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Mar Quiñones

Hi!

I'm Mar, a Mexican who loves to travel, explore the world, and see its incredible diversity.
I deeply fell in love with Norway, one of the most beautiful countries in the world, whether in summer or winter, this is a land with beautiful outdoors, charming fishing villages, incredible landscapes, vibrant cities, and great culture.


I'm here to share my passion for Norway with you and create unforgettable and unique travel experiences.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"I plan and organize tailor-made trips throughout the whole country."

How did you get involved in travel?

"I studied tourism planning and after my first trip overseas to study abroad in Spain, I haven't stopped traveling and exploring the world, I considered myself lucky that I’m able to combine my passion for tourism with my work as a travel specialist.
For me traveling is about creating memories and getting to know new cultures."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"My trip to Morocco back in 2010 was a life-changing experience, for the very first time I had the opportunity to stay and get involved with locals, and that's when I discovered that despite the breathtaking beauty of the landscapes, I was totally fascinated by the culture and the warmth and generosity of its people. "

Mar is part of the following groups: Norway Travel Agents, Norway Family Travel Agents
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Favorite experiences

Snorkeling with the Whales

This tour leaves in the morning by boat from the village of Andenes, which is the northernmost settlement of Norway's Andøya Island. It's also a winter migratory destination for orca, humpback, and fin whales who come to feast on the large schools of herring in the nearby Andfjord. This tour...

Explore Lofoten by Car

Explore the Lofoten Islands at your own pace with a road trip! One of the best ways to appreciate the stunning natural scenery of the islands is to follow the famous E10 road, which runs along the archipelago. You'll find numerous places to stop and admire the dramatic landscape along the...

Kayaking in the Sognefjord

The Sognefjord isn't nicknamed the "king of the fjords" for nothing. This is Norway's deepest and longest fjord, stretching 205 km (127 miles) from just north of Bergen, on the west coast, to Jotunheimen National Park. There are many arms to the Sognefjord, including the UNESCO World Heritage...

Recent trip reviews for Mar

Thank you for all the excursions and hotel st...
Norway | Sep 6 - Sep 16, 2024

Jeri
Jeri W.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024
Thank you for all the excursions and hotel stays you planned for us while we were there! Norway is a beautiful country. Clean air, clean water, exceptional people and scenery. Nothing quite like it.
We enjoyed the culinary/historical tour with Frida. She was knowledgeable and fun and the food was wonderful.
I was sorry to have missed the kayaking trip but Mark enjoyed it a lot. The trip to Flam was gorgeous. The Lofoten Islands were a real treat. We loved the speed boat trip to the fjords...
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Thank you for all the excursions and hotel stays you planned for us while we were there! Norway is a beautiful country. Clean air, clean water, exceptional people and scenery. Nothing quite like it.
We enjoyed the culinary/historical tour with Frida. She was knowledgeable and fun and the food was wonderful.
I was sorry to have missed the kayaking trip but Mark enjoyed it a lot. The trip to Flam was gorgeous. The Lofoten Islands were a real treat. We loved the speed boat trip to the fjords with the great guide and sea eagles galore.
We regretted the cancelation of a couple of trips due to the weather but because we had a rental car we made good use of exploring a lot of the towns and islands!

Activity Reviews
Food and Culture walk in Bergen
Food and Culture walk in Bergen
Bergen

This was a great way to see the city, hear the history & sample the food! Frida did a great job of showing us everything.

Quality of Experience
Food
Tasting the food of Norway!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Floating Sauna in Svolvær
Floating Sauna in Svolvær
Svolvær

It was a good experience but not one that worked out too well because of scheduling. Hurried to get there and weren't sure whether we could change clothes there or should change before we came. A little more info would have been nice. We aren't used to saunas and only lasted a few minutes.

Quality of Experience
It was too hot for us. I could have cooled off in the water but couldn't rely on the steps out of the water to be able to get back on shore.
Northern Lights Hunt with a Photographer
Northern Lights Hunt with a Photographer
Svolvær

Getting to the correct meeting place seemed hard and awkward only to find out that it was cancelled because of the weather. Because we weren 't able to contact anyone we had to rely on the kindness of a stranger (who also led expeditions) to call for us. It was just disappointing because we hadn't been notified earlier. Even though we understood that the weather would be a factor we were sorry to have missed the opportunity to see the lights.

