Trains, boats, buses and other public transport can take you to most of the places you will want to see, although a car is the only means of transport that will take you to the remotest spots.
There are several unique and breathtaking round trips you can plan for yourself. The valleys of eastern Norway are rich in history and the capital city of Oslo is a modern cultural centre. The south coast is a real summer paradise, where you can go fishing in the sea and enjoy sunbathing on beautiful smooth rocks and islands. The famous fjords are located on the west coast, and central Norway is worth visiting because of its history and cultural traditions, especially the Gudbrandsdalen valley and the city of Trondheim. And then there is the north, which is home to the indigenous Saami people, the midnight sun and the northernmost point of mainland Europe, the North Cape. Your choice of round trip depends on the length of your stay, but if you have a car, you can cover a lot in a week. Remember that Norway is a country of long distances. Driving from the far north to the far south takes 40 hours.
Norway is a sparsely populated country and if you are driving, we suggest that you take the less travelled roads and experience the natural beauty that Norway has to offer. If you choose to go by air, you will find a good network of routes and connections. The Norwegian State Railways has a well-developed network as well.
Norwegian society is in general well organised and things normally work as they should. This means that train, bus and ferry timetables are reliable, that flights depart on schedule, that shops, museums and attractions open when they are supposed to, and that public information is normally correct and up to date.
Regardless of how you choose to travel in Norway, you will have countless opportunities to appreciate the country’s beautiful landscapes and coastline.
By Innovation Norway