12 Train Journeys to Build a Day Around

1.Bergen: Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway

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

Spend about 10.5 hours moving by coach, electric ferry, and train from Bergen through Norway’s fjord country. Visit Njardarheimr Viking village, cruise the Nærøyfjord aboard Future of the Fjords, and ride the Flåm Railway with guides such as Michael, Linda, Maria, or Tracy.

“This was a wonderful, well-organized day. I am so impressed with how well it was planned and how our guide, Michael, and driver, Linda, cheerfully and skillfully let us through it. Michael is an awesome guide - funny, warm, informative, and attentive to the scheduling. The morning drive passed by stunning scenery. The Viking Village was amazing - it truly put you in the footsteps of 1,300 years ago. The fjord tour was terrific - the boat was great with plenty of room for all despite being quite full and the views were breathtaking. The trainride from Flam was again beautiful and had a funny surprise! Pay attention to Michael’s…”

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2.Guided tour – Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 371 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $429

Travel from Bergen by bus, fjord cruise, and two scenic railways. Visit Njardarheimr Viking Village, sail the Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjord, and ride the Flåm Railway to Myrdal. Guides such as Michael, Ivan, Linda, Alvan, and Lora are known for keeping this long day organized and informative.

“For me it was the experience of a lifetime that was enhanced by the Tour Guide. He made sure everything was timed perfectly, and I totally appreciated his rif and quick wit”

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3.Bergen: Viking Village, Nærøyfjorden Cruise and Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 155 reviews · 12 hours · from $435

Spend 12 hours traveling from Bergen by Mercedes minibus, visiting Tvindefossen and Njardarheimr Viking Village, cruising Nærøyfjorden, and riding the Flåm Railway back to Bergen. English-speaking guides such as Thomas, Stig, Geir, and Bjarte are praised for clear guidance and good humor.

“Our driver/guide. Geir, was very friendly and very clear in his explanation. He took good care of the tour members. More importantly, my friend left her belongings in the car when we were dropped off at Viking Village. She only realised it when we on board the vessel. A message was sent to Geir and he immediately confirmed that the items were with him. He then made arrangements to deliver them to our hotel on the following day.”

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4.Oslo To Sognefjord Private Full Day Roundtrip Including Flam Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 70 reviews · 15 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $1,083

Travel from Oslo to Gudvangen, cruise through Nærøyfjord and Sognefjord to Flåm, then ride the Flåm Railway and Bergen Railway toward Geilo. Your private English-speaking guide handles tickets and transfers. Guides including Janis, Reinis, Bjørn, and Alekss have earned especially warm praise.

“Janis was an excellent driver and tour guide. We had very interesting discussions about Norwegian culture & politics during the long drive. He knows the route very well: he stopped a few times so we could look at things of interest and take photos. He was prompt. He explained clearly our next steps and where to meet him off the boat and train. A very long day and completely worth it for the views of many different landscapes, on the drive, the boat and the trains. Glorious fjord. Stunning Flåm railway including a stop for the most amazing waterfall.”

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5.Oslo To Bergen Self-Guided Full Day Trip with Flåm Railway And Fjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 69 reviews · from $454

Travel independently from Oslo to Bergen by Bergen Railway, Flåm Railway, fjord boat, bus, and train. You’ll pass through Myrdal, Flåm, Gudvangen, and Voss, with a cruise on the Aurlandsfjord and narrow Nærøyfjord. Tickets and instructions are supplied, but you manage every connection yourself.

“Its a good tour, a little tiring though. We did it in winters, I am sure it would have a totally different appeal in summers.”

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6.Private Full-Day Round Trip from Oslo to Sognefjord via Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 62 reviews · 15 to 16 hours (approx.) · from $1,177

Your private guide collects you in Oslo at 8:00 am for a full day through Norway’s mountain country. Ride the Flåm Railway, cruise Sognefjord, stop at Gudvangen, and return by train and car. Guides such as Janis, Aleks, Björn, and Joonas are often praised for careful driving and flexible plans.