Sea Eagle Safari RIB to Trollfjord
Sea Eagle Safari RIB to Trollfjord
Norway

Even though I was doubtful that the speedboat would be fun it turned out to be great! We were in for a great ride and the scenery and explanations from our guide were super. We loved the views and the sea eagle experience!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Kayaking Adventure in Reine
Kayaking Adventure in Reine
Reine

I'm unable to rate this since it was cancelled.

Local specialist: Mar Quiñones

Helpful suggestions and bookings of activities in central Norway
Norway | Sep 9 - Sep 15, 2024

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David R.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024
Kim Kim/Mar provided a helpful service in booking accomodations and providing suggestions for activities. However, the 35 page itinerary was unnecessarily complicated. The 7 page daily schedule should have been a one page one table summary of locations, hotels and events. The 24 page detailed itinerary was a bit repetitive - could have been refined to 12 pages of key information: e.g. travel routes; hotel booking; booked activity; other options. Many of the "other" options for... Read more

Kim Kim/Mar provided a helpful service in booking accomodations and providing suggestions for activities.

However, the 35 page itinerary was unnecessarily complicated. The 7 page daily schedule should have been a one page one table summary of locations, hotels and events. The 24 page detailed itinerary was a bit repetitive - could have been refined to 12 pages of key information: e.g. travel routes; hotel booking; booked activity; other options.

Many of the "other" options for activities were impractical given our timing; seems these were sometimes boilerplate lists from other itineraries. (For example, if we finished the Styggevatnet kayak/glacier walk at 17:30 and then had a 2.5 hour drive to Flam, how were we expected to fit in additional activities?) One small note - Skjolden Resort was ok but no food was available. Local pub only opens Friday-Sunday this time of year. Local hotel was not serving outsiders. No other restaurants in the area. Better to generally select bed and breakfast hotels.

If we were to do this again, we would have spent more time in the Jotunheimen Park area.

Hotel Reviews
Thon Hotel Bristol
Bergen

Great central location - though a bit noisy at night from crowds of kids on the streets.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Skjolden Resort
Skjolden

Great location but no restaurant available in the area, and thus no food available, except from local grocery store. Do not want to be buying coffee. milk etc for a one day stay.

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We have used and recommended Kim Kim to other...
Norway | Sep 5 - Sep 12, 2024

Michael
Michael C.
Dover, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 17, 2024
We have used and recommended Kim Kim to others many times. The attention to detail; the ability of the agents, such as Mar, to plan a trip, met our highest expectations. We gave Mar specifics such as, booking boutique hotels and setting us up with guides in the cities and booking specific activities such as a Zodiac boat ride on the Fjord waterways . Her choice of hotels was perfect. I think the most important advantage of Kim Kim is that you are given a local Norway agent who responded... Read more

We have used and recommended Kim Kim to others many times. The attention to detail; the ability of the agents, such as Mar, to plan a trip, met our highest expectations. We gave Mar specifics such as, booking boutique hotels and setting us up with guides in the cities and booking specific activities such as a Zodiac boat ride on the Fjord waterways . Her choice of hotels was perfect. I think the most important advantage of Kim Kim is that you are given a local Norway agent who responded quickly to any questions we had while on this trip.

Hotel Reviews
Fretheim Hotel
Flåm

Comfortable rooms and delicious breakfast

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Kviknes Hotel
Balestrand
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Christiania Teater
Oslo
Authenticity & Character
Location
Right in the center of Oslo, close to everything
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Hanseatic Hotel
Bergen

A bit dated, but gave real sense Bergen’s fishing and boating history. Location was perfect.

Authenticity & Character
Location
In the center of what’s happening in town.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Mar Quiñones

Very well put together and organized trip
Norway | Sep 5 - Sep 12, 2024

Gary
Gary S.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 13, 2024

Out trip was so well organized by Mar and supported thereafter by Fenne and the result was a seamless and totally enjoyable trip to Norway including all the sights that we wanted to see. The hotels were excellent and very well placed to the city centers. The excursions were all very enjoyable and without problems. Personally this was my first time using KimKim but I am already working on another trip for next year with a new KimKim agent who already has shown the same qualities.

