Follow the Northern Lights – Norway to Finland

• 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.

• Visit one of Northern Europe’s largest saltwater aquariums

• See a variety of marine life up close  

• Taste hot catfish cake whilst taking in views of the ocean 

• Take a closer look at the Art Nouveau marvels of Ålesund

• Embarking/disembarking port: Ålesund

• Available: 1 Nov – 31 Mar, except December 24th–26th, January 1st, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Saturday, Easter Sunday, May 17th, Ascension Day, Pentecost Sunday, and Pentecost Monday.

• Transportation: Bus

• Meals: Fish cake 

• Clothes: Comfortable shoes and warm clothing

Welcome to Ålesund, one of Norway’s most beautiful towns and a showcase for Art Nouveau architecture. Before exploring the town, we'll visit Atlanterhavsparke – or Atlantic Sea Park – considered to be among Northern Europe’s largest and most unique saltwater aquariums. In a way, it’s an architectural curiosity cleverly integrated into the shoreline. Here you can enjoy close encounters with some of the marine life which lives along the Norwegian coast as well as see other species coming from further afield.   

Wander around and see the spacious pools filled with life. You can even go below and look through large underwater windows directly into the sea to spot species such as cod, saithe, halibut and more. At the time we’ll be there, be sure not to miss feeding time for the otters (2:00pm), penguins (2:30pm) and seals (3:00pm). You’ll also get a chance to try some of the local cuisine when delicious hot catfish cake is served at the café overlooking the ocean.  

Afterwards it’s time to get to know Ålesund. The town was destroyed in a fire in 1904 and subsequently rebuilt in stone, with many creative flourishes in the Art Nouveau style. We’ll take a closer look at some of these interesting buildings, and your guide will explain what life was like in Ålesund in the past, as well as in the modern day. Bring your camera and don’t forget to look up!  

• Discover Ålesund from the unique perspective of a kayak

• Explore the beautiful town and see its Art Nouveau buildings

• Learn more about the eventful history of Ålesund

• Hear the stories and insights of experienced, local guides

• Embarking/disembarking port: Ålesund

• Available period: 1 Nov - 31 March

• Transportation: Kayak

• Clothes: Hiking shoes, warm and windproof clothing. Kayaking clothing is provided

• Min. age: 12 years

See the picturesque town of Ålesund from a completely different perspective as you glide along the waterways in a kayak, lead by certified guides with great local knowledge. 

Most of Ålesund was destroyed in 1904 when a devastating fire ravaged the town. It was then rebuilt in the fashionable style of the time, Art Nouveau. You’ll see plenty of ornate buildings dotted along the waterside as the guides tell stories about the town’s history.  

We’ll meet our guides in the city centre and get kitted out with all the necessary gear. After receiving a safety briefing, we paddle out on the water for an unforgettable tour of the town, stopping off at several points for photo opportunities.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• See stunning ocean views from historic Alnes Lighthouse 

• Travel through subsea tunnels between the islands 

• Visit Giske and Godøy islands – ancient homes of the Vikings 

• Get a guided tour of Ålesund  

• Embarking/disembarking port: Ålesund

• Available From: 2 Nov - 31 Mar (Except December 24th–26th, January 1st, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Saturday, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday, May 17th, Ascension Day, Pentecost Sunday, and Pentecost Monday.)

• Transportation: Bus

• Meals: Coffee and cake

• Clothes: Hiking shoes, warm and windproof clothing

Discover two of the islands that lie in the sea near Ålesund, driving over soaring bridges and through subsea tunnels as we take in their picturesque beauty and hear about their Viking-linked past. 

Our first stop is the island of Giske, birthplace of the Viking chieftain Rollo. In 911 CE, Rollo invaded what came to be called Normandy, and was the great-great-great grandfather of the famed William the Conqueror. We’ll visit the 12th century Giske Church, constructed from white marble for one of Norway’s most powerful families – it’s in a peaceful village location, and we’ll get to see it from the outside, including the graveyard.  

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

After this, our tour brings us back to Ålesund where we’ll take a look at some of its many charms. This compact and pretty town is famed for its Art Nouveau architecture, and your 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 return to the ship.  

• Sail picture-perfect Hjørundfjorden 

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

• Visit a family farm with 500 years of history 

• Enjoy a delicious four-course meal made from the best local ingredients 

• Embarking/disembarking port: Ålesund

• Available: 2 Nov – 31 Mar

• Transportation: Bus and boat 

• Meals: Four-course lunch including drinks

• Clothes: Comfortable, warm and windproof clothing. Shoes with good grip.

