Olden Shore Excursion: the Amazing Briksdal Glacier

4.6
(433 reviews)

4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 5 more

Experience unspoiled beauty during this half-day excursion to the Briksdal Glacier. You will depart from Olden by bus and drive through the valley, passing the 'little red church,' the Olden Lake, colorful farms and numerous waterfalls. Once you arrive at the Briksdal Inn, a beautiful track surrounded by waterfalls and mountains will lead you to the viewpoint at the glacier lake, from where you will be able to enjoy this amazing natural treasure. You can also rent a 'troll car' if you cannot or prefer not to walk the glacier.

What's Included

Olden Lake
Local guide
Sightseeing tour
Briksdal Glacier
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is within walking distance from the port/pier and most of the hotels. Look for our staff on the pier, bright yellow jackets, carrying our company logo. Be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    The pier in Olden, start point of the tour

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Olden Old Church (Pass by)

    Drive through Olden, passing the Old Church

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Photo stop at the turquoise Lake of Olden

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Start point of the walk to the Briksdal Glacier

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Briksdal Glacier (Briksdalbreen)

    Walk to the Briksdal Glacier and the glacier lake, surrounded by nature at its best

    1 hour 45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Drive back to the pier in Olden, endpoint of the tour

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide in English due to mixed groups
  • Tours conducted in April or October may be guided in English only, due to limited guide availability during the shoulder season.
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking "ship name"
Supplied by Norway Excursions AS

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Hiking Tours
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Walking Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Nature Walks
Shore Excursions
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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