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Fjord cruises in Norway

Electric fjord cruise on the UNESCO Nærøyfjord a sunny winter day
Two tourists photograph a tall fjord waterfall.
Sustainable fjord cruise on the Nærøyfjord between Flåm and Gudvangen in winter time
Two tourists photograph a tall fjord waterfall.
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Experiencing the fjords on a fjord cruise is a must when you are on vacation in Norway. With the world's second longest coastline, there are plenty of scenic fjords.
See the very best of nature up close. Discover spectacular mountains, scenic waterfalls, Arctic islands, and breathtaking views of ancient glaciers.

A full Nutshell tour or a day on the fjord?

Whether you want a comfortable catamaran, and action-packed RIB boat tour, a traditional ferry ride or a day on a relaxing sailboat, we have an option for you.
All of our tour packages include one or several fjord cruises. Explore the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord on the Norway in a Nutshell® tour or go on an adventure on the world´s longest ice-free fjord in Sognefjord in a Nutshell™. The choice is yours.
If you want to add extra time on the fjord, we also have a wide selection of daytrips. Join a half day cruise from Bergen to Mostraumen, or explore Lysefjorden and the Pulpit Rock on a silent and fully-electric fjord cruise. There are so many options!
Your fjord adventure awaits!

Most popular fjord cruises in Norway

Discover Norway's iconic fjords - from UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord and Geirangerfjord to hidden Hardangerfjord, dramatic Lysefjord, and vast Sognefjord. Enjoy steep mountainsides and cascading waterfalls, or explore Oslo's beautiful archipelago and Bergen's historic coastal waters.
Cozy glass-fronted waterfront restaurant glowing warmly at twilight, reflections shimmering on calm water surface.
Fjord cruise and dinner at Cornelius
Bergen • 5 hr
From 1695NOK
Available all year
Peaceful mountain lake reflects glacier and forest, dock at right.
Fjord & glacier tour from Bergen or Voss
Multiple locations • 13 hr 15 min
From 2930NOK
20 May - 30 September
Tourists on fjord cruise on the Oslofjord pass historic Akershus fortress at sunset.
Fjord cruise in Oslo
Oslo • 2 hr
From 479NOK
Available all year
Colorful fjord boat on calm water with mountain reflections.
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Fjord cruise Bergen to Mostraumen
Bergen
From 890NOK
Available all year
Large catamaran with passengers sails past snowy peaks in cold waters.
Silent whale watching cruise in Tromsø
Tromsø • 8 hr 30 min
From 1790NOK
16 October - 31 January
Silver bowl of shrimp with lemon wedges, surrounded by bread, plates, condiments, and napkins on a boat deck.
Oslofjord Sunset Cruise with shrimp buffet
Oslo • 3 hr
From 802NOK
1 May - 4 October
Couple in headphones relaxes on boat as woman points at fjord cliffs.
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1 hr 30 minutes fjord sightseeing in Geiranger
Geiranger • 1 hr 30 min
From 630NOK
1 June - 31 August
Boat "LEYO" sails past waterfalls in a fjord with passengers enjoying the view.
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Fjord cruise Ålesund - Geiranger - Ålesund
Ålesund • 9 hr
From 2139NOK
1 April - 31 October
Tourists enjoy a fjord view with mirror-like water and snowy peaks.
Fjord & glacier tour from Balestrand
Balestrand • 4 hr 45 min
From 1525NOK
20 May - 30 September
Modern boat reflects snowy fjord cliffs in curved windows.
Trollfjord cruise in Lofoten
Svolvær • 3 hr 30 min
From 1490NOK
1 February - 31 October
Smiling couple in enjoying the fjord cruise on the Lysefjord in winter, fjord and mountains behind.
Lysefjord & Preikestolen fjord cruise
Stavanger • 3 hr 30 min
From 890NOK
Available all year
Elegant table setting with wine and food aboard cruise boat
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Dinner cruise on the Oslofjord
Oslo • 2 hr 30 min
From 1490NOK
Available all year
Tourists on the boat deck on the winter cruise on the Geirangerfjord surrounded by a beautiful world heritage landscape
Geirangerfjord winter cruise
Ålesund • 9 hr
From 2933NOK
1 November - 31 March
A couple stands on the ship's deck, watching the Northern Lights over the mountains, with city lights reflected in the water.
Electric Northern Lights cruise
Tromsø • 3 hr
From 1290NOK
5 January - 27 March
Ferry passes white pier at sunset with golden hues and soft light over distant skyline.
Electric fjord cruise on the Oslofjord
Oslo
From 430NOK
Available all year
Fortress and historic buildings overlook water with city skyline in background under clouds.
Oslo grand tour with fjord cruise
Oslo • 7 hr
From 1450NOK
Available all year
Aerial view of green island with marinas, red roofs, boats, and city across fjord under blue sky.
In high demand
Island hopping in Oslo
Oslo • 4 hr 30 min
From 660NOK
6 March - 31 December
Woman in yellow beanie takes photo from boat deck with snowy mountains behind.
Arctic fjord cruise in Tromsø
Tromsø • 4 hr
From 2090NOK
1 February - 15 October
White hybrid-electric cruise boat sailing through Oslofjord waters with autumn-colored forested hills
Silent fjord cruise on the Oslofjord
Oslo • 4 hr
From 490NOK
Available all year
Three boys cheering on a boat deck in a narrow fjord with green cliffs.
1 hour fjord sightseeing in Geiranger
Geiranger • 1 hr 15 min
From 610NOK
1 April - 17 October
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Experience Norway's famous fjords on our popular tours

