Independent & Self Drive

Our independent Scandinavian journeys are designed for those who enjoy travelling at their own pace. We organise a variety of transport options — whether it’s car hire, private transfers, rail, ferries, or similar — giving you the freedom to explore on your terms.

When travelling independently, you’ll find that most people speak English and are more than happy to assist you wherever possible.

At 50 Degrees North, we pride ourselves on using the local knowledge of our Destination Specialists to recommend hotels that perfectly complement a stress-free holiday. By entrusting us with the practical details, such as booking accommodation and arranging car hire, rail tickets, and other transport, you can focus on what truly matters — deciding what to see and experience next.

With nearly 100 independent and self-drive itinerary packages across Scandinavia, Iceland, and the Baltic States, there’s something to suit every taste and budget. We also specialise in heritage trips to the region. If you don’t see your dream journey, don’t hesitate to get in touch — our teams will be happy to help customise the perfect trip for you.

Destination
Season
Duration
Tour Standard
Hotel Aak

Local Secrets of Norway by Rail

7 days - Discover untamed mountains and secluded fjords with local boutique stays and Rauma Railway

USD 4,380 From
  • Premium
  • Norway
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Hotel Ullensvang in Hardangerfjord

Heroes of Telemark and Hardangerfjord self drive

9 days - An in-depth self drive itinerary from Oslo to Bergen via Telemark and Hardangerfjord

USD 4,773 From
  • NEW ITINERARY FOR 2026
  • Norway
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Scandinavian Capitals by rail & ferry - Independent

13 days - Independent tour with emphasis on city stays and some fabulous fjord scenery.

USD 3,393 From
  • Best seller
  • Norway
  • Denmark
  • Sweden
  • Finland
  • Estonia
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Visit Stockholm

Stockholm - Extravagant Long Weekend

4 days - Long Weekend designed for luxury travellers in Stockholm with local, sustainable excursions.

USD 2,857 From
  • Premium
  • Sweden
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Lieselotte van der Meijs, Visit Sweden

Stockholm - Family Fun Long Weekend

4 days - Long Weekend designed for active families in Stockholm with local, sustainable excursions.

USD 9,467 From
  • Sweden
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Visit Norway, Vidar Moløkken

Beautiful Norway

8 days - Travelling from Oslo to Bergen, this journey connects Norway’s iconic landscapes and quieter corners through shared scenic travel and time to explore independently.

Sale USD 3,152 USD 2,848 From
  • Oslo to Bergen
  • Traveller Award for Innovation
  • Norway
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Photo Didrick Stenersen

Oslo - Family Fun Long Weekend

4 days - Long Weekend designed for active families in Oslo with local, sustainable excursions.

USD 3,086 From
  • Norway
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Juvet Landscape Hotel

Norway by Design and History with Juvet

7 days - Historic and Design Hotels of Norway - an independent self-drive through the fjords and coast of Norway.

USD 6,720 From
  • Premium
  • Juvet books out early
  • Norway
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Scandinavian Gems

10 days - Premium tour with emphasis on luxury city stays and fabulous fjord scenery

USD 12,285 From
  • Premium
  • Private Meet & Greets
  • Sweden
  • Denmark
  • Norway
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Treasures of the Baltic States

10 days - Independent premium tour, including private transfers and boutique accommodation

USD 6,876 From
  • Premium
  • Lithuania
  • Estonia
  • Latvia
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Lyngen Lodge Spring and Summer

Tromsø & Lyngen Alps - summer

7 days - Independent tour enjoying a luxurious lodge in the Norwegian mountains.

USD 4,288 From
  • Yoga and Wellness
  • Norway
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Claes Bech-Poulsen

Faroe Islands Active Short Break

5 days - Discover the Faroe Islands for yourself - easily combined with Iceland.

