Nordkapp and Lofoten Expedition
Norway and Sweden
Nordkapp and Lofoten Expedition
Norway and Sweden
Challenge yourself with 21 days of world-class motorcycle touring across Norway & Sweden, featuring Nordkapp at the top of Europe.
Ride through Norway’s spectacular fjord country to the very northern edge of Europe. From winding mountain passes and the legendary Atlantic Ocean Road to Nordkapp’s Arctic horizons, Lofoten’s island roads and Sweden’s peaceful lake country, this is Scandinavia at its finest.
Touch down in Oslo and shake off the flight with a breath of fresh Norwegian air – calm streets, clean light, the sense that the north is calling. From here we head west, leaving the capital behind as the roads climb into Norway’s spectacular mountain country. Eidfjord welcomes us beside the magnificent Hardangerfjord, before the journey winds north through towering peaks, deep valleys and sweeping mountain roads to Geiranger, where some of Norway’s most breathtaking scenery unfolds around every bend.
Nick Dawson, Magellan Guide
Nordkapp is where the journey really comes together - quiet Arctic roads, wide horizons and reindeer for company. Standing by the globe above the Barents Sea stays with you long after the ride home.
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From Geiranger, the road leads towards Norway’s rugged Atlantic coastline. Here the legendary Atlantic Ocean Road leaps between islands on a series of remarkable bridges, with open sea, rocky skerries and dramatic coastal views in every direction. We continue north through Trøndelag, passing historic Stiklestad before the landscape grows wilder on the approach to Mo i Rana – forests stretching towards the horizon, quiet valleys and the sense that the Arctic is drawing closer.
Beyond Mo i Rana, the scenery takes on a distinctly northern character. Mountains rise sharply above deep fjords, roads sweep through remote countryside, and the horizons seem to widen with every mile. We ride through Narvik and on towards Sørkjosen, threading our way through the spectacular landscapes of Northern Norway. From here the road leads through Finnmark's vast Arctic country to Honningsvåg, our high-latitude base for one of the journey's great highlights.
Nordkapp is where the journey really comes together – quiet Arctic roads, wide horizons and the possibility of reindeer for company. A ride out to the famous North Cape plateau brings us to the iconic globe at roughly 71° north, standing high above the Barents Sea. In season, the midnight sun barely dips towards the horizon, and the sheer scale of the landscape makes this a moment that stays with you long after the ride home.
Turning south, the coast unspools through sweeping Arctic roads, blue fjords and working harbours towards Alta, before we continue through dramatic mountain scenery to Tromsø. This lively Arctic city offers a welcome contrast to the remote landscapes of the north. From here we follow the fjords and coastal communities towards Harstad, then sweep into the magnificent Lofoten Islands, where the camera rarely goes back in the bag: jagged mountain peaks, red rorbu cabins, sheltered fishing villages and white-sand beaches framed by turquoise water. We settle into Henningsvær, a picturesque fishing village perched among the skerries, before continuing through Lofoten's extraordinary island scenery towards Bodø.
From Bodø we turn south through Nordland, where sweeping roads thread between rugged mountains, forests and coastal landscapes on the return towards Mo i Rana. Here we leave Norway's Arctic country behind and cross into Sweden, trading dramatic fjords for long, flowing roads through peaceful forests, mirror-like lakes and remote timber villages. Strömsund marks our arrival in Sweden's quiet interior, while the journey south towards Mora brings a gentler rhythm to the riding, with beautiful lake country and the traditional landscapes of Dalarna unfolding along the way.
Norway welcomes us back with rolling hills, forests and open water as we ride west towards Lillehammer, where the Olympic spirit still lingers in the hills. The final miles follow the beautiful landscapes around Lake Mjøsa, Norway's largest lake, before Oslo rises once more on its fjord. City lights, side-stands down and the satisfaction of having ridden from Norway's spectacular western fjords to Europe's Arctic edge and back – a journey filled with extraordinary roads, unforgettable landscapes and memories to last a lifetime.
WANT TO START THIS TOUR IN THE UK?
