Chasing Mist: A Journey Aboard Norway’s Historic Sognefjord Ferry

To navigate the dramatic fjords of western Norway, skip the high-speed modern hydrofoils and seek out the historic green mail ferries. Heated by a low rumble diesel engine, these older vessels offer a spectacular view from wooden deck chairs.

We stand under freezing mist as the ferry sails deep into narrow stone crevices. Here, the sheer scale of the mountains silences any inner modern chatter. We witness quiet villages tucked into grassy slopes, completely disconnected from roads.

Step ashore at tiny rustic ports, rent handcarved wooden rowboats, and enjoy fresh wild cloudberry tarts baked by local residents.