The Coastal Express

• Discover the area around Geirangerfjord

• Experience travelling Eagle Road and Trollstigen Pass

• Visit Gudbrands Gorge sculpted by the Valldøla River

• Enjoy a delicious dinner at a hotel in Molde

• Disembarking port: Landing is by tender boat, and getting on and off the boat requires a certain degree of mobility

• Embarking port: Molde 

• Available period: 1 Jun - 31 Aug

• Transportation: Boat/Bus

• Meals: Coffee/tea, roll, pancake, and dinner

• Clothes: Comfortable shoes and warm clothing

• Please note that only excursion participants go ashore in Geiranger

Explore the landscape around the village of Geiranger and enjoy panoramic views of UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord on this excursion. You’ll begin with a bus drive up winding Ørneveien (Eagle Road), all the while taking in the magnificent scenery en route to Eidsdalsvatnet Lake. From there, you’ll descend back to sea level to take a picturesque ferry ride from Eidsdal to Linge.

Back on dry land, we pass through stark, high-alpine areas to Gudbrandsjuvet (Gudbrands Gorge). The Valldøla River rushes through this five-metre narrow ravine, some 25 metres high. You’ll see that the water has carved out deep potholes and intricate rock formations.

We’ll then go to another highlight of this trip: the series of 11 hairpin bends down steep Trollstigen Pass. At the bottom, it’s time for a hot drink and a bite to eat before we continue to the gentler landscape of Romsdalsfjord. The excursion finishes with a sumptuous dinner in Molde before you embark your ship again.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Discover the town Ålesund and learn about its fascinating history

• See a range of charming Art Nouveau buildings throughout the town

• Stop at the gallery of local artist Helge Bjørnsen for a signed watercolour print

• Visit Jugendstilsenteret, a museum and national centre for Art Nouveau

• Embarking/disembarking port: Ålesund

• Available period: 1 Nov - 31 March, except 24-26, 31 Dec, 1 Jan

• Clothes: Hiking shoes, warm and windproof clothing

Let’s take a trip around the beautiful town of Ålesund and take in its captivating architecture. After a fire devastated the town in 1904, it was completely rebuilt in the Art Nouveau style, which is characterised by highly ornamental decoration.  

We’ll begin at the pier, where our guide will lead us on a stroll through the streets of this enchanting town. You’ll visit the picturesque fishing harbour of Brosundet and Apotekertorget Square where a bronze statue of a fisher boy stands proudly.  

From the attractive shopping street, take a moment to stop at the gallery of talented local born artist, Helge Bjørnsen. Select one of his complimentary signed prints to take home with you.  

It’s then time to call in at the museum and national centre for Art Nouveau, Jugendstilsenteret. An eclectic collection of interiors, furniture, and other Art-Nouveau inspired objects will give you a fascinating insight into the history of this unique style of art.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Explore the city of Trondheim and learn more about its culture and history

• Visit the beautiful Nidaros Cathedral, Norway’s national shrine

• Enjoy a guided tour and receive a book about the cathedral

• Admire the view of the city from Utsikten viewpoint

• Embarking/disembarking port: Trondheim

• Available period: 03 Sep - 02 Apr, except 24 Dec

• Transportation: Bus

• Clothes: Comfortable shoes and warm clothing

• Guiding will take place outside the cathedral and in the museum on Sundays and bank holidays due to the church service

• Photography is not permitted inside Nidaros Cathedral

Welcome to the original capital of Norway! Founded as early as 997, Trondheim has been marked by a variety of eras. As you explore the city, look out for well-preserved colourful wharves and a 19th century wooden bridge with distinctive red archways in the Bakklandet district. Our guide will tell you more about the city’s history as the bus takes us through Trondheim’s streets and boroughs. We’ll make a short stop at Utsikten to admire the city from above.  

