2-Day Stavanger Tour: Preikestolen and Kjerag Hikes

Two days of guided hiking to Norway's most famous cliff viewpoints, with a night at the fjord's edge

A 2-day guided tour from Stavanger combining an early morning hike to Preikestolen, a cruise through Lysefjorden, and a second-day ascent of Kjerag with views from 1,000-meter cliffs. The tour includes overnight accommodation in Lysebotn, all meals, and transport by air-conditioned vehicle with a live English or Norwegian-speaking guide.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Preikestolen hike and Lysefjord cruise

• Early morning guided hike to Preikestolen
• Cruise along Lysefjorden
• Relax and explore nature at fjord's end
• Enjoy two-course dinner and overnight stay

Day 2: Kjerag hike and scenic drive

• Buffet breakfast
• Drive up 27 hairpin turns to Kjerag trailhead
• Guided hike to Kjerag viewpoint

The experience

Day one starts before dawn with a guided hike to Preikestolen, the iconic cliff platform that juts 604 meters above the fjord. The early timing beats the crowds and leaves the afternoon free for a cruise along the full length of Lysefjorden, where you see both Preikestolen and Kjerag from the water, plus the Flørli Stairs and other landmarks carved into the rock. You'll have time to explore the quiet nature at the fjord's end before a two-course dinner and an overnight stay in private rooms at Lysefjorden Turisthytte, a small lodge right on the water in Lysebotn.

Day two begins with a buffet breakfast, then a drive up the famous 27 hairpin turns of Lyseveien to the Kjerag trailhead. Your guide leads a safe, educational hike through some of Norway's most dramatic landscapes to one of the country's most spectacular viewpoints. For those willing, you can stand at the edge of cliffs that drop 1,000 meters straight to the fjord below, or balance on the Kjerag Boulder, a massive stone wedged between two cliff faces. The hike is physically demanding and requires a high level of fitness. The guide manages the pace and safety throughout.

The tour runs as a small group with a live guide in English or Norwegian. Children are welcome from age 13. Pickup is included from Stavanger, and all transport, meals, and accommodation are covered. You bring only what you need for two days of hiking and overnight gear.

What’s included

• Guided hike to Preikestolen with early morning start to avoid crowds.
• fjord cruise along Lysefjorden with views of Preikestolen, Kjerag, and the Flørli Stairs from the water.
• guided hike to Kjerag with access to cliff-edge viewpoints and the Kjerag Boulder.
• overnight accommodation in private rooms at Lysefjorden Turisthytte.
• buffet breakfast on day two, lunch on day one, and a two-course dinner on day one.
• air-conditioned vehicle transport and parking fees.
• live guide in English or Norwegian.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 10 May 2027

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AgesAdult (18 to 70 years) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Under 13: can't be booked

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish and Norwegian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 26 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Physically demandingPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Fjord Hikes

Is this one for you?This tour suits hikers with a high level of fitness who are comfortable with heights and exposed cliff edges. The two-day format allows time for both Preikestolen and Kjerag without rushing, and the overnight stay in Lysebotn means you experience the fjord at different times of day and avoid a long drive back to Stavanger on day two.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Norwegian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years). Children under 13 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Preikestolen and why do people hike there so early?

Preikestolen, or Pulpit Rock, is a flat cliff platform 604 meters above Lysefjorden. The early morning start gets you to the top before the crowds arrive, so you have the viewpoint largely to yourself and can take photos and rest without the noise and congestion that builds through the day.

How difficult is the Kjerag hike on day two?

The Kjerag hike is steep and exposed, with sections where you walk along narrow ridges and near cliff edges. It requires a high level of physical fitness and comfort with heights. The guide leads the route safely and controls the pace, but this is not a casual walk.

What's included in the meals over the two days?

Breakfast is a buffet on day two. Lunch and a two-course dinner are included on day one. You'll eat dinner at Lysebotn after exploring the fjord. Drinks and snacks are not included, so bring money or pack your own.

Where do I sleep, and what are the rooms like?

You stay overnight in private rooms at Lysefjorden Turisthytte, a small lodge in Lysebotn at the end of the fjord. The rooms are basic but comfortable. The location on the water is the main feature.

Do I need my own hiking boots and gear, or is anything provided?

Bring your own hiking boots, weather-appropriate clothing, and a daypack. The tour does not provide hiking equipment. The guide and vehicle are provided, and accommodation and meals are included.