The Norwegian Fjords extend from the western coast, and offer some of the most dramatic and awe-inspiring landscapes on earth.
Luxury Fjord Holidays in Norway
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A word from our travel specialist
On my latest trip to Norway, some of the best moments were spent out on the fjords.
I did a cruise from Bergen through the Osterfjord and into the narrow Mostraumen straits. The landscape was dramatic, with towering cliffs and waterfalls, and at one point the boat got close enough that I felt the mist on my face. I also went on a cruise through the Nærøyfjord, which was absolutely stunning. It’s so narrow and steep, with little villages in the valley and waterfalls everywhere. The boats were modern and comfortable, and I loved standing out on the top deck even when the wind picked up. Another highlight was sailing on the Sognefjord, Norway’s longest and deepest fjord. I found a quiet spot by the big windows inside, but also went out on the sun deck to take in the huge, peaceful landscape.
Helga
Nordic Experience Curator
Inspiration for Holidays in the Norwegian Fjords
A Nordic Winter Escape Through Sweden and Norway
A winter journey through Stockholm and Norway’s fjords with ski touring wellness dining and unforgettable alpine scenery.
A Nordic Christmas Adventure from Oslo to Arctic Lapland
A festive Nordic escape from Oslo to Arctic Lapland featuring Northern Lights, Sami culture, snow adventures and an unforgettable igloo stay.
Arctic Fjords and Nordic Flavours
An active family journey through Norway featuring fjords, wildlife, kayaking, scenic drives and historic stays from Lofoten to Bergen.
Tromsø and Malangen Winter Escape
Explore Tromsø and Malangen by snowshoe, sled and snowmobile, with Arctic wildlife, Sami culture and Northern Lights at every turn.
Autumn Fjords and Auroras
Fjord cruises, glacier walks and Aurora skies — this luxury autumn journey reveals the best of Norway from Oslo to the Lyngen Alps.
Drive the Fjords in Norway
Highlights include a private boat cruise to Flatflesa Lighthouse and panoramic drives through the Sunnmøre Alps and a helicopter transfer.
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Norwegian Fjords holidays, designed around you
Take a sailing trip by yacht, catamaran or RIB boat to experience the sheer scale and beauty of the Norwegian fjords on a sea level. Get up close to magnificent waterfalls, lush valleys and native wildlife on this unmissable adventure.
Experience urban life in Fjord Norway. From colourful cosmopolitan cities, each with their own unique heritage, to idyllic villages nestled in remote parts of the Norwegian fjords.
Where to Stay: Handpicked for You
Handpicked for their fjordside views and Nordic charm, our stays in Fjord Norway range from elegant historic hotels to nature-immersed eco-retreats.
Solstrand Hotel & Spa
Boutique Spa Hotel Outside of Bergen, mountains, waterfalls and fjord views
Malangen Resort
Malangen Resort on Malangen Fjord, where Arctic peaks and skies meet. A tailored Norwegian escape of adventure, wellness and calm.
Flesje Gard
Waterfront retreat in Sognefjord: peace, style and fjord views from your private deck, where mountains, sailing and quiet await.
Hotel Union Øye
Follow in the footsteps of adventurers, royals, writers, and lovers
Molja Lighthouse
Upstairs in the circular bedroom lie and watch the boats sail past
Hotel Brosundet
The historic town of Ålesund, a destination where history meets luxuryThe Guidebook
Explore Fjord Norway
Sculpted and carved by ancient glaciers, the Norwegian Fjords are a collection of geological masterpieces. Sheer cliff faces and deep, sea flooded valleys wrapped in wild rugged terrain set the stage for an adventurers’ paradise. In addition there are a whole host of incredible places to stay such as lighthouses, boutique hotels and lodges.
Begin your adventure in the official “Gateway to the Fjords”, Bergen, where you can experience some of the areas most popular tourist attractions such as the Norway in a Nutshell tour by train, land and sea, or for something a little less mainstream you could head to the nearby charming Art Nouveau town of Alesund where a host of tours can be arranged privately such as chocolate tasting, helicopter rides and hiking.
A must whilst visiting Fjord Norway is to witness Geirangerfjord – the UNESCO listed jewel of Fjord Norway and quite possibly the country’s most iconic place of natural beauty.
Getting There
Bergen is an excellent hub for the Fjord Norway region offering great flight connections to the world. In addition to a large selection of direct flights to Bergen from all over the world, you can also arrive by ferry or cruise, by train from Oslo or Flåm or by car along the scenic fjords and coast to Bergen. There are also a number of other domestic airports which are well serviced through connections in the immediate region, Oslo and elsewhere in Norway.