A trip to Trondheim wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the impressive Nidaros Cathedral. Built over the burial place of St. Olav, the patron saint of Norway, the construction of this enormous building began back in 1070. After a guided tour around the cathedral, you’ll likely understand why many describe it as the most beautiful religious building in Norway. You’ll receive your own copy of a book about the cathedral to take home as a souvenir.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• See and learn more about the city of Trondheim

• Visit beautiful Nidaros Cathedral, Norway’s national shrine

• Explore Ringve Museum and learn more about Norwegian music history

• Admire the botanical gardens surrounding the museum

• Embarking/disembarking port: Trondheim

• Available: 3 Apr - 02 Sep

• Transport: Bus

• Clothes: Comfortable shoes are advised as Ringve Museum has many stairs

• If visiting on Sundays and bank holidays, guiding will take place outside the cathedral and in the Archbishop’s Palace on due to the church service taking place inside the cathedral

• Photography is not allowed inside Nidaros Cathedral or Ringve Museum

Inhabited since the Viking ages, Trondheim is full of culture and fascinating history. Today, we’ll explore two attractions in this ancient city. First, we’ll visit Nidaros Cathedral, Norway’s national shrine. This cathedral was built over the burial place of Norway’s patron saint, St. Olav, and features incredible Gothic-style architectural details and exquisite works of art. After a guided tour of the cathedral, you’ll have some free time to explore the area.  

Next, the bus will take you to the Ringve Museum of Musical History, where your enthusiastic tour guide will bring the history of Norway’s music to life. Surrounded by a gorgeous botanical garden, this stately manor house was the childhood home of 18th century Norwegian naval hero Peter Wessel Tordenskiold who distinguished himself during the Great Northern War between Norway, Denmark, and Sweden. The museum is conveniently located just outside Trondheim and is an ideal spot to enjoy views of both the city and the fjord.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Enjoy a guided bus ride in picturesque surroundings

• Take a short boat trip across a fjord

• Visit the Svartisen Tourist Center

• Pass by the world’s most powerful tidal current, Saltstraumen

• Disembarking port: Ørnes

• Embarking port: Bodø

• Available period: 4 Jun - 3 Sep 

• Transportation: Bus/Boat

• Meals: Coffee/tea and griddle cake

• Clothes: Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing

• The tour is not suitable for persons with limited mobility

• We will not go all the way up to the glacier

• Meet the Vikings

• Highlights of Lofoten

• Lofotpils Brewery

• Farm Visit in Lofoten

In Ørnes, we’ll board a bus for a guided tour to the small village of Holandsvik, passing gorgeous scenery on the way and learning more about the surrounding area. At Holandsvik, we’ll board a boat for a 10-minute ride across the fjord. 

You’ll now arrive at the Svartisen Tourist Center which has prime views of the nearby glacier. At approximately 370 square kilometres, Svartisen is Norway’s second largest glacier after the Jostedal Glacier.  

Despite being the lowest lying glacier on the European continent before the last Ice Age retreat, Svartisen has some 60 tongues of ice extending from its main body into the surrounding mountain landscape, which is home to several peaks over 1,500 metres high.  

At the centre, you can also enjoy a warm drink and a buffet of delicious cakes. Afterwards, continue your journey along the coast of Helgeland back to Bodø. On the way, you’ll pass Saltstraumen, the world’s strongest tidal current.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Enjoy a thrilling RIB ride to visit Saltstraumen

• See the world’s most powerful tidal current up close

• Get a chance to see sea eagles and other wildlife

• Learn more about the history and geology of the area

• Embarking/disembarking port: Bodø

• Available: 1 Apr-3 Nov

• Duration: 2 hours

• Transportation: RIB (inflatable boats)

• Clothes: Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing. Special clothing is provided

• Not suitable for people with back problems

• Minimum age of six years old when accompanied by an adult

• The strength of the Saltstraumen current depends on the tide and cannot be guaranteed.

• Clothing is provided for sizes XS to XXL. If your size is outside this range, please talk to the onboard Expedition Team before booking your excursion.

• Meet the Vikings (summer)

• Highlights of Lofoten

• Lofotpils Brewery

• Farm Visit in Lofoten

The Saltstraumen maelstroms have inspired local artists and writers for centuries, and for good reason. Saltstraumen is a strait with the world’s most powerful tidal current. Four times a day, 400 million cubic metres of water are forced in and out through a passage only 150 metres wide and 31 metres deep. When the current is at its strongest, whirlpools up to 10 metres wide can appear. 

Journey with us on a RIB safari to see this natural wonder, and likely be inspired yourself. You’ll sit safely and comfortably in a sturdy rubber boat, operated by a highly experienced and knowledgeable captain.  

