Cheap 11-Day Norway Road Trip from Oslo traveling north to Lillehammer and Geilo
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Bring out the adventurer in you and embark on an exciting 11-day road trip through Norway! Travel to Oslo, Lillehammer, Stange, Hol, and Aurlandsvangen with this cheap holiday package!
Explore Norway for less with this 11-day self-drive package. We'll introduce you to many famous and affordable vacation spots in the country. See the stunning Oslo Opera House, the captivating Frognerparken, and marvel at the uniqueness of each attraction. Dine with locals at popular restaurants and bars across Norway and get a taste of the people’s hospitality and authentic food. Lastly, this travel plan allows you to stay and feel comfortable at a top-rated budget hotel for 3 nights in Oslo, 4 nights in Lillehammer, and 3 nights in Hol.
This customizable and cheap Norway travel package promises non-stop adventure. We'll help you have an unforgettable road trip experience in Norway at the lowest price!
On arrival in Oslo, you'll pick up your rental vehicle. From there, you'll begin your journey to the best and cheapest places to travel to in Norway. Explore the magnificent The Vigeland Park to see its unique features. Visit the fascinating Akershus Fortress and take in its distinct atmosphere. Norway offers a wealth of world-class natural and scenic beauty you wouldn't want to miss!
During your journey, you'll have the pleasure of staying at top-rated budget accommodations, each selected for their exceptional value, comfort, and positive guest reviews. Each stop along your carefully planned route has been chosen to enhance your travel experience, offering you a blend of convenience, comfort, and a touch of local culture, ensuring a restful retreat after a day of adventures.
Choosing the handpicked recommendations gives you easy access to popular places of interest in Norway. With accommodation conveniently located in a downtown area, you can explore its surroundings at your leisure. Here, you can sample the country’s culinary delicacies and buy keepsakes of your travels in Norway.
This cheap holiday package will bring you close to many picture-perfect destinations in Norway, like the stunning The Royal Palace. You'll visit the incredible Viking Ship Museum to make lasting memories. You'll also have the chance to admire the outstanding Flåm Line up close.
Your camera will be full of memories you can share with friends and family or on social media. By the end of your 11-day road trip, you'll leave Norway happy and inspired to go on another unique and budget-friendly adventure.
This affordable holiday package includes everything you need for a fantastic 11-day vacation in Norway. We'll offer you cheap flights and arrange your hotel reservations for 10 nights. We'll also provide you with the best budget rental car in Norway with CDW insurance.
You can customize your Norway travel plan for a more personalized holiday experience. Choose from popular and competitively-priced tours and tickets in Norway and add your picks to your itinerary. For example, get cheap tour tickets to uncover the stories behind Norway’s famous sights. Or, try out some of the most fantastic excursions There’s no better way to add more culture and inspiration to your trip!
Booking this cheap holiday package in Norway offers you many perks. You'll get 24/7 travel support. In addition, you'll have access to a step-by-step guide in our mobile app. Here you'll find all your travel documents organized in one place.
So what are you waiting for? Enjoy a hassle-free vacation in Norway with this cheap holiday deal! The best and most affordable tours to Norway fill up fast, so book your adventure today!
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Day 1 – Oslo - arrival day
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- Akershus Fortress
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Your exciting road trip through Norway starts when you reach the incredible city of Oslo, where you'll stay for 3 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Oslo and begin your adventure in Norway.
Oslo is a popular cheap holiday destination in Norway with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Oslo and get this road trip adventure rolling.
A trip to the amazing Akershus Fortress will make your cheap holiday in Norway truly special. This attraction is a fascinating castle that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,463 visitors.
When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.
When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Oslo. An excellent example is the popular Maaemo. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 534 customers.
Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Norway is Mamma Pizza. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,249 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.
If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Café Sara. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,384 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.
HIMKOK Storgata Destilleri is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 2,310 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.
Another bar in Oslo we recommend is Crow Bar & Brewery, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,682 customers.
Dinner Restaurant is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 2,393 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Norway!
