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15 Self-Guided Tours in Scandinavia to Book Before the Season Turns

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The 15 best self-guided tours you can book right now, with the price, the length and who each one actually suits. Start at the top.

Bergen: Self-Guided Round-Trip Full-Day Excursion - The bus through Voss and Gudvangen
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Bergen: Self-Guided Round-Trip Full-Day Excursion

1.Self-Guided Round-Trip Full-Day Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 158 reviews · 10 hours · from $493Our pick

Travel from Bergen to Voss, Gudvangen, Flåm, and Myrdal by train, bus, boat, and the famous Flåm Railway. You’ll cruise Aurlandsfjord and narrow Nærøyfjord, with clear email instructions but no guide. The full day costs $493 per person and requires good timing, comfortable shoes, and a charged phone.

“Transport arrangements were clear and we had no issues with getting on the various buses, trains and boat. We experienced sights we would not have seen otherwise, and thoroughly enjoyed the trip from start to finish. Expect some stops along the way that really enhance the day! Highly recommended, and although it may seem pricey, believe me, it was worth every penny.”

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Ålesund: Ålesund and Surrounding Islands Audio Guide Tour - Alnes, the fishing island at the Atlantic edge
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Ålesund: Ålesund and Surrounding Islands Audio Guide Tour

2.Ålesund and Surrounding Islands Audio Guide Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 116 reviews · 3 hours · from $136

Take a three-hour minibus tour from Ålesund to Godøya, Alnes fishing island, Alnes Lighthouse, and Aksla viewpoint. An audio guide is available in five languages, while the driver handles the roads and tunnels. You get lighthouse entry, Atlantic views, and a useful ride back to town, but bring warm waterproof clothing and comfortable shoes.

“De rit met de kleine touringbus was geweldig en we hebben een heerlijk genoten van de stops. De chauffeur was goed en hielp ook daar waar nodig. 's avonds op het schip zagen we de bezochte vuurtoren ook nog staan. Uitzichtpunt Alska was fantastisch.”

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Self-Guided Full Day Round-trip From Bergen - The bus from Voss to Gudvangen
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Self-Guided Full Day Round-trip From Bergen

3.Self-Guided Full Day Round-trip From Bergen

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 76 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $410

From Bergen, travel by train to Voss, bus to Gudvangen, boat through Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjord to Flåm, then ride the Flåm Railway and return by train. You manage the day yourself with tickets and directions supplied by Easy Travel. Expect about 10 hours, changing transport several times.

“My wife and I signed up for this tour with another couple for the same day and start time but their tickets went clockwise on the train, cruise and bus whereas our party went counterclockwise so even though there was no problem getting the tickets and using them we were not together during the tour. Also they got back about 2 hr later than us. Other than that I would recommend this tour.”

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Oslo To Bergen Self-Guided Full Day Trip with Flåm Railway And Fjord Cruise - Flåm and the two-hour fjord cruise
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Oslo To Bergen Self-Guided Full Day Trip with Flåm Railway And Fjord Cruise

4.Oslo To Bergen Self-Guided Full Day Trip with Flåm Railway And Fjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 69 reviews · from $454

Travel independently from Oslo to Bergen by Bergen Railway, Flåm Railway, fjord boat, bus, and train. You’ll change at Myrdal, descend to Flåm, cruise the Aurlandsfjord and narrow Nærøyfjord to Gudvangen, then continue through Voss. No guide accompanies you, so careful timing and light luggage matter.

“Generally it was an OK trip, the scenery was very good. However, it’s quite tiring to be lugging luggages around from train to train. Especially the train to Flåm, it was very packed and everyone was fighting their way up the train. There wasn’t enough space for luggage storage anymore and I had to hold on to it. The tickets were a little confusing (we thought the cruise ride was a round-trip ticket), my friend and I needed to stay over at Stalheim for the night as we left our luggages at Flåm. We needed to give up our train tickets from Voss to Bergen in the end. Nevertheless, it…”

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Stockholm: Old Town Self-Guided Tour Learn and solve Puzzles - Starting in the Royal Palace courtyard
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Stockholm: Old Town Self-Guided Tour Learn and solve Puzzles

5.Old Town Self-Guided Tour Learn and solve Puzzles

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 64 reviews · 90 days · from $11

Start in the Royal Palace courtyard and follow Curiosa through Stockholm’s Old Town, the Grand Square, and Saint George and the Dragon. Read or listen? This is a reading-based phone experience with stories, clues, and puzzles in English, Swedish, German, or French. Plan about 1.5 to 2 hours, and use the tour anytime within 90 days.

