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The 15 Best Boat Trips in Scandinavia

75 tours  ·  from $23 a head

Fjord arms, herring grounds, skerries and city canals. The 15 below range from a one-hour harbour loop to a full day under Arctic cliffs, each priced and clear about deck space and sailing season.

Stockholm: City Archipelago Sightseeing Cruise with Guide - Choosing between 1.5, 2.5, and 3 hours
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Stockholm: City Archipelago Sightseeing Cruise with Guide

1.City Archipelago Sightseeing Cruise with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 10,798 reviews · 1.5 - 3 hours · from $41Our pick

See Stockholm from a classic archipelago ship on a live-guided cruise in English and Swedish. Choose 1.5, 2.5, or 3 hours, listen to stories about the islands and city, and buy drinks and snacks from the onboard cafeteria. The 2.5-hour trip gives you a good balance of scenery and sightseeing, while winter sailings may include ice views and route changes.

“Excellent tour and fun tour guide ! There was plenty of space to move around check out the views from other areas.”

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Reykjavík: Whale Watching and Marine Life Cruise - Getting to the harbor and checking in
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Reykjavík: Whale Watching and Marine Life Cruise

2.Whale Watching and Marine Life Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 9,838 reviews · 3 hours · from $87

Cruise Faxaflói Bay from Reykjavík with trained guides who help you spot minke and humpback whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals, and seabirds. The trip includes indoor and outdoor seating, heated cabins, toilets, WiFi, and a café. Guides such as Maria, Lucky, and Gunther have been praised for their clear wildlife commentary and patient spotting.

“This was one of the best experiences I’ve ever done on holiday. Getting to see two humpback whales in their natural habitat was absolutely phenomenal. The boat was comfortable with many vantage points, and it had a fully stocked bar with loads of snacks and a variety of drinks to choose from. The staff were friendly and informative.”

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Copenhagen: Canal Cruise with Guide - Leaving Ved Stranden and entering the old center
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Copenhagen: Canal Cruise with Guide

3.Canal Cruise with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 9,115 reviews · from $26Best value

Spend one hour cruising Copenhagen’s harbor and canals with an English or Danish guide. You’ll pass Christiansborg, Amalienborg, the Opera House, the Little Mermaid, and the old Stock Exchange. Guides such as Peter, Kristian, and Ali are known for lively commentary, while some departures use multilingual audio instead.

“Great! Lovely to see the city by boat and learn more about it. Highly recommend!”

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From Bergen: The Original Fjord Cruise to Mostraumen - The 30-minute Osterfjord stretch
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From Bergen: The Original Fjord Cruise to Mostraumen

4.The Original Fjord Cruise to Mostraumen

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 8,440 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $93

Sail from Bergen’s Fish Market past Bryggen and into the Osterfjord on a comfortable Rødne boat. You’ll pass steep mountains, waterfalls, and the narrow Mostraumen strait, with time on the sun deck or in a warm cabin. English and Norwegian audio commentary, snacks, hot drinks, toilets, and dog-friendly seating are available onboard.

“Absolutely breathtaking. Make sure you dress up warm- it’s very chilly on deck which is where you want to be if the weather is sunny and crisp like it was for us. Big thank you to the crew who work hard to provide an incredible experience- bravo.”

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Stavanger: Scenic Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord and Preikestolen - Seeing Preikestolen from the Fjord
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Stavanger: Scenic Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord and Preikestolen

5.Scenic Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord and Preikestolen

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,791 reviews · from $82

Sail from Stavanger into Lysefjord on a quiet electric catamaran with panoramic windows, sun decks, Wi-Fi, and an English or Norwegian audio guide. You’ll pause at Fantahålå, Preikestolen, and Hengjanefossen waterfall, where the boat moves close enough for a cool spray. Snacks and drinks are sold onboard.

