Top Western Norway Hiking Tours

Western Norway’s Pulpit Rock is a towering cliff-plateau directly suspended over the Lysefjorden. Hikers flock here to dangle over the precipice and photograph the meandering blue fjord. This guided hike leaves from Stavanger brings you safely to the edge of the rock to take in the view. You have time at the top to take pictures, relax, and eat lunch or a snack.

Trolltunga is one of Norway's most recognizable landmarks and almost always crowded. Avoid those crowds and long photo lines with this overnight hiking tour. You'll enjoy sunset and sunrise in the high mountains of Hardangervidda National Park, relax around campfire in the evening, and visit scenic spots that most hikers don't know about.

Enjoy an active day out among mountains, fjords, and spectacular scenery—and leave all the planning and logistics to your guide—on this seamless, full-day tour. Following morning pickup at your Stavanger hotel, set off with just a small group for company. Your destination is Kjeragbolten: the picturesque boulder mysteriously wedged between cliffs. Hike up to visit it, and soak up the extraordinary views as you go.

Escape the bustle of the city—and discover some of Norway’s most striking and recognizable stretches of nature—on this small-group tour. Depart in the morning directly from your hotel, and head to Lysfjord, where you’ll go for a cruise along the water to soak up the scenery. Next, hike up Kjerag to view the famous Kjeragbolten—and even step onto the boulder wedged between rock faces.

Bergen sits amongst seven hills, and you don’t know the city until you’ve reached its summits. With your local guide leading the way (and offering insight into Norwegian culture and nature), you’ll get away from the crowds and into the wilderness, hiking from dense woods and lakes to the top of Mt Fløyen, looking all the way to the sea and the bustling city harbor below.

Experience unbeatable morning views from Preikestolen on a 10-hour group tour from Stavanger. After hotel pickup and a relaxing ferry ride, follow your guide on a 2- to 3-hour hike to Pulpit Rock. Traversing easy to moderate terrain, the trek is suitable for both amateur and seasoned hikers alike. Once at the top, enjoy ample free time to take photos, explore, and rest.

Consider spending a day climbing the world’s longest wooden staircase. With its 4444 steps, Flørli is known to be one of the scariest stairs in the world. The climb is long and strenuous, but provides great lookout points where you can stop to catch your breath while enjoying the vista over the Lysefjord down below. This is a two-part hike that does not take you through the same scenery more than once. The descent follows the hundred-year old marked trail that was once used by the “Rallarer”. Rallarer were often underprivileged men that were employed in the 1800s Norway to help build infrastructure. They are remembered to have carried up to 80 kg loads on their backs, and are the ones that built the stairs along with the Flørli Hydroelectric Power Station at their base. The dam at Ternevatnet, which the return trail passes, also stands as a reminder of their mastery.

When you visit Fjord Norway and Bergen you must see the beautiful landscape from above. Take the gondola up to Mt. Ulriken, and join a fantastic hiking trail that runs in varied terrain. From the summit, you can enjoy magnificent views of Bergen and the surrounding area – the sea, the islands, and the mountains.

This hike is a must-do if you want to get the most out of your visit to Bergen. It is a medium 3 hour hike away from the crowds with great views of Bergen and the surrounding area. We hike literally on top of Bergen and go off the beaten track through woods, past lakes, and on paths where we can hear the silence. Above Mt Fløyen our guide will take you through untouched terrain, reaching some higher summits with amazing views of Bergen and the ocean surrounding it. Our guide is local and will be able to tell you about Norwegian culture, habits and history.

Enjoy one of the most spectacular fjord views in the region on this guided hike to Mount Saksa. In the company of a guide who knows the region well, you can relax and enjoy the trek up and views from the top.

The steep climb on the Stoltzekleiven path to the Sandviksfløyen viewpoint is one of Bergen’s most popular hikes, taking around 1.5 hours to reach the top. On this tour, enjoy a guided trek to the mountaintop, where you will be rewarded with stunning views over Bergen and the surrounding mountains and fjords. Return via an alternative trail, passing through beautiful valleys and mountain lakes.

