13-Day Norwegian Panorama

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Drive through the Gudbrandsdalen Valley to Ringebu before continuing along the Ronde Road with views of the beautiful Rondane National Park. In Østerdalen Valley you will have the possibility to see foxes and elks. The route continues in a northern direction along Norway’s longest river Glomma to the mining town of Røros. The town centre boasts a rare collection of large and well-preserved wooden buildings, made all the more authentic by the fact that the people still live and work in them.

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You are free to spend the day at your own leisure in Røros. Made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1980, Røros has a rich mining history and cultural heritage. The town is characterized by its colourful buildings and wooden-style architecture. Besides visiting the city and its interesting museums, the spa and pool of the Røros Hotel are worth spending some time relaxing in.

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Drive from Røros to Trondheim, Norway’s third-largest city. The city was founded by Viking King Olav Tryggvason in 997 BC and occupies a special place in Norwegian culture and history. Trondheim was Norway’s first capital and continues to be the coronation city where Norway's Kings from Harald Hårfagre (10th century BC) to King Harald V (1991 -) have been crowned and blessed.

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Today on your Norway tour, you are free to explore Trondheim at your own pace. A must-stop visit is the Nidaros Cathedral, built over the grave of St. Olav. Next to the cathedral, you will find the Archbishop’s Palace, the oldest secular building in Scandinavia. Other sights of interest are Kristiansten Fortress, Monk’s Island, Trøndelag Open Air Museum and Stiftsgården – the Royal Residence in Trondheim. You can also take a stroll in Bakklandet, located on the east bank of the river Nid.

Today starts with a short ferry crossing from Halsa to Kanestraum which will bring you towards the klipfish town of Kristiansund. From Kristiansund continue through the underwater tunnel to reach the Atlantic Ocean Road. Continue on the scenic road via Hustad and Bud to Molde, the Town of Roses. Molde is well known for the beautiful nature surrounding it, including the Molde Panorama with its 222 mountain peaks.

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This morning you'll depart by ferry across the Molde fjord to Vestnes. Continue to Åndalsnes where you will ascend to the famous Troll Road. A short ferry crossing from Linge to Eidsdal will bring you to the Eagle Road, with a panoramic view of the Geirangerfjord. In Geiranger, you can pay a visit to the Norwegian Fjord Centre, where you can learn how people lived along the steep edges of the fjords. Finally, drive from Geiranger to Bøverdalen.

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Today you will start by crossing the Sogn Mountain, following one of Norway’s most scenic roads. Continue along the fjord, passing by hamlets and villages that dot the shores of the green Lustrafjord. At Gaupne you have the possibility to make a detour to visit the Nigardsbeen Glacier, an arm of the Jostedal Glacier. Continue to Sogndal, a fjord village located at a sidearm of the Sognefjord.

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Depart towards Mannheller where a short ferry crossing will bring you over Sognefjorden to Fodnes. Continue through the 25 kilometre-long Lærdal tunnel. Before reaching Flåm, it is worth to take a detour up the windy road to Stegasteinen viewpoint for a marvellous view in Aurlandsfjorden. You can also make a stop in Flåm where you can take the famous Flåms train. After this stop, head towards Gudvangen and the amazing Stalheim canyon with its hairpin road before reaching Bergen.

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This day is at your own leisure to explore Bergen, Norway’s second-largest city and the world’s only city surrounded by 7 mountains and 7 fjords. A must-do activity is going up the Fløibanen Funicular, where you will be treated to fantastic views of the countryside. Take a stroll around Bergen's charming fishmarket or marvel at some of the oldest buildings in the city in Bryggen Hanseatic Wharf.

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Drive from Bergen towards the Hardanger fjord. Stop at Steindalsfossen waterfall just before reaching Norheimsund. Continue to Bruravik, from where you will cross the Hardangerfjord. Ascend to the Måbødalen Valley, but make sure to stop at the spectacular Vøringsfossen Waterfall, with a height of 182 metres, before continuing across Hardangervidda Mountain Plateau, which often boasts of beautiful snow-capped mountain peaks.

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Drive from Geilo to Torpo, where you will see the beautiful Torpo Stave Church that dates back to the 12th century. Continue via Gol through the beautiful Hallingdal Valley and along Lake Tyri to Oslo. The Norwegian capital is beautifully situated at the head of the Oslo Fjord and surrounded by forested ridges. Oslo offers many well-known sights such as the Vigeland Sculpture Park, the Viking Ship Museum, the Munch Museum and Oslo Opera House.