Norwegian Fjords Cruise Holidays

The Norwegian Fjords is an astounding landscape made of many narrow deep seas, framed by dramatic mountainous land. The Norwegian fjords were created by moving glaciers over a period of 2.5 million years – Mother Nature certainly took her time to make these marvels. 

This breathtaking region is a bucket-list destination for many as it offers such a wealth of experiences; from adventurous pursuits like mountain hiking and kayaking, to visiting Viking sites, and savouring the tasty local delicacies - waffles and ice cream, yes please! 

Tumbling waterfalls that you can almost touch, majestic mountains that seem to rise higher and higher, and oh-so serene waterways. A Norway Fjords cruise is a perfect holiday destination.  And ‘Fjord’ is in fact an ancient Viking term related to the phrase ‘where you travel across’ and the word ‘ferry’ – so the fjords for centuries have been central to the story of sea travel. 

The fjords in Norway are chock-full with exciting things to see and do. Here’s a suggestion of what you might enjoy: come face-to-face with the crowning glory of Olden’s landscape – the mighty Briksdal Glacier; visit a farmstead and learn to cook local dishes; kayak amidst the dramatic scenery of UNESCO listed Geirangerfjord; and breathe in the freshest air at one of the many vertiginous viewpoints, whilst taking in the epic sweeping scenery – and that’s just for starters.

The weather in the Norwegian Fjords can be quite changeable – the Norwegians even have a saying: “There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes.” We’d recommend planning for all weather; tops, jumpers, coats and maybe an umbrella!

During the summer, you could also bring t-shirts, shorts, jeans and perhaps a light jacket and definitely some walking shoes so that you can explore all the magical sights.

Depending on the dress code on board, you have two choices of what to pack for the evenings. Nights where the dress code is Evening Casual, you can pack your best shirts, dresses and smart, dark denim. For nights where the dress code is Black Tie, make sure to pack your best tux, suit or cocktail dress.

There are some venues on each ship where dress codes don’t apply, so make sure to check your Horizon paper that’s delivered to your cabin each day to check where these are, as they vary ship by ship. For those travelling on family-friendly ships, dress codes also don’t apply to children aged 12 and under. 

The food of Norway is very much of its surroundings; the mountains, rivers, ocean and raw materials available have shaped traditional Norwegian cuisine. Local meats, grains and vegetables are readily available along with some of the most incredible seafood. If you fancy breaking bread with a local, or enjoying access to little known foodie haunts, check out our foodie shore experiences available to view in My P&O Cruises once you have made your booking.

The weather in Fjord Norway is known to be particularly changeable, regardless of the season. However you’ll of course still experience seasonal variances. During the springtime it begins to warm up and is particularly beautiful and bountiful with the fruit trees in full blossom. During the summer, the days are long and you can experience highs of 25ºC. The days get shorter and cooler in the autumn with the chance of rain at its greatest, and in the winter months it’s at its coldest and snowiest.  

Days are generally bright and long in the summertime - perfect for enjoying all of the region’s natural beauty. During the summer months the Norwegians enjoy spending as much time outdoors revitalising. Most of the snow in the mountains has melted away, so it makes hiking and cycling the terrain all the more easier. In the towns people like to relax with al fresco drinks and barbecues – you’ll find specialties of grilled fish, pork chops and potato salad. 

As we visit the Norwegian Fjords in the summer months it is highly unlikely that you’ll see the Northern Lights, but fear not, you’ve a chance to spot the mesmerising phenomenon on our winter holidays to Norway. 

Visas aren’t required for a Norway Fjords holidays with us on stays shorter than 90 days. However you’ll need to ensure that your passport is valid for at least six months beyond the period of stay. Further official travel advice can be found on the government website: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/norway/entry-requirements

The Norwegian Fjords are only one hour ahead of the UK.

Norwegian Krone (NOK)

The Norwegian Fjords are dotted with picture-perfect towns, and with us you can explore the local cultures and scenery of: Bergen, Stavanger, Skjolden, Olden, Ålesund, Åndalsnes, Geiranger, Haugesund, Hellesylt, Kristiansund, Kristiansand, Trondheim and Nordfjordeid.  

Norwegian is spoken in the Norwegian Fjords. It’s a descendant of Old Norse - the common language of the peoples of the Viking Era.  

With us, you can enjoy a spell-binding holiday of 7-12 nights on a Norway Fjords cruise. So how long do you fancy? 

Fly-cruises aren’t available, but you can take a leisurely sailing from Southampton with us. Sailing from Southampton affords you the luxury of holiday relaxation as soon as you board your ship. Bliss.   

There are a staggering 1,190 fjords in Norway and the Svalbard islands - we simply can’t sail through all of them, but you’re sure to experience many of the highlights.

The breathtaking Norwegian fjords that you can visit include: Sunnylvsfjorden, Geirangerfjord, Innvikfjorden, Storfjorden, Nordfjord and Romsdalsfjord.

The Norwegian Fjords are beautiful throughout the year, but we think especially so in the bright spring and summer months. Sail with us from April to September to enjoy blooming wildflower meadows and long summer days.