Fjords

Visit the many amazing Norwegian fjords – beautiful narrow inlets surrounded by steep cliffs, created by glaziers. Join and enjoy a guided kayaking tour or arranged boat cruises, which is the best way to explore the fjords, glacier lakes and stunning landscapes.

Here are a few places definitely worth visiting for their fantastic fjords:

-          Hardanger

-          Bergen

-          Geiranger

-          Sogne

-          Voss

Hiking

Go hiking in beautiful mountains and witness astonishing and scenic landscapes. There are loads of varied scenery, from marked trails and popular tourist attractions to authentic and untouched mythical landscapes.

Here are a few well-known mountains that offer a fantastic hiking journey:

-          Preikestolen

-          Trolltunga

-          Galdhøpiggen

-          Besseggen

-          Romsdalseggen

-          Gaustadtoppen

Midnight sun

In some places during summer, the sun never sets, giving you the chance to enjoy the midnight sun. This natural phenomenon only occurs north of the Arctic Circle or south of the Antarctic Circle.

-          Hammerfest, Norway

This being one of the northernmost cities in the world, it is a prime location for experiencing the midnight sun.

-          Svalbard, Norway

The midnight sun lasts the longest in Svalbard, from late April all the way through late August. During these times, you can enjoy midnight glacier walks, dog sledding, and plenty of polar bear sightings.

-          Iceland

During late June ‘til around mid-May to mid-August, the midnight sun will happen everywhere in the country. The longest days of the year run from May to July, where the daylight can last up to 24 hours a day, and Reykjavik celebrates this with events such as Secret Solstice festival. In Reykjavik, you can also go on midnight sun whale watching, dolphin watching, and seabird spotting tours.

-          Lapland, Finland

The Finnish midnight sun is known to take on a red and yellow tone, similar to a sunset. A nocturnal swim during these times is highly recommended; as it will be a dip that you will never forget. The Midnight Sun Film Festival is another reason to visit Lapland during this time.

-          Bjorkliden, Sweden

Here you will be able to experience the midnight sun from late May through mid-July. Head over to Bjorkliden Arctic Golf Course for a memorable round of golf as it offers around-the-clock golfing. You can also go on hikes in beautiful terrain, cave explorations, kayaking, and fishing. You can also go on arranged activities such as music festivals, horseback riding, and late-night bay paddling.

Island hopping in Lofoten

Go island hopping and witness the staggering beauty these untamed islands offer. Travel by scheduled boats, or rent your own for a much more personal experience. Renting a kayak or a canoe is also a great way to travel around these parts. Lofoten is known for frequently being affected by both the northern lights and the midnight sun. Due to the Gulf Stream, this place is a lot warmer than other parts of the world at the same latitude, which means the fishing opportunities around this area are excellent, and the region is known for its many small and cozy fishing villages.

Flåmsbana (Flåm Line)

The Flåm Line is a 20.2 km. long railway line that goes between Myrdal and Flåm. The ride takes about one hour. This journey has been described as one of the most beautiful train rides in the world, and is the one of the most popular tourist attractions in all of Norway. You can easily take the Flåmsbana when travelling between Oslo and Bergen on Bergensbanen (Bergen Railway).