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Top Norway Trips & Tours in May 2026

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Discover Norway in May 2026 on one of these 27 tours hand-selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore the best of during May 2026 as you enjoy Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Hiking, and Village Visits. Prices for trips in May 2026 range from $2,327 to $119,460 for a vacation of 6 to 17 days. Choose any of the below 27 itineraries in May 2026 and customize it when you contact one of Adventure Life's expert Norway trip planners.
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A misty morning in the Norwegian fjords
from $4,286
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The Coastal Express

Bergen Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Nordlys
  • Visit Alesund
  • Enjoy Trondheim views
  • Explore the Lofoten Islands
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
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Bergen / Bergen
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Embark on a 12-day coastal journey from Bergen, exploring Norway's iconic fjords, picturesque towns, and cultural landmarks aboard MS Nordlys. Witness breathtaking landscapes and participate in traditional Arctic Circle ceremonies.
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View the colorful houses of Bergen
from $3,284
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The Coastal Express – North

Bergen - Kirkenes - 7 Day Itinerary aboard MS Nordlys
  • Cruise through Geirangerfjord
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Explore small fishing villages
  • Meet a local Sami family
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Bergen / Kirkenes
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Local Market Visits
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Sail the coast of Norway and navigate stunning fjords, visit local villages, and cross the Arctic Circle on this 7-day expedition cruise aboard the MS Nordlys. Begin your adventure in Bergen and sail north until you reach the northernmost tip of the European continent around the North Cape and Kirkenes.
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The stunning fjords of Norway
from $2,327
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The Coastal Express – South

Kirkenes - Bergen - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MS Nordlys
  • Visit Hammerfest
  • Pass through the Lofoten Islands
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Tour Nidaros Cathedral
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Kirkenes / Bergen
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The 6-day Voyage South (Kirkenes – Bergen) aboard the MS Nordlys is great for those in search of incredible scenery, as it includes a daylight sailing through the idyllic, mountainous Vesterålen and Lofoten Islands, and past the Seven Sisters mountains & Torghatten. You'll also take a step back in time at the ancient Hammerfest & Nidaros Cathedral.
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A polar bear and her playful cub.
from $15,508
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Svalbard: In Search of Iconic Arctic Wildlife

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • View polar bears on the pack ice
  • Observe walruses and other wildlife
  • Hike, walk, Zodiac cruise & kayak
  • Enjoy superlative photos ops
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Oslo / Oslo
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Plunge deep into the Arctic on this 10-day expedition cruise aboard the luxurious National Geographic Resolution to experience wildlife like polar bears, walrus, reindeer, and more. This active tour offers chances to hike, kayak, and take Zodiac tours among pristine nature, perfect for photography and wildlife buffs alike.
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Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
from $19,840
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Svalbard Spring Photo Tour

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord
  • Visit Poolepynten walrus colony
  • Cruise near Svitjodbreen glacier
  • Search ice edge wildlife
  • Explore Hornsund bird cliffs
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
Join a 10-day Svalbard cruise aboard MV Vikingfjord, sailing round-trip from Longyearbyen. Visit Poolepynten’s walrus colony, explore ice edges near Fuglefjorden, and land at sites like Copper Camp and Camp Bell. Discover Hornsund’s bird cliffs and historic huts before returning north through Isfjorden to Longyearbyen.
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Ski the Arctic.
from $3,950
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Alpine Peaks of Spitsbergen, Ski & Sail

Longyearbyen - Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Watch for polar bears and walrus
  • Visit Kongsfjorden and Isfjord
  • Ski the snowy Arctic terrain
  • Enjoy zodiac cruising and hiking
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Skiing
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Set sail on an 8-day Arctic expedition aboard the sailing vessel Rembrandt van Rijn. Explore Western Spitsbergen and have multiple opportunities to ski in the alpine terrain of the Arctic.
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A towering iceberg
from $4,000
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North Spitsbergen - Arctic Spring , Hike & Sail

Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Discover Longyearbyen’s history
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Hike Alkhorne
  • Explore historic Ny Ålesund
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Embark on an 8-day adventure aboard Rembrandt van Rijn through Svalbard’s Arctic wilderness. Visit remote settlements, observe wildlife, and explore the region’s history and culture.
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from $6,990
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Svalbard Adventure

9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest
  • Tour and explore by Zodiac craft
  • See countless spectacular fjords
  • View large numbers of seabirds
  • Search for polar bears and seals
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Start your adventure by exploring the High Arctic capital of Longyearbyen before cruising Svalbard for seven days. Depending on weather and ice conditions, potential landing sites include Prins Karls Forland, Danskøya, Hornsund, and numerous fantastic fjords. View charismatic Arctic wildlife and large numbers of nesting seabirds.
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Walruses lounging on ice in Svalbard
from $6,490
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Springtime in Svalbard

9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest
  • Enjoy Alkhornet's birdlife
  • Search for Arctic wildlife
  • Visit Prins Karls Forland
  • Discover historic Danskøya
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Visit Svalbard on this 9-day Arctic cruise on the M/S Quest, when the midnight sun reigns supreme. During the month of May, Svalbard is characterized by a wonderful purity and offers breathtaking vistas. The fairy-tale winter landscape is dominated by sparkling ice formations, snow covered mountains, fjord ice, and pastel-colored skies.
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A mother polar bear and her young relax on the Arctic landscape
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Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway

