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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Olden Lake
Local guide
Sightseeing tour
Briksdal Glacier
Hotel pickup and drop-off
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.
Reviews
424 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Don’t miss this tour.
Dale B,
Aug 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was an amazing excursion. Lulu was our guide and she did an incredible job. She explained things that the bus drove by. This was a double decker bus. On the hike every step you took was gorgeous. The waterfalls and river were torrential but beautiful. The glacier itself was so amazing. It was just above a beautiful lake filled with glacial water. The trail was paved and quite easy.
Despite the weather,...
Bruce G,
Aug 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Despite the weather, rain, it was a great adventure, walking up to see the glacier. Be prepared to get wet at the waterfall halfway up.
Great excursion.
Amanda W,
Aug 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great excursion to the Briksdal Glacier. Amazing views all around. Quite an easy walk on sealed roads. Tour guide was fantastic, as is usually the case with Viator.
Great tour of the Briksdal Glacier in Olden
Keith V,
Aug 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00My wife and I took the Briksdal Glacier tour in Olden through Viator as one of our cruise stops, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. Our tour guide did a fantastic job providing background and interesting facts about Olden as we made our way to the trailhead for Briksdal Glacier. The hike itself takes about an hour, give or take 15 minutes depending on your pace. There are a few stretches that give your calves a workout, but the effort is absolutely worth it. Along the way, you’ll pass a stunning waterfall that’s both powerful and refreshing, expect to get a little misted as you walk by! Once you hit the waterfall, you’re about halfway there. At the top, you’re rewarded with breathtaking views of the glacier spilling into a crystal-clear aqua blue lake filled with floating ice. The 360-degree scenery throughout the hike is simply picturesque, it’s hard not to stop every few steps to take photos or videos. If you enjoy hiking and are physically able, I highly recommend doing the walk. For those who prefer a less strenuous option, there are “troll cars” available that can drive most of the way up. Our guide also made a photo stop at Olden Lake, which offered a spectacular view of the glacier in the background, a perfect bonus. This was truly a memorable trip, and I would highly recommend it to anyone cruising to or visiting the area!
Walking to the glacier
James P,
Jul 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00The walk is strenuous, but the troll tram makes it accessible to all. The walking path can be challenging, but you can also walk along the tram roadway which is paved.
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