Norway · FJORD CRUISES IN BERGEN
The 10 best fjord cruises in Bergen you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Set out from Bergen’s Fish Market on Rødne Fjord Cruise’s 3.5-hour voyage to Mostraumen. You’ll pass Bryggen, sail through Osterfjord, approach a waterfall, and watch for eagles. English and Norwegian audio commentary, a warm cabin, sun decks, toilets, and snacks for sale make this an easy half-day outing.
“It was a great experience , the crew was great and it was one of greatest moment in my life”
Spend about four hours cruising from Bergen past Bryggen, Nordhordland Bridge, and Osterfjorden to the narrow Mostraumen passage. Expect recorded commentary, large windows, a small kiosk, indoor seating, and outdoor decks. Dress warmly and arrive early for the best window seat.
“Boat is not setup well for a tour cruise. Limited outdoor seating and indoor seating doesn't offer the best views.”
Set out from central Bergen on a 3.5-hour catamaran cruise toward Mostraumen and tiny Modalen. Expect panoramic city views, narrow fjords, waterfalls, seals, goats, and possible eagle sightings. Sit in the warm cabin, step onto the open deck, and listen to audio guiding in English or Norwegian.
“Not a vehicle for viewing anything Couldn’t sit upstairs there were only two benches. Downstairs you are crammed in like cattle and can’t see if you are seated in the middle. Would not recommend”
Sail from central Bergen along 27 kilometers of Osterfjord to the narrow Mostraumen strait. This 4-hour daytime cruise offers mountain views, waterfalls, villages, onboard snacks, and commentary from the crew. Guide Miriam has earned special praise, but bring layers and arrive early for the best window seat.
“The view, the air, the gorgeous mountains and waterfalls, the feeling of being on the Viking sea on the fjords, and the camaraderie of passengers onboard... Would have like a poser snack bar..bistro-like would have been nicer... well organized and a good experience...”
Travel from Bergen to Flåm with an English-speaking guide and a group limited to six. Ride the Flåm Railway from Myrdal, cruise Nærøyfjord, visit the railway museum, and return through Gudvangen. Guides named Fary, Faridy, and Freedy have been praised for detailed local commentary and extra help.
“The whole day was excellent! Chauffeured and informed in great detail about Norway by Fary (James) We all had a wonderful visit to the Fjords and Flam Railway The Cook family x”
Leave Bergen at 7:30 am for a full fjord day by private minibus and boat. You’ll see Vik, Hopperstad Stave Church, and Tvindefossen, then taste five ciders at The Cider House in Balestrand. Guide Sunny has led the trip, and non-alcoholic samples are available.
“The tasting was great, but you can do it solo for 1/4 of the cost. The rest was too much sitting. Bus and boat did not provide any great views or fjords”
Set out from Bergen at 8:00 am for a full-day cruise through coastal islands, Sognefjord, and Fjærlandsfjord. Change boats at Balestrand, visit the Norwegian Glacier Museum, then ride by bus to Bøyabreen Glacier. Expect about 13 hours, limited time at each stop, and a private activity for your group.
“Great trip and experience. Only very little time at the museum and for lunch and even less time at the glacier. But everything beautiful”
Meet your English-speaking captain at Strandkaien 3 in Bergen for a private seven-hour cruise to Modalen. Enjoy slow fjord sailing, wine and snacks, a waterfall shower or cold swim, free time in tiny Mo, and views of Bryggen, Sandviken, Eidsvåg, and Fulufjallet.
Leave Bergen at 8:00 for Voss and Myrdal, then ride the Flåm Railway into Flåm before cruising the Nærøyfjord to Gudvangen. Your private English-speaking guide handles the transport and connections. Allow 10 to 12 hours, with lunch and snacks at your own cost.
“what a wonderfull day! our guide F. pick us at the hotelle early and he was explaining a lot of thinks abound norwegian peaple, lactual life in Norway during the hole rroad. It was very interessting and we see superb land. The weather was sunny and we enjoy the journey. Thanks to F. for this nice journeywwhat a wonderfu”
Start with hotel pickup in Bergen, ride to Norheimsund, and board M/Y Iselina Bella with Captain Svein for a private Hardangerfjord cruise. You will see Fossen Bratte, Fyksesund, Steinsdalsfossen, and can stop for lunch and cider at Spildegarden in Øystese.
“Me and my wife was picked up with a BMW X5 at our hotel in Bergen a Friday morning, driving for Hardanger and the village Norheimsund.”
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