The 15 Best Shore Excursions in Norway

1.Geiranger Shore Excursion: Mt. Dalsnibba and Eagle Road

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 718 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129Our pick

Travel from Geiranger port to Flydalsjuvet, Mount Dalsnibba, Lake Djupvatn, and the Eagle Road. Expect a 3.5-hour guided coach tour, steep mountain roads, changing weather, and outstanding fjord viewpoints. Guides such as Claudia, Gabriele, and Gabriel have been singled out for clear, friendly commentary.

“Had a great time. We saw so much on this trip and walked a lot. Our guide was great. It is nice to travel in smaller groups.”

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2.The Wonders of Flam Guided Half-Day Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 668 reviews · 5 hours · from $140

Join an English or German-speaking guide such as Alexa, Salome, Sam, or Lawrence for a five-hour Flåm shore excursion. Ride through the 24.5-kilometer Lærdal Tunnel, visit Borgund Stave Church and Lærdalsøyri, and reach Stegastein for broad Aurlandsfjord views.

“We saw so much in a five-hour period. The driver Sophie was amazing on the narrow roads and our guide Alexa was a wealth of information.”

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3.Haugesund Shore Excursion: Åkrafjorden & Langfoss waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 554 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $108

Meet your guide beside Haugesund’s cruise dock for a 5 to 6-hour trip to 612-meter Langfoss, Åkrafjorden, Haraldshaugen, and a fjord-view café stop. Guides such as Aline, Lily, Jamie, and Christina add history, humor, music, and local detail along the way.

“The instructions and ease of finding from our ship was exemplar. Our guide was super informative and engaging. It was quite a long way to get to the falls but at least we got to see some of Norway that we had not seen on shorter tours. Our guide Alina was charming and told us lots of information. The tour was also cheaper than identical ship tour”

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4.Olden Shore Excursion: the Amazing Briksdal Glacier

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 431 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $128

Meet near Olden’s cruise pier for a guided drive beside Oldevatnet, then walk the paved trail to Briksdal Glacier and its ice-filled lake. Guides such as Lulu, Laura, and Gabriel have been praised for clear commentary and friendly help. Allow for uphill sections, rain, and wet spray near the waterfall.

“So cool to get so close to a glacier! There were also some very nice waterfalls. Bus ride was comfortable and guide knew her stuff.”

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5.Alesund Shore Excursion: From Fjords to Trolls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 319 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $187

Travel from Ålesund through Valldal to Gudbrandsjuvet and the Trollstigen Plateau, with stops at fjords, waterfalls, the Rose Church, and Trollveggen when open. Guides such as Lulu, Claudia, Giulia, and Dani have earned warm praise. Lunch is optional, and the road closure changes the route.

“This was a great excursion and really got you out to see some of the beautiful natural beauty that makes up this part of Norway. That being said, it is a long day and mostly on the bus and the bus had some very steep steps which was a bit hard if you have limited mobility. But all in all a wonderful experience and well worth it!”

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6.Alesund Shore Excursion: The Ultimate Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 285 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $143

You’ll travel from Ålesund’s port to the Sunnmøre Museum, across island roads and tunnels to Alnes Lighthouse, then return through the Art Nouveau center. Guides such as Sandra, Denise, Dani, and others provide English commentary, though mixed-language groups and up to 45 people can affect the experience.

“This was a very informative tour and provided some amazing photo ops. The views from the Alnes Lighthouse were amazing. Sunnmore Museum provided the opportunity to see how homes were built in centuries past as well different boats.”

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7.Waterfalls of Hardangerfjord Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 268 reviews · from $101

Leave Bergen with an English-speaking guide such as Bas, Bailey, or Salome for a six-hour waterfall and fjord tour. Visit three waterfalls, walk behind Steinsdalsfossen, stop in Norheimsund, and ride scenic roads beside Hardangerfjord.

“Awesome trip!! Comfortable bus, plenty of time to enjoy each destination. Bus was friendly & created a great experience!!”

