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Nerdrum and Munch: Exploring the Human

29. July - 2. August 2026

Join us on a journey through the works of two of the world’s most renowned painters, Odd Nerdrum and Edvard Munch, and discover how their art brings human experience to life. 

What makes this tour truly special are our guides. You will be together with Öde Nerdrum, the son of Odd Nerdrum, and Einar Duenger Bøhn who is a professor of philosophy and the author of the book Nerdrum som oppdrager.  

They share personal stories, reflections, and behind-the-scenes insights that you simply will not get anywhere else. Their passion and first-hand knowledge bring the art to life. 

This tour is perfect for anyone curious about what it really means to capture the human experience in art. With guides who have personal connections to the artists, the experience becomes much more than your standard museum visit. 

Price from:
29 950 NOK
Days: 5
Included for all participants:
  • Coach transportation as specified in the program
  • 4 nights at a 4-star hotel
  • 4 breakfasts
  • 2 lunches
  • 2 dinners
  • Evening activity (drawing session)
  • Tour leader from Fotefar


Not included:
  • Flights
  • Single room supplement NOK 2890, –
  • Meals not mentioned in the program
  • Beverages beyond included wine pairings
  • Gratuities


  • Minimum number of participants: 10

Picture gallery

Important information

Important Information 
Visa / Entry Requirements and Health Information 

  • Norwegian citizens do not require a visa to enter Norway. 

 

This tour takes place in Norway. 
 

  • Citizens of EU/EEA countries do not require a visa to enter Norway. 

  • Citizens of several other countries may enter Norway visa-free for short stays (up to 90 days within a 180-day period). 

  • Travellers who require a visa must apply for a Schengen visa prior to departure. 

It is the traveller’s responsibility to ensure that they meet the entry requirements applicable to their nationality. Please check with the Norwegian embassy or consulate in your country for updated and detailed information. 

Program

  • Notice, changes may occur
    Symbol explanation:
    (B) Breakfast included
    (L) Lunch included
    (D) Dinner included

  • Day 1 - 29th of July: Arrival Day

    Arrival in Tønsberg and check-in at Hotel Klubben from 15:00. The hotel is beautifully located on the waterfront and has been a central part of the city’s cultural life since 1968. 

    The rest of the day is at leisure. Take a stroll along the harbor promenade, explore Norway’s oldest town, or relax at the hotel before the program commences. 

  • Day 2 - 30th of July: Munch and the National Collectio

    After breakfast, we depart by private coach to Oslo. 

    Our first visit is to the spectacular MUNCH, home to the world’s largest collection of works by Edvard Munch. Through a private guided tour led by Öde Nerdrum and Einar Duenger Bøhn, we explore selected works in depth, engaging in careful examination and reflective conversation. 

    Lunch is served at the museum’s renowned restaurant Tolvte og Kranen, including a two-course meal with wine pairing. 

    In the afternoon, we continue to the National Museum, Norway’s largest museum for art, architecture, and design. Here, our guides invite us to slow down and encounter selected masterpieces through artistic and philosophical dialogue. 

    The day concludes with a welcome dinner at Ekebergrestauranten, beautifully situated above the Oslofjord. A three-course dinner with wine pairing is included. 

    Return to Tønsberg by private coach in the evening. 
    (B, L, D) 

  • Day 3 - 31st of July: The World of Nerdrum

    After a relaxing morning, we travel by private coach to Stavern and the Nerdrum Museum. 

    This extended guided visit offers a rare and intimate encounter with the art and universe of Odd Nerdrum. Led by Öde and Einar, the tour combines personal insight, artistic reflection, and philosophical interpretation. Particular attention is given to selected works, opening up for deeper conversations about symbolism, technique, and the human condition. 

    Lunch is served at Havfuglen Café, located next to the museum. A two-course lunch is included. 

    We return to Hotel Klubben in the late afternoon. The evening is at leisure. 
    (B, L) 

  • Day 4 - 1st of August: Seeing and Drawing

    After breakfast, the morning is free to enjoy Tønsberg at your own pace. 

    In the afternoon, we gather for a private drawing session with a live model. This session is designed as a natural continuation of our museum visits. No prior drawing experience is required. The focus is on attentive observation – learning to truly see light, proportion, and presence. 

    The session also includes a small, informal competition to encourage concentration and engagement in a playful spirit. 

    In the evening, we meet for a farewell dinner at Restaurant Victor, located just a few minutes’ walk from the hotel. A three-course dinner with wine pairing is served in a private area reserved for our group. 
    (B, D) 

  • Day 5 - 2nd of August: Departure day

    Breakfast at the hotel. 

    Check-out from Hotel Klubben by 12:00.  
    Individual departure. 
    (B)

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Flight not included
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