• Available to wheelchair users who can walk short distances

• MS Bruvik has toilets

Step aboard vintage ship MS Bruvik to cruise majestic 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 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 by the 20th generation to run this 16th century family farm.  

Explore the farmyard and its 500-year-old history before indulging in a memorable four-course meal by the traditional fireplace in a warm and cosy barn from 1880. The story behind each dish is explained to you as you dine, and many of the ingredients are from the farm or local food suppliers. Bellies full, we’ll return to Ålesund aboard MS Bruvik, admiring our stunning surroundings along the way.  

• Visit the small but charming village of Urke in the Sunnmøre Alps

• Travel through one Norway’s’ narrowest valleys, Norangsdalen

• See sights like Lyngstølvatnet Lake and historic Hotel Union Øye

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

• Embarking port: Urke

• Available From: 1 Apr – 31 May & 1 Sep - 1 Nov 

• Transportation: Boat/Bus

• Meals During the Excursion: Snacks

• Clothes/Footwear: Comfortable shoes and warm clothing

• Art Nouveau Walk (Ålesund)

Sailing into the Hjørundfjord, you’ll board a tender boat that brings you to shore. You’ll disembark at the village of Urke, nestled amidst the scenic Sunnmøre Alps.  

From here, a bus brings you through one of Norway’s narrowest valleys, Norangsdalen. Along the way, we’ll see Lyngstølvatnet Lake, created when a natural landslide dammed part of nearby Norang River and flooded the area. On days when the weather is calm, you can still see the ruins of a submerged farmstead from the surface of the water.  

We also pass though the village of Øye to see the distinctive Hotel Union Øye. Some of history’s most famous kings, queens, writers, composers, and explorers have all stayed here.  

We’ll then stop off at a small shieling where you’ll enjoy some snacks and take in the magnificent landscape. The tour ends back in Urke, after browsing the goods of the local grocer.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Take in unforgettable views of the nearby villages and surrounding area

• Hike in the magnificent scenery of the Sunnmøre Alps

• Discover an abandoned but well-preserved bear cave

• Visit the local grocery store

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

• Embarking port: Urke

• Direction: Northbound

• Available From: 1 Apr – 31 May & 1 Sep - 1 Nov 

• Meals on the trip: Coffee and snacks

• Clothes/Footwear: Hiking shoes, warm and windproof clothing

• We recommend bringing a backpack with water bottle, extra clothing, camera, and sunglasses

• The guide will bring necessary safety equipment

• Participants should have good general health. This is a steep hike for guests with hiking experience and suitable shoes. Rainfall may cause this cancellation of this excursion on short notice.

• Art Nouveau Walk (Ålesund)

Join us on a spectacular mountain hike in the idyllic Hjørundfjord region. We begin by taking an old farm road and then it's a steep climb up the rugged pathway towards the top. Then, we ascend a stone stairway for the last 500 metres.

On reaching the summit, you’ll be greeted by the stunning view. Continue following the trail up the hill to see the village of Sæbø, and explore an abandoned bear cave.

Before descending, we take a coffee break in the Leknes valley overlooking Urke, as well as the breathtaking views of the fjord arm and mountains. Taking the same road back, we stop off at the local grocer to browse their authentic Norwegian goods.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• See the beautiful village Urke and the surrounding area

• Hike from the fjord via picturesque meadows

• Visit a shieling and learn about traditional farming

• Taste local food

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

• Embarking port: Urke

• Available From: 1 Apr – 31 May & 1 Sep - 1 Nov 

• Meals During the Excursion: Taste of local specialties

• Clothes/Footwear: Hiking shoes, warm and windproof clothing

• Recommended equipment is backpack with water bottle, extra clothing, camera, sunglasses

• The guide provides necessary safety equipment

• Participants should be in good general health

• Art Nouveau Walk (Ålesund)

This guided hike will bring you from the fjord-side, through peaceful meadows, to a traditional shieling in Haukås. Restored in the 1900s, these small farmhouses are a charming reminder of a bygone era.  

In the past, Norwegian farms were located in the villages and were relatively small. There wasn’t much pastureland around the villages and, come summertime, flocks and herds would need to be lead further and further afield to graze on new grass. Shielings were therefore built as overnight accommodation for the farmers and milk maidens tasked with milking the cows far from the farm every morning and evening.  

