The 14 Best Guided Day Hikes in Norway

1.Guided hike to Pulpit Rock Preikestolen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 390 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $149Our pick

Leave Stavanger at 7:00 am for a guided hike to Preikestolen, Norway’s famous cliff above Lysefjorden. A guide leads your small group, manages the pace, shares local stories, and takes photos at the top. Hotel pickup, transport, and drop-off are included.

“This hike is probably more on the moderate side - but Else was very patient and prepared. She also was extremely knowledgeable about Norway’s history and wildlife which was fascinating to learn about. The view from the top is incredible and absolutely worth the trip. Would highly recommend. Thank you Else!”

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2.Pulpit Rock Guided Hike with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 294 reviews · 7 hours · from $145

Join Get Guided Norway for a seven-hour hike from Stavanger to Preikestolen with pickup, a small group of up to eight, and an English or Norwegian guide such as Ivan, Rasmus, Theo, or Alexander. Expect a steady climb, fjord views, a Norwegian snack, and possible sections of the quieter old trail.

“Excellent day with Theo the Berry Hunter at Pulpit Rock. Theo took us the secret hidden route which meant we didn’t see a single other tourist on the trail (despite it being a busy day) and he made sure we walked at a good pace and took pauses for snacks, water, photos etc. We saw some exceptionally beautiful sights and ate lots of wild berries”

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3.Guided hike to Kjerag and Kjeragbolten

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 166 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $182

Leave Stavanger at 7:00 am for a guided hike to Kjeragbolten, with hotel or Airbnb pickup, private transport, and a group of no more than eight. Guides such as Teo, Sean, Helga, and Kenth help with steep rock, chains, pacing, and photos.

“It was an extremely wonderful tour. The young tour guide Hovel (may spell it wrong), was very helpful. We are an old couple, the guide helped my wife all the way up and down the mountain. Without his help, my wife would not have made the trip. Thank you.”

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4.From Olden: Briksdal Glacier Guided Hiking Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 123 reviews · 4 hours · from $146

Meet your English-speaking guide near Olden’s cruise pier, ride through Olden Valley, then walk 45 to 60 minutes toward Briksdal Glacier. Expect steep sections, roaring waterfalls, glacier-fed streams, and a viewpoint over Olden Lake. Guides may include Sam, Anna, Alyssa, or Elisabet.

“Fabulous day with gorgeous scenery!! Guide was patient friendly and knowledgeable.”

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5.Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock) Guided Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 121 reviews · from $136

Travel from Stavanger to Preikestolen in a group of no more than eight, then hike for about five hours with guides such as Kristy, Sander, Jacob, or Lisa. Expect rocky paths, Lysefjorden views, snacks, and a quieter old route on the descent when conditions allow.

“Very pleased with his knowledge and the way he leads the trip”

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6.Haugesund: Himakånå Guided Hiking Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 18 reviews · 5 hours · from $249

Meet Viking Adventure at Haugesund’s cruise pier for a guided trip to Himakånå. You’ll ride to Nedstrand, collect a local matpakke, then climb a steep 2.2-kilometer gravel trail to a fjord viewpoint. Guide Howard has been praised for his regional stories, but you need solid fitness and proper shoes.

“We found the hike to be a little much. We all made it to the top, but it was much more the a moderate hike. Our guides were wonderful, one stayed with us (the slow ones) he even carried my day pack for a little while. The view was wonderful and worth the trek, but a better description is needed. It is virtually up hill the entire way, it is very steep in our opinion. The vans we rode in were very nice, the lunch they provided was good, the chocolates melted before we eat it at the top. It was very warm the day of our hike. A hand…”

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7.Malmøya most beautiful Island Guided Hike-Waffle&Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 14 reviews · 3 hours · from $62Best value

Join a small guided hike around Malmøya with an English- or French-speaking guide. Walk beaches, forest paths, Kaninøya Nature Reserve, and Skinnerbukta Bay, then pause at Skinnerbaken for a waffle and warm drink. Guides such as Kevin and Antoine add local stories and an easygoing touch.

“antonie was very nice. we had a great time! the hike distance was around 2.6 miles total around the island with a nice break in the middle.”

