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Top 10 Tours in Bergen, Western Norway
The colorful Norwegian city of Bergen is also a gateway to majestic fjords. Bryggen Hanseatic Wharf will give you a sense of the local culture – take some time to snap photos of the Hanseatic commercial buildings, which look like scenery from a movie set. Don’t breathe too deeply when you visit the outdoor fish market, a reminder of the city’s role in early fish trade. Ferry across a fjord to Lysøen, where the former villa of 19th-century composer Ole Bull will captivate you with fairytale charm.
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1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Hiking Tour from Mount Ulriken to Mount Fløyen in Bergen
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5.0 based on 17 reviews
The walk is from Mt Ulriken to Mt Fløyen. Starting from Mt Ulriken, you get great views of Bergen and the city fjord. Mt Ulriken is the highest mountain in Bergen at 643 metres, and our destination is Mt Fløyen, which is 300 metres. The guide takes you safely over the mountains, and brings a comprehensive first-aid kit. On the way, you will learn about Bergen and Norway, and, not least, about Norwegian outdoor pursuits. On this trip you will see all the 7 mountains around Bergen, and walk between the two most famous peaks. When: All year round, main season: 1 april-30 october. Start :Every MONDAY 08:50, and FRIDAY 08:50 ( Also possible on request other days and times, sunset hike e.t.c.) NOTE : Winter time okt-april starts the tour 09:30 because the first cabelcar leaves 10:00
Inclusions: A Norwegian snack will be served. Bring your own lunch / water., Professional mountain guide.
Exclusions: Tickets to the Ulriken Gondola ( 185,- nok ), If you dont would like to hike down from Mt.Fløyen the funicular charge 60 nok
Reviewed By jsears36
Very friendly and knowledgeable! We felt very safe the whole trip and even learned about Norwegian culture. The hike went by very quickly and was a ton of fun!
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. Food and Culture walk
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5.0 based on 13 reviews
Local guide, local food and local stories. We visit 2 tourist attractions, the 3 other stops is local, hidden gems. The whole tour is in the old part of town and the length and the paste makes it an easy walk. We love to give you the insight of local life and local history and of course our traditional food culture.
Inclusions: Lunch
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Reviewed By Amelie R
The employee was extremely friendly. We met her the day before and she gave us very valuable advice. The bikes were very nice quality and their own app suggests some routes. She also gave us great recommendations for what else to check out in Bergen. Great experience!
6. Full day Hardangerfjord with VIP car + private yacht Fjord cruise
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
We pick you up from any hotel, and go by our VIP car towards Norheimsund, and the Hardangerfjord region. On the way we stop by two large waterfalls: Fossen Bratte, and Steinsdalsfossen, the last one you can walk behind. We continue to Norheimsund, and change over to the waiting boat, M/Y Iselina Bella, a Princess 50. From Norheimsund we cruise into the narrow, remote and undiscovered pristine Fyksesund fjord, which is only accessible by boat. We stay in here for a couple of hours, just to enjoy the silence in the nice nature, between the steep mountains, with waterfalls directly down to the fjord. You can have a drink from the waterfalls if you like, a shower under them, or a swim in the fjord. When we are happy with the fjord, we cruise back to Norheimsund for lunch at Thon Hotel Sandven, and car back to Bergen. Typically we will be back around 6 PM
Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Snacks, Soda/Pop, Bottled water
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By CeciliaBalders
Great fjordcruise from Bergen city. A full day of relaxation and lovely nature, beautiful fjords, mountains, waterfalls. Nice boat, nice crew, and this fjord is probably the best option for a daytrip in Bergen. We were a family of 8, and everybody enjoyed the cruise. Captain had some bottles of wine, coffee, tea, snacks, bottled water, all very well arranged.
7. Ullensvang - Bergen private cruise
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
A nice way of travel between Hardanger and Bergen, as alternative to car. We enjoy nice fjords and nature all the way, and can also have a rest in the cabins if wanted. We make stops underway as you wish, at attractions, fjords, and restaurants. We reccomend a stop for lunch at a nice restaurant about half way, Mandelhuset. Always various snacks and refreshments included, and we promise a nice experience and cruise on the fjords, with various islands and fjords being passed on the way. We can also stop by some waterfalls as you like, or try fishing.
Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Snacks, Soda/Pop, Bottled water
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By William_Smith662
We arrived in Eidfjord by car from Oslo around 3 PM, and our travel agent had booked this boat for a fjord cruise to Ullensvang. It was planned to do a detour via Fyksesund, which should be a good spot. Boat was ready in Eidsfjord when we arrived, and after a short stroll in the streets with some lovely icecream from a small shop, we went onboars the boat. We had no rush at all, and agreed with the captain to take it easy most of the time, slow cruising to enjoy the fjord. After a while we arrived Fyksesund fjord, and as the rumors said- it was a lovely place. We cruised in the fjord towards several small waterfalls, and have never seen something like this. Captain manouvered the boat into the waterfall, and my wife got on the foredeck to have a shower under it, even though it was a little cold it was an amazing experience. We opened a bottle of wine and njoyed the rest of the cruise, heading for our hotel at Lofthus. We must say that this cruise made the day for us, and the fjords live up to its rumor, LOVELY!!
8. Champagne cruise on the Fjords of Bergen
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Lovely romantic private Champagne cruise on the Fjords of Bergen, with meeting point in the middle of the city. Everything you need included in the cruise, and very good facilities onboard. Champagne, Cava or Prosecco included, max 12 passengers (only your group, no mix with others). Snacks etc as well. We cruise at slow speed from the city, up the fjord and between islands and beaches, with a nice evening experience either inside the boat, aft deck or from the Panoramic Flybridge on top. Lovely romantic cruise.
Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages, Soda/Pop, Bottled water, Champagne, Prosecco or Cava
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Reviewed By CeciliaBalders
Great fjordcruise from Bergen city. A full day of relaxation and lovely nature, beautiful fjords, mountains, waterfalls. Nice boat, nice crew, and this fjord is probably the best option for a daytrip in Bergen. We were a family of 8, and everybody enjoyed the cruise. Captain had some bottles of wine, coffee, tea, snacks, bottled water, all very well arranged.
9. Day tour to Flåm - incl Premium Fjord Cruise, Flåm Railway and Bergen Railway
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
This is Norway's most popular day tour and will take you through some of the worlds most beautiful scenery. The tour includes journeys on the Bergen Railway, a bus trip, a fjord cruise and Flåm Railway. The tour starts with the scenic Bergen Line to Voss. At the railway station in Voss you will find the bus that takes you to Gudvangen where you board the electric ship "Future of the fjord".The Nærøyfjord is one of the narrowest fjords in the world and the cruise takes 2 hours. In 2005, the Nærøyfjord was incorporated on the UNESCO World Heritage list. The trip continues with the Flåm Railway which is one of the world's steepest railway tracks on normal tracks. The 20 km long train journey from Flåm to Myrdal gives you a panoramic view of some of the wildest and most magnificent of Norwegian mountain nature. At Myrdal station a train changes to the Bergen Line which takes you back to Bergen.
Inclusions: Bergen Railway, Bergen - Voss, Skyss Bus nr 950, Voss - Gudvangen, Premium Fjord Cruise, Gudvangen - Flåm, Flåm Railway, Flåm - Myrdal, Bergen Railway, Myrdal - Bergen
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Reviewed By grigorem669
Definitely recommend doing this if you don't have more time to explore the beautiful surroundings of Bregen. Norway is just amazing.
10. 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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