7-Day Norway Fjords Yacht Charter Itinerary: Majestic Western Fjords Exploration
7 planned days, starting at Bergen and finishing at Førde. Stops include Bergen, Rosendal, Eidfjord, Flåm, Gudvangen and further stops detailed below. Confirm the daily passages and shore plans with your captain before booking.
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Plan this charter
- First planned stop
- Bergen
- Final planned stop
- Førde
Shore plans to discuss with your crew
- Day 1Explore Bryggen Wharf
- Day 1Visit Bergen Fish Market
- Day 1Ride Fløibanen Funicular
- Day 1Tour St. Mary's Church
- Day 2Visit Barony Rosendal
- Day 2Explore the Rose Garden
Confirm joining and departure ports, yacht availability and the daily passage plan before paying a deposit. The captain decides anchorages and any route changes for weather, sea conditions and local restrictions. Shore venues, marine-park permissions and activity bookings require separate confirmation.
Map connections are schematic, not a navigable passage plan. Distances, safe approaches and passage times must be checked by the captain.
Ask for an itemised quotation covering the charter fee, taxes, APA or package expenses, berth charges and any delivery or redelivery costs.
- DAY 01
Bergen
Your Norway Fjords yacht charter begins in the historic city of Bergen, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its colourful Hanseatic wharf, Bryggen. Spend the afternoon exploring the fish market and riding the Fløibanen funicular for panoramic views.
- Explore Bryggen Wharf
- Visit Bergen Fish Market
- Ride Fløibanen Funicular
- Tour St. Mary's Church
- Anchorage
- Vågen Harbour
- Dining
- Enhjørningen Fiskerestaurant
- DAY 02
Rosendal
Cruise south-east into the Hardangerfjord, arriving at the picturesque village of Rosendal. Here, you can visit Barony Rosendal, Scandinavia's smallest castle, surrounded by a beautiful rose garden and a cultural heritage park.
- Visit Barony Rosendal
- Explore the Rose Garden
- Hike to Hattebergfossen waterfall
- Experience local cider tasting
- Anchorage
- Rosendal Marina
- Dining
- Rosendal Fjordhotel Restaurant
- DAY 03
Eidfjord
Continue deeper into the Hardangerfjord to Eidfjord, a gateway to the Hardangervidda plateau. From here, a short excursion takes you to the impressive Vøringsfossen waterfall, one of Norway's most spectacular natural wonders.
- Visit Vøringsfossen waterfall
- Explore Hardangervidda Nature Centre
- Hike around Kjeåsen Mountain Farm
- Kayaking in the fjord
- Anchorage
- Eidfjord Harbour
- Dining
- Fjell & Fjord Hotell Restaurant
- DAY 04
Flåm
Sail into the Aurlandsfjord, an arm of the mighty Sognefjord, to reach Flåm. This charming village is famous for the Flåm Railway, a stunning scenic train journey through dramatic valleys and mountains.
- Ride the Flåm Railway
- Visit the Flåm Railway Museum
- Brewery visit at Ægir BrewPub
- Explore Stegastein Viewpoint
- Anchorage
- Flåm Marina
- Dining
- Fretheim Hotel Restaurant
- DAY 05
Gudvangen
From Flåm, cruise through the narrow and dramatic Nærøyfjord, another UNESCO site, to Gudvangen. This fjord is renowned for its steep mountainsides, hanging valleys, and cascading waterfalls. You feel truly immersed in the raw Norwegian landscape.
- Cruise through Nærøyfjord
- Visit the Viking Valley in Gudvangen
- Kayaking or RIB boat tour
- Hike to a viewpoint
- Anchorage
- Gudvangen Harbour
- Dining
- Café Perlen
- DAY 06
Balestrand
Continue further into the Sognefjord, the longest and deepest fjord in Norway, to the idyllic village of Balestrand. Known for its distinct Swiss chalet-style architecture and artistic heritage, it offers a peaceful and charming atmosphere.
- Visit St. Olaf's Church
- Explore the Norwegian Museum of Travel and Tourism
- Walk along the fjord promenade
- Visit the local art galleries
- Anchorage
- Balestrand Harbour
- Dining
- Kviknes Hotel Restaurant
- DAY 07
Førde
Your Norway Fjords yacht charter concludes in Førde, a regional centre at the mouth of the Førdefjord. Before disembarking, enjoy a final stroll or visit the Sunnfjord Museum, offering insights into local history and culture.
- Visit Sunnfjord Museum
- Explore the Førde Church
- Walk along the Jølstra river
- Enjoy local shopping
- Anchorage
- Førde Marina
- Dining
- Scandic Sunnfjord Hotel & Spa Restaurant
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