Norwegian fjords

[Andy27]

Hi,

 

I am taking a fjords cruise on the Norwegian Jade in mid July docking at Geiranger, Hellesylt, Trondheim, Leknes,Tromso,Honningsvag, Alesund and Bergen.

 

At which of these towns do you believe taking a cruise excursion (as opposed to just walking around the town/village) would be an absolute must? Any general suggestions would also be greatly appreciated.

 

Thank you in advance for you help

[LHT28]

Honningsvaag to North Cape if that is of interest to you

you can do ships tour, take the local bus or hire a taxi

there are some other tours you can do

https://www.nordkapp.no/en/

 

Bergen you can DIY or take a tour

I would look at what is offered in the ports & decide what works for you

[cruise_alot123]

Hi,

 

I am taking a fjords cruise on the Norwegian Jade in mid July docking at Geiranger, Hellesylt, Trondheim, Leknes,Tromso,Honningsvag, Alesund and Bergen.

 

At which of these towns do you believe taking a cruise excursion (as opposed to just walking around the town/village) would be an absolute must? Any general suggestions would also be greatly appreciated.

 

Thank you in advance for you help

 

We are sailing on May 19th and this is what we've booked so far directly:

 

1) Fjord cruise Lysefjord & Pulpit Rock in Stavanger

2) Flåm - Myrdal round trip In Flam

3) The North Cape Tour

4) Highlight Dalsnibba/Skywalk Bus. tour in Geiranger

Bergen: DIY: Plan to hike to Mt. Floyen from the dock and just explore the beautiful city.

Alesund: DIY: Plan to hike the 418 steps to Mt. Aksla for the beautiful view.....

 

Trondheim: Plan to visit old town, Bakklandet.

[Ergates The Ant]

Bergen is great for DIY. The walk up and down Mt Floyen through the forest ( well signposted and lots of local walkers and joggers ) was very pleasant and great views.

The Bergenhus Festningmuesum is a fascinating little museum about Bergen in WWII, free and with free and very clean restrooms!

We had to walk quickly past the fish market with our eyes averted, shamefully there was a lot of whale meat on sale ) but the Bryggen was interesting. If you have time, head towards the railway station, as there are some very quaint little streets of wooden houses to explore.

[LondonTowner]

Norway is very easy to DIY or book direct with local operators. Have a look on visitnorway.no which is the tourist board website.

 

 

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[Andy27]

Thank you very much for sharing your experiences and offering your very helpful suggestions.