Top Western Norway Cultural Tours

Learn why many consider Bergen the most beautiful city in Norway with this guided walking tour. Explore charming wooden streets and historic sights like St. Mary's Church; Vågen harbor; and the Bryggen quarter, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your guide will be sure to give you a taste of contemporary life as well. This English-language tour lasts about 2.5 hours and ends at the Bergenhus fortress.

Explore Bergen past and present with a certified native English-speaking guide. We meet at the Bergen Fortress (stone archway) and end on the main street. This small-group walking tour combines history, culture and everyday life as we walk through both the most famous attractions of Bergen and the off-the-beaten path parts of the city. We will discuss not just the fascinating history of Bergen, but also what it's like to live in Bergen today - including everyday life, housing, work, education and anything you wish to ask. We'll explore the issues currently facing Bergen today, but also what makes Bergen a special place to live. We will walk through historical locations past picturesque houses, churches, hills and parks. You'll get an idea of museums, restaurants and shops that you can explore on your own. Join Emma, an Aussie who relocated to Bergen 6 years ago, on this unique and special walk through the best city in Norway!

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see. With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see. With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

Surround yourself in the cultural and historical highlights of Bergen on a private tour. Begin with the city's top attractions, including Bergenhus Fortress, the Fish Market, and Bryggen Embankment. For the second part of the tour, you can choose from a long list of museums, visit the most scenic spots in town, or anywhere that strikes your fancy. Whatever you decide, your guide is happy to oblige.

This tour takes you through the city-islands off Stavanger. Here it is chill and quiet, we go at a slow speed to make the trip a social and pleasant experience for the passengers. This is the trip if you want a day / evening trip with friends or colleagues and eat shellfish or tapas on board before we set you off where you wish.

A compact introduction of Bergen and a visit to the Troldhaugen - the house and museum of Edvard Grieg - probably the most famous person coming from Bergen. Private driver-guide on a private environmentally friendly car. Car on this tour is our Tesla Model X. This car has a Passenger Transport Licence. For a bigger bite and more taste of our beautiful town, please, check out the 3-, 4- and 5-hour tour options.

Whole day trip is the best one option how to get knowledge about Norwegian history, every day life and to enjoy beautiful northern nature. Our Norway in Miniature tour gives you in addition chance to become acquainted with local cuisine and to enjoy views of UNESCO protected Narray fjord, to taste fresh water from famous waterfall and to make pictures from mountain lookout points.

Choose this relaxing tour in your tempo, with rich historical evidence, interesting stories, breathtaking view over the old city center. With this tour, you will be taken several centuries back in time to the years where most Norwegians lived a hard and poor life and lived from agriculture and fishing. We will walk through the open air part of the museum where 55 old houses are located in the original place of the first medieval market town of Borgund. Several exhibitions and the boathouse can be visited inside, you will learn how our life was changed over the centuries. After the Museum we drive to Aksla Mountain with a spectacular view over Alesund downtown. Afterward, we will stroll on the pedestrian street Kongengsgata - town`s main street, where each house has its own amazing story. Be curious, join us!

Nestled among some of Norway’s most beautiful fjords, including the famous Lysefjord, Stavanger really is one of Norway’s most stunning locations. There are some great hiking trails and climbing opportunities suitable for all abilities, Perfectly suited for discovery on foot, our self-guided audio tour allows you to set the pace and explore at your leisure as you uncover the stories of this exciting city. To discover this great city in your own time just download this self-guided audio tour, pop in your headphones, open the map that comes with your download and start walking. This tour will help you appreciate Stavanger in its full splendour as a cultural capital. You will also gain an appreciation of the history of Stavanger and the role it has played in Norway’s history. The tour will take approximately two hours, but you can pause the audio guide when needed. Grab a bite to eat or do some shopping along the way. Please note that this tour is only available in English.

This is a unique opportunity: We offer this tour only 2 days in a year - on the weekend of the annual Yule Market in Viking Village of Njardarheimr. This is a limited event when local producers sell their goods and crafts: food, beverages, clothing, jewellery etc. Great chance to buy Christmas gifts and authentic souvenirs from Norway. While visiting the Viking Village you can take a guided tour and learn about the Viking history and culture. Our tour starts from Bergen and we travel through the wondrous scenery of Western Norway to the Nærøyfjord. The picturesque fjord is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005. On our drive from Bergen we pass through scenic valleys with calm lakes and raging rivers, waterfalls, quaint little towns and villages surrounded by neat and almost toy-like farms on the slopes of hills and mountains. This is a private tour and we can make stops wherever you like to take photos or just breathe in the serenity of the West-Norwegian landscapes.

