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Western Norway (Norwegian: Vestlandet, Vest-Norge, Vest-Noreg) is the region along the Atlantic coast of southern Norway. It consists of the counties Rogaland, Hordaland, Sogn og Fjordane, and Møre og Romsdal. The region has a population of approximately 1.3 million people. The largest city is Bergen and the second-largest is Stavanger. Historically the regions of Agder, Vest-Telemark, Hallingdal, Valdres and northern parts of Gudbrandsdal have been included in Western Norway.
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1. Alesund Private Excursion Viking`s islands
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
This 4 hours tour is the best option to get to know all Alesund`s highlights. We travel by unique routs to avoid crowds and queue, our guests enjoy sightseeing with privacy and guide`s attention. Ideal tour for all kind of Ålesund`s guests: first-time visitors, shore excursion, mature travelers, Scandinavian lovers… This tour combined the most popular highlights of Alesund city: numerous of Vikings islands, the birthplace of the famous Viking Rollon, ancestor of British Royal Family, subsea tunnels, majestic panoramic view over Alesund city, some local gems and treats. After the amazing traveling, most of the guests prefer to spend time in Art Nouveau town with shopping, having a glass of wine or local beer, tasting of Norwegian dishes with fish of the day from the nearest fjords. Join us!
Inclusions: Local guide, Sightseeing tour, Panoramic view from Mount Aksla and island Hessa, Photostop Mabel Giske church, Photostop Skodje bridges
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), ticket to the Marbel Church on Giske island 40 NOK
Reviewed By 188delythg
Antonina, our guide, was very knowledgeable about her city and passed that on to us with a real passion.She was very interesting to listen to and showed us the beautiful Alesund town centre as well as sharing her knowledge of Norway's history and other interesting facts about the culture. Thank you Antonina.
2. PRIVATE TOUR: Bergen city sightseeing, 3 hours
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Get a taste and feel of Bergen on this 3-hour city sightseeing tour run by a professional driver-guide in a comfortable car. We will be stopping at the main sights in the centre of Bergen. We will also visit some of the sights and museums located outside city centre. There are 4 options that you can choose from. Please, see the tour delails. Car on this tour is one of our Mercedes minivans. When only 3 people are going on this tour, we may use our Tesla Model X. All of our cars have Passenger Transport Licence. For a bigger bite and more taste of our beautiful town, please, check out the 4- and 5-hour tour options.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Professional local driver/guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour in air-conditioned vehicle, Local taxes
Exclusions: Museum and funicular tickets not included, Gratuities
Reviewed By sonkoppie
We got Vlad as our driver/guide and had the best time ever. Our group was late and he patiently waited for us, and then gave us one of the best experiences ever. We were a group of yarnlovers and he took us to 2 yarn factories, arranged a small tour for us there, showed us some waterfalls outside the city, stopped for toilet breaks and chatted and laughed with us. He was so knowledgeable and this was an excellent way to see the sights of Bergen. We can highly recommend him and this tour to anyone.
3. PRIVATE TOUR: Bergen and Edvard Grieg house, 2.5 hours
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
A compact introduction of Bergen and a visit to the Troldhaugen - the house and museum of Edvard Grieg - probably the most famous person coming from Bergen. Private driver-guide on a private environmentally friendly car. Car on this tour is our Tesla Model X. This car has a Passenger Transport Licence. For a bigger bite and more taste of our beautiful town, please, check out the 3-, 4- and 5-hour tour options.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Professional local driver/guide , Hotel/port pick-up and drop-off, Private tour in air-conditioned vehicle, Local taxes, Entrance tickets to the museum
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By sonkoppie
We got Vlad as our driver/guide and had the best time ever. Our group was late and he patiently waited for us, and then gave us one of the best experiences ever. We were a group of yarnlovers and he took us to 2 yarn factories, arranged a small tour for us there, showed us some waterfalls outside the city, stopped for toilet breaks and chatted and laughed with us. He was so knowledgeable and this was an excellent way to see the sights of Bergen. We can highly recommend him and this tour to anyone.
4. Walking tour: Medieval Spirit of Bergen
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5.0 based on 11 reviews
This is one of the cheapest tours in Bergen. After 2 hours you will get knowledge about the city of Bergen from early medieval centuries till our days. We charge per tour not per person. More people in your group less each person will pay.
Inclusions: Included payment for the tourist guide
Exclusions: entrance tickets to the museums
Reviewed By Pearlr503
I have visited Norway just before the start of pandemic Covid-19 spreading. Unfortunaly, I didn' t have during my stay in Norway any walking tours in one of the most popular Norwegian historical cities - Bergen. Suddenly I discovered that one of Bergen tourist agencies suggests virtual online walking tours. It was so nice. International tourism is almost died now. Live online tour was a discovery for me. I was sitting with my smartphone at home enjoying stories of my local guide Ole, who was doing the real tour for me in the center of old Bergen passing with his camera medieval quarters. Tour was shorter than standard real tours. For me 1 hour was enough both for getting historical information and for the shopping at the end of the tour. My trophy became 3 magnets, a cup and 10 cans of blue berry in capsules that help to encrease immune system. Ole sent me them with DHL. My recommendations!
