Bergen is the gateway to Fjords in Norway. There are plenty of day trips from Bergen to Fjords around the country; from Fjord day tours to multiday tours taking you around Norway on private yachts to group tours.
We explored the Fjords but by ourselves, as we rented a car but also did tours but at the start of our trip, having landed in Bergen, during our self-drive itinerary and at the end of our trip when we returned back to Bergen. Tours offer the best way to see fjords in Norway as you are taken to hidden gems that you wouldn’t otherwise know about as a visitor.
I have shared tips on the best views in Bergen, things to do in Bergen in a weekend if you are short on time, as well as an ultimate guide to Trolltunga for those that want to explore this beautiful hiking route. If you need further inspiration I have just the perfect mountain quotes for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
Whether you have a long trip or a short one below are some of the best fjords near Bergen. One of the cheapest ways to see Norwegian fjords is via short day trips. You don’t necessarily have to take week-long cruises to get the best of the fjords. Being in Bergen, you are offered a multitude of options. Many of which I have highlighted below.
Below are the perfect fjord day trips from Bergen, including a couple of multi-day if you have more time in your Bergen itinerary.
CONTENTS
- 1 Top 15 Best Day Tours & Day Trips From Bergen To Fjords
- 1.1 Cruise From Bergen To Mostraumen Fjord
- 1.2 Private Tour to Sognefjord, Gudvangen, and Flåm from Bergen
- 1.3 Self-Guided Norway Roundtrip: Bergen to Bergen
- 1.4 Private Tour – A Full-Day Round Trip to Hardangerfjord from Bergen
- 1.5 Guided Norway Roundtrip: Bergen to Bergen
- 1.6 Hardangerfjord Day Trip from Bergen
- 1.7 Bergen to Flam Cruise -The King of Fjords
- 1.8 Guided One Day Private Tour From Bergen To Naeoyfjord And Flam
- 1.9 A 6 hour Day Trip Fjordcruise & Round Trip To Skjerjehamn
- 1.10 The Fjords In A Nutshell Sognefjord, Flåm & Gudvangen
- 1.11 A 5-Hour Bergen Day Trip To The Osterfjord
- 1.12 Private And Luxury Yacht Fjord Cruise From Bergen to Mostraumen
- 1.13 Private And Customizable Tour To Sognefjord And Flåm From Bergen
- 1.14 Self-Guided Sognefjord Day Trip From Bergen To Oslo
Top 15 Best Day Tours & Day Trips From Bergen To Fjords
There are so many reasons why you should visit Norway. The fjords are just one of many reasons. The tours below offer some of the best ways to see the Fjords in Norway. Many not only offer the tours via boat but can also arrange or include hiking so that you get to see the fjords from the top and bottom of the fjord. There is also a wide range of tours and varying budgets too. Below I have included some of the tours we did as well as some of the best cruise ships for Norwegian Fjords.
The beauty of doing a tour is that most will take you out during the best time to see the fjords in Norway. Many of the tours will also make stops in picturesque spots and give you plenty of time to take pictures or video of stunning waterfalls, check out some of Norway’s marine animals and cool vistas.
Many of the tours below offer one price for a small group. So if travelling with a friend or partner you can explore the fjords with your very one dedicated guide showing you around the best fjords in Norway.
Cruise From Bergen To Mostraumen Fjord
If you are looking for an inexpensive fjord day tour from Bergen, then this is up there with the best. You will leave from the easily accessible ferry port in Bergen and head along the narrow Mostraumen fjord to see some of western Norway’s most spectacular scenery, including waterfalls and mountains, as well as wildlife including seals, goats, and perhaps eagles.
Soak up views of western Norway’s most stunning scenery Spot wildlife, including seals and goats and so much more.
Private Tour to Sognefjord, Gudvangen, and Flåm from Bergen
Want to explore the best fjords Norway has to offer but with your very own guide. This just the way to do just that. Get a personalised tour of the fjords. Discover some of the stunning natural scenery in Fjord Norway during this full-day private tour from Bergen.
