Alnes Lighthouse under the Northern Lights
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Drive over soaring bridges and through subsea tunnels as we explore two of the main islands in the seas surrounding Ålesund.

Highlights

Explore the islands of Giske and Godøy, each with their own stories to tell

Visit a lighthouse and at 12th century marble church

Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Ålesund, with its unique Art Nouveau architecture

How it works

Departing Ålesund by bus, we’ll drive over bridges and through sub-sea tunnels to the island of Giske, birthplace of the Viking chieftain Rollo – the great-great-great grandfather of the famed William the Conqueror. We’ll visit the 12th-century Giske Church (from the outside), constructed from white marble for one of Norway’s most powerful families.

We’ll then drive beneath the sea to the island of Godøy and the pretty fishing village of Alnes. Built in 1876, its charming red-and-white lighthouse is a cherished relic of Norwegian culture. Inside, it is something of a museum and you feel as if you are stepping back in time. If the weather permits, don’t miss the opportunity to climb the stairs for a fantastic sea view from the top. Pause here for refreshments and cake in the café or take a wander on the nearby beach.

The final stop on our tour brings us back to Ålesund. This compact and pretty town is famed for its Art Nouveau architecture, and our guide will point out some of its lesser-known points of interest by bus and – for those who want to – on foot. After this, we’ll return to the ship.

Before you book

Activity level

Easy: Suitable for most people

Group size

Groups up to 80 guests

Availability

Winter, Spring, Autumn

Transport

Bus with guide

Food & drink

Coffee / Tea, Pastry / Cake / Chocolate

Good to know

Included: A drink and cake

Voyages with this excursion

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

Available: Winter, Spring, Autumn

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Oslo - Helsinki

Savour the Northern Lights - North (Spring 2027)

Guided land & sea tour with igloo stay, husky safari & premium cruise

  • March 2027
  • 14 days
  • 7 Stops
  • Full board (breakfast, lunch, & dinner)
Northern lights and heated sleigh ride in snowy Arctic landscape

Helsinki - Oslo

Savour the Northern Lights - South (Spring 2027)

Guided land & sea tour with all-inclusive cruise, igloo stay & husky safari

  • February - April 2027
  • 15 days
  • 7 Stops
  • Full board (breakfast, lunch, & dinner)
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Oslo - Honningsvåg - Oslo

The North Cape Line – Roundtrip

All-inclusive winter cruise to Norway’s North Cape, chasing the Northern Lights

  • September 2026 - December 2027
  • 15 days
  • 13 Stops
  • All meals & unlimited selected drinks included

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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