Stavanger Tours, Tickets & Excursions

Explore the Lysefjord landscape in a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) on this tour from Stavanger. Zoom out into the harbor, then head for the outlying fjords, where you will pass close to the rock formations and other striking Norwegian scenery. Listen to your crew's commentary on the flora and fauna in the area while you travel. Extra-warm marine suits and dry bags will be provided to keep you and your belongings safe and dry.

Will you have spare time in your Norwegian cruise itinerary after docking at Haugesund? Make the most of your time, and embark on a half-day shore excursion to some of the region’s highlight attractions and landscapes. Meet your vehicle in central Haugesund and hop aboard. You’ll head to the dramatic Langfoss waterfall, will see the Haraldshaugen national monument, will admire the Åkrafjorden, and more.

Trade the city’s bustle for a trip into nature, and immerse yourself in southwestern Norway’s dramatic scenery of mountains and fjords, on this cruise from Stavanger. Depart in the morning directly from the city’s pier, and travel into the Lysefjord, a 26-mile (42-kilometer) fjord framed by rugged peaks and rock formations. You can admire the famed Pulpit Rock from the water, see the Vagrant’s Cave, and taste the glacial water directly from the Hengjane Falls.

Western Norway’s Pulpit Rock is a towering cliff-plateau directly suspended over the Lysefjorden. Hikers flock here to dangle over the precipice and photograph the meandering blue fjord. This guided hike leaves from Stavanger brings you safely to the edge of the rock to take in the view. You have time at the top to take pictures, relax, and eat lunch or a snack.

Make the most of your time on shore in Stavanger by getting back out onto the water on this guided boat tour. Sail into the Lysefjord to soak up the scenery of mountains, waterfalls, and tiny islands, and see such world-famous attractions as Pulpit Rock (Preikestolen). Also visit Vagabond's Cave, which legend says was named after a group of vagabonds who hid there; see goats at summer pasture, and taste clear mountain water from the Hengjane falls.

Enjoy an active day out among mountains, fjords, and spectacular scenery—and leave all the planning and logistics to your guide—on this seamless, full-day tour. Following morning pickup at your Stavanger hotel, set off with just a small group for company. Your destination is Kjeragbolten: the picturesque boulder mysteriously wedged between cliffs. Hike up to visit it, and soak up the extraordinary views as you go.

Venture into nature, and discover some of southern Norway’s most dramatic scenery, on this cruise trip from central Stavanger. In the morning, make your own way to the waterfront and hop aboard. Your destination is Lysefjord—a 26-mile (42-kilometer) fjord. Admire the granite cliffs that surround it as you go, stop to taste water from a glacial waterfall, see Pulpit Rock, and discover the hidden Vagabond’s Cave.

Escape the bustle of the city—and discover some of Norway’s most striking and recognizable stretches of nature—on this small-group tour. Depart in the morning directly from your hotel, and head to Lysfjord, where you’ll go for a cruise along the water to soak up the scenery. Next, hike up Kjerag to view the famous Kjeragbolten—and even step onto the boulder wedged between rock faces.

Leave the city behind for the day and embark on a cruise down the fjords to Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock). This tour from Stavanger takes you sailing past idyllic islands, rocky shores, steep mountains, and powerful waterfalls. Then you'll disembark at the village of Oanes to head for the Preikestolen trailhead so that you can embark on a self-guided hike to the famed plateau.

Experience a fun and exhilarating RIB boat tour as you explore the islands around Haugesund. Your captain takes you through the quaint straits around Haugesund which originally gave Norway its name. The straits were the way to the North - the Nor-way! As the straits give way to the open ocean, get ready for the high-speed adventure while you immerse yourself in spectacular Norwegian nature with the smell of the ocean and the wind in your hair! The tour takes you around some of the islands and little canals, with your captain regaling stories of the history and people living in this rough coastal environment. If you’re lucky, you may just spot the White-tailed eagle that has its nesting area on one of the islands. Remember your camera! Meeting point: Cruise terminal Viking Adventure booth Equipment: Life jacket/suit, goggles and gloves (provided) Duration: 2 hours including, short walk to RIB pier, dressing and security briefing (approx 1 hour driving)

Lysefjorden sightseeing is our most popular trip, offering an exhilarating voyage through the beautiful coastal landscape of the west of Norway. The journey starts out on the coast outside Stavanger. From there, we will enter the Lysefjord with its dramatic nature and bustling wildlife which attract tourists from all over the world every year.

Explore Stavanger at your own pace and according to your own tastes with a 24-hour hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus ticket. Board and disembark the bus at any of the 11 tour stops throughout the city, including the Stavanger Museum and theLedaal Royal Residence. Spend as little or as long time as you wish at each stop or stay aboard for the full 50-minute circuit, listening to enlightening commentary via the audio guide.

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see. With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

Take the worry out of your departure to Stavanger Airport and pre-book a private transfer to suit your group size (up to 6 people). Avoid the long lines for taxis at the hotel, and travel in the comfort of a Premium car or minivan.

