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The 15 Best Tours & Day Trips in Norway

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Everything with a guide, a boat or a sled attached, in one list. The 15 below are the ones worth a whole day, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath.

Tromsø: Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat - Meeting the boat at Kaigata 6
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Tromsø: Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat

1.Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,217 reviews · from $195Our pick

Join Brim Explorer for a nine-hour whale search from Tromsø to the herring-rich fjords near Skjervøy. Ride a heated hybrid-electric catamaran, hear clear explanations from guides such as Connor, Bee, Adrian, and Ivan, and watch for orcas, humpbacks, fin whales, and sperm whales.

“Very nice, beautiful setting. Orcas are a little shy and prefer to play with the small boats around them. Biut unless you would die to see orcas, I appreciated the beautiful setting comfortably seated in the big boat, even if the orcas are more far than on small boats.”

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From Tromsø: Aurora Borealis Tour - Meeting outside Scandic Hotel The Dock
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From Tromsø: Aurora Borealis Tour

2.Aurora Borealis Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,206 reviews · from $181

Join Arctic Breeze AS for a six-hour Aurora hunt from Tromsø. Guides such as Brynjar, Oscar, Mattia, Andy, and Ferenc read the weather, drive toward clearer skies, and help you photograph the lights. A thermal suit, tripod, hot drinks, portrait photo, and central hotel drop-off are included.

“I took this tour 3 times and was impressed every time! Despite terribly snowy/cloudy conditions all 3 nights, the guides knew where to find clear skies - sometimes driving 2 hours - and we witnessed the northern lights all 3 nights!! The guides were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. They made sure everyone was able to get their photo taken with the aurora. They posted the photos by 12 pm the next day. If I’m ever back in Tromso this is the only company I would book with again!”

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Tromsø: Fjords and Sommarøy Islands Tour with Salmon Picnic - Photo stops where the weather makes the view
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Tromsø: Fjords and Sommarøy Islands Tour with Salmon Picnic

3.Fjords and Sommarøy Islands Tour with Salmon Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,922 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $112

Spend 4.5 hours exploring fjords and Sommarøy from Tromsø with an English or Spanish-speaking guide. Expect photo stops, local stories, warm drinks, wild salmon, reindeer and elk meat, and a brief chance to swim in the Arctic Ocean. Guides such as Andreas, Cande, Joanna, and Laura are praised for their humor and care.

“My tour was amazing. Andres, our guide had a lot of knowledge. He gave as a lot of information. The picnic was great as well. Thqnk you Ale and Pame for preparing all of that. Everything was just so lovely 😍”

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Tromsø: Reindeer Camp and Sami Cultural Tour with Lunch - Meeting the reindeer herd
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Tromsø: Reindeer Camp and Sami Cultural Tour with Lunch

4.Reindeer Camp and Sami Cultural Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,326 reviews · 4 hours · from $141

Travel by warm coach from Tromsø to a Sami reindeer camp, where you feed a herd of about 300 reindeer, enjoy stew or vegetarian soup, and hear stories and joik songs in a lavvu. Guides such as Johannes, Inga, and Daniel bring Sami traditions and reindeer herding to life in English.

“The Tromsø Reindeer Camp and Sami Cultural Tour with Lunch was an absolutely beautiful and unforgettable experience. Being so close to the reindeer was magical—they are gentle, fascinating animals, and learning about their role in Sami life made the experience even more special. The landscape was breathtaking: snowy plains, mountains, and a peaceful Arctic atmosphere that felt straight out of a postcard. Meeting the Sami people and learning about their culture, traditions, and history was incredibly interesting and authentic. Their stories and connection to nature made the tour feel meaningful, not just touristic. The lunch was delicious and warm, perfect after spending time outdoors in the ...”