Discover Norway's fjords, mountains and authentic villages through scenic train journeys and fjord cruises; all perfectly coordinated for you. Our collection includes the iconic Norway in a Nutshell® and regional tours throughout Norway's most spectacular landscapes. Start from Oslo or Bergen.
Woman in yellow sweater leans from green train window, gazing at autumn forest landscape.
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Norway in a Nutshell®
From: 1 day
The famous Norwegian fjord and rail journey

Ride the famous Bergen Railway, Flåm Railway and cruise the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord on Norway's most famous tour. Start from Oslo or Bergen.

From 2460 NOK
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Turquoise fjord with cruise ships, forested mountains and snow.
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Geirangerfjord and Norway in a Nutshell®
5 day tour of Geirangerfjord and scenic railways

The ultimate roudtrip including Geirangerfjord, Nærøyfjord and scenic rail journeys. Start from Oslo or Bergen.

From 8459 NOK
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Fjord cruise boat approaching Balestrand through the Sognefjord
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Sognefjord Cruise & Balestrand Stay
3 days
Sognefjord & scenic Balestrand in 3 days

This 3 day tour includes the Bergen and Flåm Railway, Sognefjord cruise and 2 nights in the beautiful village of Balestrand. Local food tastings and a glacier excursion included. Start from Oslo or Bergen.

From 9096 NOK
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Scenic Flåm Railway journey through mountain landscapes in Norway
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Preikestolen & Lysefjord including Norway in a Nutshell®
3 day tour of Preikestolen, Stavanger, scenic fjords and railways

Cruise the Lysefjord, hike the iconic Preikestolen, and experience the local charm of Bergen and Stavanger. The tour starts and ends in Oslo or Bergen.

From 7100 NOK
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Grass-roof cabins on hillside overlook fjord, waterfall, peaks.
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Geirangerfjord in a Nutshell™
From: 2 days
Geirangerfjord cruise and scenic train journey

Cruise Geirangerfjord, journey Trollstigen Mountain Pass, Rauma Railway and Dovre Railway. Start from Oslo, Bergen or Ålesund.

From 3337 NOK
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Boat on Sognefjord with flag flying, wake trailing behind on calm water.
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Sognefjord in a Nutshell™
From: 1 day
Discover Sognefjord by cruise & rail

Ride the Flåm Railway and Bergen Railway, and cruise the full length of the Sognefjord. Start from Oslo or Bergen, and add extra days of your choice.

From 2745 NOK
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standing at the scenic viewpoint overlooking the dramatic 182-meter Vøringsfossen waterfall cascading into the valley
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Hardangerfjord in a Nutshell™
1-day tour
Hardangerfjord cruise and Vøringsfossen waterfall from Bergen

Discover Norway's most popular waterfall and cruise the scenic Hardangerfjord on a day trip from Bergen

From 1991 NOK
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Hikers standing on Preikestolen plateau during a scenic hike, overlooking the Lysefjord far beneath in Norway.
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Lysefjord in a Nutshell™
From: 1 day
Preikestolen, Lysefjord and charming Stavanger

Hike to Preikestolen, cruise the dramatic Lysefjord and discover charming Stavanger. Start from Oslo or Bergen.

From 3660 NOK
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Havila coastal cruise ship sailing through scenic Norwegian fjords between Trondheim and Bergen
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Cities and Coastal Cruise with Norway in a Nutshell®
4 day tour of Oslo, Bergen & Trondheim by train and coastal cruise

Experience Norway's cultural cities, scenic rail journeys and Coastal Cruise on this roundtrip. Start from Oslo or Bergen.

