The 15 Best Fjord Cruises from Bergen

1.The Original Fjord Cruise to Mostraumen

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 8,440 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $93Our pick

Board Rødne Fjord Cruise at Bergen’s Fish Market for a 3.5-hour round trip through the Osterfjord. You’ll pass Bryggen, narrow channels, steep mountains, waterfalls, and Mostraumen’s strong currents. The boat has a warm cabin, sun deck, toilets, onboard snacks, and English and Norwegian audio commentary.

“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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2.Mostraumen Fjord & Waterfall Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,990 reviews · from $81

Sail from Bergen’s harbor past Bryggen and along the 27-kilometer Osterfjord to the narrow Mostraumen strait. Captain Harald and the crew may slow for photo stops, while you can watch from the outdoor decks or a warm cabin. The 3.5 to 4-hour round trip includes an onboard kiosk, but food and drinks cost extra.

“Amazing morning out on the fjords! It was cute short by like 15 mins due to ice but still absolutely worth every penny!”

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3.Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway

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

From Bergen, follow a guide such as Michael, Tracy, or Maria through Norway’s fjord country. Visit Njardarheimr Viking village, cruise the Nærøyfjord on the electric Future of the Fjords, then ride the Flåm Railway. It is a long, busy day with limited free time, but it packs three major sights into one well-organized route.

“This was the highlight of my trip to Bergen, Norway. The tour first appealed to me as its a great way of seeing what Norway has to offer over the course of a 1 day tour. You will be out for the while day exploring, a full 12 hours in fact, but it is so worth it. Our tour guide Maria was so friendly and informative with facts and history. She also let you do your own thing at various moments throughout the day. At every point, she lets you how much time you have and where to meet before moving on to the next part of the tour. They…”

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4.Guided Tour To Nærøyfjorden, Flåm And Stegastein – Viewpoint Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,021 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $318

Travel from Bergen by small air-conditioned minibus to Tvindefossen, Stegastein, and the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord. You’ll cruise by battery-powered boat from Gudvangen to Flåm, with guides such as Bjarte, Thomas, Geir, or Stig sharing local stories. Expect a scenic but demanding 11-hour day.

“Bjarte was absolutely WONDERFUL! We had a wonderful day discovering and admiring the beauty of Norway. Would definitely recommend this tour!”

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5.Mostraumen Fjord Cruise – the local operator

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 742 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $80

Take a roughly four-hour round-trip cruise from Bergen through Osterfjorden to Mostraumen. You’ll pass Bryggen, Nordhordland Bridge, steep fjord walls, waterfalls, villages, and open countryside. The boat has indoor seating, sundecks, toilets, WiFi, commentary, and a small kiosk, making this a practical half-day outing in rain or shine.

“It is very rainy in Bergen and the surrounding areas but don't let this stop you. The rain comes and goes. During our trip the weather ranged from just cloudy, to heavy rain to sunshine. The boat we traveled on had plenty of room inside and there were huge windows on either side ant at the front of the boat. There was also plenty of room outside when we wanted to be outside. There were times when it seemed like you could just reach out a tough the cliffs plunging into the sea, This 4 hour trip was well worth doing. I'd”

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6.Nærøyfjorden, Flåm, and Stegastein Guided Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 558 reviews · 11 hours · from $309

You’ll travel from Bergen by comfortable, climate-controlled minibus with an English-speaking guide such as Bjarte, Stig, or Thomas, stopping at Tvindefossen, Stegastein, Flåm, and Gudvangen before a two-hour electric-boat cruise through Nærøyfjord. It’s a full, fast-moving day built for seeing Western Norway’s greatest views in one go.

“A nice bus ride to get out and see the country side. Our tour guide was very informative about Norway.”

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

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

Spend about 10.5 hours traveling from Bergen through western Norway by coach, electric fjord boat, and two railways. Visit Njardarheimr Viking Village, cruise the narrow Nærøyfjord, and ride the Flåm Railway to Myrdal. Guides such as Michael, Ivan, Linda, and Alvan are praised for clear directions and lively commentary.

“The excursion was the best. Guides were excellent, knowledgeable and entertaining. Would highly recommend”

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8.Cruise to beautiful Rosendal by the Hardangerfjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 328 reviews · 7 hours · from $91

Take Rødne’s modern catamaran from Bergen to Rosendal, passing Bryggen and coastal scenery on the way. You get 3.5 hours ashore for Hatteberg Waterfall, the Sjethaug viewpoint, Baroniet Rosendal, or the Folgefonn Centre. The trip is self-guided, with heated seating, large windows, and an open viewing deck.