During the boat ride, there’s a good chance to spot sea eagles, as well as other birds and wildlife. You might also notice how some of the exposed rock faces demonstrate distinctive patterns; the result of the rock being folded under immense pressure, known as Caledonian folding, a process that dates back over 250 million years.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Enjoy a self-drive ride on a husky-drawn sled

• Admire winter landscapes from forests and fjords to snow-covered mountains

• Keep on the look-out for an appearance of the aurora borealis

• Enjoy a hot drink and homemade cake served in a traditional Sámi gamme

• Embarking/disembarking port: Tromsø

• Available period: 1 Dec-31 March

• Transportation: Bus with a guide

• Meals: Coffee or tea and cake

• Clothes: Dress according to the season and in layers so you can adjust your clothing to the weather conditions. The weather in Breivikeidet is colder than Tromsø due to our inland location. Wool socks, wool thermal base layers, and winter pants / jackets are required along with warm winter boots.

• Minimum Age limit: 4 years old when accompanied by an adult.

• Availability depends on weather and snow conditions

• The trail we drive is approximately 3km long.

Driving your own team of huskies is an out of the ordinary experience and a must-do for anyone visiting Northern Norway. Even if outdoor winter adventures are not your thing, this tour offers you a chance to check this traditional experience off your list and take lots of photos.  

The tour departs from Tromsø harbor where you will be picked up for a scenic 50-minute transfer to our camp in Breivikeidet, with our guide explaining you a little about the city and the area. Upon arrival at our camp, situated in a picturesque valley close to the sea, you will be welcomed by our friendly staff who will guide you through the safety instructions, and show you the basics of driving the sled. 

In this tour you will get the chance to drive your own dog sled for about a kilometer where our guide stops the tour to take photos of you being a dog musher before you switch places with your passenger. Once done with photos, you will take the return trip back to camp. 

After your dog sledding ride, you’ll get the chance to strengthen your bond with your husky sled team, giving and receiving all the cuddles you can handle. Afterwards, you are invited inside where you can learn a lot more about the dogs from our knowledgeable guides over some hot drinks and cake. 

Once you wave one last goodbye to the huskies, you’ll be driven back to the city with an experience of a lifetime behind you and spectacular photos to show for it! 

Important Information 

• Above a certain group size, we’ll split the group in half, and the first half will first take part in the dogsledding, while the second half will have hot drinks and coffee, and then the two groups switch activities. 

• Cancellation due to weather: Kindly, be advised that the tours are conducted on wheeled wagons in case there is a lack of snow.  

• 3 kms total dog sledding: 10-12 min driving, 3 min stop, 10-12 min as passenger. We sled in pairs, taking turns between mushing and riding as passengers.

• Enjoy a guided bus tour around Tromsø and learn more about its history

• Ride the cable car up a nearby mountain for spectacular views of Tromsø

• Admire the architecture and stained-glass window of the Arctic Cathedral

• Visit the Full Steam coastal museum and learn more about Norway’s maritime heritage 

• Embarking/disembarking port: Tromsø

• Available period: 2 Jan-30 Dec, except 17 May and 24-26 Dec

• Transportation: Bus

• Clothes: Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing

Due to the renovation and rebuilding of Fjellheisen (the cable car in Tromsø), Fjellheisen is not suitable for wheelchair users and guests with reduced mobility at all. There is a long flight of stairs at the top of Fjellheisen and no passenger lift available at the moment.

The base for many Arctic expeditions of old, Tromsø is rich in both culture and history. As part of this excursion, you’ll get to see some of the main attractions of  the third-largest city north of the Arctic Circle.  

Your tour begins with a ride up Tromsø’s famous cable car to the top of Mount Storsteinen (420m or 1.377ft above sea level). Get your bearings as you take in the spectacular views across the city and the fjords, mountains, and islands that surround it. Explore the plateau or have a snack while you admire the view from Fjellstua restaurant.  

Next, we make our way to the magnificent Arctic Cathedral. Dominated by glass mosaic windows, the structure was inspired by Arctic nature and today stands as an icon of the Tromsø skyline.  

