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10 days - Escorted summer tour from Oslo to Stockholm
Embark on an extraordinary journey through the wonders of Norway and end in the illustrious capital of Sweden. Experience the diversity of Scandinavia, from the vibrant modern city of Oslo to the gothic cathedrals and viking history of Trondheim. Traverse breathtaking landscapes aboard iconic trains, relishing the beautiful views of Dovrefjell and the Lofoten Archipelago from afar. Discover hidden treasures in Tranøy while staying in the historic keeper's house of a scenic lighthouse. Experience the allure of Narvik and all its natural splendour during your otherworldly stay at Camp 291 – a collection of glass-encased cabins. And finally, ride the Arctic Train through the night to reach Stockholm, the Venice of the North, where guided tours reveal the city's charm. Feel a connection to the Nordic soul, its warrior history and breathtaking landscapes.
Your journey takes you to: Oslo – Trondheim – Bodo – Tranoy – Narvik – Bjornfjell – Stockholm.
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All transportation (by buses, trains, ferries and boats) between destinations is included in the price. This includes travel between Bodø to Narvik by premium 50 Degrees North mini-coach, which will accommodate spontaneous photo stops, as well as food and rest stops.
Arrive in Oslo and take the Airport Express train to your hotel located 50m from the station hall.
In the afternoon we recommend a walk through the city centre to view the Parliament, the Castle and the Harbour area. The new Oslo Opera just nearby the hotel is a must-see, and you may even book tickets for a concert if this is on.
Meet your tour escort this evening for a group welcome dinner.
This morning, you have a full morning guided tour of Oslo. Visit some of the Oslo highlights, including the Kontiki & Fram museums, the Vigeland Sculpture Park, Ekerbergeparken and the Holmenkollen Ski Jump and Museum.
In your free time, discover the new area of Bjorvika with the new Munch Museum and then explore the charming shopping streets, cozy cafés and exciting eateries of Grünerløkka. After going shopping at numerous design boutiques, vintage shops and flea markets, head to the Mathallen food hall for local specialties. Lastly, visit the new National Museum of Norway down by the harbour before finding a spot in one of the local fish restaurants for dinner.
This morning around 10 am, board a train travelling north to Trondheim. This six-hour journey offers magnificent scenery on the journey over Dovrefjell, and a varied landscape over a total distance of 485 kilometres. The highest point on the Dovrebanen is just north of Hjerkinn station, at a whopping 1,024 meters above sea level. Travelling by train is comfortable with free WIFI, cafes and locals to chat to. Arrive around 5 pm and transfer to your hotel.
Tonight dine at the beautiful Hotel Britannia. Be sure to enjoy their luxury spa and wellness centre.
After breakfast, meet your guide for a walk through both the old and new areas of Trondheim – Norway’s oldest city, founded in 970 by the Viking king Olav Tryggvason. Stroll the small alleys, where you can feel the atmosphere from the Middle Ages and enjoy the story of this city in the middle of Norway.
You might have seen the old warehouses and the old town, Bakklandet, in photos. Now it is your turn to feel the atmosphere between the old wooden houses. See The Clemens Church, the first grave church for St. Olav and the Royal residence of Stiftsgården and enjoy an inside visit to the impressive Nidaros Cathedral.
Your afternoon is free before boarding an overnight train to Bodø. At 729 kilometres, the Nordland Railway is Norway’s longest and takes all evening, through fertile farmland and great forests in Trøndelag, across the majestic Saltfjellet range, and down to the coast between Rognan and Bodø. Remember, you are travelling above the Arctic Circle and it will be daylight for most of your journey.
You will be met by your driver and mini coach off the train and set off north. Visit the rock carvings at Helleristninger and stop for waffles at Kobbelv Vertshus, a road stop offering lovely views of the Leirfjord and Baggfossen waterfall. Between the Salten, Ofoten and Lofoten regions is the Realm of Hamsun, made famous by the novels of Knut Hamsun and you will find tributes to Hamsun through the drive.
Arrive at Tranøy mid-afternoon and get ready to watch the late midnight sunset over the lighthouse and Lofoten Archipelago.
The village of Tranøy is situated approx. 2.5km away from the lighthouse, and within walking distance. Tranøy has a local pub in an old boat, galleries and some other points of interest. There is a small local shop to buy daily items. You can do a sculpture walk around the town and enjoy a glass of champagne and high tea at the gallery.
There are numerous great walking tracks on Hamarøy, including the walk around Hamarøyskaftet. For active travellers, we recommend a hike up to the peak, Hamnesfjellet, 880 metres up from sea level with an incredible view over to the Lofoten Islands on a clear day. Other optional activities are rib boat safari, spa and horse riding.
Leaving around 8am this morning, continue your journey with your driver to Narvik. First stop will be the Árran Sami Education centre where you can meet local Sami guides and learn more about the local cultures.