Local specialist: Mar Quiñones

Best of Norway August 24-Sept 2nd
Norway | Aug 25 - Sep 2, 2024

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ANNIE C.
Canada | Reviewed on Sep 03, 2024

The Norway trip planned by Mar was absolutely brilliantly planned , well balanced between outdoors activities and cultural highlights of this country. The trip documents are well detailed and conceived. Kim Kim offers a 24/7 service in case of emergency. Mar suggestions were always on point . Having a local guide really provides peace of mind
Many thanks Mar !

Local specialist: Mar Quiñones
Mar
Mar Quiñones
Local specialist in Kristiansand | Replied on Sep 12, 2024

Dear Annie,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! Your kind words mean a lot to me.
I’m thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic trip and loved the mix of outdoor adventures and cultural highlights!
Thank you again for choosing us. We’d love to welcome you back and help plan your next adventure. It was truly a pleasure working with you! :)
P.S. Thanks for sharing your memories with us!
My warmest regards,
Mar

The weather is so unpredictable in Norway. Bu...
Norway | Aug 23 - Aug 30, 2024

Agata
Agata M.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 01, 2024
The weather is so unpredictable in Norway. But the sights and experiences are of very high quality so it isn’t that important to have just sunny days. The people are very lovely. Whether they are Norwegians or seasonal workers from other European countries. We had a lot of questions and people were very open to conversation. Our focus for this trip was to get to know the major cities Oslo and Bergen and see some fjords and nature on the way. The tours and experiences booked by our... Read more

The weather is so unpredictable in Norway. But the sights and experiences are of very high quality so it isn’t that important to have just sunny days.

The people are very lovely. Whether they are Norwegians or seasonal workers from other European countries. We had a lot of questions and people were very open to conversation.

Our focus for this trip was to get to know the major cities Oslo and Bergen and see some fjords and nature on the way.

The tours and experiences booked by our planner, Mar, were a great introduction to Norway.

Kim Kim is a great service because they deliver a great experience without the headache of figuring out logistics for those new to the country. It definitely made me more at ease and allowed me to just enjoy the vacation and focus on learning about the culture, language and people.

Local specialist: Mar Quiñones
Mar
Mar Quiñones
Local specialist in Kristiansand | Replied on Sep 12, 2024

Dear Agata,
Thank you for your review!
I’m thrilled to hear that our help with the experiences and logistics made your trip more enjoyable and stress-free, allowing you to relax and immerse yourself in the local culture :)
We’d love to welcome you back and help plan your next trip whenever you’re ready —it was truly a pleasure working with you!
Thanks once again for choosing us and letting us plan your Norwegian adventure!
My very best,
Mar

Wonderful Trip With Beautiful Scenery
Norway | Aug 10 - Aug 25, 2024

Sonya
Sonya B.
Gadsden, AL | Reviewed on Aug 31, 2024
Wonderful trip. Mar made sure that everything we wanted to be included in the trip was included. She was always very quick to respond to any questions we had. She recommended hotels that were very nice and convenient. Our local tour guides were very good. Joanna in Copenhagen was very informative and spent extra time with us taking us back to our hotel. Ian for our day trip to Kronborg and Frederiksborg was also very good. Our driver for the day went above and beyond having cold water for us... Read more

Wonderful trip. Mar made sure that everything we wanted to be included in the trip was included. She was always very quick to respond to any questions we had. She recommended hotels that were very nice and convenient. Our local tour guides were very good. Joanna in Copenhagen was very informative and spent extra time with us taking us back to our hotel. Ian for our day trip to Kronborg and Frederiksborg was also very good. Our driver for the day went above and beyond having cold water for us when we returned to the car. I am sorry I forgot his name. We enoyed our guide Marja in Stockholm and our guide for Sigtuna and Upsala, Karoline. Our driver for those two days Olga was really wonderful. I had forgotten my phone (camera) in the hotel and she let me use hers for the day and sent me the pictures. She was really a lifesaver. In Oslo, Bjorn our tour guide was nice as was the driver Morton. Our favorite part of the trip was our last part in Flam, Bergen and Alesund. In Flam our waterfall and culture tour was suppose to be a group tour but we were the only ones on the mini bus so we had a private tour with the driver/guide that was really friendly and informative. I am sorry again that I do not remember his name. Bergen was our favorite city. It was really beautiful and Mar had selected a hotel perfect for walking around and seeing the sights. Alesund was our last stop and it was a very pleasant surprise. I was not aware of it before Mar suggested it and it was beautiful. Our hotel room that Mar had selected was the best room of the trip. We had large windows with a sitting area that overlooked the water. Beautiful view from the bed and the sitting area. Our driver with the transfer service from the airport, Lene was unbelievably nice and went way beyond to help us. When I mentioned to her that we wanted to go to the Fjellstua Viewpoint but it had 418 steps so I wasn't sure my 82 year old husband could make it. She offered free of charge to take us before dropping us at the hotel. She also drove us around a few streets in the town and told us what was there. When she dropped us back at the airport she helped us with our luggage into the airport. I can't say enough good things about her. Overall a very enjoyable trip.

