Bergen: Viking Village, Nærøyfjorden Cruise and Flåm Railway
About This Experience
A second way to combine the Viking village, the Nærøyfjord cruise and the Flåm Railway in one day, run by a different operator (Fjordrive) in a smaller, air-conditioned minibus rather than a full coach — useful if you'd rather travel in a smaller group.
The day starts early from central Bergen, opposite the Tourist Information office, and follows broadly the same loop as the larger coach tours: the Viking village of Njardarheimr in Gudvangen, a cruise on the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord, a stop at Tvindefossen waterfall, and the Flåm Railway.
It runs about twelve hours door to door — longer than the flagship coach tour — and the operator is explicit about its limits: no wheelchair access, and children under four are not permitted on board at all, with no refund if you show up with one. If neither of those apply to your group, it's a reasonable alternative on a day when the main tour is sold out.
Highlights
- Cruise through UNESCO World Heritage Site Nærøyfjorden
- Tour in cultural Viking Village in Njardarheimr
- Take one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world, Flåm Railway
- See Tvindefossen waterfall, one of the most famous waterfalls in Western Norway
What's Included
- ✓ Tickets to Viking Village, Nærøyfjorden Cruise, Flåm Railway
- ✓ English-speaking guide
- ✓ Driver
- ✓ Air-conditioned vehicle
Not Included
- Food
Good to Know & Caveats
- Wheelchair is not possible
- Children under the age of 4 cannot join this tour. If you bring children under the age of 4, you will not be allowed on the tour and you will not get a money refund
- Disclaimer: If unforeseen events occur, such as weather conditions/landslide/natural disasters/technical issues with cruise/train, Fjordrive is not responsible for covering costs for missing flights, hotel costs etc. Fjordrive can change the schedule on the tour if unforeseen events like traffic issues, closed roads etc. occur
- You can cancel the tour 24 hours before the tour starts. If you cancel after this, you will not receive a refund. If we cancel the tour due to weather/technical problems etc, you will receive a full refund
Not Suitable For
- Children under 4 years
- Wheelchair users
Meeting Point
If you have a booking until 30th of September the start time is 9.00 AM. From 1st of October there are new times: Start time of the tour is 8.00 AM. From 1st of November and all of the winter season: Start time: 8.00 AM. We will not take responsibility if you are too late and miss out on the tour. We recommend you meet up 15 min before. Meet-up is outside the Tourist Information located at address: Strandkaien 1. You will see Scandic Hotel Torget just across the street. Look for a black Mercedes Sprinter Minibus.
What Travelers Say
Rated 4.6/5 by 279 verified GetYourGuide travelers.
The day was fantastic. Our bus driver was the best giving us so much info on our trip to the Viking Village and the boat. Our tour guide at the village was informative, funny and her delivery was exceptional. The boat tour and the two rail lines added much to the day. My travel mate said this tour was the cherry on the best sundae ever!😃
— Gregory, Septemb
The best guide in the world. Lots of information about life in Norway, funny anecdotes. Beautiful places.
— Alicja, Septemb
Small group tour. Ger was a friendly and knowledgeable guide. Amazing experience cruise was breathtaking, along with some beautiful waterfalls and lakes. The Flam was brilliant, but the 2 hour journey back to Bergen at the end of the day was a bit of disappointing end to the day
— Kerry, August
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from the other Bergen Viking Village tours?
Same three stops — the Viking village, the Nærøyfjord cruise and the Flåm Railway — but run by a different operator (Fjordrive) in a smaller minibus rather than a coach, and it runs closer to twelve hours rather than ten and a half.
Where does this tour start?
Outside the Tourist Information office at Strandkaien 1 in central Bergen, across from the Scandic Hotel Torget. Look for a black Mercedes Sprinter minibus — arrive at least 15 minutes early, since the operator cannot wait for late arrivals.
Can I bring young children?
No. The operator does not allow children under 4 on this tour under any circumstances, and there is no refund if you arrive with a child under that age. Families with younger children should look at the coach-based alternative instead.
What happens if the weather affects the tour?
The operator can adjust the schedule for weather, landslides or technical issues with the cruise or train, and is not responsible for other costs (like missed flights) that result. You can cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
