The 15 Best Norway Shore Excursions

1.Mt. Dalsnibba and Eagle Road

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 718 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129Our pick

From Geiranger Cruise Terminal, ride to Flydalsjuvet, Mount Dalsnibba’s Skywalk, Lake Djupvatn, and Eagle Road. Expect a 3.5-hour English-guided outing, often on a large coach, with steep hairpin roads, changeable weather, and excellent photo stops. Guides may include Claudia or Gabriele.

“This was the absolute best excursion on my trip in Norway, small quaint little town that took you through all the seasons if you go to Mt. D. Breathtaking pictures and views. And if the little shop is open at the top you will be greeted with the comforting smell of cinnamon and you must try their freshly baked cinnamon rolls- I got mine still steaming - SO GOOD”

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2.The Wonders of Flam Guided Half-Day Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 668 reviews · 5 hours · from $140

Spend five hours touring Flåm’s fjords and mountain roads with guides such as Alexa, Salome, or Lawrence. See Stegastein, Borgund Stave Church, Lærdalsøyri, and the 24.5-kilometer Lærdal Tunnel in one comfortable coach excursion.

“Everything was amazing! And Alexa has been blessed with such a talent, voice and charm that we couldn’t have had a better guide. The route was perfectly curated. I would do this one again in the future!”

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3.Haugesund Shore Excursion: Åkrafjorden & Langfoss waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 554 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $108

Meet near Haugesund’s cruise dock for a 5 to 6-hour coach tour to 612-meter Langfoss waterfall, Åkrafjorden, Haraldshaugen, and a fjord-side refreshment stop. Guides such as Lilly, Aline, Jamie, and Christina add history, humor, and local stories along the way.

“Lilly is a very wonderful tour guide. Showed us the waterfall from a different direction. Then took us down a smaller road that was just so amazing! Thank you Lilly.”

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4.Olden Shore Excursion: the Amazing Briksdal Glacier

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 431 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $128

Meet near Olden’s cruise pier, ride along Lake Olden, then walk from Briksdalsbre Mountain Lodge to a glacier lake below Briksdal Glacier. The trail is wide and mostly paved, but includes uphill stretches. Guides such as Lulu, Laura, Gabriel, and Gabriele have led recent departures.

“Expensive for what you see Tour guide okay but no directions on how to get to glacier. Basically not much better than a taxi.”

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5.Alesund Shore Excursion: From Fjords to Trolls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 319 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $187

From Ålesund, you’ll ride through Valldal to Gudbrandsjuvet, Trollstigen Plateau, Stigfossen and the Troll Wall area. Guides such as Lulu, Claudia and Giulia have led outings praised for clear local stories. Choose lunch or return sooner to protect your ship schedule.

“Highly recommend, variety experiences of nature, history & culture. Breathtaking views! Best shore excursion from Viking cruise.”

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6.Alesund Shore Excursion: The Ultimate Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 285 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $143

See Ålesund’s Art Nouveau center, visit Sunnmøre Museum, cross to Godøy, and climb Alnes Lighthouse for Atlantic views. The four-hour coach tour starts and ends at Storneskaia, with guides such as Sandra and Denise noted for clear, friendly commentary. Expect steep paths, narrow stairs, and a mixed-language group.

“This was a good tour to see all the important Aires in Alesund! Our guide was very knowledgeable and involved!”

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7.Bergen: Waterfalls of Hardangerfjord Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 268 reviews · from $101

Travel from Bergen to three waterfalls, the village of Norheimsund, and Hardangerfjord in a comfortable air-conditioned bus or van. English-speaking guides such as Bas and Bailey add history, humor, music, and local tips. Bring waterproof shoes and a picnic lunch.

“Our guide Nekala was so kind, funny, and helpful! I love that she was ready to take pictures for me at every stop. I really appreciated the historical facts and funny stories she shared. You have to move quickly at each stop but it’s all so beautiful. I thought it was a great way to see more of Norway from Bergen!”

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8.the Troll Road and Troll Wall

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 144 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $123

From Åndalsnes, you’ll visit the Norwegian Mountaineering Centre, watch Trollfolk, see Stigfossen, and travel toward Trollstigen with an English-speaking guide. The standard route includes 11 hairpin bends and the high viewpoint, but Trollstigen was closed for the 2024 season because of rockfall risk, so confirm the current itinerary before booking.

