The 12 Cable Car Rides Tours in Norway That Earn Their Price

1.Round-Trip Ulriken Cable Car Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 925 reviews · 30 days · from $51Our pick

Take the modern Ulriken Cable Car from Haukelandsbakken to Bergen’s highest mountain. The five-minute ride leads to wide views of fjords, city, and peaks, plus marked trails, a café, restaurant, viewpoints, and a summer zipline. This self-guided outing suits both casual sightseers and confident hikers.

“This was a great time! Plenty of hiking trails once you get to the top of the mountain to enjoy. We rode the cable car up and down for the experience, however, the stairs looked like a good time as well if you choose to opt for that. The cafe at the top looked phenomenal although we did not get anything. Everything looked delicious and this is a great stop in Bergen!”

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2.Northern Lights Cable Car Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 80 reviews · 3 hours · from $198

Meet your English-speaking guide by Tromsø Cathedral, then ride to the Fjellheisen upper station for about 2 hours and 15 minutes. A Northern Lights watchman alerts you when the Aurora appears. Enjoy tea, coffee, cake or waffles, and wide views of Tromsdalstinden and Tromsø. Gregory is one guide praised for helpful tips and city knowledge.

“Voor het eerste deel van de avond was er geen Aurora. Maar we konden een hemel verlicht door sterren zien. Dit was ook al voldoende geweest! Het eten en drinken op locatie was goed en de gids wist ons veel te vertellen. Vlak voordat we weg moesten dook Aurora nog even op. Het contrast tussen aan de ene kant het donker met alle sterren en aan de andere kant de druk verlichte stad is wel iets wat even binnenkomt. Je bent je er zo niet bewust van als je in de stad woont hoeveel lichtvervuiling dat eigenlijk geeft. Ondanks de koude tenen was het een heerlijke ervaring. De taxi en…”

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3.Hardangerfjord, Voss Gondola & 3 Great Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 29 reviews · 9 hours · from $313

From Bergen, you’ll follow Hardangerfjord in a small minibus with an English-speaking guide, ride the Voss Gondola to Mount Hanguren, and stop at three major waterfalls. Guide John is noted for friendly service, clear explanations, smooth driving, and helping with photos. Lunch in Eidfjord is on your own.

“John es un gran guía siempre atento a todas nuestras preguntas y necesidades. Nos explicó muy detalaldamente la historia de Bergen. El minibus muy confortable y la conducción muy buena. Nos acompañó en todo momento y se brindaba a realizarnos las fotos que quisieramos. John es muy cercano sin duda. La telecabina de Voss expectacular, y las cascadas de este tour muy muy bonitas. Otra de las actividades que recomiendo hacer. John is a great guide who is always attentive to all our questions and needs. He explained the history of Bergen to us in great detail. The minibus was very comfortable and the driving was very good. He accompanied…”

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4.Island Tour & Cable Car with Tromsø Accessible Tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 17 reviews · from $127

Explore Tromsø by adapted minibus with an English-speaking guide, stopping at Prestvannet, Telegrafbukta, Kvaløya, and the Arctic Cathedral before riding Fjellheisen. Martin, Bruno, and Marina have guided this route. Wheelchair users and guests with visual, hearing, or neurodivergent needs can request support.

“Martin our guide was excellent in every way, a great character who spoke fluent English.. Would thoroughly recommend Tromso Accessible Tours to any one who has a mobility chair as the vehicle used is fully adapted to for wheelchairs.”

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5.Tromso Cable Car Arctic Panorama Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 13 reviews · from $119

Meet your driver at Tromsø Cathedral at 11:00 for a short transfer across the bridge to the Fjellheisen Cable Car. Your return cable car ticket is included, with pickup back to town at 13:30. Expect a modern vehicle, a small group of up to 14 people, and spectacular views when the weather cooperates.

