Glacier and Fjord Tours: Our Top 13

1.Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,756 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $265Our pick

Spend about six hours sailing 100 miles from Seward through Resurrection Bay to Kenai Fjords National Park. You’ll approach Holgate or Aialik Glacier, watch for calving ice, and search for whales, puffins, otters, seals, and mountain goats. Captain Lara and the naturalist team provide ongoing commentary, with reserved seating, binoculars, drinks, and lunch included.

“We got to see lots of wildlife! More than 20 Orcas, we saw a Fin Whale, sea otters, seals, eagles, and Puffins. Great uncloudy view of a tidewater glacier up close. Very comfortable boat with a super crew.”

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2.Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Tour from Seward

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,036 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $223

Spend about six hours cruising from Seward into Kenai Fjords National Park aboard a 95-foot vessel with large windows, heated seating, and open decks. Your captain and onboard wildlife guide point out glaciers, seabird rookeries, whales, sea otters, and seals. Lunch is included, and vegetarian meals are available by request.

“The boat ride was great. The all female crew did a very good job awnsering question and being informative of what was the boat was doing at all times. Just a little caution you will have alot of motion with the boat on part of the tour. Great Job!”

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3.Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 76 reviews · 6 hours · from $223

From Seward, spend six hours aboard a heated, wheelchair-accessible vessel in Kenai Fjords National Park. Watch for humpback and fin whales, orcas, puffins, sea lions, otters, and seabirds near the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge. A hot Southwest chicken burrito lunch, onboard wildlife commentary, and views of the Harding Icefield are included.

“Staff was knowledgeable and friendly. We saw tail whales, dalls porpoises, steller sea lions, seals, otters. Best chocolate chip cookies to end the cruise. Would do again!”

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4.Guided Fjord & Glacier Tour – From BERGEN

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 61 reviews · from $295

Leave Bergen at 7:30 a.m. for a long, scenery-filled day through western Norway. Travel by luxury vehicle and boat, visit Hopperstad Stave Church and the Norwegian Glacier Museum, then see Bøyabreen Glacier and Tvindefossen. English-speaking guides and drivers lead the trip, with departures limited to 43 people.

“The scenery of the trip was memorable. Watching all the natural beauty of the landscape was really beautiful. Highly recommended”

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5.Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier Dinner Cruise from Seward

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 56 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $223

From Seward’s harbor, you’ll cruise Resurrection Bay and Kenai Fjords National Park toward Aialik or Holgate Glacier. A wildlife guide and captain help spot whales, orcas, puffins, sea otters, seals, and eagles, while a multi-course dinner is served onboard. Check in one hour before the 3 p.m. departure and dress warmly.

“We saw many different types of wildlife including sealife and birds. The crew was great and I recommend this trip to everyone.”

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6.Tracy Arm Fjord and Glacier Explorer from Juneau

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $329

From downtown Juneau, you’ll ride a purpose-built expedition boat into Tracy Arm Wilderness Area, with close glacier views, mountain scenery, possible whale sightings, snacks, lunch, coffee, and tea. The group is capped at 85 people, and the full outing lasts about 8 hours and 30 minutes.

“The tour to the Glacier is a must do in Juneau. Our tour hosts were awesome. We even took a small detour to potentially catch sight of the whales. Highly recommend !!”

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7.Guided Fjord & Glacier Tour to Fjærland

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 19 reviews · from $342

Travel from Bergen by minibus and ferry through western Norway to Fjærland. You’ll see Vikafjellet, Storesvingen, Hopperstad Stave Church, Tvindefossen, the Norwegian Glacier Museum, and Bøyabreen, with English or Norwegian guiding throughout the 13-hour day.

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8.From Balestrand: Guided Fjord & Glacier Tour to Fjærland

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 12 reviews · from $142Best value

Travel by sightseeing boat from Balestrand into narrow Fjærlandsfjord, then ride a bus to the Norwegian Glacier Museum and Bøyabreen, a branch of Jostedalsbreen. An English or Norwegian-speaking guide adds context along the way. The tour lasts about 4.5 hours and includes attraction entry, but not food or drinks.

“The meeting point was easy to find, the trip itself from Balestrand to Fjærland was absolutely stunning, it was all just beautiful views for the whole two hours. The tour was also very interesting, with the guide sharing so many insightful details about the places we passed by. Loved the Glacier museum and the wonderful cinematic piece they shared, and finally, absolutely loved the Bøyabreen Glaciers that we got to see up close. Every second on this tour was utterly beautiful, and I absolutely recommend going on it if you have an extra day to spare in Balestrand, or even making extra time just to make this tour.Read more”

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9.Fjord Cruise to Sognefjord and Bøyabreen Glacier

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 11 reviews · from $371

Leave Bergen at 8:00 am for a full-day boat and bus journey through island-dotted coastlines, Sognefjord, and Fjærlandsfjord. At Fjærland, visit the Norwegian Glacier Museum, then continue by bus to Bøyabreen, a branch of Jostedalsbreen. Expect about 13 hours on the move, with limited time at each stop.

“Great trip and experience. Only very little time at the museum and for lunch and even less time at the glacier. But everything beautiful”

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10.Fjord & Glacier Tour – From VOSS

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 6 reviews · from $253

From Voss, spend about 10 hours visiting Vik, Hopperstad Stave Church, and Fjærland. Cruise the Fjærlandsfjord, explore the Norwegian Glacier Museum, and see Bøyabreen, a branch of Jostedalsbreen. The small group is limited to 16 people. Thomas is one named driver, though guide assignments may vary.

“Thomas, our driver, was very friendly and knowledgeable. He shared a lot of information about the region and about Norway in general. Our boat ride was also really lovely and informative. Highly recommend!”

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11.2-Day Round Trip from Bergen: THE GRAND SOGNEFJORD – fjords, waterfalls, glacier

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $1,524

This private two-day journey with local guide Vlad links Bergen, Nærøyfjord, Flåm, Sognefjord, stave churches, and Nigardsbreen glacier. You travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with hotel, airport, or cruise-port pickup. Optional ferries, museums, the Flåm Railway, and overnight lodging are arranged separately.

“This trip was awesome! Vlad was easy to communicate with, and pre-booked many excursions and experiences for us. We added 2 days, ans upon arrival he got to know us and helped us find all the things we were interested in. Highly recommend!!”

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12.Nordfjordeid Private Shore Excursion, Glaciers and SkyLift Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews

You’ll travel with a private local guide from Nordfjordeid to Hornindalsvatnet, Oldedalen, Briksdal Glacier, and Mount Hoven. A Troll Car ride and bottled water are included, while the Loen SkyLift ticket and lunch cost extra. Guide Radmyla is named in guest feedback.

“There really is nothing like having a private tour at your destination especially when traveling on a cruise ship where time is precious. Radmyla was a wonderful guide ( and a great driver too!). She knows the ins and outs of the area. She took us Read more”

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13.2-Day Round Trip from Bergen: THE GRAND HARDANGER – fjords, waterfalls, glaciers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $1,626

Travel privately from Bergen through Hardangerfjord with a local driver-guide, stopping at Vøringsfossen, Låtefossen, Steinsdalsfossen, glacier valleys, farms, and fjord villages. The route can be adjusted for short walks, museum visits, cider stops, or longer hikes. Vlad may drive, and groups of one to three may ride in a Tesla Model X.

“Vlad provided a special, professional and fun 2 day tour around the Fjords, waterfalls and beautiful scenery. He catered to our requests of stops and took lots of wonderful photos of us that we will treasure forever. He is very knowledgeable Read more”

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