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The view over the spectacular Trollstigen Pass

Geiranger With Trollstigen Pass

A scenic bus journey from Geiranger village brings you to Eidsdalsvatnet Lake and continues to the Norddalsfjord for a ferry ride. We rejoin the bus and travel to Gudbrands Gorge and down the winding Trollstigen Pass to Molde.

  • Starts from

    The Geirangerfjord

  • Ends at

    Molde – mountain views and jazz by the fjord

  • Duration

    8h

  • Seasons

    Summer (Jun - Aug)

  • Price from

    £251 per person

A couple on an Art Nouveau walking tour in Alesund

Art Nouveau Walk (Spring & Winter)

Join us on a guided walking tour through Ålesund and discover the history and culture of this elegant Art Nouveau town.

  • Starts from

    Ålesund

  • Ends at

    Ålesund

  • Duration

    2h

  • Seasons

    Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £83 per person

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Atlanterhavsparken Aquarium and Ålesund

Take a trip to one of Europe’s most unusual aquariums, home to penguins, otters and local Norwegian marine life. Afterwards, enjoy a tour of Ålesund’s Art Nouveau buildings.

  • Starts from

    Ålesund

  • Ends at

    Ålesund

  • Duration

    2h

  • Seasons

    Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £83 per person

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Art Nouveau Walk (Ålesund)

Dating back to the Viking Age, Ålesund is best known today for its modern Art Nouveau architecture. Join us on a walking tour to discover both the overt and hidden charms of this lovely Norwegian coastal city.

  • Starts from

    Ålesund

  • Ends at

    Ålesund

  • Duration

    1h 30min

  • Seasons

    Autumn (Sep - Oct), Spring (Apr - May)

  • Price from

    £58 per person

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A Taste of Norway

A beautiful fjord, narrow valleys, an ancient settlement, historic hotel, and tiny village – join us for this highly popular journey through spectacular Norwegian nature.

  • Starts from

    The Hjørundfjord

  • Ends at

    The Hjørundfjord

  • Duration

    2h 15min

  • Seasons

    Autumn (Sep - Oct), Spring (Apr - May)

  • Price from

    £117 per person

A pair of female hikers taking a photo in the Hjørundfjord

Mountain Hike in the Hjørundfjord

Admire the spectacular views of Hjørundfjord, the Sunnmøre Alps, Sæbø and Urke villages on this mountain hike. There’s even time for a coffee break midway.

  • Starts from

    The Hjørundfjord

  • Ends at

    The Hjørundfjord

  • Duration

    2h 45min

  • Seasons

    Autumn (Sep - Oct)

  • Price from

    £108 per person

Two male hikers on a mountain walk in Urke

Hike with a Visit to a Shieling

Join us for a pleasant hike up from the fjord through lovely meadows to a summer grazing site at Haukås where we learn about traditional farming and taste local delicacies.

  • Starts from

    The Hjørundfjord

  • Ends at

    The Hjørundfjord

  • Duration

    2h 45min

  • Seasons

    Autumn (Sep - Oct), Spring (Apr - May)

  • Price from

    £108 per person

MS Nordlys sailing in the breathtaking Geirangerfjord, one of the most spectacular fjords in Norway

Hjørundfjord, Geiranger, and Ålesund

This excursion takes you through Norangsdalen valley, on a ferry ride on UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord, up steep Eagle Road, and then to the Art Nouveau city of Ålesund.

  • Starts from

    The Hjørundfjord

  • Ends at

    Ålesund

  • Duration

    6h 30min

  • Seasons

    Autumn (Sep - Oct)

  • Price from

    £234 per person

A group of kayakers exploring the canals in Alesund

Kayaking in Ålesund

Join us on a guided kayaking tour through the elegant town of Ålesund and learn more about its history and Art Nouveau influence.

