Starting from Eidfjord quay, our bus first takes you to the Norwegian Nature Center Hardanger full of interactive exhibitions celebrating the Norwegian nature, climate and environment.
Continuing with a winding and steep drive up Måbødalen valley, the last stop on the tour is Vøringsfossen waterfall. With a dramatic fall of 182 m (597 ft), the true beauty of Vøringsfossen is hard to put into words.
At the end the bus returns you to Eidfjord.
Viewing platform
Get as close as never before to the fierce powers of Voringsfossen waterfall. The viewing platform is partly suspended beyond the mountain cliffs so you can get a unique perspective of both the waterfall and the winding Måbødalen valley down below.
Audio guide
On this tour you will hear lots of facts and interesting history about the attractions along the way. The commentary will be announced on speakers on board the bus. Lean back and listen up!
Norwegian Nature Centre Hardanger
Included in this trip is a ticket to the nature centre. Travel through time from 2.9 billion years ago up until today! With use of interactive exhibitions, fossils, videos and aquariums the centre lets you experience the nature found in the national park
Vøringsfossen waterfall
Every second large volumes of water cascade down the 182metres drop from Hardangervidda mountain plateau into the Måbødalen valley. Voringsfossen is not the largest waterfall in Norway, but it is among the most visited.
Måbødalen bus tour
The road from Eidfjord up to the Hardangervidda mountain plateau goes through the Måbødalen valley. From a comfortable seat on the bus you get a good view of the climb up the steep valley consisting of winding roads through tunnels and tight turns.
Fossli Hotel
All the materials for constructing the Art Nouveau style hotel built in the late 1800s close to Vørinsfossen, had to be carried on horseback from Eidfjord up to the top of the hill. The hotel has been family owned for 4 generations.
Panoramic film
Experience the Hardangerfjord and the Hardanger mountain plateau with a 225 degree panoramic film filled with thrilling helicopter dives above deep canyons and breathtaking waterfalls.
Itinerary for Vøringsfossen Sightseeing Tour
11:45
Bus to Norwegian Nature Center
Eidfjord Pier
12:00
Visit Norwegian Nature Center
Norwegian Nature Center
13:15
Bus to Vøringsfossen
Norwegian Nature Center
13:30
Photo stop at Vøringsfossen
Vøringsfossen
14:10
Bus to Eidfjord
Vøringsfossen
14:30
Arrival in Eidfjord
Eidfjord Pier
Prices from 690,- NOK
Important on this trip
Clothing
Bring a windproof jacket, hat and scarf in case of wind and cold temperatures. Extra clothing is recommended in case the weather turns.
Food
No meals are included in your ticket.
Food and drinks can be purchased at the cafe located at the Norwegian Nature Center and sometimes at a small kiosk at Fossli Hotel (irregular opening hours).
Meeting Point
The bus departs from right next to the pier in Eidfjord - in front of the tourist information. It is clearly marked with Go Fjords.