What you'll do
Our 2 week West fjord and central Norway itinerary, arriving with the ferry in Stavanger and leaving with the ferry in Kristiansand. The pace of this itinerary is quite high, but ideal if you want to see as much as possible in 2 weeks. It is a good change from brisk hikes and beautiful waterfalls. Everything the west fjords have to offer is included in this route!
Day 1
The first day start with a tough hike to Preikestolen, one of the most beautiful viewpoints in Norway. Try to leave as early as possible to avoid the crowds. If you return early, you can rest in the afternoon before heading to the next place.
Preikestolen
Hike
One of the most iconic landmarks in Norway
Preikestolen or Pulpit rock is a cliff that rises 604 meters above the Lysefjord. It is one of the most iconic natural landmarks in Norway and is over 10.000 years old. Also the hike to this amazing scenery is breathtaking and will reward you with the most incredible views over the Lysefjord. The hike to Preikestolen is around 4km, so the total hike is 8km. You will have to ascend in total 500 meters to reach the top.