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A Swedish - Norwegian expedition

Welcome to a train journey through two countries and along several historic railways. This is the perfect combination for travellers looking to discover the beautiful and varied natural landscape in the Nordic region. The journey starts in Mora and gradually takes you through the beautiful Norwegian landscape with the sea, lakes and mountains up to Bodø and Narvik. From northern Norway the journey turns south and back into Sweden, where you will see the magnificent Abisko National Park and be able to enjoy the midnight light in Gällivare if you travel in the beginning of summer.

Program in short

Day 1: Arrival Mora (the tour starts with an overnight stay, individual arrival during the day)
Day 2: Inlandsbanan Mora - Östersund
Day 3: Östersund and Jamtli museum
Day 4: Train Östersund - Trondheim
Day 5: Train Nordlandsbanan Trondheim - Bodö
Day 6: Bus Bodö - Narvik
Day 7: Train Narvik - Gällivare
Day 8: Inlandsbanan Gällivare - Arvidsjaur
Day 9: Inlandsbanan Arvidsjaur - Östersund
Day 10: Inlandsbanan Östersund - Mora

OUR TRAIN HOSTS ALONG INLANDSBANAN

You will be accompanied by our committed train hosts on your journey on the Inlandsbanan trains. They will help you find your way around, take your food and coffee orders and also deal with any practical requests as far as possible. The train hosts are knowledgeable and can tell you about places, sights and the scenery along the railway. They do not accompany you on other trains/buses in this trip, or to your accommodations or on excursions, but they are always available on board the Inlandsbanan trains.

Trip includes

  • 9 nights in mid-range hotels, shared double room with shower/WC incl. breakfast
  • Travel on Inlandsbanan, incl. seat reservations
  • Train Östersund–Trondheim
  • Travel on Nordlandsbanen Trondheim–Bodø
  • Bus Bodø–Narvik
  • Train Narvik–Gällivare
  • Entry to Jamtli in Östersund

Optional Extras

Cancellation insurance SEK 300/ person (valid against medical certificate)
+ Extra hotel nights pre or post tour -  contact us before you make your reservation. 
+ Connecting trains (may also be bought directly at www.sj.se)

Program

  • The tour starts with an overnight stay in Mora.
    Excursions and activities may vary during the season. Due to track work, trains may be replaced by bus in exceptional cases.

    We reserve the right to make changes.

  • Day 1: Arrival Mora

    Welcome to Mora, a highlight in Dalecarlia.You travel here on your own. The trip starts with an overnight stay at Mora hotel. Take the opportunity to take an evening stroll along beautiful lake Siljan.

    Arrival Mora
  • Day 2: Inlandsbanan | Mora -Östersund

    Because of its delightful location on the shore of Lake Siljan and its rich cultural heritage there is much to see and do in Mora. We suggest you to make time for a visit to Zorn museum, the Vasaloppet museum (Vasaloppet is the world’s oldest and biggest ski race) or a walk along beautiful Lake Siljan. In the afternoon the journey starts by train through the county of Härjedalen. Here you will get close to the wilderness, and wildlife of Sweden. In the evening we arrive at Östersund, the residential town of the county of Jämtland.

    Inlandsbanan | Mora -Östersund
  • Day 3: Summer city Östersund

    Look forward to a whole day of new experiences in Östersund. Stroll up to Jamtli History Land to meet people and see places from many different periods (entry included in package). The Storsjöhyttan glassworks is within walking distance down by the marina. On a clear day we recommend visiting Arctura, the highest restaurant in Östersund, with view for miles around over mountains, lakes and forests.

    Summer city Östersund
  • Day 4: Mittbanan and Meråkerbanen | Östersund-Trondheim

    Today’s journey will take you into Norway via well-known ski resorts such as Åre and Storlien. In Trondheim we recommend you to explore the fantastic Nidarosdomen, the Cathedral of Trondheim, and taking a stroll along Nidelven waterfront.

  • Day 5: Nordlandsbanen | Trondheim-Bodö

    In the morning you will start your travel along Nordlandsbanen, which runs from Trondheim in the south to Bodø in the north. On this beautiful train journey you will experience the magnificent natural landscape of northern Norway, with its lakes and mountains. The route has been said to be one of the most beautiful train trips in Europe. Before you arrive at your final destination Bodø, in the evening, you will have crossed the Arctic Circle for the first time on this trip.

    Nordlandsbanen | Trondheim-Bodö
  • Day 6: Bus | Bodö-Narvik

    Today you go by bus from Bodø to Narvik. The bus trip takes you across small mountain passes, through pretty villages, along fjords and through tunnels. A 25 minute ferry ride will take you across Tysfjorden – with views of mountain tops all around.

  • Day 7: Ofotbanen and Malmbanan | Narvik-Gällivare

    At mid day, the journey continues back into Sweden on Ofotbanen and Malmbanan. On the Norwegian side of the border the train travels along the mountains with a spectacular view across the fjords. After crossing the national border to Sweden, you reach Abisko National Park where you (if the weather allows) gets to see the beautiful Lapporten, before arriving in Gällivare late in the afternoon.

    Ofotbanen and Malmbanan | Narvik-Gällivare
  • Day 8: Inlandsbanan | Gällivare-Arvidsjaur

    Today you travel along Inlandsbanan to Arvidsjaur. You will cross the Arctic Circle once more. The natural landscape in Sweden is completely different from the one you encountered on your journey in Norway. You will get time to visit the Navvy museum in Moskosel.

    Inlandsbanan | Gällivare-Arvidsjaur
  • Day 9: Inlandsbanan | Arvidsjaur-Östersund

    If you didn’t get the time to visit Lappstaden the day before you have time before the train departs at lunchtime. At the first short stop in Sorsele you can visit the Inlandsbanan Museum. During the trip through inland Sweden our train hosts will tell you about the different places we pass on the journey, and we will make stops for meals.

    Inlandsbanan | Arvidsjaur-Östersund
  • Day 10: Inlandsbanan |Östersund-Mora

    After breakfast the train will depart towards Mora, the final destination of this journey.

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Hotel

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Mora Hotell & Spa

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Hotell Östersund

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Clarion Collection Hotel Grand Bodø

Clarion Collection Hotel Grand Bodø

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Clarion Hotel® Trondheim

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Quality Hotel Grand Royal Narvik

Quality Hotel Grand Royal Narvik

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Hotell Laponia

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Grand Hotel Lapland

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