Norway in 7 Days: Oslo, Bergen & the Fjords by Train
A world-class 7-day rail and fjord journey across southern Norway. Ride the Bergensbanen across the alpine wilderness of Hardangervidda, board the steep Flåmsbana mountain railway to the shores of Aurlandsfjord, and explore the Hanseatic wooden wharf of Bergen.
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Day-by-day itinerary
Oslo Arrival & Waterfront Highlights
OsloArrive in Oslo. Walk up the marble sloping roof of the Oslo Opera House and explore the contemporary waterfront district of Bjørvika.
Munch Museum & Vigeland Sculpture Park
OsloVisit the MUNCH museum tower in the morning, followed by an afternoon stroll through the 200 granite and bronze sculptures of Vigeland Park.
The Legendary Bergensbanen Mountain Rail
BergenBoard the morning Vy train climbing to Finse (1,222 m) across the Hardangervidda plateau, arriving into Bergen in the afternoon. Walk through Bryggen.
Historic Bryggen & Mount Fløyen Hike
BergenExplore the wooden merchant passageways of UNESCO-listed Bryggen and hike the pine forest trails up Mount Fløyen for panoramic harbor views.
Flåmsbana Steep Mountain Railway & Fjord Cruise
Take the train to Myrdal and connect onto the Flåmsbana descending to Flåm. Take a fjord cruise along the narrow sheer cliffs of Nærøyfjord.
Nordnes Peninsula & Seafood Market
BergenReturn to Bergen, wander the historic cobbled alleys of Nordnes, and enjoy freshly caught baked fish cakes at Søstrene Hagelin.
Bybanen Light Rail & Departure
BergenTake the scenic Bybanen light rail line 1 directly from Byparken to Bergen Airport for your flight.
✂️ What I Would Cut If Short on Time
If limited to 5 days, take the early morning Bergensbanen from Oslo to Myrdal and Flåm, continuing to Bergen that same evening, giving you 2 full days in Bergen.
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