen, Larvik, Skien, Heddal, Sandefjord, Tønsberg, and Horten offer rich culture, beautiful views, and memorable experiences at every stop!

Travel freely with this relaxed self-drive package in Norway, designed for comfort and exploration. Spend 5 nights in Oslo, 4 nights in Drammen, and 3 nights in Larvik, staying at top-rated hotels near the heart of each city. Between drives, indulge in local cuisine, sip refreshing drinks, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at popular restaurants and bars along your road trip route in Norway.

Your journey starts in Oslo, where your rental car with CDW insurance will be ready for pickup. Choose a vehicle that suits your style, then set off on your 13-day relaxed road trip in Norway to explore its rich culture, fascinating history, and stunning landscapes.

Every stop on this leisurely self-drive holiday comes with handpicked accommodations that make relaxation effortless. Choose from elegant 5-star hotels with breathtaking views or comfortable 3-star stays that offer excellent value, all providing a welcoming retreat after a day on the road.

With your self-drive itinerary in Norway already planned, you’ll enjoy the country’s most celebrated sights without the rush. Marvel at the stunning Oslo Opera House and soak in the atmosphere of the magnificent Frognerparken.

Enjoy each stop as you explore the history, architecture, and character of each destination on this Norway road trip itinerary for 13 days.

As you travel between destinations, you’ll have plenty of time to explore local markets and boutique shops. These stops give you the chance to find unique souvenirs, taste regional specialties, and experience everyday life in Norway.

If you want to make your 13-day relaxed self-drive tour in Norway even more memorable, add optional tours or activities. Join a guided excursion, discover hidden neighborhoods, or spend an afternoon in your favorite market. Each choice deepens your connection to the places you visit.

Alongside these experiences, your laid-back self-drive package in Norway includes 12 nights in comfortable hotels, a rental car for 13 days, and convenient access to nearby dining options. You can also add flights and entry tickets to shape the trip exactly how you want it. With 24/7 travel support and a mobile app keeping your itinerary and documents organized, you can enjoy a relaxed drive and savor every mile of the road ahead.

Turn your travel plans into reality. Book your 13-day relaxed self-drive road trip in Norway today and enjoy a journey filled with discovery, freedom, and unforgettable moments!

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Day 1

Oslo - Arrival day
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Karl Johans gate
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Your relaxed road trip through Norway starts when you reach the incredible city of Oslo, where you'll stay for 4 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Oslo and begin your adventure in Norway.

Oslo is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

Find your way to your hotel in Oslo. We recommend choosing a hotel in a central location for easy exploring. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM at hotels in Norway. Settle in and make plans for the evening.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Oslo, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Oslo’s best bars to celebrate this day of your slow-paced adventure in Norway.

Raise a toast as you look back on the highlights of today’s relaxed road trip in Norway. Enjoy your first taste of Oslo as you soak in the city’s unique vibe.

Day 2

Oslo
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Drive 21 km, 1 hour

Fram
The Vigeland Park
Frognerparken
The Botanical Garden
Grünerløkka
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Norway makes the perfect setting for a calming but fun road trip experience. Aside from amazing sights, Norway also offers plenty of tours to enhance your relaxed road trip experience.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, Oslo has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the city.

Experience the amazing nightlife in Oslo and unwind at the coolest bars in the city.

Grab a drink and enjoy every passing minute of this night of your relaxed road trip experience in Norway!

Day 3

Oslo
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Drive 9 km, 45 min

The Royal Palace
The National Museum
Oslo Opera House
Munch Museum Tøyen
Aker Brygge
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Set aside time today to explore Aker Brygge, a standout neighborhood that reflects the essence of the city. While you're there, you'll also be within reach of some of the city's top landmarks, making it easy to maximize your day.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across Norway by joining a traveler-approved tour in Oslo. There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Oslo that will make your slow-paced self-drive tour in Norway more memorable.

After a laid-back day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely and peaceful dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Oslo’s best bars to celebrate this day of your slow-paced adventure in Norway.

Raise your glass and toast to another unforgettable, laid-back road trip adventure in Norway!

Day 4

Oslo
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Drive 25 km, 1 hour 3 min

Holmenkollbakken
Holmenkollen Ski Museum
Norwegian Museum of Cultural History
Viking Ship Museum
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Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Norway. Check out all of the tours you can join this day of your leisurely self-drive holiday in Norway and ensure the experience of a lifetime.

Bring home unique finds from Oslo's bustling shopping hub, Grünerløkka. Enjoy a leisurely exploration of unique boutiques and stores where locals shop. Don’t forget to browse souvenirs and local specialties that make perfect gifts for your loved ones. Beyond shopping, Grünerløkka offers plenty of options, including primary services, unique landmarks, and community events.

When it’s time to eat, the city has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around Oslo, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

Free your mind of worries as you enjoy the taste of freedom on your laid-back road trip adventure across Norway.