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8.Andalsnes Shore Excursion: the Troll Road and Troll Wall

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 144 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $123

From Åndalsnes, ride by coach toward Trollstigen, watch the Trollfolk film, see Stigfossen, and visit Trollveggen. Guides such as Denise, Julia, Peter, and Silvia add local stories. Note that Trollstigen and its viewpoints were closed for the 2024 season because of rockfall danger, so the route may be revised.

“Great scenery, several stops off the bus. Sweet friendly guides. Adapted tour well. Would do again.bbbbbb”

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9.Briksdal Glacier Guided Hiking Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 123 reviews · 4 hours · from $146

Travel by coach from Olden’s cruise pier through Olden Valley, then hike 45 to 60 minutes toward Briksdal Glacier, an arm of Jostedal Glacier. Guides such as Anna, Sam, and Elisabet add useful local and geographic detail. Expect a steep opening section, cool mountain air, and about 2.5 hours at the glacier.

“Anna the guide was exceptional. The trip was excellent well organised (the driver also very good) can’t think of anyway in particular that it could be improved.”

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10.Oslo Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 121 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $46Best value

See Oslo from an open-top double-decker bus with a 24-hour ticket, 17 stops, audio commentary in eight languages, and free Wi-Fi. The route links the cruise terminals, Royal Palace, Vigeland Sculpture Park, Bygdøy museums, Akershus Fortress, the Opera House, and MUNCH. English is offered.

“Easy pick up right at the port. We had limited time as we were visiting Oslo as a port of call on the beautiful Emerald Princess and it was forecast to rain in the afternoon so we wanted to see as much as possible while we had sunshine. Bust stops were convenient and ran about every 30 minutess”

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11.The Best of Geiranger Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 66 reviews · 7h 30m · from $188

Travel from Hellesylt to Geiranger by sightseeing bus, with stops at Europe’s deepest lake, Stryn, Oppstryn, a waterfall, Djupvatn, and Dalsnibba. An English-speaking guide, mountain views, and a back-to-ship guarantee make this a strong full-day choice, weather permitting.

“Mi è piaciuta l'organizzazione e l'itinerario proposto... Avendo con me i miei genitori che non capivano l'inglese aver avuto la guida in italiano avrebbe aiutato a rendere l'escursione ancora più interessante per tutti”

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12.Norway Lofoten Private Shore Excursion from Leknes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $343Top rated

From Leknes, Gunnar drives your private group through Lofoten for 6 to 8 hours. Expect Haukland Beach, a local seaweed shop, Nusfjord fishing village, Rambergstranda, and Reine, plus coffee, water, and optional lunch.

“Amazing trip. Gunnar was a perfect host who loves his country with a passion. Lofoten Islands has always been on our bucket list and we would say its our favourite place in Norway now.”

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13.Karmøy and Norwegian Culture Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 4 reviews · 4 hours · from $229

Travel from Haugesund across Karmøy by air-conditioned bus with an English-speaking local guide. See Åkrasanden Beach, Ferkingstad fishermen, Skudeneshavn’s white wooden streets, and Avaldsnes with St. Olav’s Church. A light lunch and photo stops are included.

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14.Shore Excursion Full day Private Tour in Lofoten

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $461

Meet your English-speaking guide at Gravdal Port and spend 6 to 7 hours visiting Nusfjord, Skagsanden Beach, Hamnoy, Reine, Å, and Sakrisoya. Private transport, coffee, and tea are included. Guide Eric is praised for his local insight and informative style.

“This was a magnificent day. Eric was very informative and rich in experience. This is our most favorite tour. What a beautiful place”

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15.Nordfjordeid Private Shore Excursion, Glaciers and SkyLift Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews

Travel with a local guide from Nordfjordeid to Hornindalsvatnet, Oldedalen, and Briksdal Glacier. Ride an open-air Troll Car, walk to the glacier tongue, then take the Loen Skylift toward Mount Hoven. Guide Radmyla is named for this experience, and your private group can stop for photos along the way.

“There really is nothing like having a private tour at your destination especially when traveling on a cruise ship where time is precious. Radmyla was a wonderful guide ( and a great driver too!). She knows the ins and outs of the area. She took us Read more”

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