60 days in Northern Norway Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Northern Norway holiday planner
Start: Sydney
Fly
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Tromso
— 7 nights
Ferry to Lysnes kai, Taxi to Senja
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Senja
— 3 nights
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Harstad
— 6 nights
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Svolvaer
— 4 nights
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Flakstadoy
— 4 nights
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Bodo
— 7 nights
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Rana Municipality
— 5 nights
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Mosjoen
— 4 nights
Drive to Bodø Airport, Fly to Hammerfest
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Hammerfest
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Nordkapp Municipality
— 3 nights
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Alta
— 5 nights
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Kirkenes
— 4 nights
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Vardo
— 4 nights
Drive to Vardø Airport, Svartnes, Fly to Sydney
End: Sydney
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Tromso — 7 nights
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Paris of the North
The cultural and economic hub of northern Norway, Tromso boasts a historical city center containing one of the highest concentrations of wooden houses in Europe.Discover out-of-the-way places like Polar Charter and Northern Norwegian Science Center. There's lots more to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Tromso Botaniske Hage, explore the world behind art at Nordnorsk Kunstmuseum, pause for some photo ops at Memorial to Deportation of Jews of Tromso, and take in the spiritual surroundings of The Arctic Cathedral.
To find ratings, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Tromso trip maker website.
Sydney, Australia to Tromso is an approximately 28-hour flight. You'll gain 9 hours traveling from Sydney to Tromso due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Sydney in July, expect nights in Tromso to be about the same, around 10°C, while days are slightly colder, around 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Fri) so you can travel to Senja.
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Senja — 3 nights
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Explore hidden gems such as Senja Husky Adventure and Arctic Guide & Visit -The Real Experience As.
To see other places to visit, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Senja online tour itinerary maker.
Do a combination of ferry and taxi from Tromso to Senja in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of ferry and bus. In July, daily temperatures in Senja can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 10°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Mon) so you can go by car to Harstad.
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To see other places to visit, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Senja online tour itinerary maker.
Do a combination of ferry and taxi from Tromso to Senja in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of ferry and bus. In July, daily temperatures in Senja can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 10°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Mon) so you can go by car to Harstad.
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Harstad — 6 nights
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Harstad is the second-most populated municipality in Troms county, Norway. Discover out-of-the-way places like Narvik Krigsmuseum and Keipen. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Harstad: Inga Sami Siida (in Sortland) and Narvikfjellet (in Narvik). There's still lots to do: take an in-depth tour of Trondenes Historical Centre, hike along Mountain Hike to Musvannet, relax in the rural setting at Rokenes Gard, and make a splash at Grottebadet Waterpark.
To find other places to visit, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Harstad online day trip planner.
Traveling by car from Senja to Harstad takes 3.5 hours. In July, daily temperatures in Harstad can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sun) so you can drive to Svolvaer.
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To find other places to visit, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Harstad online day trip planner.
Traveling by car from Senja to Harstad takes 3.5 hours. In July, daily temperatures in Harstad can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sun) so you can drive to Svolvaer.
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Svolvaer — 4 nights
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The largest town on the Lofoten Islands, Svolvaer serves as a good base from which to launch your tour of the archipelago.Explore hidden gems such as Tjeldbergtind and Floya. Change things up with a short trip to Gimsoy Landhandel Lofoten in Gimsoysand (about 38 minutes away). There's lots more to do: see the interesting displays at Lofoten Krigsminnenmuseum, take in the exciting artwork at Gallery Dagfinn Bakke, take in the awesome beauty at Svolvaergeita, and see what you can catch with a fishing tour.
To see where to stay, reviews, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Svolvaer trip planner.
You can drive from Harstad to Svolvaer in 3 hours. In July, daytime highs in Svolvaer are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Thu) to allow time to drive to Flakstadoy.
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Flakstadoy — 4 nights
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Explore hidden gems such as Lofoten Island and Rambergstranda Beach. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Flakstadoy: Hiking on the hills (in Ballstad), Lofotr Viking Museum (in Bostad) and Reinebringen (in Reine).
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Drive from Svolvaer to Flakstadoy in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In July, daily temperatures in Flakstadoy can reach 17°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Bodo.
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Drive from Svolvaer to Flakstadoy in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In July, daily temperatures in Flakstadoy can reach 17°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Bodo.
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Bodo — 7 nights
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Discover out-of-the-way places like Kjerringoy Trading Post and Norsk Luftfartsmuseum. Step out of Bodo to go to Saltstraumen and see Saltstraumen Dykkecamp, which is approximately 32 minutes away.
For maps, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Bodo day trip planner.
Traveling by car from Flakstadoy to Bodo takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In July, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Rana Municipality.
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For maps, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Bodo day trip planner.
Traveling by car from Flakstadoy to Bodo takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In July, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Rana Municipality.
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Rana Municipality — 5 nights
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Discover out-of-the-way places like Arctic Circle and The Svartisen Glacier Austerdalsisen.
To find more things to do, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Rana Municipality trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Bodo to Rana Municipality takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In August in Rana Municipality, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 10°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Mosjoen.
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To find more things to do, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Rana Municipality trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Bodo to Rana Municipality takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In August in Rana Municipality, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 10°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Mosjoen.
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Mosjoen — 4 nights
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Explore hidden gems such as The Historical Sjoegata Street and Helgelandsbrua. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Mosjoen: Tursti til Sjoforsen (in Korgen) and The Seven Sisters (in Sandnessjoen).
