Norway fjords cruise & train tours

Norway’s fjords are one of the top places to visit in Europe. The best way to discover them really depends on how you like to travel.

These rail and cruise tours offer you the best of both worlds. You’ll have an expert travel consultant to plan your route and make bookings on your behalf, leaving you free to enjoy all the perks of self-guided travel. You can travel at your own pace and tailor your trip to suit you by adding extra nights and activities.

Each fjord cruise and train package features iconic rail routes such as Norway in a Nutshell, as well as coastal cruises on Havila or Hurtigruten ships. Get inspired by the best cruise journeys in Norway.

On the other hand, for even more flexibility, you might enjoy a self-drive tour. On these trips, you take the wheel while still following an expert-made itinerary.

If you’d prefer a local guide to show you around, a small group tour could be right for you. These tours always have small group sizes, so you have more time to learn from your guide. We also use comfortable minibuses, which are more convenient for sightseeing.

However you want to see the fjords, you can rely on your travel consultant to help plan your dream getaway in Norway.

Deciding when to visit Norway depends on the sights you want to see and the season you’d prefer to travel in. Here’s an idea of what to expect throughout the year so you can decide what’s right for your trip.

If you enjoy mild weather and green landscapes, you should visit Norway in spring or summer. This time of year is perfect for taking vibrant snaps of the fjords and joining hiking and kayaking excursions.

You’ll also get longer days, with the sun setting after 8:30 PM. In fact, if you visit Northern Norway during the height of summer, you’ll experience the midnight sun. This is a phenomenon when the sun doesn’t set at all.

Read this guide to find out more about the top things to see and do in Norway during summer. Set your sights on Scandinavia and find our perfect Norway summer getaway.

In autumn, the landscape transforms with fiery foliage, and the weather is still mild, meaning you can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and kayaking. As winter sets in, the landscape transforms into an icy wonderland, with snow-capped mountains hugging the sides of the fjords.

As you travel further north, you might even spot the northern lights. The best time to see the aurora is between October and April, so you’ll need to wrap up warm and head out at night to chase them!

Learn more about the best times and places to see the northern lights in Norway with this guide. And find your dream escape with these winter tours of Norway.

No matter when you want to visit, you can find the Nordic Visitor tour package to suit you.

No 2 fjords are alike because they are natural geological features. The sights you’ll see from a fjord cruise along Sognefjord will be different from those in Geirangerfjord. So we recommend visiting a few fjords to decide which is the best!

Here are some of the top ones you could visit on a Norwegian fjords cruise and train tour:

• Geirangerfjord
• Nærøyfjord
• Sognefjord
• Lysefjord
• Hardangerfjord
• Romsdalsfjord
• Aurlandsfjorden
• Hjørundsfjorden

Explore more in this round-up of Norway's best and most beautiful fjords. Plus, check out this guide to the Lofoten Islands, a Norwegian archipelago brimming with stunning fjords. 

Depending on the trip and season, you’ll find that most packages have daily departures. This means you can pick the arrival date that works best for you from the tour’s online availability calendar.

Once you’ve decided on a date, we recommend booking as soon as you can, as departures can fill up quickly.

We understand that some destinations deserve a little extra time to fully savour. That’s why we’ve made it simple to add extra nights at the start or end of your itinerary when you book online. If you want to add nights anywhere else in your itinerary, don’t hesitate to reach out to your dedicated travel consultant.

Crafted by our regional travel experts, these Norway tour packages promise an unforgettable journey. But you can tailor your adventure to your needs by adding extra nights or exciting excursions – all easily done during the online booking process.

If you have a particular must-do activity or a must-see place, just ask your travel consultant. Depending on the tour, you could also treat yourself by upgrading your accommodation.

What’s more, while our standard Norway in a Nutshell itineraries go from Oslo to Bergen, you can also ask to travel in the opposite direction. Keep an eye out for links that say, “Would you prefer to start this tour from Bergen?” if this is your preference.

Where possible, we choose your accommodation so you’ll be conveniently located in the city centre. This means you’ll likely be close to train stations. But as cruise terminals are often not in the city centre, we recommend taking a taxi.

What you need to pack will depend on when you visit. That said, it’s best to be prepared for changeable conditions, because many of Norway’s attractions are outdoors.

The unpredictable weather means it’s a good idea to carry a small rucksack with some spare warm and waterproof layers. Here’s a basic packing list for your trip to Norway:

• Walking boots or shoes with good grip
• Waterproof jacket and trousers
• Insulated jacket
• Woollen or fleece jumpers
• Thermal base layers
• Warm hat, scarf and gloves
• Hiking socks
• Rucksack
• Sunglasses and sun cream
• Umbrella
• Swimwear

You may also want to bring binoculars to see the fjords and local wildlife better. For more information, check out this Norway packing guide.