Norway Adventure Tours

Choose Norway Natural Wonders Hiking if you want to explore Oslo, Bergen, the western fjords, and the Lofoten Islands all in one trip. Norway Mountains & Fjords Multi-Adventure is centered on mountain hikes, fjord kayaking, and cultural highlights between Oslo and Trondheim. For unique wildlife and Arctic exploration, choose Spitsbergen Polar Bears & Pack Ice Cruising Tour, an expedition cruise in the Svalbard archipelago.

For hiking and exploring Norway’s fjords, June through August typically has long daylight hours and generally moderate weather conditions. May and September can also be excellent, although mountain access in the shoulder months depends on snow and current weather conditions. Our Norway Natural Wonders Hiking departures run in summer, while Norway Mountains & Fjords Multi-Adventure has a broader May–September season. Spitsbergen Polar Bears & Pack Ice Cruising Tour are all in June.

Both MT Sobek mainland Norway trips are rated Level 3, so you should be comfortable hiking for 3-6 hours per day for several consecutive days. Train with regular exercise and hikes that have elevation gain/loss or use stairs,. Look carefully at the daily activity descriptions in the itineraries before choosing—mileage alone doesn’t tell you how demanding a trail will feel in Norway, as some hikes feel like they go straight up the mountainside.

Pack for a variety of conditions, ranging from warm and sunny to cold and rainy. Bring waterproof and breathable outer layers (including rain pants), a warm fleece or insulated jacket (or both), non-cotton wicking base layers, and hiking footwear with dependable grip. Wool or synthetic clothing works well on active days. When you register for an MT Sobek trip, you”ll receive a comprehensive, detailed packing list.

Both mainland itineraries visit Geirangerfjord, including a scenic boat tour on the water. The Lofoten Islands are part of Norway Natural Wonders Hiking, where coastal hikes and accommodations in fishermen’s cottages are often-cited highlights in guest reviews. Norway Mountains & Fjords Multi-Adventure follows a different route through the mountains and western fjords to Trondheim. Choose Natural Wonders if Lofoten is a top priority for you.

Neither of MT Sobek’s Norway itineraries includes camping. Norway Mountains & Fjords Multi-Adventure utilizes comfortable hotels, guesthouses, and inns. Natural Wonders Hiking includes hotels and renovated fishermen’s cottages in Lofoten, where some accommodations may have shared bathrooms. It may also include an overnight train with compact sleeping compartments, depending on rail operations. Spitsbergen guests sleep aboard an expedition ship.

Yes. On Natural Wonders Hiking, MT Sobek includes the scheduled domestic flights from Oslo to Bergen and from the Lofoten Islands back to Oslo. The flight costs appear on your trip statement. Confirm the schedule with your Adventure Coordinator before booking your international flights; we recommend spending the final night in Oslo and flying home the following day.

You don’t need to arrive as an experienced sea kayaker. The guided kayaking excursion includes a safety and paddling briefing before you set out. You should be comfortable being on the water for 3-4 hours and following your guide’s instructions. If kayaking isn’t for you, we offer the option to stay ashore and explore around the fjord instead.

Don’t choose these itineraries for the northern lights. Our mainland trips focus on hiking during the summer, and these months in northern Norway have little darkness. The summer Spitsbergen cruise is also about wildlife and Arctic landscapes. If the aurora is your main reason for traveling, plan a separate trip during the darker winter months.

Polar bears, walruses, seals, whales, and large seabird colonies are among the possibilities. Shore excursions may also offer sightings of reindeer and Arctic foxes. Wildlife is never guaranteed, and the expedition team adjusts the route and outings to weather, sea ice, and local conditions. Flexibility is part of the experience as each voyage is unique.