Norway's Fjords Walking & Hiking Tour

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Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

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Norway's Fjords Walking & Hiking Tour

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Casual Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2025: Jun-Sep

From $5,599 - $6,049 /person

Mountains, Waterfalls & Glaciers from Voss to Bergen

Fjords—extraordinary geologic wonders. And Norway is home to an enviable collection. Be humbled as your ferry cruises across magnificent Sognefjord, Norway's deepest fjord, an ideal gateway to vigorous Norway hikes through serene valleys, quiet villages and dense pine forests. Welcome to a gloriously unique perspective.

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Highlights

  • Boat among some of Norway's numerous breathtaking glacier-carved fjords, with cliffs plunging to the sea 
  • Hike past idyllic farms, waterfalls and colorful wildflowers, learning about the native wildlife from a local guide 
  • Explore the Viking-age village of Balestrand, where welcoming artists now ply their creative trade 
  • Enjoy a guided excursion on Nigardsbreen Glacier and experience a close encounter with sparkling glacial-blue ice 
Norway Fjords Walking & Hiking Tour map

Norway

StartVoss

EndBergen

Airports & Travel details*

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Itinerary

Day 1

Description

Walk across fertile valleys dotted with wildflowers, farms and waterfalls • Visit privately owned Stalheim Folk Museum, where exhibits depict Norwegian life from the Middle Ages to World War II • Savor delicious handmade specialties at a mountain farm. 

Accommodations
Stalheim Hotel

(1 night)

Night 1

Stalheim Hotel
Stalheim​
Casual Hotel

With stunning views of Norway's highest waterfall and the Nærøyfjord Valley, this rustic hotel has its own folk museum.  

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 2-3

Description

Boat among Norway's pristine fjords • Join a local guide to explore the rural landscape and learn more about its flora and fauna • Behold Urnes Stave Church, a World Heritage site built in the 12th century • Ferry through spectacular Nærøyfjord, Europe's narrowest fjord • A guided hiking tour on sapphire-blue Nigardsbreen Glacier awaits.

Accommodations
Walaker Hotel

(2 nights)

Nights 2-3

Walaker Hotel
Solvorn​
*Deluxe Hotel

This small family-built inn, dating back more than 300 years, offers charming guest rooms and a lovely setting along the Sognefjord.  

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 4-6

Description

From the charming waterfront community of Fjærland, a steep walk leads to a fantastic vista of Jostedalsbreen Glacier • The world-famous Norwegian Glacier Museum is a must-see • Take a challenging and unforgettable hike to the foot of Flatbreen Glacier or a ramble through peaceful Mundal Valley—the choice is yours! • Luxuriate in a memorable floating sauna on the fjord • Get to know historic Balestrand, an inviting artists' village with two burial mounds from the Viking age • Sweeping views of the Sognefjord's sparkling waters and surrounding snowcapped peaks await in Balestølen • If you're feeling brave, indulge in a post-hike dip in the invigorating glacier-fed waters • Enjoy dinner at a unique eatery set in the middle of an orchard.

Accommodations
Kviknes Hotel

(2 nights)

Nights 4-5

Kviknes Hotel
Balestrand​
Casual Hotel

Admire panoramic views of one of the world's longest fjords from the rambling verandas of this Swiss-style inn, operating since 1752.  

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Adventure-Ready Hotels

Ideally located with ready access to trip activities, our Casual hotels are also known for their character and charm.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Night 1

Stalheim Hotel
Stalheim​

Casual Hotel

With stunning views of Norway's highest waterfall and the Nærøyfjord Valley, this rustic hotel has its own folk museum.  

Nights 2-3

Walaker Hotel
Solvorn​

*Deluxe Hotel

This small family-built inn, dating back more than 300 years, offers charming guest rooms and a lovely setting along the Sognefjord.  

Nights 4-5

Kviknes Hotel
Balestrand​

Casual Hotel

Admire panoramic views of one of the world's longest fjords from the rambling verandas of this Swiss-style inn, operating since 1752.  

From $5,599 /person

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