You’ll be greeted by welcoming hosts at the shieling who will explain all about life on the farm. Explore the site, try your hand at carrying old milk pails and sample some local produce. Then, if there is time, we’ll stop at the grocers on the way back to Urke before rejoining the ship.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Explore the untouched jewel of Hjørundfjord and its surrounding area

• Take in the impressive Flydalsjuvet view

• Enjoy the scenery of the fjord’s landscape as you ride along ‘The Eagle Road’

• Disembarking port: Landing at Urke is by tender boat, and getting on and off the boat requires good mobility

• Embarking port: Ålesund

• Available period: 1-30 October

• Transportation: Bus, ferry

• Meals: Coffee/tea

• Clothes: Hiking shoes, warm and windproof clothing

• We recommend having a backpack with a water bottle, extra clothing, camera, and sunglasses

Explore some of Norway’s most dramatic landscapes and see steep mountains plunge into the fjords. We’ll travel by bus from Urke and through the enchanting Norangsdalen valley. Soak in the scenery of the UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord from a ferry, before travelling up into the mountains for breathtaking views at Flydalsjuvet viewpoint.  

As we travel on to Eidsdal, you’ll feel like you’re flying as we take ‘The Eagle Road.’ This steep route consists of 11 hairpin bends that offer a spectacular vista at each turn. A ferry transports us from Eidsdal to Linge as we head to the small village of Stordal, where we can enjoy a tasty bite and a drink.  

We end the day in cultural Ålesund, a town best known for its Art Nouveau architecture.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

This excursions has it's last season and will not operate in 2026.

• 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.

• Enjoy a guided walk around Trondheim, Norway’s former capital

• Pass sights such as Stiftsgården and the statue of Viking King Olav Tryggvason

• Admire famous Nidaros Cathedral from the outside and the inside

• See the old city bridge Gamle Bybro, entrance to trendy Bakklandet district

• Embarking/disembarking port: Trondheim

• Available: 1 Jan - 31 Dec, except 24 Dec

• Clothes: Hiking shoes, warm and windproof clothing

• No guiding inside the Nidaros Cathedral

• See the cathedral from the outside and get entrance to the Archbishop's Palace on Sundays and bank holidays due to the church service.

• The walk is approximately 5km

Join us on a guided walk through Trondheim and get ready to learn all about this historical city. We’ll begin at the harbour which was developed during the second half of the 19th century, before walking up to Stiftsgården, the royal residence in Trondheim. Continuing on to the market square, you’ll be able to take a closer look at the towering statue of the city’s founder, Viking King Olav Tryggvason.  

From here, we’ll walk to Nidaros Cathedral, where you’ll get a chance to step inside Norway’s national shrine, and the world’s northernmost cathedral. Get your camera ready as we pass the old city bridge Gamle Bybro, with its red, pointed archways. The bridge is known to the locals as “The Portal of Happiness”, a nickname coined in a popular waltz by 20th century Norwegian singer and composer Kristian Hoddø. Enjoy the view of the colourful wharves along the river Nid before we make our way back to the pier.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Kayak the Nid River as it meanders around Trondheim’s Old Town

• See some of Trondheim’s main attractions from the water

• Wave back at the locals and other visitors to the city you’ll be paddling past

• Enjoy this active tour of Trondheim together with experienced instructors

• Embarking/disembarking port: Trondheim 

• Available: 1 Jan - 31 Dec, except 24 Dec

• Transportation: Taxi

• Meals: Chocolate and a drink

• Clothes: Dry suits are available between 1 Nov - 1 Apr. Life jackets and waterproofs are provided.

• Minimum age: 6 years old when accompanied by an adult

• Though you are escorted by a kayak instructor, this is not a guided tour

One of the most unique ways to see the sights of Trondheim is by exploring its waterways. That’s exactly what’s on offer as part of this urban kayak tour along the river Nid which weaves its way around Trondheim’s charming Old Town. This gentle activity is great fun for families, and suitable even for those who’ve never kayaked before.  

We’ll begin by the harbour, and glide past the colourful wooden buildings of the wharves before paddling into the city’s smaller channels. Here, you’ll get a chance to see some of the most famous landmarks, like Nidaros Cathedral, Kristiansten Fortress on a nearby hilltop, and the popular Marinen Park.  