Travel in a private vehicle down the scenic Bergen road to the Nærøyfjord, the Aurlandsfjord, the Flåm Railway and down the dramatically steep Stalheimskleiva road. Round-trip transportation from Bergen hotels is included.
Self-Guided Norway Roundtrip: Bergen to Bergen
Take to the fjords in Norway via rail. This rail tour allows you to see the best of Norway, including visits to charming local villages, a scenic train ride through beautiful terrain, and a trip along the UNESCO-listed fjords.
This full-day tour begins and ends in Bergen and includes a cruise through the fjords. Visit traditional Nordic villages Ride the historic Flåm Railway and the Bergen Railway Train, bus, and boat fares included.
Private Tour – A Full-Day Round Trip to Hardangerfjord from Bergen
If you are looking for a well-rounded fjord day trip from Bergen then this offers just that. A 1-day fjord cruise from Bergen where you experience the full majesty of Hardangerfjord, one of Norway’s most beautiful fjords, in a single day on this 10-hour private tour from Bergen.
Follow a picturesque highway to this spectacular fjord, and spend the day enjoying its beauty and nature. Visit the Hardangervidda Nature Centre, stop for a tasty Norwegian lunch, see the Vøringfossen waterfall and more. Private round-trip transport and hotel pickup and drop-off in Bergen included.
Guided Norway Roundtrip: Bergen to Bergen
Want to make the most of your visit to Norway by seeing some of its most alluring landscapes in one hassle-free day trip? Then this is the perfect tour to that with a dedicated guide, travel by bus through charming villages toward the town of Gudvangen, by boat through the UNESCO World
Heritage-listed fjords of Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjord, and by train along the Flåm Railway, famed for its sweeping views of the surrounding landscape. You can book the tour via Viator.
Hardangerfjord Day Trip from Bergen
Hardangerfjord is one of the best places to see fjords in Norway. Discover the stunning scenery of Hardangerfjord during this 12-hour roundtrip adventure from Bergen.
Marvel at this waterway’s mix of towering mountains, thundering waterfalls, and pastoral orchards as you explore the many attractions along its 111-mile length. A mix of railroad, bus and boat transfers help add to the adventure. You can book the tour via Viator.
Bergen to Flam Cruise -The King of Fjords
Get the best of Bergen fjord sightseeing and admire panoramic views of Norway’s fjords during this full-day cruise from Bergen to Flam.
Sail through the Sognefjord, the longest and deepest fjord in the country, and stop at small coastal villages along the journey.
Discover Flam with free time to explore independently and then board the boat for the return trip to Bergen complete with views of mountains and waterfalls. You can book the tour via Viator.
Guided One Day Private Tour From Bergen To Naeoyfjord And Flam
You don’t have to know the best time to cruise the fjords as this is fjord tour runs all year round and it will take you through some of the most beautiful landscapes in Fjord Norway.
You get to sample all the best ways to see fjords in Norway. The trip includes a private guide and car, Fjord cruise, Bergen Railway, Flåm Railway, and is Norway’s most popular tour. Passing through Gudvangen, at the bottom of the Nærøyfjord, board the electric ship “Future of the fjords” to Flåm.
The Nærøyfjord is surrounded by high mountains and is a beautiful sight both in summer and winter. One of the best fjord day trips in winter too. In Flåm, the trip continues with the Flåm Railway which is one of the world’s steepest railway tracks on normal tracks.
The 20 km long train journey takes 1 hour. At Myrdal station, a train changes to the Bergen Railway which takes you to Voss where you are picked up by car and take you back to Bergen. You can book the tour via Viator.