Our final stop is Full Steam, the world’s northernmost coastal museum, where you can take a deep dive into the region’s maritime heritage. You’ll learn more about the history, culture, and traditions of the Sea Sami, and their deep connection to the ocean and Arctic environment. You can also admire unique maritime artefacts and read stories of the sailors who braved the treacherous northern waters. Before you leave, be sure to stop by the Northern Lights exhibition to marvel at the aurora through the lens of renowned Norwegian photographers.  

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• See the stunning scenery of Finnmark

• Visit the northernmost point on the continent, the North Cape

• Take a photo at the globe sculpture and watch a film about the area

• Learn more about the history of Finnmark and the North Cape

• Embarking/disembarking port: Honningsvåg

• Available: 1 Jan - 31 Dec

• Transportation: Bus

• Meals: N/A

• Clothes: Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing

• Sámi Culture

• Snowmobile trip in the Arctic

We’ll travel by bus above the 71st parallel to North Cape that rises 307 metres from the ocean, right at the top of Europe.  

Gaze in awe at the stark yet beautiful scenery as you stand at continental Europe’s most northerly point, casting your eyes over the sea towards the North Pole.  

In summer, you might spot herds of grazing reindeer along the nearby clifftop plateaus. In wintertime, the unspoilt white plains and snow-capped mountains will reflect the soft Arctic light.  

Don’t forget the obligatory photo or that all-important selfie with the iconic globe sculpture that commemorates North Cape’s significance. 

Making a stop at the visitor centre at North Cape Hall, we’ll get to watch an impressive 180° panoramic film about the region through four seasons, learn more about the area’s long history through exhibitions in the underground tunnel, and pop into the world's northernmost chapel. There’s even a small museum and a souvenir shop.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Visit the small fishing village of Gjesvær which dates to the Viking era

• Enjoy views of Gjesværstappan, a group of steep, grass-covered islands

• Visit these outlying islands by boat to see one of Norway’s biggest bird cliffs

• Spot seabirds such as puffins, kittiwakes, cormorants, razorbills, and skuas

• Embarking/disembarking port: Honningsvåg

• Available: 6 Apr-5 Sep, but this may change due to bird migration patterns

• Transportation: Bus and boat

• Clothes: Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing.

• The tour is not suitable for persons with impaired mobility. 

• Minimum age: 5 years old when accompanied by an adult

• We recommend you bring a pair of binoculars with you

• Going ashore in the nature reserve is not permitted.

• Sámi Culture

• Snowmobile trip in the Arctic

Board a short boat trip from the historic Viking fishing village of Gjesvær and explore the nearby islands of Gjesværstappan. The confluence of warm and cold ocean currents here creates nutrient-rich waters, while the steep cliffs of the islands make great nesting sites. This is a paradise for thousands of birds, and for bird watchers too, so don’t forget to bring your camera and binoculars. 

From the boat, we can observe the Finnmark region’s largest flock of puffins, together with large numbers of kittiwakes. During the nesting season this area teems with life as mighty sea eagles hover above in search of prey, while guillemots, razorbills, cormorants, Arctic skuas, northern fulmars, Brünnich’s guillemots, and the large northern gannet fill the air with a cacophony of shrieks and screeches. In the autumn, you can also catch a glimpse of Europe’s smallest seabird, the British storm-petrel.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Journey from Kirkenes by riverboat up the Pasvik River

• See beautiful scenery and learn more about wildlife in the area

• Visit the Norwegian-Russian border and hear about its history

• Be treated to a hot drinks and cloudberries with cream

• Embarking/disembarking port: Kirkenes

• Available from: 1 Jun-10 Sep

• Transportation: Riverboat

• Meals: Coffee or tea, cloudberries with cream

• Clothes: Life vests are provided. Wear strong and comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing

• This excursion runs in the morning. Therefore, guests disembarking in Kirkenes will need to be booked on the evening flight out of town, or staying overnight, in order to be able to participate.

Join us for a guided riverboat tour of Pasvik River that serves as the natural boundary for Russia and Norway, two countries steeped in history and culture.  

As we sail the river, we’ll hear about the history of the Sámi people, an indigenous people renowned for nomadic reindeer herding in the region. Listen to the stories of Russia’s first martyrs, St. Boris and St. Gleb, and also of St. Trifon from the Pechenga Monastery, the most northerly monastery in the world.  