Speak to us about extending your trip and we’ll arrange everything you need to get from Harwich to Oslo at the start of the tour and back again at the end with one of our Guides escorting you along in each direction. Ferries, hotels, and routes – we’ll sort it all.
(Requires 3 additional days before the tour and 3 additional days after.
Priced at: £2995 for a single room, £3750 for a shared room.)
Ride to the very top of mainland Europe!
Tour highlights
Norway's spectacular fjords: Wind through breathtaking mountain scenery from Eidfjord to Geiranger, where towering peaks, deep blue fjords and remarkable roads make every mile memorable.
Atlantic Ocean Road: Ride one of Norway's most celebrated coastal roads, sweeping across dramatic bridges between rocky islands with the open Atlantic stretching out beyond.
Nordkapp: Ride the E69 to Europe's Arctic edge and the cliff-top globe at roughly 71°N, where you'll stare out over the Barents Sea beneath a sky that barely sets.
Arctic Norway: Follow sweeping northern roads through Narvik, Sørkjosen and Finnmark, where vast open landscapes, dramatic mountains and deep fjords capture the wild beauty of the Arctic.
Lofoten's island roads: Sweep through the magnificent Lofoten Islands to Henningsvær, past jagged granite peaks, red rorbu cabins and white-sand bays made for photo stops.
Sweden's lakes and forests: Trade Norway's rugged coastline for the flowing roads of Sweden's peaceful interior, passing mirror-like lakes, forests and traditional villages on the journey through Strömsund and Mora.
Speak to a tour specialist to start planning your holiday….
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Tour Map / Itinerary
Full Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival- 31 Miles
Fly into Oslo, settle in by the Eidfjord and meet the group for a relaxed first evening.
Day 2 328 Miles
Collect your rental bike and continue north through Norway’s dramatic fjord country, following winding mountain roads past towering peaks and spectacular scenery before arriving in Geiranger.
Day 3 Overnight ferry- 2 Miles
Ride towards Norway’s rugged western coastline, taking in spectacular coastal scenery and the famous Atlantic Ocean Road.
Day 4 260 Miles
Ride north through the Trøndelag region, following scenic coastal and inland roads to historic Stiklestad, near Verdal.
Day 5 206 Miles
Continue north through forests, valleys and remote landscapes towards the Arctic Circle and Mo i Rana.
Day 6 200 Miles
Ride into Norway’s Arctic region, following sweeping roads through dramatic mountains and fjord landscapes towards Narvik.
Day 7 187 Miles
Head farther north through Arctic landscapes, passing dramatic mountains and fjords on the way to Sørkjosen in the Nordreisa region.
Day 8 208 Miles
Ride farther north through remote Arctic landscapes and along the coast to Honningsvåg on Magerøya Island, approaching the northernmost reaches of mainland Europe.
Day 9 209 Miles
Explore the spectacular Nordkapp region, taking in the iconic North Cape plateau and sweeping views over the Arctic Ocean.
Day 10 40 Miles
Head south through Finnmark’s vast Arctic landscapes, following sweeping roads and scenic coastline to Alta.
Day 11 134 Miles
Ride southwest through Northern Norway’s dramatic fjords and mountain landscapes to Tromsø.
Day 12 189 Miles
Follow scenic roads through Troms, winding between mountains, fjords and coastal communities towards Harstad.
Day 13 235 Miles
Ride into the Lofoten Islands, where towering mountain peaks meet the sea and picturesque fishing villages line the coast.
Day 14 128 Miles
Take in more of Lofoten’s dramatic island scenery before heading towards Bodø, framed by rugged mountains and northern Norway’s coastal waters.
Day 15 144 Miles
Ride south through Nordland, following sweeping coastal roads and mountain landscapes to Mo i Rana.
Day 16 149 Miles
Cross from Norway into Sweden, leaving the Arctic landscapes behind for forests, lakes and remote countryside on the way to Strömsund.
Day 17 274 Miles
Ride south through Sweden towards Dalarna, following forest-lined roads past peaceful lakes and picturesque countryside of Dalarna.