The river Nid is also known to be a great fishing spot. You’ll have no trouble finding trout throughout the river, and you might even come across salmon in the lower reaches. Every year, salmon is caught here weighing more than 20kgs!

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Explore Trondheim by bike, accompanied by a professional guide

• Pass the city’s several landmarks and admire the views

• Ride alongside local Norwegians who regularly use the same cycle lanes

• Enjoy coffee and pastries at a café in the Bakklandet area

• Embarking/disembarking port: Trondheim 

• Available: 3 Apr - 2 Sep

• Meals: Coffee and pastry

• Clothes: Sturdy shoes and warm clothing for cycling

• Participants must be at least 12 years-old or 150 cm tall

• Baby trailers and child seats are available

A lot of effort has been put in to make Trondheim the most bike-friendly city in Norway. The city now has more than 5km of red cycle lanes running through its centre. Today, we’ll join the countless locals that cycle and embark on a relaxing bike tour of Trondheim. 

We’ll start from where the ship is docked and cycle along the fjord, before crossing the new bike bridge. This bridge offers some great views of Munkholmen island, Trondheim’s version of Alcatraz. From here, we’ll cycle via the neighbourhood of Ila along the river Nid, where you’ll spot the impressive Nidaros Cathedral.  

Entering the buzzy Bakklandet district, we’ll stop for coffee and pastries at one of the many cosy cafés in the area. Heading back to the ship, we’ll cross the historic district and the modernised part of the trendy Solsiden area, a former shipyard which has become very popular with the locals.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Enjoy a guided tour around the town of Bodø

• View the Saltstraumen tidal current from shore

• Take home a pack of salt flakes produced at Saltstraumen

• Look out for sea eagles which inhabit the surrounding area

• Embarking/disembarking port: Bodø

• Available: 2 Jan-30 Dec, except 24 Dec

• Transportation: Bus

• Clothes: Hiking shoes, warm and windproof clothing

• There is an automated audio guide available in multiple languages

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

• Meet the Vikings (winter)

• Meet the Vikings (summer)

• Highlights of Lofoten

• Lofotpils Brewery

• Farm Visit in Lofoten

Today’s tour begins in the town of Bodø, just north of the Arctic Circle. With around 50,000 inhabitants, this is the second-largest town in Northern Norway. From there, we’ll continue on to Saltstraumen, passing fantastic scenery on the way.  

Saltstraumen has existed for about three thousand years and has never failed to amaze its visitors. Here, the water speeds reach up to 20 knots, and up to 400 million cubic meters of seawater forces its way through the 150 metre-wide-strait every six hours.  

After you’ve admired the strongest tidal current in the world, you’ll be given a box of salt flakes produced here. It takes 48 hours to separate the unique minerals from the water. Just like snow crystals, salt crystals are unique, shaped by the combination of water temperature, season, and humidity at Saltstraumen. Take the salt back home with you and impress your friends with an Arctic addition to your cooking.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Get close to Arctic nature and see beautiful sights

• Learn about the culture, history, and geology of the Norwegian coast

• Be guided and taught by knowledgeable local guides

• See Viking graves and discover more details about Viking history

• Embarking/disembarking port: Bodø

• Available: 2 Jan-30 Dec, except 24-26 Dec and Easter

• Transportation: Bus

• Clothes: Hiking shoes, warm and windproof clothing

• Walking sticks and spikes are provided on request

• The walk is approximately 3km long

• Meet the Vikings (winter)

• Meet the Vikings (summer)

• Highlights of Lofoten

• Lofotpils Brewery

• Farm Visit in Lofoten

Join us for a guided walk along the Norwegian coast and gain a deeper appreciation for the country’s dependence on the ocean. Experienced guides will take you on pathways along the shore and across sandy beaches, pointing out interesting views or wildlife species along the way. Perhaps you’ll spot an eagle flying over the sea, or even an Arctic fox foraging for food.  

Along this coastline, many Viking graves have been discovered over the years. They typically appear as grassy knolls, hiding history and Nordic heritage. Our guides will take you to see one of them., As you walk together, they’ll share their knowledge of the town of Bodø’s history, and of the geology of the coast. 

