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The 15 Best Fjord Cruises in Norway

104 tours  ·  from $28 a head

Every fjord looks the same in a photograph and none of them feel alike on the water. The 15 below sort the Bergen, Stavanger, Oslo and Arctic sailings by what they cost, how long they run and how far up the fjord the boat actually gets.

From Bergen: The Original Fjord Cruise to Mostraumen - The Osterfjord grows steeper and quieter
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From Bergen: The Original Fjord Cruise to Mostraumen

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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Stavanger: Scenic Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord and Preikestolen - Leaving Strandkaien and entering Lysefjord
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Stavanger: Scenic Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord and Preikestolen

2.Scenic Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord and Preikestolen

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,791 reviews · from $82

Join Rødne Fjord Cruise in Stavanger for a 3.5-hour electric catamaran trip through Lysefjord. You’ll see Fantahålå, the 604-meter Preikestolen, and Hengjanefossen waterfall, with an audio guide, indoor seating, sun decks, Wi-Fi, and a small café on board.

“The boat ride was amazing, the sights were incredible and I’m so glad we chose to go on this tour. Being able to be inside with huge windows or outside on the top deck was great as it did get very cold after a while. The choice of drinks and food was a little unusual, although the coffee was very much appreciated after being in the cold wind.”

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Oslo: Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary - A quiet ride into the inner Oslofjord
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Oslo: Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary

3.Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,375 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $44

Set out from Oslo Fjordhage, opposite the Opera House, for a 90-minute electric cruise around Oslofjord. You pass Akershus Fortress, Bygdøy, Gressholmen, Hovedøya, Sørenga, and Aker Brygge from a calm, water-level view. Download the Voice of Norway app before boarding, bring headphones, and choose between the warm lounge, panoramic windows, or accessible outdoor deck.

“Really enjoyable 1h 30m boat trip. The boat itself is also amazing”

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Tromsø: Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat - The hybrid-electric difference near wildlife
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Tromsø: Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat

4.Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,217 reviews · from $195

Spend up to nine hours sailing from Tromsø toward Skjervøy, where herring attract orcas, humpbacks, fin whales, and sperm whales. Brim Explorer’s hybrid-electric catamaran offers heated lounges, panoramic windows, Wi-Fi, and outdoor decks. Guides such as Connor, Bee, Adrian, and Ivan add lively whale facts while you search the fjords.

“Honestly everything was wonderful. I was on the bus up part of the journey, don't worry about which side you sit on - its all incredible. Look out for porpoises in the fjords as you go up. The bus is comfy and has USB/USBC chargers & WiFi and some water and a cereal bar for you. once you get to the boat they get you on quickly and within 15 minutes we were watching Orcas and Fin whales..I honestly couldn't believe it. They were incredible. The boat are really respectful of their habitat and slowdown/stop within certain distances to allow the Whales to make their own minds on how close…”

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Tromsø’s Top-Rated Fjord & Fishing Cruise – All-Inclusive - Meeting the crew beside Tromsø harbor
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Tromsø’s Top-Rated Fjord & Fishing Cruise – All-Inclusive

5.Tromsø’s Top-Rated Fjord & Fishing Cruise – All-Inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,017 reviews · from $142

Spend five hours aboard Capella with Polar Adventures, cruising Tromsø’s fjords and straits, watching for eagles, dolphins, porpoises, and coastal wildlife. You’ll visit Ryøya, try fishing in Ramfjorden, and warm up with fish or vegan soup, hot drinks, and biscuits. English-speaking guides, including crew members such as Estefania, Juan, Holly, and Kristina, help bring the trip to life.

“Beautiful views and we got to try our hand at fishing. We also got the chance to see a white tailed eagle. The guides were really great and the food was delicious. I had the vegetarian and my friend had the fish soup.”

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Tromsø: Fjords and Sommarøy Islands Tour with Salmon Picnic - Meeting the bus in central Tromsø
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Tromsø: Fjords and Sommarøy Islands Tour with Salmon Picnic

6.Fjords and Sommarøy Islands Tour with Salmon Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,922 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $112

Travel from Tromsø to Sommarøy by comfortable bus with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide such as Andreas, Cande, or Joanna. Stop at fjords, viewpoints, and local food spots before a beach tasting of salmon, cheese, reindeer and elk meats, fruit, sweets, coffee, and tea. Bring a towel if you want to swim.

“It was well organized. We were informed about some changes a day before (on the app and on my e-mail). We started on time and we were lucky to make some pictures of the beauty of the nature. Something that could be better done: - some people took the places of others during our first pause. Whether that’s rude or not…it was still asked that people should take their « old seats ». I recommend taking more time to explain the rules at the beginning.”

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Bergen: Mostraumen Fjord & Waterfall Cruise - The 27-kilometer run through Osterfjord
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Bergen: Mostraumen Fjord & Waterfall Cruise

7.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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From Svolvær: Lofoten Islands Silent Trollfjord Cruise - Entering Trollfjord beneath steep cliffs
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From Svolvær: Lofoten Islands Silent Trollfjord Cruise

8.Lofoten Islands Silent Trollfjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,979 reviews · 3 hours · from $140

From Svolvær, sail three hours toward Trollfjord on Brim Explorer’s quiet hybrid-electric catamaran. Watch for white-tailed eagles, porpoises, whales, and dramatic peaks while guides such as Tobias, Bee, Margot, Ivan, and Veronika explain local wildlife and coastal life. You can move between panoramic lounges, outdoor decks, and the onboard café.

“I thoroughly enjoyed the outing. The announcements were precise but with a good sense of humour. I appreciated the assistance to come as close as possible to the white tailed eagle. would recommend this trip to anybody who wants to enjoy a relaxing trip to a fjord.”