Take a tour around Stavanger and visit all the major sights at your own pace. Hop on and off again as many times you want in 24 hours at any of our 6 different stops. Our Tour will take you to Old Stavanger, Stavanger cathedral, the Museum of Archeology and much more.

Experience much in a short time with our electric-bikes and local guide. This is an exceptional opportunity to take beautiful photos of the Viking city, Haugesund. We bike through the main shopping street, Haraldsgata, to the iconic Fishermen statue, then onward to the statue of Harald Fairhair. Learn about the rich Viking and seafaring history of the area from the vantage view of the straits that served as the highway of the seas. The tour continues through a residential area northwards towards Norway's only National Monument, Haraldsstøtta - an ode to King Harald Fairhair and the unification of Norway. Here we take time to take in both the monument and Korsshaugen, the stone cross that dates back 1000 years. See the local islands far out on the horizon as we cycle onward to the stunning horse sculptures, "The rising tides". This is a scenic and effortless way experience Haugesund! Duration: 2 hours including 5 min walk to bike garage, adjusting bikes and security briefing.

Nestled among some of Norway’s most beautiful fjords, including the famous Lysefjord, Stavanger really is one of Norway’s most stunning locations. There are some great hiking trails and climbing opportunities suitable for all abilities, Perfectly suited for discovery on foot, our self-guided audio tour allows you to set the pace and explore at your leisure as you uncover the stories of this exciting city. To discover this great city in your own time just download this self-guided audio tour, pop in your headphones, open the map that comes with your download and start walking. This tour will help you appreciate Stavanger in its full splendour as a cultural capital. You will also gain an appreciation of the history of Stavanger and the role it has played in Norway’s history. The tour will take approximately two hours, but you can pause the audio guide when needed. Grab a bite to eat or do some shopping along the way. Please note that this tour is only available in English.

Take the worry out of your arrival at Stavanger Airport and pre-book a private transfer to suit your group size (up to 6 people). Avoid the long lines for taxis on arrival, and travel in the comfort of a Premium car or minivan.

Your journey begins at the cruise terminal. A bus or car will take you to Nedstrand into one of the fjords, passing the small communities and beautiful landscape. The trip will take approximately 1 hour. While passing Fjords and mountains, your guide will tell you about the life and history of the people of Haugesund. Upon arrival at Nedstrand, soak in the surroundings of the cozy village, Hindervåg. Then we go on a hike up to Himakånå, 357 meters above sea level. The walk is around 2 km, it is a steep walk, but we take it at a slow pace. The walk takes around one hour each way. Once we reach the summit, it's the perfect time for pictures of the panoramic views. Himakånå is one of Norway's most popular "selfie spots"! Here we'll rest and enjoy our "matpakke"( a light typical Norwegian lunch), taking in the breathtaking mountain and fjord surroundings, before we head back down to Nedstrand.

To trek Flørli is to garner serious bragging rights indeed. With 4,444 steps, it’s the longest wooden staircase in the world, towering over the Lysefjord. Tackle it with a local guide to turn it into a Norwegian adventure, learning about Stavanger’s history and nature along the way. Don’t worry—the descent back down follows a century-old marked trail, with spectacular views of its own.

NEW AND UPDATED! This tour is specially made for families and you who like Vikings, authentic historical surroundings, and short walks! There will be storytelling and Viking activities for children organized by our guides. We board the express boat MS Gyda at the cruise terminal and set the course to the Vikings at Avaldsnes (approx. 20 min). Along the seaway, you will get a guided presentation of the surroundings, with local history and the development of the oil and gas industry until today’s green energy in the region. At Avaldsnes, you enter the old Viking harbor and will be met by local Viking guides from the Avaldsnes museum. It will also be time to explore on your own, do activities specially made for children, and visit the Viking boathouse before we set the course back. On the return, we sail to the city center, through “Smedasundet.” Among the old boathouses, before entering the cruise terminal for disembarkation. (Total time for the adventure is 2,5 hours)

Kjetils unique knowledge of the local area combined with an eye for motifs and light makes this tour a unique experience. You will guaranteed have pictures that can go straight up on your wall.

Minimum of 6 persons need to book this trip, otherwise it will be canceled. Olav Ringdal jr is and old vessel and very stable on the sea. Nice heated relaxing area on aft deck. All fishing happens on fore deck with qualified deck hand helping. All fishing gear for down to 70 meters included. For deep sea fishing BYO equipment.

The Lysefjord is one of Norway's most breathtaking fjords, and Preikestolen - or the Pulpit Rock - is one of the most archetypal destinations in the world! Join this 6-hour fjord tour with a full sightseeing program. Experience Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock), "Vagabond's cave", old mountain farms, local wildlife, idyllic islands, and majestic scenery. Enjoy magnificent views to the Pulpit Rock, which mounts 604 meters above the fjord. The hiking trip to the top of the Pulpit rock takes about two hours each way. Reaching the Pulpit Rock by foot gives you the opportunity to stand on top of the magnificent mountain hill and see the narrow Lysefjorden below.