Last chance availability on popular trips: Browse here

 

Oslo to Bergen: Rail & Hike

10 Days & 9 Nights 4.4 Read 7 reviews
  • Travel from Oslo to Bergen on the scenic "Bergensbanen" Railway.
  • Walking in the mountains and fjordlands of Norway.
  • The mountain village of Finse, located 1222m above sea level.
  • The beautiful Flåm and Aurlandsdalen fjord valleys.
  • Hardangerfjord, the "Orchard of Norway".
Travel on one of the world’s most scenic railways from Oslo to Bergen, hopping off to enjoy fantastic walking along the way. With stops in the mountains at Finse and Geilo, the Flåm valley by the picturesque Aurlandsfjord, and the famous Hardangerfjord, this is a journey which captures the true essence of Norway. Starting with a night in the capital city of Oslo, travelling by rail allows you to admire the unfolding scenery in comfort, as well as getting out on foot to explore the extraordinarily beautiful landscapes which Norway is so famous for. Finish your journey with a night in the World Heritage City of Bergen, the perfect end to an amazing trip!
Perfect if you enjoy the journey as much as the destination, this tour allows you to sit back, relax and enjoy the scenery, in between varied walks of 8- 20km and ascents of up to 775m. Overnight stops are in charming mountain inns and traditional fjord-side hotels.

Tour Type:

Discovery | Think of it as a ‘local’s guide’ to the best of the region. It includes a combination of activity and transportation to give you the freedom to explore and cover more ground at your own pace. We do all the research and organisation for you. All you have to do is turn up and enjoy!

Activity:

Rail and Hike | Perfectly planned itineraries discovering the best of a destination both by train and on foot.

Activity Level & Terrain

We grade this tour as moderate overall (with a couple of the days being moderate-strenuous). You will be walking for between 3 and 6 hours per day with ascents of up to 775m. Many of the walks are also quite easy to shorten if you don’t want to walk as much and as you are not walking from inn to inn each day, this gives you the flexibility to enjoy as much walking as you desire. 

Navigation

Norway has an excellent system for trail-marking and all of the paths you will be following will be well way-marked. We provide comprehensive route notes and maps as well as GPX tracks and access to our navigation based smartphone app, the Macs app.

Accommodations

Stay for 9 nights in 3-star standard hotels. We have carefully chosen traditional hotels in spectacular mountain and fjord-side locations which offer great service, fantastic views and good restaurants. The accommodation we normally use is detailed below. Occasionally we may have to use different hotels than the ones named  subject to availability but they will be of a very similar standard. The accommodation we normally use is detailed below, however is subject to availability and therefore alternatives of an equal standard may be offered.

Single Rooms & Solo Walkers

Unfortunately this trip is not available to solo walkers due to the remote nature of some of the walks. However we are able to offer single rooms within your party for a supplement.

Meals

9 breakfasts and 3 evening meals are included. To keep things flexible, other dinners and lunches are not included. Most of your accommodations will be happy to prepare a packed lunch or you can stop on your way at a cafe or restaurant of your choice. Drinks are not included but available at all overnight accommodations.

Accommodation Location

We will always try and accommodate you at the locations detailed in your itinerary. Occasionally, because of limited availability, there is the option to be accommodated at an alternative location. In the unlikely event that we have to accommodate you elsewhere we will advise you of this before confirming your booking.

Included
  • 9 Nights in 3-star standard hotels
  • 9 Breakfasts
  • 4 Dinners
  • Train journeys as per itinerary
  • Detailed route notes, maps, information pack, GPX tracks and access to our navigation app
  • 24-7 Emergency telephone support from our office
Excluded
  • Travel insurance (required)
  • Travel to Oslo and from Bergen
  • Luggage Transfer on Day 4 from Myrdal to Flam (payable locally)
  • Lunches
  • Drinks and snacks
  • Local buses or taxis
  • Personal equipment
Extras
  • Additional nights before, during or after the trip
  • Guided glacier hike (this is only possible mid July till mid August)

When To Go

You can start this tour on any day of the week between the start of July and the end of August subject to availability. This is the most pleasant time of the year to walk around in Norway with plenty of hours of daylight and warm daytime temperatures. Please note that depending on weather and the previous winter, there can still be some snow on the trails at the beginning and end of the season.  We recommend booking as far in advance as possible as the accommodations get booked up very quickly however we will always try our very best to accommodate your plans.

