Most tourists visit in summer, when the days are long, or even never-ending as the midnight sun appears in much of the northern parts of the country. Popular destinations such as boating towns in the South, the big fjords on the West Coast, and the Lofoten islands in the North see their fair share of tourists, especially in June, July and August, but crowds are never much of a problem. In the winter months, travelers can enjoy winter-sports in the mountains across most of the country. Norway's reputation as a pricey destination stems from high prices on dining and other tourist necessities. However, with some planning it is quite possible to experience this country on a budget. Public transportation is both well developed and affordable, accommodations are usually reasonable (inexepensive "hytter" or rooms to let are often available), and most scenic destinations are free. Almost all Norwegians speak English, and most are happy to talk to or help tourists.

The principal cities are Oslo, the Capital of Norway; Bergen, the historic port city on the West Coast, and Trondheim, the Viking Age Capital and home to Northern Europe's only medieval Gothic Cathedral. Tromso, the "Gateway to the Arctic" is a lively city, centrally located among Northern Norway's spectacular scenery; Stavanger, "The Oil Capitol" of Norway is a scenic town in the far Southern part of the country.

Hidden Trails offers a variety of Wilderness Horseback Riding Tours out of Trondheim:     Riding Tours in Norway