Olden Through the Ages Guided Walking Tour
- 2h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover the rich history and scenic beauty of Olden on this guided walking tour, starting right from the port of Olden. Stroll along the picturesque Olden River, visiting historic churches and traditional farms while learning about the area's Viking heritage and the influence of American artist William Singer. This small-group tour allows ample time for questions and photographs, making it a perfect way to connect with the local culture and landscape. Enjoy a local snack and water, with plenty of scenic stops along the way. - Guided walk through Olden village, starting from the cruise port - Scenic views of Olden River, Nordfjord, and traditional wooden houses - Small group experience with local storytelling and insights - Duration: 2 hours, suitable for ages 6 and up, with a comfortable pace
Inclusions
What's included
- Light local snack such as chocolate, nuts or apples and a bottle of still water
Itinerary
Visit Olden Old Church, a distinctive white wooden church built in 1759 on a historic church site dating back to the Middle Ages. Learn about its traditional architecture and its importance to generations of local families. Entry is subject to the church being open.
Walk beside the clear, glacial Olden River and enjoy views of the surrounding mountains, farms and village landscape. Stop in a peaceful location for water and a light local snack while hearing about nature and everyday life in Olden.
See Olden New Church, completed in 1934 after the historic church became too small for the local congregation. Compare the two churches and learn how Olden preserved its historic church while creating a new place of worship for the growing community.
Visit the exterior of Singerheimen, the historic Olden residence of American artist William Henry Singer Jr. and his wife Anna. Hear about their life in Norway, William’s landscape paintings and the couple’s lasting contribution to the Olden community. You may enter the house for an additional fee when it's open.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- We are based directly in Olden cruise port, only a 2-minute flat walk from your ship. When you disembark, follow the waterfront path—you’ll see Olden Active Basecamp beside Mølla Restaurant. No transport needed.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 10 travellers
- Operated by
- Olden Active
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility problems
How it compares in Skjolden
- Its from-price is 82% below the median of the 45 experiences we list in Skjolden.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Skjolden
Skjolden is a quiet village at the head of the Lustrafjord, an arm of the Sognefjord, with high mountains, glaciers and the Sognefjellet road.
Skjolden lies at the innermost end of the Lustrafjord, itself a branch of the Sognefjord, Norway's longest fjord, with steep mountainsides rising on every side. It is a small village of a few hundred people, with a pier, a church, and farms on the lake and fjord shores. The philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein came here to think and write in the early twentieth century, and later had a hut built above the lake.
