12 Norway Hiking Tours Worth Flying For

From Tromsø: Snowshoeing Hike with Picnic Lunch and Photos - Snowshoeing for first-timers

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 840 reviews · 4 hours · from $141Our pick

Meet at Scandic Ishavshotel for a four-hour trip to Kvaløya with an English-speaking guide such as Ana, Max, or Evgeni. You’ll learn to use snowshoes, walk toward a mountain viewpoint, enjoy sandwiches and hot drinks, watch for wildlife, and receive guide-taken photos afterward.

“Anna was the absolute best!!! my husband and I had the best day! the views were excellent and we really enjoyed the hike all the equipment was excellent. Anna made our day so enjoyable best guide we had for safety and knowledge we really were in the best hands. highly reccomend this trip for a true arctic experience. thank you Anna. Emma & Justin”

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From Tromsø: Guided Husky Snowshoe Hike and Husky Camp Visit

2.From Tromsø: Guided Husky Snowshoe Hike and Husky Camp Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 715 reviews · 5 hours · from $187

Travel from Tromsø to Tromsø Villmarkssenter for a beginner-friendly snowshoe hike with one or more huskies. Guides such as Harm Jan, Roy, Liam, and Clementine lead the outing, adjust the route to weather, and share time with the dogs. Expect warm overalls, boots, hot drinks, cookies, chocolate cake, and a visit to the dog yard.

“This was the best experience of my life worth every penny, dogs were amazing the surrounding area was like a winter wonderland, Thank you to our amazing guides for a trip of a lifetime xx”

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From Tromsø: Snowshoe Hike in the Arctic

3.From Tromsø: Snowshoe Hike in the Arctic

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 467 reviews · 4 hours · from $157

Meet your guide at Clarion Hotel The Edge, ride 30 minutes to Ersfjordbotn, then spend about three hours snowshoeing through snowy mountain country. Guides including Truls, Adrian, and Espen adjust the pace, explain local nature, and serve hot chocolate or tea with snacks. Expect fjord views, photo stops, and possibly a playful downhill slide.

“Adrian made the trip a solid 5/5. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Hike was very smooth since we had great weather. Difficultly was mild, and we made multiple stops along the way. Was able to chat with Adrian about almost anything , which made the whole experience that much better.”

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Guided hike to Pulpit Rock Preikestolen

4.Guided hike to Pulpit Rock Preikestolen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 390 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $149Best guided

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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Trolltunga Classic Overnight Hike

5.Trolltunga Classic Overnight Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 336 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $559

Join Trolltunga Adventures for a two-day hike to Norway’s famous cliff, with a maximum of 10 people, guides such as Anton, Ola, Marianne, or Hilde, and visits to Trolltunga at quieter hours. The experience includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner, but the overnight sleeping arrangements should be confirmed before booking.

“Amazing experience! Marianne Hilde were incredible and I can’t imagine doing this Trolltunga hike any other way. It was the best part of my trip to Norway and would recommend everyone do this.”

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From Stavanger: Pulpit Rock Guided Hike with Pickup

6.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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Stavanger: Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock) Hike with Local Guide

7.Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock) Hike with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 279 reviews · 6 hours · from $167

Join local guides such as Tore, Matts, Mats, or Stein for a six-hour trip from Stavanger to Preikestolen. After a 40-minute bus ride through the subsea tunnel, hike roughly four hours over rocky paths, steps, streams, and steep sections. Snacks are included, while you bring water, food, sturdy shoes, and weatherproof clothing.

