11 Nordfjord Tours to Book Before the Season Turns

1.Olden Shore Excursion: the Amazing Briksdal Glacier

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

From Olden’s cruise pier, ride along turquoise Oldevatnet with a photo stop, then walk the paved Briksdal Glacier trail past waterfalls to an icy lake. The four-hour trip includes an English-speaking guide, scenic transport, and time to hike at your own pace. Troll cars offer a less strenuous option, but a short walk remains.

“There were four of us. We all loved it. It’s quite steep near the beginning but levels off and the views are worth the effort. Our tour quite was very informative”

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2.Briksdal Glacier Guided Hiking Shore Excursion

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

Meet your English-speaking guide at Olden cruise pier for a 4-hour trip through Olden Valley to Briksdal Glacier. Ride past Olden Lake, then walk 45 to 60 minutes each way through waterfalls and mountain scenery. Guides such as Sam, Anna, and Elisabet have earned praise for useful local explanations.

“it was truly beautiful. we had a great time. I would have easily given 5 stars, but the bus was late arriving to pick us up. Everyone was looking around because no one (including other vendors) new where the bus was or if it was coming. once we got started, it was a great trip. we enjoyed talking with the tour guide as well.”

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3.Experience Beginner-friendly Fjord Kayaking

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

From a brown boathouse a five-minute walk from Olden’s cruise dock, you’ll paddle stable kayaks on the calm Nordfjord for two hours. Guides such as Richard, Peder, Peter, and Nikca provide basic instruction, local stories, and a relaxed pace for first-timers. Kayaking, safety gear, and an English-speaking guide are included.

“Richard was very friendly, helpful and informative - shared plenty of interesting facts about the area and made sure the group had a great time.”

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4.Guided e-bike tour

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

Join a local guide such as Stig, Tore, or Bendik for a relaxed two-hour e-bike ride through Olden. You’ll pass villages, historic buildings, rivers, waterfalls, a lake, and fjord viewpoints while hearing about local life. The bikes are easy to use, the group is limited to nine, and the meeting point is a short walk from the cruise dock.

“Our guide Stig was also a local farmer! He was very knowledgeable and and friendly and offered us many interesting tidbits!”

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5.Fjord e-bike tour

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

Cycle through Olden with local guide Ben or another Fjellvak guide on a well-kept e-bike. This two-hour outing combines about an hour of easy riding with stops at Singerheimen, Laukifossen, and Olden Old Church, plus mountain, fjord, and possible glacier views. Helmets and bikes are included. Bring water and a snack.

“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.Nordfjord RIB Boat Tour with Live Commentary

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

Meet Olden Active beside the cruise dock for a one-hour RIB ride on Nordfjord. Your English or Norwegian-speaking guide covers Viking stories, glaciers, waterfalls, and local wildlife while the captain handles the fast turns. Warm flotation suits, life jackets, and goggles 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

Travel from Olden cruise kai through Olden Valley and past Olden Lake to Briksdal Glacier. You get an English guided bus ride and about three hours at Briksdalbreen, including a moderately strenuous gravel walk to the glacier lake. Guide Elisabet has led some departures. Plan layers and arrive 15 minutes early.

“This trip was cancelled twice by two different tour operators that I booked through Viator. The second booking was cancelled the evening before!!! They said there was not enough take up. I now know why. They were charging over £300 for 3 people when we got the same deal for £120 by booking with olden experiences directly. Luckily my husband found them online after I was so upset about the possibility of missing out again. No wonder no one was booking. What a rip off. Glad I got a refund and saved money. The glacier hike was amazing and I had money in my pocket to get a coffee !!…”

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8.Briksdal Glacier and Loen Skylift Tour with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $377

Spend a full day with an English-speaking private guide, driving from Olden through the valley to Briksdal Glacier. Ride a Troll Car, walk to the meltwater lake, enjoy a picnic with Norwegian foods, and take the Loen Skylift for wide fjord views. Guide Andreas is praised for his local insight and smart timing.

“Andrea’s was fantastic. He was very knowledgeable about the area and was a wonderful companion throughout the day. The sites were spectacular and his picnic lunch was very enjoyable. Easy 5-star review and thoroughly recommended.”

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9.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-friendly fjord kayak tour. Guides Patrick and Jacob are among the friendly local instructors who lead you across emerald meltwater in stable double kayaks. Drysuits, wet shoes, safety gear, and a dedicated rescue boat are included.

“Kayaking with Patrick and Jacob (sorry about the spelling) was fantastic. They were knowledgeable, funny and very helpful. The view of the Fjords was spectacular and this is a great way to see it. I loved every minute of it and it definitely made my holiday. It wasn't too strenuous so was ideal for beginners, although I have kayaked before (albeit years ago). Thank you for making my experience great.”

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10.Nordfjordeid Private Shore Excursion, Glaciers and SkyLift Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews

Spend about eight hours with a private local guide exploring Nordfjordeid, Europe’s deepest lake, Oldedalen, and Briksdal Glacier. Ride an open-air Troll Car, walk to the glacier tongue, and take the Loen SkyLift to Mount Hoven. Radmyla is one named guide associated with the experience. Lunch and SkyLift tickets cost extra.

“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

Join a private guide for a seven-hour Olden outing to Briksdal Glacier and Loen Skylift. Ride Troll Cars up the glacier road, walk to the meltwater lake, stop at Olden stave church, enjoy a Norwegian picnic by Olden Lake, and rise 3,000 feet by cable car. Guide Andreas from Trondheim has led this route.

“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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