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8.Lysefjorden cruise & Preikestolen guided hike – winter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 9 hours · from $269

You’ll cruise Lysefjorden from Stavanger, pass waterfalls and Vagabond’s Cave, then hike to Preikestolen with a guide such as Alan or Erlend. The small group has winter gear, lunch, poles, head lamps, and hotel drop-off, with quiet views and possible night hiking.

“It was absolutely amazing! The fjord views from the cruise were truly breathtaking, and the hiking was wonderful as well. Our guide was reliable and took great care of us throughout the trip. We even went hiking with Baba, the adorable Border Collie. Since it was a winter hike, it felt a bit risky at times, but we made it safely! It was also very quiet and peaceful because there weren’t many people around. I really recommend this experience — I’d definitely love to come back again!”

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9.Mjelle Beach – Easy Day Hike to Bodos no 1 Beach, Northern Norway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $156

Join Nordland Turselskap for a five-hour outing from Bodø to Mjelle Beach, one of Northern Norway’s best-known shores. An English-speaking guide such as Ivar or Ingrid handles the drive and walk, with small groups, flexible pacing, and headlamps or snow gear when needed.

“We enjoyed the ride to the beach with Ingrid. She was very fluent in English & took her time walking us to the beach carefully to avoid any falls. It was a relaxing day!”

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10.Longyearbyen: Platåfjellet Guided Hike with Panoramic Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 10 reviews · 3h 30m · from $314

Join an English-speaking guide for a small-group hike from Longyearbyen to Platåfjellet. Allow 3 to 4 hours for rocky slopes, Arctic wildlife, stories about Svalbard, and wide views of Adventfjorden. Hot drinks, snacks, hotel pickup, and a group of no more than eight are included.

“Great walk up Platåfjellet. Good views all around and interesting flora. Good to see the little auks on the cliffs at the top, and a snow bunting further down, as well as the barnacle geese. Really enjoyed the company of our Austrian guide Andreas. A fantastic introduction to Svalbard.”

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11.Full Day Hiking Adventure from Bergen to Trolltunga

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $1,616

Leave Bergen before dawn for a private, full-day trip to Trolltunga. Your guide drives via Steindalsfossen, crosses the Hardangerfjord by ferry, and starts the 20-kilometer hike at Mågelitopp. Guides Luis Fernando and Trond have earned special praise for their care and punctuality.

“We really enjoyed our guide, Luis Fernando. The scenery on this hike is absolutely breathtaking. It's worth doing, for sure!”

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12.Half-Day Hiking in Mosjøen Via Ferrata

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $96

You’ll climb Øyfjellet above Mosjøen with a guide, using fixed cables, steps, and natural rock holds before descending toward a 700-meter zipline. The flight crosses the Vefsna River and ends near Fru Haugans Hotel. No prior climbing experience is required, but you need reasonable fitness, age 12 or older, and a weight of 40 to 110 kg.

“Great day, challenging enough Via Ferrata, excellent guides who ensured safe and enjoyable climbing at all times. Zipwire was a perfect end to a great day.”

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13.Svolvær: Guided Hike with Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 4 hours · from $125

Join guide and photographer Maris, also called Marius in some booking details, for a four-hour hike from Svolvær. You’ll ride to a suitable trail, walk for about three hours, learn photo tips, and stop for snacks with views of Lofoten’s fjords and peaks.

“Still can’t get over how beautiful the views were! Hiking was so much fun, and our guide Maris made the whole trip even better. Definitely coming back one day :)”

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14.Lofoten Islands: Guided Hiking Into the Wilderness – Uphill

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 1 day · from $136

Join a local English-speaking guide at Gimsøystraumen for a 3.5 to 4-hour uphill hike from sea level to 550 meters. The route suits moderately fit walkers, includes poles, photo breaks, and wide Lofoten views. Small groups and private outings are available.

“Tutto perfetto, la guida veramente simpatica e preparata e il percorso adeguato per chi ha un allenamento medio e senza zone esposte, vista bellissima in vetta e durante il percorso, sentiero semplice e in buono stato, purtroppo ha iniziato a piovere una volta arrivati in vetta, ma nessun problema, con un buon paio di scarpe da trekking ed una giacca impermeabile tutto si è risolto. Importante portare uno zainetto per vestirsi a strati.”

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