A devotion to and harmony with nature is deeply ingrained in Norwegian culture, encapsulated by the word friluftsliv, a Norwegian expression meaning “outdoor life”. As you listen to the waves and feel the fresh air on your skin, you’ll no doubt gain a greater understanding of this word.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Guided bus tour from Stamsund to Svolvær

• Visit a reconstruction of the largest longhouse every found from the Viking Age

• Take part in an authentic Viking ritual in which we toast to the Old Norse gods

• Enjoy a traditional Viking meal with mead, the drink of the gods

• Disembarking port: Stamsund

• Embarking port: Svolvær

• Available period: 4 Nov – 3 Apr, except 24-26, 31 Dec and 1 Jan

• Transportation: Bus

• Meals: Dinner, mead

• Clothes: Comfortable shoes and warm clothing

• The visit at Lofotr Viking Museum is approximately one hour.

• Arctic Coastal Walk

• Experience Bodø and Saltstraumen

Today, we will be visiting the Lofotr Viking Museum, where you can visit a reconstruction of the longest longhouse ever found from the Viking Age. The first longhouse was built around 500 AD. The chieftain’s home at Borg was inhabited until around 1000 AD.

The smell of tar and bonfire greet you as you step over the threshold. Flickering light from oil lamps illuminates the beautiful craftsmanship, ornamentation and architecture of the chieftain’s home. The chieftain and his wife invite us to an authentic Viking meal. Watch as the Vikings make a sacrifice to the Old Norse gods, pray for good health, prosperity and for the sun to return to avoid Ragnarok, or Armageddon.

After enjoying the Viking meal, which is served with mead – the drink of the gods – you’ll be able to look around the longhouse before the tour continues by bus to Svolvær and you return to the ship.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Visit Lofotpils, a local brewery in the Lofoten Islands.

• Learn about the brewery’s history.

• See how Lofotpils brews its quality beer on site.

• Taste local beer in a beer-tasting session.

• Embarking/disembarking port: Svolvær

• Languages: English and Norwegian

• Available period: 4 Jan - 19 Dec

• Transportation: A short, 275-yard walk

• Clothes/footwear: Comfortable shoes and warm clothing

In 2006, a local beer enthusiast repurposed an old fish-landing facility from 1937 in the centre of Svolvær, turning it into the site of Lofoten’s first brewery. On today’s excursion, you’ll meet the brewery’s owner, Thorvadur, and take a tour of the building.

Our guided tour will take you around Lofotpils, the only craft brewery in Lofoten, where you’ll learn all about the beer-making process, from start to finish. You’ll also hear about the history of the brewery, and how the special conditions of Lofoten’s water made it possible to embark on this ambitious enterprise.

At the end of the tour, you’ll taste some of the beer brewed here in a beer-tasting session. All Lofotpils beer is brewed using fresh water from the Lofoten mountains. This gives the beer a fresh and unique taste, offering you the freshness and beauty of the mountains of Lofoten with every sip.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Discover the Sámi people and their nomadic way of life 

• Hear a performance of traditional joik music and drink chaga tea 

• Get a chance to meet and feed some reindeer 

• Disembarking/embarking port: Bodø (bus from quay) 

• English-speaking Sámi guides 

• Available: 1 Nov-15 May  

• Transportation: Bus 

• Meals: Lunch, with reindeer meat, chaga tea, and coffee 

• Toilets available at camp 

• Clothes: Comfortable, warm and windproof clothing. Shoes with good grip.    

• Wheelchair accessible: Yes, with modification on bus

• Min. passengers: 8 (12 if booking with German guide) 

Discover the world of the nomadic Sámi people as we visit a family at their Saltfjellet camp near Bodø. The Oksal family, and in particular Anne Margrethe, will show you their lifestyle and talk about their culture, history and traditions.  

You’ll be invited to taste reindeer meat and sip chaga tea, as well as listen to joik – an ancient form of Sámi music and song. Chaga tea, which is made from a fungus that grows on birch trees, is revered by the Sámi as having almost magical properties when drunk around the fire in the lavvu, their traditional tents.  

If anyone wishes, they can say hello to the reindeer who wander around the camp, and perhaps feed them with lichen.  

• 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.

• 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.

