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5 days | Independent tour | Dec-Mar | Oslo to Bergen
Classic Standard – This is a new itinerary that has the same thoughtful route design, trusted local partnerships and carefully paced experiences that define our travel style, with accommodation centred on comfortable 3-star hotels in convenient locations.
Highlights of Norway in Winter showcases Norway’s fjords and railways under snow-covered landscapes and crisp winter light, following the classic Oslo–Bergen corridor with seasonal adjustments.
The journey is carefully paced to suit daylight hours and winter conditions.
What you’ll experience
How the journey works
This itinerary is ideal for travellers seeking a calm, scenic winter journey without extreme cold or activities.
Note: One well-known way to travel along this rail and fjord corridor is Norway in a Nutshell® by Fjord Tours, a self-guided transport journey combining trains, fjord cruise and bus travel. As part of this itinerary, the Norway in a Nutshell® by Fjord Tours transport segment is included on selected days, forming part of the overall route.
As a Certified B Corporation, 50 Degrees North has designed this tour using handpicked local hoteliers and suppliers who share our ethos of delivering services and activities of high social and environmental standards.
The CO2-e per person per day of all tours is carefully measured following each season. We fully offset all emissions of our tours on your behalf, and we constantly look at ways to reduce emissions where possible.
Train, boat and bus.
International flights, lunches and dinners not detailed in the program and items of personal nature.
Arrive to Oslo and make your own way to your central hotel in the heart of Oslo. The Norwegian capital has a great deal to offer for the discerning traveller. If you arrive early, we can recommend a walk around the centre of town to view the Parliament, the Castle & the Harbour area.
Catch a train from Oslo to Flåm. The train journey over Northern Europe’s largest mountain plateau is spectacular. In the comfort of your train, watch fjord scenery with beautiful waterfalls, flowing rivers, deep valleys and mountains.
In the afternoon, you check into the hotel in Flåm.
Today you will enjoy a guided winter fjordsafari. Experience the Aurlandsfjord, the UNESCO world heritage Nærøyfjord and the charming little village of Undredal during wintertime. The many waterfalls will be frozen solid, the fjord is calm, the water clear and the snow lies just like frosting on the high, steep mountains. In Undredal we will visit the local shop where you will be served some hot beverages and hear from one of the locals what life is really like living along the fjord. Here you will also have the opportunity to sample and buy the award winning local goat cheese. This trip is available from November to March.
Another alternative is a guided hike into the local mountains, for an exceptional view of the fjord at Stegastein viewpoint in Aurland. Experience how it is to hike on traditional snowshoes. The spectacular landscape has shaped the way of life here for generations and you will stop several times during the tour to share the guides' passion and knowledge about the area. As on traditional Norwegian snowshoe hikes, hot beverages will be served to warm you up. The trip is suitable for beginners and is a fun way to access nature during the winter season. General fitness is required, but no experience is needed. This trip is available from February to March.
This evening, be sure to head out to Ægir Brewpub for a Viking dinner or a local ale (optional cost).
The day begins on the water. A two-hour fjord cruise from Flåm carries you along the Aurlandsfjord and into the narrow, UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord, where steep mountain walls rise directly from the water on either side and the winter stillness gives the landscape a quality that is quite unlike any other season. In winter the waterfalls are frozen solid against the cliff faces and the fjord surface is glasslike and calm.
At Gudvangen, a private van meets you for a guided transfer through to Bergen. The route passes through the Stalheim canyon, one of western Norway's most dramatic valley landscapes, before continuing through Voss and descending toward the coast.
Bergen needs little introduction. Known as Norway's gateway to the fjords, it is a city with genuine character, shaped by its centuries as a Hanseatic trading port and still carrying that history in its streets and buildings. The old wharf at Bryggen, with its distinctive rows of painted timber facades, is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is best explored on foot at a slow pace. The fish market nearby is lively and worth a visit, and the Fløibanen funicular up to Mount Fløyen gives you the best view over the city and the seven mountains that surround it.
