Norway & Sweden Bike Tour

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6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

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Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

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Norway & Sweden Bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos
Couples, Friends & Solos
ALSO AVAILABLE FOR:
Families with Teens & 20s
Families with 20s & Beyond

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Deluxe & Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2025: Jun-Sep2026: Jun-Sep

Seaside Scandinavia South of Oslo

From vibrant Oslo, set on a royal-blue fjord, explore ancient Viking lands, 16th-century Fredrikstad and colorful harbor villages. Discover country roads amid holiday homes on Sweden’s stunning coast. Along the way, rejuvenate at our glorious spa hotels and savor fresh-caught seafood. This Scandinavian dreamscape of islands and harbors will seduce you with a surprising truth: the south doesn't have the last word on summer.

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Highlights

  • Pamper yourself at our magnificent spa hotels, sleek waterfront properties with cozy lounges and views of the sapphire Oslofjord 
  • Pedal easygoing routes along scenic country roads and dedicated bike paths amid tidy farms, tufts of forest and charming summer cabins 
  • Dine on Scandinavian specialties prepared with fresh-caught seafood and locally sourced ingredients, and sample the ubiquitous aquavit 
  • Connect with complex history and dynamic culture, from beautifully preserved 16th-century Fredrikstad to cosmopolitan Oslo 
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Norway & Sweden

Start/End Oslo

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Biker riding with through a Norwegian town

Day 1

Description

We kick off our biking adventure in the fun and cultured capital of Oslo • Pedal amid Drøbak’s wonderfully preserved wooden houses, many dating back to the 1700s • Explore Son, a lovely village on the Oslofjord teeming with art galleries and cafés • Relax at our cozy Nordic retreat with harbor and sea views. 

Accommodations
Son Spa

(1 night)

Night 1

Son Spa
Son
*Deluxe Hotel

Set at the water’s edge, this modern resort boasts stunning harbor views and one of Norway’s most spectacular spas. (pool, spa) 

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Fresh salmon topped with cucumber

Days 2-3

Description

Bike along the sheltered coast, dotted with summer cabins and tiny fishing villages that look just as they did long ago • Cycle to Fredrikstad, whose 16th-century old quarter is Scandinavia’s best-preserved fortified town • Explore the charming streets and inviting shops nestled in the ramparts • Say hallÃ¥ to Sweden as we cross the border • Fresh-caught seafood is on tonight's menu.

Accommodations
Tanumstrand

(2 nights)

Nights 2-3

Tanumstrand
Grebbestad
*Deluxe Hotel

Panoramic views of the surrounding rocky archipelago await at this enchanting waterfront hotel. (spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Guests diving into a river in Norway

Days 4-6

Description

Two-wheel it through a patchwork of small family farms to coastal Larvik • Aboard a cruise ship, sail emerald waters to Sandefjord, Norway • Luxuriate at Farris Bad, named for the natural mineral springs that feed its restorative pools • Tufts of forest and meticulously kept homesteads line today’s route • Travel back in time at Molen, a UNESCO-protected rocky beach that boasts ancient Viking burial graves and cairns • An invigorating plunge in the azure Larvikfjord may be calling your name • We toast our Scandinavian adventure with a hearty skÃ¥l before returning to Oslo.

Accommodations
Farris Bad

(2 nights)

Nights 4-5

Farris Bad
Larvik
*Premiere Hotel

Rejuvenate at this sensual spa resort, offering extraordinary spa facilities and pools fed by natural mineral springs. (pool, spa)​  

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Hotels

Deluxe Hotels

Our Deluxe hotels have great ambience and modern comforts.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Night 1

Son Spa
Son

*Deluxe Hotel

Set at the water’s edge, this modern resort boasts stunning harbor views and one of Norway’s most spectacular spas. (pool, spa) 

Nights 2-3

Tanumstrand
Grebbestad

*Deluxe Hotel

Panoramic views of the surrounding rocky archipelago await at this enchanting waterfront hotel. (spa)

Nights 4-5

Farris Bad
Larvik

*Premiere Hotel

Rejuvenate at this sensual spa resort, offering extraordinary spa facilities and pools fed by natural mineral springs. (pool, spa)​  

From $4,999 /person

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Bikes

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Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.

Bike with drop handlebars and a "New" label on the top left
Backroads Next Generation Performance Road Bike

Included in your trip price

  • Ideal for avid cyclists
  • Redesigned for 2024
  • Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
  • Responsive, efficient and comfortable
  • Drop handlebars only
Backroads Touring Bike
Backroads Touring Bike

Included in your trip price

  • Suited for a wide range of cyclists
  • Comfortable ergonomic seat
  • Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
  • Upright handlebars only
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike

Included in your trip price

  • One of the lightest e-bikes available
  • Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
  • Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
  • Upright handlebars only
  • Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours;  learn more

Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+

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Possibly my favorite of 15 Backroads trips.