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Oslo Nature Walks: Island Hopping Tour - Starting at Rådhusbrygge 4
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Oslo Nature Walks: Island Hopping Tour

5.Oslo Nature Walks: Island Hopping Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,713 reviews · 4 hours · from $69

Spend four hours ferrying and walking across Oslofjord islands with an English-speaking guide such as Patrick, Shaf, or Giovanni. Explore Hovedøya’s nearly 1,000-year-old abbey ruins, military remains, beaches, forests, and colorful cabin gardens. Bring lunch and sturdy shoes.

“A great overview of the 2 islands- we went in winter. The morning was freezing but pristine. Carolina our guide was very lovely, full of interesting bits and pieces, and secret spots. Morning tea break on the beach with a view was much appreciated & enjoyed. Definitely worth booking.”

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Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase Minibus Tour - A closer look at the route and stops
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Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase Minibus Tour

6.Northern Lights Chase Minibus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,687 reviews · from $172

Spend seven hours chasing the Aurora Borealis from Tromsø with Polar Adventures. Guides such as Romain, Aneta, Joanna, and Hans Eric track weather and cloud breaks, sometimes driving toward Finland. You get thermal suits, hot drinks, snacks, two professional photos, and hotel drop-off.

“Unfortunately we couldn't see much the night we went, but our guide was amazing, explaining everything in detail, being patient with us . Definitely would recommend!”

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Geiranger: Dalsnibba, Flydalsjuvet, Eagle Bend & Fjords Tour - Starting beside the Geiranger cruise pier
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Geiranger: Dalsnibba, Flydalsjuvet, Eagle Bend & Fjords Tour

7.Dalsnibba, Flydalsjuvet, Eagle Bend & Fjords Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,329 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $115

Join an English-speaking guide and skilled driver for a 3.5-hour coach tour from Geiranger’s cruise pier. Stop at Flydalsjuvet, Djupvatnet Lake, Dalsnibba Skywalk, and Eagle Bend, with sharp mountain roads, fjord views, and a back-to-ship guarantee for registered cruise passengers.

“This was our favorite tour of the whole cruise! the scenes were dramatic and awesome. Kira was a fantastic guide, the driver ? Gaia? was excellent. We very much lucked out with the weather also. time at the stops was just right for us.”

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Tromsø: Northern Lights Tour with Free Professional Portrait - What the minibus journey is really like
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Tromsø: Northern Lights Tour with Free Professional Portrait

8.Northern Lights Tour with Free Professional Portrait

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,939 reviews · from $181

Leave Tromsø with guides such as Mansoor, Abdul, or Aram and chase clear skies across northern Norway, sometimes toward Finland. Expect a long evening in a minibus, warm suits, hot blackcurrant juice, a campfire, photography tips, and a free professional aurora portrait.

“Mansoor was a wonderful guide, who explained right up front that whilst there was a plan, plans change and he would do his best to find us the best views for the night”

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Bergen: Past & Present Small Group Guided Walking Tour - Bergenhus Fortress And Norway’s Early Story
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Bergen: Past & Present Small Group Guided Walking Tour

9.Past & Present Small Group Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,609 reviews · 2 hours · from $26Best value

Walk Bergen with a licensed local guide such as Jeff, Janine, Magda, or Eirik. See Bergenhus Fortress and Bryggen, then follow quiet lanes toward Fløibanen and Skostredet while learning about Hanseatic trade, Norwegian history, daily life, and local places to eat.

“Serena was fantastic. I learned so much about Bergen. It was very personal and very enjoyable. Highly recommend doing this tour as soon as you arrive in Bergen. Serena had great recommendations so it could easily help you plan your time here.”

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Oslo: 3-Hour Highlights Bike Tour - Harbor paths and the first view of the fjord
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Oslo: 3-Hour Highlights Bike Tour

10.3-Hour Highlights Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,609 reviews · 3 hours · from $62

Ride Oslo’s mostly flat center with an English-speaking guide, stopping at City Hall, Akershus Fortress, the Royal Palace, Frogner Park, and Tjuvholmen. Comfortable bikes, helmets, and winter spiked tires are provided. Guides such as Patrick, Lucia, Andreas, and Shaf add local stories and practical restaurant tips.

