10-Nights Best of Norway's Great Outdoors — CALL

MT Sobek

OFFER ID 1376579

Explore the best of Norway on this intimate journey. Cruise through the country's deep fjords, hike up majestic mountains and through breathtaking national parks, take in the cosmopolitan culture of Oslo, see the bustling wharf of Bergen, the dazzling beauty of UNESCO-protected Geirangerfjord, and the picturesque landscapes of Lofoten Islands. This trip showcases the highlights and reveals Norway's magic at every turn, from waterfalls and Viking lore to the midnight sun and Norse mythology. There's nothing like seeing Norway up close and personal, on foot and immersed in its landscapes.

Highlights:

  • Cruise through Norway's famous fjords, taking in awesome views of lush panoramas
  • Discover some of the world's most scenic trails on hikes in Geirangerfjord, Trollheimen and spectacular Lofoten Island
  • Soak up the vibrant urban ambience of cosmopolitan Oslo and historic Bergen

Important Trip Details:
Although the physical activity on this trip is moderate, there is a lot of moving as we use planes, trains and minibuses to get around. Because of the potential change in weather, please be flexible with potential logistical changes. The paths used on this trip are often single track, with some large steps.

Minimum Age: 18

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Itinerary

MT Sobek: Norway Natural Wonders Hiking

Day 1 Arrive in Oslo
2 hours/2–3 miles city walking
Welcome to Oslo, the capital of Norway and one of Europe's most sophisticated cities. Upon arrival at the airport, transfer to the hotel to settle in and then have a brief orientation with the entire group. Set out to explore parts of the city by foot, including a visit to the famed Opera House with its impressively angled roof. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner in the city.
Accommodation: Hotel Guldsmeden
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Day 2 Tour Vigeland Sculpture Park & Fly to Bergen
50-minute flight transfer
2–3 hours/3 miles city walking
After breakfast, set out to explore Oslo with a walking tour to the Vigelandsparken (Vigeland Sculpture Park), filled with more than 200 stunning sculptures by Norwegian artist Gustav Vigeland, including a mosaic labyrinth and a stone forest composed of carved figures. After lunch at the hotel, return to the airport and take a short flight to Bergen, Norway's second-largest city. Check into the hotel, and then take a stroll along the city's colorful and popular waterfront "kaia." Enjoy dinner at a restaurant in town this evening.
Accommodation: Zander K
(B, L, D)

Day 3 Hike Above Bergen & Cruise to Maloy
4.5-hour cruise & cable-car ride
4–5 hours/9 miles hiking with 1,500' elevation gain & 400' elevation loss
Start the day with one of Norway's most popular hikes to Rundemanen - high above Bergen. Hike for 4 to 5 hours (depending on the desired pace of the group) on a rocky path to a mountain plateau overlooking the city. At the top, take in breathtaking views of distant snowcapped peaks, and neighboring fjords and islands. At the end, descend by cable car from Mt. Floyen to the charming Bergen harbor. Board an evening ferry to Maloy and enjoy the spectacular beauty of the Norwegian coastline.
Accommodation: Torget Hotel
(B, L, D)

Day 4 Cruise Geirangerfjord & Hike to Storsæterfossen Waterfall
1.5-hour drive & scenic boat cruise
2–3 hours/2–3 miles hiking with 550' elevation gain & loss
After a Scandinavian breakfast at the hotel hop on a private transfer to the village of Hellesylt. From here enjoy magnificent views as you cruise deep within the narrow Geirangerfjord, a UNESCO-protected fjord renowned for its majestic mountains, dramatic cliffs, and stunning waterfalls. Arrive to the tucked-away town of Geiranger, check into the hotel, and transfer to the nearby trailhead. Begin the hike on well-maintained trails leading high above Geiranger to the viewpoint at the Storsæterfossen Waterfall. Soak up the vistas before returning down the same trail. Enjoy dinner at the hotel, overlooking the harbor and fjord.
Accommodation: Hotel Geiranger
(B, L, D)

Day 5 Top Trollstigen & Hike in the Andalsnes
3–4 hours/3–4 miles hiking with 500' elevation gain & loss
After breakfast, board the minibus and transfer one hour to the top of the Trollstigen, a serpentine road showcasing some of Norway's most breathtaking views. Stop at Trollstigen's viewing platform which juts out over a ledge hovering 2,788 feet above the valley, to take in the vistas and visit the cafe. Continue the scenic drive down into the Andalsnes valley, in the heart of the Romsdal Alps. Enjoy a circular hike beneath majestic peaks, passing glistening lakes. In the afternoon, continue to the hotel — home for the next two nights.
Accommodation: Hotel Aak
(B, L, D)

