Top 12 Åndalsnes Tours

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

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

From Åndalsnes, a local guide leads you to the Troll Wall and Stigfossen, with a short film at the Norwegian Mountaineering Centre. In a normal season, the bus climbs Trollstigen’s 11 hairpin bends to the mountain viewpoint. Important: Trollstigen was closed for the 2024 season because of rockfall danger, so confirm the current route before booking.

“We had scheduled for a noon tour that ended up leaving at 12:15 due to bus returning a bit late from previous tour. Rainy & foggy weather. . But no problem— still plenty of time to get back before ship all aboard time. However, 3:00 return time became 4:00!!! But, as much guests fault as anything— everyone kind of took a little extra time at each stop and guide didn’t push departure times. Troll cars were totally fun. Hike to glacier was a bit much if any mobility issues. First stop at troll wall was pretty rainy and foggy so we made another stop there on return drive when weather…”

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2.Sightseeing Tour in Trollstigen – Land of Trolls

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 128 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $139

Join Excursions.no in Ålesund for a six-hour drive to Trollstigen. Your English-speaking guide leads you past Kokarsteinen, Gudbrandsjuvet, Stigefossen, and the Troll Wall. You get an air-conditioned coach, timed cruise-port return, and a 45-minute stop at the Trollstigen Plateau. Road closures and mountain weather can change the route.

“I travelled to Ålesund on 5th October 2024 aboard the Caribbean Princess cruise ship. The cruise line did not offer a shore excursion to Trollstigen, so I booked with Viator. The description of Viator’s "Trollstigen - Land of Trolls sightseeing tour" featured a stunning photograph of 11 hairpin bends on the Trollstigen road. It mentioned "magnificent views from the photo stop at Trollstigen Plateau" and said, “Food and drinks can be bought in the shop/cafeteria" [at the Plateau]. It also listed other photo stops at Kokarsteinen, Gudbrandsjuvet, Stigfossen Waterfall and the Troll Wall/Trollvegen. I booked the tour on 14th September. The booking confirmation and subsequent emails from Vi...”

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3.Romsdalen: Rauma Railway Golden Train with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 111 reviews · from $64

Take a 2.5-hour round trip from Åndalsnes to Bjorli on Norway’s Rauma Railway. An English-speaking guide explains the Troll Wall, Kylling Bridge, Verma waterfalls, local life, and the World War II gold run. You get a window seat, a short break in Bjorli, onboard toilets, and time for photographs.

“Fantastic train ride through stunning scenery. The waterfalls were spectacular. The train station is right by the quay. The guide was very informative. Well worth it.”

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4.Trollstigen & Trollwall Audio Guid Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 84 reviews · from $77

This three-hour bus tour takes you from Åndalsnes harbor through the Rauma Valley to Troll Wall and Trollstigen. You will hear an English or German audio guide through the Voice of Norway app, stop at the Trolls Path viewpoint, and return to the ship on time. Guide Alexander has also led some departures.

“Waren erste mal mit Ihnen unterwegs und werden es bestimmt wiederholen! Vielen Dank Angelika und Ruth”

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5.Via Ferrata Åndalsnes Intro Wall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $150Top rated

Meet your local guide at Norsk Tindesenter for a four-hour Via Ferrata climb on Åndalsnes’ Intro Wall, graded B. You’ll use fixed cables, steps, ladders, and natural rock above Romsdalen, with views of Troll Wall, Romsdalshorn, and Bispen. Guides such as Jakk and Stian are calm, careful, and patient with first-timers.

“My wife's highlight of the trip! We had done a via feratta in Peru, so we had a pretty good idea of what we were getting into on this activity. Our expectations were surpassed entirely by Stian (the guide), the equipment, and the views. While it was tough (you have to be fit to do this comfortably), safety was never a concern. The cables, brackets, and anchors were in good shape, and I never felt any flex or give in them. My wife (and the pictures verify this) reports the views were amazing. I'm scared of heights, so I focused on the mountain and, with Stain's help, was able to…”

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6.Via Ferrata Åndalsnes West Wall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 65 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $214

Meet your guide at Norsk Tindesenter at 9:30 a.m. for a six-hour guided climb on Åndalsnes West Wall. You will receive a harness and technical gear, walk about 20 minutes to the route, climb three sections, then hike down via Nesaksla and Rampestreken. Previous guides include Mathias, Isaac, and Axel.

“The views were amazing. Not terribly difficult but does require a good foundation of fitness. Our guide, Isaac, was professional, funny, and told great stories of the trolls that live in the area. Super fun experience 10/10 recommend”

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7.The Golden Train on Rauma Railway in Romsdalen

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · 2 hours 25 minutes to 2 hours 55 minutes (approx.) · from $74

Ride the Rauma Railway from Åndalsnes to Bjorli and back in about 2.5 to 3 hours. Train hosts share stories as you pass through the Romsdalen valley, then you get a short stop at Bjorli. Sit on the right for stronger views, arrive early, and expect a busy train with no assigned seating.

“We were a little confused prior to boarding our train as the reservation was for 12:50 on loading platform 2. We watched another train with long lines of people waiting to board on platform 1 and it was 12:30. In hindsight I should have put two and two together finally asked at 12:45 and that was our train. Other than that it was perfect! We loved this excursion. It was comfortable and very informative.”

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8.3-Hour Kayak Tour in Åndalsnes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $139

Meet your English-speaking guide at Uteguiden’s Adventure Center in Åndalsnes at 10:00 am. After gearing up and practicing near town, paddle into Isfjorden toward the Romsdalsalpene mountains. The three-hour outing includes kayak and safety equipment, local stories, and a maximum of eight people. Guide Nikita has led this trip.

“Great experience! Our tour guide was professional and friendly. They took care of everything, and the sights were beautiful.”

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9.E-bike and hike in Åndalsnes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $212

Join guide Nikita for a five-hour e-bike and hiking trip from central Åndalsnes. Cycle 15 km beside Isfjorden and into Venjesdalen, hike for about an hour to Litlefjellet, enjoy a local lunch, then ride back through some of Romsdalen’s finest mountain scenery.

“L'accueil et la gentillesse du guide. Le trip en vélo qui nous a fait découvrir de magnifiques paysages. Cerise 🍒 sur le gâteau une vue imprenable à 360° et un déjeuner local très bon après une belle marche avec un bon dénivelé pour arriver au sommet. Encore merci à Nikita !”

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10.Bike & Hike Adventure to Litlefjellet Summit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 5 hours · from $167

Ride a quality e-bike from Åndalsnes along the fjord toward Isfjorden and Vengedalen, then hike to Litlefjellet for wide mountain views. Your English or Norwegian-speaking guide handles the safety briefing, route, local nature stories, and stops. A packed lunch, helmet, and bike are included.

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews

Travel privately from Ålesund to Trollstigen in a group of up to seven, with a local guide, hotel or port pickup, coffee, snacks, and stops at Aksla Mountain, Gudbrandsjuvet, Valldal, and Stordal. Guide Margita has been praised for fresh cinnamon buns and strawberries. Plan on 6 to 8 hours.

“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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12.Climb one of Norway’s Highest Indoor Climbing Wall

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $15Best value

You’ll spend about an hour learning basic climbing skills at the Norwegian Mountaineering Centre in Åndalsnes. An instructor supplies the equipment and guides a small group of up to six through routes for different abilities. No experience is needed, and you may continue on the bouldering wall afterward.

“Flott klatrehall med gode høyder, varierte utfordringer og en fin måte å få ut siste bit energi etter en tur i vestveggen med ungdommen. På kvelden hadde vi stort sett hele hallen for oss selv 💪👍”

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