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Oslo Island Hopping: Explore Hovedøya and Nakholmen
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30 Ratings
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Embark on Oslo’s electric ferries for an unforgettable day of island hopping. Discover the inner harbor of the Oslofjord and enjoy this distinctive aspect of Norway’s capital!
Embark on Oslo’s electric ferries for an unforgettable day of island hopping. Discover the inner harbor of the Oslofjord and enjoy this distinctive aspect of Norway’s capital!
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Aker Brygge - Following a brief orientation, participants will board an electric tram—referred to as “trikk” by the locals—and smoothly travel through the lively city streets to Aker Brygge, Oslo’s bustling waterfront area. With its chic restaurants, fashionable shops, and stunning views of the Oslo Fjord, it serves as the ideal starting point for…
- Aker Brygge - Following a brief orientation, participants will board an electric tram—referred to as “trikk” by the locals—and smoothly travel through the lively city streets to Aker Brygge, Oslo’s bustling waterfront area. With its chic restaurants, fashionable shops, and stunning views of the Oslo Fjord, it serves as the ideal starting point for the adventure!
- Hovedoya - A mere 10-minute ride on an electric ferry will bring participants to Hovedøya, an island where history and nature beautifully intertwine. Visitors can wander through the haunting ruins of a 12th-century monastery, explore picturesque forest trails, and enjoy breathtaking fjord views. For those feeling adventurous, a refreshing swim at one of Hovedøya’s serene beaches is an option—just remember to bring a swimsuit!
- Nakholmen Island - The journey continues with a ferry ride to Nakholmen, a delightful island renowned for its scenic coastal cottages—a favorite weekend getaway for Oslo residents. As the ferry passes by several other islands, participants will catch a glimpse of genuine Norwegian island life, where vibrant cabins dot the shores and locals enjoy the leisurely, scenic pace of the fjord.
- Oslofjord - After experiencing Nakholmen’s allure, participants will board the ferry back to Aker Brygge, offering one last opportunity to admire the beauty of the Oslo Fjord. Once back on land, there is the option to further explore the lively waterfront district or conclude the adventure with a pleasant tram ride back to the city center with the guide.
This is the ultimate way to discover Oslo’s island paradise, rich history, and breathtaking nature, all in one remarkable journey. Pack a swimsuit, bring a camera, and prepare for an experience that will be remembered long after leaving Norway!
What's Included
- Tram and Ferry Tickets
- In-person guide
- Tram and Ferry Tickets
- In-person guide
What's Not Included
- Brunch
- Brunch
Additional Information
- 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
- 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
Location
Kongens gate 14
Kongens gate
Our tours start at our tour center in downtown Oslo.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Clterao
Apr 11, 2026
Great way to get out of city and enjoy nature while learning about area - Lin provided an excellent tour. We learned about the city, the islands and her personal experiences summering on one of the islands we visited. It is a lot of walking at a leisurely pace
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Twinkles18
Apr 9, 2026
Delightful - This was a fun, inexpensive way to familiarize myself with the ferries and the islands. We had a small group and it was a relaxing charming way to spend the afternoon. Our guide was quite knowledgeable. Plus we got to keep the 24 hour city pass! A great deal all around.
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405rosemarys
Oct 8, 2025
Great Tour - Awesome way to see 2 of their islands and learn their history. The tour guide was great as well. Be sure to pack a snack though while on the tour in case you get hungry.
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Eileen_m
Sep 6, 2025
Peter was an excellent... - Peter was an excellent guide who managed to keep us pretty dry on a very rainy day. Very informative
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Giovannimaria_r
Aug 19, 2025
Walking in the fjord. - Non-committal excursion between the islands of the fjord.
Thanks to a sunny day, our guide made us walk between 2 islands explaining local curiosities and customs. Numerous toilets available but no breaks anywhere to refresh yourself so get a snack before you leave.
The guide speaks only English.
You can also take a dip in the sea if you want.
You don't need hiking shoes, just comfortable shoes. Thank you for the great experience.
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Gerri_w
Aug 8, 2025
fun day exploring the... - fun day exploring the islands - made it much easier having a guide who knows the area, transportation system & was very friendly,
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Roberto_s
Aug 8, 2025
Great experience. - Our guide was great! She was very easy going and answered every question. She was also very knowledgeable.
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Silvia
Aug 9, 2025
Animal experience, which can easily be done on your own. - We could just as well just bought a 24-hour ticket even for 132kr, and explored the islands at a pleasant pace. We were a small group of 4 pieces. It was told something by the guide, but had poor time on each island. Guide said that we could only be left on the islands we wanted ourselves, to get back on our own. We did, that was so much better. Then we had time for both swimming and a glass of wine on Gressholmen, before we took the boat ourselves to Nakholmen, also further back to Aker Brygge.
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Chris_f
Sep 21, 2025
It’s a hike around 2 small Islands… not what I thought it would be. - This was not as it appeared to be at the time of booking unfortunately. I thought this was going to be a boat tour through some scenic fjords with minimal walking as we were traveling with our friends who have someone that has trouble walking, but nope. This was literally hop in a ferry, get off at an island, hike around the island, hop back in the ferry and go to 1 more island and repeat. The guide was nice and knowledgeable but the experience itself was a complete let down because it was such a different experience than what the description led you to believe it would be.
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Sergio_g
Sep 4, 2025
Disappointing very outsized price. - Excessive price for walking tour and public ferry transfers with a simple zone 1 ticket. I do not recommend it at all, only 2 islands are visited. It is one thing that in Oslo it is all expensive and another thing is this very unconscionable price for walking walks, . I'm not saying it's a hoax because they don't promise much a priori, but I suggest looking for alternatives that offer better Service at much more reasonable prices.
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