Olden Shore Excursion: the Amazing Briksdal Glacier
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience unspoiled beauty during this half-day excursion to the Briksdal Glacier. You will depart from Olden by bus and drive through the valley, passing the 'little red church,' the Olden Lake, colorful farms and numerous waterfalls. Once you arrive at the Briksdal Inn, a beautiful track surrounded by waterfalls and mountains will lead you to the viewpoint at the glacier lake, from where you will be able to enjoy this amazing natural treasure. You can also rent a 'troll car' if you cannot or prefer not to walk the glacier.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide in English due to mixed groups
Tours conducted in April or October may be guided in English only, due to limited guide availability during the shoulder season.
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
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
What To Expect
The pier in Olden, start point of the tour
Olden Old Church
Drive through Olden, passing the Old Church
Options
Standard Briksdal Glacier
Duration: 4 hours: Be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. These departure times are based on the schedule of the cruise ships. Coach or Mini bus: Excursion by coach/mini bus & walking. Tour to Briksdal Glacier: Guided tour to the Briksdal glacier viewpoint. High quality guided tour to Briksdal Glacier in Olden.
What‘s Included
Olden Lake
Local guide
Sightseeing tour
Briksdal Glacier
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
474 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great trip from Olden!
Paradise37069463297,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice tour. Beautiful place. Tour guide excellent.
Outstanding glacier day out
Anthony S,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome. What it said on the box and more. Very helpful guide dropping us at the new church to explore
Olden Norway Briksdal Glacier. The Views!
752waynec,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great and timely pickup from cruise pier to Glacier. Safe driver. Audible presentation on bus loudspeaker prepares you in advance. Walk up to Glacier is steep but incredibly scenic with many photo ops. Takes about 45 to 60 minutes if you are in great shape. I would rate incline as strenuous, but some leveled off areas. Alternative was extra cost with troll cars with driver on narrow road to almost the top then Walking 10 minutes on a steep trail to see Glacier up close, view waterfalls, snow capped mountains, and beach. Stunning views and photo ops available the entire trip. WC available before ascending and at top. Gift shop available. Olden was an amazing port to visit.
Beautiful hike!
Debbie S,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful hike! Little strenuous at the beginning but then it evens out. Scenery is awesome, views at waterfalls were unlike anything I have ever seen before. Loved this excursion! Plus the scenery on the drive to and from the glacier was so beautiful! Don’t let the little bit of strenuous hike keep you from doing it.
Exceptional shore excursion option
Todd S,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Exceptional guide and driving. Very well paced with enough time to trek to the glacier and return, laving time for souvenir shopping and a welcome stop on the way back to port. Well structure and informative day. Highly recommend as an alternative shore excursion to those offered on your ship.
OK
132ayakak,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The cost is just for the shuttle bus ride. Not much of guide. Expensive. Hike required to reach gracier. Beautiful hike route. Gracier is melting so may not be there in few years or maybe less.
Picturesque Views
R7490CRmarcp,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful area with plenty of spots for great pictures and scenery.
Beautiful waterfalls, retreating glacier, and knowledgeable guide made the trip enjoyable.
Hank D,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The trip was to see the glacier, the waterfalls were bonus. It's sad to see the glacier retreating so fast. But the walk to the glacier and the waterfalls on the way were more than makeup for the condition of the glacier. Knowledgeable tour guide, Lea, shared a lot of interesting info making the trip memorable.
Nice Tour
idalys h,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great tour and Hanna was wonderful tour guide. We had nice weather and it was the right amount time,
The hike to the glacier...
karen r,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The hike to the glacier was on a well maintained trail with lots of spectacular photo opportunities. It was steep but slow and steady will get you to the end of the trail.
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