“Amazing trip. Very reasonable and impressive scenery . Best trip of our time in Norway. Drinks on board not that exepensive either for Norway . Very enjoyable 3 hours”

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Oslo: Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary - Akershus Fortress and the Working Harbor
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Oslo: Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary

6.Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,375 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $44

Cruise Oslofjord for 90 minutes on a quiet electric boat departing opposite the Oslo Opera House. You will pass Akershus Fortress, Aker Brygge, Bygdøy, Gressholmen, Hovedøya, Sørenga, and the Opera House. Use the Voice of Norway app for commentary, or simply enjoy the views with a drink from the onboard café and bar.

“Really enjoyable 1h 30m boat trip. The boat itself is also amazing”

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Tromsø: Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat - Why Skjervøy matters for whale watching
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Tromsø: Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat

7.Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat

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

Leave Tromsø for the herring-rich fjords near Skjervøy aboard Brim Explorer’s hybrid-electric catamaran. Your English-speaking guides, including crew members such as Bee, Adrian, Ivan, or Connor, explain the whales and Arctic coast as you travel. Expect heated lounges, panoramic windows, outdoor decks, onboard drinks, and a long but rewarding day at sea.

“Fantastic day out in the fjords looking for whales! We were really lucky with some great humpback sightings that were really close to our boat. The boat itself was super quiet, which was the main reason I chose Brim. The sailing out to where the whales were was very smooth with just one small rough patch for about 30 mins. The staff/guides on board were fantastic, I loved hearing all the information about the different whales we might see and it was great to hear their enthusiasm. I would definitely tour with them again if I make it back to Tromsø, this time hopefully to see some orcas!Read more”

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Copenhagen: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Boat Tour Option - Starting near Central Station, Tivoli, or the cruise port
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Copenhagen: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Boat Tour Option

8.Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Boat Tour Option

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 4,122 reviews · 1 - 3 days · from $35

Use a 24 or 48-hour RED Sightseeing ticket to reach Copenhagen’s main sights, from Tivoli and Christiansborg to Amalienborg and the Little Mermaid. The optional blue Nettobådene canal cruise adds a one-hour water tour with live commentary, while bus audio is available in 10 languages. Use the app to track vehicles and find stops.

“Easy to get around and see the different neighborhoods. We ended up getting off a few times and saving other areas to bike to on another day. I’d definitely do just the 24hours if you are into walking/biking/taking local transportation since we ended up using those options to visit some of the areas on the tour. We purchased the 48hr ticket and did not use it on day two. It was nice to just get lost and hop on a Lime bike when we needed to head home.”

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Tromsø’s Top-Rated Fjord & Fishing Cruise – All-Inclusive - Ryøya, where the wildlife watching begins
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Tromsø’s Top-Rated Fjord & Fishing Cruise – All-Inclusive

9.Tromsø’s Top-Rated Fjord & Fishing Cruise – All-Inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,017 reviews · from $142

Spend five hours aboard the family-run Capella, cruising Tromsø’s fjords and straits, stopping at Ryøya and Ramfjorden for wildlife viewing and fishing. English-speaking guides share local stories, while fish soup, vegan soup, flatbread, hot drinks, and biscuits are included. The warm cabin matters when Arctic weather turns brisk.

“We had a wonderful time, it was a whole day activity.”

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Stockholm: Archipelago Boat Tour - Finding the boat beside the Gustav III Statue
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Stockholm: Archipelago Boat Tour

10.Archipelago Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,110 reviews · 2 hours · from $39

Set out from Skeppsbron beside the Gustav III Statue for a two-hour English-language cruise through Stockholm’s island world. Your guide may be Joel, Jonatan, Natalie, or another member of the team, sharing stories about Swedish life, royalty, local customs, and the islands. Sit indoors or brave the upper deck for wide views. Snacks and drinks are sold on board.

