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Electric Lysefjord cruise
Sail through Lysefjord on an electric catamaran. See waterfalls and Preikestolen from the water — no mountain hike.
From82€per person
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Explore Stavanger through unforgettable fjord cruises, mountain hikes and local experiences. Compare popular tours to Preikestolen, Lysefjord and beyond, and find the right experience for your trip.Fjord cruises, mountain hikes and memorable Stavanger experiences.
58.97° NGateway to LysefjordRogaland, Norway
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Stavanger is one of Norway's best bases for fjord adventures. From the city, you can cruise through Lysefjord, hike to Preikestolen or explore the fjord by RIB. Compare some of the most popular Stavanger tours below.
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Lysefjord & Preikestolen cruise
Cruise Lysefjord with Helgøy Skyssbåt. See Preikestolen from below, steep cliffs and waterfalls by boat.
From67€per person
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Lysefjord & Preikestolen by RIB
Explore Lysefjord on a fast, open RIB boat. Check age and mobility requirements before booking.
From110€per person
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Lysefjord safari with Stavanger RIB
Join Stavanger RIB for a small-group safari to Preikestolen, caves and waterfalls. Explore the fjord with a skipper-guide.
From129€per person
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Preikestolen with a local guide
Hike to the Preikestolen plateau with a local guide and transport from Stavanger. Be ready for a demanding walk.
From148€per person
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Hybrid Lysefjord cruise
Explore Lysefjord aboard Brim Explorer’s hybrid-electric ship, with indoor lounges, outdoor decks and views of Preikestolen and waterfalls.
From74€per person
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Preikestolen Tours
Hike to the famous Pulpit Rock and look out across Lysefjord from a viewpoint 604 metres above the fjord.
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Lysefjord Cruises
See waterfalls, steep mountains and Preikestolen from the water on a fjord cruise departing from Stavanger.
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RIB Tours
Combine fjord scenery with an open-air, small-group RIB adventure.
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Best Things to Do in Stavanger
Walk through the white wooden streets of Old Stavanger, explore the colourful city centre or visit the Norwegian Petroleum Museum.
Beyond the city, you can hike Preikestolen, explore Kjerag or take a RIB safari into Lysefjord.
Discover the best things to do in Stavanger →Preikestolen: the view above the fjord
Preikestolen rises 604 metres above Lysefjord. The standard hike is approximately eight kilometres return, with around 500 metres of ascent.
Allow roughly four hours on the trail, plus transport, breaks and time at the viewpoint. Compare guided hikes and plan your journey to the trailhead.
Explore Preikestolen tours →Lysefjord from the water
See waterfalls, cliffs and Preikestolen from below on a Lysefjord cruise. Choose a sheltered sightseeing boat or an open-air RIB ride to suit your group.
Compare Lysefjord cruises →Visiting Stavanger on a Cruise?
Central Stavanger’s historic streets are close to the harbour. Check your assigned quay and the walking route from your ship.
Choose a city walk, a Lysefjord cruise or a RIB safari that fits your time ashore. Always plan around your ship’s all-aboard time and leave a generous return buffer.
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How to visit Preikestolen
How to reach the trail and plan your hiking day
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Where ships dock and what fits your time ashore
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Before you book
Weather changes the plan
Fjord and mountain conditions can differ from the city. Keep one outdoor day movable where possible.
Schedules are seasonal
Recheck live departures, return transport and meeting points for your exact date.
A guide does not remove the climb
Preikestolen and Kjerag still demand fitness, equipment and judgement.
Cruise calls need a buffer
Plan from all-aboard time and verify how the operator handles delays.
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Popular choices include Lysefjord sightseeing cruises, guided hikes to Preikestolen, RIB safaris and city tours. The right option depends on how much time you have and whether you prefer hiking, sightseeing or a more adventurous experience.
Yes. Stavanger is one of the main bases for visiting Preikestolen. The trailhead is around a 40-minute drive from Stavanger, and guided tours and transport options are available. The hike itself is approximately eight kilometres return and usually takes around four hours.
Lysefjord is the main fjord experience from Stavanger. Traditional sightseeing cruises suit travellers who want a relaxed trip, while RIB tours offer a faster and more adventurous way to explore the fjord.
Yes. Stavanger's cruise harbour is close to the historic centre, making Old Stavanger and central attractions easy to reach on foot. Fjord cruises and other excursions can also be suitable for cruise passengers depending on the ship's schedule.
Two to three days gives most visitors enough time to explore the city and add at least one major nature experience such as Preikestolen or Lysefjord. Staying longer makes it easier to add Kjerag or other day trips.