Private Tour

Private Oslofjord Island Hopping Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

This is a perfect ooportunity to spend a spectacular day of Island Hopping. Learn what makes Oslofjord so special on a private tour! We will visit both the islands of Hovedøya and Nakholmen, which each have their own unique charm and history. Monastery Ruins, Viewpoints, Beaches, Charming Coastal Cottages, Military and Cultural History are just a few of the things you will see and learn about on this tour. If you are joining us in the summer months, feel free to bring your bathing suit if your fancy a swim! At the end of the trip, opt to stay in the modern area of Aker Brygge and explore on your own, or hop back aboard the tram and follow your guide to the meeting point where you started the day.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

This tour takes about 4 hours including public transportation. The walking distance is around 3 km.

Children must be accompanied by at least 1 adult. Recommended minimum age for children is 10 + years old.

Reasonable standard of fitness required. Comfortable shoes and weather appropriate clothing is required

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Hovedoya

Your journey kicks off near Backstube Opera cafe right next to Oslo Central Station. After a quick briefing, we’ll hop aboard an **electric tram—"trikk," as the locals call it—**and glide through the vibrant city streets to Aker Brygge, Oslo’s buzzing waterfront district. With its trendy restaurants, stylish shops, and breath-taking views of the Oslo Fjord, it’s the perfect launch point for our unforgettable island-hopping experience! In just 10 minutes, we’ll reach Hovedøya, an island where history and nature collide. Wander through the hauntingly beautiful ruins of a 12th-century monastery, explore scenic forest trails, and soak in stunning fjord views. And if you’re feeling adventurous, take a refreshing dip at one of Hovedøya’s tranquil beaches—just don’t forget your swimsuit!

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Next, we’ll ferry over to Nakholmen, a charming island known for its picturesque coastal cottages—a beloved weekend retreat for Oslo locals. As we cruise past several other islands, you’ll get a glimpse of authentic Norwegian island life, where colorful cabins line the shores and locals embrace the slow, scenic pace of the fjord.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Tram and Ferry Tickets

Experienced Local Guide

Food and Drinks

Options

Private Oslofjord Island Hopping Tour

Reviews

4.50

8 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Terrific informative friendly tour.
Joanne M,,Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Local guide with a great understanding of the area. Aside from excellent information during our tour we got many great suggestions for how to spend the rest of our time in Oslo
Island hopping with Kristi
Barbara B,,Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Kirsti was a great guide with so much information! The tour was relaxed yet informative, saw some scenic areas I would not have seen otherwise.
Expensive but unique
Jessalyn O,,Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
I don’t believe it was worth the price but we did enjoy it! The tour guide was very knowledgeable and helpful. The islands were beautiful and unique. I think this trip would be a little different if it was during the summer but we really did enjoy it and learned a lot about Norway as a whole, Oslo as a city, and the surrounding islands.
Never Book with them
Roberto F,,Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00
The guide never showed up. Beware of this irresponsible company. They never responded to my texts nor the Viator operator call.
Wonderful opportunity to...
Sheila H,,Aug 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Wonderful opportunity to view Oslo from a different vantage point. We enjoyed strolling around these two small islands.
Lots of photo...
Helen W,,Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Lots of photo opportunities and good footwear required. Great having local guide to point out local points of interest.
Highly recommended.
Dawn G,,Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Was a great way to see the islands and visit local culture first hand. Our guide, Lynn, was great fun, pleasant and extremely knowledgeable about the area. Highly recommend.
This was a wonderful to...
Susie,,Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a wonderful to see a different part of Oslo. The walks in the forests on the islands were beautiful and peaceful and we learned so much about Oslo, and Norway’s history with our excellent guide.