PRIVATE LIMITED TOUR: Trip to the Viking Market in Gudvangen, 11-12 hours

11 to 12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Norwegian and 1 more

This tour is available only 6 days in 2022 (the exact dates will be published in March 2022): we will visit the Viking Market in Njardarheimr. Local producers as well as Viking artisans from other countries come to Gudvangen to sell their goods and crafts, converse and just have fun. Great chance to buy gifts and authentic Viking souvenirs. In the Viking Village you can take a guided tour and learn about the Viking history and culture.

Our tour starts from Bergen and we travel to the Nærøyfjord. The picturesque fjord is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On our drive we pass through scenic valleys with calm lakes and raging rivers, waterfalls, quaint little towns and villages surrounded by neat and almost toy-like farms on the slopes of hills and mountains. A fjord cruise from Gudvangen to Flåm is absolutely recommended.

This is a private tour and we can make stops wherever you like to take pictures or just breathe in the serenity of the West-Norwegian landscapes.

What's Included

Private transportation
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Local professional driver-guide
May be purchased on this tour if you wish to prolong our stay in Gudvangen.
May be purchased on this tour.
Fjord cruise tickets / RIB
Gratuity

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Suggested start time for this tour is 08:00am. Pick up at Bergen airport: Bergen International Aitport Flesland, Domestic or International arrival hall. Pick up in Bergen city center: Any hotel or cruise ship port in Bergen city center, any hotel in the vicinity of Bergen airport, rented apartment or private residence located within 1.5 miles (2.5 km) radius from Bryggen embankment, i.e. Bergen city center. If not departing from a hotel, please, provide the address.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 to 12 hours (approximately)
  • Bergen (Pass by)

    Our tour starts in the city of Bergen - the Gateway to the Fjords. The city was founded in 1070 and contains many historical and cultural landmarks. We will pass some of them on our way from the city and also on our return to Bergen.

    Admission ticket free
  • Vossevangen (Pass by)

    We pass through the town of Voss on our way to Gudvangen. The main historical attractions are Vangskyrkja - church from 1277, and the St.Olaf's cross from 1023.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Tvindefossen

    We make a stop at Tvindefossen waterfall, locaded 12 km (7.5 miles) to the north of Voss town center. We can come close this cascading 110 meters (360 ft) tall waterfall.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Our next stop is at Stalheim Hotel, an establishment which history is closely related to postal service in Norway and goes back all the way to 1647. The hotel's terrace, at an elevation of 373 meters / 1224 feet ASL, offer a magnificent view of the Nærøydalen valley - a part of the UNESCO World Heritage site. The heritage site consists of 2 fjords - the Nærøyfjord and the Aurlandsfjord - adjacent valleys and surrounding mountains.

    25 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Gudvangen

    Our main destination on this tour is a small village of Gudvangen, in the very end of the Nærøyfjord. This cosy little village, snuggly located under the tallest waterfall in Norway, Kjelfossen (840 meters / 2755 feet), has attracted tourists ever since the 19th century. When we arrive here, it will be time for lunch, which we can have at the local hotel's restaurant/cafe or inside the Viking Village.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Naeroyfjord

    A passenger ferry is leaving from Gudvangen for a fjord cruise through both the Nærøyfjord and the Aurlandsfjord – to the village of Flåm. In 2005 the landscape of this area has been chosen to represent all of the Earth's fjords on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Magnificent and dramatic scenery awaits: narrow fjords, sparkling waterfalls, steep mountainsides, and secluded villages and farms scattered on the shores of this great waterway. Departure at 11:30am or 1:30pm. The cruise takes 2 hours. Your driver-guide will meet your there with the car and take your back to Gudvangen. Tickets for the fjord cruise are not included. May be purchased separately on the day of tour (subject to availability) or booked in advance (prepayment required). Another alternative is to take a private fjord cruise on a RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat) – this option has to be booked in advance, stricter cancellation policy applies.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 5

    The fjord cruise ends in Flåm. The car and the driver-guide will be waiting for you here when the ferry arrives. The drive back to Gudvangen will take you through 2 of some of the longest tunnels in Norway.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Njardarheimr

    Njardarheimr is the name of the Viking Village in Gudvangen. We visit the village with a guided tour and learn about the Viking history, culture and society, and take part in activities like archery and axe throwing. There are also some interesting people to meet: real modern day Vikings who come to live in the Village and engage in their authentic arts and crafts. Spend some time browsing around the Viking Market: a perfect place to stock up on gifts and souvenirs. You have 2 options when visiting the Viking Village: 1) Regular: Entrance tickets to the Village are included. You can participate in a scheduled tour around the Village with a local guide. 2) Private Viking: Entrance tickets to the Village are included. Your tour around the Village is with a private Viking guide, who is with your party for a whole hour.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 7
    Vossevangen

    On our way back to Bergen we pass the town of Voss again. This time we can make a stop here to take Voss Gondol cable car to the top of Mount Hangur (2690 ft / 820 m above sea level). Additional payment for extra time and cable car tickets is required.

    Admission ticket free
  • Bergen (Pass by)

    Our tour ends in Bergen. Scheduled time for return is 7:30pm.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by JANDIS AS

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Cancellation Policy

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

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