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Arctic Circle & Fjords by Rail

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Price on request
Duration
13 days
Countries
Sweden, Norway
Activity
easy

The adventure

The Arctic Circle may sound like a chilly destination, but when you go in the summer, there’s plenty to see and do by the light of the midnight sun. Begin in Kiruna and take two weeks via rail on this scenic train route, crossing to Norway above the Circle and going back south through the fjordland. Along the way, you’ll ride famous railways like Flåm, Ofoten, and Bergen, then disembark to engage in summer activities like rafting, kayaking, or canoeing. Seeing the fjords from a kayak rather than an oversized cruise ship is a brand new perspective – come realize it for yourself.

At a glance

Duration
13 days
Route
Kiruna → Oslo
Countries
Sweden, Norway
Activity level
easy
Style
Beach & Islands, National Parks & Wilderness, Polar & Expedition, Rail Journeys, Trekking & Hiking, Wildlife & Safari
Group size
Ask
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
Welcome

Where you'll go

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Day by day

Serene view of a forest lake in Sweden during autumn, reflecting calm and beauty.
Your journey through

Sweden & Norway

Day 1Arrival dayArrivalThere are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.
There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.
Day 2Spend the day enjoying Kiruna
Idyllic Swedish lake scene with scenic red cabins and lush pine forest.Kiruna
Spend the day enjoying Kiruna. Opt to do some hiking or book one of the many local tours in the area. In the evening, opt to follow your CEO on a midnight sun hike.
Map showing Kiruna
Day 3Hop aboard the Ofoten Railway to Narvik
Hop aboard the Ofoten Railway to Narvik, Norway, before continuing by bus to the Lofoten Islands. Enjoy staying in some charming fishing cabins on the coast.
Day 4Enjoy free time on the islands…Opt for a hike up to "The Goat" for gorgeous views of the harbour. Take a local bus to Hennigsvaer, a charming old fishing village, perfect for a lunch stop.
Opt for a hike up to "The Goat" for gorgeous views of the harbour. Take a local bus to Hennigsvaer, a charming old fishing village, perfect for a lunch stop.
Day 5Take a ferry across to Bodø before switching…Prepare for the long travel day with a good book, a deck of cards, and a fully charged camera battery. Explore the train, stare out the window, and get to know your fellow travellers a little better.
Prepare for the long travel day with a good book, a deck of cards, and a fully charged camera battery. Explore the train, stare out the window, and get to know your fellow travellers a little better.
Day 6Spend a free day exploring Trondheim
Spend a free day exploring Trondheim. Opt to visit the neighbourhood of Bakklandet, the old town bridge, Market Square, or Nidaros Cathedral. Opt to linger in one of the cafés along the wharves or wander the old city streets.
Day 7Take the Dovre and Rauma railways through the mountains
Take the Dovre and Rauma railways through the mountains, valleys and rivers of this region. Travel by bus to the gorgeous Geiranger area.
Day 8Enjoy free time at the UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord…
Enjoy free time at the UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord and opt for a scenic boat cruise. Other options here include a fjord safari, hiking, visiting farms in the area, or kayaking in this stunning region.
Day 9Enjoy a free morning before continuing through fjord…It's a full day of travelling through this gorgeous scenery with stops along the way.
It's a full day of travelling through this gorgeous scenery with stops along the way.
Day 10Spend the morning exploring Flåm with options…
Spend the morning exploring Flåm with options to ride the famous Flåmsbana Railway, go kayaking, take a boat ride, or enjoy a local cheese tasting. Continue to Bergen by ferry, one of the most well-known cities in Norway's fjordland.
Day 11Enjoy an orientation walk of this small town
Enjoy an orientation walk of this small town. Get the lay of the land visiting Old Byrggen and the fishmarket. Spend the rest of the day any way you like. In the evening, ride the Fløibanen Funicular to the top of Mt Floyden for spectacular views of the area. Opt to enjoy dinner at the peak.
Day 12Ride the famous Bergen RailwayOslo
Charming Norwegian waterfront houses along a serene coastline in Oslo during fall.Oslo
Ride the famous Bergen Railway, one of the highest in the world, to reach Oslo in the late afternoon. Opt to visit the Munch Museum, the Akerhus Fortress, the Holocaust Museum, or the Vigeland Sculpture Park.
Map showing Oslo
Day 13Departure dayDepartureDepart at any time.
Depart at any time.

Discover Sweden

A glimpse of the destination you'll explore.

Idyllic view of Swedish countryside with red cottages by the sea and green fields.
View of serene lakeside houses surrounded by forests and clear water, perfect for nature lovers.
Expansive mountainous landscape under dramatic skies in Jämtlands län, Sweden.
A stunning aerial view of autumn foliage and lakes in Norrbotten County, Sweden.
Scenic view of a cabin beside a lake in Värmland, Sweden; perfect for nature lovers.
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