Top 11 Train Journeys in the Sognefjord

1.Guided tour – Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 371 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $429Our pick

Spend about 10.5 hours traveling from Bergen through Norway’s fjords and mountains. Visit Njardarheimr Viking Village, cruise the Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjord, ride the Flåm Railway to Myrdal, then return by train and bus. English guidance is provided, with Spanish tours available from July to September.

“I took the tour with my 80 year old mother. It was a long day but an absolutely beautiful day. She had no problem navigating all the activities. The tour guides were so lovely and always there to help us and keep us informed. We could not have asked for a better tour.”

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2.Oslo To Sognefjord Private Full Day Roundtrip Including Flam Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 70 reviews · 15 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $1,083

You’ll leave central Oslo at 8 a.m. with a private driver-guide, cross Norway by road, cruise from Gudvangen through Nærøyfjord to Flåm, then ride the famous Flåm Railway toward Myrdal and Geilo. Guides such as Janis, Reinis, Bjørn, Alex, and Alekss have been praised for clear directions and friendly service. Expect a spectacular but very long day.

“This is an all day experience, be prepared for it! That being said it was so much fun. First of all our driver/tour guide was Alekss and he was fantastic! We asked him to pick us up at 2 different hotels in Oslo, no problem and we also asked to stop at the Borgund Stave Church so we left Oslo at 7:15 so we could be sure to have time to stop. We stop at Circle K for gas-food- bathroom break. Alekss was a superb driver and we were confident to get to all our stops on time. We did not have to worry about our getting tickets for the…”

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3.Oslo To Bergen Self-Guided Full Day Trip with Flåm Railway And Fjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 69 reviews · from $454

Travel from Oslo to Bergen in about 12 hours using Norway’s Bergen and Flåm railways, a fjord cruise from Flåm to Gudvangen, a mountain bus to Voss, and a final train to Bergen. You receive tickets and instructions, but must manage every connection yourself. Pack light, start early, and expect a full day.

“The views were awesome but our first train was delayed due to bad rail road conditions and it delayed everything else. I reached out to Easy Travel and they said we will miss the bus cause everything is booked so closely together. They said we should take a cab for a 2 hour drive! I asked other travelers that booked with other companies and they said their company assured them that the boat and the bus will wait. We decided to risk it and follow the other travelers which I’m glad we did or we would have missed out on the beautiful boat ride.”

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4.Private Full-Day Round Trip from Oslo to Sognefjord via Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 62 reviews · 15 to 16 hours (approx.) · from $1,177

Travel from Oslo to Sognefjord in a private vehicle, cruise the fjords, ride the Flåm Railway, and return by train and car. Your guide handles the complicated connections and makes photo stops along the way. Guides such as Janis, Aleks, Joonas, and Björn are praised for friendly service, though the 15 to 16-hour day leaves little time for lingering.

“So thankful we decided to book this tour! Truly worth every cent!! Joonas (our private guide) continuously expressed exemplary professionalism and was multilingual. He promptly picked us up from our hotel and hosted us throughout our journey. There was always time to eat/drink/stretch along the way at interesting reststops. We experienced unspeakable beauty the entire day trip!”

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5.Self-Guided 22-Hour Round Trip From Oslo To Sognefjord With Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 54 reviews · from $537

Travel independently from Oslo to Myrdal, down the Flåm Railway, across Aurlandsfjord and Nærøyfjord, and by bus to Voss. Continue to Bergen, then return to Oslo by night train. You manage the connections, but the route and tickets are arranged for you. A sleeper compartment is available as an added option.

“All phases of the trip were on time and easily managed! Tickets were sent via text or e-mail to make it problem free!”

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6.Private tour – Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $1,003Top rated

Travel from Bergen through Voss and Tvindefossen to Njardarheimr Viking Village, then cruise the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord to Flåm. Ride the Flåm Railway to Myrdal before returning by train and private vehicle. English-speaking guides such as Arne, Michael, and Paal are praised for timing, storytelling, and practical help.

“Our tour guide Arne picked us up at our hotel on schedule, the vehicle being a people carrier which afforded better views of the countryside and access in/out of the vehicle was extremely easy. On meeting him he immediately outlined our planRead more”

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7.Full Day Guided Roundtrip From Bergen To Sognefjord With Flam Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $969

Travel from Bergen to Voss, Gudvangen, Nærøyfjord, Aurlandsfjord, and Flåm by train, bus, and boat with a private guide. Hotel pickup, reserved transport, and help with the day’s connections are included. Guides such as Emma, Federico, Sveta, and Anika have earned strong praise, though the high price demands careful thought.

“We had a fabulous experience on this tour with Federico as our guide. Federico was very knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful guiding us through the various aspects of transportation. Because ground transportation was by car and this was not a large group, we were able to get to a couple of locations the buses don't get to. The fjords, valleys, and waterfalls were breathtaking. If we are able to make it back to Bergen, we will ask that Federico be our guide again, if possible.”

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8.Private tour, Bergen to Oslo – Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $1,109

Travel from Bergen to Oslo with a private English-speaking guide, a premium electric cruise through Nærøyfjord, the Flåm Railway, and the Bergen Railway across Hardangervidda. Summer departures add Stegastein viewpoint and Stalheimskleiva. Guides may include Arnold, John, Frant, or Frode.

“Fronde was so accommodative and easy to communicate with. John, our tour guide for the day, was lovely and full of knowledge. The tour was a full day of adventure but moved at a good pace and nothing felt rushed. The convenience of Read more”

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9.Flåm Flexible Tour with Stegastein, cruise and train include

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1 day

Start in Bergen with a private car and guide, then follow a flexible route through Voss, Tvindefossen, Stalheim, Gudvangen, Flåm, and Stegastein. You will cruise the Nærøyfjord for about 1.5 hours and ride the Flåm Railway. Guides Liam or Mr Liang can adjust stops around the train and boat schedules. English and Chinese are available.

“Our recent trip with Liam was nothing short of extraordinary! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm hospitality even when we only booked the trip four hours prior. He picked us up and the adventure immediately began. The highlights of our experience included the gorges, exploring Voss, taking a scenic boat ride along the fjords and the lookout point. Each activity was well-organized and timed perfectly with the fjord and train schedule. He was kind, patient, and very knowledgeable. What truly set this experience apart was the attention to detail and the genuine kindness of Liam. He went above and beyond to ensure we felt welcome and…”

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10.Private guided, Bergen to Oslo – Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $1,274

Travel privately from Bergen to Oslo by car, electric boat, and train, with a guide handling the connections. You’ll see Tvindefossen, Viking Valley, the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord, Aurlandsfjord, the Flåm Railway, Hallingskarvet, and the Bergen Railway. Guides such as Arne and Paul have made this long day personal, flexible, and easy to follow.

“Arne was very knowledgeable and accommodating. He managed our trip so we avoided the large tour group crowds and had many sights to ourselves. He was also fun to talk to and had a great sense of humor.”

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11.Private Day Tour- Flam Railway & Fjord Cruise From Bergen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 10 hours · from $1,061

Travel privately from Bergen through Voss and Myrdal to Flåm, riding the steep Flåm Railway before cruising the Nærøyfjord to Gudvangen. Your English-speaking guide handles the transport and connections, with time for lunch and the Flåm Railway Museum. Guide Fary, also identified as Farid, is praised for thoughtful stories and smooth driving.

“It was wonderful. Firstly, Fary, our guide and deriver, was wonderful. Every think is realised as programmed. Also the weather was very good, we were lucky. Thank you very much.”

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