This 5-day self-drive tour allows you to see some of the best of the west coast of Norway. Get ready to explore the bustling city of Bergen, enjoy dramatic fjords like Sognefjord and Næroyfjord, and soak in the breathtaking views offered by Stegastein, Gudvangen and Flam. This tour package also has an open day in Sogndal which is perfect for hiking or relaxing by the fjord or joining optional activities like kayaking or visiting a glacier.
Just a few of the majestic sights you’ll take in during your trip.
A day-by-day plan to guide your Nordic adventure.
On arrival at Bergen Flesland Airport, pick up your rental car and make your way to Bergen’s city centre, where your hotel for the night is located. For those arriving early, we recommend spending the afternoon strolling the city and exploring the lovely sights of scenic Bergen. City highlights include the old wharf of Bryggen – a UNESCO World Heritage Site, an interesting range of museums, as well as the city’s vibrant fish and flower market. For a good overview of Bergen, we recommend taking the “Fløibanen” funicular up the mountainside, which reveals spectacular views.
Spend the night in Bergen.
Start the first leg of your self-drive trip by heading to Norway’s adventure capital, Voss, which is home to the beautiful Tvindefossen waterfall. Your journey will then continue to Sogndal along the Sognefjord – Norway’s longest and deepest fjord – taking in sights including the towns of Stalheim, before reaching the beautiful Aurlandsfjord and the town of Flåm. We recommend stopping in Flåm and riding the renowned Flåmsbana railway, a steep train ride between Flåm and Myrdal – a treat for photographers or train enthusiasts alike!
A stop at Stegastein viewpoint is recommended, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of Aurlandsfjord. You will then take a short ferry ride before driving towards Sogndal, where you will send the night.
Spend the night in Sogndal.
Driving distance: 237 km / 148 miles
Estimated driving duration: 4 hours (without stops)
Today you will spend the day at leisure in the Sogndal area, where there is so much to do and see. There are numerous hiking trails in the area to explore, or you could rent bikes to cycle around the fjord, go kayaking on the fjord or just take a dip in the ocean!
For highlights, we recommend a visit to Urnes, one of the oldest stave churches in Norway, which is included on UNESCO’s World Heritage list, visiting the Nigarsbreen glacier which is one arm of the large Jostedalsbreen glacier, or hiking Molden mountain, which has one of the finest viewpoints in the area.
Spend another night in Sogndal.
Today you will head back to beautiful Bergen, driving along Sognefjord to Hella where you take a short ferry ride to Vagnes. While passing the village of Vik, see Hove Church, the oldest stone building in the Sogn region. Next, drive along Vik mountain to Myrkdalen, the centre of agriculture for the region, where there lies a beautiful sweeping landscape with mountains and forests in the backdrop. Return to Voss before reaching Bergen, where you will spend the evening.
Spend the night in Bergen.
Driving distance: 220 km / 137 miles
Estimated driving duration: 4 hours (without stops)
When it‘s time for your Norwegian adventure to come to an end, head to the airport where you’ll return your rental car. If your flight is in the afternoon, you can choose to enjoy some last-minute shopping, visit one of Bergen’s many museums or relax at a café, enjoying the last few moments of this amazing journey.
We recommend adding your extra activities to the tour now for the best booking experience and to secure your spot, as activities are likely to sell out.
Here’s a map of your travel route, to help put things in perspective.
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Sleep soundly, in the accommodation type of your choice, and wake up ready to enjoy another day of exploration.
Enjoy the journey, in the rental car of your choice.
Our best price per person when booking for two.
We recommend that all our travellers read through the following information about driving in Norway, what the tour includes, accommodation, deposit payment and other useful information for your travels.
ABOUT OUR SELF-DRIVE TOURS
This is a self-drive tour, which means you will follow a detailed and personalised itinerary during your road trip in Norway. No dedicated driver or tour guide is included. All accommodation, rental vehicle, and other planned activities or added services will be pre-booked by Nordic Visitor (as specified in the itinerary). As this is a self-drive tour, you are welcome to stop when and where you wish on your drive. Except for accommodation and booked activities, other highlights we’ve listed in the itinerary are suggestions based on Nordic Visitor favourites.
For inexperienced drivers who still want to explore and discover Norway, we recommend one of our guided small group tours, where you will have a local, experienced guide leading the way.
ACCOMMODATION
Our team of Norway travel experts carefully select hotels around the country based on excellent ratings, personal experience and comfort. Please note, that in Norway our room types are based on European standard sizes. For instance, a double bed often consists of two single beds pushed together. Triple rooms include a double bed along with an extra bed, a rollaway or a sofa bed, and a single room is often smaller than the standard double.
DRIVING IN NORWAY
For information on driving in Norway we recommend that you take a look at our online travel guide. There you will find handy information on tolls, ferry routes, tunnels and more! In general, the roads in Norway are of high standard and are well-maintained. Rural roads are generally two lanes and can be narrow and winding, particularly in mountainous areas. Norwegians drive on the right side of the road.
CURRENCY RATE
All bookings are charged in Euros (EUR). Prices displayed in other currencies are indicative only and based on the daily exchange rate. Therefore, conversions from EUR to other currencies will fluctuate from day to day.
AFTER BOOKING WITH NORDIC VISITOR
After booking your package with Nordic Visitor, you will be contacted within two working days by one of our travel consultants, who will serve as your dedicated contact person for all of your travel needs before, during and even after your holiday. Your travel consultant will provide you with details about your booking and your remaining payment (if not paid in full). You will also receive more information about what to expect during your holiday.
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