Fjord Days · CITY TOURS
Every trip has one spare day too few. These 12 city tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Spend 7.5 hours touring Oslo by air-conditioned coach and fjord boat. Visit Holmenkollen, Vigeland Sculpture Park, Fram, and either the Folk Museum or Kon-Tiki Museum. English-speaking guides such as Elena, Rita, and Chris are praised for clear stories, humor, and well-paced touring.
“Very good, exceptional guide and driver! A day we’ll spent”
Spend 7.5 hours touring Oslo with an English-speaking guide such as Elena, Luis, Chris, or Rita. See Vigeland Park, Holmenkollen, and Bygdøy museums, then take a 90-minute Oslo Fjord cruise. Expect a busy day, plenty of walking, and little time for lunch.
“Good way to get an introduction to Oslo and see the highlights and lay the groundwork for a deeper visit in the future into this historic and yet modern (and clean) city.”
Ride an open-top bus from Geiranger’s cruise terminal to the Norwegian Fjord Centre, Westeras Farm, and Flydalsjuvet Viewpoint. Your one-day ticket includes multilingual audio, headphones, Wi-Fi, and the freedom to get off for photos, walks, and fjord views.
“Worth it for the view from the top. While there are only 3 stops on the route. Each stop was worth it. They gave good advice to start at the top and then do the stops on the way down. Tip is to walk down the last part by the waterfalls if you are of reasonable mobility.”
Start with an English-speaking guide and coach tour past Oslo’s key sights, then walk through Vigeland Sculpture Park and stop at Holmenkollen Ski Jump. Finish with a quiet 1.5 to 2-hour electric-boat cruise on Oslofjord. Guides have included Randi, Christian, Christopher, Harold, and Janeen.
“Don't take a Viator tour from a crude ship. They don't wait for for you if you can't get there on time.”
Join Mad Goats in Tjuvholmen for a two-hour English-language kayak tour, with 60 to 90 minutes on the Oslofjord. Guides such as Olivia and Felix help beginners paddle past Akershus Fortress, the Opera House, and possibly Hovedøya. Kids aged five and up can join.
“Our instructor was absolutely fantastic! We had the best time, saw some lovely views of the city and a beach too!”
Join a small group of up to eight from Kiruna to Narvik with an English-speaking guide such as Daniel or Léonie. Expect Abisko views, Lake Torneträsk, a Swedish-Norwegian border crossing, fjord viewpoints, photo stops, and free time for lunch.
“The whole tour was very enjoyable especially the part when we get to see the fjord and the frozen waterfall! The views were a feast for the eyes! As we went around to various places, my friends and I can't stop taking photos and guide Léonie was very nice not to rush us, and she even offered to help us take photos with various angles! Léonie drove us around, we were also very fortunate to chance upon a group of reindeers! Again Léonie was kind enough to drive slowly so as not to scare them off and ensure that we have enough time to take photos. What we enjoyed about…”
Spend six hours with an English-speaking local guide exploring Bryggen, Bergenhus Fortress, and the Fish Market, then cruise the Cityfjord, Salhusfjord, and Osterfjord before riding Fløibanen to Mount Fløyen. Guides such as John, Paul, Tonje, and Mihail Zidaru have earned praise for personal, lively tours.
“Despite me being the only one in the tour, the operator didn’t cancel my booking which I appreciate very much. John, my tour guide, was very attentive and took care of me during my entire trip. I even got the opportunity to visit the captain of the boat which was once in a life time experience. Thank you.”
Ride a double-decker bus from Geiranger’s cruise terminal to the Norwegian Fjord Centre, Westeras Farm, and Flydalsjuvet Viewpoint. The 50-minute loop runs every 30 minutes on cruise-ship days, with audio commentary and unlimited same-day rides.
“The sight from stop 4 was beautiful as we had a lovely weather day. And the stop at the museum gave us the opportunity to learn more about Norway. But this Hop on Hop Off ride had only 4 stops in all and I honestly thought the price we paid for it was way too high.”
Travel from Abisko to Narvik with an English-speaking guide in a group of up to eight. Expect mountain roads, fjord viewpoints, Arctic scenery, a lunch stop in town, and commentary on Lapland, Kiruna, Narvik, and the Arctic Circle. Guides may include Leonie, Daniel, Alex, and Robin.
““Our guide was Daniel. He was very kind, friendly, and took excellent care of us. My husband and I also met four wonderful fellow travelers. We felt truly happy and deeply impressed. If we have the chance to return to Abisko in the future, we sincerely hope to experience such great service again.””
Meet your English-speaking guide at Tromsø’s Prostneset bus terminal for a three-hour outing combining city sights with fjord viewpoints. You’ll see the Arctic Cathedral, Fjellheisen, Polaria, and more, then head toward Grøtfjord, Ersfjordbotn, Tromvik, and Summerøya. Guides Bahir and Mohammed have led particularly personal outings.
“The guides were friendly and knowledgeable of the area. They were constantly providing us with information about what we were seeing. Very impressed with them”
Travel from Bergen to Hardangerfjord in a private group with guide Ani from Norwayfarers AS. You’ll see Bergen’s historic wharf, timber buildings, a stave church, two waterfalls, and one you can walk behind. Transport, ferries, and water are included, but food is not.
Travel in a small, air-conditioned van from Kiruna across the Norwegian border to Narvik. You’ll stop for Arctic scenery, touch the Arctic Ocean, visit viewpoints, and get free time for lunch. Guides such as Louise and Leonie have led the trip in French and English.
“Exceptional with an exciting French guide.. especially do not hesitate 😍”
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