Top Norway Nature Walks - page 2

Join a guided city walk that lets you see the city from a local's point of view and capture its essence through your camera lens. Your journey begins at the famous Arctic Cathedral, Tromsø Cathedral, and takes you to the charming Petersborggata viewpoint. As you snap photos, you'll discover hidden gems and local treasures often overlooked on typical tours. A local, who will accompany you on this adventure will share their passion and a unique perspective on what it's like to live in the city. By the end, you'll feel like you've explored Tromsø with a friend, creating lasting memories of your visit.

It's hard to beat a good walk by a peaceful lake in the woods. Add warming up by a cozy fire afterwards and you've got the perfect match! Enjoy nature as locals do! This is a private tour, and we can adjust the starting time to your wishes.

Explore the best of Norwegian nature on this full-day tour from Bergen to Nærøyfjorden, Flåm, and Stegastein. See the powerful waterfall of Tvindefossen and take in the panoramic views from the Stegastein viewpoint before embarking on a cruise through UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord to the charming village of Flåm.

Get out of Oslo and get a breath of fresh air during this private hiking tour of Holmenkollen with a local guide. You’ll board the metro with your guide and ride to Frognerseteren. Begin your hike following the 50km trail which includes walking down the toboggan run from the 1955 Luge World Championship. You’ll also see the Holmenkollen ski jump and chapel during your hike.

Oslo has changed drastically in recent decades, and you’d never know it—until you take this private self-guided audio tour. Starting at Vaterland Bridge, south of Oslo Plaza, you’ll wander the Akerselva, learning how this once-industrial corridor, riddled with history, became the city’s green getaway. Take the tour at your own pace, pausing as you like, ending at a cozy cafe with waterfall views.

The best way to see Oslo? From above it. On this guided hike, you’ll take a scenic train ride to Frognerseteren, making your way to the top of Vettakollen Mountain. Slowly scale up the gentle slopes of the mountain through forest and past small lakes, stopping at DNT Fuglemyrhytta cabin before reaching the summit overlooking the Oslofjord. The 5.4-kilometer route includes a final stroll through Nordmarka before returning to the city.

The audio guide serves as a handy mobile companion for a self-guided tour of Oslo. This tour is specifically designed for those looking to explore the city in a short span of 2-3 hours. Simply follow the route on the app's map, which takes you from the central station to the beach, passing through the city center's attractions. You're guaranteed to see: The Cathedral, The Opera House, The Parliament, The Town Hall, The Royal Palace, The Akershus Fortress, The Munch Museum, The Nobel Peace Center, The picturesque landscapes of Oslo Fjord. Once you've downloaded the tour, the app operates offline. The audio guide can always be heard clearly through your headphones. Enjoy captivating stories and legends at your own pace, without the need to keep up with a tour group. If you only have a few hours to spare in Oslo, spend it with the audio guide and you won't miss a thing.

Go on a discovery tour of Stavanger. Discover the most important and famous locations of the city. Search for the city's treasures with your family or friends. Can you complete the assignments? Will you get the top score in the city? This E-scavenger hunt will give you a fantastic day in Stavanger. Play in 1 team or in small teams against each other. Decide for yourself when you start, pause and end. It's your party only and you'll get to know the city in a unique way. Instructions for starting the tour will be given after booking. You can do this tour whenever you choose.

Spend an evening aboard a wooden sailboat in Oslo, and sail around the waters of Oslo Fjord. A great way to see the waterfront sights as the sun goes down, this 3-hour boat cruise follows a route past Akershus Fortress, Oslo Opera House and more. Cruise around the pretty islets of the fjord, and enjoy a snack of shrimp as you go.

If you want to experience the Nordic scenery but don’t know any routes, head out with a guide on an Arctic coastal walk. Allowing you to experience “friluftsliv,” aka the joy of the great outdoors, the walk follows a route around sandy beaches, includes stories about Norway’s Viking history, and finishes with a warming herbal tea against a backdrop of coastal views.

Experience the sublime scenery of the Arctic summer on this half-day tour through the mountains, fjords, lakes, and villages around Tromso. This seasonal tour grants road access to areas that are off-limits through the long winter months, such as Whale Island. Not only can you admire the otherworldly landscapes, but you can also take part in collecting Citizen Science data that helps monitor the local environment.

Experience Oslo’s cuisine and natural beauty combined with this local-led, multi-faceted tour. Meeting right at your hotel, you’ll follow your personal guide to the River Aker, where you’ll scope out waterfalls, historic bridges, and spot some of the city’s best street art. Nature meeting urbanization, you’ll then head over to sample Norwegian foods at Mathallen Oslo, one of northern Europe’s finest food halls, and taste the latest in Nordic cuisine.

Oslo is one of the best places in Norway to sample traditional cuisine, if you know where to look. Avoid the tourist traps and eat like a local on this small-group walking tour. Get an insider’s perspective on the best spots to try Norwegian dishes, including cheese and waffles, plus learn about local sights, history, and culture.

Enjoy an unforgettable experience on the remote and breathtaking island of Magerøya. This 3-hour guided tour takes you from Honningsvåg up a unique trail built by Sherpas — a carefully crafted stone staircase that blends beautifully into the Arctic landscape.

