In 2025, we no longer plan our vacations months in advance – we follow our instincts. One moment you’re sipping your morning coffee by the sea, the next you’re surrounded by waterfalls and mountain peaks. With short distances and grand experiences, Norway’s hidden gems are just around the corner.

Travel trends show a clear shift: more and more people are choosing flexible journeys, authentic places, and nature-based adventures that don’t require long flights or rigid itineraries.

🌿 Detour 1: Åndalsnes → Geiranger / Valldal → Norangsdalen → Sæbø → Gloppen

Duration: 4 days

Start your journey in the majestic Romsdalen valley, staying at the historic Grand Hotel Åndalsnes. From there, continue to Valldal Fjordhotell or Hotel Utsikten Geiranger, offering stunning views of one of the world’s most beautiful fjords.
Next, follow the narrow and dramatic Norangsdalen valley to Sagafjord Hotel in Sæbø, before ending your adventure at the charming Gloppen Hotell in Nordfjord.
This route offers it all: mountains, fjords, local food, and history – a true taste of Norway’s soul.


🌿 Detour 2: Molde → Atlantic Road → Håholmen / Hustadvika → Finnøy / Ona → Valldal

Duration: 4 days

Begin in Molde, the City of Roses, with a stay at the elegant Molde Fjordhotell. The next day, drive the iconic Atlantic Ocean Road, one of the world’s most scenic drives, to Håholmen or Hustadvika Havhotell – where ocean meets serenity.
From there, follow the coast through Bud and Aukra to Finnøy Bryggehotell or the idyllic Ona Havstuer on the remote fishing island of Ona. End your trip by crossing the Nordøyvegen bridge to the lush valley of Valldal.


🌿 Detour 3: Angvik → Håholmen → Finnøy / Ona → Gloppen

Duration: 4 days

Begin with a journey into Norway’s heritage at Angvik Gamle Handelssted, a historic gem nestled by the fjord. On day two, head to Håholmen – a historic fishing village once built on clipfish trade, where timber piers, sea spray and rugged charm meet modern comfort..
Continue toward Finnøy Bryggehotell or Ona for a taste of island life, then conclude your trip with culture and mountain serenity at Gloppen Hotell in Nordfjord.

 


🌟 Why Choose One of These Scenic Detours?

  • Because the shortest way is rarely the most memorable

  • Because Northwest Norway is the country’s most varied and spectacular travel region

  • Because every hotel in Classic Norway Hotels has its own story, its own soul, and genuine local hosts