Hotel Reviews
Quality Hotel Waterfront
Ålesund

This hotel has a beautiful view of the water and very comfortable rooms.

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful view of the water from our room and from the breakfast area.
Location
Very walkable to things around town.
Staff
Very helpful. Gave ice when asked and gave items for an early breakfast when we had an early flight.
Cleanliness & Comfort
We had a beautiful view of the water from our room and there was also the same view from the breakfast area.
Clarion Hotel Admiral
Bergen

Had a great location, very close to the sights.

Authenticity & Character
Has a beautiful view across the water to the historic wharf.
Location
Very close to walk to everything.
Staff
All staff were very helpful with questions.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything was clean and comfortable.
Fretheim Hotel
Flåm

Nice views and very close to walk around the town.

Authenticity & Character
Our room had a very nice view. I would recommend staying in the American Wing of the hotel. We had a bacony with a nice view.
Location
Close to walk to train and around town.
Staff
Most were helpful but was unhappy that we had to wait until the last minute of check in at 4 to get our room.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Things were clean and confortable.
Clarion Hotel The Hub
Oslo

Nice hotel and pretty convenient to sights and very convenient to the train station.

Authenticity & Character
Very nice rooms.
Location
Most things not too far to walk.
Staff
Most were helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything was very clean.
Scandic Grand Central
Stockholm

Nice hotel and room.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Pretty close to walk for sightseeing and to the train.
Staff
Most were friendly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything was very clean.
Axel Guldsmeden
Copenhagen

This hotel is really nice with a outside garden area and also a glassed in area for breakfast or other meals. They were extremely accomodating to us. We had booked a room with two single beds and when we got there the elevator was broken and these rooms were only on the 5th floor. So they upgraded us free of charge to a family suite that had two bed rooms, 1 and a half baths and a sitting area. Very nice place to stay and very convenient for sightseeing and to take the train.

Authenticity & Character
The beautiful garden area.
Location
Easy for sightseeing and to get to the train.
Staff
The young girl that checked us in was great but I don't remember her name.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything was very clean and comfortable.
Activity Reviews
Tesla Taxi Scenic Tour
Tesla Taxi Scenic Tour
Geiranger

Tesla Taxi Scenic Ride was nice but wouldn't have really missed anything if we skipped it.

Quality of Experience
Some nice views but didn't leave any time in Geiranger.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Driver was nice.
Transport
Car was comfortable.
Fjordcruise Ålesund - Geiranger (Return)
Fjordcruise Ålesund - Geiranger (Return)
Norway

The ferry ride was beautiful.

Quality of Experience
Ferry ride was beautiful.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ferry personal were nice.
Transport
Ferry was comfortable going but completely full coming back so not ideal.
Day trip from Bergen to Roseldal via  Fjordcruise through Hardangerfjord
Day trip from Bergen to Roseldal via Fjordcruise through Hardangerfjord
Bergen

This would probably have been alright but it rained all day so couldn't take pictures from the ferry. Not much to do in Rosendal.

Quality of Experience
Since it is public transport. Not really geared up for tourist.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ferry workers were nice.
Transport
Ferry was nice enough but weather did not cooperate the day we went.
Ulriken643 (Ulriken Cable car) and short walk
Ulriken643 (Ulriken Cable car) and short walk
Bergen

Nice views but not much to do unless you want to hike.

Quality of Experience
Beautiful views.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
People in the cafe at the top were nice.
Transport
Cable car was a nice ride.
Fløibanen
Fløibanen
Bergen

Beautiful view and nice place to walk around.

Quality of Experience
Beautiful views and great place to spend time.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The Floibanen was very comfortable.
Transport
There was a very long line so we had to wait for a while which wasn't ideal.
Visit Stegastein Viewpoint with a bus
Visit Stegastein Viewpoint with a bus
Norway

Beautiful view.