“We had scheduled for a noon tour that ended up leaving at 12:15 due to bus returning a bit late from previous tour. Rainy & foggy weather. . But no problem— still plenty of time to get back before ship all aboard time. However, 3:00 return time became 4:00!!! But, as much guests fault as anything— everyone kind of took a little extra time at each stop and guide didn’t push departure times. Troll cars were totally fun. Hike to glacier was a bit much if any mobility issues. First stop at troll wall was pretty rainy and foggy so we made another stop there on return drive when weather…”

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9.From Olden: Briksdal Glacier Guided Hiking Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 123 reviews · 4 hours · from $146

Meet your English-speaking guide near Olden pier, ride through Olden Valley, then hike about 45 to 60 minutes each way toward Briksdal Glacier. Expect steep sections, waterfall spray, cold mountain air, and time for photos. Guides may include Sam, Anna, Alyssa, or Elisabet.

“Fabulous day with gorgeous scenery!! Guide was patient friendly and knowledgeable.”

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10.Oslo Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 121 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $46Best value

See Oslo from an open-top double-decker bus, with stops at Akershus Fortress, Vigeland Park, Bygdøy museums, the Opera House, and the cruise terminals. Your 24-hour ticket includes recorded commentary, Wi-Fi, and unlimited boarding, but short operating hours and uneven service make planning essential.

“Due to the clockwise direction around the city, it takes over an hour to get from the city center area back to the cruise terminals, so isn't as useful as it could be. We ended up walking back to the terminal since it was only 20 minutes. Great if you mainly want to go out the museums, but if you don't, and just want to see the main city, don't bother. Commentary was very limited, too.”

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11.From Hellesylt: The Best of Geiranger Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 66 reviews · 7h 30m · from $188

Travel by sightseeing bus from Hellesylt to Geiranger with an English-speaking guide. See Hornindal Lake, Stryn, Oppstryn, Jostedalsbreen National Park Centre, Øvstefossen Waterfall, Djupvatn, and Dalsnibba. The mountain road is weather-dependent, but a substitute stop is offered if it closes.

“The similar cruiser excursion run out, luckily booked my his tour, start point is almost same with cruiser excursions, very convinient. Sam is great, narration from culture, mystery to economic, I only conviced the driver is actually a lady, magic skills. Tour decision never regret.”

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12.Shore Excursions Ålesund: Highlights Ålesund & Islands

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 33 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $140

You’ll ride from Ålesund to Godøya and Alnes Lighthouse, passing through the islands’ underwater tunnels before finishing at Mount Aksla. Expect a small group of up to 19 people, an air-conditioned vehicle, multilingual audio, and a return-to-ship guarantee for cruise passengers. Drivers include Marcel, Trond, Idar, and Marcelli.

“Driving around and under the tunnel system was very neat, but the tour van was difficult to find at the start and when we booked we didn't realize that we would literally only see the church. That was a little misleading as we very much look forward to exploring and seeing different churches.”

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13.Private shore excursions Ålesund Trollstigen-Trollroad in small (1-4)groups

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) Top rated

Spend 6 to 8 hours with a private guide from Ålesund, heading to Trollstigen, Gudbrandsjuvet, Stordal Church, Valldal, and Aksla Mountain. Guides Iggy and Margita are praised for local stories, flexible stops, pastries, coffee, and a personal feel for groups of up to five.

“We were in Norway for nine days and this tour was the families favorite tour. Our guide Iggy was just fantastic!! He made our day perfect. He took us to all the great spots, but he also took us to several out-of-the-way places that were quiet and just amazing. Our time in and around the Trollroad was unbelievable!! Iggy's knowledge of Norway and the area we saw was just super! Furthermore, spending the day with Iggy was a pleasure! Such a nice and caring guide!! The entire family would do this tour again in a minute!!”

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14.Arrival Private Transfer from Bergen Cruise Port to Bergen City by Sedan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 15 minutes (approx.) · from $111

Meet an English-speaking chauffeur after leaving your ship at Bergen Cruise Terminal. Ride privately to your Bergen address in a Nio E7 or similar sedan, with bottled water and 15 minutes of included waiting time. The service suits up to two passengers with one suitcase and one carry-on each.

“Driver was at the cruise building early and waiting for us. He was friendly, talkative, and made for a very enjoyable trip to the airport. I didn’t get his name, but I hope the folks at Europeshuttle know who he is and commend him for representing their company so well.”

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15.From Haugesund: Karmøy and Norwegian Culture Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 4 reviews · 4 hours · from $229

Join an English-speaking local guide for a four-hour Karmøy bus tour from Haugesund. Visit Åkrasanden beach, Ferkingstad, Skudeneshavn, Avaldsnes, and St. Olav’s Church, with a light lunch included. Small groups, comfortable transport, and flexible cancellation make this a practical shore excursion.

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