Where to Go Ashore: 15 Norway Shore Excursions

1.Mt. Dalsnibba and Eagle Road

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 718 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129Our pick

Ride from Geiranger’s cruise port to Flydalsjuvet, Mount Dalsnibba, Lake Djupvatn, and Eagle Road. You’ll reach the Geiranger Skywalk, pass through quick-changing mountain weather, and stop at Ørnesvingen. English guiding is offered, with guides such as Claudia and Gabriele leading some departures. The bus can hold up to 45 people.

“It was a wonderful tour. Our guide and driver were fantastic. Told alot of info about area. It was very beautiful.”

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2.The Wonders of Flam Guided Half-Day Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 668 reviews · 5 hours · from $140

Spend five hours touring Flåm’s fjords and mountain roads by air-conditioned vehicle. With an English- or German-speaking guide such as Alexa, Salome, or Lawrence, you’ll visit Stegastein Viewpoint, Borgund Stave Church, Lærdalsøyri, the Snowy Road, and the 24.5-kilometer Lærdal Tunnel. Port pickup and drop-off are included.

“wow, what an incredible experience we had! right from the get go, the communication with Sam was fabulous, whatsapp text to say they had been held in traffic and would be delayed ten mins to the Google maps location checker to show pick up point (for those concerned that WhatsApp fir tourists may not be that reliable, Sam explained she checked for the blue ticks and sms sent for those who didnt get this)! our guide, Sam, joined by driver Simon provided a truely superb day, filled with amazing sights. their local knowledge was fantastic and we feel like we gained so much from this. we had booked this tour…”

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3.Olden Shore Excursion: the Amazing Briksdal Glacier

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

Meet your guide within walking distance of Olden’s cruise pier, then ride along turquoise Oldevatnet to Briksdalsbre Mountain Lodge. Walk a marked, mostly paved trail past waterfalls to the glacier lake. Guides such as Lulu, Laura, and Gabriele have been praised for useful commentary and help on the hike. Troll cars may be available for a separate fee.

“The walk is strenuous, but the troll tram makes it accessible to all. The walking path can be challenging, but you can also walk along the tram roadway which is paved.”

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4.Alesund Shore Excursion: From Fjords to Trolls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 319 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $187

Leave Ålesund for Storfjord, Gudbrandsjuvet, Valldal, Trollstigen, Stigfossen, and the Troll Wall. Guides such as Giulia, Claudia, Lulu, and Dani are praised for clear local stories, while drivers handle steep mountain roads carefully. Choose the 6.5-hour version without lunch or the 7.5-hour option with a country buffet. Check road conditions before booking.

“We took this tour in August and were blessed with sun and no rain. The views were spectacular and the fjords peaceful. We really enjoyed the views everywhere. A very memorable place!”

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5.Alesund Shore Excursion: The Ultimate Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 285 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $143

See Ålesund by coach, visit Sunnmøre Museum, cross bridges and tunnels to Godøy, and climb Alnes Lighthouse for Atlantic views. Guides such as Sandra, Denise, and Dani have earned praise for clear, friendly commentary. The tour runs about four hours, costs $143.97, and returns to Storneskaia.

“The tour was a Spanish speaking tour as well as English. We had no idea and the guide spent more time talking in Spanish and said everything twice. We left at the first stop and just chose to walk around ourselves and not take this tour. We wasted over 600.00 and should have chosen to do something else. Unless you need a Spanish speaking guide don’t choose this for your day in Norway.”

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6.Waterfalls of Hardangerfjord Shore Excursion

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

Travel from Bergen to three waterfalls, including Steinsdalsfossen, where you can walk behind the falling water. Your English-speaking guide, possibly Bas, Bailey, or another local host, shares Norwegian history, culture, and practical tips. You will also visit Norheimsund, follow Hardangerfjord, and stop for photos.

“We had an incredible tour today! Our guide, Bailey, was not only entertaining but also deeply knowledgeable about Norway even though he is from Australia! He shared fascinating insights throughout the journey. His warm and engaging manner made everyone feel welcome and ensured we all had a memorable experience. Our driver was equally kind and accommodating, adding to the overall satisfaction of the trip. Truly a delightful and enriching day!”

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7.Andalsnes Shore Excursion: the Troll Road and Troll Wall

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 144 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $123

From Åndalsnes, ride toward Trollstigen, Norway’s famous 11-bend mountain road, with stops at Stigfossen, the Trollstigen viewpoint, Trollveggen, and the Norwegian Mountaineering Centre. Guides such as Denise, Julia, Peter, and Silvia have led this outing. Check the current road status carefully: Trollstigen was closed for the 2024 season because of rockfall danger.

“Great tour. Very helpful and informative guide. Timing was perfect for us to meet up with cruise ship port times.”