Sunrise is a magnificent time of day. It is an awakening of the planet, birds, trees, and wildlife. It is always a new beginning. If you have romance in your soul, witnessing this beautiful daybreak can bring joy into your mundane life. It doesn't cost anything to watch a sunrise. Sun-gazing is an old method of healing. Our ancestors worshiped the sun for many reasons. Gratitude. You are alive another day. What? "Big deal," you say? Waking up is a gift. Being grateful just to be alive shifts your perspective. Each day is a beautiful gift. Be grateful. Say thank you to the sun for rising on this gorgeous day.

The Atlantic Road has National Tourist Route status, and the entire stretch between Bud and Kristiansund is one continuous experience packed with coastal scenery, culture and history. The road that crosses this “infamous stretch of ocean” was hailed as the world’s best road trip by the British newspaper The Guardian. In 2006. The 8.3 km (5 mile) road, with 8 bridges of a total length of 891 meters, is built on several small islands and skerries, and is spanned by eight bridges and several landfills. Sjurvarden (Stemshesten) is the mountain that stretches out to the sea, giving a powerful view of Hustadvika, the Atlantic Ocean and the coastal landscape from Sunnmøre in the west and Smøla on Nordmøre in the north. The trip is a combination of activity like hiking and walking, relaxing on the beautiful beach and driving the senic road admiring the costline of Norway.

The walk is from Mt Ulriken to Mt Fløyen. Starting from Mt Ulriken, you get great views of Bergen and the city fjord. Mt Ulriken is the highest mountain in Bergen at 643 metres, and our destination is Mt Fløyen, which is 300 metres. The guide takes you safely over the mountains, and brings a comprehensive first-aid kit. On the way, you will learn about Bergen and Norway, and, not least, about Norwegian outdoor pursuits. On this trip you will see all the 7 mountains around Bergen, and walk between the two most famous peaks. When: Main season: 1 of may-30 october. Start :09:30

Escape the bustle of the city for the day on this snowshoeing trip to Lievarden. In the company of a local guide, feel confident walking through nature between Storfjord fjord and the peaks of the Sunnmøre alps, regardless of your experience level.

Your journey begins at the cruise terminal. A bus or car will take you to Nedstrand into one of the fjords, passing the small communities and beautiful landscape. The trip will take approximately 1 hour. While passing Fjords and mountains, your guide will tell you about the life and history of the people of Haugesund. Upon arrival at Nedstrand, soak in the surroundings of the cozy village, Hindervåg. Then we go on a hike up to Himakånå, 357 meters above sea level. The walk is around 2 km, it is a steep walk, but we take it at a slow pace. The walk takes around one hour each way. Once we reach the summit, it's the perfect time for pictures of the panoramic views. Himakånå is one of Norway's most popular "selfie spots"! Here we'll rest and enjoy our "matpakke"( a light typical Norwegian lunch), taking in the breathtaking mountain and fjord surroundings, before we head back down to Nedstrand.

Experience the heart of Sunnmøre in the small settlement of Bjørke with its majestic surroundings and hike with a guide up to the beautiful mountain lake Tyssevatnet.

Explore the Norwegian outdoors on this private all-day guided tour from Bergen to Folgefonna Glacier. Along the way, stop at two waterfalls and catch views of the surrounding mountains and lakes. After reaching the glacier by ferry, break for a snack. The tour does not include climbing the glacier. Equipment and boots are provided.

Join us for a hike to three of our favourite mountain tops near the city center. This is a great way to experience Norwegian hiking- and cabin culture first hand. Get a sense of the local topography and wilderness, and see some of the best views of the Bergen. Visit our cabin at the plateau we call Vidden, and enjoy a meal prepared by your guide. Relax and enjoy the scenery.

This fjord hike allows you to start and finish in the town of Bergen. The hike gives a real sea-to-summit feel and offers stunning views and scenery. If you want to experience hiking by the fjords during your stay in Bergen. Skip the tourist traps and come with us to make great holiday memories.