“I really liked that you could go at your own pace. The little puzzles were great too! Maybe a couple more of different hints and clues would also be good 😊 the clock tower one in particular at the German Church.”

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From Copenhagen: Malmö Self-Guided Tour w/ Transport Tickets - Getting to Carsten Niebuhrs Gade 30
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From Copenhagen: Malmö Self-Guided Tour w/ Transport Tickets

6.Malmö Self-Guided Tour w/ Transport Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 55 reviews · from $70

Spend one flexible day visiting Malmö from Copenhagen. Ride across the Øresund Bridge, collect a map and attraction leaflet at Malmö Central Station, then choose a 24-hour bus pass or rental bike. Explore Lilla Torg, Malmöhus Castle, Kungsparken, Ribersborg, and Turning Torso at your own pace before returning by train.

“Fascinating, zI was lucky with the weather but overall very good.”

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Stockholm: Self Guided Kayak Adventure - Getting comfortable in the kayak
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Stockholm: Self Guided Kayak Adventure

7.Self Guided Kayak Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 55 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $45

Start near Stockholm Central Station and paddle from Klara sjö on a self-guided city adventure. You get a short kayak lesson, map, Prijon kayak, paddle, life vest, and spray deck. Plan for 2 to 4 hours on the water, with time to enjoy Stockholm’s islands, bridges, and waterfront views at your own pace.

“It was nice to get on the water. It was calm, but in the city. So nice.”

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Self-Guided 22-Hour Round Trip From Oslo To Sognefjord With Flåm Railway - The Flåm Railway and the Flåmsdalen Valley
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Self-Guided 22-Hour Round Trip From Oslo To Sognefjord With Flåm Railway

8.Self-Guided 22-Hour Round Trip From Oslo To Sognefjord With Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 54 reviews · from $537

Travel independently from Oslo to Myrdal, Flåm, Gudvangen, Voss, Bergen, and back by train, boat, bus, and optional sleeper train. You’ll ride the scenic Flåm Railway, cruise the UNESCO-protected Aurlandsfjord and Nærøyfjord, and cross Norway’s countryside with tickets and connections arranged for you. The pace is brisk, but the scenery is superb.

“Easy to navigate but left no/little time to look around the smaller vilages on the stops. Otherwise very enjoyable. Despite being an raining, overcast day the scenery was still stunning”

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5-Day Kayak & Wildcamp the Archipelago of Sweden - Self-guided - Day one: finding your way into the maze
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5-Day Kayak & Wildcamp the Archipelago of Sweden – Self-guided

9.5-Day Kayak & Wildcamp the Archipelago of Sweden – Self-guided

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · from $938Top rated

Spend five self-guided days kayaking through St. Anna and Gryt, camping on wild islands and stopping at Harstena, Missjö, Håskö, and Fångö. Do the North provides kayaks, tents, cooking gear, navigation notes, food at cost, a safety briefing, phone support, and transport from Norrköping. You set the pace, route, and camping spots.

“We were repeat customers, who were a little anxious that our second trip would not live up to the expectations set from the first. We should not have worried, this trip was just as amazing as the first. Maybe more amazing as we had a little faRead more”

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Bergen: Self-Guided Day Trip to Oslo - The bus route and Stalheimskleiva
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Bergen: Self-Guided Day Trip to Oslo

10.Self-Guided Day Trip to Oslo

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 46 reviews · 16 hours · from $628

Set out from Bergen on a self-guided 16-hour journey by train, bus, boat, and railway. You will cross the Bergen Railway, cruise Aurlandsfjord and narrow Nærøyfjord, ride the steep Flåm Railway, and continue by train to Oslo. No guide joins you, and food, drinks, and the return trip to Bergen are not included.