Why hike with the tourists when you can find peace on the trail with us? Combining canoe paddling, hiking along an old path now rediscovered, and an authentic Norwegian packed lunch, we are proud to offer this unique experience to our guests! After pickup in Stavanger, and collecting our delicious lunches, we arrive at Preikestolen Basecamp. After a safety canoe instruction, we paddle across the lake, make our way onto shore, and hike along an old and forgotten trail. Tourists don’t know this trail even exists, and other guide companies don’t use it. This means we have the trail to ourselves! The pace allows for time to adjust clothes and equipment for comfort, time to drink water, rest and enjoy lunch, and to take pictures along the way. The hike takes roughly 3 hours to reach Preikestolen - our main goal for the day. After we have enjoyed the scenery and relaxed for a while, we head back down. It normally takes about 2.5 hours to get back down to the parking area.

Discover three of the Oslofjord’s most fascinating islands on a guided island-hopping tour by local public ferry. Begin on Hovedøya, where nearly 1,000-year-old monastery ruins reveal how English monks helped bring Christianity to Norway after the Viking Age. Walk through green meadows and birch forests, explore historic fortifications and enjoy beautiful coastal viewpoints. Continue by public ferry to peaceful Gressholmen, known for open fields, forest paths, quiet inlets and Oslo’s wild side. Follow easy trails and breathe in the fresh fjord air before taking the ferry to Lindøya, a charming island filled with colourful wooden cottages, flower gardens and beautiful waterfront views. Along the way, your guide shares local history, stories and insights.

Trek up Mount Fløyen and partake in a beloved Bergen pastime on this self-guided audio tour. Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive hike. Bergen is a city with many names. It’s known as the capital of Western Norway and has been called the Gateway to the Fjords. But most importantly, it’s the City of the Seven Mountains. These mountains provide plenty of hiking opportunities, and on this walking tour, I’ll show you one of the most beloved routes up Fløyen, the most popular of the Seven Mountains. You’ll learn about the market’s history and hear about Ludvig Holberg, one of Bergen’s greatest playwrights. You’ll walk from the market square to the Fløibanen funicular’s lower station. You’ll then follow an easy path up on the mountainside, surrounded by beautiful natural scenery. As you climb, I’ll tell you what local life here is like and share a few urban legends. This tour is perfect for anyone who likes spending time in nature while staying close to the city center.

See Bergen by bus, a City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus, and explore Norway’s second-largest city at your own pace. With 13 stops around the city center, the route passes all the big Bergen sights such as Bergen Aquarium and Frederiksberg Fortress. Discover UNESCO neighborhoods such as Bryggen, and learn about the city from onboard audio commentary. Your voucher is valid for 24 hours.

Make the most of your time on shore in Stavanger by getting back out onto the water on this guided boat tour. Sail into the Lysefjord to soak up the scenery of mountains, waterfalls, and tiny islands, and see such world-famous attractions as Pulpit Rock (Preikestolen). Also visit Vagabond's Cave, which legend says was named after a group of vagabonds who hid there; see goats at summer pasture, and taste clear mountain water from the Hengjane falls.

Get to know Alesund's cultural and natural highlights on this half-day shore excursion. Visit the enchanting island of Godoy, climb to the top of Alnes Lighthouse, and visit the open-air Sunnmore Museum, where you learn about life in Norway over the centuries and see a collection of many different boats. From the museum, return to the city center to discover the spectacular art nouveau architecture and drive along the Brosundet canal downtown Ålesund.

Make the most of your time in port on this shore excursion in Bergen, timed to your ship. Departing from the center of Bergen, head along the narrow Mostraumen fjord to see some of western Norway's most spectacular scenery, including waterfalls and mountains, as well as wildlife including seals, goats, and perhaps eagles. The captain slows down so that you can get good pictures and tries to get close to the waterfall so you can try a taste of the fresh mountain water.

Join us for a guided walk through the Vigeland Park, the world’s largest monographic sculpture park, containing more than 200 works by the great artist Gustav Vigeland. Taking more than 40 years to complete, this is one of Norway’s main attractions: Well worth a visit, and with the guide telling you about the known and lesser known aspects of the works and the artist’s interesting life, a new dimension is added to your experience.

Escape into the Arctic wilderness on this private snowshoe experience to a stunning summit above Ersfjord, just outside Tromsø. Designed for those seeking tranquility and exclusivity, this tour offers breathtaking scenery far from the crowds. With private hotel pickup and your own local guide, the experience is seamless and personal. The 4 km hike is easy to moderate and adapted to your pace, taking you through snow-covered forests and open ridges. At the summit, enjoy panoramic views over Ersfjord while relaxing with warm drinks and light snacks in complete peace. This exclusive experience is perfect for those who value privacy, comfort, and authentic Arctic nature.

Discover the stunning landscapes of western Norway during this full-day, private excursion from Bergen. Drive through the lush countryside as you make your way to the Folgefonna Glacier and Bondhus Valley for a wonderful day spent in nature. Choose from three tour packages—basic, or a picnic lunch for three or seven—and spend the day relaxing in the great outdoors of Norway.