After breakfast, continue your journey onwards or home, or enjoy a relaxing stay in Bergen. Ask us for ideas if you want to extend your tour.
All prices listed are per person, based on two people sharing a room. Prices for 2027 are indicative.
This itinerary can easily be shortened or lengthened depending on your travel plans. If you would like to spend more time in the fjords, add nights in Bergen, or incorporate a stop in Voss, where local ski slopes, indoor skydiving at Voss Vind and guided snowshoe tours are all on offer, our destination specialists are happy to help tailor the journey to suit you.
Porter service offers safe and secure transportation of your luggage, allowing you to travel through the fjords between Oslo and Bergen with just an overnight bag. Please pack your overnight bag according to the number of nights you will be away from your main luggage. Bring any valuables and medications with you.
You leave the luggage at the hotel reception before 6:30AM and the Porter Service will pick it up and deliver it to your hotel in Bergen by 9:00PM that same day. It will be stored safely until you arrive in Bergen (up to three to four nights later as required).
Please note that 1 piece of luggage per person is included unless otherwise specified.
Make sure to plan a visit to Oslo, the bustling capital of Norway, and pre-book a session with the floating sauna KOK Oslo. Our Nordic Destination Specialist, Ivy Thompson interviews Kirstin Lorange, founder of floating sauna, KOK Oslo.
Combine your White Christmas in Lapland trip with a visit to one of these exquisite Christmas Markets. Read our updated guide to the festive season.
Oslo's restaurant scene reflects the depth and ambition you would expect from a Scandinavian capital. Drawing on the principles of the New Nordic Food Movement, many of the city's best kitchens build their menus around wild, organic and locally sourced Norwegian ingredients, turning traditional flavours into something genuinely contemporary. But the range here is wide, from long-established institutions to casual neighbourhood spots that reveal a different side of the city altogether.
Travel insurance is compulsory for all tours with 50 Degrees North. The safety of our travellers, staff and operators is a major priority of 50 Degrees North. With an operational office in Norway, 50 Degrees North has access to an up-to-the-minute flow of information regarding the countries we work in. We are also in regular contact with the various operators we use. Their in-depth knowledge and understanding of their various areas is vital.
Norway has a few items that typically surprise first-time visitors. Alcohol and luxury goods are heavily taxed, so prices are higher than you might expect. On the other hand, everyday necessities such as bread and milk are taxed at a lower rate and are generally good value. Eating and drinking out, particularly in restaurants and bars, is where most travellers feel the difference most acutely.
If you enjoy a drink, it is worth bringing your full duty-free allowance into Norway when you arrive. Alcohol bought in Norway is significantly more expensive than in most other countries, and there are many lovely parks, hotel terraces and balconies where you can enjoy what you have brought with you.
Current allowances for travellers entering Norway are set by Norwegian Customs. For the most up-to-date figures, check the official allowances at toll.no before you travel, as these are subject to change. As a general guide, the current duty-free quota for spirits, wine and beer follows a tiered system that allows you to mix and match within set limits. Note that beverages with more than 60% alcohol by volume cannot be imported at all, and you must be over 20 to import spirits above 22% ABV.
It is illegal to bring more than the permitted allowance into Norway without declaring it and paying duty. Customs checks do occur, particularly at ferry and land border crossings.
One thing that catches many travellers by surprise is the cost of razor blades. Good quality razor blades in Norway are expensive compared to most countries, so it is worth stocking up before you arrive.
This is a general packing checklist for Scandinavian winter travel. You don’t need everything every day, but these items cover most winter conditions across the region.
If you’re new to winter travel, start with our guide to travelling in Scandinavia during winter to understand what conditions are really like. For practical advice on managing luggage and day-to-day winter travel, see our Lapland winter packing advice, and for detailed guidance on what to wear and how to layer, read our Snow Clothing Essentials guide.
Outer layers
Base and mid layers
Accessories for warmth
Footwear
Everyday and practical items
Health, documents and electronics
Sun and eye protection