  • Starts from

    Ålesund

  • Ends at

    Ålesund

  • Duration

    2h 15min

  • Seasons

    Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £100 per person

Alnes Lighthouse under the Northern Lights

Alnes Lighthouse

Explore the ancient islands of Giske and Godøy and enjoy the fantastic coastal scenery at Alnes Lighthouse.

  • Starts from

    Ålesund

  • Ends at

    Ålesund

  • Duration

    3h 30min

  • Seasons

    Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £125 per person

A church in the village of Sæbø in the Hjorundfjord

Hjørundfjord - tastes and traditions

Explore the beautiful Hjørundfjord aboard a vintage ship and treat your tastebuds to a delicious four-course meal made of premium local ingredients and prepared on a 16th century farm.

  • Starts from

    Ålesund

  • Ends at

    Ålesund

  • Duration

    6h 30min

  • Seasons

    Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £209 per person

A man and his daughter looking at an interactive exhibit at the Ringve Museum in Trondheim

Nidaros Cathedral & Ringve Museum

Encounter the majesty of Nidaros Cathedral, the only church in Norway built in the Gothic architectural style. We then journey through the history of music at Ringve Museum.

  • Starts from

    Trondheim – the ancient city with a flair for fine food

  • Ends at

    Trondheim – the ancient city with a flair for fine food

  • Duration

    3h

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Summer (Jun - Aug)

  • Price from

    £100 per person

Nidaros Cathedral, Norway’s national shrine, was built over the burial place of the country’s patron saint, St. Olav

Trondheim with Nidaros Cathedral

Learn more about Trondheim by visiting one of its most famous landmarks, Nidaros Cathedral. Take in the whole city from the famous Utsikten viewpoint and enjoy a bus tour of the city.

  • Starts from

    Trondheim – the ancient city with a flair for fine food

  • Ends at

    Trondheim – the ancient city with a flair for fine food

  • Duration

    2h

  • Seasons

    Autumn (Sep - Oct), Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £92 per person

You can explore the sights of Trondheim on an optional guided tour

Trondheim City Walk

Explore Trondheim while learning about its history and culture from a local guide. See all the best sights of the city, from Stiftsgården to the bridge that locals call “The Portal of Happiness”.

  • Starts from

    Trondheim – the ancient city with a flair for fine food

  • Ends at

    Trondheim – the ancient city with a flair for fine food

  • Duration

    3h

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Summer (Jun - Aug), Autumn (Sep - Oct), Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £66 per person

Two kayakers on the River Nid in Trondheim

Kayaking on the River Nid

See the city’s main attractions from water level inside a kayak. Paddle down Trondheim’s waterways and get some exercise while taking in the scenic views of this exciting city.

  • Starts from

    Trondheim – the ancient city with a flair for fine food

  • Ends at

    Trondheim – the ancient city with a flair for fine food

  • Duration

    2h 30min

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Summer (Jun - Aug), Autumn (Sep - Oct), Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £125 per person

A pair of cyclists on a tour of Trondheim

Cycling In Trondheim

This is Norway’s most bike-friendly city, so it’s time to go for a bike ride! Enjoy the fresh air as you cycle through the city, taking in the sights and the beautiful scenery.

  • Starts from

    Trondheim – the ancient city with a flair for fine food

  • Ends at

    Trondheim – the ancient city with a flair for fine food

  • Duration

    2h 45min

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Summer (Jun - Aug), Autumn (Sep - Oct)

  • Price from

    £75 per person

A hiker looking out at Svartisen Glacier

Svartisen Glacier

Enjoy a bus and boat ride to the visitor centre for Norway’s second-largest glacier: Svartisen. Look out for sea eagles and pass the world’s strongest tidal current.

  • Starts from

    Ørnes – between the glacier and the sea

  • Ends at

    Bodø

  • Duration

    5h

  • Seasons

    Summer (Jun - Aug)

  • Price from

    £251 per person

A hiking group on a walk in Bodo

Arctic Coastal Walk

Enjoy a guided walk along the coast in Bodø and learn how a love of nature and the outdoors is an integral part of Norwegian culture.

