7 day Fjord Hiking Holiday Norway
hiking the fjords, high sea cliffs, glacial terrain,
and islands on this guided hiking holiday in Norway
Testimonials
17500 Nok, p.p
18+ years
7 days
moderate - advanced
Min. 2 - max. 7 people
june - august
Fjord hiking holiday Norway highlights
Go off the beaten track on this fully guided hiking holiday, and hike some of Norway’s most beautiful and rugged terrain. Each hike is different, whether it be along the Atlantic coast, along white beaches, or up staggeringly high sea cliffs. In one week you get to experience Fjord life and nature, spending each day in unspoiled nature. The hikes are away from the busiest parts of Norway, and instead of standing in line, you can truly enjoy the fjords. You will spend the nights in two comfortable, cozy cabins/apartments that are nicely situated for our daily hikes, and where your guide will cook your evening dinners. Often you will drive to the hikes with our van, crossing the fjords with ferries to reach your destination. Anyone with a sporty attitude is welcome – regardless if you join as a solo traveler or with friends or family.
Information
Departure Dates
In the summer of 2024, the fjord hiking trip takes place on the following date:
| Dates 2024 | Status |
| June 23 – 29, 2024 | Guaranteed – Bookable via Book Now – button |
| July 14 – 20, 2024 | Guaranteed – Bookable via Book Now – button |
| August 12 – 18, 2024 | Sold out |
| August 26 – September 1, 2024 | Guaranteed – Bookable via Book Now – button |
Do you prefer to start the tour on a different date? Request a departure date for a private tour for your friend group through the contact form.
Price
| Price 2024 | |
| 1 person, double or twin room | 17500 NOK |
| 1 person, single room | 24500 NOK |
Upon booking: pay a 30% deposit to secure your spot. 70% balance payment 6 weeks before the start of the trip.
At first the deposit payment will only be reserved on your credit card. As soon as the minimum required number of sold spots is reached, the amount will be deducted, and you will get a booking confirmation.
Accommodation
The comfortable cabins/apartments are situated in two different areas and we use our van for covering the region. Each day we will do very different hikes. We might hike straight from the cabin or drive to an area where we will take day hikes.
The cabins are fully equipped and nicely situated. Our guide/cook will serve high quality two-course dinners and extensive breakfast. You will make your lunch package during breakfast.
The cabins are only used by our group. They have twin rooms, a shared bathroom, living room and kitchen, and a nice view.
Included & not included
Included in the price:
- All meals, starting with dinner day 1 and ending with breakfast day 7
- The services of an experienced Norway Adventures guide throughout the whole trip
- Transportation including ferries and luggage
- Six nights accommodation in comfortable cabins/apartments with shared twin/double rooms and a shared bathroom
Not included in the price:
- Travel to and from Nordfjordeid
- Alcoholic beverages
- Optional kayak add-on on day 4
- Travel insurance
- Costs occurring in case of dramatic changes of the trip and/or in case of extremely bad weather (this happens rarely)
Location
The departure time and location is:
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- Start: day 1, 10.30 (10.30 a.m.) in Nordfjordeid at the bus station (rutebilstasjon)
- Finish: day 7, around 10 (10 a.m.) at the same location
You can find the instructions on how to get to Nordfjordeid in the FAQ under ‘Getting there’.
Do you require extra assistance with booking your transfers? We can arrange your transfers for an extra fee. Please, reach out through the contact form.
What to bring
There are a couple of things you really don’t want to forget to bring on this 7 day hiking holiday in Norway
- Good hiking shoes, already broken in
- Day pack
- Water bottle
- Waterproof rain jacket and pants
Here we have a packing list of a general summer day hike.
FAQ
If you have questions about this tour, visit our Frequently Asked Question page. If you did not find your answer do not hesitate, contact us.
