Bergen - Ålesund - Bergen
The Inner Fjords Explorer
Limited Collection voyage around Norway’s iconic Western Fjords
- April 2027 - May 2028
- 8 days
- 6 Stops
- All meals & unlimited select drinks included
Journey from fjord to mountain on a scenic bus tour along Sognefjellet National Tourist Route, to the highest mountain pass in Northern Europe. Your guide brings the spectacular scenery to life with stories of the region’s history, geology and people, with several stops for photographs at viewpoints along the way.
Highlights
Travel Sognefjellet National Tourist Route to northern Europe’s highest mountain pass, on a scenic coach tour from Skjolden.
Admire scenery that rises from Lustrafjorden to the rugged glacial terraine of the high mountains.
Stop for photographs at panoramic viewpoints, and hear the stories behind the landscapes.
How it works
Lustrafjord – the innermost part of Sognefjord, Norway’s longest fjord – reaches far into one of Norway’s most spectacular regions. Here, deep waters shimmer below towering mountains that harbour glaciers, meadows and seemingly impossible roads. On the Sognefjellet National Tourist Route, you travel through its heart.
From Skjolden, you’ll follow the edge of Lustrafjorden before the road climbs into the high mountains. Watch the landscape shifts from lush valleys to rugged alpine terrain as your coach drives towards a horizon cut with the jagged peaks of the Hurrungane massif. At Sognefjellet, the road reaches 1,434 metres above sea level, making it Northern Europe’s highest mountain pass.
Along the way, your guide shares stories about the region’s history, geology and the people who have lived in and travelled through these mountains for centuries. You’ll pause at several celebrated viewpoints, such as Åsafossen waterfall and Mefjellet at the centre of the mountain plateau. From Mefjellet, you can see Fanaråken glacier and a stone sculpture by Knut Wold. Each stop reveals a different perspective on this dramatic route across the roof of Norway.
Before you book
Activity level
Easy: Suitable for most people
Group size
Groups up to 90 guests
Availability
Spring, fall
Transport
Bus
Food & drink
No food or drink included
What to bring
Warm and windproof clothing recommended. Weather conditions in the mountains may be significantly cooler than at the fjord.
Voyages with this excursion
This excursion is available on select Hurtigruten voyages along the Norwegian coast. Explore all voyages.
Available: Spring, fall
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the questions our guests ask most often
If an excursion is not fully booked, any remaining slots will be available for purchase on board through your Expedition Team. These will be charged in Norwegian Kroner at your ship’s exchange rate.
However, to ensure yourself a spot, we recommend booking in advance.
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Yes, you will get a full refund to your original payment method. If that's not possible, we will reach out to check your payment details.
Each of our excursions has a rating to illustrate the level of fitness required. There are four categories, with 1 being the easiest and 4 the most difficult.
Level 1 = Easy: suitable for most
Excursions at this level are physically undemanding and suitable for most people. Level 2 = Moderate: some mobility needed
Excursions in this category involve a small amount of physical activity, but on easy terrain with few major challenges. Level 3 = Active: good mobility needed
Excursions in this category are more active and involve outdoor pursuits that require a decent level of fitness. You may be expected to carry your own backpack and equipment. They are not suitable for those with limited mobility.
Level 4 = Challenging: good mobility and fitness needed
These are our most challenging excursions, and require a good level of fitness. They may involve hiking or biking on uneven terrain and may also require specialist equipment. You would be expected to carry your own backpack and equipment. Excursions in this category are not suitable for those with limited mobility.
Prices can vary depending on the season you travel. Costs such as exchange rates and local prices may change from year to year, so we show a “starting from” price as a guide. The exact price will be confirmed when you book.
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