The 15 Best Fjord Trips from Alesund

1.Geirangerfjord Scenic Cruise & Village Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 568 reviews · 510 - 570 minutes · from $225Our pick

Spend 8.5 to 9.5 hours cruising from Ålesund to Geiranger and back on a modern catamaran. Look for the Seven Sisters and the Suitor, use the multilingual audio guide, and explore Geiranger for one to three hours. Guides such as Cato and Asbjørn add local stories, while the indoor lounge and outdoor deck keep the long ride comfortable.

“We can’t say enough about this day cruise and especially our guide Cato. The cruise includes an audio guide that gives an interesting if bare-bones description of the sites and local history as we made our way up the Fjord to our destination. The secret sauce was Cato. He was able to answer every question and added so many additional details, that we left with wonderful memories of that day. The scenery along the way is beyond compare and although we had already seen some of it from the road, it was far better from the vantage point of the water. There is a three-hour layover in Geirangerfjord and we…”

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2.Alesund Shore Excursion: From Fjords to Trolls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 319 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $187

Travel from Ålesund through Valldal to Gudbrandsjuvet and the Trollstigen Plateau, with stops for fjord views, waterfalls, and the Troll Wall area. Your English-speaking guide explains local nature, folklore, and history while you ride in an air-conditioned vehicle. Choose a lunch-included option, but check Trollstigen’s current road status before booking.

“Because we didn’t go onto the troll road it’s closed until July 15 2025 for repairs I gave the excursion a 4 . Still a good excursion you go on the back side of the troll road and still get to the platform on top the looks down on the troll road you’re about 4000ft above . You also get to go to a couple of water falls. A good day”

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3.Hjørundfjord Fjord Cruise roundtrip from Ålesund

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 172 reviews · 5 hours · from $115

Sail roundtrip from central Ålesund aboard the vintage MS Bruvik, passing Trandal, Sæbø, and Urke beneath the Sunnmøre Alps. You get about an hour in Øye, plus indoor and outdoor viewing areas, an English audio guide, and snacks and drinks for purchase. Bring food, since Øye has no shop or café.

“It would be nice to have a guide explaining the highlights of the ride, also there isn’t enough seating outside.”

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4.Fjordcruise Ålesund Geirangerfjord T/R

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 164 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $266

Travel from central Ålesund to Geiranger by modern catamaran, passing the Seven Sisters and Suitor waterfalls. You get roughly two to two and a half hours in Geiranger for cafés, the Norwegian Fjord Center, or a pre-booked viewpoint excursion. The boat has indoor and outdoor seating, restrooms, snacks, and audio commentary.

“This was a last minute booking for us as another excursion was cancelled. We came in on a cruise ship and were nervous about the timing of this excursion as it was scheduled to returned only 30 minutes before our ship’s last call, but they stayed right on schedule and returned on time. The excursion was awesome! There was a viewing area on the top deck along with chairs and some blankets provided. The bathrooms were clean and well maintained. The scenery was breathtaking!! We are so happy that we ended up on this excursion.”

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5.Winter Fjord Cruise to Geirangerfjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 97 reviews · 9 hours · from $346

Travel from Ålesund to Geiranger on a modern catamaran with Fjord Ranger Ionnes and a German-speaking guide. You’ll see the UNESCO Geirangerfjord in its quieter season, visit Flydalsjuvet and the Norwegian Fjord Centre, then choose a 327-step waterfall walk or bus ride back to the ship. Lunch, snacks, and hot drinks are included.

“very nice trip, good plan and route and delicious food😊”

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6.Hellesylt Sightseeing Boat Geirangerfjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 94 reviews · 1 hour 20 minutes (approx.) · from $64

Cruise from Hellesylt toward Geiranger on a catamaran with English commentary, indoor seating, an open deck, and a small cafe. You will pass the Seven Sisters, Bridal Veil, and Suitor waterfalls, plus the cliff farms of Skageflå and Knivsflå. The boat does not stop, so this is a scenic cruise rather than a shore excursion.

“A pleasant and relaxing trip. The catamaran has a small cafe serving drinks and snacks and gets fairly close to some stunning sights. Well worth the money. Easy to find and well organised.”

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7.Ålesund to Geiranger Fjord Boat Tour with Return Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 53 reviews · 10h 30m · from $157

Spend a full day moving through Norway’s finest fjord scenery by boat and bus. Cruise from Ålesund to Øye, cross the Nordang Valley to Hellesylt, sail the UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord, and return via Eagle Road, Eidsdal, and Kokarsteinen. English-speaking staff, free village time, and waterfall water tasting are included.

“Trip went smoothly and everyone was very helpful. Loved the experience and appreciate the free time to roam on our own. Recommend highly.”