USD 1,531 From
  • Faroe Islands
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Midnight Sun in Lapland

5 days - Independent summer tour in Finland with lake cruises and midnight hikes

USD 1,747 From
  • Connect with Norwegian Coastal Voyage
  • Finland
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Lofoten Insight

Summer Journey in Northern Norway & Lofoten

8 days - Small group Arctic summer journey from Bodø to Tromsø, combining coastal sailing, Lofoten’s fishing villages and Senja’s wild landscapes under the midnight sun.

Sale USD 5,701 USD 5,140 From
  • NEW TOUR FOR 2026
  • Norway
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Maverix, Visit Norway

Best of Norway Small Group Tour

8 days - Small group summer tour from Oslo through Norway’s mountain valleys and UNESCO-listed fjords to Bergen, designed for scenic travel and regional character throughout.

Sale USD 3,998 USD 3,403 From
  • Norway
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Andrey Armyagov

Scenic Fjords of Norway Small Group Tour

10 days - Small group journey along Norway’s western coast and fjords from Bergen to Trondheim, combining coastal ferries, glacier valleys and historic waterfront stays.

Sale USD 5,321 USD 4,792 From
  • Norway
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Norway In-depth Small Group Tour

17 days - The ultimate small group summer journey through Norway’s fjords, coastal villages and National Scenic Routes, from Oslo to Trondheim.

Sale USD 9,064 USD 8,855 From
  • Norway
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Cameron Benson

Scandinavian Capitals and Fjords

16 days - Small group summer journey linking Norway’s fjords with five Nordic capitals, travelling by rail, ferry and scenic coastal routes in boutique comfort.

Sale USD 7,618 USD 6,505 From
  • Norway
  • Denmark
  • Sweden
  • Finland
  • Estonia
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M. Dickson/Foap - Visitnorway.com

Scandinavian Capitals and Fjords in Autumn

16 days - Small group autumn/fall tour from Norway’s iconic fjords and mountain passes to the Nordic capitals, designed for scenic travel and relaxed exploration.

Sale USD 7,025 USD 6,339 From
  • Norway
  • Denmark
  • Sweden
  • Finland
  • Estonia
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Luosto

Rovaniemi and Glass Igloo Escape

6 days - Visit Rovaniemi and Luosto with winter wonderland experiences

USD 2,701 From
  • Finland
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Juutua outside

Lapland Festive Stay at Juutua

5 days - Pre-Christmas Winter Adventure with huskies, snowmobiles, aurora camp, and Arctic sauna

USD 2,164 From
  • 2026 RELEASED
  • Finland
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Visit Norway

Norwegian Winter Family Adventure

5 days - Family 'Frozen' adventure in Alta and the Snowhotel

USD 2,826 From
  • Norway
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Iceland Active Tour

Active Iceland

8 days - Self-drive independent tour with Silfra snorkelling, glacier walking and into the volcanoes.

USD 5,013 From
  • Premium
  • Iceland
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Iceland Adventure Tours

Snæfellsnes & Golden Circle self-drive

10 days - Independent tour with glaciers, caves, Silfra snorkelling and geothermal baths.

USD 8,870 From
  • Premium
  • Iceland
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FaroeIslandsphoto.com

Faroe Islands Adventure

5 days - Short stay in Tórshavn with adventurous activities exploring the Faroe Islands

USD 2,955 From
  • Faroe Islands
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Best of Iceland

12 days - Independent premium self-drive tour in Iceland

USD 7,660 From
  • Premium
  • Iceland
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Green Forests & Blue Lakes - self drive in Finland

8 days - Journey into Finland’s Heart and Soul

USD 3,917 From
  • Premium
  • Finland
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Per Pixel Petersson

Oslo to Gothenburg - self drive

6 days - Coastal driving along Sweden's west coast

USD 2,325 From
  • Our favourite route
  • Norway
  • Sweden
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South Iceland & Vestmannaeyjar self drive

9 days - Explore glaciers, volcanoes and Vestmannaeyjar

USD 4,475 From
  • Iceland
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Aurland 292

Highlights of Norway Premium

5 days - An elevated self-guided journey from Oslo to Bergen via the Flåm Railway, with premium inclusions.