Quality of Experience
It was a beautiful view that shouldn't be missed.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
She was a great driver on very curvy and steep roads.
Transport
Comfortable bus.
Waterfall and culture tour in Flåm
Waterfall and culture tour in Flåm
Flåm

Really enjoyed seeing outside the town of Flam.

Quality of Experience
Our group tour ended up being a private tour which we enjoyed.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide and driver was very informative and we enjoyed his company.
Transport
Very comfortable.
Luggage Transfer Service
Luggage Transfer Service
Norway

Everything arrived as it was suppose to.

Quality of Experience
Everything worked as it was suppose to.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The luggage was at the hotel when we arrived.
Transport
No problem with the transfer.
Oslo Private City Tour with Fram & Open-Air Museum Experience
Oslo Private City Tour with Fram & Open-Air Museum Experience
Oslo

Bjorn our guide was good as was our driver Morton. We enjoyed the Vigeland Sculpture Park and the view from the Opera house the best.

Quality of Experience
Vigeland Sculpture Park and Opera House view was our favorite.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ian was a good tour guide.
Transport
Morton was a good driver.
Private Day Trip to Sigtuna & Uppsala
Private Day Trip to Sigtuna & Uppsala
Stockholm

This was a nice trip outside the city of Stockholm.

Quality of Experience
Enjoyed seeing the countryside towns.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide Karoline was very nice and helpful. She arranged so we could go straight to the Vasa Museum when our tour was over so we only had to walk back to the hotel instead of both ways.
Transport
Our driver Olga we had for two days. She was great. She heard me complaining that I forgot my phone (camera) in the hotel so I wouldn't be able to take any pictures and she offered her phone to me to use and sent me the pictures. She really saved the day. She also dropped us at the VASA museum when the tour was over so we didn't have to walk there from the hotel.
Stockholm Private Highlights & Drottningholm Palace Tour
Stockholm Private Highlights & Drottningholm Palace Tour
Stockholm

We really enjoyed the Drottningholm Palace, Garden and Chinese Pavilion. Our tour guide Marja was great.

Quality of Experience
Drottningholm Palace and Gardens was our favorite part.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Marja was a great guide and wonderful person to meet and talk to. She even helped us buy tickets for the Royal Palace which we saw once our tour was finished.
Transport
Our driver Olga was great. She was very friendly and helpful.
Northern Zealand Private Day Trip with Kronborg & Frederiksborg Castle Visit
Northern Zealand Private Day Trip with Kronborg & Frederiksborg Castle Visit
Copenhagen

We enjoyed visiting Kronborg and Frederiksborg Castle. Our tour guide Ian and our driver were very good.

Quality of Experience
I was nice to get out of the city and see some of the countryside towns.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ian our guide was very good and we enjoyed his company. He and our driver even went out of their way to take us by the Little Mermaid statue so we could take a picture from the front. We had only seen it from the back of the statue on the Canal Cruise.
Transport
Our driver was great. He had cold water for us when we returned to the van. I am sorry I don't remember his name. But it was nice meeting him.
Copenhagen Card
Copenhagen Card
Copenhagen

We enjoyed using the Copenhagen Card. We were able to see lots of the sights with no extra charge.

Quality of Experience
Practically all sights to be seen in Copenhagen are included on the card.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
We had no drivers or guides but the staff at all the places we visited were very friendly.
Transport
Our card allowed us to use the metro free of charge which we did to get to some of the further places from our hotel.
Private tour Copenhagen Walking Tour & Canal Cruise
Private tour Copenhagen Walking Tour & Canal Cruise
Copenhagen

Joanna our tour guide was wonderful. She was very informative and went the extra mile to walk us back to our hotel even though it was past our allotted time for the tour. We really enjoyed the Canal Cruise.

Quality of Experience
Great tour guide who was very knowledgeable.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Joanna was very nice to talk to and very informative.
Transport
Guide on the canal cruise was enjoyable.
Local specialist: Mar Quiñones
Mar
Mar Quiñones
Local specialist in Kristiansand | Replied on Sep 12, 2024

Dear Sonya,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m thrilled to hear that you had such a memorable trip and that everything went smoothly. I’m glad that the hotels, guides, and recommendations made a positive impact on your experience. It’s especially great to know that Lene, and all the other guides and drivers, went above and beyond to ensure your trip was enjoyable.
Thank you again for your kind words and for choosing us :))
We’d love to welcome you back and help plan your next trip whenever you’re ready —it was truly a pleasure working with you!
My very best,
Mar

Mar and Fenne were fabulous to work with, ver...
Norway | Aug 2 - Aug 7, 2024

Lenna
Lenna P.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Aug 26, 2024
Mar and Fenne were fabulous to work with, very communicative and the itineraries were just perfect! Read more

Mar and Fenne were fabulous to work with, very communicative and the itineraries were just perfect!