“the trip was excellent but as I've said previously your communication and directions were not good and caused us to miss first schedule cruise and have to pay again to go the next day we really feel you should have either comped second day or at least offer discount or some compensation”

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9.Discover Bergen on Foot and Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 300 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $48Top rated

Explore central Bergen on foot with guides Don or Ani, then take a 30-minute ferry for harbor views and a fresh look at Bryggen and the surrounding islands. The small group, English-language tour covers major sights, local stories, food tips, and present-day city life. Expect some walking and limited access on the boat portion.

“Ani was an EXCELLENT tour guide. Lots of cultural information. You could tell he Loves the city and its culture. Thank you! Wonderful tour !”

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10.Mostraumen Fjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 272 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $150

Cruise from Bergen’s central Zachariasbryggen quay toward the narrow Mostraumen fjord and tiny Modalen. Expect waterfalls, mountain views, possible seals, goats, and eagles, plus a chance to taste icy water collected near a falls. The large catamaran has warm indoor seating, an open upper deck, clean restrooms, and a small café.

“Sit back and enjoy the views. The boat was beautiful and the trip is worth it . My only complaint is parents who let their kids run wild on the boat”

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11.Waterfalls of Hardangerfjord Shore Excursion

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

This six-hour English-language excursion from Bergen takes you to three waterfalls, including the famous Steinsdalsfossen, where a short trail passes behind the falling water. You’ll also visit Norheimsund, ride beside Hardangerfjord, see fruit orchards and rock carvings, and hear local stories from guides such as Bas, Bailey, Salome, and Marcelina.

“I highly recommend this trip, not only you get to see some beautiful waterfalls and the peaceful Norwegian countryside, but you also find out so much about the culture, customs, architecture etc. Our tour guide Bas was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful.”

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12.Flam Full-Day Cruise to Sognefjord

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 261 reviews · from $162

Sail from Bergen to Flåm through Sognefjord, Norway’s longest and deepest fjord. You’ll pass 11 ports, coastal villages, waterfalls, and steep mountains, then have free time in Flåm. English and Norwegian host support is available, but this is transport rather than a guided tour. Bring a jacket and use the separate Norled ticket sent after booking.

“Was excellent. The only problem was that hoping to go on flam railway but between the boat landing and then departing there was not enough time for train”

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13.Sightseeing Cruise of Bergen’s Historic Landmarks

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 194 reviews · from $28Best value

Set out from central Bergen aboard the 92-passenger Eric the Red, with outdoor seating, a panoramic deck, indoor lounge, and English commentary. In one hour, you’ll see Bryggen, Bergenhus Fortress, Skuteviken, Sandviken, Nordnes Sjøbad, and U-Boot Bunker Bruno from the water. Drinks and snacks are sold onboard.

“It was quiet and easy going worth spending a nice hour on the water in the sunshine”

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14.Private Cruise: Mostraumen by Zodiac or Lux Pontoon Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · 5 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $568

You’ll leave central Bergen by private car or train, suit up in warm flotation gear, and cruise quiet fjord arms near Vikanes, Veafjorden, and Bolstadstraumen. Choose a stable pontoon or faster RIB/Zodiac, with guides such as Bjørn, Andrea, Erik, and Eric sharing local history. The one-way return by train or car avoids backtracking.

“We had a wonderful time on this zodiac tour and highly recommend it! It is much more private than the other fjord tours and you truly feel away in nature rather than surrounded by the crowds.”

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15.Viking Village, Nærøyfjorden Cruise and Flåm Railway

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

Travel from Bergen to Gudvangen in a Mercedes minibus, visit the Viking village of Njardarheimr, cruise the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord, and ride the Flåm Railway back to Bergen. English-speaking guides such as Thomas, Geir, Stig, and Tom add useful local context. It is a long, carefully linked day with spectacular scenery.

“We really enjoyed this excursion. Five stars. I had looked at variations of excursions & really wanted to ride the Flam railway, not just visit the town of Flam. Other travelers thought that if the title of the excursion included “Flam” then the Flamsbana was included. Do not be fooled by that when comparing. This excursion DID include the Flam railway ride on May 2, 2025. Another advantage is this tour minimizes bus time. We were in a mini bus of 16 guests for the Tvindefosse visit and then finished the bus in Gudvangen. At the Viking Village, our bus driver and tour guide left us with our train tickets…”

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