Scandinavia · BOAT TOURS IN BERGEN
Short seasons, long daylight swings and a lot of coastline. These 15 boat tours in Bergen are the ones that survive a real itinerary, each with its cost and its catch.
Join Rødne Fjord Cruise at Bergen’s Fish Market for a 3.5-hour round trip through Osterfjord to Mostraumen. You’ll pass Bryggen, watch for eagles, feel waterfall spray from the sun deck, and warm up inside with coffee, waffles, or cinnamon buns. English and Norwegian audio commentary is included.
“Good view. But a little bit cold and windy on the deck in winter due to the weather.”
Leave Bergen by boat and cruise past Bryggen into the 27-kilometer Osterfjord. The route narrows at Mostraumen, where strong currents run between steep cliffs. You can watch from the outdoor decks, stay warm inside, or buy drinks from the kiosk. English commentary, wheelchair access, and round-trip service make this an easy half-day outing.
“I would really recommend this trip, it was such an amazing experience.”
Spend about 10.5 hours moving from Bergen by coach, ferry, and train. Visit Njardarheimr Viking village, cruise the Nærøyfjord on the electric Future of the Fjords, and ride the Flåm Railway. Guides such as Michael, Linda, Tracy, and Maria are praised for clear commentary, humor, and careful timekeeping.
“This was a wonderful, well-organized day. I am so impressed with how well it was planned and how our guide, Michael, and driver, Linda, cheerfully and skillfully let us through it. Michael is an awesome guide - funny, warm, informative, and attentive to the scheduling. The morning drive passed by stunning scenery. The Viking Village was amazing - it truly put you in the footsteps of 1,300 years ago. The fjord tour was terrific - the boat was great with plenty of room for all despite being quite full and the views were breathtaking. The trainride from Flam was again beautiful and had a funny surprise! Pay attention to Michael’s…”
You’ll spend about four hours cruising from Bergen through Osterfjorden to Mostraumen, passing Bryggen, Nordhordland Bridge, waterfalls, villages, and steep rock walls. The boat has indoor seating, sundecks, toilets, WiFi, and a small kiosk. Dress warmly, arrive early for a window seat, and confirm the exact pier before departure.
“Excellent fjord experience. Short and well managed. Do not miss it when in Bergen. Take it in the morning then after lunch explore Bergen”
Take Rødne Fjord Cruise’s modern catamaran from Bergen to Rosendal, with views of Bryggen, coastal scenery, and the Hardangerfjord. You get 3.5 hours ashore for Hatteberg Waterfall, the Sjethaug viewpoint, Baroniet Rosendal, or the Folgefonn Centre. The trip is self-guided, with indoor seating, viewing decks, and snacks for purchase.
“it was a very fast boat, cool, rosendal it is a very beatiful town”
Walk Bergen’s historic center with guides Don or Ani, from the Fish Market and Bryggen to St. Mary’s Church and Torgallmenningen. You’ll hear stories about trade, cod, daily life, and Norway’s past, then take a 30-minute ferry for a new view of the city. The small group is capped at 16 people.
“Don is our guide. He’s professional and passionate. Detailed information and explanations. Patient and polite. I would recommend him to everyone.”
Join an English-speaking Bergenser at the Tourist Information Centre for a two-hour walk through Bryggen, St. Mary’s Church, Øvregaten, Torgallmenningen, and Festplassen. Along the way, hear local stories, then see Bergen from the water on a 30-minute ferry ride. Guides include Don, Ani, Neal, and Francesco.
“Don was an amazing guide! He was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the city. He also made it a personalized experience, stopping to answer any and all questions our group had. We learned about the bryggen, the mathallen and the King Cod(!), history of the UNESCO area; enjoyed a ferry ride with Don explaining points of interest, and so much more! At the end of our tour, Don was kind enough to walk me to the funicular at Mt. Floyen, as I had expressed interest in seeing the city view from the top. Highly recommend this tour - it was like taking a stroll with a friend who was excited…”
Cruise from central Bergen through narrow fjords toward Mostraumen on a comfortable catamaran with indoor seating, an open sundeck, refreshments, and Norwegian and English audio guidance. Expect waterfalls, mountain views, possible seals, goats, and eagles, plus a chance to taste icy water collected from a waterfall.
