31 days in Western Norway Itinerary

A city famed for its underground music scene, Bergen also serves as the gateway to the fjords of Norway's western coastline.

Bergen is known for nature, sightseeing, and shopping. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get to know the fascinating history of Bryggen, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Floyen and the Funicular, trek along Mount Lovstaken, and go for a walk through Stoltzekleiven.

For where to stay, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Bergen online itinerary builder.

London, UK to Bergen is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and train; or do a combination of train and bus. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from London to Bergen due to the time zone difference. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from London in July: highs in Bergen hover around 20°C, while lows dip to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Tue) early enough to fly to Alesund.

A lively seaport renowned for its high concentration of Art Nouveau buildings, Alesund stretches over seven islands and features a compact city center almost entirely surrounded by water.

Alesund is known for sightseeing, zoos & aquariums, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: don't miss a visit to Fjellstua Viewpoint, appreciate the history behind Memorial Shetland Bus, take in the awesome beauty at Aksla Mountain, and visit a coastal fixture at Alnes Lighthouse.

To find other places to visit, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Alesund visit planner.

Traveling by flight from Bergen to Alesund takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In July in Alesund, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 13°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) so you can go by car to Andalsnes.

Andalsnes is a town in Rauma Municipality in Møre og Romsdal county, Norway. Change things up with these side-trips from Andalsnes: Mardalsfossen (in Nesset Municipality) and Veoya Island (in Molde). On the 9th (Sun), hike the day away at Romsdalseggen. There's much more to do: cruise along Trollstigen, head outdoors with Nesaksla, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at The Romsdalen Valley, and take in the dramatic scenery at Stigfossen Waterfall.

For photos, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Andalsnes online trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Alesund to Andalsnes takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) early enough to travel to Geiranger.

Surrounded by pristine nature, the scenic village of Geiranger serves as a gateway to some of Norway's most famous landscapes.

Change things up with these side-trips from Geiranger: Bergsetbreen (in Jostedal) and Briksdal Glacier (Briksdalbreen) (in Stryn). Spend the 11th (Tue) exploring at Geiranger Fjord. There's lots more to do: take some stellar pictures from Geiranger Skywalk - Dalsnibba, take a memorable drive along Ornevegen - Ornesvingen, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Geiranger Church, and take in the dramatic natural features at Jostedals Glacier.

To see photos, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Geiranger trip maker site.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Andalsnes to Geiranger. In July, daytime highs in Geiranger are 21°C, while nighttime lows are 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Balestrand.

Balestrand is a municipality in Sogn og Fjordane county, Norway. Balestrand is known for trails, historic sites, and adventure. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Hopperstad stavkirke, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at The Cider House - Cidertasting and Shop, grab your bike and head to The Three Fjord Ride, and explore the striking landscape at Sognefjorden.

To see other places to visit, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Balestrand travel site.

Explore your travel options from Geiranger to Balestrand with the Route module. July in Balestrand sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) to allow time to ride a ferry to Flam.

Nestled in a kingdom of mountains and fjords, the scenic village of Flam serves as a good base for exploring some of the most beautiful sights of Norwegian nature.

Change things up with a short trip to Kjelfossen Waterfall in Gudvangen (about 32 minutes away). Next up on the itinerary: take in the dramatic natural features at Naeroyfjord, make a trip to Aurlandsfjellet National Tourist Route, see exotic creatures in open habitats at FjordSafari, and admire the sheer force of Rjoandefossen.

For photos, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Flam online tour itinerary planner.

Ride a ferry from Balestrand to Flam in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in July, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Thu) so you can go by car to Voss Municipality.

A vacation in Voss Municipality offers great opportunities for bird-watchers--more than 155 avian species live in the region, including the great egret and the European hobby.

On the 21st (Fri), take in the dramatic scenery at Skjervsfossen Waterfall and then add some adventure to your tour with a kayaking and canoeing tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat): experience rural life at Hardanger Saft og Siderfabrikk, then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Osa Mountain, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Tvindefossen.

For photos, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Voss Municipality trip itinerary maker site.

You can drive from Flam to Voss Municipality in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In July, daytime highs in Voss Municipality are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) so you can drive to Odda.

Odda is a municipality in Hordaland county, Norway. On the 23rd (Sun), make a trip to Trolltunga. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the awesome beauty at Malmangernuten (889 moh) and then admire the sheer force of Latefossen Waterfall.

To find where to stay, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Odda trip planner.

You can drive from Voss Municipality to Odda in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In July in Odda, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 11°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) early enough to travel to Forsand Municipality.

With a cluster of villages surrounded by untouched nature, Forsand Municipality is a great destination for those looking to immerse themselves in scenic surroundings, far from the city bustle.

On the 25th (Tue), take in the dramatic natural features at Gloppedalsura Scree and then take in the awesome beauty at Kjerag. On the 26th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the striking landscape at Hogsfjorden, get great views at Pulpit Rock, and then take in the pleasant sights at Solspeilet - The Norwegian Stonehenge.

To see traveler tips, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Forsand Municipality online itinerary planner.

Explore your travel options from Odda to Forsand Municipality with the Route module. July in Forsand Municipality sees daily highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Stavanger.

The coastal city of Stavanger ranks among Norway's top culinary destinations, its fine restaurants and food fairs an increasingly popular attraction with impassioned foodies from around the globe.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Stavanger: Borestranden Beach (in Kleppe), Gloppedalsura Rock Fall (in Algard) and Fritz Roed Sculpture Park (in Bryne). And it doesn't end there: appreciate the views at Lysefjord, stroll through Sjobadet Myklebust, walk around Sandvedparken, and pause for some photo ops at Sverd i fjell.

To find maps, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Stavanger road trip tool.

Drive from Forsand Municipality to Stavanger in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry; or take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Stavanger can reach 21°C, while at night they dip to 14°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Mon) early enough to catch the flight back home.