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Geiranger: Dalsnibba, Flydalsjuvet, Eagle Bend & Fjords Tour - Meeting beside the Geiranger cruise pier
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Geiranger: Dalsnibba, Flydalsjuvet, Eagle Bend & Fjords Tour

9.Dalsnibba, Flydalsjuvet, Eagle Bend & Fjords Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,329 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $115

Join an English-speaking guide and skilled coach driver for a 3.5-hour tour from Geiranger’s cruise pier. Visit Flydalsjuvet, Djupvatnet Lake, Dalsnibba Skywalk at 1,500 meters, and Eagle Bend, with photo stops and views of the fjord and Seven Sisters waterfall. Dalsnibba depends on weather and road access.

“Absolutely one of the best highlights of our cruise. The ride up to Dalsnibba was scenic and the bus driver did an excellent job of negotiating the tight turns. The view from the top was magnificent. Also enjoyed the cafe at the top of the mountain.”

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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise With Stop On Land At Fish Racks - Ramfjorden and the first wide views
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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise With Stop On Land At Fish Racks

10.Arctic Fjord Cruise With Stop On Land At Fish Racks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,268 reviews · 4 hours · from $125

Spend four hours cruising from Tromsø through Ramfjorden, Rystraumen, Rya, and nearby island waters on a warm, stable hybrid-electric catamaran. Guides such as Fred, Tobias, Frida, and Francesca have shared local history, wildlife facts, and fishing traditions. You can watch the seabed by underwater drone, visit fish racks when weather allows, and buy lunch and drinks onboard.

“Thoroughly enjoyed the whole trip, which started from right outside my hotel. A good trip around the nearby shoreline on a glass smooth day, taking in sights and historical features and some social history all enhanced by some on screen presentations and descriptions by our guides. From inside there were great views, warmth and refreshments. Outside, even clearer views and a feeling of being in nature, thanks to the near silence of the passage.”

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Oslo: 100% Electric Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise - A quiet start at Rådhusbrygge 4
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Oslo: 100% Electric Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise

11.100% Electric Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,041 reviews · 2 hours · from $40Best value

Spend two hours on a 100% electric cruise from Oslo City Hall pier, passing Akershus Fortress, the Opera House, Munch Museum, small islands, and summer cabins. Use the English audio guide, sit indoors or outside, and ask about the optional Bygdøy stop for nearby museums. Food and drinks cost extra.

“Spectacular views and a comfortable experience, it was very informative and would definitely recommend.”

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Oslo: Fjord Evening Cruise with Shrimp Buffet - Hovedøya and the Island Waters
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Oslo: Fjord Evening Cruise with Shrimp Buffet

12.Fjord Evening Cruise with Shrimp Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,956 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Meet at Rådhusbrygge 3 and spend three hours aboard a restored wooden sailing ship. You will cruise past Hovedøya, Dyna Lighthouse, Bygdøy, and Huk Bay while eating an all-you-can-eat shrimp buffet. Seating is shared and unassigned, drinks cost extra, and warm clothes are essential.

“This is a great excursion. Beautiful and interesting views of the waterways. Well organized. Be sure and come early there are some seats reserved and you want to be able to have a good seat for the trip. Dinner is simple. Bread and butter, lettuce and peel & eat shrimp. It’s certainly all the shrimp you care to eat. Very fresh and sweet. Highly recommended.”

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Tromsø: Evening Aurora Cruise (dinner optional) - Why the sea changes the Aurora chase
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Tromsø: Evening Aurora Cruise (dinner optional)

13.Evening Aurora Cruise (dinner optional)

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,570 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $100

Set out from central Tromsø at 8 pm with Polar Adventures, sailing north or south to find clearer skies and darker water. Guides such as Ken, Holly, Thomas, and Hans Eric explain the Aurora and help with camera settings. Hot drinks, cookies, indoor seating, toilets, and deck access are included. Dinner is optional.

“The boat is right outside the Radisson Blu so very convenient for us. We got super lucky - there was a full moon, but we had an amazing experience and got alot of really great pictures! So happy this was the first outing we booked. If you get cold, you can warm up in the boat - yet if they saw the lights again, they would tell you, so you never missed an opportunity!”

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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise in Polar Landscapes - Through the first fjords and island villages
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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise in Polar Landscapes

14.Arctic Fjord Cruise in Polar Landscapes

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,442 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $120

Sail from Tromsø for 3.5 hours aboard a warm, spacious catamaran with panoramic windows and outdoor decks. Guides such as Daniel, Jana, and Caroline share local history, wildlife facts, and photography tips. Look for sea eagles, seals, porpoises, foxes, reindeer, and changing Arctic views, with free coffee and tea on board.

“Really enjoyable trip. Plenty of inside and outside space and the views are incredible!! Would recommend”

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Oslo: Guided Sightseeing Fjord Cruise on Premium Silent Boat - Boarding at Rådhusbrygge 2
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Oslo: Guided Sightseeing Fjord Cruise on Premium Silent Boat

15.Guided Sightseeing Fjord Cruise on Premium Silent Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,390 reviews · from $64

Spend two hours on Brim Explorer’s electric Ms Brisen, gliding from Aker Brygge past Akershus Fortress, the Opera House, Dyna Lighthouse, Bygdøy, and Oslo’s islands. English-speaking guides such as Susi, Suzy, Sarah, and Frederick share history and nature facts. Choose outdoor decks or warm panoramic saloons, with pastries and drinks available onboard.

“The tour was amazing. Guide explained everything throughout the ride. There is a bar inside. You can buy a drink and snacks. Toilet also available. You can stay indoor if it’s too cold outside. What a great experience!”

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