What to do and see in Hordaland, Western Norway: The Best Scenic Railroads

The Sognefjord, Norway’s longest and deepest fjord, extends more than 200 km inland to the foot of the Jotunheimen mountains. This area is said to be one of the most beautiful travel destinations in the world. The Sognefjord is called the King of the fjords for a good reason: it is the longest fjord in Norway and the second longest in the world. The Sognefjorden is enveloped with exceptional natural beauty, tall mountains, waterfalls and scenic forests. This tour includes a trip by express boat on the Sognefjord and train journeys through spectacular nature on the famous Flåm Railway and the Bergen Railway.

Inclusions: Sognefjord Express Cruise, Bergen - Flåm, Flåm Railway, Flåm - Myrdal, Bergen Railway, Myrdal - Bergen, Norwegian Guide - English speaking

Exclusions: Food and drinks

This is a legendary tour, goes all year round and will take you through some of the most beautiful landscapes in Norway. The tour includes a private vehicle, a local English speaking guide, Premium Fjord Cruise and train journeys on Flåm Railway and Bergen Railway. After pick-up in Bergen we start the journey to Gudvangen and in the summer months we drive through Stalheimskleiva, the 1,5 km long road section that winds down Nærøydalen valley from Stalheim. Well ahead in Gudvangen we board the electric ship "Future of the fjords" to Flåm. The Nærøyfjord is surrounded by high mountains and is a beautiful sight both in summer and winter. From Flåm, the tour continues with the dramatic and world famous Flåm Railway. The train ride 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 Railway which takes you to Voss where you are picked up and the car will take you back to Bergen. ​

Inclusions: Pick-up in Bergen, Private vehicle, Bergen - Gudvangen, Premium Fjord Cruise, Gudvangen - Flåm, Flåm Railway, Flåm - Myrdal, Bergen Railway, Myrdal - Voss, Private vehicle, Voss - Bergen, Local guide - English speaking

Exclusions: Food and drink

This guided tour is legendary and it takes us through some of Norway's most beautiful fjord scenery. You will experience the scenic Bergen Railway, the breathtaking Flåm Railway, the Aurlandsfjord, the narrow and dramatic UNESCO-protected Nærøyfjord and a bus trip through the beautiful scenery of Western Norway. From May - September, the bus trip includes the steep hairpin curves of Stalheimskleiva.

Inclusions: Bergen Railway, Bergen - Voss, Bus, Voss - Gudvangen, Premium Fjord Cruise, Gudvangen - Flåm, Flåm Railway, Flåm - Myrdal, Bergen Railway, Myrdal - Bergen, Local guide - English speaking, All taxes and fees

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This guided tour to Nærøyfjord and Flåm is Norway's most popular day tour and will take you through some of the worlds most beautiful scenery. The tour includes a journey on the Bergen Railway, a bus trip, a premium fjord cruise and Flåm Railway. The tour starts with the scenic Bergen Line to Voss. At the railway station in Voss we find the bus that takes us through Stalheimskleiva and down Nærøy Valley to Gudvangen. In Gudvangen we board the electric ship "Future of the fjord".The Nærøyfjord is one of the narrowest fjords in 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 and 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 us back to Bergen.

Inclusions: Bergen Railway, Bergen - Voss, Skyss Bus, Voss - Gudvangen, Premium Fjord Cruise, Gudvangen - Flåm, Flåm Railway, Flåm - Myrdal, Bergen Railway, Myrdal - Bergen, Local English speaking guide

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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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See the very best of Norway during this full-day roundtrip tour from Olso. Travel along UNESCO-protected fjords and take a scenic train ride through some of the most gorgeous landscapes in Europe. Visit charming local villages along the way and capture amazing photos of the unforgettable scenery. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see Norway in a nutshell. Important information: • Your tour tickets will be delivered to your hotel. Please don't forget to share your accommodation address with us • Your tour itinerary and clear instructions will be issued and sent via VIATOR email, please don't forget to check it • This is a self-guided tour • This tour requires the overnight train, duration of tour is around 24 hours. Please choose between the tour options with or without a sleeping compartment.

