Yes, we might be weird ... but luxury for us is to be able to spend more timeoutdoors! Many Norwegians prefer more free time over a pay rise.
Summer at Nesfjellet
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Lars Storheim
Summer in Nesbyen
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Lars Storheim
Hiking, biking, and paddling, going skiing or fishing – feeling free! You too can take part in numerous activities in stunning nature all over the country, and learn the noble art of friluftsliv.
Kayaking in the midnight sun
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Northern Explorer
Kayaking in the midnight sun
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Northern Explorer
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Spa time
Where's the spa? Everywhere! Norway is a giant natural spa.
Enjoy thousands of lakes and rivers, and waterfalls.
Less is more, so why not skip the swimsuit and go skinny dipping? ;)
Woodnest, Odda Treehouse
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Tor Hveem / Woodnest
Woodnest, Odda Treehouse
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Tor Hveem / Woodnest
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Real horsepower
We might not have any automakers to brag about, but we have our very own exclusive horse breed, which also happens to be the cutest horse in the world.
The breed originally stems from Fjord Norway, but you can meet them in several places around the country.
Their steady gait will carry you safely through any riding adventure.
Fjord horse in Nordfjord
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Visit Nordfjord / Maja Skarpsno
Fjord horse in Nordfjord
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Visit Nordfjord / Maja Skarpsno
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Rural luxury
Authentic. Down to earth. A countryside escape might be just what you need!
Get to know the rich Norwegian farming culture andhistory while indulging in some high-end farmhouse accommodation, like here at Hoel Farm by Mjøsa lake in Eastern Norway.
Hoel Farm at Nes
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Hoel Farm at Nes
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Fine dining
For Norwegians gourmet food is all about fresh, healthy, locally sourced ingredients in season.
It doesn't have to be too formal, though. At some fine dining restaurants in Norway, you can even wear slippers!
This is the case at Kvitnes Farm in Vesterålen, Northern Norway, a perfect example of finefarm-to-table dining.
Food at Kvitnes gård in Vesterålen
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Magga og Anders AS
Food at Kvitnes gård in Vesterålen
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Magga og Anders AS
You can also enjoy a memorable meal at one of Norway's many Michelin-starred restaurants. We also love a big seafood feast, made from the catch of the day, straight from the sea!
Fully Escorted Tour with Coastal Voyage from Tromsø to Bergen
Southbound voyage on the Norwegian Coastal Voyage (Kystruten) from Tromsø with Scandinavian Escort then Bergen to Oslo on our Scenic Train Journey. | 50 Degrees North
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Norwegian Winter Family Adventure by 50 Degrees North
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Norwegian Winter Family Adventure
Frozen family adventure in Alta and the Sorrisniva Ice Hotel
This family adventure includes a night at the Sorrisniva Ice Hotel in Alta and includes plenty of winter sporting action. Stay in a beautiful, family run boutique lodge nestled in the forest, just outside Alta. | 50 Degrees North
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The Northernmost Roadtrip by Up Norway
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The Northernmost Roadtrip
Another one for the bucket list!
A once-in-a-lifetime road trip above the Arctic Circle which includes spectacular stops on your way through beautiful nature. Up here everything is an adventure. | Up Norway.
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Norway's Super Women
Can full equality ever be achieved?
We have curated an itinerary that invites travellers to explore Norway from a gender equality perspective, and discover why Norway ranks so highly in the UN sustainable development chart.
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Week of Ski and Sail on Luxury Catamaran by Book Nordics
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Ski and Sail on a Luxury Catamaran
The ultimate Arctic ski & sail adventure
Enjoy a week of luxury skiing and sailing in the fjords surrounding the Lyngen Alps outside Tromsø. Gear and meals are included. Perfect for groups of up to 8. | Book Nordics
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Best of Norway Escorted Small Group Tour
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Best of Norway small group tour
Escorted summer tour of Norwegian Fjords on premium mini-coach
8 days on an escorted summer tour of Norwegian Fjords, that takes you 'off the beaten' track on our premium mini-coach between Oslo and Bergen. | 50 Degrees North
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Discovery Route by Up Norway
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Discovery Route
One of Norway’s most sustainable journeys?
