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Olden Shore Excursion: the Amazing Briksdal Glacier
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Olden Shore Excursion: the Amazing Briksdal Glacier

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Ages 0-99, max of 45 per group
Duration: 4h
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  • Local guide
  • Sightseeing tour
  • Briksdal Glacier
  • Olden Lake
What's not included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off


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  • Norway Excursions Olden, Rv60 190,, 6788 Olden, Norway
    The meeting point is within walking distance from the port/pier and most of the hotels. Look for our staff on the pier, bright yellow jackets, carrying our company logo. Be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
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    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Pushchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 31798P10

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide in English due to mixed groups
    • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking "ship name"
    • We advise all our guests to wear appropriate shoes and clothing
    • Travellers should have a strong physical fitness level
    • All vehicles support foldable wheelchairs
    • Terrain/surface are quite uneven for wheelchair access
    • Contact us before booking if wheelchair ramp is needed!
    • Bring child/infant seats with you
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
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    Silvesco
    Bournemouth, UK6 contributions
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    May 2022 • Couples
    What an amazing experience - with a knowledgeable and friendly guide. We were given a great commentary with plenty of useful information whilst on the bus. We had a stop to and from Briksdal, which was great as it allowed us to take in the scenery. We were given all the information we needed once at Briksdal and were able to undertake the hike up to the glacier at our own pace, with the reassurance that our guide wasn't too far away at any point. Would recommend this experience to anyone - plus it was considerably cheaper than a similar excursion offered by the cruise line!
    Written 24 May 2022
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    Thank you for your feedback! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed your excursion with us.
    Written 25 May 2022
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    Nigel W
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    We booked this trip independantly as it offered more time at the glacier, than the trip organised by the cruise companyand still picked you up and dropped you off at the quayside. If you are physically able to, take the footpath to the glacier and admire the scenery en route. Althogh mostly uphill on a gravel footpath there are some flat bits so allow yourselves 45 minutes for the hike. Katerina our guide stayed with the slower members of our tour group to ensure no one was left behind. We made the trip in mid May and there was still snow on top of the mountains surrounding the glacier
    Written 18 May 2023
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    We're so happy you enjoyed our tour to the Briksdal Glacier with Caterina! Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We're glad you took part in this beautiful hike with us. Safe travels!
    Written 18 May 2023
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    Jace0102
    Kingston-upon-Hull, UK61 contributions
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    Aug 2023 • Couples
    Opted to go on the Brikdsal Glacier trip organised through P and O cruises and we were not disappointed.We boarded a coach early morning with our guide a lovely Norweigan lady who was very imformative and set off on a fab journey through lovely winding roads and countryside to arrive at the main entrance around 40 minutes later.We were then shown the cafe and gift shop were we had a lovely hot drink and a few of the cakes on offer and were then left to go to the glacier itself at our own pace..We took a leisurely stroll up of around 40 minutes taking many photos on the way of numerous waterfalls..snow capped mountains..and amazing scenery..You could also take one of the many buggys up if you wanted to.The paths leading to the glacier were fine and well signposted and accesable for all ages and abilities.Once there we were met by a turquoise lake and a glacier was totally fabulous!! we spent quite a bit of time here before heading back down to get our coach.On the journey back we stopped at another amazing lake for photos and opted to get off in Olden village itself for a look round which was fab before boarding the ship.
    If you are doing a Norweigan Fjords cruise I would definately recomend this trip..You will not be dissapointed!!
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    Mike L
    Deer Park, TX13 contributions
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    Jun 2022
    We take this tour through Princess excursion, the scenery of the ride to there is ok. However there will be nicer one in other Norway fjord ports. The hike to the Galcier lake to see a tiny clacier is not worth the effort. I do not recomend this tour , you can find much better one in other Norway ports. ei, Tromso.
    Written 4 July 2022
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    It seems that you may have been a passenger of a Princess Cruises excursion and NOT Norway Excursions. Sorry to hear that you did not enjoy the hike to the glacier and the beautiful scenery in this part of Norway. We kindly ask that you consider removing this review and posting it under the appropriate tour operator or the glacier itself. Safe travels home!
    Written 5 July 2022
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    David B
    Ottawa, Canada3 contributions
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    Jun 2024 • Family
    The guide Daria had on a yellow jacket and was easy to spot at the cruise pier. She spoke decent English, checked us off her list and we had to stand around for about 15 mins waiting for the bus. Upon our arrival at the park (which had no entrance fee), she said we’d be returning from our drop-off point at a specific time (1pm); however, she then pretty much disappeared (we lost 15 mins waiting & looking around for her) and so the 4 of us made our own way up to the glacier and back down.

    At 1pm (the prearranged return time), we had to once again stand around for 20 mins in the parking lot waiting for the bus.

