Region Overviews: Norway Travel Guide: Overview
Welcome to Norway, one of the largest and most extensive playgrounds for outdoor enthusiasts! Norway is truly a one-of-a-kind experience.
Family — Teens & Kids
6 days 5 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Casual Hotels
From: $4,399 - $4,649 pp dbl occ
($850 for sgl occ)
It's a land of myths and legends. Where summer days extend into night with a midnight sun. Bike family-friendly routes through green valleys nestled among snowcapped peaks. Hike past roaring waterfalls and breathtaking vistas. Kayak the peaceful waters of extraordinary fjords. Take it all in from enchanting hotel hideaways. Let Norway be the setting for a legendary family vacation.
Start Voss / End Bergen
Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Set out on a family trek in the Norwegian countryside, an outdoor paradise | The open-air Voss Folkemuseum fascinates adults and kids alike with insights on centuries of Norwegian life | Relax at our chic family-friendly hideaway in Voss.
Minimalist Scandinavian design and playful details are just some of the charms of this welcoming and centrally located retreat.
Behold Skjervsfossen, with its twin falls plunging from dramatic heights | Bike along a sparkling lake that reflects the surrounding snowcapped mountains | Wind through lovely apple orchards en route to the plateau above Ullensvang | As you ascend, incredible views of Hardangervidda and Folgefonna National Parks unfold | Hike through a peaceful valley that showcases thundering waterfalls | At our cozy abode, splash around in the pool or take a rowboat out onto the fjord.
This family-run hotel, set on the shore of Hardangerfjord, affords tremendous views of the waterway and Folgefonna glacier. (pool, spa)
Experience Norway's beauty from a different perspective—in a kayak! | Explore the fjord's sapphire waters, soaking in views of the Rosendal Alps soaring overhead | Paddle to tiny Kalven Island for lunch alfresco | A scenic ferry ride on Bjørnefjorden leads to our luxurious waterfront hideaway | Feeling adventurous? Try an exhilarating plunge into the fjord! | Relish a day of scenic family biking on Tysnesøy, a verdant island centered around a rocky mountain | Cycle along quiet roads, keeping your eyes peeled for glimpses of the Rosendal Alps and Folgefonna glacier | Embark on a very Norwegian pastime—fishing—in the Bjørnefjorden | Savor the bounty of the sea with a farvel lunch of fresh-caught fish.
Soak in panoramic vistas of Bjørnefjorden and its lush islands from this luxurious waterfront hotel. (pool, spa)
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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Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. Several routes and a range of levels are offered each day so you can choose how much or how little activity you want to do. Learn more about how we determine activity levels.
The key to a stellar day's ride is a bike that's perfectly in tune with your cycling style… Backroads has you covered with the best bike fleet in the world! Read on for your available bike options for this trip. (click the arrow to see all available options)
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This custom-designed titanium bike is lightweight and responsive, featuring Shimano Ultegra Di2 electronic shifting, 11-speed compact gearing, a premium Mavic Ksyrium Pro wheelset and a full carbon fork.
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A proven classic, our most popular custom-designed titanium bike is suited for a wide range of cyclists. It features a comfortable ergonomic seat and a long wheel base that add to the bike’s control and stability.
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Our newly redesigned titanium e-bike is a lightweight yet powerful machine unique in the world of e-bikes. It provides plenty of power to flatten the hills and more than enough battery range to cover the distance.
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Backroads is the only travel company to manufacture its own line of kid's bikes. While the wheels might be small, the performance is big—it's the perfect choice for kids. On our Family Trips, you'll find 20" and 24" bikes.
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The Burley Kazoo trailer bike, for children up to 85 pounds, attaches to an adult bike with your child providing some of the pedal power for a real team effort! It's ideal for kids who aren't yet ready for bike touring.
Welcome to Norway, one of the largest and most extensive playgrounds for outdoor enthusiasts! Norway is truly a one-of-a-kind experience.
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