Private Norway Tour (NOR001) Grand Norway Tour (12 Days 11 Nights)

We will meet you at Tromso Airport (Langnes) at the scheduled time, then travel into Tromso, a dream destination for travelers from around the world who wish to witness the Northern Lights during winter. Located close to the Arctic Circle, it is one of the most spectacular places to view the Aurora Borealis.

In the summer, Tromso is another wonderful destination where you can experience the Midnight Sun, giving you plenty of daylight hours to explore the town. Although Tromso is an important Norwegian seaport, it retains a peaceful charm and a distinctive local way of life that makes it truly worth visiting.

During the day, visit The Arctic Cathedral, built in 1960 from concrete and aluminum with a striking glass facade that has become a symbol of visiting this city.

Next, ride the Fjellheisen Cable Car, located just past the cathedral, up to the city viewpoint on Storsteinen Mountain.

#In the evening, head out on a Northern Lights hunt (during the season from November to March).

*** The Aurora Borealis is a rare natural phenomenon that requires several favorable conditions to be seen, including travel timing, weather conditions, KP index, and viewing locations. ***

hotel Overnight : Tromso · example hotel 4-star: Radisson Blu Hotel, Tromso ****

After breakfast, we depart Tromso for Reine, covering a distance of 541 kilometers in approximately 8 hours. While today involves a long drive, you will enjoy stunning roadside scenery throughout the journey, with plenty of opportunities to stop for photos whenever a scenic view catches your eye.

Admire the beauty of the famous village of Reine on the Lofoten archipelago. A historic fishing village, Reine is acclaimed by travelers as the most beautiful village in Norway. It is situated 1,300 kilometers north of Oslo, Norway's capital, connected by bridges to the Arctic island of Moskenesoya.

The village has an exceptionally peaceful atmosphere with a population of just over 300 residents. Locals still preserve their traditional way of life, with fishing as their primary livelihood.

Visitors will experience the charm of adorable red, white, and black wooden cabins dotted along the foot of the mountains, surrounded by lush green meadows and views of white mountain peaks covered in snow year-round.

The hallmark of this village is the charming waterfront cabins, each with a small boat moored right out front. In addition, the village offers enjoyable activities for travelers, such as canoeing, scenic cruises along the fjord, and high mountain trekking up snow-covered peaks for adventure seekers (if you are interested in these activities, please let us know in advance so our coordinator can make arrangements).

hotel Overnight Reine · example hotel : May's Apartments

After breakfast, we set off for Trondheim, covering a distance of 807 kilometers and taking about 13 hours and 27 minutes for the full day's journey. Due to Norway's expansive geography, today is a long scenic drive where you can fully immerse yourself in stunning Norwegian views all along the route.

hotel Overnight Trondheim: Clarion Hotel & Congress Trondheim ****

In the morning, we explore Trondheim, Norway's former capital. It is one of the major cities with a dense population and many preserved medieval wooden houses.

We will take you to see the city's highlights, including the charming and colorful riverside warehouses along the Nidelva River, as well as Nidaros Cathedral, the largest church in Norway and the second largest in Scandinavia. Built between 1070-1300 in Gothic architecture, it features an interior walkway allowing visitors to climb up and admire the view from above.

Enjoy free time to stroll at your leisure, such as visiting the Archbishop's Palace (the site where Norwegian kings were crowned), the historic Old Town Bridge, the monument of King Olav Tryggvason who founded the capital, and the classic yellow wooden royal residence of Stiftsgaarden, among others.

hotel Overnight Second night at the same hotel, relaxing at a leisurely pace in Trondheim · example hotel 4-star: Clarion Hotel & Congress Trondheim ****

In the morning, we set out toward The Atlantic Ocean Road, traveling 216 kilometers over approximately 4 hours.

The Atlantic Ocean Road spans 8.3 kilometers, connecting the mainland to various Norwegian islands. It features the iconic Storseisundet Bridge, an elegant 260-meter curved cantilever bridge renowned as the most beautiful of them all, famously nicknamed "The road to nowhere."

We arrive in Kristiansund, where you can stroll leisurely through the town on your own private Norway tour. Kristiansund is a coastal port town blessed with picturesque natural bays and numerous small islands, built across four main islands linked together by roads and bridges.

Visit the Kristiansund Opera House, Norway's oldest opera house.

Explore the charming historic district of Innlandet and the picturesque Veiholmen fishing village perched on the northernmost tip of Smøla.

If time permits, you may choose to visit Grip Island, located about 14 kilometers out to sea, home to a historic, tiny traditional fishing village.

And if you wish, you can also explore Innerdalen, widely regarded as one of Norway's most breathtaking mountain valleys, reaching heights of around 1,394 meters.

hotel Overnight Kristiansund · example hotel 4-star: Quality Hotel Grand Kristiansund ****

In the morning, start the tour whenever you are ready. We take you on a 124-kilometer drive lasting around 2.5 hours along Norwegian National Road 63 to enjoy the stunning roadside scenery and take memorable photos. Afterwards, we visit the renowned Geirangerfjord viewpoint, one of Norway's most iconic vistas.