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8.From Olden: Briksdal Glacier Guided Hiking Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 123 reviews · 4 hours · from $146

Take a comfortable bus from Olden’s cruise pier through the Olden Valley, then walk 45 to 60 minutes toward Briksdal Glacier, an arm of the Jostedal Glacier. You’ll pass waterfalls, streams, peaks, and alpine scenery before reaching a viewpoint above Olden Lake. English-speaking guides such as Sam, Anna, and Elisabet have led recent departures.

“Our guide, Sam, was fantastic - very informative and full of helpful tips. He seemed to have a scientific background, as he provided geographically-related info, along with specific area insights. Stunning sights of glaciers, waterfalls, rivers, and lakes. This is what we traveled to Norway to see! 10 out of 10!”

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9.Oslo Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 121 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $46Best value

Use a 24-hour City Sightseeing ticket to explore Oslo by open-top double-decker bus. The roughly 90-minute loop links the cruise terminals with Vigeland Sculpture Park, Bygdøy museums, Akershus Fortress, the Opera House, MUNCH, and Karl Johans Gate. Audio commentary, Wi-Fi, and free headphones are included, but service and audio reliability can vary.

“Hop on hop off was exactly what we wanted. It got us to and from Vigeland park in a timely manner and we also got to see parts of Oslo.”

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10.From Hellesylt: The Best of Geiranger Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 66 reviews · 7h 30m · from $188

Travel by sightseeing bus from Hellesylt to Geiranger with an English-speaking guide, stopping at Hornindal Lake, Stryn, Oppstryn, Jostedalsbreen National Park Center, Øvstefossen Waterfall, Djupvatn, and Dalsnibba. The 7.5-hour route is built around cruise schedules, with a ship-return guarantee when your cruise details are registered.

“Mi è piaciuta l'organizzazione e l'itinerario proposto... Avendo con me i miei genitori che non capivano l'inglese aver avuto la guida in italiano avrebbe aiutato a rendere l'escursione ancora più interessante per tutti”

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11.Shore Excursions Ålesund: Highlights Ålesund & Islands

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 33 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $140

Ride from Ålesund into the island world beyond the city, using underwater tunnels to reach Godøya and Alnes Lighthouse before finishing at Mount Aksla. You get a small-group minibus, multilingual audio commentary, photo stops, and a back-on-time guarantee for cruise passengers. Expect scenery, short visits, and little live guiding.

“Marcel was very polite was a perfect guide. Excellent all around. Thank you marcel for a perfect tour”

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12.Private shore excursions Ålesund Trollstigen-Trollroad in small (1-4)groups

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) Top rated

Travel from Ålesund to Trollstigen with a private guide, stopping at Gudbrandsjuvet, Stordal Church, Valldal, and Aksla Mountain. Iggy and Margita are named guides associated with this experience. The day lasts about 6 to 8 hours, includes drinks, snacks, coffee, and pickup, and is planned for cruise passengers who need to return to their ship.

“Tour was amazing. It was customized just for us and avoided all the crowds and big buses. We got local food, strawberries and had amazing views and sights. Could not have been better and we felt we really got an amazing local experience for the day. Thank you so much Margita!!!”

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13.Karmøy and Norwegian Culture Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 4 reviews · 4 hours · from $229

Travel across Karmøy by air-conditioned bus with an English-speaking local guide. You’ll see Åkrasanden’s white sand, meet fishermen at Ferkingstad, stroll Skudeneshavn over a light lunch, and visit Avaldsnes and medieval St. Olav’s Church. The four-hour tour is designed for small groups, with optional stops at Rising Tide or Visnes if time allows.

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14.Private shore excursions Troll road in 5-7 groups

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews

Join a private group of up to seven from Ålesund for a 6 to 8 hour drive to Trollstigen. You’ll stop at Aksla Mountain, Gudbrandsjuvet, Valldal, and Stordal, with coffee, snacks, and a local guide included. Guide Margita is named by one family as a highlight, along with fresh cinnamon buns and strawberries.

“We were two families, 4 adults and 3 children. Was just a fantastic day!!! Fresh cinnamon buns, fresh strawberries (the best we had), scenic stops along the way and the best guide Margita.”

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15.Alesund Sightseeing private tour for cruise passengers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews

You’ll walk Ålesund with an English-speaking guide, hear how the 1904 fire reshaped the city, visit historic streets and Waldehuset Museum, then ride to Aksla Mountain for wide views. The private tour costs $520.92 for up to four people, includes pickup, and ends where it begins.

“We had a wonderful time with Mila in Alesund. She was so very accommodating of our party, tailoring her tour to meet the needs of our group. She set the benchmark for the rest of our excursions on this trip. Thank you Mila, for sharing wonderful Alesund with us!”

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