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Top 15 Scenic Railways in Norway

22 tours  ·  from $383 a head

Good scenic railways in Norway fill up weeks ahead and the famous ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Bergen: Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway - Njardarheimr, a practical look at Viking life
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Bergen: Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway

1.Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,047 reviews · 10h 30m · from $418Our pick

Spend about 10.5 hours traveling from Bergen by coach, electric ferry and train. Visit Njardarheimr Viking village, cruise the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord aboard Future of the Fjords, and ride the Flåm Railway. Guides such as Michael, Maria, Tracy and Ivan are praised for clear commentary and good humor. Food is not included, so bring snacks.

“A really enjoyable day. I loved the Viking village, the fjord cruise was really spectacular and the Flåm railway was great too! I would have appreciated a little bit more time in Flåm but I know it’s hard to pack so much into a day.”

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Guided tour - Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway - Njardarheimr, a Viking town with a human scale
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Guided tour – Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway

2.Guided tour – Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 371 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $429

Travel from Bergen by bus, boat, and two railways to Njardarheimr Viking Village, the Nærøyfjord, Aurlandsfjord, Kjosfossen, and Flåm. An English-speaking guide handles the connections, with guides such as Michael, Ivan, Linda, Alvan, and Lora reported on different departures. Expect a packed but easy way to see western Norway in one day.

“Michael & Linda were outstanding. They brought enthusiasm and kindness as well as so much knowledge about Norway & Bergen. The sights, the history, the stunning views was well worth it.”

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Bergen: Viking Village, Nærøyfjorden Cruise and Flåm Railway - Dale and Tvindefossen: useful stops before the fjord
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Bergen: Viking Village, Nærøyfjorden Cruise and Flåm Railway

3.Viking Village, Nærøyfjorden Cruise and Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 155 reviews · 12 hours · from $435

Travel from Bergen by Mercedes minibus to Tvindefossen and Njardarheimr Viking Village, then cruise Nærøyfjorden and ride the Flåm Railway back to Bergen. English-speaking guides such as Thomas, Geir, Stig, and Bjarte lead the road portion, while the final train journey is unaccompanied.

“The minibus was very comfortable and Geir was an excellent driver and a very informative guide. Adding personal experiences to his commentary gave more insight into the Norwegian way of life. He left us at the Viking Village but gave us very clear instructions for boarding the boat for the fjord cruise and the Flam and Bergen trains. A guided tour of the Viking Village is included in the price. It is optional but well worth joining as you only have a limited time in the village. The boat was a lot bigger than I expected. There was plenty of inside seating but, as it was a fine, sunny day…”

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Oslo To Sognefjord Private Full Day Roundtrip Including Flam Railway - The morning drive from Oslo to Gudvangen
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Oslo To Sognefjord Private Full Day Roundtrip Including Flam Railway

4.Oslo To Sognefjord Private Full Day Roundtrip Including Flam Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 70 reviews · 15 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $1,083

Leave central Oslo at 8 a.m. with a private driver-guide, travel through mountain scenery to Gudvangen, cruise Sognefjord and Nærøyfjord to Flåm, then ride the famous Flåm Railway toward Myrdal and Geilo before driving back. Guides such as Janis, Reinis, Bjørn, Alex, and Alekss are praised for clear instructions, photo stops, and keeping the many connections on track.

“Tour was fantastic! Sergei was an amazing guide. He was a great driver and explained everything well. The sites during the drive, boat ride, and train ride back were incredible. Highly recommend!”

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Oslo To Bergen Self-Guided Full Day Trip with Flåm Railway And Fjord Cruise - Flåm and the fjord boat to Gudvangen
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Oslo To Bergen Self-Guided Full Day Trip with Flåm Railway And Fjord Cruise

5.Oslo To Bergen Self-Guided Full Day Trip with Flåm Railway And Fjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 69 reviews · from $454

Travel independently from Oslo to Bergen by Bergen Railway, Flåm Railway, fjord boat, bus, and train. You will cross the Aurlandsfjord and narrow Nærøyfjord, then continue through Gudvangen and Voss. Tickets and instructions are supplied, but you must manage every connection yourself.