On reaching the border, you’ll go ashore and learn a little bit more about Norway’s relationship with its easternmost neighbour. We then settle down for a warm drink and a traditional Norwegian favourite: cloudberries and cream.  

Leisurely travelling back on the water, our guide will speak about the teeming animal and plant life that thrives in the area. Reindeer, fish, and bears make this one of the most diverse wilderness areas in Norway.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Learn more about the area’s unique intercultural history and heritage

• Tour the WWII bomb shelter at Andersgrotta and watch a short documentary

• Stop at Prestfjellet Mountain viewpoint which overlooks Kirkenes and the coast

• Visit Norway’s only border station with Russia, located at Storskog

• Embarking/disembarking port: Kirkenes

• Available period: All year

• Transportation: Bus

• Meals: N/A

• Clothes: Comfortable shoes and warm clothing

• This excursion runs in the morning. Therefore, guests disembarking in Kirkenes will need to be booked on the evening flight out of town, or staying overnight, in order to be able to participate.

Join us as we venture by bus from Kirkenes to the nearby Norwegian-Russian Border at Storskog. Along the way, you’ll learn about the eventful history shared by both countries.

Flanked by the scenery of the Siberian Taiga, a vast forest that extends across eastern Europe for thousands of square miles, our bus drives across the calm Pasvik River and through the beautiful Pasvikdalen Valley. Rich with flora and fauna, the valley is home to Norway’s biggest population of brown bears.

Stopping at Storskog, we stand at one of the most guarded crossings in Europe. Although not permitted to cross over the boundary, we are allowed take pictures.

From here, we travel to Andersgrotta, Kirkenes’ largest WWII bomb shelter. We’ll watch a fascinating film about the experiences of locals during that tumultuous period.

Before boarding our ship back in Kirkenes, we ascend the Prestfjellet Mountain for a wonderful view of the town and surrounding landscape.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Step inside Tromsø’s splendid wooden cathedral for an unforgettable musical performance

• Hear traditional Norwegian folk songs and hymns performed by professional musicians

• Experience the cathedral´s breathtaking acoustics and enchanting ambience

• Embarking/disembarking port: Tromsø 

• Transportation: On foot 

• The concert is approximately 45 minutes long

• No filming or photography is permitted during the concert

You will be met off the ship and led to the magnificent Tromsø Cathedral. Built in 1861, this impressive structure embraces neo-Gothic style and showcases the finest wood from Målselv. The cathedral’s long, cruciform structure echoes with soft acoustics that lend themselves perfectly to a night of musical enchantment. 

As you arrive, you’ll receive your evening playlist complete with notes to enhance your experience. Prepare to be enchanted by a talented trio of musicians who will take you on a journey through Norway’s musical heritage.  

Though their performance will vary from season to season, it will encompass a delightful blend of Nordic classical masterpieces, familiar melodies, and folk tunes. All in all, it’s a moving way to end the day.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Visit the North Cape early in the morning

• Enjoy a tasty breakfast buffet while overlooking the Barents Sea

• See a film about how the North Cape changes throughout the seasons

• Admire the majestic Porsangerfjord from the bus

• Disembarking port: Honningsvåg

• Embarking port: Hammerfest

• Available: 8 May - 7 Oct

• Transportation: Bus

• Meals: Breakfast

• Clothes: Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing

• Snowmobile Trip in the Polar Night

The North Cape plateau rises 307 meters (1,000 feet) above the Arctic Ocean. Welcome to Europe’s northernmost point. Unlike the travellers of old who once had to climb up the cliff, we’ll be taking a bus from Honningsvåg all the way to the top. You’ll have time to walk the plateau and pose for photos at the globe monument. 

Enjoy a lavish breakfast buffet in the North Cape Hall while looking out over the Barents Sea, before experiencing the four seasons of the North Cape through a panoramic film. Inside the cliff at the North Cape Hall, you can buy handmade gifts for your loved ones in the gift shop and tour the chapel and small museum.  