Roundtrip Helsinki - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Discover Helsinki’s architecture
  • Cruise Arctic fjords
  • Marvel at Alkefjellet cliffs
  • Explore the 14th of July Glacier
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Helsinki / Longyearbyen
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Embark on an 11-day Arctic adventure starting in Helsinki and journeying to the remote wilderness of Spitsbergen aboard Ultramarine. Marvel at breathtaking glaciers, search for polar bears, and witness vibrant tundras. This journey includes visits to iconic sites like Alkefjellet, Hinlopen Strait, and the 14th of July Glacier.
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Scattered houses of Tromso
from $7,499
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Captivating North Cape

Tromso - Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Skarsvag North Cape stop
  • Explore Hammerfest's polar heritage
  • Captain’s Choice Arctic navigation
  • Explore Svalbard glaciers
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Tromso / Oslo
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Variable
Embark on a 9-day cruise beginning in Tromso and sail north aboard World Navigator through the Arctic waters of Norway. Visit Skarsvag, Hammerfest, Bear Island, and Svalbard. Experience dramatic fjords, glaciers, and rare wildlife, including puffins and polar bears.
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Walruses huddling together in Svalbard.
from $7,799
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Wilds of the High Arctic

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Discover Longyearbyen
  • Explore Nybyen
  • Visit Svalbard Museum
  • Spot elusive wildlife
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Oslo / Oslo
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Variable
Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard the World Navigator from Longyearbyen. Explore Svalbard's High Arctic, teeming with wildlife like polar bears, reindeer, and whales. Navigate stunning glaciers, spot walruses, and experience endless daylight under the Midnight Sun.
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Broch of Mousa, Scotland
from $28,420
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Scottish Isles, Arctic Circles & Svalbard

Glasgow - Longyearbyen - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares
  • Explore Iona landscapes
  • Discover Staffa and sea caves
  • Visit Callanish Stones site
  • Admire Alesund's coastal views
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Glasgow / Longyearbyen
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Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking
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Variable
Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard the Aqua Lares through Scotland, Norway, and Svalbard, visiting historic sites and wildlife-rich areas. Experience the beauty of remote landscapes and Arctic wildlife while enjoying expert-guided excursions and small-ship comfort.
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An Arctic fox gazes across the landscape
from $5,495
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Svalbard: North to the Midnight Sun

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Explore Northeast Svalbard
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Visit Ny-Ålesund station
  • Explore Longyearbyen
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Whale Watching, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science
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Variable
Sail through this 8-day breathtaking Arctic landscapes of Svalbard, from Longyearbyen to the icy edge of the North Pole aboard Ocean Albatros. Encounter glaciers, walruses, seabirds, and polar bears while uncovering the region’s rich exploration history.
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Landscape with red fisherman houses on Lofoten islands, Norway
from $10,720
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Sublime Svalbard—From Hamburg via Norway’s Springtime Fjords

Hamburg - Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Explore Hamburg’s UNESCO warehouses
  • Stroll Esbjerg’s compact center
  • Hike rugged Lofoten terrain
  • Explore Spitsbergen’s fjords
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Hamburg / Longyearbyen
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Set off on a 14-day Arctic expedition cruise from Hamburg to Svalbard, featuring cultural stops in Denmark and Norway. Explore stunning fjords, the Arctic Circle, and Spitsbergen, where you might spot polar bears before disembarking in Longyearbyen.
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Colorful homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard
from $5,495
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Svalbard - Last Stop before the North Pole

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Discover Northwest Spitzbergen
  • Experience Northeast Svalbard
  • Journey to North Svalbard
  • Explore Longyearbyen
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Ocean Albatros. Experience the breathtaking beauty of Svalbard on this Arctic adventure cruise, encountering whales, walruses, polar bears, and countless sea birds.
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Mysterious Spitsbergen scenery
from $3,100
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Arctic Ocean - Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice Edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Explore Aberdeen’s Granite City
  • Discover Fair Isle seabirds
  • Witness Mt. Beerenberg
  • Search for Spitsbergen’s wildlife
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Aberdeen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Set sail on a 10-day cruise from Aberdeen to Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius, spotting orcas and exploring Fair Isle's seabird colonies and grey seals. Continue to Jan Mayen and search for polar bears and whales near the sea ice.
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An early morning view of Alesund, Norway
from $18,270
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Scottish Isles & Norwegian Arctic

Glasgow - Tromso - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares
  • Visit Staffa's basalt columns
  • Discover St Kilda seabird colonies
  • Walk the Callanish Stones moor
  • Explore Mousa Broch Iron Age tower
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Glasgow / Tromso
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Variable
Embark on a 10-day cruise from Glasgow to Tromso aboard Aqua Lares, exploring Iona, St Kilda’s UNESCO site, and the Shetland Islands. Experience wildlife, cultural landmarks, and stunning coastal scenery across Scotland and Norway.
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