From Eidfjord to Vøringfossen, pure nature at its best
Shore excursion from port of Eidfjord, Norway
- Duration 4h
- Activity level low
What you'll do
The tour begins at the port of Eidfjord, where our guide identified by the Shore2Shore sign will welcome you.
Eidfjord, a charming village settled on sand and black gravel left by the last Ice Age 8,000 years ago, is the perfect starting point to explore this area of Norway.
The bus ride will first take you to the impressive Måbødalen valley, following the course of the Eio river, known for its trout and salmon. Along the way, you will see vertical rock walls, ancient stone paths, and historic bridges that will give you an idea of what life was like in this region centuries ago.
The next stop is Sysendammen, one of the largest rockfill dams in Norway. At 1.1 km long and 81 m high, it regulates the water that feeds the famous Vøringsfossen waterfall. On clear days, you can even see the Hardangerjøkulen glacier in the distance.
The highlight of the tour comes with the visit to Vøringsfossen, Norway’s most famous waterfall with a 182-meter free fall. From the viewpoints and walkways over the canyon, you can enjoy spectacular views and take unforgettable photos. Afterwards, you will have time for a coffee or refreshment at the Hotel Fossli, a historic building over 130 years old.
The last stop is the Hardanger Bridge, the longest suspension bridge between tunnels in the world (1,380 m in length).
If weather conditions allow, you can stroll along the pedestrian walkway with views of the fjord and mountains, a 500-meter accessible path among art installations. Otherwise, as an alternative, the tour will include a visit to the Bu and Vallavik tunnels, featuring a roundabout carved into the rock illuminated in blue, offering a unique perspective of the bridge and the fjord.
After an immersive experience among fjords, mountains, and waterfalls, we will return to the port to say goodbye.
Thank you for exploring Norwegian nature with Shore2Shore!
Details
GENERAL INFORMATION
- (INCLUDES ASSISTANCE AT THE PORT AND ON THE BUS, TRANSPORTATION, AND GUIDE).
- DURATION: BUS AND GUIDE AVAILABLE FOR UP TO 4 HOURS
NOTES
- Easy Level/Panoramic/Cultural
- Comfortable footwear is recommended
- THE ORDER OF THE PLACES TO VISIT MAY BE CHANGED BY THE ORGANIZATION OF THE GUIDE AND TRAFFIC AND/OR OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES.
- People with reduced mobility who use wheelchairs must be accompanied by another person who can assist them. We kindly ask that foldable wheelchairs be used, as the buses do not have lifts or ramps. Shore2Shore is not responsible if the client does not inform of their situation at the time of booking.