  • Starts from

    Bodø

  • Ends at

    Bodø

  • Duration

    2h 10min

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Summer (Jun - Aug), Autumn (Sep - Oct), Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £92 per person

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Experience Bodø and Saltstraumen

After a tour of the town of Bodø, visit the strongest tidal current in the world at the Saltstraumen maelstroms.

  • Starts from

    Bodø

  • Ends at

    Bodø

  • Duration

    2h 10min

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Summer (Jun - Aug), Autumn (Sep - Oct), Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £92 per person

A RIB tour in Bodo and Saltstraumen

RIB Safari To Saltstraumen

Journey by boat to Saltstraumen, home to the world’s strongest tidal current. Learn more about the history and geology of this fascinating area during the boat ride.

  • Starts from

    Bodø

  • Ends at

    Bodø

  • Duration

    2h

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Summer (Jun - Aug), Autumn (Sep - Oct)

  • Price from

    £150 per person

Meet the Vikings Stamsund Norway HGR 55531 1920 Photo Hurtigruten AS

Meet the Vikings (Winter)

Step back in time and experience life in the Viking Age at the Lofotr Viking Museum. Enjoy an authentic Viking meal and watch your hosts perform traditional rituals.

  • Starts from

    Stamsund – timeless Lofoten charm

  • Ends at

    Svolvær – gateway to the untamed Lofoten Islands

  • Duration

    2h 30min

  • Seasons

    Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £167 per person

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Meet the Vikings (Summer)

See how the Vikings lived at Lofotr in Borg, Lofoten, where the largest Viking building ever discovered has been replicated.

  • Starts from

    Stamsund – timeless Lofoten charm

  • Ends at

    Svolvær – gateway to the untamed Lofoten Islands

  • Duration

    2h 30min

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Summer (Jun - Aug), Autumn (Sep - Oct)

  • Price from

    £167 per person

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Highlights of Lofoten

This excursion takes you to see Kabelvåg, one of Lofoten's most important historic fishing villages, all the while surrounded by a stunning backdrop of sea and mountains.

  • Starts from

    Stamsund – timeless Lofoten charm

  • Ends at

    Svolvær – gateway to the untamed Lofoten Islands

  • Duration

    2h 40min

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Summer (Jun - Aug)

  • Price from

    £117 per person

Knut Åland looking at a goat on Aalan Farm in Lofoten

Farm Visit in Lofoten

Learn about life on a working farm at Lauvdalen, Lofoten. Aalan Farm is renowned for its herbs and organic, award-winning cheeses.

  • Starts from

    Stamsund – timeless Lofoten charm

  • Ends at

    Svolvær – gateway to the untamed Lofoten Islands

  • Duration

    2h 40min

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Summer (Jun - Aug)

  • Price from

    £134 per person

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The Arctic Capital: Tromsø

Tour the city’s best spots from the Arctic Cathedral to the world’s northernmost coastal museum, including taking the cable car up for mountaintop views over Tromsø.

  • Starts from

    Tromsø – gateway to the Arctic

  • Ends at

    Tromsø – gateway to the Arctic

  • Duration

    3h 30min

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Summer (Jun - Aug), Autumn (Sep - Oct), Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £142 per person

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Dog Sledding (Tromsø)

Enjoy sliding through the snowy landscape on an exhilarating sled ride, steering a train of husky dogs with guidance from expert mushers.

  • Starts from

    Tromsø – gateway to the Arctic

  • Ends at

    Tromsø – gateway to the Arctic

  • Duration

    3h 30min

  • Seasons

    Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £260 per person

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Polar History Walk

Go on this guided walk through the city of Tromsø and learn about the Arctic capital’s fascinating history. Visit the Polar Museum and taste local beer at Tromsø’s oldest pub.

