NORWAY BUCKET LIST: 15 ICONIC ATTRACTIONS

Planning a trip to the land of the Northern Lights, but still wondering what should be on your Norway bucket list as the options are aplenty. Norwegian Travel Concierge has you covered. Here is a list of the top 15 iconic attractions that you can’t miss when in Norway.

Geirangerfjord: The list has to start with the magnificent fjords in Norway. Cruise through this UNESCO-listed natural marvel, popular for the Seven Sisters waterfall and jaw-dropping scenery.

Trolltunga: The second name on your bucket list should be an everlasting hiking experience. Trolltunga is one of the most popular hikes in Norway, ending at a dramatic cliff jutting out over a lake.

Lofoten Islands: One cannot miss the natural appeal and cultural mix of the Lofoten Islands while visiting Norway. It is a surreal mix of jagged peaks, fishing villages and magnificent Arctic beaches.

Preikestolen: The next destination on our bucket list is a cliff, and not just any cliff. Preikestolen is one of the steepest cliffs in Norway, rising 604 metres above Lysefjorden. There is a flat top at the top of the cliff that extends 25 by 25 metres.

Northern Lights: Of course, the Northern Lights have to be on your bucket list. It is best viewed from the Northern region of Tromsø during the winter months. However, other areas also offer an enthralling view.

Bergen: Norway is also famous for its harbours, and the best place to behold such sightings while enjoying the country’s natural environment is Bergen. The harbour city is surrounded by mountains and fjords and is famous for the Bryggen Wharf.

Naeroyfjord: This is the second fjord on our list that is a must-visit destination. It is also a UNESCO-listed site and is one of the narrowest fjords in the world. The fjord is about 17 kilometres long and 250 metres wide.

Atlantic Ocean Road: No one wants to miss a picturesque experience of a coastal road and dramatic bridges. Atlantic Ocean Road offers just that. The 8.3-kilometre stretch connects Averoy with the mainland with a series of dramatic, low-lying bridges.

Oslo: The capital city of Norway is a modernistic cultural cauldron that mixes modern architecture with Viking history. Nestled in the southern coast of the country at the head of Oslofjord, it houses many green spaces and museums.

Svalbard: This archipelago between the mainland and the North Pole is one of the world's northernmost inhabited areas. The main attractions here include the rugged and remote terrain of glaciers, polar bears and arctic foxes and reindeer. You might be lucky enough to see one.

Flam Railway: If you’re into those scenic train journeys that have a lasting effect, then Flam Railway is a must-add to your itinerary. The 20-kilometre train journey is one of the steepest in the world, offering stunning views.

Jotunheimen National Park: How can a bucket list in one of the Northernmost corners of the planet not have a national park visit? The Jotunheimen National Park is home to Norway's highest peaks and endless hiking trails.

Kjeragbolten: This famous 5 cubic metre glacial deposit boulder is wedged comfortably between two cliffs of Mount Kjerag. It offers the perfect spot for high-altitude photoshoots and BASE jumps.

Hardangerfjord: It is the fifth-longest fjord in the world and the second-longest in Norway. Hardengerfjord is known for fruit orchards, waterfalls and scenic drives.

Midnight sun: Last on our bucket list for you is the Midnight Sun, as Norway lets you experience 24-hour daylight during summer in the northern part of the country.

Contact Norwegian Travel Concierge for an enthralling and mind-boggling Arctic experience in Norway.