USD 5,279 From
  • Premium
  • Norway
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Bergen to Trondheim - self drive

6 days - Drive the Atlantic Road via Loen Skylift and Trollstigen with the Norwegian Coast and Fjords

USD 4,504 From
  • Norway
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Snæfellsnes & North Iceland self drive

8 days - Whale Watching and boutique accommodation on this independent tour of Iceland.

USD 3,547 From
  • Iceland
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Visit Greenland

A Taste of Greenland

6 day - Independent tailor-made Greenland travel package.

USD 1,960 From
  • Best seller
  • Greenland
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Treasures of the Faroe Islands - self drive

9 days - Get off the beaten track & explore Faroe Islands

USD 4,315 From
  • Books out early
  • Faroe Islands
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Basecamp Nordenskiöld Svalbard

5 days - Independent adventure tour | True Arctic Wilderness.

USD 8,186 From
  • Premium
  • Svalbard
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Private Iceland Premium Summer Adventure

6 days - Summer tour of Iceland with private tours

USD 9,810 From
  • Premium
  • Iceland
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Iceland Westfjords self drive

11 days - Independent self drive | Látrabjarg cliffs | Dynjandi waterfalls

USD 5,767 From
  • Iceland
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Iceland with Kids - self-drive holiday

9 days - Self-drive highlights of Iceland, done simply.

USD 4,858 From
  • Iceland
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Blue Lagoon

Iceland Stopover

5 days - Independent stopover tour of Iceland in the glory of summer.

USD 2,549 From
  • Iceland
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Norwegian Coast, Lofoten & Tromsø

11 days - Norwegian Coastal Voyage, stopping longer in Lofoten and Tromsø

USD 5,343 From
  • Norway
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A Royal Affair in Copenhagen

7 Days - Self-drive tour of Copenhagen and North Zealand on a royal path

USD 3,848 From
  • Premium
  • Denmark
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Couple at Christmas Market, Stockholm Old Town. Credit: Visit Stockholm, Henrik T

A Taste of Stockholm

4 days - A perfect short getaway to Sweden

USD 1,228 From
  • Sweden
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Autumn Senja, Wildlife & Auroras

5 days - Northern Norway Wildlife Safari, Northern Lights and Tromsø

USD 2,101 From
  • NEW ITINERARY FOR 2026
  • Norway
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Anne Olsen, Nord Norge

Autumn Tranquility in Alta

5 days - Autumn Holiday in Alta, Northern Norway

USD 4,614 From
  • Norway
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Levi Glass Igloos

Beana Laponia and Levi Glass Igloos

5 days - Independent adults only stay at two luxury properties in Finnish Lapland

USD 4,027 From
  • Best Seller
  • Finland
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Riga by Canal

Beautiful Baltic States by Rail

7 days - Independent tour from Tallinn to Riga and Vilnius

USD 2,130 From
  • Unique tours offered
  • NEW TRIP 2025
  • Estonia
  • Latvia
  • Lithuania
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© Niclas Jessen

Bornholm - A Danish Summer Paradise

6 days - Independent tour of Denmark's island oasis, Bornholm.

USD 2,591 From
  • Premium
  • Denmark
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Riga

Charming Riga

5 day - Short stay in Riga combining cultural highlights, nature escapes and local gastronomy

USD 1,824 From
  • NEW ITINERARY FOR 2026
  • Latvia
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Image credit: Julia Gal and Moments of Gregory - Levi Igloos

Christmas in Levi Glass Igloos

5 days - Spend Christmas in the heart of Northern Finland

USD 6,356 From
  • 2026 RELEASED
  • Finland
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©Mark Gray

Copenhagen Getaway

6 days - The best of Copenhagen with a beach break

USD 4,195 From
  • Premium
  • Denmark
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Bretagne Hotel

Copenhagen, Castles, and Seaside Stay

5 days - Self-drive exploration of the Danish highlights

USD 1,140 From
  • NEW ITINERARY FOR 2026
  • Denmark
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Dragsholm Castle

Culinary Copenhagen and Castle Stay

5 days - Culinary Copenhagen and Castle Stay

USD 4,253 From
  • Premium
  • NEW ITINERARY FOR 2026
  • Denmark
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Denmark's Viking Trail

7 days - Visit Denmark's charming villages and best scenery as you explore it's Viking history.

