Design, Architecture & Nature of Norway

(9 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis)
Oslo, Alesund & Atlantic Road, Norangsfjord, Geirangerfjord, Storfjord

This private Norway tour features some of the country’s most spectacular design, architecture and landscapes. It includes private cultural touring with your own guide and driver and accommodation in Norway’s best and most charming fjord hotels.

Begin in Oslo, the attractive seaside capital of Norway. During flexible private touring, see cultural highlights, top museums, beautiful parks, charming neighborhoods, and historic and contemporary architecture. Take in panoramic views of the harbor from the Akershus Fortress, walk on the roof of the Oslo Opera House, see iconic Vigeland Park, learn about Norwegian history inside the Oslo City Hall, and explore masterpieces of Norwegian art, architecture and design at the National Gallery. Other options include visiting the Munch Museum, touring the Nobel Peace Center, learning about rural traditions at the Norwegian Folk Museum, touring the Royal Palace or Oscarshall, delving into the life of one of Norway's most renowned playwrights at the Ibsen Museum, seeing Norwegian modernist architecture at Villa Stenersen, learning about the World War II history of Norway at the Holocaust Museum or Resistance Museum, visiting Holmenkollen ski jump and the Ski Museum, and biking along the Akerselva River. Upon request, Artisans of Leisure can also arrange tickets to performances at the Oslo Opera House and other venues around the city.

Next, fly to Alesund, a beautiful port town built on islands along the coast. During private touring, explore the historic center—a showcase of Art Nouveau architecture—and visit small museums such as the Jugendstilsenteret to learn more about the history and culture of the region. If desired, also learn about Viking history, visit popular cafes and small boutiques, and venture up Aksla viewpoint for panoramas of the city and surrounding archipelago.

One day, travel by private vehicle and ferries through scenic landscapes to the stunning Atlantic Road, an engineering tour-de-force that connects a chain of small islands with curving bridges. Also take a short cruise to picture-perfect Haholmen, a fishing village on a tiny island, where you might like to enjoy lunch.

Next, drive through stunning landscapes to a historic hotel among the rugged mountains of Norangsfjord. Continue through the spectacular Norang Valley to spectacular Geirangerfjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the surrounding region. Cruise by ferry through the beautiful fjord, admiring waterfalls streaming hundreds of feet down high rock walls, and looking for farm buildings perched on precipitous cliffs. Also drive along the famous Eagle Road, a winding route with overhead views of Geirangerfjord, and through other classic Norwegian scenery of fjords and hills. Another highlight is driving on Trollstigen, a dramatic road that winds down steep slopes past waterfalls and towering peaks.

Conclude at a luxurious boutique hotel along Storfjord. One day, visit a local farm and enjoy lunch. Also enjoy time at leisure and perhaps go for a hike nearby.

This private Norway tour can be further customized with additional time or destinations in Norway or in neighboring countries such as Sweden and Denmark. Contact one of our Scandinavia specialists to start planning.

Itinerary Overview

Day 1 Arrive Oslo Private arrival transfer to hotel for 2 nights Day 2 Oslo Full-day private tour Day 3 Oslo – Alesund Private transfer to airport for flight to Alesund. Private arrival transfer to hotel 2 nights. Afternoon private city tour Day 4 Alesund & the Atlantic Road Full-day privately guided excursion to the Atlantic Road and Haholmen. Upon request, this excursion can be arranged by helicopter Day 5 Alesund – Norangsfjord Private transfer to hotel for 1 night, with touring en route Day 6 Norangsfjord – Geirangerfjord – Geiranger or Valldal Privately guided excursion through Geirangerfjord and region by ferry and private vehicle. Afternoon touring and activities and overnight in Geiranger or continue to Valldal via the Eagle’s Road Day 7 Geiranger or Valldal – Storfjord Private scenic touring en route to hotel for 2 nights Day 8 Storfjord Morning private fjord farm visit, including lunch. Afternoon at leisure to enjoy hotel grounds Day 9 Storfjord – Depart Alesund Private airport transfer

Hotels

Oslo: Hotel Continental Alesund: Hotel Brosundet Norangsfjord: Hotel Union Oye Geiranger or Valldal: Hotel Union Geiranger or Juvet Landscape Hotel Storfjord: Storfjord Hotel

Cost

$16,125 Per person (based on four travelers/two rooms) $23,475 Per person (based on two travelers/double occupancy)