A Week on the West Coast

Norway

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A Week on the West Coast

Norway

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Ride into the heart of western Norway on a self-guided adventure packed with fjords, waterfalls, mountain roads and some of Scandinavia’s most unforgettable riding.
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From Oslo, this spectacular ride takes you deep into western Norway, where soaring waterfalls, dramatic fjords, ocean-swept bridges and winding mountain roads combine to create one of Europe’s most rewarding motorcycle tours. With the Atlantic Road, Geiranger, Trollstigen and the Hardangerfjord all woven into one compact trip, this is Norway at its most thrilling from the seat of your bike.
  • Self Guided Tour
  • 9 Days
  • 1300 miles
  • Oslo, Norway
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BEST TIME TO GO

June to August

Your tour starts in Oslo, wasting absolutely no time getting to the good stuff. Leaving the capital behind, you head north through Norway’s interior towards Otta, before continuing through wide open landscapes to Verdal. From here, the scenery becomes more dramatic by the mile as you turn south-west, passing the Vinjefjord with its many waterfalls and making your way to one of the most unusual overnight stops on the whole tour: a unique island hotel reached only by boat.

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The following day, the Atlantic Road delivers one of Norway’s true bucket-list rides. Bridging its way across small islands on the edge of the ocean, it feels unlike anywhere else in Europe. From the coast, the route turns inland and climbs towards Geiranger, where you spend the next two nights in one of Norway’s most spectacular settings, right at the head of the magnificent Geirangerfjord.

Your day in Geiranger gives you a choice of how to experience this remarkable part of Norway. You can ride the world-famous Trollstigen hairpins via the equally dramatic Eagles Road, taking in some of the country’s most iconic mountain scenery from the saddle. Or, if you prefer, you can slow the pace and take a boat trip out on the fjord itself, surrounded by towering mountains, deep blue water and waterfalls spilling down the rock faces.

From Geiranger, the route continues south with a mini-cruise through dramatic fjord scenery before one of Norway’s great engineering marvels: the Lærdal Tunnel, the world’s longest road tunnel. On the other side, the landscape opens out once again as you make your way to Ulvik on the edge of the Hardangerfjord, a superb base for the final part of the tour.

Ulvik also gives you options. You might choose the local secret biker’s road across the desolate Hardangervidda plateau, one of those routes that feels made for motorcyclists, or head towards the glacier for one of the most unusual day rides in Europe. Either way, this tour packs an extraordinary amount of Norway into a compact format before you return to Oslo, hand back the bikes and head home with a head full of waterfalls, ferries, fjords and unforgettable roads.

Tour highlights

Oslo to the fjords - Start in the Norwegian capital, then ride quickly into the country’s interior as the roads open out and the landscapes grow steadily more dramatic.

A night on a boat-access-only island - One of the most memorable overnights on the tour, in a unique island hotel that adds something genuinely different to the journey.

The Atlantic Road - A world-famous route across bridges and islands on the edge of the ocean, and one of Norway’s true must-rides.

Two nights in Geiranger - Stay in one of Norway’s most iconic fjord villages, with the chance to ride Trollstigen and Eagles Road or take to the water on the Geirangerfjord.

Mini-cruise and the world’s longest road tunnel - A classic Norwegian contrast: fjord travel by boat followed by the remarkable Lærdal Tunnel on the road to Ulvik.

Ulvik and Hardangerfjord - A beautiful fjordside base with ride-out options that include a secret biker’s road and a route towards the glacier.

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Day 1 Arrival Day

Arrive in Oslo and settle into your hotel ahead of the ride. Depending on your flight time, there may be time to have a look around the Norwegian capital before the adventure begins.

Day 2 200 Miles

Leave Oslo behind and head north into Norway’s interior. This is a fine opening day on the bike, with forests, valleys and rivers setting the tone as you make your way towards Otta.

Day 3 210 Miles

Continue north through ever more open landscapes as you ride deeper into central Norway. The roads are fast-flowing, the scenery grows steadily bigger, and there’s a real sense that the fjords are getting closer.

Day 4 200 Miles

Turn south-west and ride past the Vinjefjord, where waterfalls and increasingly dramatic scenery become a constant feature of the day. Tonight, you stay somewhere truly memorable: a unique island hotel reached only by boat.

Day 5 100 Miles

Today, you ride the Atlantic Road, hopping from island to island on one of Norway’s most famous pieces of tarmac. From here, the route swings inland towards Geiranger, where you stay for the next two nights in one of the most spectacular fjord settings anywhere in Europe.

Day 6 Explore/Ride Out Day

A full day to enjoy Geiranger and the extraordinary roads around it. Ride Trollstigen via the Road of the Eagles, or swap the saddle for the water with a boat trip on the Geirangerfjord.

Day 7 200 Miles

Leave Geiranger and take a mini-cruise through dramatic fjord scenery before continuing south. Later, you pass through the Lærdal Tunnel, the world’s longest road tunnel, before arriving in Ulvik on the edge of the Hardangerfjord.

Day 8 Explore/Ride Out Day

Ulvik is perfectly placed for another superb day ride. Choose the secret biker’s road across the plateau, or head towards the glacier ski area for one of the most unusual excursions on the whole trip.

Day 9 200 Miles

Your final ride takes you back to Oslo, where you return the bikes and begin your journey home, having packed some of Norway’s greatest roads and landscapes into a compact and unforgettable tour.

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What's included
If you select motorcycle rental, insurance and breakdown cover is included.
8 nights’ accommodation in high-quality hotels.
Excellent breakfasts each morning in the hotels.
Full use of all hotels’ leisure facilities.
Detailed route plans and maps.
GPS routes (Garmin / Tom Tom).
Detailed daily itinerary including sights and suggested coffee / lunch stops.
What's not
Fuel.
Toll charges.
Admission charges.
Occasional hotel parking charges.
Meals and drinks other than specified above.
Travel/Breakdown insurance covering repatriation back to the UK.

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 £4995 £7390 £8990
BMW R1300GSA (ASA) £6835 £9230 £12670
BMW R1300GSA £6835 £9230 £12670
BMW R1300GS (ASA) £6755 £9150 £12510
BMW R1300GS £6755 £9150 £12510
BMW R1300RT (ASA) £6755 £9150 £12510

Rental prices calculated based on 8 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. Top boxes and GPS can be rented, subject to availability, for an additional charge.

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Common questions about this trip

When is the best time of year to do this trip?

July and August as a rule although June can work with a dash of luck. The riding season in Norway is very short and many of the areas we travel through are impassable outside of this window.

Is Norway as expensive as people say?

In a word, yes. Although lunches are quite reasonable where we plan the stops, the real kicker is the cost of alcohol in some of the hotels but there is always a shop nearby if you want to go and get a couple of beers or a bottle of wine to enjoy on the terraces.

I’ve heard the speed limits are really low in Norway, is this true?

In some areas they can be fairly low but most roads are in the usual 80/90kmph limit you would expect from any European country. Speed cameras in general are forward facing so not so much of an issue on bikes and police are few and far between although if caught speeding fines can be means tested and very high so do take care.

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.

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