USD 2,107 From
  • Denmark
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Faroe Islands Horse

Family Adventure Self-Drive of the Faroe Islands

6 days - Family Adventure tour with local and authentic experiences

USD 4,099 From
  • Faroe Islands
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Blue Lagoon Mask Bar

Fire, Ice & the Blue Lagoon - Summer

5 days - Independent tour of Iceland in the glory of summer.

USD 2,340 From
  • Iceland
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Fire, Ice & the Blue Lagoon - winter

5 days - Independent winter tour of Iceland with Northern Lights focus.

USD 2,385 From
  • Iceland
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Alexander Mazurov

From the Sea to the Lakes - self drive in Finland

10 days - Journey into Finland’s Cultural Heritage

USD 3,856 From
  • Premium
  • Finland
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Blue Lagoon

Golden Circle & Northern Highlights - Summer

7 day - An independent summer tour of Iceland

USD 4,173 From
  • Iceland
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Gothenburg to Stockholm - short self drive

5 Day - Independent self-drive between two of Sweden's largest cities.

USD 1,289 From
  • Sweden
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Dragsholm Castle, Denmark

Gourmet and Heritage self-drive in Denmark

7 Days - Self-drive tour of the Gourmet and Heritage sites of Denmark

USD 3,743 From
  • NEW ITINERARY FOR 2026
  • Denmark
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Nuuk by Nuuk Water Taxi

Greenland Escape in Nuuk

5 day - Independent tailor-made Greenland travel package to the capital Nuuk

USD 1,603 From
  • NEW ITINERARY 2025
  • Greenland
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Barö

Helsinki and Archipelago Stay with Barö

6 days - A calm, experience-led journey blending city culture and archipelago living

USD 3,439 From
  • Finland
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Haltia Lake Lodge

Helsinki and Boutique Lake Lodge Stay

5 day - City-break combining Helsinki and boutique lodge at Nuuksio National Park

USD 2,110 From
  • NEW ITINERARY 2025
  • Finland
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Hawkhill Cottage Resort

Helsinki and Lakeside Cabin Experience

5 day - Helsinki & authentic Finnish cabin retreat in Nuuksio National Park

USD 3,379 From
  • NEW ITINERARY 2025
  • Finland
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Visit Finland and Visit Porvoo

Helsinki and Porvoo Culture and Heritage Getaway

5 day - Explore the culture and heritage of Helsinki and historic Porvoo

USD 1,768 From
  • Premium
  • NEW ITINERARY 2025
  • Finland
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Highlight of the Faroe Islands

4 days - Short stay in Tórshavn with day tours exploring the Faroe Islands

USD 2,935 From
  • Premium
  • Books out early
  • Faroe Islands
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Image credit: Maren Solem

Highlights of Norway

4 days - An independent journey through Norway’s classic fjord landscapes by rail, bus and ferry, including the Flåm Railway.

USD 1,318 From
  • Norway
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Highlights of Norway in Winter

5 days - Independent winter journey between Oslo and Bergen, including the Flåm Railway, with cosy historic hotels and classic fjord experiences.

USD 1,901 From
  • Norway
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Vidar Moløkken - Visit Norway

Highlights of Norway with Cycling

5 days - The classic Oslo to Bergen rail and fjord journey, with cycling on the historic Rallarvegen

USD 1,664 From
  • Norway
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Fjærland Guiding

Highlights of Norway with Fjordside Boutique Stays

7 days – A beautiful summer twist on the classic Oslo-Bergen fjord journey, with charming hotels in Aurland and Fjærland and private transfers throughout.

USD 6,758 From
  • NEW ITINERARY 2025
  • Norway
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Highlights of Scandinavia

12 days - Independent tour with city tours, fjord stay and insider experiences.

