Norway Cultural, religious historic sites Trips

The itinerary allowed us to see many places in Scandinavia that we would not have thought of by ourselves. The coach is comfortable, with many rest/comfort stops on long driving days. The hotels are well chosen. The food plentiful and delicious. Both our Tour Director and Driver were excellent. They were entertaining and perfectly suited to their tasks. Especially on the Trollstigen Road. We never felt worried about the hairpin turns. And the whole while, our Tour Director was entertaining us with stories of The Mountain Trolls, The Askeladden Boy and the music of Grieg and AC/DC. All round, it was a FANTASTIC holiday!

As an Exodus reservations team member who has travelled on many Exodus trips of all types, this one truly took my breath away! And I'm not just talking about the Arctic dip we took in the sea after warming up in the sauna one morning. Nothing was too much trouble, and the hospitality was some of the best I have ever experienced. Every detail felt effortless, every host genuinely passionate about sharing their corner of Norway. You genuinely taste your way through Norway, from a bacalao cooking experience and an organic cider tour overlooking the fjords that felt straight out of a storybook, to sampling reindeer and steak, and raise a horn of mead in a Viking house to the thrum of “Skål!” and “Cheers!” The itinerary is perfectly crafted, making each day feel like the turn of a page in a very old book filled with dramatic landscapes, trolls and medieval history. Perfect for anyone wanting to not just say they've been to Norway, but that they've explored its wild heart and experienced the stories, traditions and landscapes that make this country so unforgettable.

This itinerary has a lot of time above the Arctic Circle and covers a lot of area rather than concentrating on large cities. There are some incredible experiences including crossing the Arctic Circle twice, Santa Claus Village, North Cape, reindeer farms, husky farms, ancient rock paintings, so many majestic mountains, waterfalls and fjords. Some of the things seen are optional excursions.

This trip was a truly amazing and magical way to experience Norway. Each of the hotels provide their own unique locales and activities from the city, to the coast, to deep in the forests along the fjords. The Britannia in Trondheim is right in the heart of the city and a brief walk from a variety of activities and shopping areas. The city feels alive and is full of wonderful and friendly people. The private tour of the Britannia felt like such a warm and exclusive moment of the trip, and the service at the hotel is top-notch! Our second stop, the Sveggvika Guesthouse, was probably one of my favorites. The ferry ride to Kristiansund was full of breathtaking views, and our rooms at the guesthouse were beautiful. The owners are the kindest most genuine people you have ever met; they made the cooking class and beer tasting experiences feel like I was doing them with close friends I’d known for years. This is also where we got to experience swimming in the Fjord at our guide Åshild’s suggestion. It’s not on the itinerary but it is a MUST DO! Our final stop at the Blåtind Boutique Hotel. The Viking dinner experience was probably my favorite meal of the entire trip. The locally sourced three-course meal was delicious, and was even paired with cider from our cider tasting earlier in the day! We met a variety of people on this leg of our trip, and being able to share in the joys of their professions was an unforgettable experience.

This trip quickly became one of the most unforgettable experiences of my life. Norway is breathtaking in photos, but nothing compares to standing among the fjords, mountains, and forests in person. Every destination on the itinerary had its own personality and charm, making the journey feel like several incredible trips woven into one. I especially loved how immersive each stop was. Whether we were exploring Trondheim, learning to cook with local ingredients at Sveggvika Guesthouse, kayaking through the fjords, or enjoying the Viking dinner at Blåtind Boutique Hotel, every experience felt authentic and thoughtfully planned. What made this trip even more special were the people we met along the way. The hotel staff, local hosts, and everyone who shared their traditions and stories made Norway feel incredibly welcoming. It never felt like we were just passing through, it felt like we were being invited to experience a small piece of everyday Norwegian life.

I had such an awesome time on this trip with my fam! There was so much do do and see every day, and the trip was a perfect amount of activity as I was about 7 months recovered from a hip surgery. The fjords unesco site and the fish factory hotel were great highlights, as well as an authentic Viking dinner. And our guide Åshild was amazing, so good at keeping us organized and so fun to hang out with! Definitely a great way to experience Norway!