Winter activities
How about open space, crisp air, spectacular views and a fantastic atmosphere in a crowd free environment? This is what Norway in winter entails. The season offers unique opportunities for exciting and memorable tours and activities.
Winter in Norway
The Norwegian winter season lets you experience things you may never have imagined doing. You can interact with nature in a new way and see the world around you in a new light. Take in the Norwegian winter experience comfortably and sustainably in crisp, clean surroundings.
Our winter activities are designed to give you an immersive experience of the Norwegian winter landscape. Enjoy the winter wonderland fun in Norway!
Winter Activities
Find the ultimate winter adventures in Norway. Join exciting experiences like dog sledding, whale watching, and snowmobile tours.
Dog sledding in Tromsø
Multiple locations • 7 hr
From 2290NOK
Available 1 December - 31 March
Geirangerfjord winter cruise
Ålesund • 9 hr
From 2550NOK
Available 3 November - 30 March
Silent whale watching cruise in Tromsø
Tromsø • 9 hr
From 1790NOK
Available 25 October - 31 January
Best seller
Fjord cruise Bergen to Mostraumen
Bergen Zachariasbryggen
From 850NOK
Available all year
Glamping at Trolltunga
Multiple locations • 1 day 4 hr
From 4750NOK
Available 1 May - 1 December
Winter kayak tour in Reine
Reine • 2 hr
From 1550NOK
Available 1 February - 20 October
Northern Lights cuisine cruise in Tromsø
Tromsø • 3 hr
From 1790NOK
Available 13 September - 22 March
Overnight Northern Lights and Whale Safari Expedition
Tromsø • 1 day
From 10695NOK
Available 1 November - 31 January
Dog sledding in Tromsø
Multiple locations • 7 hr
From 2290NOK
Available 1 December - 31 March
Geirangerfjord winter cruise
Ålesund • 9 hr
From 2550NOK
Available 3 November - 30 March
Silent whale watching cruise in Tromsø
Tromsø • 9 hr
From 1790NOK
Available 25 October - 31 January
Best seller
Fjord cruise Bergen to Mostraumen
Bergen Zachariasbryggen
From 850NOK
Available all year
Glamping at Trolltunga
Multiple locations • 1 day 4 hr
From 4750NOK
Available 1 May - 1 December
Winter kayak tour in Reine
Reine • 2 hr
From 1550NOK
Available 1 February - 20 October
Northern Lights cuisine cruise in Tromsø
Tromsø • 3 hr
From 1790NOK
Available 13 September - 22 March
Overnight Northern Lights and Whale Safari Expedition
Tromsø • 1 day
From 10695NOK
Available 1 November - 31 January
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Winter tours
Looking for a complete winter experience? Several of our tours are available during the winter season. You can also easily add an exciting winter activity to your tour.
Norway in a Nutshell® Winter Tour
Winter magic on Norway's most popular tour
Discover breathtaking nature and one of the world's most spectacular fjords on this amazing winter experience. The Norway in a Nutshell® winter tour brings you close to stunning nature in a responsible way with emission-free transport. Ride the winter rails on two of the top train journeys in the world and cruise the snowy fjords on a quiet electric fjord cruise.
From 1600 NOK
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Sognefjord in a Nutshell™ Winter tour
A winter journey through Norway's famous fjord
Cruise Norway's longest and deepest fjord, the stunning Sognefjord combined with the famous Flåm Railway. Experience beautiful scenery and cultural heritage on a relaxing winter adventure.
From 2790 NOK
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Get ready for winter adventures in Norway
6 essential items for visiting Norway in winter
As a Scandinavian country that is over 2,500 kilometres long, Norway possesses very different kinds of weather in all four of its seasons. While the summer weather is quite warm no matter where you go, the winter can vary widely depending on your location. Therefore, it is important that you bring these essential items when coming to Norway during winter!
Winter activities in Norway
If you're looking for a winter escape from home, Norway might be just the ticket. Wintertime is the perfect time to take advantage of the fantastic natural landscape in Norway and explore one of the most beautiful countries in Europe. Not only does Norway offer excellent skiing conditions, but several existing winter activities are just waiting to be discovered!
How to stay warm and koselig this winter
Anyone who has ever taken a trip to Norway during the winter season knows just how vicious the Norwegian winters have the potential to be. This is especially true for Northern Norway where you can find really cold temperatures. So how do Norwegians tolerate the cold and long winter? With the “philophy of koselig” of course.
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6 essential items for visiting Norway in winter
As a Scandinavian country that is over 2,500 kilometres long, Norway possesses very different kinds of weather in all four of its seasons. While the summer weather is quite warm no matter where you go, the winter can vary widely depending on your location. Therefore, it is important that you bring these essential items when coming to Norway during winter!
Winter activities in Norway
If you're looking for a winter escape from home, Norway might be just the ticket. Wintertime is the perfect time to take advantage of the fantastic natural landscape in Norway and explore one of the most beautiful countries in Europe. Not only does Norway offer excellent skiing conditions, but several existing winter activities are just waiting to be discovered!
How to stay warm and koselig this winter
Anyone who has ever taken a trip to Norway during the winter season knows just how vicious the Norwegian winters have the potential to be. This is especially true for Northern Norway where you can find really cold temperatures. So how do Norwegians tolerate the cold and long winter? With the “philophy of koselig” of course.
Norway’s top 10 Christmas destinations
If you are searching for a special place to celebrate Christmas, Norway is the perfect country to visit. Snow, Northern Lights and "Julenissen" are some of the ingredients in a traditional Norwegian Christmas. Here are our top 10 Christmas destinations in Norway!