“This package included a fantastic itinerary of Norway fjords and trains. The scenery is stunning. The weather on our trip day, however, was rainy and cloudy, so just consider that you might not see the sights in the same way as in the advertised photos! No fault of the company.”

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Stockholm: Self Guided GPS Bike Tour - Four ways to see Stockholm on two wheels
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Stockholm: Self Guided GPS Bike Tour

11.Self Guided GPS Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 38 reviews · from $40

Pick one of four 15 to 20 km Stockholm bike routes at Urban Basecamp on Södermalm. Your hybrid bike, helmet, lock, backpack, and phone holder are ready for a contactless ride. Use your own charged smartphone with Google Maps to follow city sights, artsy Södermalm, parks, or nearby nature reserves.

“Loved being able to see parts of Stockholm City that most tourists don’t see. We did the lakes and forests routes which was extremely pleasant and relaxing. There are a few up hill moments on this track so be prepared. Also remember to take a photo of the QR code for the route as google maps can be temperamental.”

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The Ancient Viking Stronghold of Aros: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Aarhus - Starting at DOKK1 and the waterfront
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The Ancient Viking Stronghold of Aros: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Aarhus

12.The Ancient Viking Stronghold of Aros: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Aarhus

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 36 reviews · 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $11

Follow an English VoiceMap audio tour through Aarhus, from waterfront DOKK1 and the Viking Museum to Aarhus Cathedral, the Latin Quarter, Millers Street, ARoS, and Den Gamle By. The one-hour route uses GPS, offline maps, and spoken directions, giving you freedom to pause and explore, though museum admission and your phone are not included.

“We enjoyed the small bits of history with the walk. Unfortunately, we were to early to go into any museums and had to leave before the end of the tour. For the price, would do it again.”

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Copenhagen Little Mermaid Exploration Game and Self-Guided Tour - Starting at Kongens Nytorv
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Copenhagen Little Mermaid Exploration Game and Self-Guided Tour

13.Copenhagen Little Mermaid Exploration Game and Self-Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 36 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $6Best value

Follow an English-language Little Mermaid quest from Kongens Nytorv to Langelinie, stopping at the Royal Danish Theatre, Hans Christian Andersen’s house, Stork Fountain, Amalienborg, and more. You use your own smartphone, solve clues, hear audio stories, and move at your own pace without a physical guide.

“Havde bestilt i god tid, dog modtog jeg aldrig den korrekte kode. Da vi tog fat i support, var der ingen hjælp, der blev skrevet retur på et sprog jeg ikke forstod. Det oplyste tlf. Nr var ikke det korrekte. Øv.”

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Molde and Atlantic Ocean Road Audio Tour - The eight-bridge crossing and exposed Hustadvika
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Molde and Atlantic Ocean Road Audio Tour

14.Molde and Atlantic Ocean Road Audio Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 35 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $83

Travel from Molde through fjord country to the 8-kilometer Atlantic Ocean Road. You’ll see Molde’s landmarks, stop at Eldhusøya, visit Varden viewpoint, and hear about marble mining, clipfish, Håholmen, and local history through the GuideToGo app. Bring your own headphones and download the audio before departure.

“The viator tour did not start at the cruise terminal and required a taxi ride to another terminal. Viator did not provide any transportation.”

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Walk Malmö with an audio guide - Folkets Park and Möllevångstorget
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Walk Malmö with an audio guide

15.Walk Malmö with an audio guide

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 31 reviews · from $10

Download this self-guided Malmö audio walk to your phone and explore from Malmö Centralstation to Turning Torso in about 2 to 3 hours. You’ll hear stories at St. Peter’s Church, Stortorget, Folkets Park, Möllevångstorget, Kungsparken, Malmöhus Castle, and other city stops. Bring headphones and download the tour over hotel Wi-Fi before setting out.

“Just the right length of walk and information at each point. Of our phones do not have earphones sockets. Also this is not a circular route and some time was spent getting back to the start.”

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