  • Starts from

    Tromsø – gateway to the Arctic

  • Ends at

    Tromsø – gateway to the Arctic

  • Duration

    2h 30min

  • Seasons

    Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £92 per person

Skiing trip Coastal Expedition Norway HGR 136607 Agurtxane Concellon

Cross-Country Skiing

With fluffy, soft snow each winter, it’s no surprise that skiing is a popular pastime in Norway. Enjoy an introductory skiing lesson, before going for a gentle cross-country skiing trip.

  • Starts from

    Tromsø – gateway to the Arctic

  • Ends at

    Tromsø – gateway to the Arctic

  • Duration

    3h

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £150 per person

A couple on a snowshoeing excursion in Tromsø

Snowshoeing In Tromsø

Make your way across the snow on a pair of snowshoes, exploring Tromsøya Island in a unique way. End the visit with a toboggan ride and a relaxing break by the bonfire.

  • Starts from

    Tromsø – gateway to the Arctic

  • Ends at

    Tromsø – gateway to the Arctic

  • Duration

    3h

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £150 per person

A couple on an e-bike tour of Tromso

Explore Tromsø by E-bike 

Hop on an electric bike to explore the city known as the “Paris of the North” with ease. Enjoy a local’s-eye view as you discover little-known sights and admire the gorgeous Arctic scenery.  

  • Starts from

    Tromsø – gateway to the Arctic

  • Ends at

    Tromsø – gateway to the Arctic

  • Duration

    3h

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Summer (Jun - Aug), Autumn (Sep - Oct)

  • Price from

    £150 per person

North Cape plateau in winter

The North Cape

Cross the 71st parallel and visit North Cape, the northernmost point on the European continent, marked by the photogenic globe monument.

  • Starts from

    Honningsvåg – gateway to the northernmost point of Europe

  • Ends at

    Honningsvåg – gateway to the northernmost point of Europe

  • Duration

    3h

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Summer (Jun - Aug), Autumn (Sep - Oct), Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £150 per person

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Birdwatching Safari

Join us on this excursion to see one of Norway´s largest and most impressive bird cliffs in the Gjesværstappan islands.

  • Starts from

    Honningsvåg – gateway to the northernmost point of Europe

  • Ends at

    Honningsvåg – gateway to the northernmost point of Europe

  • Duration

    3h

  • Seasons

    Summer (Jun - Aug), Autumn (Sep - Oct)

  • Price from

    £192 per person

A group of Sami people in traditional dress

Sámi Culture

Meet an indigenous Sámi family in their traditional gamme to learn more from them about their way of life and their remarkable culture.

  • Starts from

    Kjøllefjord – beautiful wilderness where nature rules

  • Ends at

    Mehamn

  • Duration

    2h 30min

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Summer (Jun - Aug), Autumn (Sep - Oct)

  • Price from

    £113 per person

A snowmobile tour in Norway

Snowmobile Trip In The Arctic

Drive your own snowmobile through a beautiful winter landscape from one port to the next, hopefully under the Northern Lights.

  • Starts from

    Kjøllefjord – beautiful wilderness where nature rules

  • Ends at

    Mehamn

  • Duration

    2h 30min

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £327 per person

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Fishing Village Visit

Join us on a tour to visit two colourful fishing villages and discover Christmas, whatever the time of year, at the very top of Norway.

  • Starts from

    Honningsvåg – gateway to the northernmost point of Europe

  • Ends at

    Honningsvåg – gateway to the northernmost point of Europe

  • Duration

    3h

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Summer (Jun - Aug), Autumn (Sep - Oct), Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £117 per person

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Silent Hjørundfjorden

Witness untouched landscapes and stunning beauty on a serene winter journey through the Hjørundfjord aboard the vintage fjord boat, MS Bruvik

  • Starts from

  • Ends at

  • Duration

    7h

  • Seasons

  • Price from

    £167 per person

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Sámi Adventure

Get to know an indigenous Sámi family as we visit their camp and learn about their culture and history, and sample their traditional food.