Day 2 – Oslo
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Drive 28 km, 1 hour 25 min
- Holmenkollbakken
- Viking Ship Museum
- Norwegian Museum of Cultural History
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Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Oslo, proving that cheap holidays in Norway can be extraordinary.
You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Holmenkollbakken. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,312 travelers.
Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Viking Ship Museum. This popular place of interest is a stunning cultural property that boasts an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 12,406 visitors. With around 538,037 people visiting this attraction each year, it’s clear that the unforgettable Viking Ship Museum is one of the most famous sights in the area.
To make your trip to Oslo more memorable, spend time at the fascinating The Norwegian Museum of Cultural History. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 8,889 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic The Norwegian Museum of Cultural History is often mentioned in Norway road trip itineraries.
The magnificent Fram Museum is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This museum and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 9,618 reviews.
Your discovery of Oslo does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Oslo on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Norway.
After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Norway, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Den Glade Gris, one of the best restaurants in Oslo. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,482 reviews.
You can also check out The Dubliner Folk Pub. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,530 diners.
Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Døgnvill Burger Vulkan. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,641 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Oslo.
When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Oslo for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Tilt and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,747 customers.
BLÅ is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,505 customers.
If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Dr. Jekyll’s Pub. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,631 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Oslo.
Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Oslo!
Day 3 – Oslo and Lillehammer
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Drive 192 km, 2 hours 45 min
- The Vigeland Park
- Frognerparken
- Oslo Opera House
- Munch Museum Tøyen
- The Botanical Garden
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On day 3 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Norway, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Oslo and end your day in the city of Lillehammer, where you'll stay for 4 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.
One of the best places to visit in Oslo is the amazing The Vigeland Park. This travel destination is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,319 visitors.
This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Frognerparken. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,403 travelers, a visit to this well-known top-tier point of interest and sightseeing spot in Oslo is likely to make your vacation in Norway even more memorable.
Another unforgettable sight in Oslo is the outstanding Oslo Opera House. This opera house has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 22,690 visitors.
To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Norway, drop by the popular Munch. This attraction, an amazing museum, has been rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,483 travelers.
If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Botanical Garden in Oslo. This botanical garden is a popular attraction rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,472 visitors from all over the globe.
Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Norway. To have the best affordable travel experience in Norway, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Norway unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Norway.
At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Lillehammer. Lillehammer is another cheap travel destination in Norway where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.
After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Norway can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Lillehammer that offer delicious food to help keep you going.
Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Lillehammer enjoy dining at this restaurant.
As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Lillehammer’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Norway.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Norway!
Day 4 – Trysil, Elverum, and Lillehammer
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Drive 315 km, 4 hours 16 min
- Norwegian Forestry Museum
- SkiStar, Norge
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Day 4’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Trysil, proving that cheap holidays in Norway can be extraordinary.
You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Trysil Bike arena. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 969 travelers.
Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular SkiStar, Norge. This popular place of interest is a stunning best-rated sightseeing destination that boasts an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 656 visitors.
Your discovery of Trysil does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Trysil on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Norway.
After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Norway, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture.
Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city.
When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Lillehammer for an after-dinner drink.
Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Lillehammer!
Day 5 – Hamar, Stange - Stanghe, and Lillehammer
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Drive 172 km, 2 hours 54 min
- Norwegian Railway Museum
- Domkirkeodden
- Koigen
- Tangen Zoo
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Day 5’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Hamar, proving that cheap holidays in Norway can be extraordinary.
You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Norwegian Railway Museum. This attraction is a national museum that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 676 travelers.
Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Domkirkeodden. This popular place of interest is a stunning history museum that boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,388 visitors.
To make your trip to Hamar more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Koigen. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 638 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Koigen is often mentioned in Norway road trip itineraries.
Your discovery of Hamar does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Hamar on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Norway.
After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Norway, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture.
Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city.
When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Lillehammer for an after-dinner drink.
Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Lillehammer!
