6-Day Norway Road Trip from Oslo to Lillehammer

Photo of the Clock on Aker Brygge Dock with the background of the famous Oslo City Hall and the harbor, Oslo Fjord, Norway.
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Duration
6 days & 5 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
5 nights included
Car rental
6 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 6-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 4 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 6 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 Oslo Opera House.

You’ll have your choice of the country's best hotels and places to stay throughout your road trip, suitable for all budgets. For example, in the city of Park Inn by Radisson Oslo, you could choose to stay at a popular hotel like the 4-star Thon Hotel Storo. Alternatively, you could stay at a luxury accommodation like the 4-star Lysebu Hotel Oslo. Travelers looking for the best cheap accommodation could choose the 3-star Park Inn by Radisson Oslo. No matter which price range you’re looking for, our local experts will assist you in finding the best stay option for your visit.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Norway. From the magnificent Frognerparken to the breathtaking The Vigeland Park and Holmenkollbakken, 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 Viking Ship Museum 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.

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 5 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 5 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. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. 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, 5 nights
Rental car, 6 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Oslo / 4 nights
Innlandet - region in NorwayInnlandet
Photo of landscape with mountains, river and buildings in Lillehammer town, Norway.Lillehammer / 1 night

Map

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
Norwegian Forestry Museum, Elverum, Innlandet, NorwayNorwegian Forestry Museum
Søndre Park Aland, Lillehammer, Innlandet, NorwaySøndre Park Aland
Koigen, Hamar, Innlandet, NorwayKoigen
Birkebeineren Ski Stadium, Lillehammer, Innlandet, NorwayBirkebeineren Ski Stadium
Mjøsparken

Travel details

Travel dates
Jan 1 - Jan 6

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Car

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Small car

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small car
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Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

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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 4 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.

One of the best luxury places you could choose in Oslo is Lysebu Hotel Oslo. This 4-star hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 557 guests.

We also recommend the best 4-star accommodations, like Thon Hotel Storo. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 700 guests.

Alternatively, one of the best cheap hotel options in Oslo is Park Inn by Radisson Oslo. This 3-star hotel is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 3,229 guests.

If these hotels are unavailable during your vacation in Oslo, our system will automatically help you find the best alternative for your stay.

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 6-day vacation in Norway!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Oslo

Day 2

Day 2 – Oslo

  • Oslo
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Drive 19 km, 57 min

  • Botanical Garden in Oslo
  • Oslo Opera House
  • Munch Museum Tøyen
  • Frogner Park
  • The Vigeland Park
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Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Oslo has to offer. Cherish the 3 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 Botanical Garden in Oslo. This attraction is a botanical garden and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,472 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Oslo is the spectacular Oslo Opera House. This attraction is an opera house and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,690 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Munch. This museum has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,483 visitors.

Frognerparken is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This top-tier point of interest is a popular destination among visitors in Oslo. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,403 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider The Vigeland Park. The Vigeland Park is a museum and popular attraction in Oslo. More than 17,319 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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

Day 3

Day 3 – Oslo

  • Oslo
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Drive 27 km, 1 hour 7 min

  • Holmenkollbakken
  • Norwegian Museum of Cultural History
  • Viking Ship Museum
  • Fram Museum
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Day 3 of your road trip across Norway is another day in the magnificent Oslo. You now have 2 nights left in Oslo. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Oslo offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the city of Oslo is the stunning Holmenkollbakken. This has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,312 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular The Norwegian Museum of Cultural History in the city of Oslo. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,889 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit in the city of Oslo is the incredible Viking Ship Museum. Viking Ship Museum gathers around 538,037 visitors each year. This attraction is a cultural property and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 12,406 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Fram Museum. This museum and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,618 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Oslo you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Oslo has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Oslo, The Dubliner Folk Pub. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,530 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Oslo, Tilt. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,747 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Oslo, we recommend the cocktails at Døgnvill Burger Vulkan. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,641 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Oslo!

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Day 4 – Fåberg

Day 4

Day 4 – Fåberg

  • Innlandet
  • Lillehammer
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Drive 247 km, 3 hours 22 min

  • Norwegian Forestry Museum
  • Koigen
  • Domkirkeodden
  • Mjøsparken
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Fåberg. You’ll stay in Fåberg 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 Norwegian Forestry Museum. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,200 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Koigen. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 638 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Domkirkeodden to make the most of your road trip across Norway. The spectacular Domkirkeodden is a history museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,388 visitors.

The lovely Mjøsparken is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 423 visitors have left this top-tier point of interest average ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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 Fåberg. Fåberg offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Alternatively, check out one of the best 4-star hotel options in Fåberg, like Clarion Collection Hotel Hammer. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,015 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget resort, we recommend you stay at Hunderfossen Hotell & Resort Hafjell. This 3-star resort offers value-for-money accommodation and is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars in 348 guest reviews.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Norway!

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Day 5 – Fåberg and Oslo

Day 5

Day 5 – Fåberg and Oslo

  • Oslo
  • Lillehammer
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Drive 233 km, 3 hours 11 min

  • Søndre Park Aland
  • Birkebeineren Ski Stadium
  • Maihaugen
  • Norwegian Road Museum
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Day 5 of your road trip through Norway gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Oslo and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Oslo. You will stay in Oslo for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Oslo is the amazing Søndre Park Aland. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 909 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible stadium, Birkebeineren Ski Stadium. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 620 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Oslo is the outstanding Maihaugen. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,304 visitors.

The spectacular Norwegian Road Museum is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,479 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Oslo by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Norway. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Oslo, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Oslo is the 4-star Thon Hotel Storo. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 700 guests.

If staying at a top-rated 4-star luxury hotel tonight sounds like something you would like to do, Lysebu Hotel Oslo is your best choice. This hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 557 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Park Inn by Radisson Oslo. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 3,229 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Døgnvill Burger Vulkan, one of the best restaurants in the city of Oslo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,641 customers.

Locals also recommend BLÅ as one of the best restaurants in the city of Oslo. BLÅ is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,505 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Oslo is Nordvegan. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,093 customers.

After dinner, visit Dr. Jekyll’s Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Oslo. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,631 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Hotel Continental, Oslo. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,185 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Norway!

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Day 6 – Oslo - departure day

Day 6

Day 6 – Oslo - departure day

  • Oslo - Departure day
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  • Royal Palace, Oslo
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Day 6 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 Hotel Continental, Oslo before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,185 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Kverneriet - Solli Plass for your last chance at a meal in the city of Oslo. The Kverneriet - Solli Plass restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,210 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Brasserie France. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 960 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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