8-Day Adventure Itinerary: India to Norway

1. Day 1: Oslo, Norway
   Estimated travel time from India: ~11 hours flight

   Explore Oslo's waterfront and try the unique flavors of smoked salmon at the *Mathallen food hall. Take a 45-minute train to Hovedøya island to kayak through Oslofjord and hike to an abandoned monastery.

2. Day 2: Rondane National Park, Norway
   Estimated travel time from Oslo: 3 hours drive

   Trek through the stunning scenery of Rondane National Park that offers challenging routes with a reward of picturesque views such as the *Rondvatnet Lake. Stay overnight in a Sarpaneva cabin.

3. Day 3: Bergen, Norway
   Estimated travel time from Rondane National Park: ~6 hours drive

   Admire the traditional wooden houses in the colourful Bryggen Wharf area. Take the Fløibanen funicular to Mt. Fløyen for breathtaking views, a 1-hour hike, and a visit to the Troll Forest.

4. Day 4: Hardangerfjord, Norway
   Estimated travel time from Bergen: ~3 hours drive

   Climb up the Folgefonna glacier with half-day guided tour through the ice paradise's mazes. Chill at the Rosendal Barony while enjoying Hardangerfjord's view with a seafood feast.

5. Day 5: Flam, Norway
   Estimated travel time from Hardangerfjord: ~2 hours drive

   Journey the 20-kilometer Flam Railway, one of the world's steepest. Stop for a pit stop at the scenic waterfall called Kjosfossen. Hike the 1.5-hour trail to *Stegastein viewpoint with the view of Aurlandsfjord.

6. Day 6: Voss, Norway
   Estimated travel time from Flam: ~1 hour drive

   Get your adrenaline pumped walking over Voss's Raundalen family park treetop for a super scenic zip-line. Try whitewater rafting on the rapids of the Stranda River.

7. Day 7: Geiranger Fjord, Norway
   Estimated travel time from Voss: ~5 hours' drive

   Visit Geiranger Fjord via cruise for the perfect thrill and scenic view. While on the Fjord, check out the magnificent *Seven Sisters waterfall via kayak and enjoy the wildlife.

8. Day 8: North Cape, Norway
   Estimated travel time from Geiranger: ~17 hours' drive

   Head up to the iconic North Cape cliff or hike to Knivskjelodden for the midnight sun. Take the scenic fishing village route of Gjesvaer and enjoy a refreshing hot stone massage at the Nordkapphall Spa.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Mathallen food hall (1 hour, £-££)
• Rondane National Park trek (8 hours, Free)
• Fløibanen funicular (3 hours, £-££)
• Glacier climbing with guide (4 hours, £££)
• Flam railway journey (3 hours, ££-£££)
• Treetop and Zip-Line session (4 hours, ££)
• Geiranger Fjord Cruise (2-3 hours, ££-£££)
• Knivskjelodden or North Cape Cliff hike (6 hours, £-££)
• Total Estimated Cost: £££-££££

Useful Tips

If time is up for tight, here are some suggestions:

• Eliminate Knivskjelodden or North Cape Cliff if it won’t be doable, time-wise. Alternatively, take a 5-hour drive to Tromso, considered the “Gateway to the Arctic” and explore its snowy landscapes.
• Take the Flam Railway only if passionate rail enthusiasts due to the cost.
• Consider extending the trip by adding an extra day, especially for overtired trekkers looking for a break or travelers who want to spend more time exploring in Bergen, Norway.