Experience Norway in a way few escorted tours can offer—by scenic rail and ferry rather than day after day on a large tour bus. This 9-day Norway small group tour travels from Oslo to Flåm and Bergen with just 12–16 travelers, combining spectacular train journeys, dramatic fjord scenery, carefully selected hotels, expert local guides and plenty of time to explore independently.
Oslo: Culture, History and Life on the Oslofjord
Begin your Norway journey in Oslo, a walkable waterfront capital where modern Scandinavian architecture meets centuries of Norwegian history.
Explore many of Oslo’s most important sights, museums and neighborhoods, including:
- The National Museum and Munch Museum
- The Kon-Tiki Museum
- Akershus Fortress and the Royal Palace
- The striking Oslo Opera House
- Holmenkollen and its famous ski jump
- The Nobel Peace Center
- The world-famous Vigeland Sculpture Park
Travel as the locals do by tram, ferry and on foot, with time to experience Oslo’s museums, waterfront, neighborhoods, cafés and public spaces at a comfortable pace.
Flåm and the Norwegian Fjords
From Oslo, travel by scenic rail into the mountains and on to Flåm, a small fjord village surrounded by waterfalls, steep valleys and towering mountains. Flåm sits at the end of the Aurlandsfjord, a branch of Norway’s great Sognefjord system, and is one of the highlights of this itinerary.
Highlights include:
- The world-famous Flåm Railway (Flåmsbana), one of Europe’s most memorable scenic rail journeys
- A stay at the historic Fretheim Hotel, beautifully situated beside the fjord
- A fjord cruise through some of western Norway’s most dramatic scenery
Plenty of Choices During Your Time in Flåm
Flåm offers an exceptional variety of optional activities for travelers who want to explore Norway’s fjords at their own pace. Choices may include biking, kayaking, the Flåm Zipline, a fjord-side sauna, the dramatic Stegastein viewpoint, the Viking Village, a fjord farm, the stave church at Undredal, additional fjord cruises and an excursion to the Norwegian Wild Salmon Center.
Or simply relax in Flåm, enjoy the fjord setting and do as much—or as little—as you wish. The choice is yours.
Bergen: Historic Bryggen and Norway’s West Coast
Continue to Bergen, one of Norway’s most appealing cities and the historic gateway to the fjords. Colorful wooden buildings, a lively waterfront and centuries of maritime history give Bergen a character completely different from Oslo.
During your stay, enjoy opportunities to:
- Walk through Bryggen, Bergen’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic wharf
- Visit the city’s famous Fish Market
- Explore museums, galleries and cultural attractions
- Wander Bergen’s cobblestone streets and historic neighborhoods
- Spend free time enjoying cafés, shops and the waterfront
With multiple nights in Bergen, there is time to experience the city rather than simply stop for a few photographs and move on.
Scenic Rail Travel Through Norway
On this tour, the journey is part of the experience. Scenic rail travel through Norway brings you through changing landscapes of mountains, valleys, rivers, waterfalls and fjords as you travel between Oslo, Flåm and Bergen.
Along the way, expect views of:
- Dramatic mountain scenery
- Rivers and waterfalls
- Snow-capped peaks
- Deep valleys and fjords
- Small villages and Norwegian countryside
Instead of spending long days on a tour bus, much of the transportation becomes one of the highlights of the trip.
Why Travel to Norway with The Traveling Professor?
This Norway tour is designed for travelers who want the benefits of a professionally planned itinerary without feeling that every hour of every day has been scheduled for them.
- Just 12–16 travelers
- Carefully selected hotels in Oslo, Flåm and Bergen
- Scenic rail, ferry and fjord transportation
- Professional local guides and an experienced tour leader
- A balance of included sightseeing and independent free time
- Plenty of opportunities to choose optional activities
- An itinerary designed to let you stay longer, unpack less and experience more
Whether you are drawn to Norway’s dramatic fjords, scenic railways, fascinating cities or simply the chance to experience Scandinavia at a more relaxed pace, this small group Norway tour from Oslo to Flåm and Bergen offers a more personal and flexible way to see the country.