    Given there was no guiding, I’d recommend finding your own way to the park for less cost. The tour wasn’t terrible but disappointed in the lack of value.
    Written 29 June 2024
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    Thank you for your review of our excursion in Olden. We're sorry to hear that you didn't feel the guide didn't provide much value to your tour. Nevertheless, we thank you for joining us in Olden and hope that you had a wonderful vacation in Norway.
    Written 7 July 2024
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    James L
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    We booked this tour as we were a little late booking shore excursions from our Royal Caribbean cruise and we couldn't have been happier with our choice.
    To start with the Briksdal Glacier hike, it was a little steep in parts but I think anyone who doesn't have mobility issues should be able to accomplish it easily, stopping frequently for pictures on the way up took about an hour and the hike down took probably 30-45 minutes. The views were beautiful and we had unusually good weather. Our tour guide was even taking pictures. At the base of the hike is a cafe, cafeteria, and gift shop with restrooms.
    As for this specific tour, we got a roughly 30 minute bus ride from from the port to the Briksdal Glacier and the guide provided interesting information on the way there and back. The bus driver was incredible navigating the narrow roads. We stopped briefly on the way back for photos by the glacier-fed lake.
    I would absolutely recommend this tour for anyone able to make the hike.
    Written 25 June 2024
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    Thank you for taking the time to leave your review of our excursion to the Briksdal Glacier. We're happy to hear that you had a wonderful time and would recommend our tour to others. Thank you again for joining us!
    Written 7 July 2024
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    Julie H
    5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fantastic tour of Olden. Denise was the guide and she was fabulous! Very helpful and informative on the route. The bus was excellent - very comfortable and even USB ports to recharge your phone after all the pictures!! The most amazing scenery I have ever seen. Definitely recommend
    Written 26 July 2023
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    Thank you for your review of our excursion to the Briksdal Glacier. We're so happy to hear you had a fantastic time with our fabulous guide Denise! Thank you for spending time with us in beautiful Olden.
    Written 29 July 2023
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    Shudan Tian
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023
    Very nice trip! The guide is a very nice person. We have around 130min come and back to the Briksdal, for me the time is enough. It is worth to mention that there is a very smart and large Lake on the way from Olden to Briksdal, the kind guide give us 10min take photo for the Lake. I am really appreciate it.
    Written 14 August 2023
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    Thank you for your review of our excursion to the Briksdal Glacier. We're so happy to hear that you had an excellent time with us. Thank you for joining us in this beautiful place.
    Written 15 August 2023
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    Chris L
    9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Excellent tour. Went while on a Norway cruise with RC. Our tour guide, Denise, was fantastic. She provided lots of interesting tidbits of info about Olden and Norway in general without talking too much, which some guides tend to do. She also provided us plenty of time to explore on our own and gave us clear instructions on when we should be heading back. The hike itself was gorgeous, as was the drive to and from the national park. Hike was challenging but very doable (even for kids/older folks) and lake and glacier at the end was definitely worth it. One of the most beautiful areas I have ever been to. Overall had a great time and would do again, especially if Denise were leading it. 5 stars!
    Written 22 June 2023
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    Thank you for your 5 star review of our excursion to the Briksdal Glacier! We're thrilled to hear that you found our guide Denise to be fantastic (we agree!) and found the natural beauty of the area to be some of the most beautiful you've ever seen. Thank you for spending the afternoon with us in Olden and safe travels!
    Written 23 June 2023
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    Keith Larsen
    Blackwood, UK64 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023 • Couples
    Wet, misty + cold on the day we did Briksdal, but loved it! Was on P&O Iona cruise and they cancelled Pulpit Tock/Stavanger due to poor weather, so this was our first (and best excursion) after 60+ hrs on board. Booked through Olden Travel on line before sailing and saved £‘s. Easy to do, discount for second trip (Loen?) and great service. Olden rep on dock outside ship, coach trip scenic, walk to glacier relatively easy (depends on fitness, etc) A couple of steep(ish) bits by waterfall but there is the option for the buggies? The waterfall is . . . a bit obvious this, wet! And by that I mean, the spray when you try and get pic from the bridge. I stupidly tried to get even close up a banking but that wasn’t a good idea. Drenched. The lake + glacier are stunning. Probably not supposed to do it, but as we had a padlock engraved ready for Pulpit Rock (seen fence near top with locks on it from YouTube), we left one on fence. We weren’t the only one btw. My message on back of “She just fell over the edge . . Honest” made better sense for Pulpit. Car/Coach park has cafe/sovereign shop and toilets. A tip? We brought a couple of Tupperware boxes (again more for cancelled hike) to fill up from ship during brekkie (croissants, muffins, etc) and a flask for coffee. The cafe naturally was busy so we sat outside on the sheltered tables and had a picnic! Definitely recommend trip.
    Written 22 August 2023
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    Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your experience visiting the Briksdal Glacier. We are thrilled to hear that it was your best excursion! Thank you for joining us and for recommending our tour to others.
    Written 23 August 2023
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