Vøringfossen: Our most recommended tours and activities

From Eidfjord: Vøringfossen Waterfall Nature Tour with Guide

1. From Eidfjord: Vøringfossen Waterfall Nature Tour with Guide

Discover the beauty of Norway's natural landscapes on an easy-going guided nature tour with transportation from Eidfjord. Drive through Hardangervidda National Park and the Måbø Valley, admire the Vøringfossen waterfall from a mountain plateau, and walk across a bridge suspended over a gorge. After pickup from the pier in Eidfjord, start the scenic drive along one of Norway's most beautiful routes. Follow the Eio river and enter the Måbø Valley, passing rugged mountains and crossing over stone bridges. Arrive at the Hardangervidda mountain plateau to take in vast views over the awe-inspiring National Park. From here you'll also get unobstructed views of Vøringfossen, an impressive 182-meter waterfall thundering into the Måbø Valley. Enjoy leisure time to take in the panorama, stop for a slice of homemade cake at a local hotel, or join the guide for an easy hike via a 47-meter-wide walking bridge over a gorge. Continue the tour to the uniquely impressive Sysen Dam, where you can also catch sight of Norway's second-largest glacier. Take one last stop on a mountain plateau to appreciate the scenic landscape, before heading back to Eidfjord.

Eidfjord: Voringsfossen Waterfalls

2. Eidfjord: Voringsfossen Waterfalls

Tour from eidfjord Cruiseship terminal/ pier to the magical Vøringsfossen Waterfalls. Book your ride with ease skipping the long line and waiting time. Enjoy our service at the best possible rate. Roundtrip ca. 2 hours and 20 minutes including 1 hour and 30 minutes at the waterfalls.

From Bergen: Private Trip to Hardangerfjord

3. From Bergen: Private Trip to Hardangerfjord

Begin your private tour with hotel or port pickup in Bergen, and travel west via Highway 7, one of Norway’s scenic tourist roads, to Hardangerfjord. En route, hear about the region’s history and nature from your driver-guide, and take in views of mountain pastures, deep valleys and pretty villages. Make photo stops at the waterfalls of Fossen Bratte and Steinsdalsfossen. Continue to Hardangerfjord and appreciate the full scale of the mountain-framed inlet as you drive toward the upper end. Then, venture across the Hardangerfjord Bridge, one of the world’s longest suspension bridges, absorbing the incredible surrounding scenery. On the other side, pass through the town of Eidfjord and stop in Øvre Eidfjord, a tiny village beautifully set beneath the Hardangervidda mountain plateau. Visit the Hardangervidda Nature Centre (own expense), a cutting-edge museum dedicated to the region’s nature and wildlife. Explore the dioramas and interactive exhibits covering everything from glaciers to zoology, and watch the panoramic film on Hardangervidda and Hardangerfjord — an immersive journey through the area's waterfalls, canyons and glaciers. Next, head to a cozy restaurant specializing in authentic Norwegian cuisine. Enjoy lunch here (own expense) before continuing to Vøringfossen, Norway’s biggest waterfall. Enjoy the views of this precipitous fall, whose waters plunge 597 feet (182 meters) from the Hardangervidda plateau into a narrow valley. Finally, take a different route back to Bergen, where your tour ends at the start point.

