This trip includes

The scenic Bergen Railway, Bergen - Myrdal
The magnificent Flåm Railway, Myrdal - Flåm
Express bus, Flåm - Sogndal
Fjord cruise on the Sognefjord, Sogndal - Bergen
The tour will not operate from December 19 - January 05

Customized booking

Make your selection in the booking box and press «Search». During the booking process you can customize the tour with activities and accommodation along the route. You can also choose to change departure times. You see the schedule, itinerary and price for your tour during the booking process. There is no group-, senior- or student discounts on our tours

Hotels & accommodation

We highly recommend adding an overnight stay to your tour! We have already handpicked and negotiated the best deals for you - simply add your preferred accommodation in the booking process.

Activities along the way

See or experience something new along the way! There are several activities you can add to your tour.

Tour connections

The tour is self-guided, transfers and connections are easy to find and clearly marked or announced. You will receive a detailed itinerary with information about transfer points with your tour booking confirmation.

Bergen

Sognefjord in a nutshell Winter tour

Sognefjord in a nutshell winter tour from Bergen

Experience the beautiful Norwegian winter by taking the Sognefjord in a nutshell Winter tour from Bergen! The mighty Sognefjord is exceptional all year round, but especially during the autumn and winter season!

The Sognefjord in a nutshell winter tour combines a bus ride along the Sognefjord with spectacular train rides on the Flåm and Bergen Railway, as well as a beautiful boat journey on the mighty Sognefjord! You take the tour as a round trip from Bergen and you can add overnight stays and activities along the way.

You start your tour from Bergen by taking the Bergen Railway to Myrdal. On this first part of the journey, you travel along fjords and snow-capped mountains to Myrdal. Myrdal, located at an altitude of 867 meters, is the upper point of the Flåm Railway and only accessible by train. Here you board the famous Flåm Railway. The spectacular train journey down to Flåm offers panoramic views of some of the wildest and most magnificent nature in the Norway.

From Flåm, you travel by express bus to Sogndal. The bus travel is through the winter landscapes of western Norway. Upon arrival i Sogndal, an overnight stay is required.

After an overnight stay in the village of Sogndal you travel by express boat on the Sognefjord to Bergen. The boat trip to Bergen takes approx. 5 hours and the boat stops in several quaint villages along it's route. This gives you a great opportunity to see the "King of fjords" up close - in it's "autumn colors" or "winter outfit"!

Travel tip

We recommend that you to take your time by adding overnight stays and activities along the route. This way you can enjoy the beautiful scenery or partake in exciting activities along the way! You customize your trip according to your preferences in the booking procedure starting on this page.

One last tip: Dress warmly and bundle up - Norway and the fjords can get very cold during winter!

Season
01.OCT - 31.MAR (Mon - Sat)

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Tour highlights

The Sognefjord

Norway’s longest fjord, the Sognefjord, is located in the heart of Norwegian fjord country and extends more than 200 km (120 miles) inland.

The Flåm Railway

Discover The Flåm Railway - the most beautiful train journey in the world.

The Bergen Railway

Explore the Bergen Railway on one of our round trips to the fjords. It is Northern Europe's highest stretch of railway, roughly 100 km of which runs through wild mountain terrain.

Kjosfossen

Kjosfossen is one of the most visited waterfalls in Norway, located next to the Flåm Railway. It's an impressive sight and the sound of the water is like thunder.

Bryggen Harbour in Bergen

When you visit Bergen, a trip to Bryggen is a must. For over 400 years, the Hanseatic wharf at Bryggen was home to the offices of the Hanseatic League, which dominated trade in Northern Europe. Today,...

The Aurlandsfjord

Together with the Nærøyfjord, the Aurlandsfjord is one of the most picturesque fjords in the world.

Recommended activities during this tour

Please note that certain activities depends on season, availability and travel route. Some activities may require overnight stays during your tour.

Winter fjord safari

Snowshoe hiking tour

Snowshoe hiking and Viking dinner

Winter Fjord Safari & Viking dinner

Winter Kayak trip

Via Ferrata Tour

Winter in Bergen with guide

Fjord Cruise

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Sailboat Cruise

Voss Gondol

Experience Voss from above!

Guided Segway Tour

Indoor skydiving in Voss

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Bergen by Night

Segway tour in Bergen

RIB boat trip

to a fish farm in Bergen

Stay longer and experience more in these top destinations

Add one or more overnight stays to your tour with our favorable prices. We have handpicked a selection of hotels, so you can plan and book your perfect tour!

Oslo

Oslo is the largest city in Norway, and it has been the country's capital since 1814 following the dissolution of the union with Denmark.

Bergen

Bergen is Norway's second largest city with a population of roughly 270,000. King Olav Kyrre founded the city of Bergen in 1070, and it was the country's capital from 1110 until 1299.

Balestrand

Known as the art village by the Sognefjord, Balestrand has inspired artists from all over the world.

Leikanger

Leikanger municipality is located between fjords and mountains in the heart of Sognefjorden. The municipality adjacent to Balestrand in the west and Sogndal in the east. Leikanger has around 2300...

Flåm

The small picturesque village of Flåm, is situated innermost in the Aurlandsfjord and is home of the Flåm Railway.

Aurland

Aurland is a small village situated in a clean natural, environment and boasts dramatic landscape and rich culture.

Geilo

Geilo is situated midway between Oslo and Bergen on the Bergen Railway. It is primarily a ski resort town, but also offers a wide range of summer activities.

Vatnahalsen

Vatnahalsen is the first station after Myrdal on The Flam Railway track down to Flam.

Finse

Finse is a mountain village area on the shore of the lake Finsevatnet in Ulvik municipality. The village is centered on Finse Station, a railway station on the Bergen Railway line.

Transfer points on the Sognefjord in a nutshell trip

Bergen:
Start by boat: Departs with the express boat from Strandkaiterminalen. The terminal is situated next to the Fish Market and approx. 10 min. walk from Bergen railway station.

Start by train:The train departs from Bergen railway station.

Flåm: Change from express boat to train or vice versa. The Norled boat terminal is situated next to the railway station. The express boat for Sognefjord in a nutshell departs from pier no.2.

Myrdal: Change train for the Flåm Railway or for the Bergen Railway. The trains are located next to each other.

Oslo: The trains for all our trips departs from the Oslo Central Railway Station (Oslo S).

Note: Not all transfer points are included on all tours. This depends on the tour alternative that you choose. You will of course receive a booking confirmation from us with a detailed itinerary for the tour you have selected.

Do I see the Naeroyfjord on the Sognefjord in a nutshell trip?

No. If you want to also see the Naroyfjord, we recommend you to take the round trip from Bergen start by train and add the Heritage fjord safari trip which goes into the Naeroyfjord and back to Flåm. This can be done in one day.

If you start the trip from Oslo you have to stay over in Flam to be able to add the Heritage fjord safari trip.

Are the tours guided?

No, there is no guide on our tours. You travel on your own by following the travel itinerary.

The tours have been organized so everyone should reach each connection. The connections and transfer points are all within close proximity of each other for easy transfer. Stops are always announced over the speakers.

When booking a tour, you will also gain access to the Fjord Tours Travel Guide APP which is a "digital guidebook" for your tour. Read more about the app HERE.

Information about luggage service and transportation

For questions about our luggage service and transportation of luggage during tours you can READ MORE HERE. Go to the heading "Luggage service and transportation".

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