“Fun - beautiful scenery! Large ferry with ample room sheltered and on deck. Appreciated the tour company waiting for us as our cruise ship docked late.”
You’ll cruise from Bergen to Flåm through Sognefjord, Norway’s longest and deepest fjord, passing coastal villages and 11 ports along the way. Choose a one-way or round-trip sailing, then use your free time in Flåm for the village and famous railway. Bring a jacket, camera, and the separate Norled boarding ticket.
“It was good beautiful weather it took longer than expected and speaker system on board wasnt clear enough, but great experience highly recommended”
Spend one hour aboard m/s Eric the Red, or Eric Bloodaxe in the departure details, cruising Bergen’s harbor with English commentary. You’ll see Bryggen, Bergenhus Fortress, Skuteviken, Sandviken, Verftet, U-Boot Bunker Bruno, and Nordnes Sjøbad from the water. The boat has indoor seating, outdoor decks, a bar, and wheelchair access on the main deck.
“Very nice one hour trip, with a audio guide explaining what we are seeing and the history. The boat had a canteen/bar where I could get drinks or snacks, its great when you are going with the family having kids :-)”
Set out from Dreggekaien near Bryggen for a 1.5-hour English-guided sail aboard a traditional Viking-style wooden ship. Help hoist the square sail, steer, fish for mackerel, or relax with tea on a bean bag. Zach, Zack, and Charlotte lead an interactive trip shaped by the wind, with Bergen’s waterfront and fjords as your backdrop.
“Loved our boat ride with Zack. He was knowledgeable and friendly, offered us tea and a chance to help raise or lower the sail. He also had 2 fishing rods on the boat and let anyone that wanted to a chance to fish a chance to try. Overall relaxing and fun experience for adults and kids aboard.”
Join Bjørn, Andrea, or Erik for a private fjord trip from Bergen into quiet Veafjorden. Ride a fast Zodiac or stable pontoon boat, wear supplied thermal gear, see waterfalls and tidal currents, hear local stories, and return by scenic train or private car. The tour lasts about 5 to 10 hours and carries no more than 12 people per boat.
“We couldn't have asked for a better experience - my family of four was given a private tour by Bjorn, who couldn't have been nicer or more accommodating. The views were unbelievable and Bjorn's stories about the area were very interesting. Traveling through the fjords in a small boat was so much more enjoyable and thrilling than a trip in a larger vessel would have been, without a doubt.”
Spend 12 hours moving from Bergen by Mercedes minibus to Tvindefossen, Njardarheimr Viking Village, and the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord. Your English-speaking guide handles the road journey and handoffs, while you cruise to Flåm and ride the Flåm Railway through Myrdal back to Bergen. Guides including Thomas, Geir, Stig, and Tom have earned especially warm praise.
“This was an amazing day from start to finish! So glad we did it. Not cheap but it was worth the money.”
Sail from central Bergen along the 27-kilometer Osterfjord to the narrow Mostraumen strait. Expect dramatic mountain views, waterfalls, small villages, and a comfortable boat with indoor and outdoor seating. Miriam is one named guide associated with the cruise. Snacks and drinks are available for purchase, but bring layers and arrive early for a better window seat.
“Great trip, I wish it had not been raining but it added up to the mystical vibe of the trip. Do it !”
Cruise privately from Bergen through Osterfjorden to Mostraumen, Bergsåa, and the quiet village of Mo. Your captain, often Svein or Karsten, serves snacks, drinks, coffee, and tea while you enjoy waterfalls from the deck. Swim, take a waterfall shower, arrange lunch, or shorten the outing to suit your group.
“Taking this Fjord private cruise was a bit of a splurge on our trip to Noraway. There was just five of us on the boat so we felt ridiculously spoiled between the fresh strawberries, snacks, and libations. We throughly enjoyed our day on the water with our captain Svein who was friendly enough without being intrusive. We especially liked our visit to the small village of Mo. Beautiful!”
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