Slow Wow

In a world where travel is often reduced to bucket lists and rushed itineraries, slow travel offers an alternative — a way to experience destinations deeply, rather than just ticking them off a list.

This mindset has been growing in popularity for years, but post-pandemic, travelers are increasingly seeking journeys that restore, rather than exhaust.

At Fjord Travel Norway, we believe that the journey is just as important as the destination. That’s why Slow Wow takes slow travel to a whole new level — its where the magic happens between the stops.

Photo by Sverre Hjørnevik | Visit Flåm

A journey that shapes the experience

True slow travel isn’t just about where you go—it’s about how you get there. The mode of transport plays a crucial role in setting the pace and fully immersing you in the landscape.

That’s why our Slow Wow experiences are built around two of Norway’s most breathtaking and unhurried ways to travel: the Norwegian Coastal Express and scenic railways.

Sailing through time

For over 130 years, the Norwegian Coastal Express has been more than a voyage — it’s been Norway’s lifeline. Unlike commercial cruise ships designed for tourism, Hurtigruten and Havila are deeply woven into coastal life, connecting fjords and remote communities year-round.

Sailing through all seasons and weather, these ships carry passengers, mail, fresh produce, and essential goods, sustaining the towns along their historic route. More than just a scenic journey, they offer a glimpse into real Norwegian life — where locals commute, cargo moves, and the coastline unfolds at its own unhurried pace.

This is what Slow Wow is all about — embracing the journey itself as an experience, and explore the ways of the locals.

Photo by Bob Engelsen

Slow travel by rail

Beyond the sea, Norway’s legendary railways offer an equally breathtaking way to slow down and take in the landscape.

From snow-covered mountain plateaus to deep fjords and cascading waterfalls, these journeys are more than just transportation. Our Slow Wow adventures embrace these rail routes, where every mile traveled adds to the magic rather than just getting you from A to B.

Photo by Norwegian Travel

Dovre Railway

Spanning 485 km from Oslo to Trondheim, the Dovre Railway is a journey through Norwegian history and untamed nature. Built over 70 years, it showcases Norway in its purest form, winding through valleys before crossing the Dovrefjell mountain range, a landscape so breathtaking it feels straight out of a fairytale.

Rauma Railway

Winding 114 km from Dombås to Åndalsnes, the Rauma Railway is a front-row seat to Norway’s untamed landscapes, crossing the Jora Bridge, passing the towering Storkurva mountain, and cutting through the dramatic Romsdalen valley.

Movie buffs might even recognize the scenery along the ride. Both Mission: Impossible and Harry Potter fans will spot familiar backdrops.

Want to learn more about our railways?
Check out our traveler’s guide.

Photo by Geir A. Granviken | SJ Norge