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Briksdal Glacier Discovery From Hellesylt

Day Trip, Group Tour
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Enjoy a scenic journey from Hellesylt to the breathtaking Briksdal Glacier, where cascading waterfalls, picturesque fjords, and Norway's deepest lake create an unforgettable backdrop. This immersive excursion combines a leisurely hike through stunning landscapes with historical landmarks and a relaxing break at a cozy mountain lodge, making it the perfect blend of adventure and tranquility.

Briksdal Glacier Discovery from Hellesylt

Partake in a breathtaking journey to the breathtaking Briksdal Glacier with our exclusive shore excursion from Hellesylt, a quaint village renowned for its dramatic waterfall at the edge of Sunnylvsfjord. This half-day tour offers a deep dive into Norway's natural wonders, featuring historic sites, picturesque lakes, and the majestic Briksdal Glacier, the largest in continental Europe.

Your adventure begins with a scenic drive from Hellesylt towards Hornindal Lake, celebrated as Europe's deepest lake, where a stop at the 19th-century Horndola Bridge offers a perfect photo opportunity. Continue along the scenic route through the Nordfjord, taking in the picturesque towns of Stryn, Loen, and Olden, each offering unique views of colorful farmhouses, cascading waterfalls, and rolling hills.

The highlight of your tour is the Briksdal Glacier, an impressive arm of the continental Europe's largest glacier, Jostedal. Begin your adventure at Briksdalsbre Mountain Lodge, where a well-marked trail flanked by cascading waterfalls and rugged mountains leads to a stunning glacier lake viewpoint. The hike is an invigorating 45 to 60-minute journey through nature's splendor, accessible to most fitness levels.

Following the exhilarating hike, relax and refresh at the lodge's cozy cafeteria with some coffee, tea, and local pastries. This break allows you to soak in the beauty you've just explored and gather energy for the return trip. Our comfortable coach will then guide you back to Hellesylt, ensuring you return with memories of one of Norway's most spectacular natural attractions.

This tour not only highlights the dramatic landscapes and cultural heritage of Hellesylt but also provides an intimate look at the natural beauty of Norway's fjords. With all transportation and guiding included, this excursion offers exceptional value for a day filled with adventure, discovery, and relaxation. Join us to experience the best of Hellesylt and the grandeur of the Briksdal Glacier, making your visit a memorable one.

Starting At
 
Tour Type
Group
 
Group Size
Standard
 
Activity Type(s)
Walking Tour
 
Tour Duration
6.5 Hours
 
Activity Level
Difficult
 
Tour Leaves From
Cruise Ship Pier
 
Food/Beverage Provided
Coffee or tea and seasonal pastries will be included.
 
Special Instructions
We recommend wearing layers of clothing, with the top layer being waterproof. Guests should wear comfortable walking shoes that can get wet.
 
Restrictions
Wheelchairs, motorized scooters, walkers, and strollers are not permitted. Individuals with mobility restrictions are not allowed on this tour. The signs you see along the trail are placed there for a reason. For your own safety, we recommend respecting all warning signs at all times.
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About Shore Excursions Group
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About Us
Shore Excursions Group is the market leading and world's largest shore excursion company. Since 2008, we've provided cruise passengers with higher-quality, lower-priced, and smaller group shore excursions from a portfolio of nearly 4,000 tours in over 300 ports. Over the last 16 years, we've delivered more than 4.6M excursions with a 4.7 out of 5 star rating from more than 47k reviews.

Exceptional travel experiences are created by exceptional people. Our incredible team of cruise and travel experts has more than 100 years of combined industry experience, and we work in close collaboration with a network of exceptional tour operator partners dedicated to providing personalized and immersive excursions to cruise passengers in the ports they visit around the world.

Our excursions are higher quality, lower priced, and travel in smaller groups averaging just 12 guests per departure, allowing our guests to truly connect with the local culture and enjoy a more enriching travel experience. Our website provides a personalized shopping experience highlighting the top-rated and most popular excursions in each port of call with authentic photos, videos, and reviews from other guests.

Our proprietary itinerary search technology makes booking easy by displaying the excursions guaranteed to work for your ship's scheduled arrival and departure into each port of call. We also feature hand-curated multi-port packages with the top-rated excursion for each port bundled together at an additional discount.

Our Unique Approach
While the cruise lines and other companies also offer excursions, we are the experts and our experience and approach set us apart. Our exceptional excursions travel in smaller groups and visit more interesting and authentic locations, using more personalized tour guides.

Our team uses a comprehensive approach to select the leading guides and best tour providers around the world. Every excursion is carefully curated and closely monitored through quality control and customer feedback.