This is a unique opportunity: This tour is available only 6 days in July 2022 (the exact dates will be published in March 2022): we will visit the Viking Market in Njardarheimr. Local producers as well as Viking artisans from other countries come to Gudvangen to sell their goods and crafts, converse and just have fun. Great chance to buy gifts and authentic Viking souvenirs. In the Viking Village you can take a guided tour and learn about the Viking history and culture. Our tour starts from Bergen and we travel through the wondrous scenery of Western Norway to the Nærøyfjord. The picturesque fjord is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On our drive we pass through scenic valleys with calm lakes and raging rivers, waterfalls, quaint little towns and villages surrounded by neat and almost toy-like farms on the slopes of hills and mountains. This is a private tour and we can make stops wherever you like to take photos or just breathe in the serenity of the West-Norwegian landscapes.

Only 100 kilometers (60 miles) away from Bergen, town of Vossevangen – the center of Voss municipality – is located. You are still in Norway, but suddenly find yourself in a different world with long traditions: musical and culinary, and also winning Gold medals in winter sports. On our tour you will experience the magic scenery of Western Norway with fjords, valleys, mountains and waterfalls. The tour starts and ends in Bergen. You will visit the sweater factory in Dale, Bordal gorge, Tvindefossen waterfall and, of course, Voss, where you will take the cable car up to Mount Hangur for a magnificent view and a tasty lunch. Your own professional driver-guide is with you all the time and provides interesting commentary to the sights and general information about Norway. Duration is approx. 11.5 hours. Car on this tour is one of our Mercedes minivans. When only 1-3 people are going on this tour, we may use our Tesla Model X. All of our cars have Norwegian Passenger Transport Licence.

Experience the highlights of Western Norway on our special tour to Gudvangen, the Nærøyfjord and the Viking Village. This tour starts and ends in Bergen. You will visit Voss and Gudvangen, witness the majestic beauty of this region: lush valleys and magnificent fjords surrounded by sheer mountains. We travel to the Nærøyfjord – a part of UNESCO World Heritage site: West-Norwegian Fjord Landscape area. Our main destination is the Viking Village, where you can meet the real modern day Vikings and learn about their history and culture. Your own professional driver-guide is with you all the time and provides interesting commentary to the sights and general information about Norway. Duration is approx. 8.5 hours. Car on this tour is one of our Mercedes minivans. When only 1-3 people are going on this tour, we may use our Tesla Model X. All of our cars have Norwegian Passenger Transport Licence.

Looking for a walk that combines history, nature, everyday life, and stunning views? Join me on Fjellveien! Fjellveien is a mostly flat hillside path located above Bergen’s city centre. Along the path, we pass historical farms, industrial structures, houses, and gardens. Additionally, we also get some of the best views over the city of Bergen! We’ll see the fjord and the mountains from various points and there will be plenty of opportunities for wonderful photos. I’ll tell you about the development of Bergen and we’ll also get to explore the stunning nature of Bergen without breaking a sweat! If you want to experience nature but not take a hike that’s too strenuous, this is perfect for you. Why do it with a guide? I’ve spent a long time researching the history of Fjellveien and all the points along the way, and I’ll be able to share with you many incredible stories about the area. This is truly Bergen off the beaten path: this scenic path is still undiscovered by tourists.

Meet the Vikings and experience the highlights of Western Norway on our special tour to Gudvangen and the Nærøyfjord. This tour starts and ends in Bergen. You will visit Voss, Gudvangen and Flåm, witness the majestic beauty of this region: lush valleys and magnificent fjords surrounded by sheer mountains. We travel to the Nærøyfjord – a part of UNESCO World Heritage site: West-Norwegian Fjord Landscape area. Our main destination is the Viking Village, where you can meet the real modern day Vikings and learn about their history and culture. For a complete experience, we recommend taking a fjord cruise. Your own professional driver-guide is with you all the time (except the fjord cruise) and provides interesting commentary to the sights and general information about Norway. Duration is approx. 11.5 hours. Car on this tour is one of our Mercedes minivans. When only 1-3 people are going on this tour, we may use our Tesla Model X. All of our cars have Norwegian Passenger Transport Licence.

Experience the highlights of Western Norway on our special tour to Gudvangen, the Nærøyfjord and the Viking Village. This tour starts and ends in Bergen. You will visit Voss and Gudvangen, witness the majestic beauty of this region: lush valleys and magnificent fjords surrounded by sheer mountains. We travel to the Nærøyfjord – a part of UNESCO World Heritage site: West-Norwegian Fjord Landscape area. Our main destination is the Viking Village, where you can meet the real modern day Vikings and learn about their history and culture. Your own professional driver-guide is with you all the time and provides interesting commentary to the sights and general information about Norway. Duration is approx. 8.5 hours. Car on this tour is one of our Mercedes minivans. When only 1-3 people are going on this tour, we may use our Tesla Model X. All of our cars have Norwegian Passenger Transport Licence.

