Norway Self-Drive Tours

Norway Self-Drive Tours

We don’t throw the word ‘epic’ around lightly. But to describe a road trip in what might be Europe’s most drivable country, it suits just fine.

Ferries and Fjords

Begin your journey not in Norway, but in Denmark, at the Hirtshals ferry pier, to embark on a day ferry to Kristiansand, continuing on to the famous Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock), perhaps the most photographed cliff in Norway. Take an unforgettable drive along the incredible Vesterålen archipelago, dotted with fishing villages, rich farmland, and a seemingly endless coastline. Or journey into the countryside to visit Hadeland Glassworks, to observe craftspeople creating beautiful works of art using traditional techniques. This is a country where not only the sights deserve to be lingered over, but the many viewpoints, rest stops, and even art installations are well worth your attention along the way.

Whatever road you choose, in Norway, it always leads to incredible discovery. Driving yourself around only adds to the adventure and makes it truly your own.

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Build Your Tour Sample Itineraries

Itinerary
As expert itinerary planners, we’ll help you craft the perfect tour.
Accommodations
Boutique hotels, traditional hotels, and unique stays.
Vehicles
Choose your vehicle type and size, from motorcycle to van.
Attractions
Design your trip based on the things you want to see and do.
Interests & Themes
Love the outdoors, city breaks, art and culture? Use your interests to personalize your trip.
Book With Confidence
Your Self-Drive vacation comes with our By-Your-Side Service^SM

Inclusions
Your choice of overnight stays, in some of our favorite places
Accommodations for every night of your trip in boutique and traditional hotels or unique stays.
Rental vehicle, a variety of vehicle types and sizes
All accommodation taxes/fees
Breakfast every morning
24/7 Traveler Hotline
By-Your-Side Service^SM
Accommodations
Unique Stays
- Norway offers a variety of accommodations including farm stays, mountain cabins, and fisherman cabins
Hotels
- Hotels in Norway come in all shapes and sizes. Snow hotels, historic hotels, and hotels of every standard from independent to global brands, boutique to luxury, fjord view to mountain view.
- Breakfast and taxes are always included in the room rate.
- Rooms are often smaller than what you’d find in the US, which is typical in Europe.
- Norway hotels do not use the star rating, and even the best hotels in the country may not offer amenities such as room service and porterage. Specialty hotels may also offer spa and wellness services.
Vehicles
Your self-drive car rental comes with:
- Rental vehicle with available pick-up/drop-off at the airport of your choice and most city centers. One way drop charge will apply and can be expensive.
- Choose from different car sizes, transmission (manual or automatic), vans, luxury options, or motorcycle.
- Included extras
  - All compulsory insurance: Collision Damage Waiver insurance (CDW with a deductible), theft protection insurance (TP), VAT sales tax, unlimited free mileage, third party liability insurance, airport surcharge, and a free road map. Upgrades to Super CDW available.
Travel Tips
- A current valid driver’s license is required to rent a car in Norway. An international driving permit (IDP) is not required, but recommended for foreign drivers, especially if you plan to drive the car outside of Norway.
- Mileage and distance are in kilometers (km).
- Norway traffic drives on the right side of the road.
- Use of cell phones while driving is strictly prohibited.
- Rules regarding drinking and driving are very strict—zero tolerance.

For Your Inspiration

We don’t have “Book Now” tours because every trip is different and customized to your interests and preferences. Need some inspiration? Here are some ideas to get your personal itinerary started.

Taste of Wintertime in Svalbard

5 Days | 4 Nights

Adventure

Outdoor

Family

History

Svalbard is an archipelago of islands just 800 miles from the North Pole, and 1200 miles from the Norwegian mainland, with a rich history and amazing wildlife including reindeer, walrus, whales, seals, arctic fox, and polar bears. Svalbard is the location for geological and arctic research, and environmental monitoring, with several countries participating. The Polar Nights during the winter allow for the magic of the northern nights. But life doesn’t stop just because it’s dark – there are plenty of outdoor activities such as dog sledding, hunting for the northern lights, snowmobile safari with a quiet, electric snowmobile, an ice cave adventure, or learning about the history with a local guide.

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Starting From$3,011per person based on
double occupancy

A Very Scandinavian Christmas

17 Days | 16 Nights

Outdoor

Adventure

City

Explore the four countries that make up Scandinavia—Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden—from December through January (including Christmas and New Year’s Eve). Spectacular activities and tours have been arranged to make this one of your most magical holidays yet!

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Starting From$8,122per person based on
double occupancy

Other Ways to Explore

Hit the road on your own or enjoy the luxury of having someone else in the driver’s seat. Embark on a rail tour or mix things up to get you there in whatever mode fits your journey best. Take a private tour custom-made for your group, or the most romantic chapter to add to your story.

No two tours are the same. So how do we get you there? That’s up to you.

Chauffeur
The freedom of your own private car, the luxury of your own personal guide. And the very best hidden secrets.

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Rail
Convenient, comfortable, oozing with charm. With a front-row seat to some of the most beautiful scenery in the world.

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Private Group
The trip of a lifetime, personalized just for your group of friends, family, or organization down to every last detail.

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Honeymoon
Every tour is different, perfectly matched for every couple. Crafted by a team who is as excited about your honeymoon as you are.

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