PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: King of the Fjords – round trip to the Sognefjord, 11 hours in Bergen, Norway
Bergen, Norway

PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: King of the Fjords – round trip to the Sognefjord, 11 hours

Outty Ranking 60 5.0 · 3 traveler reviews11 hoursFrom $934
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60/100

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PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: King of the Fjords – round trip to the Sognefjord, 11 hours is a 11-hour experience in Bergen, Norway, from $934 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
60 / 100
Rating
5/5 (3)
Duration
11 hours
From
$934 per person

Come and meet the King of the Fjords – on our tour to the longest fjord in Norway: the Sognefjord. On this tour we travel through beautiful scenery of Western Norway: you will see lush valleys, barren mounain landscapes, raging waterfalls and, of course, the fjords. The main destination on this tour is the Sognefjord. A scenic relaxing fjord cruise on a small car ferry, that only local people use, is included. We stop at marvellous places with stunning views and visit such attractions as the wooden Hopperstad stave church from 1130. 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 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.

What you get

    About this experience

    Come and meet the King of the Fjords – on our tour to the longest fjord in Norway: the Sognefjord. On this tour we travel through beautiful scenery of Western Norway: you will see lush valleys, barren mounain landscapes, raging waterfalls and, of course, the fjords. The main destination on this tour is the Sognefjord. A scenic relaxing fjord cruise on a small car ferry, that only local people use, is included. We stop at marvellous places with stunning views and visit such attractions as the wooden Hopperstad stave church from 1130. 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 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.

    What's included

    Included

    • Fjord ferry tickets
    • Bottled water
    • All Fees and Taxes
    • Tickets to Hopperstad stave church
    • Local professional driver-guide
    • Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle

    Not included

    • Lunch
    • Entrance fee to Bjørn West museum
    • Gratuity

    What you'll see and do

    1. Bergen

      Our tour starts in the city of Bergen - the Gateway to the Fjords. The city was founded in 1070 and contains many historical and cultural landmarks. We will pass some of them on our way from the city and also on our return to Bergen.

      Pass by without stopping

    2. Vossevangen

      We pass through the town of Voss on our way to Gudvangen. The main historical attractions are Vangskyrkja - church from 1277, and the St.Olaf's cross from 1023.

      15 minutes here

    3. Tvindefossen

      We make a stop at Tvindefossen waterfall, located 12 km (7.5 miles) to the north of Voss town center. We can come close this cascading 110 meters (360 ft) tall waterfall.

      30 minutes here

    4. Our next stop is at the Sendefossen waterfall on our way up to Vikafjellet mountain area.

      10 minutes here

    5. On our way down from Vikafjellet mountains, we stop at Storesvingen cafe for a cup of coffee (to go) and stunning view over the bay of Vik and the Sognefjord.

      15 minutes here

    6. Hopperstad Stave Church

      First stop in Vik is at Hopperstad stave church – a wooden church from ca. 1130. It is, together with Urnes, the oldest stave church in existence.

      25 minutes here · Admission included

    7. Vikoyri

      We come to the center of Vik – a small village on the Songnefjord. Some say that the word Viking comes from here. We stop here for lunch and maybe a little walk through cosy streets. The car ferry leaves at 2:00pm.

      60 minutes here

    8. Sognefjorden

      It is time for a fjord cruise on the King of the Fjords – the Songefjord – the longest fjord in Norway! We leave on a small car ferry from Vik. The ferry is mostly exclusively used by local people, coming to or going from hard-to-reach, secluded villages and farms on the fjord's shore. If we are lucky, the ferry will stop at some remote farms hidden inside picturesque bays. The fjord cruise is about 1.5 hours long.

      90 minutes here · Admission included

    9. Bjordal

      After disembarking the ferry, we have a pleasant drive along the Sognefjord before we reach the village of Bjordal – from here, we travel off the beaten track through the mountains to our next stop: Stordalen Mountain Lodge.

      Pass by without stopping

    10. We stop at Stordalen Mountain Lodge for a cup of coffee. If you are interested in WW2 history, this place has a story to tell.

      30 minutes here

    11. Descending from the mountains, we come to the Matresfjord. We are on our way back to Bergen.

      Pass by without stopping

    12. The next stop is optional: We can prolong this tour with a visit to Bjørn West Museum in Matre – Museum of Norwegian guerrilla during WW2. This is a private visit after the museum's closing time and has to be booked in advance. Entrance fees apply.

      45 minutes here · Admission not included

    13. We travel along the Osterfjord to Bergen.

      Pass by without stopping

    14. Before returning to Bergen we will cross the fjord on the second longest bridge in Norway – the Nordhordlandsbrua – part floating part suspension bridge.

