A church in the village of Sæbø in the Hjorundfjord
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Enjoy a fjord cruise on beautiful Hjørundfjord aboard a vintage ship, before indulging in a delicious four-course meal on a 16th-century farm.

Highlights

Sail picture-perfect

Learn about life and traditions of the area from a local guide

Visit the charming village of Sæbø

Enjoy a delicious meal at

How it works

Step aboard vintage ship MS Bruvik as it brings you on a cruise of Hjørundfjord. Dating back to 1949, this beloved motorship still features classic décor for a nostalgic onboard ambience. Comfortable lounges that serve refreshments and an outdoor deck have been modernised, perfect for taking in the dramatic scenery.  

The scenic sailing passes through majestic Hjørundfjord to the village of Sæbø. Local, knowledgeable guides will enhance your experience with fascinating insight into the history of the fjord and its communities.   

From Sæbø, we will make our way to Rekkedal Guesthouse. Here, you will be greeted and hosted by the 20th generation hosts of this 16th-century family farm. Explore the farmyard and its 500-year-old history before indulging in a memorable meal of local and sustainable products, including carefully paired wine. Bellies full, we’ll return to Ålesund aboard MS Bruvik, admiring our stunning surroundings along the way.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

Before you book

Activity level

Moderate: Some mobility needed

Group size

Groups up to 48 guests

Availability

Winter

Transport

Boat

Food & drink

Lunch

What to bring

Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing

Good to know

Available to wheelchair users who can walk short distances MS Bruvik has toilets

Voyages with this excursion

This excursion is available on selected Hurtigruten voyages along the Norwegian coast. Explore all voyages.

Available: Winter

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Frequently asked questions

Answers to the questions our guests ask most often

If an excursion is not fully booked, any remaining slots will be available for purchase on board through your Expedition Team. These will be charged in Norwegian Kroner at your ship’s exchange rate.  

However, to ensure yourself a spot, we recommend booking in advance.

You will be able to view them all by logging into your booking here.

If you booked through a travel agent, you can reach out to them for this information.

Yes, you will get a full refund to your original payment method. If that's not possible, we will reach out to check your payment details.

Each of our excursions has a rating to illustrate the level of fitness required. There are four categories, with 1 being the easiest and 4 the most difficult.

Level 1 = Easy: suitable for most

Excursions at this level are physically undemanding and suitable for most people. Level 2 = Moderate: some mobility needed

Excursions in this category involve a small amount of physical activity, but on easy terrain with few major challenges. Level 3 = Active: good mobility needed

Excursions in this category are more active and involve outdoor pursuits that require a decent level of fitness. You may be expected to carry your own backpack and equipment. They are not suitable for those with limited mobility.

Level 4 = Challenging: good mobility and fitness needed 

These are our most challenging excursions, and require a good level of fitness. They may involve hiking or biking on uneven terrain and may also require specialist equipment. You would be expected to carry your own backpack and equipment. Excursions in this category are not suitable for those with limited mobility. 

Prices can vary depending on the season you travel. Costs such as exchange rates and local prices may change from year to year, so we show a “starting from” price as a guide. The exact price will be confirmed when you book.

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