In today's fast paced world, vacations are an important way to relax, reconnect with family and friends, and discover new and interesting places - and our portfolio of the highest quality tours was created to provide authentic and rewarding travel experiences on your next trip.

High quality service is very important to travelers and leads to better experiences with higher satisfaction. We encourage you to call us, so our experts can answer your questions and help you select the best excursions for your cruise.

Our Exceptional Tours
Our priority is providing cruise guests with exciting and enriching tours with personalized service and smaller groups.

Our small group tours range from 2-12 people - far less than other tour companies with larger tours up to 50 people. We also offer outstanding private excursions - exclusive experiences for only you and your group with options to fully customize your tour.

Our "Scenic" tours provide up close and personal access to some of the most spectacular natural environments on Earth from majestic glaciers in Alaska to spectacular reefs in the Caribbean.

Our "Cultural" tours allow customers to experience local customs, entertainment and culinary delights ranging from tribal dances in Alaska to an outstanding local meal in Santorini, Greece.

Our "Active" tours offer a multitude of exciting and adventurous ways to experience our destinations. Kayak the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, hike to a spectacular waterfall in Hawaii, or bicycle through quaint villages in France.

Our "City" tours allow travelers to see the highlights of great cities around the world with unique insights provided by our expert tour guides.

Our Guarantee
We stand by our excursions, and we're committed to meeting your expectations. Our team and our guides are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences, which we've achieved consistently over many years and millions of tours. To the extent you are in any way dissatisfied with the experience we deliver, we will work to resolve your concerns - up to and including a full refund of your tour price. For more information visit the Shore Excursions Group website.

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About Shore Excursions Group

About Us
Shore Excursions Group is the market leading and world's largest shore excursion company. Since 2008, we've provided cruise passengers with higher-quality, lower-priced, and smaller group shore excursions from a portfolio of nearly 4,000 tours in over 300 ports. Over the last 16 years, we've delivered more than 4.6M excursions with a 4.7 out of 5 star rating from more than 47k reviews.

Exceptional travel experiences are created by exceptional people. Our incredible team of cruise and travel experts has more than 100 years of combined industry experience, and we work in close collaboration with a network of exceptional tour operator partners dedicated to providing personalized and immersive excursions to cruise passengers in the ports they visit around the world.

Our excursions are higher quality, lower priced, and travel in smaller groups averaging just 12 guests per departure, allowing our guests to truly connect with the local culture and enjoy a more enriching travel experience. Our website provides a personalized shopping experience highlighting the top-rated and most popular excursions in each port of call with authentic photos, videos, and reviews from other guests.

Our proprietary itinerary search technology makes booking easy by displaying the excursions guaranteed to work for your ship's scheduled arrival and departure into each port of call. We also feature hand-curated multi-port packages with the top-rated excursion for each port bundled together at an additional discount.

Our Unique Approach
While the cruise lines and other companies also offer excursions, we are the experts and our experience and approach set us apart. Our exceptional excursions travel in smaller groups and visit more interesting and authentic locations, using more personalized tour guides.

Our team uses a comprehensive approach to select the leading guides and best tour providers around the world. Every excursion is carefully curated and closely monitored through quality control and customer feedback.

In today's fast paced world, vacations are an important way to relax, reconnect with family and friends, and discover new and interesting places - and our portfolio of the highest quality tours was created to provide authentic and rewarding travel experiences on your next trip.

High quality service is very important to travelers and leads to better experiences with higher satisfaction. We encourage you to call us, so our experts can answer your questions and help you select the best excursions for your cruise.

Our Exceptional Tours
Our priority is providing cruise guests with exciting and enriching tours with personalized service and smaller groups.

Our small group tours range from 2-12 people - far less than other tour companies with larger tours up to 50 people. We also offer outstanding private excursions - exclusive experiences for only you and your group with options to fully customize your tour.

Our "Scenic" tours provide up close and personal access to some of the most spectacular natural environments on Earth from majestic glaciers in Alaska to spectacular reefs in the Caribbean.

Our "Cultural" tours allow customers to experience local customs, entertainment and culinary delights ranging from tribal dances in Alaska to an outstanding local meal in Santorini, Greece.

Our "Active" tours offer a multitude of exciting and adventurous ways to experience our destinations. Kayak the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, hike to a spectacular waterfall in Hawaii, or bicycle through quaint villages in France.

Our "City" tours allow travelers to see the highlights of great cities around the world with unique insights provided by our expert tour guides.

Our Guarantee
We stand by our excursions, and we're committed to meeting your expectations. Our team and our guides are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences, which we've achieved consistently over many years and millions of tours. To the extent you are in any way dissatisfied with the experience we deliver, we will work to resolve your concerns - up to and including a full refund of your tour price. For more information visit the Shore Excursions Group website.

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Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.