Things to do in Norway
Northern Lights Tour Tromso32 optionsWhale Watching Tour Tromso8 optionsOslo Airport Taxi9 optionsBoat Tour Oslo8 optionsOslo Walking Tour15 optionsOslo City Tour6 optionsPulpit Rock Tours10 optionsBergen Walking Tour10 optionsBergen Boat Tour14 optionsLysefjord Tours7 optionsBergen Airport Taxi8 optionsStavanger Boat Tour10 options
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Bergen: Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm RailwayYou board a minibus in Bergen at 8am, visit a reconstructed Viking settlement with a guide, cruise the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord for two hours, then ride two mountain trains back to Bergen. The day includes all entry fees, cruise tickets, and railway tickets. Plan for a full day out—you don't return until evening, which is what fits all three experiences into one trip.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Bergen who want to see Vikings, fjords, and mountain railways without renting a car or booking separate tickets. The full day out—starting early and returning by evening—is what makes fitting all three experiences possible in one trip.
Northern Lights by Snowmobile in Alta: Arctic Night HuntRide a snowmobile from Alta up the old postal road toward Finnmarksvidda and the Beskardes mountain range, chasing the northern lights across the winter sky. The 4-hour trip includes pickup and drop-off in Alta, thermal suits, helmets, and a guide who leads a small convoy at a pace matched to your comfort. You drive half the trip and ride as passenger for the other half, sharing a snowmobile with one other person. No snowmobiling experience is required—only a valid B-class driver's license.Is it for me?Small groups work best here—you'll ride in pairs on the snowmobiles, so the convoy stays intimate and the guide can keep the pace steady for everyone. This suits anyone with a moderate fitness level and a valid driver's license who wants to drive part of the trip themselves; if you'd rather ride as a passenger the whole way, that works too, and children from age 8 can join.
Bergen to Flåm Railway & Fjord Cruise: Private 11-Hour TourThis private 11-hour tour from Bergen combines road travel through mountain valleys, a passenger ferry cruise across the Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjord, and the famous Flåmsbana railway to Myrdal, with a guide who speaks English and pickup at your hotel or cruise ship. You stop at Tvindefossen waterfall, the Stalheim Hotel terrace overlooking the UNESCO-listed Nærøydalen Valley, the ancient village of Gudvangen, and Voss before returning to Bergen. Lunch in Flåm and free time to explore are at your own expense; the cruise and railway are included in the main option.Is it for me?Book this if you want to cover fjords, mountains, and valleys in one day with a private vehicle and guide—you'll move by road, rail, and water on a single itinerary rather than piecing together separate transport and timing your own connections.
Tromsø Whale Watching: Killer & Humpback Whales RIB BoatYou board a RIB boat at Skjervøy with an experienced skipper and search for killer and humpback whales in their winter feeding grounds. The 12-hour day includes a thermal suit, safety gear, hot chocolate, and a light sandwich; you dress in warm layers from home and stay on the boat throughout. The bus picks you up at Tromsø's terminal at 5:20 AM and returns you by early evening, so plan the rest of your day around the full commitment.Is it for me?Book this if you want to search for Arctic whales with a skipper who knows the feeding grounds and can read the water — the 12-hour day and small-group format are what make a real encounter possible in winter.
Mountain bike tour Voss: 2.5 hours through Bømoen forestYou ride a full-suspension enduro bike through Bømoen forest on single-track and gravel trails chosen to match your level, with a local guide who knows the area and can adjust the route as you go. The 2.5-hour tour includes all gear — bike, helmet, gloves — and time for stops. You start and finish at the lakeside headquarters in Voss town.Is it for me?This tour works if you want to ride Voss's best trails without scouting them yourself or worrying whether your bike can handle the terrain — the full-suspension enduro and the guide's local knowledge take both off your hands, and the ability to tailor the route means you're not locked into someone else's pace.
Oslo Airport to City: Private Transfer & Flight TrackingYou get picked up from your hotel or dropped at Gardermoen with a professional driver who tracks your flight and handles your bags. The fixed price and advance driver details remove the uncertainty of airport transport, and the 60-minute free wait at the airport means you're never rushed if your luggage takes time. Sedan fits three passengers; minivan fits seven.Is it for me?Book this if you're landing in Oslo with luggage and want to avoid the taxi queue, the bus schedule, or the stress of renting a car — the driver waits for you, not the other way around.