Climate
The climate in Fjord Norway weather is warmer than the latitude might suggest. Temperatures below -10 degrees Celsius are rare. Summer temperatures sometimes reach the upper 20’s, but the city sees temperatures over 30 degrees only a few days each decade.
Fjords
Fjords are found in locations where current or past glaciation extended below current sea level. A fjord is formed when a glacier retreats, after carving its typical U-shaped valley, and the sea fills the resulting valley floor.
This forms a narrow, steep sided inlet (in Norway, sometimes deeper than 1300 metres) connected to the sea. The terminal moraine pushed down the valley by the glacier is left underwater at the fjord’s entrance, causing the water at the neck of the fjord to be shallower than the main body of the fjord behind it.
Well-organized trip to Norway and Svalbard with great accommodations and activities. Gwen was communicative and responsive to requests. Highly recommend!
Russell Snook
We did! Everything was truly wonderful! I think the Holman Husky Lodge was our favourite place. Beautiful accommodations, but best of all, wonderful people! Everyone was so friendly and accommodating, excellent food, we really enjoyed our time there. We also greatly enjoyed Bergen! Opus XVI was beautiful and we loved being able to walk to restaurants and bars and take in the sights. All of our drivers were punctual and friendly. The itinerary was full but not overfull.
Thank you so much! It was an epic trip, we are taking home wonderful memories!
Shelly
I would thoroughly recommend this company. Their planning and advice was spot on. Alex responded to my calls and emails very promptly. I will definitely use them again for future trips.
Rosie
Exceptional service throughout the entire planning and booking process – travel agencies don’t get any better than this. A brilliant, seamless experience matched by the holiday experience itself. Would recommend ‘Off the Map Travel’ to anyone considering booking for a Nordic experience ‘par excellence’.
Chris
Arctic Retreat was simply magical. Graham and his team were superb. Their entire focus was on ensuring we had an outstanding experience. The accommodation, setting and food were all excellent. The team, experienced professionals, each brought their own personal touch and local nuance. It was faultless. The dog sledging trip directly from Arctic Retreat was also superb. We would return to Arctic Retreat in a heartbeat.
George
We have loved it so much here that we have extended our stay and will come back to Bjornfjell and stay in one of their cabins until Jan 3 then we are staying in the igloo hotel the night of the 3rd. 😊We added a few excursions this week – we did the whale trip on the RIB boat (wow!), toured the igloo hotel (which is why we decided to book the last night!) and did the reindeer sleigh at Sorrisniva. You were so right, the bonfire excursion was incredible!!It has been an absolutely amazing trip!
Kristen
I used OTMT to organise a holiday to see the Northern Lights for my partner’s 50th birthday. They took the time to understand my priorities, the kinds of places we like to stay and the things we like to do. They recommended a fabulous itinerary in Norway centred around the Lyngen Experience Lodge. The holiday itself lived up to expectations and I have no hesitation in recommending OTMT. They listened carefully during the planning and delivered the perfect present for my partner.
Alex
What an amazing trip we are having. It is incredible. Many many thanks for arranging such an incredible trip.
Giles
We originally hired Off the Map Travel in 2020 to set up a trip to see the Northern Lights. That didn’t happen, thanks to COVID. But, we persisted and in March of 2023, we took a 16-day trip that included both Iceland and Norway. IT WAS MAGICAL! Off the Map took care of everything! We were pampered at every stage of our trip. The people they hired and the activities they planned added up to a trip that will set the standard for any we’ll ever take in the future. Alex and his team were fabulous! We recommend them without restraint!
Jim & Kris
Hello Lucy!! Kim and I had a fantastic time in Iceland! Probably one of my top 3 trips I’ve ever taken!
It was everything we asked for and you did a wonderful job coordinating it all so beautifully!!
Thank you very much and we will contact you again when we get ready to plan our trip to Norway and Lapland!
Doreen
Amy was a great help with planning this trip. Our trip turned out amazing. I also was very grateful for Off the Map’s Front Desk service, which promptly handled an on the spot issue we had.
Karen
Amy planned a fantastic trip! Everything was very well-thought out. All transfers went smoothly, accommodations were amazing, great restaurant recommendations and the tours were once-in-a-lifetime, can’t book it yourself off the internet experiences. The guides were all fantastic. Communications were prompt and everything worked exactly the way it was supposed to. What a pleasure! Already working on our next trip.
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