
Norway & Sweden Bike Tour
Norway & Sweden Bike Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Deluxe & Premiere Hotels
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.
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

Start/End Oslo
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary

Day 1
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.

Night 1
Set at the water’s edge, this modern resort boasts stunning harbor views and one of Norway’s most spectacular spas. (pool, spa)

Days 2-3
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 hallå to Sweden as we cross the border • Fresh-caught seafood is on tonight's menu.

Nights 2-3
Panoramic views of the surrounding rocky archipelago await at this enchanting waterfront hotel. (spa)

Days 4-6
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 skål before returning to Oslo.





Nights 4-5
Rejuvenate at this sensual spa resort, offering extraordinary spa facilities and pools fed by natural mineral springs. (pool, spa)​
What's Included
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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
*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
*Deluxe Hotel
Panoramic views of the surrounding rocky archipelago await at this enchanting waterfront hotel. (spa)
Nights 4-5
*Premiere Hotel
Rejuvenate at this sensual spa resort, offering extraordinary spa facilities and pools fed by natural mineral springs. (pool, spa)​
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
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.

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

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

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+
Review Snapshot
by PowerReviews
Reviewed by 10 customers
Possibly my favorite of 15 Backroads trips.
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!



Another Wonderful Backroads Adventure!
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.
Backroads does it again!!!
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!!
Luxury road biking tled by energetic, smart, people
Can't be beaten. Headline. Says it all.
Wonderful experience on every Backroads trip!
We just returned from our 7th Backroads trip over a span of 21 years. They have all been totally different and equally wonderful.
Gorgeous rides, fabulous food, new experiences
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.


Amazing week!
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!




An exceptional experience....
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!
Cherished Mother-Daughter trip of a lifetime
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.
Backroads never fails to deliver the best- now in Norway
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.
Dates & Prices
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