“We had a private car for our journey to the fjords. It was a long day made most pleasant by our very knowledgeable guide. The scenery was stunning and well worth the trip if one does not want to start in Bergen. Despite not being able to take the train due to the flooding, the fjords and scenery were gorgeous.”

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7.Self-Guided 22-Hour Round Trip From Oslo To Sognefjord With Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 54 reviews · from $537

Follow a self-guided route from Oslo to Myrdal, down the Flåm Railway, across Aurlandsfjord and Nærøyfjord, then by bus to Voss and Bergen. You’ll have limited free time in Flåm and Bergen before the optional sleeper train returns you to Oslo.

“Seeing the fjords on the boat is as amazing as well as the Flam railway! I loved that we were able to get out and close to the waterfall!”

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8.Bergen: Private Day Tour, Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 38 reviews · 10 hours · from $1,259

Travel from Bergen to Gudvangen by private car, stopping at Tvindefossen and Njardarheimr Viking Village. Cruise the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord to Flåm, ride the Flåm Railway to Myrdal, then return via Voss. English-speaking guides such as Michael, Arne, and Vilde handle the day.

“Our tour guide Michael was incredible. He shared so much about the history and culture it was so interesting.. very knowledgeable and engaging. Fantastic trip!”

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9.Fjords: Private Trip with Train and Cruise Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 18 reviews · 15 hours · from $1,259

Leave Oslo early for a full day of fjord scenery, mountain plateaus, waterfalls, and valleys. Your private English-speaking driver-guide takes you by road and train to Flåm, then onto a two-hour Sognefjord cruise. Guides Janis and Bjørn have earned special praise for their warm, informative style.

“The experience was lovely. We may have tried to see too much in one day though! :)Our driver and guide was a lovely, knowledgeable person who made the long drives interesting.The only suggestion I have is to adjust the price or at least include food, food voucher”

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10.Bergen to Oslo: Private Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 15 hours · from $1,259Top rated

Travel privately from Bergen to Oslo in 15 hours with an English-speaking guide, a stop at Tvinde Waterfall, Njardarheimr Viking Village, the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord, Flåm Railway, and Bergen Railway. Guides such as Ivan, Arne, Michael, Erika, and Pål have led this route.

“Michael, our guide was great kept us entertained and was very informative about Bergen the city as well as places along the way. the tour has the most beautiful scenery. absolutely breathtaking!!! highly recommend this tour to any either just doing the loop back to bergen or departing to oslo.”

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11.Bergen: Flam Railway, Viking Village Tour with Fjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · 10h 30m · from $955

Travel from Bergen to Voss, Myrdal, Flåm, Stegastein, Nærøyfjord, and Gudvangen in one full day. Your English-speaking guide, often listed as Farid, Faridy, or Fary, handles the driving, train tickets, and cruise while you focus on waterfalls, fjords, mountain views, and Flåm’s railway story.

“We spent a very good day with Freedy who made us discover very beautiful Norway's landscapes. The day was very well organised. The cruise on the fjord and the Flamtrain were very pleasant even with the rain !! Thank you very much !”

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12.Flåm Flexible Tour with Stegastein, cruise and train include

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1 day

Travel privately from Bergen with guide Liam, also referred to as Mr. Liang, on a flexible route through Voss, Gudvangen, Flåm, Stegastein, and the Nærøyfjord. Your day includes the fjord cruise, Flåm Railway, hotel pickup, and room to add stops such as Borgund stave church or Viking Valley.

“Our recent trip with Liam was nothing short of extraordinary! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm hospitality even when we only booked the trip four hours prior. He picked us up and the adventure immediately began. The highlights of our experience included the gorges, exploring Voss, taking a scenic boat ride along the fjords and the lookout point. Each activity was well-organized and timed perfectly with the fjord and train schedule. He was kind, patient, and very knowledgeable. What truly set this experience apart was the attention to detail and the genuine kindness of Liam. He went above and beyond to ensure we felt welcome and…”

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