Arctic Circle & Fjords by Rail
From Kiruna to Oslo
Tour Operator: G Adventures
Physical rating: 2 - Light
Special diets catered: Vegetarians, Vegans
Age range: You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.
Tour operated in: English
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Tour Overview
The Arctic Circle may sound like a chilly destination, but when you go in the summer, there’s plenty to see and do by the light of the midnight sun. Begin in Kiruna and take two weeks via rail on this scenic train route, crossing to Norway above the Circle and going back south through the fjordland. Along the way, you’ll ride famous railways like Flåm, Ofoten, and Bergen, then disembark to engage in summer activities like rafting, kayaking, or canoeing. Seeing the fjords from a kayak rather than an oversized cruise ship is a brand new perspective – come realize it for yourself.
Highlights
Enjoy the midnight sun and stunning fjords, kayak or hike your way through Norway's jaw-dropping scenery, experience the charm of fishing villages on remote northern islands, ride famous railways through stunning mountains and fjords.- experience the charm of fishing villages on remote northern islands
- Enjoy the midnight sun and stunning fjords
- kayak or hike your way through Norway's jaw-dropping scenery
- ride famous railways through stunning mountains and fjords.
Itinerary
Day 1: Kiruna
Location: Kiruna
Arrive at any time.
There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.
ACTIVITY: Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Day 2: Kiruna
Location: Kiruna
Meals: BREAKFAST
Spend the day enjoying Kiruna. Opt to do some hiking or book one of the many local tours in the area. In the evening, opt to follow your CEO on a midnight sun hike.
FREE TIME: FULL DAY Explore Kiruna or go further afield.
Day 3: Kiruna/Lofoten
Location: Kiruna
Meals: BREAKFAST
Hop aboard the Ofoten Railway to Narvik, Norway, before continuing by bus to the Lofoten Islands. Enjoy staying in some charming fishing cabins on the coast.
It's a long but scenic travel day and with the never-setting sun, there's plenty of time to soak in the breathtaking scenery.
TRANSPORT: Soak in the beautiful views of the Ofoten Railway en route to Norway.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Day 4: Lofoten
Location: Lofoten
Meals: BREAKFAST
Enjoy free time on the islands with an optional wildlife-spotting cruise or scenic hikes.
Opt for a hike up to "The Goat" for gorgeous views of the harbour. Take a local bus to Hennigsvaer, a charming old fishing village, perfect for a lunch stop.
FREE TIME: FULL DAY Head out to sea or explore inland.
Day 5: Lofoten/Trondheim
Location: Lofoten
Meals: BREAKFAST
Take a ferry across to Bodø before switching to the Nordland Railway for the long but scenic ride to Trondheim. Watch as the mountains and fjords glide by.
Prepare for the long travel day with a good book, a deck of cards, and a fully charged camera battery. Explore the train, stare out the window, and get to know your fellow travellers a little better.
TRANSPORT: MORNING Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
TRANSPORT: FULL DAY Enjoy a full day packed with breathtaking scenery on the Nordland Railway.
Day 6: Trondheim
Location: Trondheim
Meals: BREAKFAST
Spend a free day exploring Trondheim. Opt to visit the neighbourhood of Bakklandet, the old town bridge, Market Square, or Nidaros Cathedral. Opt to linger in one of the cafés along the wharves or wander the old city streets.
FREE TIME: FULL DAY Get out and explore.
Day 7: Trondheim/Geiranger
Location: Trondheim
Meals: BREAKFAST
Take the Dovre and Rauma railways through the mountains, valleys and rivers of this region. Travel by bus to the gorgeous Geiranger area.
TRANSPORT: Enjoy the Dovre Railway to Dombas then switch to the Rauma Railway to Åndalsnes.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Day 8: Geiranger
Location: Geiranger
Meals: BREAKFAST
Enjoy free time at the UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord and opt for a scenic boat cruise. Other options here include a fjord safari, hiking, visiting farms in the area, or kayaking in this stunning region.
FREE TIME: Explore the fjords and surrounds.
Day 9: Geiranger/Flåm
Location: Geiranger
Meals: BREAKFAST
Enjoy a free morning before continuing through fjord country to reach Flåm.
It's a full day of travelling through this gorgeous scenery with stops along the way.
FREE TIME: MORNING Explore the fjords a little more.
TRANSPORT: Enjoy a private vehicle for this journey and make scenic stops along the way.
Day 10: Flåm/Bergen
Location: Flåm
Meals: BREAKFAST
Spend the morning exploring Flåm with options to ride the famous Flåmsbana Railway, go kayaking, take a boat ride, or enjoy a local cheese tasting. Continue to Bergen by ferry, one of the most well-known cities in Norway's fjordland.
FREE TIME: MORNING Spend the morning exploring.
TRANSPORT: AFTERNOON Hop the express ferry for a scenic ride through the fjordland.
Day 11: Bergen
Location: Bergen
Meals: BREAKFAST
Enjoy an orientation walk of this small town. Get the lay of the land visiting Old Byrggen and the fishmarket. Spend the rest of the day any way you like. In the evening, ride the Fløibanen Funicular to the top of Mt Floyden for spectacular views of the area. Opt to enjoy dinner at the peak.
ACTIVITY: MORNING Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.
FREE TIME: FULL DAY Head out and explore.
ACTIVITY: EVENING Lasting only 7 minutes, a ride on the Fløibanen is one of Norway's most popular attractions. Running since 1918, the two cars run between Bergen centre and Fløyen with an elevation change of 300m (984 ft). Reach the top and soak in the spectacular views.
Day 12: Bergen/Oslo
Location: Bergen
Meals: BREAKFAST
Ride the famous Bergen Railway, one of the highest in the world, to reach Oslo in the late afternoon. Opt to visit the Munch Museum, the Akerhus Fortress, the Holocaust Museum, or the Vigeland Sculpture Park.
TRANSPORT: Ride the famous Bergen Railway for the last leg of this scenic journey.
FREE TIME: AFTERNOON Explore this capital city.
Day 13: Oslo
Location: Oslo
Meals: BREAKFAST
Depart at any time.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Hotels (8 nts), cabins (2 nts), fishing cabins (2 nts).
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Meals
12 breakfasts
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Midnight sun hike (Kiruna)
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All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
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Fjord land excursions
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Lofoten Islands stay
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Geirangerfjord visit
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Ofoten Railway
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Fløibanen funicular ticket (Bergen)
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Norland Railway
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Bergen Railway
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Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
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Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group. Midnight sun hike (Kiruna). Ofoten Railway. Lofoten Islands stay. Norland Railway. Fjord land excursions. Geirangerfjord visit. Flåm visit. Fløibanen funicular ticket (Bergen). Bergen Railway. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
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Flåm visit
