The Norwegian Fjords

All the essential and practical information you need to sell your customers an adventure in the north!

Top 5 Key Selling Points

01.Spectacular Sights

The Norwegian fjords are one of the world’s most spectacular sights. With dramatic cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and charming villages, your customers can enjoy unforgettable moments on these iconic bodies of water, also known as ‘the arms of the sea’.

02.UNESCO Heritage Sites

There are thousands of fjords in Norway and several are UNESCO Heritage Sites. They are easily accessible - the prettiest and most popular fjords are only a short drive from Bergen and Stavanger, two of the country’s biggest cities.

03.Easy Access: Land, Air, Sea

Your customers can experience the Norwegian fjords by trains, cars, buses and boats but the easiest way to experience Norway’s fjords would be with a cruise holiday, where options for day trips, excursions and experiences are available via the cruise company.

04.Bucket List Adventures

Lots to do for the whole family. Your customers can see the Northern Lights, enjoy a magical train ride along the Flam Railway, hike or bike the many trails of Molde, enjoy aerial views of glaciers from a skywalk, visit a medieval town and feast on traditional Nordic king crab.

05.Fantastic Cruise Options

Cruise holidays to the Norwegian fjords are available from Southampton with Royal Caribbean International with Independence of the Seas, visiting Alesund, Molde, Olden and Haugesund on a 7-night cruise in June and July.

Know Before You Go

Check the weather, flight options, transport, and nearby facilities to ensure your customers' smooth journey!

Essential Information
Weather

Airport

Alesund, Bergen, Sogndal, Stavenger Airport

Public Transport

Cars, Buses and Trains

Major Cruise Ports

Alesund, Bergen, Geiranger, Flam

Visa Information

No visas needed for UK passport holders

Dry Season

May to September

Wet Season

October to January

Best Time To Visit

All Year Round

Featured Hotel

Our top hotel picks range from luxurious establishments with incredible facilities to beautiful heritage hotels that pay homage to the local culture and heritage.

Hotel Brosundet

A historic 5-star hotel in Alesund

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OPUS XVI

A luxurious 5-star heritage hotel in Bergen

Hotel Union Geiranger

Hotel & spa with fjord & mountain views

Featured Activity

Exciting opportunities for immersive cultural and artistic experiences, suitable for all ages and all types of travellers.

Kayak amidst the cliffs of Geirangerfjord

Hike to the top of Mølfoss Waterfall near Flåm in Aurlandsfjord

Take a scenic cruise on the Sognefjord, the king of the fjords

Explore Bergen's colourful waterfront, wharf area & historical sites

Ride the famous Flåm Railway, one of the steepest railways in the world

Try the Flåm Zipline, one of the longest ziplines in Europe

Go snowshoeing, dog-sledding and cross-country skiing

Chase the Northern Lights

Featured Annual Events

Let your customers know of thrilling annual events that take place in the most popular months of the year.

JANUARY

Northern Lights Festival

MARCH

Holmenkollen Ski Festival

JUNE

Midnight Sun Marathon

Unique Selling Points

Discover what's unique about The Norwegian Fjords

Stunning Natural Wonders, Easily Accessible By Air, Land & Sea

Exhilarating Experiences & A Spellbinding Atmosphere

Living Museums, With Preserved Artefacts & Viking Settlements Frozen In Ice

A Wealth Of Cultural & Historical Experiences Available

Delicious Norwegian Cuisine, Fresh Seafood & Fjordland Foods

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