Day 18 253 Miles
Head west from Sweden into Norway, passing through forests, lakes and rolling hills on the way to Lillehammer.
Day 19 202 Miles
Follow Lake Mjøsa south through Norway’s scenic countryside.
Day 20 118 Miles
An easy final ride down to Oslo for your last night and farewell dinner with the group.
Day 21 Departure
Fly home with the North Cape still in your head.
What's included
If you select motorcycle rental, insurance and breakdown cover is included.
20 nights accommodation in high quality accommodation.
Ferry crossing from the Lofoten Islands back to the Norwegian mainland.
Ice-breaking welcome meal and final farewell feast as well as excellent breakfasts each morning in the hotels.
Full use of all hotels’ leisure facilities.
Detailed route plans and maps.
GPS routes (Garmin/TomTom).
Detailed daily itinerary including sights and suggested coffee / lunch stops.
Fully guided and supported by experienced tour guides throughout.
What's not
Flights.
Fuel.
Toll charges and ferry charges for short crossings. We will provide an estimate of costs in the tour pack.
Admission charges.
Occasional hotel parking charges.
Meals and drinks other than specified above.
Travel and medical insurance.
Full Pricing
| Bike Option | Single Rider Price (Total for 1 rider, 1 bike) |
Rider & Passenger (Total for 2 riders, 1 bike) |
Two Bikes, Shared Room (Total for 2 riders, 2 bikes) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Own Bike | £9795 | £14390 | £17590 |
| BMW R1300GSA | £15395 | £19990 | £28790 |
| BMW R1300GSA (ASA) | £15395 | £19990 | £28790 |
| BMW R1300GS | £15195 | £19790 | £28390 |
| BMW R1300GS (ASA) | £15195 | £19790 | £28390 |
| BMW R1300RT (ASA) | £15195 | £19790 | £28390 |
Rental prices calculated based on 20 rental days (minimum required for this tour). All prices are total.
For this table, the "Two Bikes, Shared Room" prices assume rental of two of the same model, which isn't required and in some cases may not be possible.
All bikes come with luggage included GPS can be rented, subject to availability, for an additional charge.
Common questions about this trip
What’s the weather like on this tour?
Changeable, but we schedule departures for the best summer window in Scandinavia. Expect anything from cool, bright days in the teens °C to single digits with wind-chill in the far north – and occasional showers anywhere. Pack as you would for UK early-autumn riding: breathable base layers, a warm mid-layer, a waterproof outer, lightweight gloves, and (ideally) heated grips. We’ll send a full kit list with your tour pack and are always happy to advise.
Is Norway as expensive as people say?
Broadly, yes – especially alcohol and some hotel bar prices. Lunch at our planned stops are usually reasonable, and there’s always a nearby supermarket for snacks or a bottle to enjoy on the terrace. We’ll point you to sensible options at each stop to keep costs comfortable without missing out.
It’s a long tour – will I be too tired, and is it suitable for passengers?
Daily distances range from 125 to 310 miles, on good tarmac with regular coffee/photo stops. There’s a built-in rest day in Kemi, and the ferry legs provide natural downtime. Most pairs find it pillion-friendly; the few longer days are flagged in advance so you can pace yourselves.
I’ve heard the speed limits are really low in Norway – is this true?
Limits are conservative and well enforced: slower in towns, generally moderate on rural roads, with a few faster sections. Fixed cameras and occasional police checks mean fines can be very high, so the smart play is to ride within the limits and enjoy the scenery. Also watch for reindeer and occasional roadworks – both can reduce pace.
How experienced do I need to be?
You should be comfortable with full days in the saddle on paved roads and ready for variable weather. You don’t need to be a veteran tourer, but we recommend a couple of shakedown day rides before departure. We provide GPX files and daily briefings, ride at a considerate pace, and no one is left behind; you’re also free to ride your own day when you fancy.
More information
For general information on planning and preparing for motorcycle trips including what to pack please see our Prepare for your trip section.
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