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Norway in a Nutshell® Tours from Oslo

Experience the fjords on a travel package that includes the Norway in a Nutshell® tour from Oslo to Bergen. Have all your accommodation and other local travel details arranged by our experts.

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Visit the fjords on a Norway in a Nutshell tour

Want to see the Norwegian fjords on one of the world’s most scenic train journeys? The Norway in a Nutshell® tour from Oslo to Bergen combines travel by train, coach and ferry, offering panoramic scenery of snow-capped peaks, waterfalls, fjords and small goat farms nestled in the mountainsides. The best part? You can enjoy this journey year-round!

Nordic Visitor offers this popular journey as part of many of its nearly all-inclusive tour packages in Norway, which come with accommodations, train reservations and other local services arranged by our Norwegian travel experts.

For the best Norway in a Nutshell tours and suggestions for things to see and do on your journey, keep browsing below.


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Why book with Nordic Visitor

  • Hassle-free & seamless travel experience
  • Flexible & customisable tour options
  • Value for your money
  • Professional service from local experts

Tours including Norway in a Nutshell

Visit the Norwegian fjords and the charming cities of the west coast by train on one of these popular Norway tour packages including Flåm Railway and more.

Norway
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Train
7 days / 6 nights
4.7
Oct - Mar

Norway in a Nutshell® & Northern Lights Express

Fjords & Tromsø

2660EUR

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7 days / 6 nights
Oct - Mar

2660EUR

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Norway
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Cruise & Train
5 days / 4 nights
4.8
Oct - Apr

Norway in a Nutshell® Express - Winter

1298EUR

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5 days / 4 nights
Oct - Apr

1298EUR

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Norway
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Train
8 days / 7 nights
Dec - Mar

Norway in a Nutshell® & Northern Lights Classic

4264EUR

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8 days / 7 nights
Dec - Mar

4264EUR

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Norway
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Train
7 days / 6 nights
4.7
May - Sep

Norway in a Nutshell® - Classic

1826EUR

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7 days / 6 nights
May - Sep

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Other ways to explore the fjords

Take a trip by car, train or cruise - or a combination of travel modes - to experience the sheer scale and beauty of the Norwegian fjords. These tours showcase the best of western Norway.

Norway
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Train
7 days / 6 nights
4.7
Oct - Mar

Norway in a Nutshell® & Northern Lights Express

Fjords & Tromsø

2660EUR

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7 days / 6 nights
Oct - Mar

2660EUR

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Norway
Cruise & Train
7 days / 6 nights
Oct - Apr

Express Norway - Winter

Coastal Cruise & Flåm Railway

2577EUR

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7 days / 6 nights
Oct - Apr

2577EUR

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Norway
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Cruise & Train
7 days / 6 nights
4.7
May - Sep

Best of the Norwegian Fjords – Express

Geiranger & Fjord Cruise

3274EUR

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7 days / 6 nights
May - Sep

3274EUR

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Norway
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Self-drive
7 days / 6 nights
4.9
May - Sep

Norway Fjord Route by Car - Classic

2074EUR

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7 days / 6 nights
May - Sep

2074EUR

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Highlights of the Norway in a Nutshell Tour from Oslo

From Oslo, your journey starts with a train ride on the Bergensbanen (Bergen Line), taking you over the rugged Hardangervidda mountain plateau. From the Myrdal junction, situated 866 metres above sea level, your tour continues on the famous Flåm Railway (Flåmsbana).

This popular train trip offers breathtaking scenery as its vintage rail cars weave their way down the mountains on a 20-kilometre journey to the idyllic fjord village of Flåm, with a stop for a photo at the dazzling Kjosfossen waterfall.

Another of the best Norway in a Nutshell tour highlights is the 2-hour fjord cruise from Flåm to Gudvangen. Sailing on an open-deck ferry, you’ll glide between the steep mountainsides of the Aurlandsfjord and Nærøyfjord

From Gudvangen, you’ll transfer from boat to coach bus for the next leg of the journey. In Voss, you’ll reconnect to the Bergen Railway for the final part of your scenic journey to Bergen.



Customised fjord tours including Norway in a Nutshell

The Norway in a Nutshell journey can be done in one day, but of course you will want to have extra days in your tour so you can enjoy the vast array of attractions in Oslo and all the historic sites in Bergen. In as little as 4 days you can enjoy an express round-trip from Oslo on the Norway in a Nutshell tour, with an overnight in Bergen, but for the best experience we recommend around 6 days for the classic round-trip, with a night in Flåm added to your itinerary.

Want to book a Norway in a Nutshell tour with some side trips or other customisations? Nordic Visitor specialises in creating bespoke tour packages in Norway, so our local travel experts can easily modify an itinerary to your interests.

For example, we can start your Norway in a Nutshell tour from Bergen instead of Oslo or, with at least 11 days to travel in Norway, we can combine a trip to Geirangerfjord and a Norway in a Nutshell tour in one package for you. Another popular addition we offer is an extended train journey south to Stavanger, with the possibility of a day tour to the famous Pulpit Rock

Why not add a cruise to your Norway in a Nutshell itinerary and see even more fjords? A cruise along the west coast from Bergen is a wonderful extension to any train tour package in Norway.

