A vibrant coastal quay with enough shops and entertainment to feel like its own village. Modern and lively, this waterfront town offers restaurants, heritage charm, bars and cinemas, plus easy access to the South of England. From here, visit Stonehenge, Windsor, the Bombay Sapphire distillery, or London for British culture-then enjoy tea, traditions, cockney accents and England's green and pleasant lands.

Trondheim blends Viking history, academic city life and rich nature. Explore Bakklandet, Nidaros Cathedral, Gamle Bybro and the colorful huts along the Nidelva. Enjoy fjords, forests and wildlife by gentle sailing, fishing or RIB adventures. Ride the northernmost tram, see ski jumps, then end with a private organ concert and aquavit tasting.

Visit a pretty little town where even the ducks have homes built for them. Stroll through coastal street life taking in the bustling marina and a medieval church. Fly high to admire bobbing fishing boats and lighthouses in the shadow of rugged islands. Surprise at the bespoke duck houses and, when you sink into bed, be grateful for your own feathered nest.

Leknes offers dramatic landscapes and Viking heritage: turbulent seas, soaring mountains, deep fjords, long beaches, and rich seabird life. Hike, helicopter, or horse-ride; join RIB safaris, surf the world's northernmost waves, scuba dive among coral reefs, or explore fishing villages with colorful huts. End with smorgasbord and Norwegian lager or wild berry wine.

Tromsø blends city life and Arctic wilderness under the midnight sun. Visit the Arctic Cathedral, Mount Fløya, and an alpine spa; sled with huskies, ride e-bikes, and spot humpback whales and seals. End with local food, microbrew beer, and Sami culture, including joik.

Touch the edge of the world in the brisk polar climate of this Northern Cape. Wrap up warm for extreme excursions; overland on quad bikes, over water on marine bird safari adventures, or take to the skies and fly over never-ending roads to the North Cape. Revive your soul with delicious king crab and heart-warming drinks in ice-clad bars before settling down to share moments of mystery in this hidden corner of the world.

Harstad sits between Tromsø and the Lofoten, where icy fjords and rugged islands meet history and adventure. Near Trondenes Church, boathouses and burial mounds echo Viking tales. Kayak under the midnight sun, fish on a remote beach, or explore the archipelago by RIB boat. Hike Mount Keipen for sweeping views of Vågsfjord and Grytøya's peaks.

Spread across several islands, this is one of Norway's most beautiful cities, with fjords, mountains and spectacular nature. Paddle through the city centre by kayak or paddleboard, or stroll past Art Nouveau architecture, antiques, an open-air museum and Viking attractions. Visit nearby islands for Bronze Age Giske artefacts or surf in world-renowned Godøya. Hike, fish, birdwatch or take a RIB tour, then finish with fresh crab, crayfish or local fish soup.

Stord Island in western Norway sits at the edge of the North Sea. In Leirvik, enjoy bakeries, boathouse restaurants, and the Storddøra Monument. Learn about rural life at Sunnhordland Museum. Heathered hills hold wooden cabins and cottages. Hike Stordfjellet for views of fjords, shipyards, and the Fitjar islands; it's popular with birdwatchers, fishermen, and kayakers.

A vibrant coastal quay with enough shops and entertainment to feel like its own village. Modern and lively, this waterfront town offers restaurants, heritage charm, bars and cinemas, plus easy access to the South of England. From here, visit Stonehenge, Windsor, the Bombay Sapphire distillery, or London for British culture-then enjoy tea, traditions, cockney accents and England's green and pleasant lands.