Golden Route Across Norway
Overview
This eco-conscious journey invites travellers to experience the extraordinary diversity of Norwegian nature and culture – all in just over a week. Using sustainable transport methods including trains, ferries, and buses, this itinerary winds through fertile valleys, dramatic fjords, scenic railways, and striking coastal towns. From Oslo to Bergen via Lillehammer, Åndalsnes, Geiranger, and Ålesund, this route offers a true golden introduction to Norway’s landscapes and cities.Private Touring
- Flexible Dates
- 24-Hour Local Assistance
- Flexible Itinerary
- Upgrade Accommodation
- Local Guide Service
- Modern Airconditioned Vehicle
Itinerary
Arrival in Oslo according to individual travel plans. Norway’s capital city, framed by forest and fjord, has been a cultural and political hub since the Middle Ages. Spend the rest of the day exploring its vibrant urban parks, harbourside architecture, and fascinating museums.
Meal Plan: No Meal
Breakfast at the hotel. Travel north by train to Lillehammer, host of the 1994 Winter Olympics. Explore this charming town along Lake Mjøsa and enjoy optional visits to the Olympic Museum or the Maihaugen Open Air Museum.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Journey further north by train via the Dovre Line and the scenic Rauma Line, one of the most beautiful railways in Norway. The journey offers fantastic views of steep cliffs, winding rivers and rugged peaks.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. A scenic bus ride today takes you along the famous Trollstigen (Troll Road), through the fertile Valldal valley, and into the heart of the fjords: Geiranger.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Board a scenic fjord cruise from Geiranger, sailing through the UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord. Towering cliffs, waterfalls, and remote mountain farms line your route before arriving in Ålesund.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day exploring the picturesque Art Nouveau town of Ålesund. Enjoy the views from Mount Aksla, stroll along Brosundet canal, or visit the town’s excellent aquarium.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a final day in Ålesund before boarding the Hurtigruten coastal steamer in the evening. Sail south along Norway’s rugged western coastline on one of the world’s most scenic voyages.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Dinner
Breakfast on board. Spend the morning at sea enjoying views of fjords, islands, and coastal inlets. Disembark in Bergen, the gateway to the fjords, in the early afternoon.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a full day exploring Bergen’s iconic sights such as Bryggen Wharf, Fløibanen funicular, and the lively fish market.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure according to individual travel plans.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Inclusions
Accommodation
8 nights in selected hotels with breakfast.
1 night in an outside cabin on Hurtigruten with breakfast and dinner.
Transport & Transfers
Train Oslo – Lillehammer
Train: Lillehammer – Åndalsnes
Bus: Åndalsnes – Trollstigen – Valldal – Geiranger
Cruise: Geiranger – Ålesund
Hurtigruten: Ålesund – Bergen (outside cabin, half board)
Exclusions
International airfares
Optional activities
Other meals, drinks, tips and other personal expenses or services not specified on the program
Travel insurance
Gratuities
Voluntary tips for guides or drivers
Travel and medical insurance
Any items not mentioned as included
Notes
Please note that the prices are starting from and that upon sending a new request with specific date we will send the applicable rate and availability.
All triple room pricing on request.
Local tip - In Åndalsnes, hike up to the Rampestreken viewpoint for panoramic views over Romsdalen valley – just a 30-minute walk from the train station.
