We recently enjoyed a wonderful family holiday cruising the Norwegian Fjords with P&O. We've covered this on our instagram and youtube channels - @paradisefallsfamily. Here we list some of our top recommendations for things to do on your trip to ...
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Hellesylt
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Stavanger
Stavanger is known as the gateway to the Fjords and is one of the bigger ports on a Norwegian Fjords cruise. It's a lovely city in a great location meaning you can get out and explore the nearby Fjords! Here are some of the top things to do in Stavan...
Stavanger has a beautiful Old Town, right next to the port. Made up of winding cobbled streets and little white wooden houses, it’s a beautiful spot.
Old Stavanger
A wonderful cruise to the nearby Lysefjord, part of the Norwegian Fjords, to see the iconic Pulpit Rock. You can book tickets on Get Your Guide here: gyg.me/PiiwRhDs
Sightseeing cruise to Lysefjord and Pulpit Rock
Alternatively if you're feeling a little more active, see Pulpit Rock up close on a guided hike!
Guided hike to Pulpit Rock
Another hike to the famous Kjeragbolten boulder - just don't step out onto the Boulder!
Hike to Kjeragbolten boulder
Get out on the fjords in a high speed RIB boat for a bit more of a thrill!
Lysefjord RIB Safari
A beautiful cathedral right in the middle of Stavenger
Stavanger Cathedral
A beautiful little street in the middle of Stavanger filled with colour. A lovely place to wander, shop or stop for something to eat.
Fargegaten - The colourful street
A famous landmark in the area consisting of three massive bronze swords planted in the rocks. Located just outside or on the edge of the city.
Swords in rock monument
Enjoy a guided walking tour of Stavanger itself.
Guided Walking Tour
Enjoy a relaxed guided bus tour around the city, hopping off at your favourite stops
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
Get out on the water in a Kayak or on a paddle board and enjoy the fjords. You can book a guided kayaking tour here: gyg.me/Yp5tx1CF
Kayaking or paddle boarding in Lysefjord
Take a trip out to discover an old iron age viking farm!
Iron Age Farm
If you want to take things a little slower, take in a museum. Stavanger has several including the Maritime Museum, the Petroleum Museum and the Norwegian Canning Museum
Stavanger Maritime Museum
Olden
Olden is nestled right in the Norwegian Fjords and this is the kind of scenery you’ve taken a Norwegian Fjords cruise for. This area is the quintessential fjords and was our favourite few days of the cruise. Here are some of the top things to do in O...
Get out on the water and enjoy the scenery all around you on a kayaking or paddle boarding session
Kayaking and paddle boarding
Take a hike up to Briksdal glacier, or jump in one of the troll cars if you fancy an easier ride.
Briksdal Glacier
Take a cablecar ride to the top of the mountains and enjoy the amazing scenery
Loen Skylift
Speed out across the fjords on a RIB boat tour. You can book a trip here: gyg.me/vzuBW7dJ
RIB boat tour
Take a helicopter ride up over the mountains and fjords to take in this breathtaking scenery
Helicopter Flightseeing
Get a bit more active with the family at this outdoor climbing park.
Hydlaparken Climbing Park
Take a bus ride to a glacier viewing point to take in the views without all the hiking and hassle!
Open Top Sightseeing Bus To The Glacier
Go for a hike in the surrounding area or take it up a notch with the Via Ferrata!
Hiking and Via Ferrata
Hellesylt
Hellesylt is a picturesque village renowned for its breathtaking landscapes. It serves as a gateway to the iconic Geirangerfjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Geiranger known as a pearl of the fjords. Here are some of the top things to do in Hell...
A huge, very impressive waterfall right in the middle of town. Easily viewable from the bridge crossing the river, this is an easy one to tick off.
Hellesylt waterfall
Get out on the water and explore the beautiful fjords yourself in a kayak
Kayaking in Hellesylt
Take a scenic cruise from Hellesylt to nearby beautiful Geiranger, with free time in the town, before cruising back.
Cruise over to Geiranger
One of the best things to do is take a boat over to Geiranger and head up into the mountains for the spectacular views.
Geiranger Skywalk, Mount Dalsnibba and Eagle Road
Speed across the water and see the beautiful Geirangerfjord
RIB boat on Geirangerfjord
Head over to Geiranger and take a bus tour of the surrounding area
Hop-On Hop-Off Geiranger Bus Tour
Beautiful church looking down over the town of Geiranger. Easily reachable by a short walk from the town centre.
Geiranger Church
Family friendly museum covering the Norwegian Fjords
Norwegian Fjord Centre
Haugesund
Haugesund is a charming town that serves as a gateway to both the fjords and rich historical legacies. With its origins tracing back to the Viking Age, Haugesund has long been associated with maritime culture and Norse traditions. While it's a lovely...
Enjoy speeding around the fjords in a RIB boat
RIB boat tour
See the city on this hop on hop off bus tour
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Statue of Marilyn Monroe whose father hailed from this region of Norway
Marilyn Monroe Statue
Visit Norway's National Monument on the outskirts of the city
Norway's national monument Haraldshaugen
An engaging interactive museum looking at Norway's viking past
The Viking Planet Haugesund
Enjoy an old viking farm and see what life was like in Viking times!
Viking Farm
The main thoroughfare and shopping street in Haugesund
