Where to Go to Norway on a Holiday
Norway offers an incredible mixture of breathtaking beaches, towering mountains and charismatic, historical villages. Norway's stunning landscapes include astonishing slack cliffs capped by glaciers and thunderous waterfalls. Modern innovations and traditions are matched in Oslo and Bergen, which are amongst the most popular destinations for tourists visiting Norway.
How Much Does a Trip to Norway Cost
Norwegians are known for their high costs when it comes to accommodations, traditional Norwegian food, their transport, plus the cost of travelling. Whether you're planning on visiting Norway's capital, other big cities, Norwegian fjords or rural areas, it's possible you will be spending a lot to travel if you don't organise it properly.
We can help you get a better deal for your travel arrangements - be it just for yourself or for the whole family. Browse and compare different Norway holiday packages before placing a booking or simply fill in the contact page form mentioning your budget, desired destination and any specific requirements. We organise bespoke holidays all the time, and we will do our best to meet your needs, so you can benefit of special offers for your Norway holiday.
Baltic Travel Company organises a wide range of holidays to Northern Europe that come with financial protection and flights included that would suit any budget while meeting your travel plans and budget, whether you want to see the Norwegian capital or external sites and famous fjords.
The cost depends on the destination you would like to visit, the length of your stay and the season. A city break in Oslo for 4 days can start from £550 per person, but if you would like to go on an escorted holiday to the Scandinavian Capitals & Norwegian Fjords for 14 days, then the cost can be as high as £6,295 per person.
How Many Days to Go on a Trip to Norway
If you wish to go on a brief city break, then minimum 3 nights would suit you well, especially if you would like to visit the country's capital. You will have plenty of time to stop by the main tourist attractions, such as the National Theatre, Oslo Opera House or the Viking Ship Museum.
However, if you would like to see the incredible natural features and dramatic landscapes that Norway is famous for, then a minimum 5 days stay will allow you to sightsee much more. You will then have the time to discover Norways' rugged peaks and take advantage of the hiking opportunities that raw nature offers.
How Long Is the Norway in a Nutshell Tour
Baltic Travel Company's holiday package Norway in a Nutshell Tour takes 5 days / 4 nights during which you will see the most beautiful scenery in Fjord Norway, and visit Oslo and Bergen. This is one of the most popular holiday packages to Norway.
How to Tour Norway
The best way to tour Norway would be by train, since train travel is most effective, as it is both faster and less expensive compared to bus services.
The Flåmsbana Railway was deemed to be the greatest train ride in the World. This 20km adventure is about climbing mountains past deep ravines and along tall waterfalls to enjoy an unmatched experience. A train trip will allow you explore dramatic scenery without feeling too adventurous if you are not an outdoor person, so it is suitable for everybody.
What is There to Do in Norway
Choose one of our Norway cruises and explore the deep, clear waters of the majestic fjords or enjoy a Norway fly-drive holiday winding through spectacular mountain passes, featuring some of Europe's most dramatic waterfalls and glaciers. Or pick one of our Norway trips packages to go back in time visiting medieval churches and old wooden towns or hike cabin-to-cabin through some of the best hiking trails in the world. These trips offer the best experience during summer months for both locals and international tourists.
You can play golf under the midnight sun, ski down some of the best pistes in Europe or watch the Northern Lights in Norway draw their luminous curtains across the clear night skies and end the day sleeping on reindeer skins in a hotel made of ice.
Because of the vast coastline, seafood is an important component of Norwegian cuisine that you must experience on a trip to Norway. From fresh salmon to dried cod, it makes sense to try one of the many seafood meals that are offered on your trip. Norwegian lambs have been a large part of the meals menu and the grilled meat is delicate and succulent despite the unspoiled habitats and rich vegetation where the grazing sheep live. Their slow-cured lamb legs that have a long history dated to the time when the meat was cooked with fresh mountain air for long winters. Norway aims to achieve sustainable animal feed production and therefore offers some unusual dishes, like smalahove which includes sheep heads and salves.
Norwegian is very family-friendly in many ways, even if you don't speak their official language. With plenty of farm, theme parks & day excursions for everybody, we have something suitable for every holiday and every season. Some cities can be easily reached by walking and offer relaxation and stress-free excursions to museums and attractions.
