Highlights
- Scenic journey from Hellesylt through mountain roads
- Hornindal Lake, one of Europe's deepest lakes
- Nordfjord, Stryn, Loen and Olden scenery en route
- Briksdal Glacier arm of Jostedalsbreen
- Glacier lake viewpoint and waterfall stops
- Cruise-friendly long-day departure and return timings
About this tour
Briksdal Glacier is one of Norway's most celebrated glacier experiences, and this discovery tour from Hellesylt puts you on the trail with enough time for the scenic drive, the hike, and the glacier lake viewpoints that define the day.
The journey crosses Hornindal Lake and follows Nordfjord country through Stryn, Loen, and Olden scenery before reaching Briksdalsbreen. Waterfalls, farmhouses, and dramatic valley walls accompany every stage of the route.
This is an active shore excursion with difficult activity level and hiking required at the glacier. It suits cruise passengers with at least six hours ashore who want a full glacier day rather than a short village stop at Hellesylt waterfall.
What's included
- Guided Briksdal Glacier discovery tour from Hellesylt
- Scenic drive via Hornindal Lake and Nordfjord valleys
- Glacier hike with expert commentary
- Route paced for six-to-eight-hour port calls
What's not included
- Food, drinks, and personal purchases unless stated
- Optional gratuities
- Independent time beyond the tour schedule
Cruise passenger timing advice
Confirm your cruise line's all-aboard time the morning you arrive in Hellesylt.
Disembark promptly on busy Geirangerfjord cruise days.
Keep 30 to 45 minutes before all aboard to reach the pier or tender point.
Mountain roads and gondola operations can be weather-dependent, pack layers.
Do not book this tour if your Hellesylt call is under six hours or a brief technical stop before Geiranger.
Read the Hellesylt port guide, plan your day with our one day in Hellesylt itinerary, and use the Cruise Smart Planner to match tours to your hours ashore.