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• False Advertising— Not a fjord Tour

  Andrew M,

  Jul 5, 2025

  - Viator

  1.00

  This tour was a major letdown. The itinerary claims you’ll spend about 1 hour and 20 minutes on the bus across five scenic stops—but the reality is over 5 hours on the bus and only about 90 minutes off at three actual stops. It’s marketed as a fjord tour, but you never really experience the fjords. I would have much rather spent my time and money on the water, actually surrounded by the fjord landscape. The “ferry ride” is less than 10 minutes long. You’re told you can step off the bus for five minutes—but if you’re not back in time, the bus leaves without you. There’s nothing to see while sitting inside the bus during the ferry crossing, and no commentary or direction from the guide about what you’re looking at. Stop 1: The “Orchard” Don’t let the itinerary fool you—there’s no orchard tour and no exploration. After a 3+ hour drive, you’re dropped off at a café that only serves cider, a slice of cake and coffee/tea with just 50 minutes, not the two hours promised. There is no lunch option all day. If you’re not among the first off the bus, good luck getting a seat or any cake. My family of eight was told by the cider maker that if we wanted seats, we should’ve exited the bus first. When we asked about allergens, no help was offered. The staff were dismissive and rude, which unfortunately became a theme throughout the day. This stop was overcrowded, rushed, and deeply underwhelming. Stop 2: Steinsdalsfossen Waterfall The itinerary said we’d have 30 minutes to enjoy the waterfall and walk behind it. As we got off the bus, the guide announced we only had 15 minutes. When I asked how we were supposed to enjoy the stop or complete the short hike in that time, the guide publicly ridiculed me, then begrudgingly gave us an extra five minutes. Once back on the bus, he again called us out and told the group we were now “running late.” It then became clear that we would not be stopping in the village of Øystese as promised, nor at any scenic viewpoints of the Hardangerfjord. When we asked the driver, he said we had “plenty of time” to take photos from the bus during the 3+ hours drive to the orchard cafe. Despite hours of commentary, the guide never once mentioned where to look for fjord views or when to have your camera ready. Stop 3: Fossen Bratte This final stop was off the beaten path and surprisingly beautiful—honestly, the best part of the day. But again, stop times were shorter than expected. Also, access is not mobility-friendly. The path is unpaved, muddy, and steep—dangerous for anyone with balance or mobility concerns. No warning was given about this in advance. Final Thoughts While the guide was knowledgeable and offered constant information, the attitude, inaccuracy, and lack of scenic engagement made this tour incredibly frustrating. This is not a fjord tour. It’s a long drive to a café and two waterfalls, with minimal opportunity to actually experience the natural beauty Bergen is known for. If you’re comfortable with narrow, winding roads (think: foggy Road to Hana), rent a car, do your research, and tour the region at your own pace. I traveled all the way to Bergen hoping to see stunning fjord landscapes—and left feeling like I’d seen more from a slideshow. I could’ve saved money and just Googled it. Lastly, from the start, it was clear the tone would be off. Early in the day, the guide stated he “wasn’t a feminist” and proceeded to make repeated comments about women belonging in the home. He concluded the tour by telling the women on the bus to leave their men alone when they get home because coming home from work is like “returning from the hunt.” These kinds of remarks were sexist, outdated, and completely inappropriate for a professional setting. In addition to the gender-based comments, the guide made several jokes about Chinese people and repeatedly claimed that “Norway is better than every other country.” It went from light commentary to uncomfortable nationalism and cultural insensitivity. This behavior was not only unprofessional but made my entire group uncomfortable—and it certainly overshadowed any historical or cultural information he shared. Ratings: • Apple Orchard Experience: 1/5 • Guide: 1/5 (informative but insensitive and dismissive) • Driver: 5/5 • Tour Accuracy vs. Itinerary: 0/5 • Overall Value: 0/5 Do yourself a favor: skip this tour. I would love a refund.

• Great experience

  David L,

  Jun 30, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  We had a very knowledgeable guide. She was great and very friendly. The scenery was absolutely beautiful. We had a very good experience. I highly recommend it.

• Great tour

  markrguillet,

  Jun 26, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  Water falls were great. Guide was wonderful and the bus driver was also wonderful. The apple pie is to die for.

• Great tour along the fjord.

  Bonita R,

  Jun 11, 2025

  - Viator

  4.00

  We thought there was a boat tour of the fjord however we did enjoy what it was. The bus was very clean and Anita was a very good bus driver! Maria our tour guide was knowledgeable about the history of the area and had a great sense of humour!

• Generally it's good....

  Dennis Z,

  Jun 9, 2025

  - Viator

  3.00

  Generally it's good. However, I wish there could be more stops to see the fjords, and we sit too long on the bus.