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The 15 Best Tours in Norway

169 tours  ·  from $15 a head

Norway is long and most of the good parts are water. The 15 below cover the fjord arms out of Bergen and Stavanger, the Arctic light in Tromsø and the Lofoten crossings, with prices, sailing times and which ones keep running through winter.

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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Tromsø: Reindeer Sledding & Feeding with a Sami Guide - Meeting the herd of about 300 reindeer
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Tromsø: Reindeer Sledding & Feeding with a Sami Guide

2.Reindeer Sledding & Feeding with a Sami Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,417 reviews · 4 hours · from $198

Travel by bus from Tromsø to a Sami reindeer camp, where you can feed a herd of about 300 animals, take a reindeer sled ride, and eat a hot meal in a lavuu tent. Sami guides such as Ilya, Maria, and Inga share personal stories, explain reindeer herding, and perform traditional joik singing around the fire.

“Feeding the reindeer was super cool. The Sami guides are knowledgeable and really interesting. The hot drinks and cookies were nice refreshments to warm up. The sledding was nice, would have been even better if it had been a longer ride!”

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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

3.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

4.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

5.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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From Tromsø: Aurora Borealis Tour - What the six-hour evening feels like
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From Tromsø: Aurora Borealis Tour

6.Aurora Borealis Tour

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

Join Arctic Breeze AS for a six-hour Aurora Borealis hunt from Tromsø. Guides such as Brynjar, Oscar, Mattia, and Andy use weather forecasts and local knowledge to find clearer skies, sometimes driving toward Finland. You get a thermal suit, hot drinks, tripod, camera help, portrait photos, and a central Tromsø drop-off.

“We got to see the northern lights for almost 2 hours non stop”

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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

7.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

8.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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Tromsø: Self-Drive Husky Dog Sledding Adventure - Meeting at Scandic Ishavshotel
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Tromsø: Self-Drive Husky Dog Sledding Adventure

9.Self-Drive Husky Dog Sledding Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,498 reviews · from $328

Meet more than 130 Alaskan huskies on Kvaløya, learn to handle your own sled, and take turns driving through Arctic scenery for about 70 to 80 minutes. Arctic Adventure Tours provides transport, thermal suits, boots, and gloves, followed by hot drinks and cake in a Sami lavvo. Basic fitness is needed.

“This was by far the best activity we did in Tromso. When we arrived the dogs were all super excited to see us. We were allowed to play with them for a bit before getting in our sleds. They provided warm outer wear so we were not cold. Sledding through the beautiful mountains was amazing. Spectacular and fun. The owner was great and provided us with warm drinks and cake after and told us all about the huskies. It’s definitely worth the money and a must do in Tromso.”

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Tromsø: Reindeer Camp and Sami Cultural Tour with Lunch - Feeding 300 reindeer by hand
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Tromsø: Reindeer Camp and Sami Cultural Tour with Lunch

10.Reindeer Camp and Sami Cultural Tour with Lunch

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

Travel about 35 to 40 minutes from Tromsø to a Sámi reindeer camp. Feed a herd of up to 300 reindeer, warm up with hot chocolate and cookies, eat reindeer stew or vegetarian soup, then hear Sámi stories and joik singing from guides such as Johannes, Inga, Igna, or Daniel.

“Amazing time feeding the reindeers - not rushed and able to take plenty of photographs - kids loved it. Nice food, although could have offered second portion, and plenty of hot drinks. Not too far on the coach - 35 mins or so. Meeting point instructions could be clearer - it is underground, on the side of the bus station closest to the harbour.”

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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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Oslo Nature Walks: Island Hopping Tour - Starting beside Oslo City Hall
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Oslo Nature Walks: Island Hopping Tour

13.Oslo Nature Walks: Island Hopping Tour

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

Join an English-speaking guide such as Patrick, Shaf, or Giovanni for a four-hour Oslo fjord walk using public ferries. Visit Hovedøya, Gressholmen, and a cabin island from April to August, or two islands in the colder months. Expect about 7 km of walking, island history, forest paths, beaches, and seasonal hot drinks.

“Meet point was easy to find and Neil our guide was welcoming, very knowledgeable and the whole group enjoyed our time and learnt a lot while seeing some beautiful scenery.”

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Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase Minibus Tour - Leaving Tromsø after dark
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Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase Minibus Tour

14.Northern Lights Chase Minibus Tour

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

Set out from Tromsø with Polar Adventures for a seven-hour Northern Lights chase. Your English-speaking guide studies the clouds and aurora forecast, then may drive toward Finland or another clear-sky spot. Expect hot chocolate, marshmallows, thermal suits, guide-taken photos, and plenty of cold-weather waiting. Guides such as Joanna, Aneta, Romain, and Hans Eric are praised for persistence and clear explanations.

“It was marvellous experience :) I saw very strong Aurora”

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Tromsø: Reindeer Sled, Dinner, and Chance of Northern Lights - Leaving Tromsø at 6 p.m.
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Tromsø: Reindeer Sled, Dinner, and Chance of Northern Lights

15.Reindeer Sled, Dinner, and Chance of Northern Lights

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,651 reviews · 4h 30m · from $219

Leave Tromsø at 6 p.m. for a Sami camp with about 300 reindeer. Feed the herd, take a nighttime sled ride, eat a three-course dinner, and warm up with hot drinks in a candlelit gamme. Guides such as Anna, Luona, and Thea share Sami stories and joik. The Aurora is possible, never promised.

“reindeer stew was delicious. Cake too. just had too little time. because of nothern light”

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