Norway & Sweden Bike Tour
Seaside Scandinavia – Waterways & Spas South of Oslo
From $4,599 - $4,799 pp dbl. occ. | 6 days / 5 nights
(+$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.
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Norway & Sweden
Start/End Oslo
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.
Day 2 Ride along the sheltered coast, dotted with summer cabins | Outside of Moss, tiny fishing villages 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 3-4 Spin along tree-lined roads through the lush Swedish landscape | Travel back in time to the Nordic Bronze Age in Tanum, a World Heritage site that boasts spectacularly preserved rock carvings | Pass through peaceful coastal villages where vacationing Swedes soak up the long-lasting summer sun | 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.
Days 5-6 Tufts of forest and meticulously kept homesteads line today's route | Bike to medieval Tanum Church, exquisitely simplistic and surrounded by centuries-old headstones | An invigorating plunge in the azure Oslofjord may be calling your name | Picnic at Larvik Museum, then return to vibrant Oslo.
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.
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Gather your favorite people to share a Backroads adventure on a ready-to-book Private Trip - featuring all the legendary Backroads hallmarks from expert leaders to unforgettable activities. You can pick from the selection of dates below for your group; some dates are only available for 16 or more guests while other dates are available for 8 or more guests. If your party has fewer than 8 guests, or your preferred date is not available, we'll create a departure just for you. Call or email us to reserve your date.
2019 Private Trip Pricing
- 10 or more guests: from $4,599 pp dbl occ
- 8 - 9 guests: from $5,299 pp dbl occ
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C Couples, Friends & Solos Tours
2019 July
The sky’s the limit! Tell us what your dream trip would be and we'll make it happen! Whether you're looking for a honeymoon trip for 2, a 30-person family reunion or a 100-person corporate trip, we can do it all. A dedicated Custom Trip Consultant will work closely with you to bring your dreams to reality. Call us at 800-462-2848 to speak with your Custom Trip Consultant or click on the button below.
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