The 12 Best Guided Day Hikes in Norway

1.Guided hike to Pulpit Rock Preikestolen

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

Start early in Stavanger and ride with a guide to the Preikestolen trailhead. You’ll hike through rugged Norwegian terrain to the famous rock above Lysefjorden, with time for photos and views. Guides such as Erle, Ola, Toa, Marius, and Kent have been praised for patient pacing, local stories, and safe route choices. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

“Wow! What an amazing experience, I am so so happy I did this! My tour guide was great, the views were incredible and the trip was well organized but most importantly, I felt safe. I will warn you, if you have bad knees this could be a very very very difficult hike for you, especially on the way down. I am in my 30s and my knees spasmed at the end - I've never had that happen but my years of soccer caught up to me on this hike! If you're out of shape this will be tough, but not impossible just take breaks. My iPhone said I climbed 143…”

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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 licensed guide, and a group of up to eight. Guides such as Ivan, Rasmus, Theo, and Alexander set a steady pace, share Norwegian stories, and may use a quieter old trail when conditions allow. Expect rocky ground, changing weather, and superb Lysefjorden views.

“I absolutely loved the Pulpit Rock guided hike! Teodor is a very Knowledgeable and Fun Guide who made this day trip extremely memorable for all of us! Even though the weather wasn’t at its sunniest best, Teodor made sure we discovered the joy of hiking by taking lesser known (and hence tourist free!) routes along the trail and engage in some fun berry hunting! Thankyou Teodor for giving us memories for a lifetime :) Absolutely Recommend this hike to all !”

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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 an 11-hour guided hike to Kjerag and Kjeragbolten. A guide such as Teo, Sean, Helga, or Kenth leads the small group over steep rock, boulders, and chain-assisted sections. Hotel pickup, private transport, and photo help are included. Bring lunch, water, grippy shoes, and gloves.

“The guide was very very helpful. He took care everyone of the group and helped with the difficult steps. The hike would be more difficult without the guide.”

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4.From Olden: Briksdal Glacier Guided Hiking Shore Excursion

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

Ride from Olden cruise pier through the Olden Valley, then hike roughly 45 to 60 minutes each way toward Briksdal Glacier. You’ll see waterfalls, meltwater streams, Olden Lake, and snow-capped peaks. Guides such as Sam, Anna, Alyssa, and Elisabet have led recent departures, with English commentary and a cruise-friendly return plan.

“The bus company picked us up right next to the cruise ship. Coach was very comfortable with an excellent driver. The guide was delightful and her narrative was full of interesting facts and thoughts. The scenery was absolutely stunning the whole way to the Briksdal Glacier. The walk to the Glacier is on a really well formed and wide track with a few stone steps here and there. Although quite uphill in places, there was plenty of time to pace yourself and the walk is well worth the effort. you want to stop often anyway and take lots of photos. Take your raincoat even on a fine day as one…”

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5.Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock) Guided Hike

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

Hike Preikestolen above Lysefjorden with an English or Norwegian guide in a group of up to eight. The nine-hour outing includes hotel pickup, transport, a five-hour mountain walk, guide, and fees. Guides such as Kristy, Sander, Jacob, Lisa, and Annalise have helped hikers handle the rocky route.

“We booked it very spontanious, but everything worked out without problems!”

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6.Haugesund: Himakånå Guided Hiking Trip

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

Meet your English-speaking guide at Haugesund’s cruise pier, ride to Nedstrand, collect a Norwegian matpakke, and hike 2.2 kilometers up to Himakånå at 357 meters. The route is steep and gravelly, but the fjord views are superb. Groups are limited to 15, and guides such as Howard add local history along the way.

“La subida hasta la piedra es dura, pero merece la pena sin duda”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 14 reviews · 3 hours · from $62Cheapest way up

Meet your guide at Malmøya after taking bus 85 from central Oslo. Over three hours, you’ll walk forest paths, beaches, bays, and waterfronts, stopping at Skinnerbaken for a waffle and warm drink. Guides including Antoine and Kevin are known for a friendly, attentive approach. The walk covers about 2.6 miles.

“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

From Stavanger, you’ll cruise Lysefjorden past Fantahåla and Hengjanefossen, then hike to Preikestolen with a small group and mountain guide. Guides such as Alan and Erlend provide winter gear, poles, head lamps, photos, and steady pacing. Expect a long, active day with possible snow, cold, darkness, and dramatic views.

“Alan was the best tour guide! Would highly recommend this experience. Much more than a hike, you will learn so much about Preikestolen and it is truly an unforgettable experience.”

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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

Travel from Bodø to Mjelle Beach in a comfortable 8-seater car with an English-speaking guide such as Ivar or Ingrid. Walk the white-sand coast at an easy pace, stopping for views and local insight. The outing lasts about five hours, with headlamps and snow gear available when needed.

“It was a great tour experience. We were lucky to have good weather that day and our guide was very friendly, thoughtful and professional. We managed to see some sights and viewpoints in Bodo before heading to Mjelle Beach where we were able to do the walk at our own pace and enjoy the stunning landscape that surrounded us.”

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10.Longyearbyen: Platåfjellet Guided Hike with Panoramic Views

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

Join an English-speaking local guide for a three-hour hike from Longyearbyen to the Platåfjellet plateau. Expect rocky slopes, wide views over Adventfjorden, possible reindeer and bird sightings, hot drinks, snacks, and a small group of up to eight people. Guide Andreas has led one particularly well-liked outing.

“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 sunrise for a private, demanding 20 km hike to Trolltunga. Your guide drives you through Hardanger, stops at Steinsdalsfossen, and may add Låtefossen after the hike. Guides include Luis Fernando and Trond. Expect 14 to 16 hours, an 8 to 10 hour hike, snacks and water, and a very early start.

“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

Start in Mosjøen at 10 am for a guided climb on Øyfjellet’s iron path. You’ll tackle Helgelandstrappa, two via ferrata sections, mountain steps, and a possible summit push before reaching Storfjellet. The finale is a 700-meter zipline over the Vefsna River, ending near Fru Haugans Hotel. Minimum age is 12, with a 40 to 110 kg weight limit.

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