Top 5 trips to Norway's scenic fjords
Are you planning a visit to Norway's famous fjords? Norway is a country of magnificent fjords, impressive mountains and breathtaking views. It is also a country of vast and varied landscapes, and it can be a challenge to decide what to see, and how to get around.
We've gathered 5 unique tours that offer a taste of the very best – from serene fjord landscapes to must-see destinations and activities. Explore the best of Norway with our popular Nutshell tours.
Our Nutshell tours let you experience the best of Norway by train, bus and fjord cruise through spectacular fjord landscapes and enchanting villages.
Travel responsibly and in a comfortable way, while taking in the beautiful fjord scenery with surging waterfalls, steep valleys and majestic mountains.
See Norway your way!
You decide how long you want to spend on your tour. Several of our Nutshell tours can be taken as a day trip. However, you can choose to extend your tour by adding overnight stays and exciting local activities along the route
Travel responsibly and in a comfortable way, while taking in the beautiful fjord scenery with surging waterfalls, steep valleys and majestic mountains.
See Norway your way!
You decide how long you want to spend on your tour. Several of our Nutshell tours can be taken as a day trip. However, you can choose to extend your tour by adding overnight stays and exciting local activities along the route
Discover our popular Nutshell tours:
Norway in a Nutshell ®
Our most popular tour shows you the very best of Norway. The tour includes an electric fjord cruise on the stunning UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord, a ride on the Bergen Railway and the Flåm Railway, two of the world's most scenic railway lines. You can take the tour in a single day, but we recommend taking longer to experience even more.
Highlights
Sognefjord in a Nutshell™
Enjoy a relaxing fjord cruise on the Sognefjord, the second longest fjord in the world. Experience two of the world’s most beautiful train rides, the Flåm Railway and Bergen Railway. The trip can be completed in a single day but is best when combined with an overnight stay in the scenic fjord villages of Flåm or Balestrand.
Highlights
- Start in Oslo, Bergen, or Voss
- A scenic fjord cruise on the amazing Sognefjord
- A journey on the scenic Bergen Railway and the historic Flåm Railway
- Visit Flåm and Balestrand, two traditional villages right by the fjord
Hardangerfjord in a Nutshell™
Discover the exceptional beauty of Hardangerfjord, one of Norway's premier destinations. Explore local life and Norwegian traditions while visiting enchanting villages, famous waterfalls, and dramatic mountains.
Highlights
- Start in Oslo or Bergen
- Fjord cruise on the scenic Hardangerfjord
- Express boat cruise between Bergen and Rosendal
- The famous Vøringsfossen waterfall and the Norwegian Nature Centre
- High mountain landscapes on the Hardangervidda plateau
- The scenic Bergen Railway
UNESCO Geirangerfjord in a Nutshell™
This world-famous fjord is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and on many people's bucket list. The tour includes some of the finest nature in Norway. Discover the Romsdal Alps and the tight bends on Trollstigen, 'The Troll Road'. The tour includes a boat trip to beautiful Geiranger and Geirangerfjord – the crown jewel of the Norwegian fjords.
Highlights
- Start in Oslo, Bergen, Trondheim, Ålesund, or Åndalsnes
- A cruise on the world famous Geirangerfjord
- Spectacular Trollstigen
- The one-of-a-kind Art Nouveau city of Ålesund by the Atlantic Ocean
- Åndalsnes and Romsdalen, home to mountain sports
Lysefjord in a Nutshell™
This tour takes you to Preikestolen, the Pulpit Rock. The famous rock formation is known from movies including Mission Impossible and is one of Norway’s most photographed natural attractions. Combine the tour with a fjord cruise on the Lysefjord and strolling through charming city life in Stavanger.
Highlights
- Start in Oslo, Bergen, Stavanger, or Kristiansand
- A scenic fjord cruise with a view of Preikestolen
- An optional hike to the top of Preikestolen (in summer season only)
- An overnight stay in the lovely fjord city of Stavanger
Sognefjord in a Nutshell™ and Hardangerfjord in a Nutshell™
This route combines a journey through two of Norway's most beautiful fjords. Cruise the stunning Sognefjord and visit the idyllic landscapes of the Hardangerfjord on the same tour. Start and end in Oslo on an unforgettable journey through fairy tale settings.
UNESCO Geirangerfjord in a Nutshell™ and Norway in a Nutshell®
Experience the world-famous Geirangerfjord and its magnificent waterfalls. Visit Ålesund and travel up Trollstigen, Norway's most iconic scenic mountain road. Discover breathtaking nature and one the spectacular Nærøyfjord. Get close to stunning nature in a responsible way and ride the rails on some of the worlds best train journeys.
Norway in a Nutshell® with Lysefjord & Preikestolen
Discover the beauty of Norway's majestic landscapes and pulsating city life in one tour! This tour combines Lysefjord in a Nutshell™ and the legendary Norway in a Nutshell® tour to bring you close to Norway's best highlights. Experience UNESCO-protected scenery, our most epic rock formation, Preikestolen, and much more!
Get inspired!
Looking for inspiration for your next trip? Dive into all things Norwegian, from the Northern lights, to famous movie locations and delicious culinary delights.
Norway´s famous fjords
It’s no secret that Norway is famous for its magnificent fjords. No trip to Norway would be complete without a visit to one of the world-famous fjords! We’ve put together a list of the most famous and beautiful fjords Norway has to offer, so you can plan your next trip to our fair land.
Sognefjord in a Nutshell™ highlights
The Ledleys experienced Flåm and the famous Norwegian fjords on their visit to Norway. This is the very best experiences on the Sognefjord in a Nutshell tour.
The Flåm Railway - one of the world's best train journeys
Lonely Planet named it the best train journey in the world. Norway's Flåm Railway is a truly unique experience of breathtaking nature and quaint fjord villages. "It's so powerful and dramatic," says Audrey Olson, who experienced the train journey as part of the Sognefjord in a Nutshell tour.
A fjord for everyone
It seems like everywhere you look in Norway, there is another amazing fjord full of dazzling sights and experiences. With over 1,100 fjords throughout the country, even most locals have not seen them all. But, when you visit Norway, going on a fjord safari is an absolute must since they are such a big part of the country’s identity.
Discover all our tours
Whether you're daydreaming about Norway or ready to book your ticket now, it’s always great to explore your options. The journey starts here with our collections of top tours.