Day 5

Oslo
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Drive 139 km, 2 hours 29 min

Henie-Onstad Art Centre
Kistefos Museum and Sculpture Park
Hadeland Glassverk
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Day 5 of your relaxed road trip across Norway offers a day of exciting discoveries. You’ll end your day in Drammen, where you’ll stay for 4 nights.

After a day of exploration, relax at one of the top hotels or accommodations in Drammen. Staying in the city gives you a comfortable, welcoming place to recharge during your laid-back road trip in Norway.

Before calling it a day, visit one of the best bars in Drammen. There, you can look back on the highlights of today’s pleasant and invigorating travel experiences, have friendly conversations with locals, and unwind.

Soak in the unique atmosphere of Drammen as you commemorate this day of your relaxed road trip with a toast. Cheers to a memorable, leisurely self-drive holiday in Norway!

Day 6

Drammen
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Drive 5 km, 26 min

Torgeir Vrass Plass
Drammen Museum
Drammen Spiral
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Another way to make your easygoing and relaxed road trip in Norway more special is by joining unique tours and activities.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of Norway. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Drammen, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

A visit to a top-rated local bar is one of the most refreshing ways to cap off a beautiful night in Drammen.

Raise your glass to celebrate another day of your laid-back and relaxed road trip experience in Norway!

Day 7

Drammen
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Drive 1 km, 25 min

Drammen park og Tuftepark
Ypsilon Bridge
Union Brygge
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Norway makes the perfect setting for a calming but fun road trip experience. Aside from amazing sights, Norway also offers plenty of tours to enhance your relaxed road trip experience.

When you’re not driving and exploring some of the best places in Norway, it’s time to make your relaxed road trip even more comforting. Sit down for a lovely meal at one of the best restaurants in Drammen.

Grab a drink and enjoy every passing minute of this night of your relaxed road trip experience in Norway!

Day 8

Drammen
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Drive 2 km, 40 min

Promenaden Øvre Strandgate
Drammenselva
Plac Bragernes Torg
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Exploring the food culture in Drammen offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a night, head back out to celebrate your vacation with a drink. This is a great time to slow down, look back at your day, and raise a toast to your wonderful holiday in Norway.

Grab yourself a drink and savor every moment of your relaxed road trip experience in Norway!

Day 9

Drammen
Larvik
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Drive 117 km, 1 hour 56 min

Foldvik Family Park
Minnehallen
Fredriksvern
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Day 9 of your easy, relaxed road trip through Norway lets you travel at your own pace and visit multiple places in a single day. By evening, drive toward the Larvik, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 3 nights.

When you’re not exploring beautiful places, you can relax in Larvik. Here, you can choose from the best hotels and other accommodations as you get to know more about the culture in the city.

A visit to a top-rated local bar is one of the most refreshing ways to cap off a beautiful night in Larvik.

Toast to another amazing day in Norway!

Day 10

Larvik
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Drive 198 km, 3 hours 38 min

The Telemark Canal
Brekkeparken
Heddal stave church
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On day 10 of your relaxed road trip across Norway, you’ll explore the area around Larvik, where you’ll be staying for another 2 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Larvik will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of Norway.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Larvik.

When it’s time to eat, the city has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around Larvik, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

Look back at an amazing day filled with adventure in Norway. And don’t forget to get some rest so you can continue your relaxed holiday in Norway tomorrow with new energy.

Day 11

Larvik
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Drive 89 km, 1 hour 31 min

Sandefjord Museum
Slottsfjellsmuseet
Slottsfjellet
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On day 11 of your relaxed road trip in Norway, you’ll start your self-paced adventure in Larvik and visit amazing attractions in Sandefjord and Tønsberg, just outside the city. You still have 1 night left in Larvik, so today is another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in the area.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Larvik and your accommodation.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of Norway. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Larvik, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

Experience the amazing nightlife in Larvik and unwind at the coolest bars in the city.

Toast to another amazing day in Norway!

Day 12

Larvik
Oslo
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Drive 150 km, 2 hours 11 min

Midgard Viking Centre
Tivolistranda
Royal Norwegian Navy Museum
Karljohansvern
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Day 12 of your leisurely self-drive tour in Norway offers another chance for an in-depth travel experience. You’ll stay in Oslo for 1 night.

You'll be staying in Oslo on this laid-back road trip through Norway. You'll stay here for 1 night.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of Norway. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Oslo, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

Grab a drink and enjoy every passing minute of this night of your relaxed road trip experience in Norway!

Day 13

Oslo - Departure day
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Akershus Fortress
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Day 13 of your relaxed road trip in Norway is your departure day. If you’re flying home, return your rental car with time to spare.

When you need a break, visit a cafe and relax with a cup of coffee or tea.

Over a good meal, take a moment to unwind and reflect on the past 13 days of your relaxed road trip.

The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 13-day relaxed road trip in Norway is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.

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Confirm your package instantly and lock in the best rate with secure payment and guaranteed availability.

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.

Personalize your itinerary

Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.

Easily make changes

Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.

Enjoy seamless planning

With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.

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From scenic road trips to city-hopping adventures, we’re here 24/7 to support you across Europe—before, during, and after your trip.

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