Norway 5 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Oslo

  • Arrival: Start your journey in the vibrant capital city of Oslo. Check into your hotel and freshen up. Airbnb or Booking.com for accommodation options.
  • Explore Oslo: Visit the Vigeland Park, Viking Ship Museum, and the iconic Oslo Opera House. Don’t forget to take a stroll along Aker Brygge waterfront. (VisitOslo.com)
  • Evening: Enjoy a dinner at Torggata 18b, known for its diverse food scene.

Day 2: Oslo - Flam

  • Morning: Take the scenic Flåmsbana train ride from Myrdal to Flåm. (Norwayinabox.com)
  • Afternoon: Explore Flam by kayak, boat tour or a hike to the Stegastein viewpoint. Don’t miss the local Salmon for lunch.
  • Evening: Overnight stay at Flåm.

Day 3: Flam - Balestrand

  • Morning: Take a ferry from Flam to Gudvangen, then drive or bus to Balestrand via the stunning Aurlandsfjord and Nærøyfjord. (Norwaytours.com)
  • Afternoon: Visit Kviknes Hotel, visit the Mundal Museum, or take a walk around the beautiful village of Balestrand.
  • Evening: Enjoy a meal at Kviknes Hotel’s restaurant with stunning fjord views. Overnight stay in Balestrand.

Day 4: Balestrand - Bergen

  • Morning: Travel to Bergen, known as the “City of Seven Mountains”. Explore Bryggen Wharf and the Hanseatic Museum. (VisitBergen.com)
  • Afternoon: Take a funicular ride up Mount Floyen for panoramic views or visit the Fish Market.
  • Evening: Dine at Lysverket, Bergen’s Michelin-starred restaurant, or try traditional New Norway Cuisine at Fish & Meat. Overnight stay in Bergen.

Day 5: Bergen - Departure

  • Morning: Visit the Edvard Grieg Museum Troldhaugen before your departure.
  • Afternoon: Depart from Bergen Airport.

Things to Know:

  1. Norway uses the Norwegian Krone (NOK). Credit cards are widely accepted, but it’s always good to have some cash on hand.
  2. The official language is Norwegian, although English is widely spoken in urban areas and tourist spots.
  3. Visitors from most countries require a Schengen visa for travel to Norway. Check SchengenVisaInfo.com for more details based on your nationality.
  4. Norway is known for its high prices, so budget accordingly.
  5. Public transportation in Norway is reliable and efficient. Consider purchasing a travel card (e.g., Bergen Card) for unlimited travel within a city or region.
  6. Always respect local customs and traditions, and take care of the beautiful natural environment.
  7. For more information, visit VisitNorway.com