Pickyourtrail Travel Blog

Imagine​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ starting a trip where green forests get more luminous with every mile, waterfalls go down the silver cliffs, and lakes that are still like mirrors look too good to be real. This is the magic of the Oslo to Bergen train, a journey that is less about moving and more about walking into the […]

The Flåm Railway (Flåmsbana) is one of the world’s steepest standard-gauge railways, connecting sea-level Flåm village to Myrdal station at 863 meters elevation. This 20-kilometre scenic train ride through Norway’s dramatic fjord landscape features 20 tunnels, an 18% gradient, and breathtaking views of Kjosfossen waterfall. Whether planning a Norway in a Nutshell day trip or […]

Planning a Norway trip from India? Here’s what it actually costs. A 7-day Norway trip ranges from ₹2,00,000 (backpacker) to ₹5,00,000+ (premium). This includes flights from major Indian cities, Norway visa fees, accommodation, and activities like fjord cruises and Northern Lights tours. Whether you’re planning a budget backpacking adventure or a luxury honeymoon, understanding Norway […]

Locating Halal food in Norway is not about a neon sign on the horizon, but rather a gradual grind of discovery, word-of-mouth tips, closeted community, and the miraculous use of Google Maps at the right time, here and there. When you are heading north, Oslo, Bergen or Tromso, this is your actual field handbook on […]

Luxury train journey in Finland combines Arctic adventure with comfortable rail journeys through pristine landscapes. From overnight sleeper trains to Lapland to scenic daytime routes, Finland’s railway network offers unique ways to experience Northern Lights, midnight sun, and wilderness beauty. This guide covers the Santa Claus Express Helsinki to Rovaniemi route, premium train packages, costs, […]

Planning your India to Norway flight in 2026? This comprehensive guide covers everything from Delhi to Oslo flight costs to the cheapest months to fly to Norway. Whether you’re chasing the Northern Lights or exploring fjords, understanding flight pricing patterns can save you thousands of rupees. We’ll break down average costs, reveal the best time […]

Planning solo travel to Finland? This comprehensive guide covers everything from solo female travel safety in Finland to realistic daily costs and the best time to visit Finland for the Northern Lights. Finland ranks among Europe’s safest countries for solo travellers, offering efficient public transport, English-speaking locals, and unforgettable Arctic experiences. Whether you’re exploring Helsinki […]

The first time visitors and planning-conscious tourists ask the same question: What’s actually worth visiting, and how do I do it efficiently?  This guide is your solution – it is organised by neighbourhoods, edited to be easy to understand and designed to remove confusion. In this case, you will get to know about Oslo museums, […]

Some places speak history, and Bryggman Wharf Bergen is one of these where you can hear it as soon as you lay your eyes on those famous, leaning wooden houses lining the harbour. Not only Instagrammable, but the final chapters of a world where trade and risk and the relentless weather of the North Atlantic […]

Did​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ you ever dream about a location where every view would be a real-life postcard? This is exactly the wonder of the Lofoten Islands. This island boasts sharp mountains, pristine beaches, dazzling Arctic skies, and charming fishing villages, offering some of the most breathtaking scenery for your memorable moments. In this Lofoten Islands Photography Guide […]

In some areas landscape is made to wonder, and in Hiking Pulpit Rock, which is locally referred to as Preikestolen, a 604-meter high cliff, which towers above Lysefjord, the landscape is made to wonder. The plateau is wide, unpolished, blown about by the wind – an arena on which the wildness of Norway presents itself […]

Norwegian dog sledging is not the brochure ideal most first-time tourists have built in their minds: it is much better and much more real. Norway, with its huge arctic terrain, its winter roads that can be trusted, and some of the most responsible mushers globally, has one of the clearest experiences of the arctic adventure […]