Day 6 Hike to Mardalsfossen Waterfall & Unwind at your Historic Hotel
2 hours/2–3 miles hiking with 500' elevation gain & loss
Wake to a sumptuous breakfast prepared by the talented chefs at Hotel Aak or Kavli Moen Gard, before the morning walk. Today's short hike leads along Lake Eikesdalsvatnet to the Mardalsfossen waterfall, one of the ten highest waterfalls in Europe. Enjoy the rest of the day to relax or explore the natural surroundings on your own. Prefer more activity? The hosts are happy to offer suggestions — just tell your guide what you want to do.
Accommodation: Hotel Aak
(B, L, D)

Day 7 Hike to the Aursjovegen Plateau & Reach Oppdal
3-hour private van transfer
4 hours/3–4 miles hiking with 300' elevation gain & loss
Today starts with a transfer to the charming town of Eikesdalen, home to just 65 inhabitants. Meet with a local farmer to learn the story of Norway's earliest inhabitants and, if you're lucky, see reindeer. Then continue to the Aursjovegen, a scenic road featuring several 180-degree hairpin turns through a dramatic landscape renowned as Norway's best area for hiking. After a hike, continue along the magnificent Aursjoveien road down to the Sunndal fjord, and to the town of Oppdal, a hikers' home base during the summer.
Accommodation: Skifer Hotel
(B, L, D)

Day 8 Hike in Trollheimen & Catch Overnight Train to Bodo
Overnight train
5–6 hours/4–5 miles hiking with 1,800' elevation gain & loss
After breakfast, journey into the heart of the rugged mountain range of Trollheimen ("home of the trolls"), a vast landscape of green, idyllic valleys sprinkled with lakes between high peaks. If the weather cooperates, enjoy a swim in the lake; otherwise return to the hotel to unwind at the spa. Later this afternoon, there is an optional visit to Vang, one of the largest Viking graveyards in Norway. After dinner, transfer to the nearby train station and board the overnight train to Bodo, north of the Arctic Circle.
Accommodation: Overnight Train to Bodo
(B, L, D)

Day 9 Explore the Lofoten Islands
3-hour ferry transfer
2 hours/2–3 miles hiking with 1,000' elevation gain & loss
Rise and shine and enjoy breakfast aboard the train this morning. In Bodo, board a nearby ferry for the grand finale of the Norwegian tour — the Lofoten Islands. Take in the magnificent archipelago within the Arctic Circle, with its jagged peaks, sheltered bays of bright-blue water, white-sand beaches, and windswept grasslands. Upon arrival, head to the quaint fishing village of Hamnoy in Reine, change into hiking clothes at the hotel, and set off to explore the island on a short hike. Tonight, enjoy dinner at one of the local restaurants.
Accommodation: Eliassen Rorbuer
(B, L, D)

Day 10 Visit Loftr Viking Museum & Hike Vestvagoya Island
2-hour private van transfer
4 hours/3–4 miles hiking with 1,000' elevation gain & loss
After breakfast, begin exploring the outer reaches of Lofoten Island. Start with a scenic drive to the Lofotr Viking Museum, built on the site of a former Viking village. After touring the museum, enjoy an afternoon hike on Vestvagoya, a centrally located island in the Lofoten archipelago. Bring a bathing suit for a dip in the ocean above the Arctic Circle. Return to Hamnoy to explore the charming village and its many galleries and shops. Enjoy your farewell dinner at Krambua on the harbor, renowned for its fresh fish straight from the sea.
Accommodation: Eliassen Rorbuer
(B, L, D)

Day 11 Fly from Evenes to Oslo & Depart
6-hour flight + transfer
This morning, transfer to Evenes airport in time for the flight to Oslo. The currently anticipated flight schedules will arrive into Oslo in the evening; please check in with your Adventure Coordinator to confirm the arrival time for your specific departure.

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Featured Destinations
Oslo
Bergen
Geiranger
Andalsnes
Oppdal
Bodo
Lofoten Islands

Vacation Details

Valid Date Ranges
06/03/2025 - 06/13/2025
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06/14/2025 - 06/24/2025
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07/29/2025 - 08/08/2025
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08/19/2025 - 08/29/2025
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* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.
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10 Nights
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