“Tore was a fabulous host and guide. He really made sure I was comfortable. When I wasn’t able to find anywhere open in the morning for breakfast he insisted on stopping and getting me something to eat for breakfast soon after we got underway. His local knowledge was excellent and his stories along the hike were very interesting. The drive to the start was very comfortable. We were very fortunate with the weather and went early enough there wasn’t very many people on the hike up or up the top of the Preikestolen. We had a nice lunch at the top and plenty of photos. The walk and experience was…”

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Stavanger: Preikestolen Classic Hike and Side Trail

8.Preikestolen Classic Hike and Side Trail

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 180 reviews · 8 hours · from $140Cheapest way up

Travel from Stavanger to Preikestolen with a local guide and a group of up to eight. The hike takes about 2.5 hours each way, with a quieter side trail when conditions allow. Guides such as Alan, Erlend, Stephan, and Cristian add nature stories, pacing help, and excellent photo stops.

“Allan was exceptionally friendly and knowledgeable & with his background in botany he was able to provide insights into every facet of the hike plus he brought his dog along. An ideal day out.”

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Tromsø: Husky Hike and Puppy Visit with Traditional Lunch

9.Tromsø: Husky Hike and Puppy Visit with Traditional Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 172 reviews · 4h 30m · from $172

Spend 4.5 hours at Tromsø Villmarkssenter, walking with energetic Alaskan Huskies through North Norwegian countryside, meeting adult dogs and puppies, and eating a warm lunch in a Sami lavvo. Guides such as Ryan, Floriane, and Alejandro have led this activity, though your guide may vary. Rain gear, boots, transport, coffee, and dessert are included.

“This was a fantastic activity! We loved the dogs and the husky hike and then had plenty of time to say hello to all the dogs and puppies after. the guides were lovely and really knowledgeable too. The food was fantastic and finished off a great day here!”

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Guided hike to Kjerag and Kjeragbolten

10.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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From Olden: Briksdal Glacier Guided Hiking Shore Excursion

11.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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From Tromsø: Evening Fjellheisen Snowshoe Hike and Cable Car

12.From Tromsø: Evening Fjellheisen Snowshoe Hike and Cable Car

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 91 reviews · 3h 30m · from $173

Meet at Norwegian Travel Shop in Tromsø, ride a private shuttle to Fjellheisen, then take the cable car 421 meters up for a guided one-hour snowshoe hike. Guides such as Henrik, Magnus, Liv, and Hannah keep the pace friendly and may take an Aurora portrait if the lights appear. Hot drinks and pastry finish the evening.

“Never snow hiked before first great experience once you get to grips with the snow shoes”

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Other ways to spend the day on foot

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12 Norway Hiking Tours Worth Flying For

From Tromsø: Snowshoeing Hike with Picnic Lunch and Photos

1.From Tromsø: Snowshoeing Hike with Picnic Lunch and Photos

From Tromsø: Guided Husky Snowshoe Hike and Husky Camp Visit

2.From Tromsø: Guided Husky Snowshoe Hike and Husky Camp Visit

From Tromsø: Snowshoe Hike in the Arctic

3.From Tromsø: Snowshoe Hike in the Arctic

Guided hike to Pulpit Rock Preikestolen

4.Guided hike to Pulpit Rock Preikestolen

Trolltunga Classic Overnight Hike

5.Trolltunga Classic Overnight Hike

From Stavanger: Pulpit Rock Guided Hike with Pickup

6.Pulpit Rock Guided Hike with Pickup

Stavanger: Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock) Hike with Local Guide

7.Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock) Hike with Local Guide

Stavanger: Preikestolen Classic Hike and Side Trail

8.Preikestolen Classic Hike and Side Trail

Tromsø: Husky Hike and Puppy Visit with Traditional Lunch

9.Tromsø: Husky Hike and Puppy Visit with Traditional Lunch

Guided hike to Kjerag and Kjeragbolten

10.Guided hike to Kjerag and Kjeragbolten

From Olden: Briksdal Glacier Guided Hiking Shore Excursion

11.From Olden: Briksdal Glacier Guided Hiking Shore Excursion

From Tromsø: Evening Fjellheisen Snowshoe Hike and Cable Car

12.From Tromsø: Evening Fjellheisen Snowshoe Hike and Cable Car

Pick a kind of walking day

Above the treeline

Water and rock

How you walk it

Trees and trails