Getting to the Start

There are direct flights to Oslo from most major cities in Europe, and from some cities in North America and Asia. Example flight times are London-Oslo (2h), New York-Oslo (7.5h), Rome-Oslo (3h).

Getting from the End

By Air - You can fly direct from Bergen to a number of central destinations in Europe like Amsterdam (1h 30m), Copenhagen (1h 30m) London (2h), and Paris (2h).  You can also fly via Oslo (55m), with up to 20 flights per day between Oslo and Bergen.
By Ferry - There are a couple of different ways to travel to Bergen by ferry or boat.The famous Hurtigruten cruise line stops there. You can also arrive by one of the high-speed ferries which travel up and down the Norwegian coast with Norled. Or you can catch the ferry from Stavanger with Fjord Line.
By Train: If you are flying back from Oslo, we can book a return ticket on the train for you. Please select this as an option when making your booking. The total train journey from Bergen back to Oslo takes approx. 7 hours.

General Information

All your train tickets as per the itinerary are included as part of this tour. This will be in a standard cabin/seat. If you would like to upgrade to first class, please let us know and this can be priced on request for you.

Travel Insurance

It is a requirement of booking this tour with Macs Adventure that you have suitable travel insurance which covers you for the activity and emergency evacuation and hospital care.
How far in advance do I need to book?
How fit do I need to be?
What equipment do I need?
Do you move the bags from place to place or do we?

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Oslo Day 2: Train to Geilo, Walk around Ustedalsfjorden 6.5 miles / 10 km Day 3: Train to Finse. Klemsbu Hytte Walk 7 miles / 11 km Day 4: Train to Myrdal/Walk to Flam 13 miles / 20 km Day 5: Walk along the Aurlandsdalen Valley or Short Walks around Flam 9 miles / 15 km Day 6: By Train and Bus to Lofthus Day 7/8: Choice of Walks from Lofthus Day 8 Choice of Walks from Lofthus Day 9: Bus to Voss, Loop Walk from Voss, Train to Bergen 6.5 miles / 10 km Day 10: Onward Travel

The Macs Way

  • Tried & Tested Adventures Tried & Tested Adventures
  • Freedom Freedom
  • Book with Confidence Book with Confidence
  • Expertise Expertise
  • Positive Impact Positive Impact
Built with our expert knowledge, to suit you.
  • Knowledgeable and helpful specialist trip planners
  • Wide variety of tours to suit all interests and experience levels
  • Start on any date that suits you
  • Choose your ideal trip length and difficulty
  • Range of accommodation comfort levels
  • Choice of trip styles
Authentic adventure travel experiences on your own terms
  • Choose your own travel companions
  • Walk, cycle and explore at your own pace
  • Make your own decisions
  • Choose your own path
  • Indulge your passions
Feel secure in making the right choice for your precious adventure time
  • 18,000+ unbiased trip & service reviews
  • Feefo Platinum Award 2023
  • 25,000+ travelers trust us each year
  • As featured in the Guardian, Times, Nat Geo Traveler
  • Founder owned & operated since 2003
  • 100+ passionate team members across the US, UK & Europe
You can be confident that every detail of your journey has been expertly planned
  • Carefully planned adventures
  • Quality, hand-picked accommodations
  • Seamless and reliable arrangements
  • Comprehensive trip information & insider tips
  • Detailed maps, route notes and mobile GPS app
  • Helpful 24/7 support should you need it
Travel the right way and make a positive impact
  • Travel responsibly
  • Explore off the beaten track
  • Support locally owned businesses
  • Engage with local communities
  • Minimize your impact
  • Maximize the benefit of your travel
  • Challenge yourself & grow
Currency:
$ - USD - US Dollar
Country/Region name:
USAUSA