USD 5,398 From
  • Denmark
  • Norway
  • Sweden
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Highlights of Sognefjord

4 days - An independent journey through the Sognefjord by rail and fjord boat, centred on Norway’s most dramatic fjord landscapes.

USD 1,111 From
  • Norway
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Hiking in the Faroe Islands - self-drive

8 days - Set your own agenda and pace on this hiking tour.

USD 2,276 From
  • Faroe Islands
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Icebergs & Whales of Greenland

7 day - Independent tailor-made Greenland tour of West Coast Greenland.

USD 4,237 From
  • Greenland
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The Retreat Spa Iceland

Iceland & Copenhagen Deluxe

6 days - Visit Iceland and Copenhagen with Icelandair and VisitDenmark.

USD 7,723 From
  • Premium
  • Iceland
  • Denmark
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Iceland and Faroe Islands

7 days - Independent tour with guided activities and local day tours

USD 5,424 From
  • Iceland
  • Faroe Islands
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Wilderness Hotel Inari

Lapland Arctic Highlights

5 days - Adventure and Northern Lights in a Wilderness Lodge in Finland

USD 2,091 From
  • Finland
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Lauri Kivikataja/Visit Finland

Lapland Christmas Adventure

5 days - Christmas Winter Adventure in the Saariselkä Wilderness Hotel

USD 5,605 From
  • 2026 RELEASED
  • Finland
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Wilderness Hotels

Lapland Festive Adventure

5 days - Pre-Christmas Winter Adventure in a Wilderness Lodge in Finland

USD 2,257 From
  • 2026 RELEASED
  • Finland
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Wilderness Hotel

Lapland New Years Adventure

5 days - New Years Winter Adventure in the Saariselkä Wilderness Hotel

USD 5,036 From
  • NEW ITINERARY 2025
  • Finland
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Iceland Ice Caves

Lava, Hotsprings and Glaciers

7 days - Independent self-drive tour around southern Iceland

USD 3,035 From
  • Iceland
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Kathrine Sorgard

Local Secrets of Northern Norway

7 days - Visit the best of Helgeland and Lofoten on this independent adventure.

USD 3,443 From
  • NEW ITINERARY FOR 2026
  • Norway
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Alexander Kühn

Local Secrets of Northern Norway with Northern Lights

6 days - Visit the best of Helgeland and Lofoten on this independent Northern Lights adventure.

USD 2,535 From
  • Norway
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Local Secrets of the Faroe Islands

7 days - Self-drive with Heima i Stovu and Tórshavn with local family hosted dinner

USD 5,710 From
  • Faroe Islands
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Visit Norway

Lofoten and Norwegian Coast Cruise

9 days - Norwegian Coastal Voyage with a longer stop in Lofoten.

USD 4,431 From
  • Norway
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Lofoten Culinary Food Week

7 days - Cooking Classes, Exclusive Experiences and Sea Adventures

USD 7,539 From
  • Premium
  • Norway
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Nusfjord Arctic Resort

Lofoten Explorer

7 days - Seeing is believing - these islands are magical

USD 3,646 From
  • Self-drive
  • Norway
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George Turner

Log Cabins & Bears of Finland - self drive

6 days - Bear Safari, Wildlife and Hiking in Finland

USD 2,283 From
  • Finland
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Fjord

Mountains, Fjords & Norwegian Coastal Voyage

13 days - Classic Norway in a Nutshell® tour, Oslo and Norwegian Coastal voyage through Norway.

USD 5,880 From
  • Norway
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New Year's Eve

New Year's Eve in Levi Glass Igloos

5 days - Spend New Year's Eve in the heart of Northern Finland

USD 5,693 From
  • 2026 RELEASED
  • Finland
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©Maja Grønholdt Jensen

Nordic Capitals Gourmet

10 days - Classic independent tour plus food tours and special touches.

USD 4,293 From
  • Food tours included
  • Sweden
  • Denmark
  • Norway
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By Visit Greenland

Northern Lights & Arctic Adventures in Greenland

Experience the magic of Greenland’s winter on this 4-day adventure in Nuuk. Explore the vibrant capital, hike through pristine Arctic landscapes, cruise among icebergs, and chase the Northern Lights by boat and car.