There are also beaches and waterways, science centres and snowy activities that offer excitement, education and fun for a really invigorating holiday. It's no surprise Norway has some amazing outdoor activities. Mountains extend across all country and there are plenty of great places to go hiking, and practice sports all year long.
When is the Best time to visit Norway
In Norway springs and summers there are plenty of outdoor festivals that make it worthwhile visiting if it is what you are after. Nevertheless, Norway is fascinating on all seasons. During winter time, especially from October to March you get witness the Northern Lights, as the sky is getting a little darker at night creating the perfect atmosphere for you to enjoy such a distinctive natural phenomenon.
A trip to the north during summer allows you enjoy the midnight sun, another fascinating natural phenomenon when the sun never sets. In the northwestern part of the Arctic Circle the winter months are never entirely dark, giving Norwegian the nickname of ‘The Land of the Midnight Moon ’. July and July are the best months to visit Norway with the warmest time of year when you get to experience the famous night sun that creates the ideal environment for hiking, cycling, and kayaking at any time of the day or night.
In the winter, the spectacular landscape of Norway is mostly covered under a blanket of ice and snow. This is a special time for those who enjoy winter sports like downhill and cross country skiing, snow shoeing, snowmobiling, dog sledding and ice skating.
Which City to Visit in Norway
Amongst the most visited cities in Norway we find:
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Oslo, the capital of Norway situated on the southern coast
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Bergen, a city offering spectacular scenery on the southwestern coast surrounded by mountains and fjords
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Trondheim, the technology capital of Norway that is worth checking out
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Stavanger, the ideal place for outdoor people where you can find historical sites and beautiful lakes
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Tromso, one of the best places to go see the Northern Lights
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Haugesund, which used to be the home of the Viking kings
As specialists in the region, we can also tailor holidays to Norway to suit your needs, interests and budgets. We offer short breaks, cruises, guided coach tours and tailor made Norwegian Holidays. Contact us to book your Norway Holidays from the UK today!
Is it Worth Going on a Norway Holiday
Norway is undoubtedly a very beautiful country. The trip offers a unique experience of travelling with varying horizons to discover the Northern Lights, nature's own light show, while a Norwegian fjord vacation particularly deserves to be included on your bucket list!
It is no surprise that throughout the country the landscape is generous when it comes to outdoor activities. Mountains throughout the nation offer plenty of hiking, ski, and winter sports for activity holiday lovers. Exploring fjords and the islands by bicycle is an additional option that has been widely sought-after by tourists from all over the world.
On top of all this, The Norwegian coastline has amazing natural beauty, perfect for an exciting vacation for the families, couples or friends. Travel through the Arctic Circle in northern Norway for whale watching holidays, whilst having the opportunity to watch the magical aurora borealis for an experience of a lifetime. This is a truly outstanding show that nature offers in this corner of the world.
This extraordinary, thinly populated country, not only enjoys significant wealth, but also a genuinely hospitable population that is fiercely proud of being Norwegian, with the natural environment running deep in their veins. Take the chance to learn more about their culture and Viking legacy on a trip to Norway!
How to Plan a Trip to Norway
Simply browse our Norway holidays and choose the holiday packages that most suits you. We know Norway and we will take you there!
Norway is a proud nation with a strong history and a stunning landscape, all eagerly awaiting the chance to leave an everlasting imprint on your soul.
Travel to Norway and experience resorts such as Geilo, Trysil and Lillehammer, offering a wide range of activities for people of all ages. If you simply want to enjoy a frosty Norway holiday, horse reindeer sleigh rides, crackling fires and snowy landscapes, then try some of our recommended boutique mountain hotels and spas.
If you are looking to book Norway breaks to get a bigger picture view of Scandinavia and this whole Nordic region, try our 8 night Scandinavian Capitals Deluxe tour that also features Copenhagen, Stockholm and Helsinki or our 14 night Grand Scandinavia tour with a more in-depth tour of Norway, as well as an introduction to Denmark, Sweden and Finland. This is a Norway holiday giving you the chance to learn more about the Vikings, their heritage and how they influenced the Nordic cultures.
Have a particular place in mind that you would like to visit? We also offer tailored holidays and trips! Take the chance to travel to this amazingly beautiful country, book your holiday with Baltic Travel Company!