Hotel Reviews
Thon Hotel Bristol
Bergen

This was a very nice hotel in a great location. One word of warning to others - while there are elevators, we still had to go up some stairs to get to our rooms. Not that good for someone like me who packed too much!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Flåmsbrygga Hotel
Flåm

This hotel was just lovely. The rooms were better then I expected the views were unparalleled and the food options were quite good - especially the ice cream!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotell Bondeheimen
Oslo

The location of this hotel is amazing! Close enough to city center to do it all but just out of the way enough to not be too noisy. The staff was lovely and the rooms were fine

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Ride the Ulriken Cable Car
Ride the Ulriken Cable Car
Bergen

To tell the truth we ended up going on a funicular to a closer mountain instead of the cable car - it was too far away. But the concept was the same and very much a fantastic thing to do!

Quality of Experience
Food and Culture walk in Bergen
Food and Culture walk in Bergen
Bergen

This was very nice and informative. The whole group was a perfect size and we enjoyed the other people on the tour as well as the tour itself

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Visit Stegastein Viewpoint with a bus
Visit Stegastein Viewpoint with a bus
Norway

This was nice, but to be honest not all that. Probably would have preferred to go on a longer hike. Perfect for folks not interested in hiking

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Summer RIB boat Safari Local Taste of Undredal
Summer RIB boat Safari Local Taste of Undredal
Flåm

This was a highlight of our time in. Way it was a fantastic experience!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The staff was super friendly and knowledgeable of the fjord and all the folksy tales along the way
Transport
Luggage Transfer Service
Luggage Transfer Service
Norway

This was a super smart and very necessary service offered. I would highly recommend people take advantage of it!

Local specialist: Mar Quiñones
Mar
Mar Quiñones
Local specialist in Kristiansand | Replied on Sep 12, 2024

Dear Lenna,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this detailed feedback with us!
We’re thrilled to hear that the itinerary was just what you were looking for :))
It was a pleasure working with you, and we’re glad it all went smoothly.
If you ever plan another journey, we'd love to welcome you back and work with you again in the future!
Thanks once again for choosing us!
My very best,
Mar

Fantastic Norway Trip
Norway | Aug 1 - Aug 6, 2024

Maria
Maria M.
Germany | Reviewed on Aug 11, 2024
My trip to Norway was flawlessly planned by Mar, who absolutely nailed every detail. The itinerary was packed with exciting activities, perfectly balanced so that it never felt overwhelming. My two teenage children (16 and 18 years) had an incredible time and enjoyed every place we visited.
We explored the vibrant cities of Bergen and Oslo, as well as the stunning countryside, including Flam, various fjords, and the breathtaking landscapes we saw during our train journeys. I also interacted...
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My trip to Norway was flawlessly planned by Mar, who absolutely nailed every detail. The itinerary was packed with exciting activities, perfectly balanced so that it never felt overwhelming. My two teenage children (16 and 18 years) had an incredible time and enjoyed every place we visited.
We explored the vibrant cities of Bergen and Oslo, as well as the stunning countryside, including Flam, various fjords, and the breathtaking landscapes we saw during our train journeys. I also interacted with Fenne, who provided all the necessary links for tickets and vouchers. She was extremely helpful in answering any questions I had.
Having a trip to an unfamiliar country organized by KimKim was definitely worth it. They took care of all the logistics, so we didn’t have to worry about purchasing boat, rail, or funicular fares or waiting in lines. Before the trip, I was a bit anxious about the possibility of too many activities per day, but the balance was perfect, allowing us to enjoy each moment fully.
Norway is an amazing country. My kids especially loved the RIB boat safari and the free bike tour, and they even swam in the fjord that day! Personally, I loved visiting the Gudvangen Viking Village, exploring Bergen, and the unforgettable Flåmsbana train ride. I also enjoyed the self-exploring day in Oslo, visiting the Munch Museum and letting my kids scroll around the city center.
The trip perfect, but if I had to change one thing, I would have taken the Naeroyfjord Round Trip boat to Gudvangen and returned by shuttle bus, instead the other way round. That day was quite full, and we were a bit tired at the end, so the 10-minute bus ride would have been better than the 2-hour boat journey back.
The hotels were all lovely, and it was a real comfort to have dinner included during our stay at Heimly Pensjonat for three days. Overall, I couldn't have asked for a better experience, and I highly recommend planning your trip with KimKim!
Thank you Mar and Fenne.

