It’s easy to envision being at the helm of a Viking warship as you approach the jagged mountains reaching into the blue sky on the northern coast of Norway. You’ll be amazed by the deep fjords and how they plunge into sheltered bays and windswept beaches. Easily explore the exceptionally photogenic fishing villages across the archipelago. Add to your experience by learning about the far reaches of Viking culture at a captivating museum called Lofotr. It showcases the archaeological finds of a 272-foot longhouse – now the second largest of its kind after the recent discoveries at Gjellestad.