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A Breathtaking Taste of Norway: Sognefjord in a Nutshell

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The Sognefjord in a Nutshell tour takes you through Norway's longest and deepest fjord, the Sognefjord. Check out this post on why this tour is a must and how to book it!

A trip to Norway without seeing the Fjords is like going to Paris and not seeing the Eiffel Tower. You just don't do that. Even if you only have a short amount of time, it's possible to get a taste of the fjords on a day trip. If you're just as obsessed with being on the water as I am, I highly recommend the Sognefjord in a Nutshell tour. 

How to Book Sognefjord in a Nutshell 

The word "tour" is slight overstatement here. This is less of a tour and more a bunch of different modes of transportation put together but it's definitely worth it. It's also a lot easier to book through the website instead of trying to purchase each leg independently.

You can start your route in either Oslo or Bergen. Since we were headed to Oslo next, we started in Bergen and ended the day in Oslo. If this is your plan, I do recommend breaking the trip up into two days, if you can, since it's a lot to do in one day. We started out at 8:00 in the morning and didn't reach Oslo until close to midnight. Trust me, I did not look cute by the time we got off the train. A roundtrip tour from Bergen is a lot more doable.

When you go to book your trip, you will have the option of a "day trip" or "tour with overnight stay". It's extremely user friendly and pretty self explanatory.

What the Tour Consists of

The Sognefjord in a Nutshell tour takes you through Norway's longest and deepest fjord, the Sognefjord. Check out this post on why this tour is a must and how to book it!

Express Boat Through the Sognefjord

We started our tour in Bergen at 8:00 and boarded the boat to Flam. The first couple of hours were uneventful but once we entered the Sognefjord I was immediately entranced. Though the weather was less than ideal, the waterway was still incredibly stunning. I spent most of my time outside, semi freezing to death. It was oh so worth it.

 

Stopover in Flam

We reached Flam at 1:30. If you've seen Frozen (there shouldn't be an if about that. I mean, who hasn't seen Frozen?) then you will absolutely love Flam. That is the town Frozen is based off of. It's perfectly quaint with restaurants and shops made and has a very mountain cabin-y feel. We spent our time here drinking some good ole Norwegian beer with two new friends we met on the boat. Those bartenders do not mess around. Their flights were some hefty pours. Of course, I wasn't complaining.

The Sognefjord in a Nutshell tour takes you through Norway's longest and deepest fjord, the Sognefjord. Check out this post on why this tour is a must and how to book it!

Flam Railway

We boarded the train at 4:04 to Myrdal along the Flam Railway. This may have been my favorite part of the tour. The hour long train ride is breathtakingly scenic. The train stops briefly at the Kjosfossen Waterfall where you witness the mythical Huldra, a seductive forest creature found in Scandinavian folklore, dancing.

Final Leg to Oslo

From Myrdal we boarded the train to Oslo and enjoyed the scenic 6 hour train ride. It truly was a one of a kind experience and a fantastic, jam packed day!

The Sognefjord in a Nutshell tour is a must for any trip to Norway!

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Ever since I can remember I've loved to travel. As I get older, travel continues to be a priority and I find myself with an insatiable desire to travel as much as I possibly can. My travel style has shifted from jam packing my trips with the top sights and hopping from city to city to slower travel. I loves exploring lesser known destinations, connecting to the culture through food and wine, and supporting local-owned businesses. Every trip I take is an elevated adventure.

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7 Comments

  1. Anita Reply

    You described it so beautifully! Must see place.
    Add it to your bucket list!

  3. Helene Reply

    Norway is SO beautiful! I’m half Norwegian, and I’m so proud of it. Most beautiful country in the world. <3

    • Priyanka Post Author Reply

      It is incredible! I can’t wait to see more of it. Any recommendations?

  4. Denise Reply

    These photos are absolutely breathtaking and your words bring it to life. Thank you for a great post!

    • Priyanka Post Author Reply

      Thanks for your kind words! I’m glad you liked it!

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