Day to Day
Itinerary
Day 1: Warm-up hike on the Haugsvarden
After pick up, you go for a warming up hike close to Nordfjordeid. We often hike the Haugsvarden. An easy hike towards the summit where you can enjoy your lunch package and fjord view no matter the weather.
The hike will reward you with a 360-degree view over the different fjords around you. A nice gimmick at the top is a plaque with all the names and altitudes of the surrounding mountain tops.
Elevation: 350m up & down (1150 ft)
Day 2: Enjoy the Atlantic coast with white beaches and endless views
Along the Atlantic coast on the islands there’s a rugged, windblown landscape with less vegetation, some surprisingly exotic white sandy beaches and endless ocean views. Depending on the wind and clouds your guide chooses a suitable hike. One of our favourites is to the Veten.
Elevation: 550m up & down (1800 ft)
Day 3: Explore the hidden gem that is the Ålfotenfjord
A little hidden fjordarm we love is the Ålfotenfjord, it has a fantastic valley where we often hike combined with fishing or swimming. While hiking you will be surrounded by lakes, forests, deer, 3000 ft rockfaces, huge boulders, little rivers and waterfalls. And the best part is that you will have all this for yourself. You can hike as far as your feet can take you.
Elevation: 600m up & down (1970 ft)
Day 4: Enjoy a day off or go on an optional kayak adventure
Today you can have a relaxing day off or go on an optional kayak tour with your group. After breakfast and checking out of the cabin we will pick up the kayaks and set out on the fjord.
Enjoy the silence and the beauty of pure Norwegian nature. From the kayak you get to experience the fjord from a different angle. Eat your lunch package at an abandoned farm along the fjord. Typical kayak day would be: instructions, 2 hr paddle, lunch break, 2 hr paddle.
Day 5: Hike up the stunning rockfaces of the Norangsfjord and Hjørundfjord
Deeper inside the fjords we find the steepest and most narrow rockfaces that are over 1800 meters (5900 ft) high. Mount Saksa is a well-known mountain in this area. There are two options, a shorter hike overlooking the beautiful Norangsfjord on one side and the Hjørundfjord on the other side. Or, hike up 1000 meters (3200 ft) to the summit, with majestic views of the fjords and the Sunnmøre Alps.
Elevation: 600m up & down (1970 ft)
Day 6: Explore the UNESCO world heritage listed Geirangerfjord
Today you might explore the Lodalen glacier area. Start with a historic hike along Lodalen lake, where villages were wiped out by a 70 meter (230 ft) high Tsunami twice at the start of 1900. Continue with a hike to the Bødalsglacier with a lunch break at the summer farm. Maybe the cows come to greet you. These hikes give you a full day without too strenuous hiking.
Alternatively, you might do a hike in another area: the hike from Geiranger to Skageflå. You will get a spectacular view down into the narrow fjord, over to the abandoned farm on the other side, and the Seven Sisters Waterfall. This hike is more technical, 2x 400m steep and up and down, but the views are more than worth the effort.
Day 7: The end of the journey
Today marks the end of the hiking holiday in the Norwegian fjords. After breakfast, you will be driven back to Nordfjordeid where the journey comes to an end.
Testimonials
Damien
A huge thank you to the Norway Adventures team; their hard work made it such a memorable experience for me. The six days I had hiking were unforgettable. I highly recommend them to anyone who wants the Norwegian experience of a lifetime. If it were possible I would be back hiking with them again tomorrow!
Ketta
I cannot say enough about our recent trip hiking the fjords! The hikes were daring but doable for a 59 year old in decent shape and my girls were happy as clams. ur accommodations could not have been more comfortable! I hope to do this trip again with my husband. Thanks for a fantastic week!
Rhi
It was incredible! The small group size was perfect. The accommodations were lovely, in picturesque small towns. If you want to see the beauty of Norway, but get away from the rest of the tourists, this is the trip for you. The hikes are steep, but worth every step. Definitely the trip of a lifetime, and one I will never forget.