From 11803 NOK
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RIB-Boat fjord experiences in Norway

Experience thrilling high-speed adventures that bring you closer to Norway's dramatic fjord landscapes, hidden coves, and cascading waterfalls.
Woman enjoying fjord safari boat tour to Sagofossen waterfall on UNESCO Nærøyfjord in Flåm Norway
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Fjord safari Flåm - 2 hr 15 min
Flåm • 2 hr 15 min
From 1110NOK
1 April - 31 October
Group in red and black waterproof suits on RIB cruising through calm fjord surrounded by cliffs and snow-capped peaks.
Sea eagle safari to the Trollfjord
Svolvær • 2 hr
From 1095NOK
Available all year
Boat with passengers speeding on glassy Hardangerfjord reflecting mountains and cloudy skies.
RIB boat tour in Ulvik
Ulvik • 1 hr 30 min
From 1345NOK
11 May - 21 September
A black RIB boat on the Lysefjord with passengers raises arms in excitement, mountains rise in the background.
Lysefjord fjord safari with RIB boat
Stavanger • 2 hr
From 1390NOK
1 May - 30 September
RIB boat with passengers in yellow jackets approaching a cliff with waterfalls in the Geirangerfjord
RIB boat tour on the Geirangerfjord
Geiranger • 1 hr
From 895NOK
1 April - 1 December
Fjord safari boat tour approaching Sagofossen waterfall in Flåm Norway on summer day
Fjord safari in Flåm- 1 hr 30 min
Flåm • 1 hr 30 min
From 935NOK
1 April - 31 October
Family of three enjoying a meal by a fjord, with a boy reaching for a strawberry and adults laughing.
RIB boat tour with cheese tasting from Flåm
Flåm • 3 hr
From 1395NOK
1 May - 20 September
Motorboat with tourists leaving wake on turquoise fjord with cabins, waterfalls, and peaks.
RIB boat tour to Finnabotn
Balestrand • 2 hr
From 1390NOK
20 April - 11 October
Black RIB boat cruises fjord with green mountains around.
Fjord safari on the Hardangerfjord
Eidfjord • 1 hr
From 795NOK
Available all year
Red inflatable boat speeding through rippling water, carrying yellow-jacketed people, framed by snow-covered mountains.
RIB boat winter tour in Flåm
Flåm • 2 hr 30 min
From 1220NOK
1 November - 31 March
Tourists in safety jackets on RIB boat ride through turquoise Sognefjord surrounded by lush mountains.
RIB boat tour in Balestrand
Balestrand • 1 hr 30 min
From 1070NOK
11 May - 13 September
People in bright thermal suits and life vests on a boat, smiling and excited, surrounded by snow-covered mountains and icy fjord waters.
Winter fjord safari and viking dinner in Flåm
Flåm • 2 hr 45 min
From 1650NOK
1 November - 31 March
Two hikers in blue jackets climbing green hillside with wildflowers, overlooking a valley, fjord, and mountain cliffs.
Fjord safari and hike in Flåm
Flåm • 6 hr
From 2060NOK
1 July - 31 August
Fast-moving RIB boat glides through a misty fjord with towering cliffs.
Hardangerfjord and Fyksesund RIB safari
Norheimsund • 1 hr 15 min
From 1025NOK
Available all year
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Fjordsafari with RIB to Hjørundfjord
Ålesund • 2 hr
From 1499NOK
1 May - 30 October
At Runde bird island you will experience many puffins at the seaside
Wildlife sea safari in Ålesund
Ålesund • 2 hr
From 1499NOK
1 June - 31 August
RIB boat tour along Ålesund coast with passengers enjoying scenic island views and dramatic Norwegian coastal landscape
RIB boat safari Ålesund
Ålesund • 1 hr
From 1099NOK
22 January - 31 December
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When to visit Norway's fjords

Norway's fjords are natural wonders that remain accessible and spectacular throughout the entire year, with each season offering its own unique charm and experiences.

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Top destinations

From quiet villages in stunning nature to pulsating cities and everything in between, Norway offers so much to experience. Explore your dream destination below. 
Bergen harbor with UNESCO World Heritage Bryggen colorful buildings, Håkonshallen castle and fjord mountain backdrop
Bergen
Kayaking tour in Oslo fjord with Opera House architecture on sunny day - guided water activity Norway
Oslo
Train moves through green valley by river, snowy peaks in distance.
Flåm
Grass-roof cabins on hillside overlook fjord, waterfall, peaks.
Geiranger
Snowy city at dusk with lit bridge and colorful houses.
Tromsø
Sunset aerial of Ålesund’s colorful buildings, fjords, and mountains.
Ålesund
Colorful Fargegata street Stavanger Norway with outdoor cafes restaurants vibrant dining scene historic old town
Stavanger
Red wooden house with white trim by fjord and mountain view.
Balestrand
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