ATV Riding and Northern Lights in KvibyAn evening ATV tour from Kviby along the Norwegian Arctic coastline, combining riding through remote landscape with Northern Lights sightseeing. You operate the ATV yourself in small groups of up to fourteen riders (two per machine), guided by an English speaker who knows the region and its conditions for aurora visibility. Pickup from your hotel, harbor or tourist information center is included, as are the ATV rental, fuel, helmet and warm protective gear. The tour runs five hours. Northern Lights are not guaranteed, but the guide actively searches for them and shares stories of the landscape and local culture throughout the ride.Is it for me?You operate the ATV yourself in a small shared group, which means you control the ride's pace and feel the terrain directly—not the experience for someone wanting to sit back and be driven, but ideal if you want to be actively moving through the landscape while searching for the lights. The fixed five-hour window and guided route remove the logistics of finding the best aurora-viewing location on your own, so you can focus on riding and watching the sky.
Sleigh Ride & Arctic Farm Visit in Alta, NorwayA sleigh ride and farm visit near Alta, Norway, where you travel through snow-clad mountains in Mathisdalen valley, meet Norwegian fjord horses and sheep on a working family farm, and eat local snacks around a fire in a traditional Sami tent. Pickup from your location in Alta is included, and the experience runs year-round in both summer and winter; groups stay small at up to 14 people.Is it for me?Book this one if you want the animals and the sleigh ride without arranging transport yourself—pickup from Alta is included, and the small group size (up to 14 people) means the farm stays quiet and the horses stay calm.
Snowmobile Safari from Tromsø: Drive through Arctic wildernessA snowmobile safari from Tromsø takes you 90 minutes by bus to Camp Tamok in Tamokdalen, where you drive a snowmobile yourself through snowy trails, mountains, valleys and frozen rivers. You share the vehicle with one other person and alternate between driver and passenger with a midway break. The day includes thermal gear, safety instruction from an English-speaking guide, and a warm meal in a traditional Sámi lavvu tent around an open fire before the return bus to Tromsø.Is it for me?Book this if you want to drive the snowmobile yourself—you'll switch roles with a partner throughout the day, so you get genuine trail time at the controls rather than watching from a passenger seat.
Kayaking in Lofoten: Combine Paddling, Trekking & RappellingThis full-day activity in Lofoten combines kayaking, trekking and rappelling in one outing, departing daily at 10:00 and lasting 6 hours. You paddle for roughly two hours past small islands and sandy beaches, then land for lunch and a guided hike to a mountain summit. The descent includes short rappelling sections down the cliffs — a safe but adrenaline-filled way to descend — before paddling back to the starting point. A professional guide leads the whole day and covers safety instruction for the rappelling.Is it for me?You operate the kayak, hike and rappel yourself throughout the day with a guide managing safety and pacing — this suits people who want to be actively doing the thing rather than watching it, and who are comfortable with moderate physical demands across six hours.
Oslo food tour with tastings: Scandinavian kitchen historyA guided food tour of Oslo's historic center, Aker Brygge, City Hall, Akershus fortress and the National Opera, with stops at traditional restaurants, cafes, a gourmet supermarket and a chocolate shop to sample Norwegian salmon, fish soup, meat and local beer. A professional English-speaking guide leads the route; food and drinks are paid at each venue. The tour runs three hours and suits all fitness levels.Is it for me?Book this tour if you have a free afternoon in Oslo and want to understand the city's food culture through its actual restaurants and neighborhoods rather than a sit-down meal. You order and pay for tastings at each stop, so you taste what interests you without committing to a full course.
Snowshoeing in Bodø: Guided Winter Hike in Arctic NorwayA guided snowshoe hike near Bodø takes you into snowy forests and Arctic wilderness for six hours, with all gear provided and a local guide in English or Norwegian. The route changes based on weather and snow conditions, so you get the best terrain available that day. Hotel or port pickup is available; minimum age is 10, and moderate fitness helps you enjoy the full distance without strain.Is it for me?This is a shared guided hike with a small group (up to 15 people), so you're not arranging the route or timing yourself—the guide handles both and adjusts for conditions and the group's pace. Choose this if you want to walk in Arctic snow without the learning curve of skis, and you're comfortable with a moderate amount of walking over six hours in cold weather.
Tromsø Fjord Tour by Eco Tesla: 3 Fjords & Local Café StopYou’ll get up close to three unique fjords around Tromsø in a comfy electric Tesla, with stories from a local guide and time to relax at a cozy seaside café. It’s an easy way to see wild landscapes without crowds or noise.