 

— TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Norway in a Nutshell® fun facts

  • Lonely Planet called Bergen Railway one of the world’s best train rides
  • The Oslo to Bergen train crosses Hardangervidda, Europe’s highest mountain plateau
  • Flåm Railway is one of the world’s steepest train lines, with 11 mountain tunnels en route
  • The Nærøyfjord is among Norway's eight World Heritage Sites

Norway Travel Experts

As a travel agency founded in the Nordic region, Nordic Visitor knows how to make the most of your time in Norway. We offer a variety of tours – both independent and guided – that include must-see attractions as well as lesser-known highlights that are hand-picked by our own Norway travel experts. To ensure a stress-free trip, we handle all the local details for you – accommodation, activities, rental car, train tickets, cruise reservations and other specialist services.

Oh, and we can customise your itinerary! If you decide you want to add extra nights at a certain location, for example, your personal Nordic Visitor travel consultant will be happy to make suggestions and modify your itinerary.

Different ways you can experience Norway

We have tours for all varieties of travel styles and interests. See our options for exploring Norway below.

What do our customers say?

The reviews speak for themselves. See what Nordic Visitor travellers said about their experience with us.

John, United States
Norway in a Nutshell® & Northern Lights Express, March 2024

Well planned tour

The tour was well planned. Travel was easy. Hotels in perfect locations. Even when there was a problem, the emergency number led to an easy resolution. 5/5 trip. Exceeded my expectations!

Karen, United States
Northern Lights Norway Express, March 2024

Enjoyed the experience

The Northern lights adventure was successful. Our guide made every effort to help us se them. Our guides on the snowmobile tour were helpful and fun. Food was great. My grandson misplaced his cell phone and everyone helped look for it. We enjoyed the whole experience.

Robert, United States
Norway in a Nutshell® & Northern Lights Express, March 2024

Amazing experience

We really didn't know what to expect, only booking a trip to Norway because of a wedding in Denmark the following week. It was an amazing experience. Everything worked well. Accomodations were clean, comfortable and cultural at the same time. When we hit a snag along the way, our consultant was available by phone. We'd recommend this trip, and Nordic Visitor, to others.

Erica, United States
Northern Lights Norway Classic, March 2024

An amazing trip!

Ellen, our travel consultant, helped me plan the perfect trip to Norway! The hotel was nice and had free breakfast that was delicious! Camp Tamok was awesome and the dog sledding and snowmobiling was so much fun. There was a little hiccup when the catamaran tour changed to another boat and we didn't know, but I called the emergency line and was helped right away. The northern lights chase was awesome and we finally got to see the lights on the last night. It was an amazing trip!

Elisa, United States
Express Norway - Winter, March 2024

Highly recommend

Ellen was amazing throughout the booking process and answering all my questions. The trip was incredible. I could do more than what I wanted and I could taylor it to meet my needs. I will highly recommend you see Norway with Nordic Visitor's help.

Susan, United States
Northern Lights by Train and Cruise, March 2024

Super well planned

Recently took one of the tours including Norway in a Nutshell that included an ambitious amount of travel - on trains, boats, buses, airplanes - 6 different cities/hotels (including on the Hurtigruten Coastal Express) - and everywhere we went we were expected and welcomed. The materials Ellen sent ahead of time helped us be prepared and make the most of our trip. Super well planned - wouldn't hesitate to use Nordic Visitor services for another trip.

Dru, United States
Norway in a Nutshell® & Northern Lights Express, March 2024

Everything was seamless

I travel quite often but this was my first time using a travel consultant. Annie responded quickly to all my questions and worked with me to make several changes to the suggested itinerary. Everything was seamless and there were no issues in the planning or while on the trip. There was an unforeseen delay on a train and the agency called us to let us know the updated timetables and advice on how to proceed since we would be missing our original connection. My mom and I had a wonderful time on the trip. I would highly recommend Nordic Visitor, it is definitely worth your while.

Gary, South Africa
Norway in a Nutshell® & Best of Northern Norway Classic, March 2024

Memorable trip

Our travel consultant, Juliana was great and ensured we were able to do the activities we had selected and also answered all our questions, helped with reservations etc. our biggest concern was managing the logistics and making every train, bus, cruise, flight etc but although tiring it all worked out really well. we chose the luxury accomodation and were not disappointed, even the glamping tent was great. What made the trip memorable was the activities, and all were high quality, well run and very professional.

Travel Guide

Be prepared for just about anything on your Norway adventure.

Our Services

Whether you travel by train, cruise ship or car in your Nordic Visitor package, all customers receive personalised service with a designated travel consultant, tailor-made quality travel documents, and our self-drive clients receive a hand-marked map that outlines their route, overnight stays and highlights along the way. Furthermore, Nordic Visitor has long-standing professional relationships with local tour operators, which are carefully selected by our staff and are recognized for consistent, quality service.

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  • Protect your money & plans with our flexible booking terms  .
  • 97% of customers say they’d recommend us to friends.
  • We work closely with trusted, high-quality suppliers.
  • Enjoy personal service from Norway travel experts.
  • Get peace of mind with a 24/7 helpline during your stay.
  • We’re here for you in case of unforeseen circumstances.

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