Inclusions: The scenic Bergen Railway from Oslo, Fjord cruise on the magnificent Aurlandsfjord and on the narrow Nærøyfjord, Bus trip through beautiful scenery (including Stalheimskleiva in May-September), The Bergen Railway, Voss - Bergen or Voss - Oslo (upon request), Sleeping compartment on the night train Bergen - Oslo (upon reservation of the tour option with sleeping compartment)

Exclusions: Lunch, Food and drinks, Sleeping compartment (unless booked the tour option with sleeping compartment)

Ride the famous Flåm Railway and discover Norway’s UNESCO World Heritage–listed fjordland scenery on this 1-day trip from Bergen to Oslo. Embark on an independent journey by rail, road and water through the spectacular landscapes for which Norway is famous. Take in the Norwegian Highlands, the hair-raising chicanes of Stalheimskleiva, the UNESCO–listed Nærøyfjorden, and the valley of Flåmsdalen. Along the way, capture the spectacular scenery on camera. This independent tour includes 1-way travel from Bergen to Oslo.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Scenic ride on the famous Flåm Railway, Premium fjordcruise on two branches of Sognefjord

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

With UNESCO-listed fjords and snow-capped mountain ranges that stretch around the country, Norway offers a land of alluring landscapes to tempt any traveler. The best way to see it? By train, bus and boat — in one hassle-free day tour. Hop aboard to discover the countryside that frames the Bergen and Flåm railways, and admire Aurlandsfjord, Nærøyfjord, the village of Flåm and more. Important information: • Your tour tickets will be delivered to your hotel, please don't forget to share your hotel details with us. • Your tour itinerary will be issued and sent via VIATOR email, please don't forget to check it. • This is self-guided tour

Inclusions: Bergen Railway, Myrdal - Bergen, Bus trip through beautiful scenery (including Stalheimskleiva in May-September), Fjord cruise on Aurlandsfjord and Nærøyfjord on Classic boat, Flåm Railway, Important information:, Your tour itinerary will be issued and sent via VIATOR email, please don't forget to check it., This is self-guided tour

Exclusions: Entrance fees to museums, Food and drinks, Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off

This legendary tour takes you through Norway’s most breathtaking UNESCO-protected fjord and mountain scenery, including Europe’s top scenic rail journeys. You will also enjoy a fjord cruise on the magnificent Aurlandsfjord and on the narrow Nærøyfjord. This is a self-guided tour, from Oslo, to Myrdal to Flåm to Gudvangen to Voss then to Bergen

Inclusions: This trip includes, The scenic Bergen Railway from Oslo, The breathtaking Flåm Railway, Fjord cruise on the magnificent Aurlandsfjord and on the narrow Nærøyfjord, Bus trip through beautiful scenery (including Stalheimskleiva in May-September), The Bergen Railway, Voss - Bergen

Exclusions: Lunch, Food and drinks

Traveling by car to the fjords of Western Norway is one of the best ways to enjoy the Norwegian nature and appreciate the beauty of the fjords and waterfalls in a short period of time. The trip is designed for the whole day, leaving from Oslo early in the morning and returning late at night. During the day you will take part of Bergen Railway by train from Geilo to Myrdal, then board the world famous Flam Railway and cruise along the two branches of the longest and deepest fjords in Norway – Sognefjord. One of them, Nærøyfjord, was included in UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 2005. You will also be able to pass one of the most attractive high-altitude railways in the world – Flåm – or enjoy the impressive views at Stalheim hotel viewpoint. Do not miss your chance to enjoy the wild and beautiful scenery of this amazing country in one day!

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Train from Geilo to Myrdal, Myrdal to Flam and fjordcruise on Sognefjord

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch