Hardangerfjord in a Nutshell

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The Hardangerfjord is the second largest fjord in Norway, and famous for it’s fruit orchards. The contrast created by green hillsides, orchards in blossom and snow-clad mountains has inspired many, and among them the well known Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg with his famous composition «Spring». If travelling in May you will have the possibility to see the lovely blossoming of the fruit trees.

Itinerary: Travel by train to Voss and continue by bus through attractive farmland to the village of Ulvik, beautifully located by the Hardangerfjord. From Ulvik you will embark on a cruise across the Hardangerfjord to Eidfjord, where you will have 3 hours at leisure. You can relax by the fjord or look around in the centre of Eidfjord. Also recommendable is an optional sightseeing tour to Hardangervidda Nature Centre and the spectacular Vøringsfossen Waterfall, Norway’s highest waterfall.
The tour continues in the afternoon with a 2,5 hour cruise on the Hardangerfjord to Norheimsund. The last part of the excursion goes by bus to Bergen, passing the impressive Steindalsfossen waterfall.

  • Optional Excursion: On board the boat, you can buy a 3-hour sightseeing tour in Eidfjord including admission to the Hardangervidda Nature Centre, Måbødalen Valley and Vøringsfossen waterfall. Further information will be given onboard the boat.
  • Duration: Approximately 10 hours (08:40- 19:00 hrs. Saturdays: 08:40-20:00 hrs)
  • Available: This is a non-escorted excursion, available every day from 01.05. – 30.09.
  • Guiding: No guiding during the excursion, but there will be some information through load speakers during the cruse.
  • Price: 115 EUR per person