Private tour: Hardanger Fjord Cruise & Vøringsfoss Waterfall

4. Private tour: Hardanger Fjord Cruise & Vøringsfoss Waterfall

This private guided round trip starts by car in Bergen at 9 AM, lasts for about 9 hours, and will take you through beautiful scenery with views of majestic mountains, roaring waterfalls, and idyllic orchards. During the tour, delight in an express cruise through the spectacular Hardangerfjord, and marvel at the breathtaking Vøringsfossen waterfall. If Sognefjord is the king of the fjords, then Hardangerfjord is the queen. Stretching for 179 kilometers (111 miles), it is the second-largest fjord in Norway and the fourth-largest in the world. Surrounded by towering cliffs, snow-capped mountains, and blossoming fruit trees, this part of Norway is a masterpiece of spellbinding nature, even for the most seasoned traveler. From an open-deck catamaran, admire the natural beauty and breathtaking scenery this area offers. Depart from the charming village of Norheimsund and journey to Eidfljord through a landscape full of historic villages, waterfalls, and orchards. Make sure to have your camera ready! In the distance, see Folgefonna glacier and national park, the third largest glacier in Norway. On the way, the boat stops in Herand, Utne, Lofthus, Kinsarvik, and Ulvik. Upon arrival in Eidfjord, continue by car up 700 meters (almost 2,300 feet) to Vøringsfossen waterfall. See the landscape open up before you as you make your way up, and take a minute to really appreciate the view once you reach the top. Step forward, if you dare, and watch the raging water hit the valley 182 meters (597 feet) below. From Vøringsfossen, take a scenic drive back toward Bergen, passing Hardangerfjord Bridge and Voss town on the way.

4days flexible tour in fjord Oslo Bergen Ålesund Stavanger

5. 4days flexible tour in fjord Oslo Bergen Ålesund Stavanger

I am leading the private tour for people traveling in south Norway. According to your time and requirements, I can design a proper travel plan for the fjord with 4days. The itinerary can include several activities for example hiking, fishing, kayaking, cycling, or glacier hiking. You can just book one day and send me a message, let me know your flight information, how many days you will travel, the places you want to go, and your outdoor activities ability, and then I can make a multiple-day plan for you you can book for more days. In general, it is very flexible and designed according to your needs. the main attractions are as follows: Bergen, Oslo, Stavanger, Ålesund, and Kristiansund. Sognefjord, Hardangerfjord, Geriangerfjord, Lysefjorden, Flåm, Voss, gudvangen, Odda, Eidfjord, Ulvik, steinsdalsfossen, vøringsfossen, tolltunga, preikstolen, kjeragbolten, Loen, stryn, Hellesylt, førde, Nigardsbreen glacier, Trollstigen, Åndalsnes, Rampestreken, Molde, The Atlantic Road, Måløy, Kannesteinen. For 1-4 people I can provide a Toyota Corolla, 5-8 can Toyota Van. We also have Mercedes benz, but we need to negotiate the price. So the price listed online is just for one day. Kids are more than welcome. let me know how much luggage you have and the kids' age, and height after booking. We are at Bergen, so if you book a tour from Trondheim, ålesund, Oslo Stavanger area, you need to book at least a three-day tour then it is worth for us to run. we make a full trip plan for you, if finally you do not agree then you can cancel it. Please send me a message instead of directly calling me, since I am driving most of the time and cannot answer you, after I arrive at the destination I will send back you the message.

Bergen: Hardangerfjord, Voss Gondola, and 4 Great Waterfalls

6. Bergen: Hardangerfjord, Voss Gondola, and 4 Great Waterfalls

After being picked up from your accommodation, you'll begin a scenic journey complete with a private car and local guide. You'll be presented with a breathtaking landscape of mountains, spectacular waterfalls, and blooming fruit gardens, during a full-day tour along Norway's second-longest fjord. Travel through pretty villages such as Norheimsund, Øystese, and Eidfjord, and admire panoramic views over the serene Hardangerfjord. At the Fossli Hotel viewpoint there is also an amazing view to the Måbødal Valley and Vøringsfoss Waterfall, which has a total height of 182 meters. At Voss, you will stop at the newest attraction of Voss Gondol, which opened in July 2019. This will takes you from the town and up to Mount Hanguren, which sits at 820 meters above sea level, in less than 9 minutes. From there your Hanguren Panorama tour starts just outside the station at Hangurstoppen. This is an easy walk that is suitable for all ages and levels, and you can even bring a stroller. The trail is around 800 meters round-trip, and offers beautiful panoramic view of Voss’ mountains, lakes, and parts of the town center.

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