You will arrive in the small town of Narvik just after lunch this afternoon. Say goodbye to your driver and then settle into your hotel.
Tonight’s accommodation is Camp 291, designer cabins with glass walls on three of four sides. The cabins are located 291 meters above sea level, in the middle of the Narvikfjellet ski resort and surrounded by birch forest.
After breakfast, head out for a short walk before boarding the train to Bjornefjell. You have time for a walk at the mountain stop before joining the overnight Arctic Train, leaving at 15.53. The train is very comfortable and offers high-quality dinner and drinks. Settle in to watch the never-ending forests, looking out for reindeer and elks in the 24-hour midnight sun. You will travel through the Northern Swedish towns of Abisko and Kiruna, on your way to Stockholm on the overnight sleeper train.
Pull into Stockholm around 10 am this morning and transfer to your hotel. Sweden's capital is charming, vibrant, and surrounded by beauty and water - hence its nickname, Venice of the North! Stockholm offers interesting museums and castles; the city offers a warm atmosphere, and the old town has charming small alleyways boasting several famous restaurants.
Join a guided tour this afternoon of the Stockholm highlights. With your own guide and car, visit the Vasa Museum and the city districts of Södermalm, Gamla Stan, Norrmalm, Östermalm and Djurgården, each with its own special character.
Enjoy a final group dinner this evening to celebrate this epic journey.
Depart after breakfast, transfer to the airport.
All prices listed are per person, sharing a room with your travelling partner.
Please note that the train compartments on the overnight trains will be small and will not accommodate a lot of large luggage. Bathrooms are at the end of each carriage.
This tour suits active travellers with steps and a short walk to the accommodation at the lighthouse and a bunk bed on the train journeys.
MEDICAL AND HEALTH INFORMATION:
All travellers need to be in good physical health in order to participate fully on this trip. When selecting your trip please make sure you have read through the itinerary carefully and assess your ability to manage and enjoy group travel. Please consider carefully how much luggage you bring as you will be responsible for carrying all the luggage. There is limited portage service in Scandinavia and your tour escorts cannot help you, beyond reason.
Scandinavia is a fairly accessible destination for people with restricted mobility and other disabilities and is actively working to be more accessible every day. However, please note that our group tours are often not suitable for persons with limited accessibility due to inclusions and pace. 50 Degrees North is committed to making travel widely accessible, regardless of ability or disability and we can tailor-make independent itineraries for travellers when needed. Please contact us for further details.
SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL:
As a Nordic specialist we are keen to show travellers the hidden gems of the countries we visit, and as an anti-dote to over-tourism to reduce the environmental pressures on the traditional and busy routes that most travel companies will take. This itinerary has been designed to do just that.
Throughout your stay we have hand-selected accommodations which are locally owned, have deep roots in their communities, and pride themselves on supporting local facilities and producers. This is done through shopping locally, and buying sustainably sourced options, so in the words of one of the chefs in the accommodation you will be staying in 'you should taste what’s here in the surroundings, from lakes, mountains and farms'.
Minimum age for this tour is 18+ yrs.
50 Degrees North wins 'Norway's Leading Tour Operator' at the World Travel Awards for the third year running. “We are very pleased with this award following a challenging years for the travel and tourism industry”, said Tietse Stelma, 50 Degrees North’s Norwegian founder and CEO.
A total of six escorted tours around Norway and further into Scandinavia have been released for 2024 summer season. Visit highlights such as a Geiranger day tour with fjord rib boat safari and the Flåm Railway excursion on Best of Norway or the Loen Skylift and guided city tours of Ålesund and Bergen on the Scenic Fjords of Norway.
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Oslo restaurants, in the tradition of the New Nordic Food Movement, have the depth and sophistication you would expect from the capital city of Norway. Read our options for places to try.
In Oslo you find restaurants in all price categories and genres.
Norwegian cuisine in its traditional form is based largely on the raw materials readily available in Norway and its mountains, wilderness and coast. It differs in many respects from its continental counterparts with a stronger focus on game and fish. Many of the traditional dishes are results of using conserved materials, with respect to the long winters.
For less expensive restaurants, head to the Grunerlokka district. It is great place to take in the city's pulse in the city's more ethnically diverse east. In this once working-class area, the vital signs of budget Oslo are most apparent, with low-cost restaurants, second-hand clothes shops and student bars grouped around the streets Markveien and Thorvald Meyers Gate. Among them, the café bar Fru Hagen has a legion of blond locals seeking cheap eats. On a Sunday evening, when much of the city is almost deserted, Fru Hagen is heaving.
Smoked Salmon or Røkt Laks
Kjøttboller - Meatballs
Krumkake - waffle-like pancake, which are then filled with whipped cream