On our way back, we’ll drive through an underwater tunnel that connects the island of Magerøya with the mainland. The bus will then take us south along majestic Porsangerfjord, before heading back towards the coast to Hammerfest, one of the world’s northernmost towns.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the town of Harstad

• Visit the medieval church and the historical centre of Trondenes

• Take in the view of fjords, steep mountains, and idyllic agricultural landscapes

• Enjoy a piece of freshly baked waffle, lefse and a cup of coffee as you cross the fjord.

• Disembarking port: Harstad

• Embarking port: Sortland

• Available: 2 Jan - 31 Dec, except 25 Dec

• Transportation: Bus/ferry

• Meals: Coffee or tea and cakes

• Clothes: Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing

• Lofoten Islands

• Sea Eagle Safari

• Lofoten by Horse

• RIB Adventure in Lofoten

• Discover a Fishing Village

We’ll begin our excursion with a short sightseeing tour of the streets of Harstad. This is the third largest community in Northern Norway with a history connected to herring fishing, the military, and in more recent times, offshore oil.  

On a clear day, you should be able to spot Trondenes peninsula to the north of the town. Here, you’ll visit a white 13th century medieval stone church, the northernmost of its kind in the world. We’ll drop in at the Trondenes Historical Centre which displays objects discovered in the region throughout history, from the early Stone Age through to Viking times, the Middle Ages, and the present day.  The museum also has a reconstructed farmstead dating from around 1200 with a granary, forge and stave church.

From Trondenes, the bus will take us for a scenic drive across Hinnøya Island to meet our ferry at Gullesfjord. On board, savour a hot drink and freshly made waffles and lefse along with the views. The tour then continues by bus along Sigerfjord to Sortland where you’ll rejoin your ship.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Admire the stunning scenery of the Lofoten Islands

• Visit the picturesque fishing village of Henningsvær

• Enjoy looking around local boutiques and galleries

• Learn more about Lofoten, its nature, and its history

• Disembarking port: Svolvær

• Embarking port: Stamsund

• Available: 9 Apr - 31 Aug

• Duration: 3 hours 30 min 

• Transportation: Bus

• Clothes: Comfortable shoes and warm clothing

• A Taste of Vesterålen

• Sea Eagle Safari

The Lofoten Islands are known for excellent fishing, extreme and wild nature and small fishing villages. During the guided trip from Svolvær to Stamsund, you get to see sheltered bays, white sandy beaches, and large, green farmland. The scenery, the special light and the fishing have attracted artists from both Norway and abroad for centuries. We stop in Henningsvær, a charming fishing village with 500 inhabitants. In the 18th century it was the most important fishing village in Lofoten. Fishery is still important today, but the beautiful harbour is also full of charming local arts and crafts shops.

Henningsvær became protected in 2022 and is one of our most historically important fishing villages.  

In Henningsvær we will visit Galleri Lofoten, which exhibits one of Norway’s largest collection of paintings from Northern Norway dating back to the turn of the last century – a period by many called the golden age of North Norwegian painting.

 After the visit in Henningsvær, the bus takes you to Stamsund, where the ship awaits.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Enjoy views of the beautiful UNESCO-listed Vega archipelago by boat

• Visit the Vega World Heritage Centre which charts the islands’ history

• Learn about the traditional industry of eider duck down harvesting

• Have a complimentary hot drink and local snack in the café

• Disembarking port: Sandnessjøen

• Embarking port: Brønnøysund

• Available:  10 June - 9 Sep 

• Transportation: Boat

• Meals: Local fruit drink, coffee, tea and local snack

• Clothes: Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing

Discover a hidden gem as you tour the UNESCO-listed islands of Vega that sit south of the Arctic Circle. We’ll venture from Sandnessjøen, through the cluster of islands, islets, and reefs by boat while our guide speaks of the fascinating culture of this coastal landscape and its people. 

Coming ashore at Gardsøy, we’ll visit the Vega World Heritage Centre which highlights the outstanding 1500-year-old tradition that is unique to the area. The islanders act as bird guardians for the migrating eider ducks that nest here. They build tiny ‘houses’ for the animals and after the hatchlings have moved out, the highly-prized eider down is collected.  

Through the exhibitions and short film, you’ll be taken on a journey from Stone Age settlements to fish farming of the modern day. Admire the beautiful views from the café while enjoying a hot drink and local snack.  