At the appropriate time, we depart for Alesund, traveling 100 kilometers in about 2 hours. Upon arrival, we take a walk through Alesund, celebrated for its Art Nouveau architecture and voted Norway's most beautiful city by locals last year.

Alesund's charm comes from stretching across multiple islands in the Atlantic Ocean at the northern entrance to the western Norwegian fjords, framed by the dramatic backdrop of the Sunnmøre Alps.

In 1904, Alesund suffered a massive fire that destroyed most of its wooden buildings. The town was subsequently rebuilt primarily in the elegant Art Nouveau style, giving it the distinctive beauty it enjoys today.

hotel Overnight Alesund · example hotel 4-star: Radisson Blu Hotel, Alesund ****

This morning, we remain in Alesund, a charming town with scenic panoramic views. We take you up to the highest viewpoint in the city by climbing 428 steps. Although it takes some effort, the panoramic view overlooking the entire town of Alesund is truly rewarding and makes every step worthwhile.

The afternoon is yours to enjoy a relaxing coffee break, unwind, and shop at your leisure. Alternatively, if you like, we can take you to visit the Alesund Museum or explore the world's largest saltwater aquarium at Atlanterhavsparken.

hotel Overnight Alesund · example hotel 5-star: Radisson Blu Hotel, Alesund ****

We depart Alesund for Bergen, traveling 421 kilometers over about 7 hours and 31 minutes. The entire journey treats you to wonderful scenery throughout the day.

We arrive in Bergen in the evening. Bergen is Norway's second-largest city after the capital, Oslo. Situated right by the ocean, it enjoys mild, pleasant weather that is neither too cold nor too hot. In the evening, we take a stroll down Torgallmenningen, the city's main avenue, and the Strandgaten shopping street all the way to Vågen Bay, which is lined with wonderfully preserved historic buildings.

In the evening, we relax by the harbor to admire the historic tall sailing ships moored in the bay, backed by stunning 17th-century buildings creating a truly picturesque scene.

hotel Overnight Bergen · example hotel 4-star: Bed & Breakfast Villa Charlotte *****

Early in the morning, consider visiting the open-air Torget Fish Market, a bustling harbor market where local fishing boats deliver fresh catches every morning at dawn.

Next, walk around Bergenhus fortress, Norway's best-preserved fortification, built in the 12th century and once a royal residence of Norwegian kings.

Visit the Bryggen district, where classic historic wooden row houses have been acclaimed as the most beautiful row houses in the world and designated as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. These wooden buildings are 3-story row houses built of wood, painted in white, red, yellow, and green. The gable of each house is adorned with wood carvings of deer heads, capricorns, dragon horses, and various figurines, which are signature features of Bryggen. Today, these heritage wooden buildings are still actively used as shops, art galleries, souvenir stores, art studios, restaurants, and museums.

In addition, nearby is a charming small market selling local goods, flowers, art pieces, and delicious seafood.

Near SUN SET, take the funicular railway to admire the beauty of Bergen from above.

hotel Overnight Bergen (Second night) · example hotel 5-star: Bed & Breakfast Villa Charlotte *****

Depart for Flam, covering a distance of 168 kilometers in approximately 3 hours. Upon arrival, take a scenic cruise to experience the breathtaking natural beauty of Sognefjord, the longest and deepest fjord in the world.

This magnificent fjord reaches depths of over 1,300 meters and winds through dramatic, towering mountain ranges for more than 200 kilometers inland, before branching off into the Naeroyfjord (Nærøyfjord)—which stretches just 18 kilometers and narrows to a mere 500 meters at its tightest point.

Naeroyfjord is honored as one of Norway's UNESCO World Heritage natural sites. Immerse yourself in the stunning panoramic vistas of pristine waters, deep valleys, and majestic cliffs all the way to Gudvangen, where you will disembark from the cruise.

Next, continue your journey to Aurland, a 34-kilometer drive taking around 50 minutes, heading up to another breathtaking viewpoint over Aurlandsfjorden: the renowned Stegastein Viewpoint. This architectural marvel features a 4-foot-wide platform jutting out 30 feet over the cliff edge, suspended 640 meters above the fjord waters below.

hotel Overnight Flam · example hotel 4-star: Fretheim Hotel ****

Depart from Flam for Oslo, the capital of Norway, traveling 312 kilometers in about 5.5 hours.

Visit Frogner Park, a sculpture park featuring granite carvings as well as bronze and copper statues. All works were created by the celebrated sculptor Gustav Vigeland, showcasing over 200 sculptures in total. The centerpiece is the Monolitten (The Monolith), standing 17 meters tall in the center of the park. Its column depicts the cycle of human life through numerous intertwined figures climbing toward the sky, meticulously carved over a period of 22 years from a single massive block of granite.

Afterward, visit the Oslo Opera House, enjoy a relaxing stroll along the Aker Brygge waterfront promenade, and indulge in shopping along the Karl Johans gate pedestrian street.

hotel Overnight Oslo · example hotel 5-star: Hotel THE THIEF *****

There is no tour itinerary today. We will transfer you to Oslo Airport (Gardermoen) for your safe return flight to Bangkok, taking home wonderful memories of your private tour in Norway.