Norway · TOURS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 tours & days out worth the money in an expensive country, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Pursue the Northern Lights from Tromsø in a Mercedes minibus with thermal suits, hot drinks, and included pro photos.
“Matti was a wonderful guide. Did his best to find us the best spots and was very knowledgeable about the northern lights. Not only got great pictures, but learned so much about the aurora. Overall great experience to have with or without the lights”
Half-day Tromsø fjords and Sommarøy tour with beach picnic. Taste smoked salmon, local cheeses, and swim in Arctic waters.
“The experience was stunning!! Definitely worths it. When we started the weather was snowy and windy but Christian, the bus driver did an amazing job transferring us to all those magical places. Johana, our tour guide is very enthusiastic about her job and did her best to transmit us all those interesting information making our trip even more pleasant. She was even kind enough to share more details about places to visit and things to do in Tromso. The nature was breathtaking and we got a great taste of the Nordic landscapes in winter. Definitely recommend!!”
Small-boat fjord cruise from Bergen to the Mostraumen Channel, with English guidance, outdoor deck time, and warm indoor views.
“The activity was simply wonderfull. Almost 4hrs on the fljord. The boat is very comfortable, with on board seats, toillets and bar. The number of guests on the boat was suitable for the boat size and it very easy to move around the boat. The tour itself, was beautiful . The Mostraumen Fjord, is an amazing place. we loved it.”
Hand-feed 300 reindeer near Tromsø, enjoy fire-cooked Sami lunch, and warm up with yoik stories and songs in a lavvu hut.
“I loveeee the whole experience. There’s so many reindeers to feed that you can really just spread around to find a spot. The reindeers are friendly too. The Sami story session was also really fun with lots of stories and singing. If you cannot eat gamey food, then opt for vegetarian soup. If not, i heard some people asking for second servings of the reindeer soup. There’s hot drinks and cookies provided as well”
Ferry-hopped Oslo islands with a guided walk to Hovedøya abbey ruins and cabin beaches, with warm drinks in winter. 4 hours.
“A great overview of the 2 islands- we went in winter. The morning was freezing but pristine. Carolina our guide was very lovely, full of interesting bits and pieces, and secret spots. Morning tea break on the beach with a view was much appreciated & enjoyed. Definitely worth booking.”
7-hour Tromsø Northern Lights chase by warm bus with hot drinks, Wi-Fi, photo guidance, and a 50% second-night deal if skies fail.
“It was amazing, the staff were great and the northern lights were on display all night.”
3.5 hours of Geirangerfjord highlights by guided coach: Dalsnibba Skywalk, Flydalsjuvet, Eagle Bend, and Seven Sisters views.
“Our tour guide Daniel was great and so was the driver Nicholas.”
6-hour small-group northern lights chase from Tromsø with minibus drives, thermal suits, bonfire meal, and free guide photos.
“Our guide Kamil was very knowledgeable and energetic, and made the entire experience very memorable. I was initially annoyed that the tour started earlier at 4 as we barely had time to get from the airport, but this turned out to be a smart decision as we had good weather, we saw the lights dancing, and there was no one around as the rest of the tours arrived later.”
A 6-hour Tromsø bus hunt for the Northern Lights with GPS routing, bilingual guides, and free guided photography support.
“We had an absolutely unforgettable experience chasing the Northern Lights near Tromsø. Everything was perfectly organized, and the atmosphere was amazing from start to finish. A very special thank you to our guides, Eneas and Jose, for their incredible explanations, contagious joy, and constant good mood. They made the whole experience not only informative but also genuinely fun and human. Their passion and positive energy truly made the night magical. We couldn’t have asked for better guides, highly recommended, but maybe just work on the music playlist on the bus!”
Ride Oslo’s highlights in 3 hours on a comfy city bike, with City Hall, Akershus Fortress, the Royal Palace, Frogner, and fjord views for $62.
“Took us to all the essential places in Oslo, with time to explore the fortress and Vigeland Sculpture Park on our own. Route was a little busy in parts and you had to dodge people at times but otherwise very easy riding. Our guide was excellent, nobody was left behind and it was a good pace.”
A 2-hour small-group Bergen walk blending Bergenhus fortress history, UNESCO Bryggen trade stories, and local everyday life tips.
“A very interesting tour. A two-hour walk around interesting places in Bergen, with a nice guide speaking excellent English. Reccomendations for interesting attractions, museums, places to eat. Good way to start your visit in Bergen.”
Bergen Past and Present walking tour with an English local guide, Bergenhus Fortress to Bryggen UNESCO, then Fjellsiden and modern food streets.
“This tour is a great introduction to Bergen for first-time visitors, and a good refresher for repeat visitors. Our tour guide, Jeff, was interesting and informative. He gave us a good overview of the history of Bergen and what it’s like to live there now, as well as sightseeing tips and excellent restaurant recommendations.”
A 5-hour Arctic fjords roadtrip from Tromsø with photo stops, wildlife odds, and a warm homemade picnic on Sommarøy.
“This was an exceptional day out with Tomas (our guide) and Anna (our driver). They were both very engaging, giving lots of information throughout the journey. We learned more about the Tromso region in 5 hours than we did in the previous days. The snowy scenery was breathtaking including both a sunrise and a sunset. Highlights were stops at Kvaloysletta (for sunrise), Erstfjordbotn (an absolutely stunning fjord) and Sammaroy beach (where we had a beach picnic around a warming fire). We also saw 2 Golden Eagles flying above us at the last stop. All in all a great day out and excellent value for money. Big thanks to Tomas and…”
Ride reindeer sleds through Arctic scenery near Tromsø, feed a Sámi herd, and warm up with Bidos at a Sámi camp.
“When booking, the experience did seem to be expensive but went ahead as not sure whether we would return to Tromso again. A great decision as we were looked after extremely well. Not one aspect of the day was a disappointment and we would definitely recommend the trip.”
A 2-hour guided walk in Bergen linking Vågen harbor, Bryggen’s Hanseatic trade, and St. Mary’s Church, with local tips.
“Martin was FANTASTIC. Very informative, engaging and knowledgeable. He knows a lot more than the tour offers so ask away!”
Water, snow, sky and the towns in between.