We’ll sail back along the idyllic Helgeland coast and end our journey in Brønnøysund.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Take a short journey around the beautiful town of Brønnøysund

• Enjoy an informative tour at the Norwegian Aquaculture Centre at Toft

• Feed the salmon and hear about their marine life from experienced guides

• Have a taste of the fresh local Norwegian salmon, famous around the world

• Embarking/disembarking port: Brønnøysund

• Available: 1 Jan - 31 Dec

• Transportation: Bus

• Meals: A taste of salmon 

• Clothes: Comfortable shoes and warm clothing

After a bus tour around the pretty town of Brønnøysund, we’ll admire the impressive views as we cross the magnificent bridge to the Norwegian Aquaculture Centre in Toft.  

There, our guides will tell the story of Norway’s vibrant salmon fishing culture. Meet the salmon that grow here and see how they live, then take part in feeding these beautiful creatures. You’ll also hear about the different bits of technology that helps the salmon from egg to fish. There’s even an opportunity to try an underwater camera to see the fish up close.  

The Norwegian coast’s cool and clear waters offer the prime conditions for sustainable and responsible aquaculture. As a result, Norway is one of the world’s major exporters of fish and seafood with around 37 million people around the globe enjoying the country’s produce. Sample it yourself as we end the tour with a taste of the salmon that’s so internationally loved.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Take a relaxing guided coach journey around the city of TrondheimSee the city from above at the picturesque Utsikten viewpointAdmire the Gothic-style architecture of Nidaros Cathedral on a guided tourReceive a complimentary book about Nidaros Cathedral as a souvenir

• Embarking/disembarking port: Trondheim

• Available: 2 Jan - 31 Dec, except 25 Dec

• Transportation: Bus

• Clothes: Comfortable shoes and warm clothing

• The Atlantic Road

• Bergtatt

Founded as early as 997, this age-old Viking capital is full of culture and history, but it has also established itself as a leader of innovation and Norway’s centre of knowledge.  

A bus tour of Trondheim brings us past the former capital’s beautiful red city bridge and old wooden wharf buildings of the Bakklandet neighbourhood that have stood along the Nid River since the 18th century.  

We’ll then enjoy the magnificent panorama of the bustling city from Utsikten viewpoint which overlooks nearby Kristiansten Fortress and gives view of Munkholmen island in the fjord.  

Next stop is Nidaros Cathedral, Norway’s national shrine. Built over the tomb of St. Olav in 1070, it boasts stunning architecture and ornate Gothic-style decoration carved masterfully into the stone. After a fascinating guided tour of the cathedral, you’ll pick up a complimentary book about Norway’s Notre Dame to take home as a souvenir.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Tour the attractive fishing towns of Kristiansund and Molde

• Ride along the world-renowned Atlantic Road in the county of Romsdal

• Discover the impressive 17th century Kvernes Stave Church

• Enjoy a traditional local dish, bacalao, at a charming restaurant

• Disembarking port: Kristiansund

• Embarking port: Molde

• Available: 11 Apr - 10 Sep, except 17 May

• Transportation: Bus

• Meals: Bacalao, bread, caramel pudding, coffee or tea

• Clothes: Comfortable shoes and warm clothing

• Trondheim with Nidaros Cathedral

What has been named ‘the world’s best road trip’ starts with a short tour of picturesque Kristiansund before continuing to Averøy, an island that sits at the entry of ‘The Road in the Ocean,’ The Atlantic Road. This route is one of Norway's most visited attractions and won the title of "Engineering Feat of the Century" in 2005.

Covering over 8 kilometres, this unique highway zigzags along the dramatic coastline, crossing over bridges that connect the series of small islands and islets that decorate the stunning landscape.

Stopping at the unique Kvernes Stave Church, we admire the magnificent view of the fjord and take a peek at the attractive baroque interior.

We’ll stop at a cosy tavern to tuck into a Norwegian specialty, Bacalao. Made from the region's famous klippfisk (salted and dried cod), this hearty stew is influenced by Mediterranean recipes and is a result of extensive trading with southern Europe in the 19th century.

Our scenic route ends with a brief tour around the 'City of Roses,' Molde, before rejoining our ship.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.