  • Starts from

    Bodø

  • Ends at

  • Duration

  • Seasons

  • Price from

    £142 per person

Excursion to the Russian border Norway HGR 98220 1920 Photo Photo Competition

The Norwegian Border

Explore the area around Storskog, a border station located on Norway’s easternmost edge, and enjoy views over the town of Kirkenes from Prestfjellet Mountain.

  • Starts from

    Kirkenes – Arctic adventures on the edge of Norway

  • Ends at

    Kirkenes – Arctic adventures on the edge of Norway

  • Duration

    3h

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Summer (Jun - Aug), Autumn (Sep - Oct), Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £113 per person

Riverboat to the Russian border Kirkenes Norway HGR 47047 Photo Orjan Bertelsen

Riverboat to the Norwegian Border (Kirkenes)

Explore Russia´s frontier with Norway along the river that divides the two distinctly different yet strangely similar countries.

  • Starts from

    Kirkenes – Arctic adventures on the edge of Norway

  • Ends at

    Kirkenes – Arctic adventures on the edge of Norway

  • Duration

    2h 30min

  • Seasons

    Summer (Jun - Aug), Autumn (Sep - Oct)

  • Price from

    £142 per person

A snowmobile excursion under the Midnight Sun in Kirkenes

Snowmobile Safari

If you fancy racing a snowmobile across a vast snowy expanse and meeting the people who live here then this excursion may be for you.

  • Starts from

    Kirkenes – Arctic adventures on the edge of Norway

  • Ends at

    Kirkenes – Arctic adventures on the edge of Norway

  • Duration

    2h 30min

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £209 per person

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Kirkenes Snowhotel

Explore the beautifully decorated Snowhotel and Norway’s largest ice bar. Greet the reindeers and huskies that live close by.

  • Starts from

    Kirkenes – Arctic adventures on the edge of Norway

  • Ends at

    Kirkenes – Arctic adventures on the edge of Norway

  • Duration

    3h

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Summer (Jun - Aug), Autumn (Sep - Oct), Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £117 per person

ATV Quad Safari Kirkenes Norway HGR 46769 1920 Photo Orjan Bertelsen

ATV/Quad-safari to the Norwegian border (Kirkenes)

Discover the town of Kirkenes, the surrounding nature, historical sights and the Russian border on this motorized quad bike adventure.

  • Starts from

    Kirkenes – Arctic adventures on the edge of Norway

  • Ends at

    Kirkenes – Arctic adventures on the edge of Norway

  • Duration

    2h 30min

  • Seasons

    Summer (Jun - Aug), Autumn (Sep - Oct)

  • Price from

    £159 per person

A group of people riding skis on a snowy hill

Husky Tour

Be immersed in the Arctic wilderness on a husky sled ride that brings you through forests, across plains, and over frozen lakes.

  • Starts from

    Kirkenes – Arctic adventures on the edge of Norway

  • Ends at

    Kirkenes – Arctic adventures on the edge of Norway

  • Duration

    3h

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £251 per person

King Crab Expedition Kirkenes Norway HGR 51307 Photo Orjan Bertelsen

King Crab Adventure (Winter)

Accompany a Norwegian fisherman for the day and learn how they catch king crab in winter and then feast on the day’s catch.

  • Starts from

    Kirkenes – Arctic adventures on the edge of Norway

  • Ends at

    Kirkenes – Arctic adventures on the edge of Norway

  • Duration

    3h

  • Seasons

    Spring (Apr - May), Winter (Nov - Mar)

  • Price from

    £234 per person

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King Crab Adventure (Summer)

Join fishermen out on the Barents Sea to see them catch king crabs. A chef will then prepare them for an all-you-can-eat king crab buffet.

  • Starts from

    Kirkenes – Arctic adventures on the edge of Norway

  • Ends at

    Kirkenes – Arctic adventures on the edge of Norway

  • Duration

    3h

  • Seasons

    Summer (Jun - Aug)

  • Price from

    £209 per person

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