11 Tours in Skjolden to Build a Day Around

1.Olden Shore Excursion: the Amazing Briksdal Glacier

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

Meet near Olden’s cruise pier for a guided ride along Oldevatnet, a photo stop, and a walk from Briksdalsbre Mountain Lodge to the glacier lake. The trail is wide but uphill, with waterfalls and mountain views. Troll cars can shorten the walk, though a final walk remains.

“This was an amazing excursion. Lulu was our guide and she did an incredible job. She explained things that the bus drove by. This was a double decker bus. On the hike every step you took was gorgeous. The waterfalls and river were torrential but beautiful. The glacier itself was so amazing. It was just above a beautiful lake filled with glacial water. The trail was paved and quite easy.”

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2.The Spectacular Stegastein Viewpoint Tour (Small Group)

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 74 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $123

Meet at the Flåm Visitor Center for a 90-minute round trip to Stegastein Viewpoint. A small van carries you along steep, narrow mountain roads to a viewing platform extending 30 metres from the mountainside, 650 metres above the fjord. Transport, an audio guide, and entry are included, but food and drinks are not.

“Communication was excellent regarding meeting points and arrangements. The van was very luxurious and the driver friendly and informative. We had great weather for the view point which was stunning. Excellent trip !”

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3.Fjord e-bike tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $128Top rated

Join local guide Ben for an easy-paced, two-hour e-bike ride through Olden. You’ll cycle for about an hour, with stops at Singerheimen, Laukifossen, and Olden Old Church. Bikes, helmets, and a professional guide are included. Bring your own drink and snack.

“The excursion is owned and run by an Olden local who was born and raised in Olden. Price was very affordable and not rushed. He was extremely knowledgeable about the area since he grew up here and was well aware of the town’s history and shared it with us. Olden, like most of Norway, is one of the most visually stunning places we have ever visited. To see it up close on bike was amazing. The tour was very affordable, much less expensive than booking with the cruise line. It was supposed to last 2 hours but we got an extra 15 minutes or so. Bikes were very high quality…”

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4.Flåm Tour: Borgund Stave Church, Lærdal & Stegastein

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 16 reviews · from $140

Travel from Flåm through Norway’s 24.5-kilometer road tunnel to Borgund Stave Church, Lærdal, and Stegastein. This 4.5-hour bus tour focuses on scenery, short photo stops, and fjord views. You see the church from outside only, and the narrow mountain roads can make timing unpredictable.

“Seeing the fjiords from a different perspective. Snow and water at the top of Stegastein, as well as the over look.”

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5.Hornelen Via Ferrata Wall of Witches Climbing Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $201

Join Hornelen Via Ferrata for a five-hour guided climb up the Wall of Witches near Skjolden. You’ll hike along the shore, clip into a C/D Via Ferrata, and climb above the sea with guides such as Paul, Felix, or Ian. Equipment is supplied, but bring hiking boots, outdoor clothing, and a strong level of fitness.

“This is a must do! What an incredible experience. I was lucy to be the only person signed up and the guide did a perfect job keeping one safe.”

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6.Olden 4 Hour Briksdal Glacier Tour in Briksdalsbreen

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $106

Meet your English-speaking guide at Olden cruise kai for a four-hour trip through Olden Valley to Briksdal Glacier. You’ll ride an air-conditioned vehicle past Olden Lake, then walk a gravel path with steady uphill sections to the glacier viewpoint. Guide Elisabet has led some departures, and cruise passengers receive a back-to-ship guarantee when ship details are registered.

“Nice tour, well organized, plenty of time at the glacier. Good commentary. The hike to the glacier is moderately strenuous.”

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7.Mostraumen Private Pontoon Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $887

Bjørn or Hanne takes you from your Bergen hotel to Molvik for a private pontoon cruise along the Osterfjord. Expect quiet fjord scenery, local stories, comfortable chairs, wine and seafood on some departures, a stop near Vikanes Church, and a train ride back to Bergen. Confirm the exact pickup area before booking.

“This was a highlight of the trip to Bergen. A very nice way to see the fjords. Everyone loved it! Only one way of transportation is included by a driver and the other way you have to train which was a little confusing for a private tour but it was very easy to navigate. Bring snacks and drinks to enjoy while you are onboard”

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8.Steim Farm Experience in Vik, Norway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $30

Spend about 70 minutes at Steim farm with a local guide, learning how a working Norwegian farm operates. Walk the fields, taste strawberries from the organic garden, visit the barn, and meet alpacas and Muscovy ducks. You may also see goats, sheep, and fjord horses, with views over Vik and glimpses of Hove Stone Church.

“Were there on a beautiful sunlit day on May 13. Very nice people, nice tour of their entire farm. Were just of the week 2 alpaca born young, so sweet. Have they all fed nice chunks by hand, and got wool with them. The alpacas had just been Read moreAuto-translated”

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9.PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: World Heritage Fjord Landscape – Viking Special – from Flåm

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $675

Travel privately from Flåm through Gudvangen and Stalheim to Njardarheimr Viking Village, where you can try archery and axe throwing. Your guide then takes you to Stegastein, 650 meters above the Aurlandsfjord, before returning to Flåm. Vlad is one guide praised for family-friendly service and thoughtful local suggestions.

“Vlad was a fabulous tour guide, great with kids. He brought a homemade ginger drink and snack along. He also had great suggestions for additional stops. Highly recommend.”

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10.Briksdal Glacier and Loen Skylift day Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $400

Travel from Olden by private vehicle with a guide, visit Olden Old Church, ride Troll Cars toward Briksdal Glacier, enjoy a Norwegian picnic by Olden Lake, and take the Loen Skylift nearly 3,000 feet above the fjords. The group is limited to seven, with snacks, drinks, lunch, and transport included.

“We visited The Briksdalsbreen Glaciers, were a sight to behold. We felt the power of the falls. It was raining and cold, but we enjoyed the sight. We took a ton of photos and videos. Definitely a must go to tour. Highly recommended.”

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11.Renting SUP boards (paddle boards)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $28Best value

Johan provides the SUP boards, paddles, life jackets, and a waterproof bag, then leaves you to explore at your own pace. You can keep the equipment for up to six hours, though one to three hours is the usual outing. The water is calm, and the rental is private to your group.

“A fun morning on the water. It's a super simple rental: Johan meets you with the equipment and then you're off on your own to explore and have fun. The location is beautiful and the water is calm and perfect for paddling.”

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