“For the Flam Railway, it was quite a rainy day, however, we could see some of the beautiful sights on the train. The Fjord Cruise part was incredible. The low hanging clouds (it had stopped raining) made the views that much more breathtaking. Just BEAUTIFUL! The bus and train connection to Bergen went smoothly. Worth it.”

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Private Full-Day Round Trip from Oslo to Sognefjord via Flåm Railway - Gudvangen and the Nærøyfjord setting
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Private Full-Day Round Trip from Oslo to Sognefjord via Flåm Railway

6.Private Full-Day Round Trip from Oslo to Sognefjord via Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 62 reviews · 15 to 16 hours (approx.) · from $1,177

Leave Oslo at 8 a.m. with a private driver-guide such as Janis, Aleks, Björn, or Joonas. Ride the Flåm Railway, cruise Sognefjord, and cross Norway’s mountain country by car and train before returning late at night. It is a flexible, private sampler for anyone short on time, but expect 15 to 16 hours of travel.

“Long day but paced nicely to see beautiful Norway in a condensed timeframe. So many tunnels and amazing waterfalls.”

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Self-Guided 22-Hour Round Trip From Oslo To Sognefjord With Flåm Railway - Myrdal to Flåm on the famous railway
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Self-Guided 22-Hour Round Trip From Oslo To Sognefjord With Flåm Railway

7.Self-Guided 22-Hour Round Trip From Oslo To Sognefjord With Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 54 reviews · from $537

Start at Oslo Central Station for a self-guided 22-hour circuit through Myrdal, Flåm, Aurlandsfjord, Nærøyfjord, Gudvangen, Voss, and Bergen. You’ll combine the Bergen Railway, Flåm Railway, fjord cruise, bus, and optional sleeper train. It is a tightly timed way to see Norway’s best scenery in one long day.

“The tour was exactly as advertised. The entire journey is an opportunity for stunning views at every turn. The tickets were all accurate, the tour host was responsive and the directions were well written and easy to follow. I highly recommend the sleeper cabin for the return. The day is long and tiring, but well worth the effort.”

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Bergen: Private Day Tour, Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway - Tvindefossen gives the drive an early reward
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Bergen: Private Day Tour, Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway

8.Private Day Tour, Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 38 reviews · 10 hours · from $1,259

Spend 10 hours traveling from Bergen to Gudvangen, the Nærøyfjord, Flåm, and Voss with a private English-speaking guide. Stop at Tvindefossen, visit Njardarheimr Viking Village, cruise by battery-powered boat, and ride the Flåm Railway. Guides such as Arne, Michael, Vilde, and Ivan are praised for handling seats, timing, and scenic stops.

“Michael, our guide, was fantastic. He was enthusiastic, entertaining and insightful as we spent the day with him exploring the western part of Norway. His car was impeccably clean and comfortable. I would highly recommend a tour with Michael any time!”

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Private tour - Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway - Voss gives the day an inland start
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Private tour – Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway

9.Private tour – Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $1,003Top rated

Spend about 10 hours traveling from Bergen through Voss and Gudvangen, with a stop at Tvindefossen and Njardarheimr Viking Village. Cruise the Nærøyfjord to Flåm, ride the Flåm Railway to Myrdal, then return by train and private vehicle. Guides such as Arne, Michael, and Pål provide local context and help with connections.

“Our guide Arne was an amazing storyteller and full of information on how best to enjoy the cruise and train experience. He went above and beyond our expectations (even helping me get my glasses fixed in town after they came apart). The scenery was amazing and the boat was spacious and smooth. Good food and drinks on board as well. I highly recommend this trip!”

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Winter Tour Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway - Meeting the Viking world at Njardarheimr
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Winter Tour Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway

10.Winter Tour Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 26 reviews · 10h 30m · from $414

Leave Bergen by minibus for Dale, Tvindefossen, Gudvangen’s Njardarheimr Viking Village, and an electric cruise through Nærøyfjord. In Flåm, ride the Flåm Railway toward snowy Myrdal before returning to Bergen by train. English-speaking guides such as Geir and Bjarte lead the road portion, while the cruise and train rides are self-guided.