The Discovery Route from the 1880s was the first-ever high-end fjord package holiday to be sold in Norway. Now we will take you through the incomparable beauty of Norway in all its diversity. | Up Norway.
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Give me Møre! by Up Norway
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Give me Møre!
A beautiful shortcut
The world’s most beautiful shortcut – from east to northwest through the Norwegian sierra. Recharge your batteries in stunning, ever-changing surroundings - relax and gain new perspectives. | Up Norway.
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Norwegian Folklore by Up Norway
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Norwegian Folklore
Road-trip through entrancing landscapes
Experience the same landscapes that have entranced Norway's most famous artists for centuries while travelling through mountains, fjords and coastal landscapes, and from cities to villages. | Up Norway.
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The Best of Norway
A luxury train adventure
With an extended stay in a riverside lodge near Flåm, take your time and enjoy the Norwegian fjord scenery by hiking, kayaking or biking. Half board, train journey, transfers and two outdoor activities are included. | 50 Degrees North
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Magical Northern Light by Up Norway
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Magical Northern Lights
Go dogsledding and whalewatching
This journey encourages you to create your own magical connection in Alta, going on adventures such as dogsledding, snowmobiling and ice-fishing, and seeking the illuminations of the polar night. | Up Norway.
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Far Out in Svalbard by Up Norway
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Far Out in Svalbard
A remote Arctic adventure
Svalbard – 1300 km (810 miles) from the North Pole – is an escape from the escape. As one of the last great wildernesses, Svalbard takes the Norwegian experience to a whole new level. | Up Norway.
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Arctic Circle Express by Up Norway
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Arctic Circle Express
Slow Travel is Back in Fashion
Take your seat on an epic rail journey through tranquil landscapes peppered with majestic mountains, fjords and waterfalls – on foot, by boat or even in a kayak. | Up Norway.
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Western Fjords Hike by 50 Degrees North
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Western Fjords Hike
Experience the fjords on a premium mini-coach
Tour the Western Fjords of Norway, starting from Bergen and finishing in Ålesund. Discover Western Norway's mountains on guided hikes and admire breathtaking panoramic views across the scenic landscape. | 50 Degrees North
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Western Fjords of Norway
Tour the Western Fjords in our premium mini-coach
8 days independent journey between Bergen and Ålesund travelling 'off the beaten' track on our premium mini-coach and coastal express ferry. | 50 Degrees North
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Northern Lights Safari by Fjord Travel
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Northern Lights Safari
Dog sledding and Aurora safari
Join us on a 6-day northern lights round trip to Tromsø
from Oslo. Fly to Tromsø where you will experience all the highlights of the region, including several opportunities to chase the northern lights. | Fjord Travel
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Bergen, Ålesund - Beyond by Up Norway
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Bergen, Ålesund - Beyond
Fjords and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Find a place where time stands still, feel the wind gently touch your face, and taste the richness that lives in the soil. Discover people and places that touch your heart. | Up Norway
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The Arctic Circle Region by Up Norway
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The Arctic Circle Region
Myths and Marvels in Helgeland
On this journey, you will immerse yourself in the mythical fairy tales of Norway, and become a part of the story of the eternally immortalised trolls in the peculiar mountains around you. | Up Norway.
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Ice Hotel, Northern Lights and Tromsø by Fjord Travel
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Ice Hotel, Northern Lights and Tromsø
Dog sledding, King crabs, Reindeer sleigh
Experience Norway’s best northern lights destinations, Kirkenes & Tromsø, on this amazing 7-day round trip from Oslo. | Fjord Travel
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Finding Kos - Slow Travel by Up Norway
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Finding Kos - slow travel
A four week journey in the land of 'Kos'
Slow travel means personal awareness: tuning into your own feelings, redefining and setting new goals, feeling peace, clearing brain fog, invigorating the mind and establishing what matters. | Up Norway.