For other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Mosjoen trip itinerary maker app.
Traveling by car from Rana Municipality to Mosjoen takes 2 hours. In August in Mosjoen, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Hammerfest.
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For other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Mosjoen trip itinerary maker app.
Traveling by car from Rana Municipality to Mosjoen takes 2 hours. In August in Mosjoen, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Hammerfest.
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Hammerfest — 2 nights
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Hammerfest is a municipality in Finnmark county, Norway. Kick off your visit on the 11th (Thu): see the interesting displays at Museum of Reconstruction for Finnmark and Northern Troms, then pause for some serene contemplation at Hammerfest Church, and then get great views at Salen Lookout. Here are some ideas for day two: get engrossed in the history at The Polar Bear Society and then make a trip to Struve Geodetic Arc.
To find photos, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Hammerfest road trip app.
Explore your travel options from Mosjoen to Hammerfest with the Route module. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Mosjoen in August: highs in Hammerfest hover around 15°C, while lows dip to 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) so you can go by car to Nordkapp Municipality.
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To find photos, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Hammerfest road trip app.
Explore your travel options from Mosjoen to Hammerfest with the Route module. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Mosjoen in August: highs in Hammerfest hover around 15°C, while lows dip to 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) so you can go by car to Nordkapp Municipality.
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Nordkapp Municipality — 3 nights
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Some 200,000 visitors take a trip to Nordkapp Municipality every year, drawn by its two main attractions--North Cape and Knivskjellodden, considered by many the northernmost point of Europe.Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Bird Safari and Gjesvaerstappan Nesting Cliffs, Nordkapp. The adventure continues: explore the striking landscape at Nordkapphallen, view the masterpieces at The Gallery "West Of The Moon", get great views at Knivskjellodden, and pause for some photo ops at Bamse statue.
For more things to do, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Nordkapp Municipality online tour itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Hammerfest to Nordkapp Municipality takes 3.5 hours. In August in Nordkapp Municipality, expect temperatures between 15°C during the day and 10°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Alta.
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Alta — 5 nights
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Alta is the most populated municipality in Finnmark county, Norway. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Northern Lights Cathedral and Kafjord Church. categoryPhrases.sentence.On_the_day_spend_an_exhilarating_day_on_the_slopes_at. There's much more to do: examine the collection at Tirpitz Museum, admire all the interesting features of Alta Museum - World Heritage Rock Art Centre, see the sky in a new way at Northern Lights Observatory at Haldde, and explore the stunning scenery at Alta Canyon.
To see ratings, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Alta trip planning tool.
Drive from Nordkapp Municipality to Alta in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of flight and ferry; or do a combination of taxi and bus. In August in Alta, expect temperatures between 18°C during the day and 10°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Kirkenes.
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To see ratings, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Alta trip planning tool.
Drive from Nordkapp Municipality to Alta in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of flight and ferry; or do a combination of taxi and bus. In August in Alta, expect temperatures between 18°C during the day and 10°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Kirkenes.
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Kirkenes — 4 nights
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Kirkenes is a town in Sør-Varanger Municipality in Finnmark county, in the far northeastern part of Norway. Discover out-of-the-way places like Grenselandmuseet and Hoyde 96 - Watch Tower. Step out of Kirkenes to go to Grense Jakobselv and see Lungomare, which is approximately 48 minutes away. There's much more to do: cast your line with King Crab Safari by Snowhotel Kirkenes, don't miss a visit to Treriksroysa, pause for some serene contemplation at Kirkenes Church, and appreciate the history behind Soviet Liberation Monument.
To see more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Kirkenes trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Alta to Kirkenes takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. August in Kirkenes sees daily highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 24th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Vardo.
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To see more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Kirkenes trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Alta to Kirkenes takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. August in Kirkenes sees daily highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 24th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Vardo.
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Vardo — 4 nights
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is a municipality in Finnmark county in the extreme northeastern part of Norway. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Hamningberg Old Fishing Village and Vardoehus Fortress. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate the long history of Steilneset Memorial, enjoy the sea views from Hornoya Vardo Light House, examine the collection at The Pomor Museum, and learn about all things military at The Partisan Museum.
To find traveler tips, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, read Vardo road trip planning app.
Traveling by car from Kirkenes to Vardo takes 3.5 hours. Traveling from Kirkenes in August, expect nights in Vardo to be about the same, around 11°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 14°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.
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To find traveler tips, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, read Vardo road trip planning app.
Traveling by car from Kirkenes to Vardo takes 3.5 hours. Traveling from Kirkenes in August, expect nights in Vardo to be about the same, around 11°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 14°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.
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Northern Norway travel guide
Land of the Northern Lights
Located at the northernmost tip of continental Europe, Northern Norway is a place where civilizations meet, the sun shines at midnight, and auroras paint the skies. Learn about the local culture, a mosaic of Sami, Norwegian, Finnish, and Russian influences, and see the historical attractions that stretch from prehistory to the Cold War era. Despite their modest size, the region’s cities are vibrant places with many unique architectural features and an exciting nightlife. Outside the cities, you'll find a vast area of pristine nature with mountains, fjords, lakes, and rivers. Here you can take part in a number of outdoor activities, from golfing and rock climbing in the summer, to dog sledding and skiing in the winter. Complete your Arctic vacation by tasting the local specialties, including fresh dairy products and seafood, whale and reindeer meat, and seagull eggs followed by home-brewed beer.