This tour is available only 6 days in 2022 (the exact dates will be published in March 2022): we will visit the Viking Market in Njardarheimr. Local producers as well as Viking artisans from other countries come to Gudvangen to sell their goods and crafts, converse and just have fun. Great chance to buy gifts and authentic Viking souvenirs. In the Viking Village you can take a guided tour and learn about the Viking history and culture. Our tour starts from Bergen and we travel to the Nærøyfjord. The picturesque fjord is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On our drive we pass through scenic valleys with calm lakes and raging rivers, waterfalls, quaint little towns and villages surrounded by neat and almost toy-like farms on the slopes of hills and mountains. A fjord cruise from Gudvangen to Flåm is absolutely recommended. This is a private tour and we can make stops wherever you like to take pictures or just breathe in the serenity of the West-Norwegian landscapes.

A tour for those who want to learn more about what makes Bergen truly extraordinary. Join one of our passionate guides and discover Bergen off the beaten track and experience it as only the most privileged of locals do. Together with your guide, you will discreetly sneak your way through the many alleyways on foot and in our zero-emission open mini-bus and experiencing some of the most beautiful hidden gems Bergen's central neighborhoods have to offer and listening to the entertaining and enriching stories that bring these places to life.

Meet the Vikings and experience the highlights of Western Norway on our special tour to Gudvangen and the Nærøyfjord. This tour starts and ends in Bergen. You will visit Voss, Gudvangen and Flåm, witness the majestic beauty of this region: lush valleys and magnificent fjords surrounded by sheer mountains. We travel to the Nærøyfjord – a part of UNESCO World Heritage site: West-Norwegian Fjord Landscape area. Our main destination is the Viking Village, where you can meet the real modern day Vikings and learn about their history and culture. For a complete experience, we recommend taking a fjord cruise. Your own professional driver-guide is with you all the time (except the fjord cruise) and provides interesting commentary to the sights and general information about Norway. Duration is approx. 11.5 hours. Car on this tour is one of our Mercedes minivans. When only 1-3 people are going on this tour, we may use our Tesla Model X. All of our cars have Norwegian Passenger Transport Licence.

We will cruise for 3 hours towards Rosendal, through fjords and passing islands on the way. When we get to Rosendal, there is a 15 minute walk up to the Baroniet, and the Rosendal Gardens Ludvig Rosenkrantz and Karen Mowatt’s little manor from the 1660s is surrounded by beautiful and historic grounds, including a Renaissance garden, a romantic landscape garden and the kitchen garden. From Rosendal Garden you get a grand view of the enveloping mountains Malmangernuten, melderskin and Laurdalstind, and of the waterfall Hattebergfossen and Hardangerfjorden. The garden has been built up over several hundred years of changing styles and fashions in gardening, Here you can experience more than 300 years of garden history.

This is a unique opportunity: We offer this tour only 2 days in a year - on the weekend of the annual Yule Market in Viking Village of Njardarheimr. This is a limited event when local producers sell their goods and crafts: food, beverages, clothing, jewellery etc. Great chance to buy Christmas gifts and authentic souvenirs from Norway. While visiting the Viking Village you can take a guided tour and learn about the Viking history and culture. Starting from Bergen and we travel to the Nærøyfjord - a fjord listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005. On our drive from Bergen we pass through scenic valleys with calm lakes and raging rivers, waterfalls, quaint little towns and villages surrounded by neat and almost toy-like farms on the slopes of hills and mountains. A fjord cruise from Gudvangen to Flåm is absolutely recommended. This is a private tour and we can make stops wherever you like to take photos or just breathe in the serenity of the West-Norwegian landscapes.

I am a certified guide who planned for you an alternative walking tour to experience Bergen. I selected more than 10 statues in the city centre that have an interesting story, an anecdote, a secret to tell and share. You'll therefore meet composers, vikings, poets, a Roman god, a king, sailors... As you get familiar with Bergen foundation, the development of the city, its love for music, the theatre, the Norwegian romantic nationalism, Norwegian indipendence, the second world War occupation and other historical events that made this city protagonist in Norwegian history, Bergen will eventually emerge as charming and colorful mosaic. Starting point at the public library (once you arrive, look for a man with the red umbrella... That's me!) we walk past the city lake, Festplassen, the city park, we then head towards the theatre and down to torgalmenningen. The good bye is in holbergsplass, opposite to the fishmarket. French or Italian upon request. Bring an umbrella ;)

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