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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Tromsø: Northern Lights Small Group Tour & Campfire DinnerYou’ll set out from Tromsø in a small group with a local guide who really knows where to find the Northern Lights—even if it means chasing them far outside town. Warm up by a real campfire with homemade soup and cookies as you wait for the Aurora to appear. It’s not just about seeing lights; it’s sharing soup, stories, and silence under northern skies.
Tromso Whale Watching RIB Safari & Transfer with Arctic ExpertsYou get a full day of Arctic whale watching in a small RIB with a guide who knows where the animals are, thermal protection from the cold, lunch, and transport from your hotel to the boat and back. The fixed itinerary and small group size mean you're not gambling on a crowded tour or a rushed schedule — you're on the water as long as the whales are active and the conditions hold.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Arctic whales without arranging the transfer, the boat, the thermal gear, or the timing yourself — the small group size and expert guides mean you're not gambling on a crowded tour or a rushed schedule.
Alta: Northern Lights Small Group Tour with Fire & StoriesYou’ll chase the Northern Lights from Alta with a small group and a local guide who knows where to find them—even if it means driving further out. Warm suits keep you comfortable while you listen to stories by a campfire or sip hot chocolate on quick stops. Expect laughter, real conversation, and that hush when everyone looks up together for the first time.
Bergen: Hardangerfjord & Waterfalls Private Tour, 6 HoursYou travel in a private minivan with a driver-guide who speaks your language, stop at two waterfalls where you can walk close enough to feel the water, see three fjords including Norway's second longest, cross one fjord by car ferry, and return to Bergen without arranging transport or timing yourself. Hotel or port pickup is included, and the group stays small — maximum seven people.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Hardangerfjord and its waterfalls without renting a car or planning the route yourself — the private minivan and fixed schedule handle both, and the driver knows exactly where to stop and how long to stay.
Lyngen Alps: Reindeer Feeding & Sámi Culture Tour with LunchYou’ll get close enough to feed reindeer by hand in the snowy Lyngen Alps before warming up inside a Sámi lavvu with coffee or tea and a hearty hot lunch. Listen as your local guide shares stories about life above the Arctic Circle—and leave feeling oddly connected to both people and place.
Greenland: Northern Lights Private Tour with Dinner & PickupYou’ll step into Greenland’s wild night air for a private northern lights tour, guided by a local who knows every shortcut and story. Sip hot drinks under shifting colors, share dinner outdoors, and learn to capture the aurora—even if you’re not a photographer. It’s just your group, so there’s space for quiet moments or laughter as you wait for the sky to move.
Bodo Northern Lights: 25+ Spots & 88% Success RateYou ride out from Bodø in a heated van that checks 25+ locations for the clearest skies, with the driver adjusting the route based on live weather and geomagnetic data. Winter gear, hot drinks, headlamps and a tripod are provided. Most nights you're back by 2 am at the latest, and the tour has an 88% success rate for sightings across the season from September to April.Is it for me?Book this if you want the best odds of seeing the Northern Lights without arranging your own transport and route-planning across remote locations—the van's flexibility to chase clear skies across 25+ spots is what delivers the 88% success rate.
Tromsø: 24hr Northern Lights & Whale Watching CruiseYou board in Tromsø at 8pm, sail into the Auroral Oval for Northern Lights viewing, eat a 3-course dinner, sleep in an ocean-facing cabin, then spend the next day watching for whales before returning at 7pm. The cruise includes all meals, thermal suit, expert guides, and the boat's movement away from city lights — so you're not choosing between the lights and the wildlife, you get both in sequence.Is it for me?Book this if you want both the Northern Lights and whale watching without splitting your time between two separate tours — the 24-hour format lets you chase the lights at night and watch for whales the next morning without leaving the boat or arranging your own transport between them.
Stavanger: Preikestolen Hike & Undersea Tunnel with Local GuideYou get picked up at your hotel, driven through an engineering marvel, guided up a 604-meter cliff with a local who knows the trail's rhythm, fed a Norwegian snack at the summit, and returned to your door — all in one day, with the pace matched to your group's fitness and the option to explore a hidden trail if conditions allow.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in Stavanger who want to see Preikestolen without arranging transport or worrying about the route — the guide handles timing, pacing, and safety. Plan for a full day out and moderate-to-good fitness; that's what makes the hike and the drive feel unhurried rather than rushed.
Oslo Food Tour: Hidden Gems & Norwegian TastingsYou walk 3 kilometers through Oslo's quieter neighborhoods, stopping for three meals at local restaurants that keep prices down by partnering with the tour. The route mixes flat stretches with some steep climbs, takes about three hours total, and includes tram fare back to the city center. Dietary swaps are handled at booking.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to eat well in Oslo without hunting down restaurants yourself and want to see neighborhoods locals actually use instead of the main tourist drag. The walk has some steep sections, so plan for decent shoes and moderate fitness—that's what makes reaching the quieter viewpoints possible.
Kristiansand: RIB Speed Boat & Archipelago TourYou board a RIB speedboat in Kristiansand and alternate between three fast runs and three slower passes through the archipelago, stopping visually at lighthouses, traditional cabins, and island views. The guide provides context and safety briefing. You return to the starting point after one hour with photos and the specific kind of tired that comes from holding on while grinning.Is it for me?Book this if you want the adrenaline and the view without choosing between them—the guide's timing is what makes both possible in one hour.
