
What’s the best time to visit Scandinavia?
25/03/2025 · By Tim Hall
Great Rail Journeys Tour Manager Tim Hall reveals his expert advice for a holiday in Scandinavia, including his top three rail trips in Norway and Sweden.
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Since our first tour to Scandinavia in 1975, we have shown thousands of customers the wonders of Norway, from its dramatic fjords and colourful fishing villages to its historic cities and spectacular railways. Experience all this breathtaking country has to offer on expertly curated escorted holidays, accompanied throughout by one of our world-class Tour Managers.
Explore Oslo's royal heritage before crossing tundra and plateaus aboard the Bergen Railway. Follow in footsteps of the Vikings in Trondheim and be charmed by the idyllic Lofoten Islands. Set sail on an unforgettable cruise along Norway's coast, ride the cherished Flåm Railway, witness the Midnight Sun in summer or seek the magical Northern Lights in winter. Whatever season you visit, Norway truly captivates.
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The natural phenomenon of the Aurora Borealis creates breathtaking displays of pink, green and purple in Norway's winter skies. Join us in the remote Lofoten Islands - the best place to see the Northern Lights.
During Norway's summer months, the Midnight Sun brings weeks of continuous daylight, especially above the Arctic Circle. This mesmerising occurrence turns the landscape into a dreamlike spectacle.
From the sleek architecture of Oslo and colourful wharves of maritime Bergen to idyllic Flåm, nestled beside a stunning fjord, Norway's towns and cities offer the perfect blend of timeless charm and modernity.
Reflecting the country's rich maritime heritage, seafood takes centre stage. Enjoy fresh salmon, cod and herring, savour open-faced smørbrød sandwiches for breakfast or indulge with a sweet krumkake cookie.





Spellbinding Scandinavian rail journeys take us from the ancient Viking capital of Trondheim to Swedish Lapland, visiting the best places to see the Aurora Borealis, with many opportunities to experience these swirling lights. Travelling by rail through amazing landscapes, cross the Arctic Circle to Bodø to seek the ethereal Northern Lights on a...





Discover evocative Scandinavian landscapes on picturesque rail journeys, between the cultured capitals of Norway, Sweden and Denmark. Starting in Oslo, uncover its stylish modernity and thousand-year history on a guided tour, before travelling by rail to majestic Stockholm. In the Swedish capital we visit the tiny Old Town, Gamla Stan, one of the...





Experience the beauty of Norway from its natural wonders to charming cities on this tour across stunning landscapes. Journey through an impressive wilderness of plateaus and waterfalls on two of the world's most famous train journeys: the spectacular Bergen Railway and the cherished Flåm Railway. Marvel at towering cliff faces on a...





Experience Norway in magical winter, first exploring Oslo and Bergen with an epic journey on the spectacularly scenic Bergen Railway, before embarking on a six-night cruise into the enthralling Arctic wilderness. Our northbound sea voyage from Bergen to Kirkenes passes beautiful fjords, and crosses the Arctic Circle, before a husky sled ride into...





Uncover the extraordinary landscapes and traditional culture of Arctic Norway and Sweden on a journey from Tromsø to Narvik and Kiruna. Meet the indigenous Sámi people and their reindeer and travel into atmospheric Swedish Lapland aboard the Ofoten Railway. Enjoy a husky-hauled sled ride through an enchanting winter wonderland - a magical way to...





Join us on a summertime journey across the length of Norway - from Oslo to the Arctic Circle. Travel on four of the country's world-renowned rail routes, the Flåm, Bergen, Nordland and Rauma railways and cruise across the Geirangerfjord, discovering otherworldly landscapes. On this top-rated tour of Norway's beautiful cities and the arctic north,...





Explore Norway's iconic mountains, glaciers and azure fjords, and discover Swedish Lapland's untamed wilderness on this epic holiday, packing in each and every one of the great Scandinavian rail experiences, crossing the Arctic Circle to the 'Land of the Midnight Sun'. Visiting an authentic Sámi village provides an insight into the traditions of...





Discover glorious Norway in summertime, with guided tours and time to explore vibrant Oslo and charming Bergen before embarking on a six-night Arctic cruise through some of the world's most magical fjords. On our epic voyage north we mark the crossing of the Arctic Circle with a ceremony, then continue into Norway's Arctic region, experiencing...





Experience the beauty of Norway in winter on an unforgettable journey through breathtaking fjords and colourful cities. Travel on one of the world's most famous rail journeys - the Flåm Railway - crossing snowy plateaus and winding past cascading waterfalls, before soaking up the scenery of Norway's wild landscapes aboard two fjord cruises. Step...





Embark on an immersive exploration of Norway's northern coast, witnessing striking natural wonders and encountering captivating history. Beginning in the ancient Viking city of Trondheim, board the iconic Nordland Railway for a scenic journey across the Arctic Circle to Bodø. Enjoy a serene cruise across Beiar fjord and visit a Sámi village...
Norway's railways not only showcase engineering excellence but also allow travellers to immerse themselves in the country's natural wonders. The Bergen Railway, which spans 308 miles from Oslo to Bergen, is considered one of the world's most picturesque train journeys travelling through snow-covered mountains and deep valleys. The Flåm Railway also offers a scenic journey descending from high mountains to Aurlandsfjord with stunning views of waterfalls and lush greenery. Meanwhile, the Dovre Railway serves as a crucial north-south link connecting Oslo to Trondheim.