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Norway & Sweden Bike Tour

Seaside Scandinavia South of Oslo

From $4,599 - $4,949 pp dbl. occ. | 6 days / 5 nights

(+$500 to $1,090 for sgl. occ.)

Start your journey in cosmopolitan Oslo, set on a royal-blue fjord. On two wheels, explore ancient Viking lands, 16th-century Fredrikstad and colorful harbor villages. And discover peaceful roads amid holiday homes on Sweden's stunning coast. Along the way, rejuvenate at our glorious spa hotels and savor fresh-caught seafood. You'll have nothing but superlatives to describe your time here. Everything about this Scandinavian adventure is legendary.

Highlights

Pamper yourself at our magnificent spa hotels, sleek waterfront properties with cozy lounges and views of the sapphire Oslofjord
Pedal easygoing routes along quiet country roads and dedicated bike paths amid tidy farms, tufts of forest and charming summer cabins
Dine on Scandinavian specialties prepared with fresh-caught seafood and locally sourced ingredients, and sample the ubiquitous aquavit
Connect with complex history and dynamic culture, from beautifully preserved 16th-century Fredrikstad to cosmopolitan Oslo

Norway & Sweden

Start/End Oslo

Itinerary

Day 1 We kick off our adventure in the cosmopolitan capital of Oslo | Pedal amid Drøbak's wonderfully preserved wooden houses, many dating to the 1700s | Explore Son, a lovely village on the Oslofjord teeming with art galleries and cafés | Relax at our cozy Nordic retreat with harbor and sea views.

Days 2-3 Ride along the sheltered coast, dotted with summer cabins and tiny fishing villages that look just as they did long ago | Pedal to Fredrikstad, whose 16th-century old quarter is Scandinavia's best-preserved fortified town | Explore the charming streets and inviting shops nestled in the ramparts | Say hallå to Sweden as we cross the border | Fresh-caught seafood is on tonight's menu | Ride along the sheltered coast, dotted with summer cabins and tiny fishing villages that look just as they did long ago | Pedal to Fredrikstad, whose 16th-century old quarter is Scandinavia's best-preserved fortified town | Explore the charming streets and inviting shops nestled in the ramparts | Say hallå to Sweden as we cross the border | Fresh-caught seafood is on tonight's menu.

Days 4-6 Aboard a cruise ship, sail emerald waters to Sandefjord, Norway | Two-wheel it through a patchwork of small family farms to coastal Larvik | Luxuriate at Farris Bad, named for the natural mineral springs that feed its restorative pools | Tufts of forest and meticulously kept homesteads line today's route | Travel back in time at Molen, a UNESCO-protected rocky beach that boasts ancient Viking burial graves and cairns | An invigorating plunge in the azure Oslofjord may be calling your name | We toast our Scandinavian adventure with a hearty skål before returning to vibrant Oslo.

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The earlier you book, the more choice you'll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won't be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. View cancellation policy.

If you must cancel your reservation, your cancellation fee will be determined according to the policy outlined below. Exceptions to our cancellation policy cannot be made for any reason, including weather, terrorism, civil unrest or personal emergencies. There is no refund for arriving late or leaving a trip early. Private room or tent, bike rental and internal air charges are considered part of the total trip cost and are subject to cancellation fees. Percentage charges are calculated on total trip cost.

Cancellation Fees (Per Person)
Days Prior to Trip Start	Scheduled Trips	Private Trips	Custom Trips
126+ days	$200**	$600	30%
95-125	$200**	30%	50%
61-95 days	30%	50%	75%
31-60 days	60%	75%	100%
0-30 days	100%	100%	100%

** Rather than paying the cancellation fees, you may choose to keep your trip deposit ($600) in a holding account to use on a future Backroads trip with no expiration date.

Bike Cancellation Policies: If you are renting a Specialized Roubaix, Ruby, e-bike or Co-Motion Tandem, a full cancellation fee will apply in the event you cancel your trip reservation inside 30 days.

Transfers: You may transfer from one trip to another up to 95 days before trip departure without penalty—except Private or Custom Trips.

Release of Liability: Guests are required to provide a signed Release of Liability, Assumption of All Risks, and Arbitration Agreement and a completed Personal Information forms prior to trip departure; you will receive these materials shortly after reserving your trip. You may also complete your forms online. We are unable to allow guests to participate in any aspect of a Backroads trip without a signed release form.

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Prices

From $4,599 - $4,949 pp dbl. occ.
6 days / 5 nights

(+$500 to $1,090 for sgl. occ.)

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Casual Plus & Premiere Hotels*

Son Spa

Son (1 night)

* Casual Plus

Strömstad Spa & Resort

Strömstad (2 nights)

* Casual Plus

Farris Bad

Larvik (2 nights)

* Premiere Hotel

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Activity Level

This trip is rated Levels 2-4

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What's Included

Services and equipment are included.

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Why Backroads

Why Travel with Backroads in Norway and Sweden

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Casual Plus & Premiere Hotels*

Accommodations may vary based on departure date. Any difference from what is listed below can be found by clicking on your desired date on the View Scheduled Dates or Private Dates tabs.