“Guide was very good and activities well paced. The whole day was thoroughly enjoyable with stunning scenery to see .”

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Guided tour to Viking Village, Nærøyfjorden Cruise & Flåm Railway - Njardarheimr, a hands-on look at Viking life
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Guided tour to Viking Village, Nærøyfjorden Cruise & Flåm Railway

11.Guided tour to Viking Village, Nærøyfjorden Cruise & Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 19 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $444

Travel from Bergen by minibus to Tvindefossen, Gudvangen’s Viking Village, the Nærøyfjord, Flåm, and the famous Flåm Railway. Your guide, often Thomas or Stig, handles the first half, then you follow clear tickets and train instructions back to Bergen. Expect a long, scenic day with little meal time.

“The day was beautiful but we had some transportation issues at the start that threw the did our confidence all morning. Hence the time at the Viking Village got shortened by a lot. We felt after that we could have done the whole experience more economically. But the views, experience was a “do not miss” experience.”

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Bergen to Oslo: Private Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway - Cruising the Narrow Nærøyfjord
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Bergen to Oslo: Private Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway

12.Bergen to Oslo: Private Nærøyfjord Cruise and Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 15 hours · from $1,259

Join a private English-language tour from Bergen to Oslo with hotel pickup, a car ride to Gudvangen, Tvinde Waterfall, Njardarheimr Viking Village, a premium electric cruise through Nærøyfjord, and the Flåm Railway. Guides such as Ivan, Arne, Michael, Erika, and Pål have led this route.

“Everything was just superb. Erika was an excellent guide...the best Norwegian guide that I have experienced so far for my 10 day trip! Only feedback is the cost was a bit steep and the train ride to Oslo was tiring! 😀”

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Bergen: Flam Railway, Viking Village Tour with Fjord Cruise - Myrdal and the railway change
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Bergen: Flam Railway, Viking Village Tour with Fjord Cruise

13.Flam Railway, Viking Village Tour with Fjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · 10h 30m · from $955

Spend about 10.5 hours traveling from Bergen to Flåm by road and rail, then cruise Nærøyfjord before returning. An English-speaking guide, hotel pickup, train tickets, and cruise are included. Guides such as Farid, Faridy, Fary, and Freedy have been praised for their local insight and personal care.

“Our guide, Faridy, lots of contact, lots of information through out our travels. Went above and beyond what would be expected. It is a long day so go prepared and well rested.”

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Full Day Guided Roundtrip From Bergen To Sognefjord With Flam Railway - The two-hour cruise through Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjord
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Full Day Guided Roundtrip From Bergen To Sognefjord With Flam Railway

14.Full Day Guided Roundtrip From Bergen To Sognefjord With Flam Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $969

Spend about 11 hours moving by train, bus, and boat from Bergen into Norway’s fjord country. Your private guide handles the connections, from the Bergen Railway and Voss to a two-hour cruise on Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjord, followed by time in Flåm and the Flåm Railway. Guides may include Federico, Emma, Sveta, Anika, or Frode.

“Excellent guide, wonderful sightseeing, overall a very unforgettable experience ! It’s well worth it!”

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Private tour, Bergen to Oslo - Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway - Cruising the Nærøyfjord on the Future of the Fjords
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Private tour, Bergen to Oslo – Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway

15.Private tour, Bergen to Oslo – Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $1,109

Travel from Bergen to Oslo by private vehicle, electric fjord cruise, Flåm Railway, and Bergen Railway. Your English-speaking guide handles the connections and drives to Gudvangen, with a summer stop at Stegastein. Guides including Arnold, John, Fronde, and Frode have been praised for their care and local insight.

“Anywhere on the Flam railway and the sheer magnificence of the Naeroyfjord fjord . The guide, Arnold, was excellent. Prior to the fjord cruise the twin falls and the lake at Voss were also right up there. A great tour.”

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★ 5.0Cruise Special: Private Trip To Canyons And Waterfalls With Flåm RailwayFrom $9072 reviews

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