5-Day Norway Road Trip from Oslo to Lillehammer

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Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
5 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 5-day road trip through Norway.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Norway. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 3 nights in Oslo and 1 night in Lillehammer, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Norway. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Oslo and Lillehammer. We'll help you experience the best 5 days in Norway you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Oslo, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Norway, including the stunning Akershus Fortress and Holmenkollbakken.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Norway. From the magnificent Viking Ship Museum to the breathtaking Frognerparken and The Vigeland Park, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Oslo Opera House and learn more about the unique The Royal Palace to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Oslo and Lillehammer, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Norway. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Norway.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Norway. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Norway.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Norway.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Norway has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Norway. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 4 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 4 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Norway extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Norway fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Norway today!

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Included

Hotel, 4 nights
Rental car, 5 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Oslo / 3 nights
Innlandet - region in NorwayInnlandet
Photo of landscape with mountains, river and buildings in Lillehammer town, Norway.Lillehammer / 1 night

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Attractions

Photo of night view of Opera house in Oslo, Norway.Oslo Opera House
Photo of sculptures in Frogner Park in Oslo ,Norway.Frogner Park
The Vigeland Park, Ullern, Oslo, NorwayThe Vigeland Park
Photo of Akershus Fortress building in the city center of Oslo, Norway.Akershus Fortress
Photo of Viking Ship Museum is located at Bygdoy island in Oslo, Norway. Viking Ship Museum
Photo of Royal palace in Oslo, Norway.Royal Palace, Oslo
Photo of ski jump at the top of Holmenkollen overlooking Oslo, Norway.Holmenkollbakken
Photo of the Fram Museum in Oslo, Norway.Fram Museum
Photo of Reconstructed wooden Gol Stave Church (Gol Stavkyrkje) in Norwegian Museum of Cultural History at Bygdoy peninsula in Oslo, Norway.Norwegian Museum of Cultural History
Photo of walkway at beautiful botanical garden at Oslo Norway.Botanical Garden in Oslo
Munch Museum Tøyen, Gamle Oslo, Oslo, NorwayMunch Museum Tøyen
Ethnographic Museum Maihaugen is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Lillehammer, Norway. PanoramaMaihaugen
Norwegian Road Museum
Domkirkeodden, Hamar, Innlandet, NorwayDomkirkeodden
Søndre Park Aland

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Day 1 - Oslo - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 - Oslo - arrival day

  • Oslo - Arrival Day
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  • Akershus Fortress
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Your road trip adventure in Norway begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Oslo. You’ll stay in Oslo for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Oslo has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Akershus Fortress. This attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,463 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Oslo, Maaemo. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 534 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Oslo is Mamma Pizza. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,249 customers.

Locals recommend Café Sara as one of the best restaurants in the city of Oslo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,384 customers.

Oslo also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Oslo is HIMKOK Storgata Destilleri. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,310 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Norway!

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Day 2 - Oslo

Day 2

Day 2 - Oslo

  • Oslo
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Drive 28 km, 1 hour 7 min

  • Holmenkollbakken
  • Norwegian Museum of Cultural History
  • Viking Ship Museum
  • Fram Museum
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Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Oslo has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Oslo by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Oslo. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Oslo, like the extraordinary Holmenkollbakken. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,312 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Oslo is the spectacular The Norwegian Museum of Cultural History. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,889 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Viking Ship Museum. This cultural property has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 12,406 visitors. Up to 538,037 people visit this popular attraction every year.

Fram Museum is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This museum is a popular destination among visitors in Oslo. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,618 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Oslo does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Oslo on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Norway, be sure to eat at Den Glade Gris, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Oslo. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,482 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Oslo is the popular Crow Bar & Brewery. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,682 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Oslo is Dinner Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,393 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, The Dubliner Folk Pub is one of the best bars in the city of Oslo for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,530 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Oslo!

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Day 3 - Oslo and Lillehammer

Day 3

Day 3 - Oslo and Lillehammer

  • Oslo
  • Lillehammer
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Drive 197 km, 2 hours 47 min

  • Frogner Park
  • The Vigeland Park
  • Oslo Opera House
  • Munch Museum Tøyen
  • Botanical Garden in Oslo
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 of your epic road trip in Norway, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Oslo. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Lillehammer. You’ll stay in Lillehammer for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Oslo’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Oslo, start your day with a visit to the amazing Frognerparken. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,403 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating The Vigeland Park. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 17,319 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Oslo Opera House to make the most of your road trip across Norway. The spectacular Oslo Opera House is an opera house that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,690 visitors.

The lovely Munch is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 10,483 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Botanical Garden in Oslo. This attraction is a botanical garden rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 7,472 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Oslo has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Lillehammer. Lillehammer offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Norway!

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Day 4 - Lillehammer, Hamar, and Oslo

Day 4

Day 4 - Lillehammer, Hamar, and Oslo

  • Innlandet
  • Oslo
  • Lillehammer
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Drive 231 km, 3 hours 16 min

  • Søndre Park Aland
  • Maihaugen
  • Norwegian Road Museum
  • Domkirkeodden
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Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Norway. Today, you'll wake up in Lillehammer and embark on a scenic drive to Oslo, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Lillehammer before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Lillehammer. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Søndre Park Aland. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 909 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Maihaugen. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,304 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Lillehammer is the stunning Norwegian Road Museum. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,479 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Søndre Park Aland. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 909 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Maihaugen. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,304 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Norwegian Road Museum. This museum and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,479 visitors.

The lovely Domkirkeodden is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,388 visitors have left this history museum an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like The Dubliner Folk Pub. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,530 customers.

After dinner, visit Tilt to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Oslo, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,747 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Døgnvill Burger Vulkan. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Døgnvill Burger Vulkan has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,641 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Norway, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 5 - Oslo - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 - Oslo - departure day

  • Oslo - Departure Day
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  • Royal Palace, Oslo
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Day 5 of your road trip in Norway is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Oslo before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

The Royal Palace is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Oslo. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,710 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Oslo and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Norway.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Oslo at Døgnvill Burger Vulkan before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,641 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend BLÅ for your last chance at a meal in the city of Oslo. The BLÅ restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,505 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Nordvegan. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,093 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Oslo. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Norway!

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