Hotel Reviews
Clarion Hotel Admiral
Bergen
Authenticity & Character
The breakfast was amazing, it even had vitamins, omega, all kind of veggy milks, and everything else you can think of.
Location
The best thing is the location, directly at the Fjord, in front of the Bergen Brygge houses.
Staff
Everybody was very nice and friendly. We felt like at home.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The bed was super comfy. We slept as stones.
Heimly Pensjonat
Flåm

Amazing views, very nice rooms, amazing breakfast and dinner. It felt like being at home. The only small issue we had is that we only got one roll of toilette paper and we rund out of it on the third day. But that was ok, as we could manage with tissues. The staff in the restaurant was very friendly and even offered an alternative to one of the meals that my son didn't like.

Authenticity & Character
Felt like home.
Location
Just in front of the Fjord with amazing views.
Staff
Very nice waiters.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The beds were slightly to narrow.
Scandic Byporten
Oslo

Very close to the train station, which was very handy as we arrived by train and we had to leave to the airport from there.

Authenticity & Character
no charme, as in the middle of a shoping center
Location
Almost in the train station :-)
Staff
very friendly and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
the extra bed for the third person was uncomfortable
Activity Reviews
Rental Bikes in Flåm
Rental Bikes in Flåm
Flåm
Quality of Experience
Top bikes and very good roads.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
We did not speak much, but that is a good sign as everything was so simple.
Transport
Very close to the hotel.
Summer RIB boat Safari Local Taste of Undredal
Summer RIB boat Safari Local Taste of Undredal
Flåm

Gustav and Helmut were our guides and they were super nice. My kids (16 and 18) liked this activity the best. It was the best Fjord trip as you are much more in contact with the water, the wind, the mountains and you can almost sense the trolls.

Quality of Experience
It was very dinamic, fun and exciting. We heard a lot of stories from the guides about the legends, landscape and habitants.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very cute and nice guides. They made us feel very welcome, safe and entertained.
Transport
The boat started just from the dock in front of the hotel.
Viking Day in Gudvangen
Viking Day in Gudvangen
Gudvangen

We had an amazing vikinger guide who knew a lot about nordic mytology and history. He had a very good sense of humor and charme. The village was very authentic and interessting.

Quality of Experience
Very authentic viking village with a very funny guide.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The guide knew a lot about norse history and mythology. He was like a mix of an actor and a teacher.
Transport
It was very easy to take the shuttle bus from Flam to Gundvangen.
Waterfall and culture tour in Flåm
Waterfall and culture tour in Flåm
Flåm

This was one of my favorite tours. We went with an electric mini bus to very interessting places, such as an abandoned medieval farm village (Otterness if I remember correctly), we visited the Flam Church, a shoe factory in Aurland and several Waterfalls.

Quality of Experience
easy and confortable
Guides, Drivers and Staff
the guide was explaining many interessting things about e-cars, culture and nature
Transport
very comfortable mini bus
Fløibanen
Fløibanen
Bergen

We had a great view from the top of the Floi mountain.

Quality of Experience
Good view over Bergen
Guides, Drivers and Staff
no drivers or guides were involved as it was easy to get along alone
Transport
station in the middle of Bergen's center
Mostraumen Cruise
Mostraumen Cruise
Bergen

Breathtaking landscapes and history.

Quality of Experience
great views
Guides, Drivers and Staff
do not remember the staff, but that is a good sign
Transport
departs from the city center
Naerøyfjord Round Trip via boat & bus
Naerøyfjord Round Trip via boat & bus
Norway

I love the fact that the boat is electric. Again, amazing views over Fjords and Waterfalls.

