Day 1:

🚗The Road-trip Begins

We flew in from London to Oslo around 10.30 am.

Knowing Norway’s reputation for being electric vehicle–friendly, we chose to travel sustainably. Renting an EV from Hertz at the airport was seamless—after a quick comparison online and an easy pickup, we hit the road, both literally and mentally charged. For a quick guide on renting and charging of EV vehicle in Norway, visit our blog.

Since the journey time is about 6.5-7 hours, we broke the route to Bergen at Geilo—a skiing town that traded snowy slopes for lush, green landscapes during summer. Though we didn’t hit the pistes, the views gave us every reason to linger. One of our first stops on the way was Hønefoss. While the car recharged, we refuelled too—with delicious Turkish wraps and a few nicknacks to keep us road-trip-ready. A short walk led us to a nearby waterfall and a peaceful stroll, reminding us how beautifully the ordinary can surprise you.

Day 2:

🌄 From Geilo to Vøringsfossen — A Journey Through Contrast

After a restful evening in Geilo (where the sun hung around past 10:30 PM—note: an eye mask is essential!), next morning after a quick breakfast, we set off toward Vøringsfossen. Along the way, Norway pulled another surprise: snow patches still clung to mountain tops under a clear summer sky. We couldn’t resist and stopped to pose, step into the snow, and marvel at the beauty of sunlit frost. This was the most exciting thing we witnessed. It’s true, what you don’t plan for, can amaze you and bring immense joy :)

💧Vøringsfossen — Norway’s Liquid Thunder

Vøringsfossen - we headed there thinking we were going to see the waterfall, but it was much much more. We squeezed in a short hike we hadn’t planned for, which took us around the majestic waterfall, drowning us in picturesque views of the valley, mist and the sunlight dancing together, leaving behind rainbows. The gorge at the river Bjoreio is connected via this unique step bridge helping visitors soak in the sights.

Getting sprayed by the mist felt like nature’s gentle nudge, a reminder to stand still and just take it all in.

🛤️ Tunnel to Tranquillity — The Final leg of the drive to Bergen

Road tripping in Norway equates to driving through tunnels. Veering in and out of each tunnel felt like looking through nature’s kaleidoscope- mountains framing lakes, forests cascading into valleys and greenery all around. Bergen welcomed us with its colourful houses, dotting the mountain landscape on one side and deep blue fjords on the other.

In Bergen, we took the Fløibanen funicular to Mount Fløyen, catching panoramic views of the city below. We posed with mountain goats, unleashed our inner child at Troll Park, and embraced spontaneous joy—climbing rope bridges, balancing on logs, snapping selfies with trolls like old forest friends.

We ended the day by hiking down to the city centre, letting the calm trail ease us back into Bergen’s cobbled streets. Grabbed a drink at the pub, whilst watching the sun set between the many islets surrounded by the fjords.

Day 3:

We woke up to a sunny day in Bergen and headed out for a quick run. Taking-in the sights of the city, as we jogged through the parks, into the fish market whilst making our way to the Wharf was an entirely unique experience.

After breakfast, we met up with our guide for the city tour of Bryggen – world heritage site with its iconic wooden building (housed by traders in olden days) and the thriving trade scene. The city tour taught us that there is more to Norway than just Vikings - from architecture to Stockfish (dried cod) a key contributor in the growth story of Bergen. If walking is not your thing, you can opt for the city cruise or the hop-on hop-off bus for a similar experience.

When in Bergen, a must try is Pølse, Norwegian hotdog made from reindeer meat at 3-Kroneren, a popular kiosk (named after the original cost of the hotdog – 3 Kroner), which is highly rated on all social and travel platforms.

For the 2nd half of the day, we visited the Bergenhus Fortress – took in the views of the harbour and indulged in some souvenir shopping for friends and family back home. Norway is one of the most expensive countries in the world, you may find prices higher compared to their European counterparts. However, if you are into hiking, we would recommend shopping here for quality and pocket friendly gear. You can also opt to hike Mount Ulriken – highest of the 7 mountains that surround Bergen and the thrill seekers have an option of the zip-line back down as opposed to the cable car.

Day 4- Culture, History & A Dip to Remember

Our final day, we chose to start with a visit to Fantoft Stave Church, originally built in the 12th century and then restored in the 1990’s. Situated in the woodlands, this wooden structure is a lovely showcase of Norwegian architecture. We continued the scenic drive, with a pitstop at Voss for lunch. (many assume this to be the origin of the artesian bottled drinking water brand VOSS, but it's not!). Voss is charming town and a good option if you want to break your journey and stay over.

The drive back to Oslo gifted us one last gem, with mountains to one side, waterfalls to the other, and a lake imploring us to take a dip. Perks of driving through the Valdres Natur-og Kulturepark. Norway’s “right to roam” beckoned us into its waters, turning a charging break into a magical pause. It was late evening as we reached Oslo, packed our bags, dropped the rental back and locked-in the memories before taking the flight back to London next day morning.

You're never far from a hike or moment of awe in Norway and the “nature bathing” gives you the kind of peace you carry with you long after the trip ends. This road trip offered more than memories; it shaped a new rhythm for travel—one that values pause over pace, wonder over checklists, and nature above all.

We’ll return. Because Norway’s silence speaks—and the Northern lights are calling 😊

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