Tromsø: Snowshoe walk on Tromsøya island with local guideYou’ll crunch through fresh snow on Tromsøya island with a friendly local guide, learning how to use snowshoes as you go. Expect stories about life in Tromsø, stops for photos among birch forests, and a break for hot drinks and lefse — that sweet Norwegian treat you might crave later. It’s an easygoing winter walk you’ll remember long after your boots dry out.
Lofoten: RIB Sea Eagle Safari & Trollfjord Small-Group CruiseYou’ll feel the chill wind on your face as you speed through Lofoten’s fjords by RIB boat, spot wild sea eagles almost within arm’s reach, and hear local stories from your guide. There’s time to pause in Trollfjord’s dramatic silence before heading back—an experience that lingers long after you’re dry again.
Kvaløya road trip from Tromsø: Small group with picnicA small group road trip from Tromsø across Kvaløya's islands, mountains and fjords with a live English-speaking guide, several scenic stops, an organic picnic and warm drinks included. The tour runs in any weather—rain, wind and snow are part of the experience—and concludes at one of the island's most dramatic fjords. Professional photos from the day are shared with you afterward. Children must be at least 6 years old and over 120 cm tall.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want a guided route through Kvaløya's raw landscapes and wildlife valleys without navigating the drive yourself—the guide knows where to stop and where the eagles and moose move through, and the small group size means the pace stays slow enough to actually see the place.
Tromsø Fjords Catamaran: Arctic Eagles & Wildlife CruiseYou board a small catamaran in Tromsø and sail into the fjords with a local crew who know where the sea eagles nest and why the current at Rya brings wildlife close to the boat. Warm suits, snacks and coffee are included, and you spend two to three hours on the water spotting birds, seals and the dramatic mountain scenery that frames the Arctic coast. No separate arrangements needed — just show up and let the crew take you out.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Arctic fjords and wildlife without arranging your own boat or worrying about what to wear in the cold — the crew handles the navigation and the stories, and the small-group format means you're not crammed in with dozens of other tourists.
Ålesund & Alnes Lighthouse: Small Group Minibus HighlightsYou’ll ride a comfy minibus through Ålesund’s art nouveau streets and up Aksla mountain for sweeping views before heading out to feel salty air at Alnes Lighthouse. Hear stories from your local guide, walk past ancient churches and burial mounds, and end with quiet moments watching historic footage as you return through underwater tunnels.
White Water Rafting in Dagali, Norway: Level 2 RapidsWhite water rafting on the Numedalslågen river in Dagali, Norway, is an intermediate-level activity for ages 12 and up where you paddle through technical rapids and waves in water sourced from Hardangervidda National Park. A professional guide leads the trip; wet suit, helmet, life jacket and wet shoes are provided. The experience takes two hours and suits families, groups and individuals with at least moderate fitness.Is it for me?Two hours on the water means you can fit this into a day trip from Geilo or another nearby base without blocking the whole day, and the intermediate level demands real paddling skill rather than just holding on—choose this if you want to actually work the rapids, not watch them pass.
Karmøy guided bus tour: Skudeneshavn, St. Olav's Church & beachesA 4-hour guided bus tour of Karmøy stops at five landmarks: a miniature Statue of Liberty in Visnes, the Blue Flag beach at Åkrasanden, the historic village of Skudeneshavn, and St. Olav's Church, built in 1250 and still a waypoint on the St. Olav pilgrimage. A local guide in English or German narrates the route; the bus is air-conditioned and has a restroom on board. Lunch and refreshments in Skudeneshavn are at your own cost.Is it for me?The tour departs from and returns to the cruise terminal, so if you're arriving by ship, you don't need to arrange your own transport around Karmøy—the bus and guide handle the route and the timing. If you're staying elsewhere on the island or in the region, confirm your pickup point when you book.
Tromsø Whale Watching RIB Boat Tour from SkjervøyYou're picked up before dawn, driven four hours to Skjervøy, suited up in warm gear, and taken out on a RIB boat to watch orcas and humpback whales in their winter habitat. The tour includes all transport from Tromsø, meals, equipment and an English-speaking guide, returning you by evening.Is it for me?Book this if you're willing to commit a full day and an early start for a genuine chance at Arctic whales — the long drive and early pickup are what put you in the water when the whales are actually there.
Lysefjord and Pulpit Rock cruise from Stavanger: Hybrid boatA 3.5-hour sailing cruise from Stavanger through Lysefjord on a hybrid boat, passing under Pulpit Rock (Preikestolen), Vagabonds Cave and a tall waterfall while a guide shares the fjord's stories and points out wildlife. The boat is wheelchair accessible, has WiFi and an onboard café, and departs directly from Stavanger.Is it for me?You're on a boat the whole time watching the fjord unfold, not hiking to Pulpit Rock yourself — this suits anyone who wants to see the landmark without a steep climb or multi-hour trek, or who has limited time in Stavanger and wants the fjord and the rock in a single afternoon.