Son Spa

Son (1 night)

* Casual Plus

Set at the water's edge, this modern resort boasts stunning harbor views and one of Norway's most spectacular spas. (pool, spa)

Strömstad Spa & Resort

Strömstad (2 nights)

* Casual Plus

Chic Scandinavian design and magnificent sea vistas abound at this sleek spa hotel, situated in the gorgeous Bohuslän archipelago. (pool, spa)

Farris Bad

Larvik (2 nights)

* Premiere Hotel

Rejuvenate at this sensual spa resort, offering extraordinary spa facilities and pools fed by natural mineral springs. (pool, spa)

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This Trip Is Rated Levels 2-4

Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next—and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.

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Day	EASYGOING				ACTIVE				AVID
Daily Route Options
	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Level 4		Level 5
	miles	feet gain	miles	feet gain	miles	feet gain	miles	feet gain	miles	feet gain
1			16	1500
2			25	1400	32	1500
3					32*	1500	45	2400	67	3200
4	14	800			36	1900
4	Sandefjord Whaling Boat Visit (30 Minutes)
5			21*	1700	40	2300	53	3300
6	12	800

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* Includes shuttle.

Learn more about how we determine our activity level and fully support a range of abilities and interests.

Please note that our distance and elevation figures come from Ride with GPS. Other sources may give differing elevation figures due to different GPS and mapping technologies and other external factors.

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Meals

All breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners

Also Included

Expertise and services of our experienced Trip Leaders
Snacks and beverages between meals
Additional guides and experts from the region on many trips
Van shuttles to support a variety of route options
Comprehensive Travel Planner with detailed pre-trip information
Private guided tours at museums, historic sites, wineries and other select attractions as noted in the Travel Planner
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Special events, including wine tastings and other select attractions as mentioned in the Travel Planner
On biking and multi-adventure trips, use of fully equipped Backroads titanium bike plus helmet and accessories
Trailercycles, carriers, and kid-sized helmets for Family Trips
Equipment and experienced guides for kayaking, rafting, snorkeling, sailing and canoeing as described
Park and other entry fees
Fares for trains, ferries and other modes of travel as listed in the Travel Planner
Select coach transfers
Baggage transfers and porterage

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Get the Straight Talk about This Trip

We want to make sure you're on the right trip and that you have the best experience possible. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.

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Why Travel with Backroads in Norway and Sweden

The Best Leaders in Norway and Sweden

Backroads has the best-qualified people to lead your trip in Norway and Sweden, and our guests back that up, rating our Trip Leaders an average of 9.75 out of 10 for all-around quality of performance. Get the facts (and no fluff) on how we recruit and develop the very best people for your trip.

A Variety of Routes Each Day

In Norway and Sweden you head off each morning after choosing among several expertly designed routes—all with detailed directions, mileage and shuttle options. Unlike trips with one fixed daily route (or worse, one guide that everyone's obliged to follow), you're free to enjoy the best of the region at your pace, stopping wherever you want to explore further.

Everyone at Their Own Pace

We design and support our Norway and Sweden trips to suit mixed abilities and varied interests—so you can set your own pace, then change things up as the day unfolds. And all guests are free to do the same, traveling together or apart, with no one cramping anyone else's style. Which sounds easy in theory, but it's hard to pull off. Here's more on how we do it.

Great Bikes Included

Our custom-designed titanium bikes are best in class. From avid cyclists to easygoing riders, we believe that everyone deserves a seriously great bike to match their riding style. Learn more about our bike fleet.

Choose Your Fellow Travelers

With Backroads you won't end up with kids on what you thought was an adult trip; we have exclusive departures for families, so they're off having their own adventures. As you browse our unrivaled selection of trips and dates, you can count on finding a trip in Norway and Sweden that's geared exclusively to your choice of traveling companions.

The Value of Casual Hotels

In addition to the ideal balance of comfort and hospitality in our choice of lodgings, this trip featuring Casual Hotels includes nearly all of your meals, plus everything from cocktail receptions to the best snacks along the road. So there's rarely a need to reach for your wallet – we've got you covered.

In Europe Since 1988

Backroads has been welcoming active travelers to Europe since before the Berlin Wall came down. Today it's virtually our second home. We know the perfect roads and trails, the most scenic valleys and hilltop towns, the hidden churches and gem-like museums, the up-and-coming vintners and celebrated chefs—and, of course, all the best places to stay.

We've Set the Standard

For nearly four decades we've worked to earn and maintain our right to call Backroads the world's #1 active travel company. In pursuing that vision on behalf of our guests, we believe we've set the standard for our industry—captured in the Backroads Quality Guide, which clearly sets out the benchmarks of excellence, choice and support that we live by

Your Trip Will Run. Period.

Under our Book with Confidence policy, your Backroads trip will run even for one or two people (or a family of three or four), subject to a nominal extra fee. Or transfer to another trip, and we'll give you a credit. It's all part of our trademark commitment to treating guests with integrity, transparency and total accountability. Read all the details.

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