Seaside Scandinavia South of Oslo
Explore the royal-blue fjords of ancient Viking lands. These Scandinavian islands and harbors reveal a surprising truth: the south doesn’t have the last word on summer.
Highlights
- Cruise Norway’s scenic coast, pass ancient Viking burial grounds and cross into Sweden as you bike through coastal villages and historic landscapes
- Pamper yourself at our magnificent spa hotels, sleek waterfront properties with cozy lounges and views of the sapphire Oslofjord
- Pedal easygoing routes along scenic 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
Start/End Oslo
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Day 1
We kick off our biking adventure in the fun and cultured capital of Oslo • Pedal amid Drøbak’s wonderfully preserved wooden houses, many dating back 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.
Night 1
Set at the water’s edge, this modern resort boasts stunning harbor views and one of Norway’s most spectacular spas. (pool, spa)
Days 2-3
Bike along the sheltered coast, dotted with summer cabins and tiny fishing villages that look just as they did long ago • Cycle 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.
Nights 2-3
Panoramic views of the surrounding rocky archipelago await at this enchanting waterfront hotel. (spa)
Days 4-6
Two-wheel it through a patchwork of small family farms to coastal Larvik • Aboard a cruise ship, sail emerald waters to Sandefjord, Norway • 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 Larvikfjord may be calling your name • We toast our Scandinavian adventure with a hearty skål before returning to Oslo.
Nights 4-5
Rejuvenate at this sensual spa resort, offering extraordinary spa facilities and pools fed by natural mineral springs. (pool, spa)
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Deluxe Hotels
Our Deluxe hotels have great ambience and modern comforts.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Night 1
*Deluxe Hotel
Set at the water’s edge, this modern resort boasts stunning harbor views and one of Norway’s most spectacular spas. (pool, spa)
Nights 2-3
*Deluxe Hotel
Panoramic views of the surrounding rocky archipelago await at this enchanting waterfront hotel. (spa)
Nights 4-5
*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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