      Pass by without stopping

    15. Bergen

      The tour ends in Bergen. Suggested scheduled time for return is 7:30pm.

      5 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    no, ru, en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Mon, Wed, Fri
    Group size
    Up to 7 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    JANDIS AS

    Know before you go

    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    2 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Value for money

    2 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Small groups

    2 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    The guide

    1 mention

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Traveler reviews

    3 verified traveler reviews for PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: King of the Fjords – round trip to the Sognefjord, 11 hours. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Deb_B · June 2024

    An intimate perspective of the fjord’s beauty

    We would highly recommend this tour. Bjorn’s intimacy with the fjords lead to personalized storytelling about the places we observed and the people who live along the water’s edge. The small RIB offered a unique vantage point from which to absorb the fjord’s natural beauty. The brief train ride back to Bergen was easy and picturesque. We loved every minute. Perhaps the only disappointment was that the day was shorter than had been communicated. One of the highlights of our Norway adventure!

    Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your feeback! We are pleased that you enjoyed this private tour with us and hope to see you in Bergen again!

    via Viator

    David_P · August 2023

    A true highlight tour of southwestern Norway - not to be missed!

    We've been on several private, full-day, car-and-boat tours in the southwest of Norway, and this one was particularly great. Our tour guide, Vlad, went out of his way to show us some very special places that are off the typical tourist route. For example, the small, local car ferry from Vik stopped at numerous isolated, small farms at different points along the fjord, to drop off people with their supplies and to deliver mail to the local inhabitants who waited on their docks. Observing these intimate details of daily life provided a unique window to further showcase the incredibly beautiful fjord and vistas. Also, we rode up high into the mountains, which allowed spectacular views from a different perspective, and included a secret surprise destination. It was great to spend the day with Vlad, who is highly personable and knowledgeable. Our tour was worth every krone.

    Response from the operator: Dear David, We are very glad that you enjoyed the trip with us. Thank you very much for so nice review! We hope to see you again in Norway. Sincerely, Vlad

    via Viator

    Jamie_M · September 2022

    you won’t regret it!!

    we had the best time with vlad. the tour was long but we’ll worth it. we saw the stunning waterfall in voss, the charming stave church in vik, took a small ferry through the sognefjord in the sunshine, and even got to see an enchanted sculpture garden. the trip was very comfortable thanks to driving in the tesla model x. 10/10

    Response from the operator: Thank you for leaving us the review! We are happy that you enjoyed this private tour to secluded areas at Sognefjorden! Best regards, Jana Morozova

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    11 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Mon, Wed, Fri
    Price range
    $934 to $16,000
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by JANDIS AS, who run 64 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 51.7.

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    Why this scores 60

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)82
    Review evidence (18% weight)22
    Booking momentum (14% weight)13
    Value for money (12% weight)70
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)55
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: King of the Fjords – round trip to the Sognefjord, 11 hours: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bergen.

    How much does PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: King of the Fjords – round trip to the Sognefjord, 11 hours cost?

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    Prices start at $934 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Bergen usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: King of the Fjords – round trip to the Sognefjord, 11 hours take?

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    Plan for about 11 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Bergen is not rushed.

    Is PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: King of the Fjords – round trip to the Sognefjord, 11 hours worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Bergen, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: King of the Fjords – round trip to the Sognefjord, 11 hours?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: King of the Fjords – round trip to the Sognefjord, 11 hours suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: King of the Fjords – round trip to the Sognefjord, 11 hours?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Bergen can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Bergen and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: King of the Fjords – round trip to the Sognefjord, 11 hours start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Bergen within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Bergen?

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    On Outty we rank every Bergen experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Walking Tour in Bergen of the Past and Present, City Walking Tour - Bergen On Foot, Discover Bergen on Foot and Boat. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Bergen?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Bergen?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: King of the Fjords – round trip to the Sognefjord, 11 hours?

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    Included: Fjord ferry tickets; Bottled water; All Fees and Taxes; Tickets to Hopperstad stave church; and Local professional driver-guide. Not included: Lunch; Entrance fee to Bjørn West museum; and Gratuity. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: King of the Fjords – round trip to the Sognefjord, 11 hours include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 1 listed pickup location in and around Bergen. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time.

    What languages is PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: King of the Fjords – round trip to the Sognefjord, 11 hours offered in?

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    It is offered in Norwegian, Russian and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: King of the Fjords – round trip to the Sognefjord, 11 hours?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: King of the Fjords – round trip to the Sognefjord, 11 hours wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available; and Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: King of the Fjords – round trip to the Sognefjord, 11 hours if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Bergen. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: King of the Fjords – round trip to the Sognefjord, 11 hours?

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    Across 3 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities, value for money. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

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