Plan the Ultimate Sustainable Adventure in The Nordics
There is no shortage of natural wonders, stunning landscapes, and awesome sustainable adventures waiting to be had across The Nordics. Here you can sail into the heart of Norwegian fjords, bike the twisted forests on the dune-filled Danish coast, kayak along the thousand beautiful lakes of Finland, freely roam through Sweden’s lush valleys, take a dip into Icelandic hot springs, navigate epic icebergs and glaciers in Greenland, and climb the steep dramatic mountains of the Faroe Islands. Discover these and more sustainable adventures inspired by the Nordic lifestyle.
All seven Nordic countries have all come together with one common goal: to highlight and encourage sustainable tourism to the region so that travelers can experience these countries the way they were made to be experienced – with care and preservation and with meaning and purpose. This includes encouraging longer multi-country itineraries, taking the road less traveled, visiting throughout the calendar year, and supporting local communities and green businesses along the way.
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Getting to Know The Nordics
The Nordics is a sustainable tourism cooperative of the countries of Denmark, Faroe Islands, Finland, Greenland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden co-funded by the European Union. Many itineraries into The Nordics cover multiple countries in one trip. With short travel distances, clear road signage and state-of-the-art public transport it is easy to combine multiple countries. Below are some examples of how to travel in and in-between the countries. Some routes have been sold for years, so The Nordics encourage you to explore new routes to discover the lesser travelled paths and uncover hidden gems.
Denmark
The land of everyday wonder. This great little kingdom is the home to hygge, bikes, mouthwatering gastro experiences, historic castles, savage Vikings, and the world’s most sustainable city.
Faroe Islands
Home to vast, untamed and spectacular landscapes, the Faroe Islands are packed with exciting adventures of every variety – be it hiking, cycling, diving, shopping, or sailing combined with a unique island culture and cuisine.
Finland
‘The Happiest Country in the World’ with four beautiful seasons and four distinct regions. Here you’ll discover unique experiences closely tied to nature and wellbeing like sauna, thousands of clean lakes, and wild nature.
Greenland
The world’s largest island and an exciting Arctic destination where adventure-minded travelers can explore outdoor and nature activities, cultural experiences, coastal sailings, and more.
Iceland
With its abundance of mountains, volcanoes, glaciers, rivers, lakes, caves and otherwise rough terrain waiting to be tackled, Iceland is truly an outdoor enthusiast's paradise.
Norway
Most famous for its mountainous landscape and record-breaking fjords, Norway is also endowed with delicious food, bustling culture, scenic road and train journeys, and unforgettable urban adventures.
Sweden
A year-round destination with so much to explore. Cycle, walk or kayak through stunning forests, wander verdant national parks and scenic coastlines, or travel north in search of the Northern Lights.
Selling the Nordics, the Sustainable Way
We are proud to work with a number of experienced and dedicated tour operators and travel providers who can help you plan the ultimate sustainable adventure featuring multiple Nordic countries. Turn to these operators for packaged itineraries and tailor-made offerings that will ensure a truly authentic and unforgettable Nordic travel experience.
The Nordics in Action
Since seeing is believing, click the thumbnails below to discover the myriad adventures that await in each of the seven Nordic countries. Use this as inspiration for planning your next journey of a lifetime.
Sweden
Norway
Iceland
Greenland
Finland
Faroe Islands
Denmark
Getting around in The Nordics
Many itineraries into The Nordics cover multiple countries in one trip. With short travel distances, clear road signage and state-of-the-art public transport it is easy to combine multiple countries. Below are some examples of how to travel in and in-between the countries. Some routes have been sold for years, so The Nordics encourage you to explore new routes to discover the lesser travelled paths and uncover hidden gems.
Traveling between the countries:
It is easy to combine The Nordic countries in one itinerary. The type of transport you need depends on your route. Below are links to local transport providers throughout the region to help you plan your itinerary. Each travel provider has an overview of routes, ticket types and seasonality, making it easy to plan an itinerary.
Flying
The Nordics has several airlines that connect the countries:
Trains and buses
Many of the national trail lines collaborate across borders, so you can, for example, take the train from Copenhagen to Stockholm and buy one ticket. Greenland, The Faroe Islands, and Iceland do not have a passenger rail service but operate bus services and cars with drivers.
Denmark:
- VisitDenmark travel page
- DSB – Danish National Rail
- Regional rail: Arriva
- Travel planning tool
- Cross-country buses: Kombardo
Sweden:
Finland:
Norway:
- Entur – combines all railways in Norway
Ferries
There is a selection of ferry companies in The Nordics that sails between the countries. You can find routes, tickets, and travel times via their websites:
Car hire services
The Nordics have great signage and great roads, making it an ideal region for self-drive vacations. There are multiple car hire companies that operate in the region. Some cars can be picked up in one country and dropped off in another for a fee. Be sure to check each company website before planning this.