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The 15 Best Fjord Cruises in Norway

33 tours  ·  from $36 a head

A fjord from the road is scenery. A fjord from the water is scale. The 15 below cover Mostraumen, Nærøyfjord, Lysefjord and the Trollfjord, compared on sailing time, boat size and whether you get an open deck.

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

1.The Original Fjord Cruise to Mostraumen

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

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

2.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

3.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’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

4.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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Tromsø: Fjords and Sommarøy Islands Tour with Salmon Picnic - Fjords, frozen water, and roadside views
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Tromsø: Fjords and Sommarøy Islands Tour with Salmon Picnic

5.Fjords and Sommarøy Islands Tour with Salmon Picnic

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

Join a 4.5-hour bus tour from Tromsø to Sommarøy with English or Spanish guidance. Expect fjord viewpoints, island scenery, local food, coffee, and a beach tasting of salmon, cheeses, fruit, sweets, and cured meats. Guides such as Andreas, Cande, Joana, and Laura are known for lively storytelling. Bring swimwear and a towel for the optional Arctic dip.

“Andreas was a great tour guide and funny. Thankfully, he was able to keep everybody in check so there was stalling. The views were beautiful. The picnic was some cheese, salmon, crackers, fruit, two kinds of salami (one probably reindeer), hot chocolate, teas and marshmallows that you could roast over the fire. One suggestion for improvement is to have the small area around fire and seats cleared of ice at least. It was slippery so it felt a little dangerous with having the fire on. Other than that the trip was excellent and offered really beautiful sightings! Thank you.”

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

6.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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Geiranger: Dalsnibba, Flydalsjuvet, Eagle Bend & Fjords Tour - Finding the coach beside the Geiranger 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 coach driver for a cruise-friendly tour above Geirangerfjord. You’ll stop at Flydalsjuvet, Djupvatnet Lake, Dalsnibba at 1,500 meters, and Eagle Bend, with live commentary and time for photos. Guides such as Kira, Daniel, and Keira have been praised for clear local stories, but Dalsnibba depends on weather and road access.

“Our expert guide Kira provided an interesting commentary about Geiranger local history, way of life and the geography. What a beautiful place! Our driver kept us safe with her expert driving.”

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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

8.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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Oslo: Fjord Evening Cruise with Shrimp Buffet - Finding the boat at Rådhusbrygge 3
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Oslo: Fjord Evening Cruise with Shrimp Buffet

9.Fjord Evening Cruise with Shrimp Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,956 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Meet at Rådhusbrygge 3 and board a restored wooden sailing ship for a three-hour Oslofjord cruise. You will pass Hovedøya, Dyna Lighthouse, Bygdøy, and Huk Bay while eating an all-you-can-eat shrimp buffet. Bring warm clothes, arrive early for the best seating, and plan to buy drinks at the onboard bar.

“Was very good. The experience and the view was wonderful.”

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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise in Polar Landscapes - Tromsø and the Arctic Cathedral from the water
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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise in Polar Landscapes

10.Arctic Fjord Cruise in Polar Landscapes

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,442 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $120

Sail from Tromsø for 3.5 hours on a spacious catamaran with English or Norwegian guides. You’ll pass the Arctic Cathedral, islands, villages, and snow-covered fjords while watching for sea eagles, seals, foxes, reindeer, and porpoises. Guides such as Daniel and Jana add wildlife facts and photography tips, with free tea and coffee waiting inside.

“an absolute must on your visit to Norway. The boat was warm, spacious with plenty of room to enjoy spectacular scenes. The staff and guides in board were helpful and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend this voyage”

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Oslo: Guided Sightseeing Fjord Cruise on Premium Silent Boat - Akershus Fortress and the Opera House
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Oslo: Guided Sightseeing Fjord Cruise on Premium Silent Boat

11.Guided Sightseeing Fjord Cruise on Premium Silent Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,390 reviews · from $64

Cruise Oslofjord for two hours aboard Ms Brisen, a quiet electric boat with three outdoor decks, two warm panoramic saloons, and an onboard cafe. An English-speaking guide such as Susie, Sarah, or Frederick explains Oslo’s landmarks, islands, wildlife, and maritime past as you pass the Opera House, Akershus Fortress, Dyna Lighthouse, Bygdøy, and Hovedøya.

“Beautiful ship with lovely scenery. A relaxing way to pass a morning in Oslo!”

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Stavanger: Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord and Pulpit Rock - Leaving Stavanger from Strandkaien
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Stavanger: Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord and Pulpit Rock

12.Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord and Pulpit Rock

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,357 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $89

Sail from Strandkaien into Lysefjord on a 2.5-hour Helgøy Skyssbåt cruise. You will see Preikestolen from the water, Fantahåla, Ådnøy, and the Whiskey waterfall, with live or audio commentary in six languages. The clean, wheelchair-accessible boat has indoor seating, outdoor viewing areas, toilets, and refreshments.

“Sensational trip amazing views an absolute must for anyone visiting Stavanger”

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Bergen: Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway - The coach ride from Bergen
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Bergen: Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway

13.Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,047 reviews · 10h 30m · from $418

Spend about 10.5 hours moving from Bergen through Norway’s fjord country by coach, electric ferry, and train. Visit Njardarheimr Viking village, cruise the Nærøyfjord aboard Future of the Fjords, and ride the Flåm Railway to Myrdal. Guides such as Michael, Maria, Tracy, and Ivan add history and humor in English or Spanish.

“Excellent day out, Ivan was a brilliant guide, very informative. Highly recommend.”

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From Tromsø: Arctic Roadtrip: fjords tour with scenic picnic - The Sommarøy route and its changing views
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From Tromsø: Arctic Roadtrip: fjords tour with scenic picnic

14.Arctic Roadtrip: fjords tour with scenic picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 973 reviews · from $123

Spend 4.5 to 5.5 hours touring Kvaløya and nearby fjords in a comfortable minibus. Guides such as Tom, Armand, Joaquin, and Bogdan lead photo stops, serve a homemade vegan sandwich with cookies and hot drinks, and send web-resolution photos afterward. Routes may change with the weather.

“Our tour guide was Armand, he was great with finding good spots to stop. The free photos turned out great.”

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Tromsø: Arctic Landscape and Fjord Tour with Snacks - Eidvegen and Håkøya: early views without a rush
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Tromsø: Arctic Landscape and Fjord Tour with Snacks

15.Arctic Landscape and Fjord Tour with Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 804 reviews · from $132

Join an English-speaking guide such as Mansoor, Abdul, or Ahmad for a five-hour minivan tour from Tromsø through fjords, snowy valleys, and coastal viewpoints. You’ll stop often for photos, receive help with phone pictures, and warm up with hot chocolate and traditional lefse cake. Thermal suits may be available if requested 24 hours ahead.

“Tour was very well arranged and we had stops at some beautiful landscapes of Tromso. overall the trip was good and provides a good tour of fjords and tromso region (in case you didn't rent or drive a car there). our tour guide Ahmad also helped us with clicking some very good pictures”

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