Activity Holidays in Norway

Overview

Quite simply one of the most beautiful countries on earth, Norway boasts epic coastlines of dizzying fjords, a labyrinth of looming grey mountains at its interior, mountainous islands that erupt directly from the sea and nestle strings of perfect villages, and of course, vast Arctic expanses.

With all these dramatic landscapes, Norway is also one of the world’s best natural adventure playgrounds. Whether it’s sea kayaking, rock climbing, hang gliding, skiing, white water rafting, or simply hiking, there is no end of options when it comes to truly making the most of Norway’s nature. There is so much to explore in Norway, whether by land or sea, you’ll learn to expect only the most breathtaking views.

And it’s attractions aren’t limited to the natural world – Norway is also home to cutting-edge cuisine and design, which means whether you’re searching the slick streets of Oslo for a fine-dining experience, or exploring a gorgeous fishing village on the hunt for some traditional fare, Norway is sure to delight all senses.

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  • Norway Summer Odyssey

    14 Nights Norway
    • Self drive and train experience
    • World famous train journeys, scenic fjord cruises
    • Private guided walking tours
    • Glacier hike experience

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    £3229 pp
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  • Gateway to the Arctic, 4-Night Tromsø Winter Experience

    4 Nights Norway
    • Premium Accommodation
    • Whale Watching Experience
    • Northern Lights Chase & Husky Safari
    • Private hot tub experience

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    £2030 per person*
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  • Get To Know Lofoten

    5 Nights Norway
    • Stay in Fishermen's Cabins
    • Kayak Trip
    • Fjord cruise
    • Viking Village Museum

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    £1800 per person*
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  • Experience the Norwegian Fjords by Boat and Train

    7 Nights Norway
    • Travel Norway by Rail and Ferry
    • Stops in Bergen, Aurland & Balestrand
    • Family Friendly
    • Includes Fjord Cruise

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    £2368 per person*
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  • Norway Winter Break Snow Hotel and Northern Lights

    4 Nights Norway
    • Northern Lights by Husky Sled
    • Fishing trip for King Crab
    • Local home visit in Kirkenes
    • Stay in unique cabin accommodation

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    £2084 pp
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  • Oslo to Bergen Adventure Week

    6 Nights Norway
    • Includes Famous Train Journeys of Norway
    • Ferry trip in the Fjords
    • Food & Beer pairing experience
    • Guided tours of Oslo, Bergen and famous Borgund Church

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    £2368 pp
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  • Paris of the North, a Tromsø Winter Experience

    3 Nights Norway
    • Premium Accommodation
    • Whale Watching Experience
    • Northern Light Chase
    • Husky Safari

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    £1569 per person*
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  • Fjords and the Midnight Sun in Norway

    8 Nights Norway
    • Boutique hotels and fishermen's Cabin stays
    • Includes famous rail journeys
    • Luxury fjord cruise & Kayaking
    • Bergen tour with a local guide

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    £2822 per person*
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  • Secrets of Bergen

    3 Hours Norway

    Get to know the gateway to the fjords better than any tourist, on this tour of the stunning city of Bergen that helps yo..

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    £114 pp
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    • Norway Summer Odyssey

      14 Nights Norway
      • Self drive and train experience
      • World famous train journeys, scenic fjord cruises
      • Private guided walking tours
      • Glacier hike experience

      Price from

      £3229 pp
      Take me there
    • Gateway to the Arctic, 4-Night Tromsø Winter Experience

      4 Nights Norway
      • Premium Accommodation
      • Whale Watching Experience
      • Northern Lights Chase & Husky Safari
      • Private hot tub experience

      Price from

      £2030 per person*
      Take me there
    • Get To Know Lofoten

      5 Nights Norway
      • Stay in Fishermen's Cabins
      • Kayak Trip
      • Fjord cruise
      • Viking Village Museum

      Price from

      £1800 per person*
      Take me there
    • Experience the Norwegian Fjords by Boat and Train

      7 Nights Norway
      • Travel Norway by Rail and Ferry
      • Stops in Bergen, Aurland & Balestrand
      • Family Friendly
      • Includes Fjord Cruise

      Price from

      £2368 per person*
      Take me there
    • Norway Winter Break Snow Hotel and Northern Lights

      4 Nights Norway
      • Northern Lights by Husky Sled
      • Fishing trip for King Crab
      • Local home visit in Kirkenes
      • Stay in unique cabin accommodation

      Price from

      £2084 pp
      Take me there
    • Oslo to Bergen Adventure Week

      6 Nights Norway
      • Includes Famous Train Journeys of Norway
      • Ferry trip in the Fjords
      • Food & Beer pairing experience
      • Guided tours of Oslo, Bergen and famous Borgund Church

      Price from

      £2368 pp
      Take me there
    • Paris of the North, a Tromsø Winter Experience

      3 Nights Norway
      • Premium Accommodation
      • Whale Watching Experience
      • Northern Light Chase
      • Husky Safari

      Price from

      £1569 per person*
      Take me there
    • Fjords and the Midnight Sun in Norway

      8 Nights Norway
      • Boutique hotels and fishermen's Cabin stays
      • Includes famous rail journeys
      • Luxury fjord cruise & Kayaking
      • Bergen tour with a local guide

      Price from

      £2822 per person*
      Take me there
    • Secrets of Bergen

      3 Hours Norway

      Get to know the gateway to the fjords better than any tourist, on this tour of the stunning city of Bergen that helps yo..

      Price from

      £114 pp
      Take me there

    Best Time to Visit Norway

    General

    Few countries are so affected by the seasons as Norway – it might be dark and cold in the winter, but get far enough north and you’ll give yourself a chance at seeing nature’s very own light show – the aurora borealis.

    In the summer, expect festivals galore, endless hours of sun, terraces alive with energy and incredible opportunities to explore the great outdoors.

    Unmissable Highlights in Norway

    There are so many amazing you can do on a trip to Norway, from boat rides along the beautiful fjords to sampling some of the amazing food. Here are some of the activities that we think should be top of your list of things to do!

     

    Why Choose Not in the Guidebooks?

    At Not in the Guidebooks we work closely with our local hosts to ensure that all our trips are sustainable, and bring real benefits to the local people. Tom, our local guide is passionate about the local environment and communities in Norway, he told us that for him sustainability is about “reducing the negative impacts and enhancing the positive impacts of our travels,” – and we couldn’t agree more!

    Learn more about our sustainability commitments and what we are doing to better travel.

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