{"id":3302,"date":"2026-07-23T10:37:09","date_gmt":"2026-07-23T10:37:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bookhardanger.com\/?post_type=product&#038;p=3302"},"modified":"2026-07-24T09:58:34","modified_gmt":"2026-07-24T09:58:34","slug":"ulvik-waterfall-sightseeing-tour","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.bookhardanger.com\/no\/produkter\/ulvik-waterfall-sightseeing-tour\/","title":{"rendered":"Ulvik waterfall sightseeing tour"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Highlights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Scenic coach round trip along the Ulvikfjord, Osafjord and Hardangerfjord, with views of the iconic Hardanger Bridge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Around 30 minutes at Skjervsfossen waterfall, where you can experience the falls up close \u2013 and even enjoy a refreshing shower from the spray if you wish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spectacular drive through the beautiful Espelandsdalen valley, passing mountain lakes and waterfalls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Photo stop at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking Ulvik, the fjord and the surrounding mountains<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optional stop along the Fruit and Cider Route where you can get off the bus to visit local cider farms before enjoying a scenic walk back to the harbour (the farms are approximately 2.9 km, 2.3 km and 1.9 km from the cruise ship)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bookhardanger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Skjervsfossen-waterfall-Ulvik-spring-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Two persons in front of a waterfall, showered by the waterfall.\" class=\"wp-image-3323\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bookhardanger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Skjervsfossen-waterfall-Ulvik-spring-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bookhardanger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Skjervsfossen-waterfall-Ulvik-spring-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bookhardanger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Skjervsfossen-waterfall-Ulvik-spring-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bookhardanger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Skjervsfossen-waterfall-Ulvik-spring-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bookhardanger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Skjervsfossen-waterfall-Ulvik-spring.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Skjervsfossen waterfall<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your journey begins with a scenic drive from Ulvik, following the shores of the Ulvikfjord and Osafjord before joining the Hardangerfjord, with wonderful views of the iconic Hardanger Bridge along the way. After travelling through the Vallavik Tunnel, you&#8217;ll arrive at the spectacular Skjervsfossen waterfall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ll have around 30 minutes to explore this impressive natural attraction. A short walk of approximately 100\u2013150 metres takes you right to the foot of the waterfall, where you can admire the rushing water from close range and experience <em>The Shower<\/em> \u2013 a specially designed viewing area that lets you feel the full force of the waterfall. If there&#8217;s been heavy rainfall, don&#8217;t be surprised if you get a little wet!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After 30 minutes, the coach will be waiting at the same place to continue the journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Espelandsdalen and Espelandsdalen waterfall<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The tour continues through the beautiful Espelandsdalen Valley, a peaceful landscape of mountain lakes, rivers and cascading waterfalls, including views of the impressive Espelandsfossen waterfall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The road through the valley, completed in 1901, was the first land route connecting Ulvik with the surrounding region, allowing local people to travel without relying on boats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ulvik viewpoint<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before descending back to the village, we&#8217;ll stop at a spectacular viewpoint high above Ulvik. From here you can enjoy panoramic views across the village, the fjord, orchards and surrounding mountains \u2013 a perfect opportunity for photographs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bookhardanger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Syse-Gard_Marius-Haugsdal_05-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Fjord landscape with an apple farm.\" class=\"wp-image-465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bookhardanger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Syse-Gard_Marius-Haugsdal_05-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bookhardanger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Syse-Gard_Marius-Haugsdal_05-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bookhardanger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Syse-Gard_Marius-Haugsdal_05-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bookhardanger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Syse-Gard_Marius-Haugsdal_05-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bookhardanger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Syse-Gard_Marius-Haugsdal_05.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The fruit and cider route \u00a9 Marius Haugsdal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The fruit and cider route&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the return journey, the coach follows the picturesque Fruit and Cider Route, passing orchards and traditional cider farms that have made Hardanger famous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We recommend getting off the coach here to visit one or more of the cider farms before enjoying a leisurely walk back to the harbour. The walk offers beautiful views across the fjord and takes you through the heart of Ulvik&#8217;s fruit-growing landscape. The three farms are located approximately 2.9 km, 2.3 km and 1.9 km from the cruise ship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Schedule 28.07 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tour 1<\/strong><br>10:00 Departure from Brakanes hotel at the harbour<br>10:40 Skjervsfossen waterfall <br>11:10 Dep. waterfall <br>11:50 Ulvik viewpoint <br>12:05 Fruit and cider route <br>Visit the farms and walk back to the ship or:<br>12:20 Arrival Brakanes hotel at the harbour<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tour 2<\/strong><br>13:00 Departure from Brakanes hotel at the harbour<br>13:40 Skjervsfossen waterfall <br>14:10 Dep. waterfall <br>14:50 Ulvik viewpoint <br>15:05 Fruit and cider route <br>15:20 Arrival Brakanes hotel at the harbour<br>Or: get off the coach and visit the fruit and cider route<br>16:00 Bus from the farms<br>16:15 Arrival Brakanes hotel at the harbour<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get closer to nature at Skjervsfossen. 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