A 6 hour Day Trip Fjordcruise & Round Trip To Skjerjehamn
This another tour that allows you to make the most of your visit to Bergen. A fjord cruise and Skjerjehamn tour. Learn about the highlights of the area with curated commentary from a guide, including Nordhordland, Skjerjehamn, and the tidal currents of Alverstraumen.
This tour travels via express boat, saving time and allowing travellers to get a full experience of the area in a shortened tour. You can book this tour via Viator.
The Fjords In A Nutshell Sognefjord, Flåm & Gudvangen
Looking for tips on how to see fjords from Bergen on a tight schedule? Look no further! Experience the unparalleled beauty of the fjords on this comprehensive 2-day tour.
Enjoy a scenic ferry ride across the Sognefjord, discover the massive tree caves of the Lærdal tunnel, and marvel at the pristine splendor of the UNESCO-protected Nærøyfjorden.
If you wish, take a train ride on the celebrated Flåmsbana Railway. This customizable tour allows you to set your own itinerary. Guided tour to some of the most beautiful sights in Norway. You can book this tour via Viator.
A 5-Hour Bergen Day Trip To The Osterfjord
If you are visiting Norway as part of a cruise around Europe and looking for the perfect well-rounded excursion, then this is one to consider.
Make the most of your time ashore with this special half-day tour to The Osterfjord and the Golden Circle of Bergen. Enjoy the stunning scenery while listening to a guide’s engaging commentary. You can book this tour via Viator.
Private And Luxury Yacht Fjord Cruise From Bergen to Mostraumen
Travelling as a group or family? Then the perfect private and customised fjord tour is the way to go. A tailor-made experience where you get to grab lunch at one of the small Norwegian villages as well.
Enjoy a comfortable and private exploring of stunning scenery. All inclusive for an unforgettable experience in the Bergen fjords. Cost of the tour includes refreshments and snack on the trip. You can book this tour via Viator.
Private And Customizable Tour To Sognefjord And Flåm From Bergen
If you are visiting in Norway in the spring or summer then this is one of the best tours to check out. Summer travelers are in for the absolute best time to enjoy the tranquillity of this full day excursion to the Sognefjord. Appointed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The Nærøyfjord is now drenched in colors and snow-capped mountains above enhance the calmness on the mirroring Fjord beneath. It is literally a postcard wonderland. Tour some of the top sites in Norway’s western fjords region and drive the steepest road in Europe with this tour. You can book this tour via Viator.
Self-Guided Sognefjord Day Trip From Bergen To Oslo
If you prefer the freedom of exploring on your own terms but still want a structured tour, this is the perfect self-guide fjord tour. Perfect for those looking for 3 or 2-day fjord tours from Bergen.
Choose your own adventure in Norway on this self-guided trip from Bergen to Oslo including a boat ride on the UNESCO-listed Sognefjord and a scenic train voyage.
Enjoy an included boat ride on this spectacular deep-water fjord, before embarking on a scenic railroad trip on the Flåm and Bergen Railways, admiring the Aurlandsfjord, Nærøyfjord, and the city of Myrdal while en route to Oslo.
This is a Flexible-length trip can be taken over a series of one-to-three days. Perfect for travelers looking for maximum flexibility in their transport options. You can book this tour via Viator.
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I have always heard that Norway is a great place to visit but never thought it offered something as stunning as I just read in your article. Thanks for enlightening me about such an incredile destination.
Bergen is an amazing place to visit. And the fact that it is the gateway to Fjords makes it even more likely you’ll go there when visiting Norway. I didn’t know anything about it last year when I visited it on a business trip and it stays in my memory and I want to go back there soon.
Now I have a wider option to choose from. Thanks for bringing this up. I no longer have to struggle or bother myself finding a good tour to see the Fjord. I have always trusted your judgment and they have been very helpful in the past. I’m sure this is also not going to be an exception.
Amazing photos are being shared and after seeing that one more item was added to my to-do list and I dont know when it will get Completed I also have the desire to visit Norway and Iceland and explore the northern lights out there.