Explore the famous Geirangerfjord
- See the Seven Sisters waterfall fall about 250 meters into the fjord from the deck of the boat
- Pass old mountain farms high on the steep hillsides
- Stroll around Geiranger village at the innermost point of the fjord
Ultimate multi-day Norway fjord adventure: Geirangerfjord, scenic trains & UNESCO sights
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Geirangerfjord & Norway in a Nutshell®
Journey through Norway’s most scenic fjord landscapes on a tour of UNESCO-listed fjords, iconic mountain railways, and charming towns. Travel at your own pace from Oslo or Bergen, including the famous Norway in a Nutshell® route.
Self-guided tour
Flexible trip length, from 3 days
Round trip
Start from Oslo or Bergen
Add overnight stays and activities
Season: 1 June - 30 September
Trusted since 1982
Norway’s Leading Tour Operator 2025
Rated 4.8/5 on Google
The tour includes
- Fjord cruises on the famous UNESCO‑listed Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord
- Photo stops at famous sights - Seven Sisters waterfall, Gudbrandsjuvet gorge and Trollstigen viewpoint
- Norway's most scenic railways - Rauma Railway, Bergen Railway and Flåm Railway
- A coastal boat journey between Bergen and Selje
- Fjord villages Flåm and Geiranger
- Charming cities Ålesund and Bergen
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Start from Oslo or Bergen
Route from Oslo: Oslo - Flåm - Bergen - Ålesund - Geiranger - Oslo
Route from Bergen: Bergen - Ålesund - Geiranger - Oslo - Flåm - Bergen
Tour highlights
Cross Trollstigen, one of Norway's most famous mountain roads
- Wind through 11 hairpin bends by scenic bus, with the valley below
- Walk on the modern platforms at the Trollstigen viewpoint, designed to blend into the mountain.
- Stand over Gudbrandsjuvet gorge, where the river rushes through the canyon
Explore the historic charm of Ålesund
- Wander through enchanting cobblestone streets and experience striking Art Nouveau architecture in one of Norway's most beautiful cities
- Climb Mount Aksla for panoramic views of the city and fjords, then reward yourself with local delicacies at bustling cafes
Marvel at the views from the Rauma Railway
- Ride the Rauma Railway, named Europe’s top train journey by Lonely Planet in 2023
- Enjoy the panoramic views of Trollveggen (The Troll Wall), Europe's tallest vertical rock face
Discover Norway's west coast
- Look out over coastal islands and the open sea from the Drageskaret viewpoint, near Norway's westernmost point
- Travel by express boat past fishing villages with red wooden houses and Hornelen, one of Europe's highest sea cliffs
- Spend time in Selje, a calm village where people live and work all year, and walk on the white sandy beach
Cruise the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord
- Experience the serene beauty of the narrowest fjord arm in Europe
- Glide silently through the fjord on a modern zero-emission fjord cruise
- Enjoy comfortable seating and panoramic views surrounded by 1,700-meter mountain peaks
Board the Flåm Railway between Myrdal and Flåm
- Ride one of the steepest and most famous railways in the world
- Experience the historic train as it climbs from the valley to the mountain station of Myrdal
- A short journey packed with contrasts: fjord, rivers, waterfalls, and farms
Ride the Bergen Railway
- Cross the mountain plateau between Oslo and Bergen
- Enjoy endless views of lakes, peaks, and open landscapes only accessible by train
- One of Europe’s most scenic train journeys
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Winner of World Travel Awards
- Norway's Leading Tour Operator 2025
Rated among the world's best by travelers on Tripadvisor.
Highly rated by travelers through Google Reviews.
"Lays Norway’s beautiful fjord country before you on a scenic platter."
- Rick Steves.
Winner of World Travel Awards
- Norway's Leading Tour Operator 2025
Rated among the world's best by travelers on Tripadvisor.
Highly rated by travelers through Google Reviews.
"Lays Norway’s beautiful fjord country before you on a scenic platter."
- Rick Steves.
Explore the places along the route
Get to know the Geirangerfjord, Nærøyfjord, Flåm, Bergen and other highlights before you travel.
The Geirangerfjord
The Geirangerfjord is one of Norway's most visited tourist sites and has been included on the UNESCO World Heritage List, along with the Nærøyfjord, since 2005.
The Nærøyfjord
Surrounded by towering mountains up to 1,700 metres high, this arm of the Sognefjord is amazingly beautiful.
The Bergen Railway: Oslo to Bergen by train
The Bergen Railway (Bergensbanen) runs between Norway’s 2 largest cities, and for many people it’s the Norwegian train journey. In 7 hours, you go from the forests around Oslo up to the Hardangervidda mountain plateau and on to the West Coast and Bergen.
Things to do in Flåm
Flåm sits at the end of the Aurlandsfjord, a branch of the Sognefjord. Discover the best activities in Flåm, what to prioritize, and how to book them.