Public Nature Walks: Island Hopping in Oslo

Please note that from April-August this tour is 4-4.5 hours long and we visit 3 islands. From September-March, this tour is 3-3.5 hours long and we visit 2 or 3 islands depending on the weather and the ferry boat schedule.

Oslo has loads to offer, and one of the best ways to explore the city and its surroundings is by visiting the islands scattered across the archipelago. Viking Biking’s island hopping tour takes you around the best spots in the city, including historical landmarks, topaz shaded fjords, and flower-covered islands that look straight out of a fairytale!

Begin your day of island hopping at the ferry terminal downtown, at ‘Rådhusbrygge’ 4, where you'll hop on a public ferry with your guide and set sail!

You'll vsiti the island of Høvedøya, which holds historical significance, with an abbey on site dating back to 800 years, as well as city remains from the 19th century. A tour guide will escort you around the island, telling you all about the island’s significance.

You'll set off once more to the island of Gressholmen, where you can fly back in time as you set foot on the site of Norway's first airport. The island is home to a beautiful nature reserve, where you can walk amoungst the trees and hear bird song as you stroll along the paths.

You will visit on the cabin islands nestled in the Oslo fjord, either Bleikøya, Lindøya, or Nakkholmen. These are home to brilliant summer villages decorated with vibrant painted wooden houses. Here you can take a lovely walk on the flower-covered trails all over the islands and let the serenity envelop you.

Make sure you carry your swimsuit as there will be time to take a dip in the sun-kissed waters of the fjord. After a quick stop for lunch, the final ferry ride of the day will take you to the city centre, some of the most stunning views surrounding you as the boat nears the harbour in Oslo.

• Hop on and off from ferries as you explore beautiful islands such as Høvedøy
• Go for a quick swim in the warm blue waters of the Oslofjord
• Go hiking in coastal forests and experience nature like never before

You are encouraged to carry a towel and swimsuit so you can comfortably swim in the fjord. We reccommend you bring your own lunch, but weather and schedule depending you may purchase snacks from one of the shops along the way.

• Entertaining & Knowledgeable Guides
• Ticket for the public ferries