Private Bergen Hardangerfjord tour: Cruise, waterfalls & bridge

Two waterfalls, a fjord cruise, and the Hardanger Bridge in one day from Bergen

A private full-day tour from Bergen takes you through Hardangerfjord with a driver-guide, covering Bratte and Steindalsfossen waterfalls, a scenic ferry crossing from Odda to Lofthus, the Vøringsfossen waterfall, and a stop at Hardanger Bridge. Hotel or port pickup and the fjord cruise are included. The tour runs 8 to 9 hours and suits all fitness levels. The Hardanger Nature Centre and lunch are at your own cost.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Hardangerfjord40m · entry included
2. Voringsfossen Waterfall30m
3. Hardanger Bridge10m

Full-day Hardangerfjord tour with waterfalls

• Begin journey from Bergen to Hardangerfjord
• Visit Fossen Bratte waterfall
• Walk behind Steinsdalsfossen waterfall and take photos
• Board Hardangerfjord cruise from Eidfjord or Ulvik
• Drive to Norsk Natursenter for lunch and museum visit
• Visit Vøringfossen waterfall and explore platforms
• Stop at Hardanger bridge viewpoint
• Drive back to Bergen

The experience

Your driver-guide picks you up from your Bergen hotel or cruise port and heads south toward Hardangerfjord. The first stop is Bratte waterfall, followed by Steindalsfossen. A 50-meter fall you can walk safely behind, a rare chance to stand dry while the water crashes around you. From there you drive to the ferry at Tørvikbygd for a scenic crossing to Jondal and onward to Odda, where you board a cruise that carries you up the fjord to Lofthus, framed by steep mountains and the water's edge.

After the cruise, your guide drives you to the Hardanger Nature Centre (entry at your own cost), an exhibition space spread across three floors covering the region's flora, fauna and geology, with a 20-minute panoramic film shot from a helicopter. Then comes Vøringsfossen, one of Norway's most iconic waterfalls. You walk the platforms around it, photograph the gorge below, and have time for a break. A stop at Hardanger Bridge follows, where you step out at the viewpoint to see the span itself. The return to Bergen takes 2.5 hours by road.

The tour is private, so the pace and timing are yours. The driver-guide handles all navigation and ferry logistics. Winter runs October through mid-April with a lower price because the cruise does not operate those months. Infants travel in a pram or car seat. Children must be with an adult.

What’s included

• Private driver-guide in English or Russian.
• hotel or cruise port pickup and drop-off.
• Hardangerfjord ferry cruise from Odda to Lofthus.
• stops at Bratte and Steindalsfossen waterfalls with time to walk and photograph.
• access to Vøringsfossen waterfall viewpoints and platforms.
• a viewpoint stop at Hardanger Bridge.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:30

Book up to12h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Russian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 32

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats available

Operated by EASY TRAVEL

Is this one for you?At 8 to 9 hours, the tour fills most of a day but leaves your morning free if you arrive early or your evening open after return. Winter bookings (October through mid-April) cost less because the fjord cruise does not run, though the waterfalls and bridge remain accessible by road.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Russian.

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.

Can I do this tour if I'm arriving on a cruise ship in Bergen?

Yes. At booking, provide your ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time. The driver-guide will coordinate pickup and return to meet your schedule.

What is Steindalsfossen waterfall like?

Steindalsfossen is a 50-meter fall that dropped in 1699 when the river changed course. You can walk behind it and stay dry: a rare feature among Norway's major waterfalls. There's a bathroom and space to photograph it from multiple angles.

Is the Hardanger Nature Centre worth visiting?

The centre covers three floors with exhibits on the region's nature and climate. The main draw is a 20-minute panoramic film shot from a helicopter, flying through fjords, over mountains and waterfalls. Entry is at your own cost.

How much time do I spend at Vøringsfossen?

Vøringsfossen is the day's major stop. You walk the viewing platforms around the waterfall, take photos, and have time for a snack and bathroom break before heading back toward Bergen.

What happens at Hardanger Bridge?

You stop at a viewpoint next to the bridge for photos and a view of the span itself. It's a brief stop on the return drive to Bergen.

Do I need to bring lunch?

Lunch is not included and is at your own cost. The Hardanger Nature Centre has a café, or you can bring food to eat during the day.