Quality of Experience
e-boat
Guides, Drivers and Staff
everybody was very nice
Transport
Local specialist: Mar Quiñones
Mar
Mar Quiñones
Local specialist in Kristiansand | Replied on Aug 21, 2024

Querida Maria,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback and memories with us!
I'm truly delighted to hear that you had a fantastic time here and enjoyed all the activities and hotels we planned for you!
We would love to welcome you back on another journey, and I'll be right here and more than happy to assist you!—It was truly a pleasure working together with you! :)
Thanks once again for letting us plan your Norwegian adventure!
My warmest regards to all the family,
Mar

Ten Days in Norway!
Norway | Jul 30 - Aug 8, 2024

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Cindi H.
Harrison, NJ | Reviewed on Aug 09, 2024
We traveled in Norway. We rented a car and then traveled to places recommended by KimKim and Mar. It was great to have a mix of planned days and days with suggestions that we could do on our own. We really enjoyed Flam with the train, zipline, bikes and kayaking. The scenery and suggested routes to drive were simply stunning. We were thrilled with the accommodations. Norway will be a stunning memory for sure! Read more

We traveled in Norway. We rented a car and then traveled to places recommended by KimKim and Mar. It was great to have a mix of planned days and days with suggestions that we could do on our own. We really enjoyed Flam with the train, zipline, bikes and kayaking. The scenery and suggested routes to drive were simply stunning. We were thrilled with the accommodations. Norway will be a stunning memory for sure!

Hotel Reviews
Balestrand Hotel
Balestrand

This hotel had a fun vibe with a pool table and young staff and a bar. The room was our smallest of all of them and breakfast was only croissants and coffee. The town was also small but beautiful.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Aurland Fjordhotel
Aurland

This one was fine - no elevator. What was a really nice perk was that breakfast and dinner were included. The only downside to that was there was no choice in the dinner - if you did not like what they were having, you would have had to buy something else. I was vegetarian and that was fine, but my daughter did not want goat and asked to have the vegetarian and was told no. Town is cute, but small.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Scandic Byporten
Oslo

This hotel was fine. Right in the city center - right next to the train station. Parking was a little hairy in the tight garage, but otherwise, just fine.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clarion Hotel Bergen
Bergen

The centrality of this hotel was great as was the "family" room we stayed in. The included breakfast was amazing. The only downside was parking - garages are so tightly packed downtown! Yikes!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Trolltunga Camping
Odda

The room was great with a kitchen and bedrooms. The scenery walking into town and the lake were gorgeous. The staff was also very helpful and friendly.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Highland Lodge
Geilo

This hotel was new, beautiful, had lovely walking paths, a pool, a sauna, a kitchen in the room and was just beautiful!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Viking Day in Gudvangen
Viking Day in Gudvangen
Gudvangen

This was a nice way to break up a travel day and see a Viking village and to learn more about what defines a Viking and how they lived. The guide was knowledgeable.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Ride the Ulriken Cable Car
Ride the Ulriken Cable Car
Bergen

This ride was great - the views were amazing and the walk down was hard on the legs, but worth it! Just note, there is a funicular in town but this is a 12 minute drive outside of town. Town buses seemed to be available to get there. Note what kind of ticket you have. Ours were one-way which was great! But it is a steep descent (or ascent!)

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Summer Kayaking Tour
Summer Kayaking Tour
Flåm

The guide, Romane, made it amazing! She was knowledgeable about the sport and the area. She told us good stories and also let us discover the scenery.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
She was so much fun to chat with!
Transport
Summer Adventure day in Flåm with Zipline and Bicycle trip
Summer Adventure day in Flåm with Zipline and Bicycle trip
Flåm

This was amazing - I am afraid of heights but sucked it up and am glad I did. The train ride to the zip line is stunning and the zip line itself is the longest in Norway - over beautiful scenery. Then we picked up bikes to ride 7 miles back downhill to town. Easy! After lunch we went kayaking with a guide who was outstanding - she was so personable and knowledgeable about the area. Overall an amazing day! Definitely the best day for our teens!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Mar Quiñones
Mar
Mar Quiñones
Local specialist in Kristiansand | Replied on Aug 21, 2024

Dear Cindi,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this detailed feedback and for sharing your memories with us!
I'm delighted to hear that you had such a memorable time here!
If you ever plan another journey, we'd love to welcome you back, and I will be here and more than happy to assist you—it was truly a pleasure working with you!
Thanks once again for choosing us!
My very best to all the family,
Mar