“Beautiful scenery, great boat ride! Sit outside even if it’s cold :)”

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Bergen: Mostraumen Fjord & Waterfall Cruise - Following the 27-kilometer Osterfjord
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Bergen: Mostraumen Fjord & Waterfall Cruise

11.Mostraumen Fjord & Waterfall Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,990 reviews · from $81

From Bergen, cruise past Bryggen and along 27-kilometer Osterfjord toward the narrow Mostraumen strait. You can watch from the sundeck, warm up inside with a hot drink, and listen to English commentary. Captain Harald has sometimes welcomed passengers on the bridge, and the boat returns to Bergen after about four hours.

“Enjoyed the cruise. Even on a foggy and rainy day, we enjoyed the views!”

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From Svolvær: Lofoten Islands Silent Trollfjord Cruise - From Svolvær harbour to the open waters
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From Svolvær: Lofoten Islands Silent Trollfjord Cruise

12.From Svolvær: Lofoten Islands Silent Trollfjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,979 reviews · 3 hours · from $140

Set out from Svolvær on Brim Explorer’s three-hour hybrid-electric cruise to Trollfjord. Ride in warm indoor lounges or on open decks, listen to an English-speaking guide, watch for white-tailed eagles, and, when conditions allow, see beneath the fjord with a sub-water drone. Guides have included Tobias, Adrian, Bee, Margot, and Ivan.

“Absolutely beautiful cruise around Trollfjord! A peaceful and unforgettable experience — highly recommend if you’re visiting Lofoten.”

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Reykjavík: Whale Watching Cruise on the Amelia Rose Yacht - What the Amelia Rose feels like on the water
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Reykjavík: Whale Watching Cruise on the Amelia Rose Yacht

13.Whale Watching Cruise on the Amelia Rose Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,911 reviews · 3 hours · from $107

Sail from Reykjavík’s Old Harbor for up to three hours aboard the Amelia Rose, an offshore yacht with three viewing decks, a warm lounge, bar, WiFi, and blankets. Guides such as Lucky and Roman help you spot minke and humpback whales, dolphins, and porpoises. Hotel pickup is optional, and a return ticket is offered if no wildlife appears.

“We really loved our time whale watching on the Amelia Rose Yacht! We were lucky with good weather in the morning and saw a few Humpback whales and many Minke whales. The guide was very helpful teaching us how to spot the first signs of whales coming to the surface. The wind on the deck of the boat does get cold so bundle up! And there is a nice seating area inside with a bar and a bathroom if needed. We also enjoyed the smaller crowd on this boat and were able to see most of the whales spotted between the three levels of decks available.”

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Stockholm: Highlights Boat Tour - Boarding at Strömkajen and choosing your seat
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Stockholm: Highlights Boat Tour

14.Highlights Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,542 reviews · from $39

See Stockholm from the water on a 135-minute cruise from Strömkajen. You’ll pass under bridges, through the lock linking the Baltic Sea with Lake Mälaren, and past Gamla Stan, Södermalm, the Essinge islands, Hammarby Sjöstad, and Royal Djurgården. Recorded commentary is available in 10 languages, with a café, toilets, and limited outdoor seating onboard.

“Good boat, friendly staff, but boat really needs WiFi! My phone wasn’t working and could have used a password to get a map back to hotel. Staff did try to help but were busy. Please bring your own headphones and QR code reader. Lots of languages available for prerecorded audio.”

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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise With Stop On Land At Fish Racks - Ramfjorden brings the first big views
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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise With Stop On Land At Fish Racks

15.Arctic Fjord Cruise With Stop On Land At Fish Racks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,268 reviews · 4 hours · from $125

From Tromsø, you’ll cruise around Kvaløya’s bays, islands, and fjords with English-speaking guides such as Fred, Tobias, Frida, and Francesca. Expect warm lounges, outdoor decks, a quiet hybrid-electric catamaran, underwater drone footage, wildlife spotting, and a weather-dependent stop at a local fish farm and fish-rack museum.

“Fantastic activity- almost felt like a hidden gem in the very busy Tromsø. A MUST do activity!”

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