“Avoid booking this trip - the cost in my opinion is an absolute rip off. The organised trip used normal Tromso taxis, and the amount charged for a 10 minute taxi trip to the cable car (from central Tromso) is extortionate. To make matters worsRead more”

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6.Northern lights cable car excursion

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 10 reviews · from $191

Meet at Kirkegata 7 at 7:00 pm for a roughly three-hour evening trip to Tromsø’s Fjellheisen cable car. Your local guide handles the transfer and cable car tickets. At the top, you get dark skies, mountain views, and coffee with cake or waffles. Northern Lights sightings depend on weather and solar activity.

“It was very cold and windy on top of the mountain, but we did see the lights. Our guide was helpful and the traditional cinnamon roll and hot chocolate were delicious.”

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7.Private Bergen Walking tour with Funicular

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $246Top rated

See Bergen with a guide on a private 3-hour walk through Bryggen, Bergenhus Fortress, and Mount Fløyen. The tour includes the Fløibanen funicular, port or hotel pickup, and a group capped at 15 people. Guides such as Ivan and Savitta bring clear local history and flexible pacing to the route.

“Savitta our tour guide was so informative. Explained everything we needed to know. Enjoyed the walking tour learnt so much about the history and culture of Norway.”

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8.Private tour – Hardangerfjord, Voss Gondola & 4 Great Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $1,024

Leave Bergen at 9 a.m. for a private, nine-hour drive through Western Norway with an English-speaking guide. See four major waterfalls, cross Hardanger Bridge, visit Voss, ride the gondola to Mount Hanguren, and enjoy lunch with transport and gondola fees included. Guides such as Arne, Ivan, and Paul have helped make this an easy, personal day out.

“Pretty good overall in spite of the less than ideal weather. Our guide, Ivan, was very patient with us while we waited for the best moment to take pictures. Voss Gondol experience was a little disappointing ‘cause there isn’t much to see there.”

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9.Arctic Panorama cable car excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews · from $191

Meet at 11:00 on Kirkegata in central Tromsø for a three-hour outing to Fjellheisen. Your local guide handles the transfer and cable car visit, explains Tromsø and its Arctic setting, then serves coffee or tea with Norwegian waffles at Fjellstua Café beside a crackling fire.

“We really enjoyed getting to know our tour guide, who was local to Tromso and very well-traveled. It made the experience much more personal and interesting than if we had just gone up the cable car by ourselves.”

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10.Briksdal Glacier and Loen Skylift Tour with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $377

Join guide Andreas for a private day from Olden to Briksdal Glacier and the Loen Skylift. You’ll ride a Troll Car, walk to the glacier’s meltwater lake, enjoy a Norwegian picnic with local cheeses and sausages, and take in fjord views from the mountaintop.

“This tour was beyond fabulous. Between Andreas as our guide and the scenery of the Briksdal glacier and atop the Loen Lift, our day with Andreas couldn’t have been better. He is very personable, easy to converse with and will provide you with so much more information than you would get on a group tour. Andreas also provided us with a nice lunch of some Norwegian food items and beer. The day flew by and we were sorry that it had to end. I can’t recommend this tour and guide enough.”

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11.Nordfjordeid Private Shore Excursion, Glaciers and SkyLift Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews

Travel privately from Nordfjordeid with guide Radmyla, crossing Hornindalsvatnet and Oldedalen to Briksdal Glacier. Ride a Troll Car, walk to the glacier lake, then take the Loen SkyLift to Mount Hoven. The eight-hour outing suits cruise passengers who want big scenery, local stories, and a guaranteed return to port.

“There really is nothing like having a private tour at your destination especially when traveling on a cruise ship where time is precious. Radmyla was a wonderful guide ( and a great driver too!). She knows the ins and outs of the area. She took us Read more”

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12.Briksdal Glacier and Loen Skylift day Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $400

Travel in a private vehicle with an experienced driver guide from Olden to the 1700s Olden Old Church, Briksdal Glacier, Oldevatnet, and Loen Skylift. Troll Cars handle the steep road to the glacier, while a Norwegian picnic lunch, snacks, and drinks are included. Guide Andreas may be available, with groups capped at seven.

“Brilliant day at Olden. We pre booked the troll cars for the morning followed by a trip up the Leon Skylift. Well organised by Olden Adventures easy to find straight off the ship. Then a coach journey up to the Glacier with the local guide providiRead more”

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