“It was a great way to explore the city with bike. We saw so many unpopular but beautiful places and bikes were easy to use. You’re learning Norway’s history from local people. Patrick was too kind I had lots of fun”

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From Tromsø: Northern Lights Tour - What happens at the Magic Ice Bar meeting point
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From Tromsø: Northern Lights Tour

11.Northern Lights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,601 reviews · from $235

Join Northern Horizon for a seven-hour aurora chase from Tromsø, guided by photographers such as Hermann, Max, Harry, or Bert. Your guide studies the forecast, drives toward clearer skies, and sets up a bonfire with hot drinks, sausages, cookies, and thermal gear while you wait for the lights.

“Information about the trip explained clearly and adhered to. Harry the guide was polite, excellent, knowledgeable about all aspects of the trip, having calculated carefully the best place for viewing the northern lights, and spoke in perfect English and French. The excellent driver was very helpful with putting on the thermal suits and serving the hot drinks and food. First class experience. Thank you Harry and Yorvik.”

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Walking Tour in Bergen of the Past and Present - Starting at Bergenhus Fortress and the old royal center
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Walking Tour in Bergen of the Past and Present

12.Walking Tour in Bergen of the Past and Present

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,575 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $33Top rated

Walk from Bergenhus Fortress through Bryggen, St. Mary’s Church, Fjellsiden, Skostredet, and the Fish Market. An English-speaking local guide such as Jeff, Janine, Emma, or Dane mixes medieval history with practical advice on food, hiking, taxes, homes, and modern Bergen.

“Jeff was so friendly and knowledgable. We expected to go into the city centre to be told about the main attractions but instead were over the moon to be taken from the fort into some of the back lanes and out of the way spots. He kept us entertained with facts and stories for the whole 2 hrs. It really felt like we were taken on a local tour and were discovering secret gems of places including a stop where we bought the most delicious coffee. This was a really good experience walking tour that I would highly recommend.”

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Bergen: City Tour on Foot - Starting at the harbor and Fish Market
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Bergen: City Tour on Foot

13.City Tour on Foot

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,327 reviews · 2 hours · from $30

Walk central Bergen with a local guide such as Martin, Mark, or Neal, tracing the harbor, Fish Market, historic landmarks, and Bryggen’s Hanseatic lanes. Expect clear English or German commentary, local food tips, musical stories, and a gentle pace for $30 over two hours.

“Martin was FANTASTIC. Very informative, engaging and knowledgeable. He knows a lot more than the tour offers so ask away!”

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Tromso: Northern Lights Minibus Tour with Campfire - The minibus ride and changing route
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Tromso: Northern Lights Minibus Tour with Campfire

14.Northern Lights Minibus Tour with Campfire

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,318 reviews · 8 hours · from $167

Join Spirit in the Sky for an 8 to 10-hour aurora chase from Tromsø. Guides such as Christian, Kristian, Nick, and Spiros follow clear skies, sometimes driving to Finland. Expect thermal suits, a campfire, hot drinks, grilled sausages, marshmallows, and free professional photos.

“Amazing northern lights chasing experience! We were lucky with great weather and a solar storm and our guide Nick pulled over many times so we could get the most of each burst. It was also very cold so the winter suits were helpful. The mini bus was very comfortable as well. Overall, great experience”

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From Stavanger: RIB Tour to Lysefjord - Starting at the red wooden house in Stavanger
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From Stavanger: RIB Tour to Lysefjord

15.RIB Tour to Lysefjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,288 reviews · 2 hours · from $131

From Stavanger, FjordEvents takes you by fast RIB into Lysefjord, beneath Preikestolen and close to Hengjanefossen waterfall. English-speaking skippers such as Simon, Eirik, Alex, and Gian combine safety, local stories, music, and quick photo stops. Warm suits, gloves, goggles, and lifejackets are provided.

“Axel was amazing!! Such a fantastic experience. Had the time of our lives”

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