Norway by Road: Telemark Legends & Hardangerfjord Wonders

Embark on a 9-day self-drive from Oslo to Bergen through Telemark and Hardangerfjord. Visit historic stave churches, ascend Gaustatoppen via its iconic railway for views, explore the Vemork WWII sabotage site, and pass waterfalls, glaciers, and orchards before ending in historic Bergen.

Duration

9 Days / 8 Nights

PRICE

4,478

PEOPLE GOING

122+ Booked

PACKAGE

Itinerary

Itinerary Details
  1. 1
    Arrival in Oslo (Oslo Airport → Oslo City Centre)

    Pick up rental car at Oslo Airport and drive to city centre. Explore Parliament, Royal Palace, harbour, Bjørvika (Opera House, Munch Museum), Grünerløkka cafés, or food halls.

    Overnight in Central Oslo.

  2. 2
    Oslo → Telemark Region

    Drive to Telemark countryside near Blefjell Mountain (~140 km / 2 hrs). Pass forests, mountains, lakes, farmsteads, and stave churches. Enjoy peaceful nature, hiking, and swimming.

    Overnight in Telemark.

  3. 3
    Telemark Region

    Visit 13th-century Heddal Stave Church, Norway’s largest. Drive to Gvarv (~50 km / 1 hr total) for a local cider and craft beverage tasting with included lunch featuring regional ingredients.

    Overnight in Telemark.

  4. 4
    Telemark → Rjukan & Gaustatoppen Area

    Drive along Lake Tinnsjå to Rjukan (~70 km / 1.5 hrs). Visit Vemork Power Plant to learn about hydroelectric and WWII history. Continue to Gaustatoppen for hiking trails and scenic views.

    Overnight in Telemark.

  5. 5
    Gaustatoppen Area

    Take funicular railway up Gaustatoppen for panoramic views across southern Norway. Enjoy walking paths, photos, and summit refreshments before a relaxed afternoon in the area.

    Overnight in Telemark.

  6. 6
    Telemark → Hardangerfjord

    Drive west to Hardangerfjord (~240 km / 4 hrs). Pass mountain roads, valleys, and waterfalls. Visit Hardangervidda National Park Centre to learn about the mountain plateau and wildlife.

    Overnight in Hardangerfjord.

  7. 7
    Hardangerfjord Region

    Explore Hardangerfjord: take a RIB boat fjord safari past waterfalls and cliffs, or visit nearby fruit farms and cider producers to taste regional products. Short local drives required.

    Overnight in Hardangerfjord.

  8. 8
    Hardangerfjord → Bergen (Ullensvang → Voss → Bergen)

    Drive to Bergen via Voss (~200 km / 3 hrs). Stop in Voss to see Lake Vangsvatnet, visit local church, or ride Mount Hanguren gondola. Continue to Bergen for evening at leisure.

    Overnight in Bergen.

  9. 9
    Bergen Sightseeing & Departure (Bergen City Centre → Bergen Airport)

    Morning in Bergen: explore Bryggen Wharf, shops, museums, or ride Fløibanen Funicular up Mount Fløyen. Drive to Bergen Airport (~25 km / 30–40 mins), return car, and depart.

Tour Highlights
    • Arrive at Oslo Airport and pick up rental car.
    • Explore Oslo: Parliament, Royal Palace, Aker Brygge, Bjørvika district, Opera House, Munch Museum, Grünerløkka streets and cafés, and Mathallen Food Hall.
    • Overnight in Central Oslo
Accommodations
  • 1 night hotel accommodation in Oslo with breakfast.
  • 4 nights hotel accommodation in Telemark with breakfast.
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation in Hardangerfjord with breakfast.
  • 1 night hotel accommodation in Bergen with breakfast.

 

Guests may request upgrades to 5-Star hotels. Upgraded options are subject to availability and additional costs.

Package Includes

Self-Drive:

  • Premium rental car for 9 days.
  • Unlimited kilometers included.
  • GPS navigation included.
  • Travel assistance with local driving tips, route maps, and day-by-day itinerary guidance.

 

Accommodations:

  • 8 nights hotel accommodation with daily breakfast.


Exclusive Experiences:

  • Scenic self-drive through Telemark, Hardangerfjord, and western Norway’s mountain landscapes.
  • Visit to the Hardangervidda National Park Center.
  • Cider tasting experience in Gvarv (Telemark) with local producers.
  • Leisure time in the Hardangerfjord region to enjoy fjord scenery.
  • Scenic drive via Voss with views of Lake Vangsvatnet.
  • Time to explore Bergen, including Bryggen Wharf and optional Mount Fløyen funicular ride.

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