Submitted August 2024

By terri sf

From Atlanta, GA

This trip had so much to offer. The rides were long but not loaded with big climbs. There were plenty of rolling hills to get plenty of exercise. The landscape is beautiful, switching between seaside towns to beautiful farmland and even through forested areas. While this is a casual inn trip, at least 2 of the hotels are super nice, and all 3 had saunas and spas which are hard to describe but unlike and superior to those in the US. The food leans heavily towards seafood but there were always options for those who prefer chicken or a fabulous cheeseburger. Because we were in areas rich with farming, the vegetables served were a highlight, too. Our guides were top-notch, too!

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Sunsetting on a perfect first day, ended at Son Spa.
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Standing in Sweden, Norway behind me!
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View from our boat ride to dinner in Grebbestad!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Another Wonderful Backroads Adventure!

Submitted July 2024

By Katherine

From Pennysylviania

Never been to Norway or Sweden? That was us! Backroads is a great introduction, moving beyond the spectacular northern fjords to the small towns and rolling countryside of the more modest southern Oslo fjord. We loved this trip; Perri and Mia, our trip leaders, were amazing, as was Sonia, who provided additional support. Food was excellent; hotels (all spas) were great; all the rides were fun. And as always, our fellow riders were one of the best aspects of the trip.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Backroads does it again!!!

Submitted July 2024

By david

From Philadelphia, PA

The leaders, accommodations, bike routes, and food were all exceptional. Backroads trips are expensive but EXTEMELY HIGH VALUE!!! I felt like I got more than i paid for -- especially thanks to the nimbleness, flexibility, creativity, and care of our trip leaders and support person. PLUS -- our fellow bikers were great!!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Luxury road biking tled by energetic, smart, people

Submitted July 2024

By maury

From Basalt, Colorado.

Can't be beaten. Headline. Says it all.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Wonderful experience on every Backroads trip!

Submitted September 2023

By Blake

From Winter Park, FL

We just returned from our 7th Backroads trip over a span of 21 years. They have all been totally different and equally wonderful.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Gorgeous rides, fabulous food, new experiences

Submitted July 2023

By Jane S

From Baltimore

Recently finished our Norway & Sweden bike tour. This trip is now at the top of our list of our best trips, tied with the Croatia trip. The rides through the farmland and along the fjords were beautiful - rolling hills that provided some challenges but not extreme, and beautiful views of harbors, small sea towns and expansive water. The rain did not dampen the mood of the group. Meals were predominantly seafood and were delicious. Our group of 19 bonded very well and was great fun.

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Amazing week!

Submitted July 2023

By judy

From Atlanta GA USA

My first backroad bike trip exceeded my expectations. The team leaders were amazing and able to accommodate a variety of interests and abilities from our group. The scenery in Norway and Sweden was fantastic as were the meals and accommodations. This was a great week!

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Midnight in Sweden
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Not your routine lunch spot!
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Climbing our first hill!
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Enjoying the day

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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An exceptional experience....

Submitted August 2022

By KLM

From So Cal

My first Backroads biking trip.....I'm already planning my next adventure! The trip Leaders were supportive and so encouraging. The attention to detail in trip planning and preparation was extremely helpful. The App showing daily routes and more was informative and set expectations every step of the way. Norway/Sweden were beautiful the routes exemplified the ever changing scenery. A trip to remember!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Cherished Mother-Daughter trip of a lifetime

Submitted July 2022

By Cheri

From Colorado Springs

My daughter and I had a wonderful time exploring Oslo and the coast and countryside of Norway and Sweden. The Scandinavian people are delightful and our leaders...Agnus, Jenna, and Caroline were super communicative and lots of fun. Great leaders! We enjoyed making new friends as the other guests were a diverse group from around the US.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Backroads never fails to deliver the best- now in Norway

Submitted July 2022

By Jane

From Barrington, RI

Following the 2 years of darkness of the Covid-19 Pandemic, the trip to Norway was welcome not just for its long sun filled days but for the awesome biking routes and scenery, remarkable lodging and spa sites, food and - of course- the absolute best in leaders who are knowledgeable about the local area, can solve any problem and appear to have an endless well of good cheer. This type of service and quality has always been our experience at Backroads. So happy the company weathered the pandemic and -if anything- has upped their game in quality and service. Thanks again for an Awesome adventure.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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