Day 6 – Brumunddal, Gjøvik, and Lillehammer
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Drive 234 km, 3 hours 16 min
- Gjøvik farm
- Ringebu Stave Church
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You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Ringebu Stave Church. This attraction is a stave church that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,191 travelers.
Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Norway.
After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Norway, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture.
Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city.
When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Lillehammer for an after-dinner drink.
Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Lillehammer!
Day 7 – Lillehammer and Geilo
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Drive 228 km, 4 hours
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On day 7 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Norway, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Lillehammer and end your day in the city of Geilo, where you'll stay for 3 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.
One of the best places to visit in Lillehammer is the amazing Søndre Park Aland. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 909 visitors.
This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Maihaugen. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,304 travelers, a visit to this well-known museum and sightseeing spot in Lillehammer is likely to make your vacation in Norway even more memorable.
Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Norway. To have the best affordable travel experience in Norway, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Norway unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Norway.
At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Geilo. Geilo is another cheap travel destination in Norway where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.
After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Norway can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Geilo that offer delicious food to help keep you going.
Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Geilo enjoy dining at this restaurant.
As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Geilo’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Norway.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Norway!
Day 8 – Flåm, Aurlandsvangen, and Geilo
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Drive 262 km, 5 hours 6 min
- Flåm Line
- Flam Railway Museum
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Day 8’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Flåm, proving that cheap holidays in Norway can be extraordinary.
You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Flåm Line. This attraction is a railway line that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 12,023 travelers.
Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Flam Railway Museum. This popular place of interest is a stunning museum that boasts an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 469 visitors.
Your discovery of Flåm does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Flåm on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Norway.
After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Norway, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture.
Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city.
When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Geilo for an after-dinner drink.
Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Geilo!
Day 9 – Bjørgo, Gudvangen, and Geilo
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Drive 283 km, 4 hours 58 min
- Njardarheimr
- Viking Valley
- Stegastein viewpoint
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Day 9’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Bjørgo, proving that cheap holidays in Norway can be extraordinary.
You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Stegastein viewpoint. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 5,102 travelers.
Your discovery of Bjørgo does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Bjørgo on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Norway.
After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Norway, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture.
Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city.
When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Geilo for an after-dinner drink.
Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Geilo!
Day 10 – Sandvika and Oslo
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Drive 245 km, 4 hours 2 min
- Drammen Spiral
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Day 10 of your road trip across Norway offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Drammen and the enchanting Sandvika, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Drammen and end the day in Sandvika, where you'll stay for 1 night.
Buckle up because day 10 of your affordable vacation in Norway will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!
One place travelers keep coming back to in Drammen is the magnificent Drammen Spiral. Around 2,347 visitors have rated this excellent road tunnel and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
We also recommend you explore the amazing Drammen park on this leg of your self-drive tour in Norway. This attraction is a well-known top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 914 travelers.
After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Drammen, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Sandvika.
Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Henie-Onstad Art Centre. This popular site is a valued art museum in Sandvika and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,293 visitors.
Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Norway. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Norway. Make your cheap holiday experience in Norway more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.
Oslo offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Norway. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.
As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Oslo offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Norway.
Nordvegan is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,093 diners.
Another popular eating spot in Oslo is Hotel Continental, Oslo, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,185 customers.
Kverneriet - Solli Plass offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Oslo. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,210 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.
When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Oslo’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.
Engebret Cafe is an excellent example of a great bar in Oslo offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,012 customers.
You can also hang out and have a drink at RØØR, another of locals’ go-to bars in Oslo. RØØR is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,043 customers having rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Arakataka is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Oslo. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 782 bar-goers.
Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Norway with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Norway!
Day 11 – Oslo - departure day
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- The Royal Palace
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It’s soon time to say goodbye to Norway as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 11 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Oslo.
Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Norway.
If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.
One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Oslo is the remarkable The Royal Palace. This top-tier point of interest and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 11,710 visitors.
If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Oslo, consider a top-rated restaurant like Brasserie France. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 960 customers.
You’ll then say farewell to Oslo and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Norway!
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