Tromsø: Dog Sledding Tour with Local Guide & PickupYou’ll drive your own team of Alaskan huskies through snowy forests near Tromsø with guidance from a local musher. Thermal suits keep you warm as you swap turns steering and soaking up views of the Lyngen Alps. Afterward, share coffee and stories back at camp — an Arctic adventure you’ll remember long after you leave Norway.
Tromso city and island tour in electric Tesla: 3 hoursThis is a city sightseeing tour of Tromso and Tromso Island by electric Tesla, with a live English-speaking guide, hotel pickup, and three hours of stops at landmarks and nature sites. The tour includes Polaria (live sea animals), Telegraf bukta beach with mountain views, Prestvannet lake for a short walk, the Polar Museum, Ishavskatedralen church, and a final stop at a local handcraft shop or ice bar. Coffee, tea and cake are provided. Groups stay small—a maximum of five people per booking.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're staying in Tromso without a car—pickup from your accommodation means you don't arrange transport, and the small group (five people maximum) keeps the pace flexible enough to linger at views or walks that catch your interest.
Bodo: Indoor Climbing & Bouldering with Autobelay IntroYou arrive, get fitted with a harness and climbing shoes, and learn the autobelay system from an instructor who stays with you until you're comfortable. Then you climb at your own pace across multiple floors and difficulty levels, taking breaks in the café whenever your forearms need it. Most visits run 2–6 hours, and you stay as long as the gym is open. Entry, equipment rental, and instruction are all included.Is it for me?Good for anyone who wants to try climbing without the commitment of a membership or the hassle of arranging transport and equipment—the gym handles the instruction, the gear, and the space, so you just show up and climb.
Lysefjord Fjord Safari from Forsand: Pulpit Rock boat tourA guided Lysefjord boat tour departing from Forsand takes you past the towering cliffs of Pulpit Rock and the Whisky Waterfall in a small group aboard a modern, fast boat. Your English-speaking captain explains how the fjords formed and shares local stories while you travel in comfort—warm flotation suits in winter, fresh air and photo angles in summer. The tour includes a break with fresh water from the waterfall, local apple juice and chocolate, and runs year-round from a starting point just 45 minutes from Stavanger.Is it for me?The tour departs from Forsand, a short drive from Stavanger, which means you can reach the fjord without renting a car or arranging separate transport—book the tour and the starting point is settled. Small groups and a fixed two-hour schedule make it easy to fit into a day without building an itinerary around it.
Alta sleigh ride: 3.5-hour northern lights wilderness huntA 3.5-hour sleigh ride and northern lights tour in Alta takes you through forest and along the Alten River with a live English-speaking guide, stopping at a wilderness shelter for a late dinner and hot drinks by the fire. Winter clothes, all fees and dinner are included; pickup from your hotel is arranged. Infants sit on an adult's lap, and the tour suits all fitness levels.Is it for me?This is a shared tour with a guide, so you're part of a group moving together through the evening — choose it if you want the northern lights hunt structured and the logistics handled, with other travelers to share the wait and the stories. If you prefer a private sleigh and guide, look for a private option instead.
Forest dinner class near Oslo: Cook Norwegian food outdoorsA private forest cooking class near Oslo where you walk into Nordmarka, learn mountain gastronomy from a professional chef with 10+ years experience, and prepare a traditional Norwegian meal over a cauldron—cured trout, wild meats, fresh waffles with brunost—before eating it outdoors. The chef handles the cooking; you learn the techniques and the stories behind the food. Small group, 2 hours total, includes the full meal and drinks.Is it for me?The guide speaks English, so you'll follow the cooking techniques and the stories behind the food without translation barriers. This works for anyone who wants to learn how to cook outdoors and eat what they've made, as long as you're comfortable with a forest setting and a meal built around wild meats and traditional dairy.
Northern Lights Tour Alta: Small Group Minibus ChaseA small-group Northern Lights tour from Alta in a minibus with a live English-speaking guide, hotel pickup and a 4-hour safari chasing the aurora across the night sky. The group stays under 16 people. Hot drinks, snacks and pastries are included; you bring your own warm clothes. Wheelchair accessible, suitable for all fitness levels.Is it for me?Book this tour if you are staying in Alta without a car and want to chase the aurora actively instead of waiting at a fixed lodge—the minibus and guide handle the movement and timing, so you focus on the sky. The small group size keeps the pace flexible and the driver responsive to where the lights appear.