USD 1,685 From
  • NEW ITINERARY FOR 2026
  • Greenland
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Kviknes Hotel Norway

Norway's Classic Fjords

6 days - All the fjord favourites in one tour; Kviknes Hotel, Norway in a Nutshell® and Bergen.

USD 2,379 From
  • Norway
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Norway's Southern Fjords and Pulpit Rock

7 days - Independent tour hiking Pulpit Rock, visiting Stavanger and Bergen then spa retreat on the fjords

USD 2,300 From
  • Norway
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Marius Beck Dahle

Norwegian Coastal Voyage & Nordic Capitals

23 days - Independent cruise and tour of Scandinavia's coast and capitals.

USD 8,804 From
  • Sweden
  • Denmark
  • Norway
  • Finland
  • Estonia
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Norwegian Fjords Hike & Bike

10 days - Experience the Norwegian fjords the active way, combining scenic cycling, rewarding hikes and classic fjord journeys.

USD 3,791 From
  • Norway
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Hotel Continental, Oslo

Oslo - Extravagant Long Weekend

4 days - Long Weekend designed for luxury travellers in Oslo with local, unique excursions.

USD 3,076 From
  • Premium
  • Norway
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Pan Treetop Cabin

Oslo and the PAN Treetop Cabins

5 days - Stay above the treetops surrounded by the Norwegian forest

USD 2,493 From
  • Norway
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Oslo Norway

Oslo Essentials Long Weekend

4 days - Long Weekend or minibreak in Oslo with local, unique excursions.

USD 1,287 From
  • Norway
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Oslo to Bergen - self drive

6 days - Discover Hoven Loen, Fjærland, Flåm and Lom on this classic fjord route.

USD 2,279 From
  • Norway
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Romantic Tallinn

4 day - Short stay in Tallinn to combine with Finland or Sweden holidays

USD 1,301 From
  • Estonia
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Rovaniemi and Glass Igloo Escape in the Autumn

6 days - Visit Rovaniemi and Luosto with authentic and wild autumn experiences

USD 1,741 From
  • NEW ITINERARY FOR 2026
  • Finland
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Scandinavian Family Fun - Luxury

9 days - Premium tour with emphasis on luxury city stays and family adventures

USD 7,044 From
  • Premium
  • Sweden
  • Denmark
  • Norway
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Stockholm and Idyllic Swedish Countryside Self Drive

6 days - Nature trails, endless coastal sunsets, islands and unique farm accommodation.

USD 1,525 From
  • Sweden
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Stockholm Archipelago

5 day - Be charmed by the sea and sailing in these Swedish islands.

USD 1,153 From
  • Sweden
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Kuressaarecastle-PriiduSaart Saarenmaa

Tallinn & Island Heritage Escape

7 days - Explore Estonia’s cultural treasures from Tallinn to Saaremaa and Muhu Island

USD 2,295 From
  • NEW ITINERARY FOR 2026
  • Estonia
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Jonas Wurster

Trolltunga, Kjerag & Pulpit Rock

8 days - Experience jaw-dropping views with 'off the beaten track' experiences

USD 2,747 From
  • Three iconic spots
  • Norway
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Visit Norway, Vidar Moløkken

Tromsø, Senja & Lofoten

8 days - Drive the spectacular National Tourist Route of Norway

USD 3,858 From
  • Our favourite
  • Norway
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Untamed Iceland Deluxe

14 days - Independent deluxe self-drive tour in Iceland

USD 14,021 From
  • Premium
  • The Ultimate Iceland itinerary
  • Iceland
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Vilnius Castles and Ancient Capitals

4 day - Discover Vilnius through history, scenic landscapes, and unforgettable experiences

USD 1,913 From
  • Lithuania
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White beaches, Sea & Manshausen Island

4 days - Stay in designer accommodation on Norway's coast.

USD 2,156 From
  • Norway
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