11 Nordfjord Tours to Build a Day Around

1.Olden Shore Excursion: the Amazing Briksdal Glacier

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 431 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $128Our pick

Travel from Olden along Lake Oldevatnet, stop for photos, then walk from Briksdalsbre Mountain Lodge to the Briksdal Glacier viewpoint. The broad trail takes about 30 to 60 minutes each way, with steep sections, steps, waterfalls, and a glacial lake. Guides such as Lulu, Laura, and Gabriele have earned praise for helpful commentary.

“A wonderful experience definitely a must to do. This was described as a strenuous activity but wasn't too difficult people were pushing pushchairs up to the glacier but obviously if you have mobility problems then maybe not walk but book the troll cars.”

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2.From Olden: Briksdal Glacier Guided Hiking Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 123 reviews · 4 hours · from $146

Meet your English-speaking guide beside Olden’s cruise pier, ride through Olden Valley, then hike 45 to 60 minutes toward Briksdal Glacier. Expect steep sections, waterfalls, meltwater, and superb views. Guides such as Sam, Anna, Alyssa, and Elisabet have led this trip, with time to walk at your own pace.

“Guide Alyssa was very friendly. she kept an eye on everyone in her group. we all had varying walking paces. she came back to make sure the stragglers were doing okay.”

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3.Olden: Experience Beginner-friendly Fjord Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 76 reviews · 2 hours · from $105

Meet Fjordkayaking.com near Olden’s cruise dock for a two-hour paddle on calm Nordfjord waters. Stable kayaks, simple instruction, and English-speaking guides such as Richard and Peder make this a good first kayaking trip. Expect mountain views, local stories, photo stops, and possible wildlife sightings, with rain gear available when needed.

“Excellent guided trip with a lovely local Norwegian guide . Kayaks were stable and easy to paddle, it was great fun, would recommend”

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4.Olden: Guided e-bike tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 38 reviews · 2 hours · from $125

Ride an easy electric bike route through Olden with a local guide such as Stig, Tore, or Bendik. You will pass villages, rivers, waterfalls, historical buildings, and fjord viewpoints, stopping often for local stories. The small group has no more than nine people, and the tour starts a short walk from the cruise dock.

“An excellent guide, Tore, super friendly and knowledgable with some fun facts along the way. This ride with the e-bikes was not over strenuous. Some great views of the waterfalls, lakes and rivers.”

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5.Olden: Fjord e-bike tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $128Top rated

Ride an electric bicycle through Olden with local guide Ben, stopping at Singerheimen, Laukifossen, and Olden Old Church. The tour lasts about two hours, includes a helmet and bike, and uses paths plus quiet roads. Electric assist helps with hills, making this a relaxed way to see fjord scenery without a hard workout.

“Was very fun scenery ride a little bit of everything. Give spoke English very good was a good speed ride”

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6.Olden: Nordfjord RIB Boat Tour with Live Commentary

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 16 reviews · from $113

Join Olden Active for a one-hour RIB ride on Nordfjord. After a five-minute safety briefing, your captain takes you past steep mountains, waterfalls, villages, and possible wildlife while an English or Norwegian guide explains local geology and Viking stories. Warm flotation suits are supplied, but dress in layers and expect some spray.

“We booked this online for the 3 of us to do a rib ride. The staff were friendly and helpful as well as fun. The rib ride was great and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Would highly recommend”

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7.Olden 4 Hour Briksdal Glacier Tour in Briksdalsbreen

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $106

Meet your English-speaking guide at Olden cruise kai for a four-hour trip through Olden Valley to Briksdal Glacier. Walk the gravel trail beside waterfalls to the glacier lake viewpoint, then return by air-conditioned vehicle. Guide Elisabet has led some departures. Expect hills, cool air, and limited time.

“Beautiful scenery, worth the trip Bit of a hike, but worth it. 4 hour excursion, should be at least another hour”

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8.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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9.Olden: Guided beginner friendly fjord kayaking.Local company

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $97Best value

Meet Oldenactive.com beside Olden’s cruise terminal for a 2.5-hour beginner kayak trip. Guides Patrick and Jacob are among the local team leading stable double kayaks through emerald and turquoise fjord water. Drysuits, wet shoes, safety gear, and a dedicated rescue boat are included.

“Our guide was phenomenal. Knowledgeable, approachable and very professional. I would recommend to anyone, especially anyone with beginner kayaking skills. Don’t be afraid to try this amazing experience, you won’t be disappointed. From check in to trip completion, it was great!”

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10.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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11.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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