5. Walking Tour in Bergen of the Past and Present
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Explore Bergen past and present with a certified fluent English-speaking guide. This small-group walking tour combines history, culture and everyday life as we walk through both the most famous attractions of Bergen and the off-the-beaten path parts of the city. We will discuss not just the fascinating history of Bergen, but also what it's like to live in Bergen today - including everyday life, housing, work, education and anything you wish to ask. We'll explore the issues currently facing Bergen today, but also what makes Bergen a special place to live. We will walk through historical locations past picturesque houses, churches, hills and parks. You'll get an idea of museums, restaurants and shops that you can explore on your own. With this walking tour, you'll get a feel not just for Bergen's history and culture, but also the 'real Bergen'. Join Emma, your local guide, on this unique and special walk through the best city in Norway!
Inclusions: Fluent English-speaking Guide, I'll have samples of our local delicacies.
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6. PRIVATE TOUR: Bergen city sightseeing, 4 hours
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
Get a taste and feel of Bergen with a litte extra on this 4-hour city sightseeing tour run by a professional driver-guide in a comfortable car. We will be stopping at the main sights in the centre of Bergen. We will also visit some of the sights and museums located outside city centre. There are 4 options that you can choose from. Please, see the tour delails. Car on this tour is one of our Mercedes minivans. When only 3 people are going on this tour, we may use our Tesla Model X. All of our cars have Passenger Transport Licence. For a more extensive introduction to our beautiful town, please, check out the 5-hour tour option.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Professional local driver/guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour in air-conditioned vehicle, Local taxes
Exclusions: Museum, funicular tickets etc not included, Gratuities
Reviewed By sonkoppie
We got Vlad as our driver/guide and had the best time ever. Our group was late and he patiently waited for us, and then gave us one of the best experiences ever. We were a group of yarnlovers and he took us to 2 yarn factories, arranged a small tour for us there, showed us some waterfalls outside the city, stopped for toilet breaks and chatted and laughed with us. He was so knowledgeable and this was an excellent way to see the sights of Bergen. We can highly recommend him and this tour to anyone.
7. Flam: The Spectacular Stegastein Viewpoint Tour
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4.4 based on 17 reviews
If you are on a cruise porting in Flam, or staying in Flam this trip to the spectacular Stegastein Viewpoint is a must. This structure, which juts out 30 metres from the mountainside, 650 metres above the fjord, offers an unparalleled panorama. A more amazing view of the fjord, mountains and surrounding landscape is hard to imagine.
Inclusions: Roudtrip transport with audio guide to Stegastein Viewpoint , Free time at Stegastein Viewpoint
Exclusions: Food and drink
8. Walk with a witch in 16th century Bergen on a fictional audio tour by VoiceMap
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4.0 based on 4 reviews
This fictional tour takes you back to the 7th of April 1590 and follows Anne Pedersdotter who has been condemned to burn at the stake, convicted a witch. Accompany her on her last walk through 16th century Bergen as she recounts the story of her demise. From the respected wife of a prominent priest and teacher, best friends with the Governor's wife, to being found guilty of witchcraft. Anne will guide you around Vågen, the fjord of Bergen, revealing the 16th century landmarks of this powerful fishing port. You will encounter the wooden houses of Bryggen, Lille Øvergaten, the oldest cobbled street in Bergen, and pass by the famous Fish Market on Strandkaien. She will bring you all the way to the Witches' Monument on the tip of Nordnes, the site of her execution. The tour is ready whenever you are and the audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smartphone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline.
Inclusions: Lifetime access to Walk with a Witch in 16th Century Bergen tour, VoiceMap Application, Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Exclusions: Smartphone, Transportation, Food/Drink, Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
9. Stunning Alesund Hjørundfjord Cruise
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
If you want to see the real Norway then this cruise allows you to see one of the most beautiful stretches of water anywhere in the world. Combining a cruise and free time in the stunning village of Oye this is a great half day trip.
Inclusions: Free time in Oye, Return Cruise
Exclusions: Not a guided tour, Food and Drink
10. Geirangerfjord Fantastic Fjord Cruise
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2.3 based on 3 reviews
If you want to see the real Norway then this cruise allows you to see one of the most beautiful stretches of water anywhere in the world. Combining a cruise and free time in a stunning small village this is a great half day trip.
Inclusions: Restaurant onboard cruise ship, Return Cruise, Free time in Hellesylt
Exclusions: Food and Drink, Not a guided tour
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