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8.Trollstigen 100% Highlights Fjord to Troll 10 stops 16 seats max

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $278Top rated

Join local guide and owner Rolf on a seven-hour small-group journey from Ålesund to Trollstigen. You’ll see Aksla Mountain, fjords, old farms, Gudbrandsjuvet, the 11 hairpin bends, and several Trollstigen viewpoints. The minibus carries no more than 16 people and includes drinks, lunch, umbrellas, blankets, and a city drive.

“Exceptional experience! The guide is fabulous and the comfort of the car is perfect with large windows and great care to please passengers! The small group makes us see more things and the experience is memorable with phenomenal views! I recommend 100%!!!!Auto-translated”

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9.All About the Fjords, in one tour by bus & boat from Ålesund

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 20 reviews · 6 hours · from $167

Travel from Ålesund to Øye by boat through Hjørundfjord, then continue by bus through Norangsdal Valley to Hellesylt and Ljøen viewpoint. You’ll see Hellesylt waterfall, cross Storfjord by ferry, and return to Ålesund. An English guide and free audio guide in 14 languages are available.

“A very enjoyable way to get a sense of the fjords and the countryside around them. The combination of ferry and bus probably made for a richer experience then just a ferry trip alone.”

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10.Hjørundfjord Fjord Tour Roundtrip from Ålesund

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 20 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $118

From Ålesund’s Rådhuskaia pier, you sail through Vegsund and the full length of Hjørundfjord, passing Trandal, Sæbø, and Urke before stopping 30 minutes in Øye. Expect dramatic mountain views and a local ferry-style ride rather than a fully narrated sightseeing cruise. The round trip lasts about five hours and returns to Ålesund.

“Stopping at little villages and seeing where, how people live gives us a nice glimpse of remote Norwegian life.”

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11.6 Day Fjord Kayaking Trip Norway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 5 days 5 hours (approx.) · from $2,199

This six-day Norway Adventures expedition takes you from Ålesund through Storfjord and Geirangerfjord toward Geiranger. You paddle about five hours a day, camp for five nights, and carry only your sleeping bag because kayaks, tents, meals, and safety gear are supplied. Small groups of up to eight make room for careful guiding by experienced leaders such as Alex, Nathan, Rogier, and Lotte.

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12.Fjord Tour with Lunch on MS Bruvik

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 13 reviews · 7 hours · from $156

Spend seven hours cruising from Ålesund into Hjørundfjord aboard the black and white MS Bruvik. An English-speaking guide covers nature, folklore, history, and culture, while an audio guide offers 15 languages. You get lunch, warm indoor seating, outdoor decks, and a brief stop in Sæbø.

“Bardzo fajna wycieczka, na pokładzie przyjemny klimat bardzo ciepło, w każdej chwili można było wyjść na zewnątrz . Do dyspozycji kawka, herbatka, woda i ciasteczka . W trakcie był te lunch zupa z bagietką wystarczającą żeby nie być głodnym. Dodatkowo można było zakupić przekąski . W wiosce 25 min na krótki spacer . Obsługa bardzo sympatyczna . Polecam”

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13.All About the Fjords in One Tour by Bus and Boat from Ålesund

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 7 reviews · from $165

You’ll combine a two-hour Hjørundfjord cruise with a bus ride through Norangsdal, a stop at Hellesylt waterfall, the Ljøen viewpoint, and a Storfjord ferry crossing. The tour starts at Ålesund Cruise Pier at 9:00 am, lasts about six hours, and includes a mobile ticket, onboard restroom, air-conditioned transport, and an audio guide in 14 languages.

“Incredible scenery in the fjords. No idea where we were meeting our driver off the ship but the friendly locals helped. Thought this tour had commentary but it never happened. No mind because the scenery will leave you stunned.”

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14.Hjørundfjord Fjord Cruise Afternoon Rountrip from Ålesund

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5 reviews

Spend about 4 hours and 45 minutes cruising from central Ålesund through Hjørundfjord on the restored 1949 MS Bruvik. Enjoy deck views of the Sunnmøre Alps, pass Trandal, Sæbø, and Urke, then stop in Øye before returning. English guidance is provided, and snacks and drinks are available for purchase onboard.

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15.All About the Fjords in One Tour by Boat and Bus from Ålesund

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $172

Spend about six hours moving through the Sunnmøre Alps by boat, bus, and car ferry. From Ålesund, you’ll cruise Hjørundfjord, stop in Øye and Hellesylt, see a sunken village, pause at Ljøen Viewpoint, and return across Storfjord. The tour includes WiFi, a restroom, air-conditioned transport, and audio guides in 14 languages.

“Great opportunity to see nature. Great vehicle for the ‘bus’ portion. Advertisement could improve to reflect the driving times and not destination stops. I would do it again!”

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