Balestrand
Fjord Cruise from the beautiful artist village of Balestrand into the majestic Fjærlandsfjord to Fjærland
Glacier Tour from Balestrand
Experience beautiful Fjærland, the Norwegian Glacier Museum and the Bøyabreen Glacier on this guided fjord and glacier tour from Balestrand. Travel by boat through the idyllic Fjærland Fjord and enjoy included bus transfers in Fjærland. This scenic excursion lasts approximately 5 hours, with return to Balestrand in the afternoon.
Join a journey where dramatic landscapes, glacier history and local knowledge come together to create a memorable experience in the heart of the Sognefjord region.
Boat trip from Balestrand to Fjærland
The tour starts from the quay in Balestrand at 11:50 AM. The boat takes you through the beautiful and peaceful Fjærland Fjord, with a travel time of approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes. Bus transfers to both the Norwegian Glacier Museum and the Bøyabreen Glacier are included.
Tour itinerary
- Departure from Balestrand at 11:50 AM
Please meet at the quay at least 15 minutes before departure.
- Boat trip to Fjærland
Arrival in Fjærland at approximately 1:10 PM.
Norwegian Glacier Museum
Upon arrival in Fjærland, a shuttle bus will be waiting to take you to the Norwegian Glacier Museum. The museum offers interactive exhibitions for all ages, where you can learn more about glaciers, climate and natural forces through engaging and innovative displays.
Bøyabreen Glacier
After visiting the museum, the tour continues to Bøyabreen, a spectacular arm of the Jostedal Glacier. Here you can experience the impressive glacier up close as it stretches dramatically down the mountainside.
Return to Balestrand
After the glacier visit, the bus takes you back to the quay in Fjærland. The return boat departs at 3:30 PM, arriving back in Balestrand at approximately 4:50 PM.
The schedule is coordinated to allow onward travel by express boat to Bergen departing at 4:50 PM for guests who wish to continue their journey.
Source: Visit Sognefjord AS