• Take a fact-filled guided walk through the Arctic capital

• Visit the Polar Museum and learn about Tromsø’s polar history

• Grab a local Mack beer at Ølhallen, the oldest pub in Tromsø

• Embarking/disembarking port: Tromsø

• Available period: 5 Nov-4 Apr, except 24-26, 31 Dec and 1 Jan

• Meal: One beer or mineral water

• Clothes: Hiking shoes, warm and windproof clothing

Join us on a walk through Tromsø where a local guide will tell you all about the city’s history. You’ll meet your guide on the pier where the ship is docked and walk along the shore to the Polar Museum. On the way, you’ll pass the statue of famed Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen, a hunting monument, and the market square which offers a clear view of the Arctic Cathedral.  

The Polar Museum has made its home in an old customs house from the 1830s, featuring exhibits and artefacts the chronicle Norway’s proud polar history and the many expeditions that ventured north to explore the Arctic. 

The tour continues along the main street to Mack Brewery and Ølhallen, Tromsø’s oldest pub, where you can enjoy a beer from the world’s northernmost brewery. This used to be a popular meeting place for fishermen, hunters, and polar explorers.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Ideal for beginners who want to learn the basics of skiing

• Practise on easy, flat terrain with soft snow

• Enjoy the fresh air outdoors, scenery, and maybe even the aurora

• Relax by the bonfire with a hot drink and local snack

• Embarking/disembarking port: Tromsø

• Available period: 1 Dec - 1 May

• Transportation: Bus

• Meals: Hot drinks and lefse, a local Norwegian snack.

• Clothes: Winter shoes and warm clothes, including a windproof jacket/trousers, hats and mittens are essential. Winter clothing is not included on this excursion.

• Minimum age: 8 years old when accompanied by an adult.

• Most of the excursion is on flat terrain, but good mobility is still needed.

This tour is a fantastic introduction to cross-country skiing. First, our experienced skiing instructors will teach you some basic techniques, from how to get your skis on and off, to how to ski across a flat area.  

Once you’ve picked up these basic skills, we’ll take you skiing along flat terrain, most of which is on pre-scouted trails suitable for your level. Take in the beautiful scenery as you slide gently along the top of Tromsøya Island, a short drive from the city centre.  

As you become more accustomed to skiing and get more confident on the snow, your instructors will introduce more techniques along the route. By the end of the tour, you might even be able to navigate up and over small hills.  

During the trip, we will have a stop where the guide will offer some warm juice and a piece of local pastry.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Experience walking over the snow with modern snowshoes

• Enjoy being outdoors, admiring the white winter Arctic landscape

• Learn more about the nature of the local area with a knowledgeable guide

• Relax by the bonfire with a hot drink and snack, perhaps with the aurora above

• Embarking/disembarking port: Tromsø

• Available: 1 Dec - 1 May

• Transportation: Bus

• Meals: Hot drinks and lefse, a local Norwegian snack.

• Clothes: Winter shoes and warm clothes, including a windproof jacket/trousers, hats and mittens are essential. Winter clothing is not included on this excursion.

• Toilet facilities are available.

Today, you’ll relish the opportunity to try a classic Norwegian winter activity: snowshoeing. You’ll start this excursion with a short bus ride that takes you to the top of Tromsøya Island. The mainly flat area is a patchwork of snow-dusted birch and spruce forests, and a few gentle slopes. 

With modern snowshoes strapped on, you’ll feel as if you’re floating above the snow as we set off on a short walk. Breathe in the crisp winter air, take in the winter scenery as you go, and listen to your guide talk about nature in the surrounding area and everyday life here in the Arctic.  

Follow the guide through the forest to a clearing where we’ll set up a cosy bonfire. Enjoy a hot drink and a sweet snack while swapping stories around the fire, or relive some childhood fun by sledding down the slopes on a simple toboggan.

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.

• Enjoy a guided tour of the fascinating island of Magerøya

• Explore the fishing villages Skarsvåg and Kamøyvær

• Visit the charming ‘Christmas and Winter House’

• See the artwork of a local artist in her gallery ‘West of the Moon’ in Honningsvåg

• Embarking/disembarking port: Honningsvåg

• Period: 2 Jan-31 Dec, except 24-25 Dec

• Transportation: Bus

• Meals: Cake

• Clothes: Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing

• Sámi Culture

• Snowmobile trip in the Arctic

Experience the magnificent sights and culture of Finnmark county. Starting in Honningsvåg, we’ll journey through fantastic scenery while our guide tells us about local history. 

First, we head to the world’s northernmost fishing village, Skarsvåg, where we visit the cosy ‘Christmas and Winter House’ and meet its owner Heidi, who will give us more insight about life in the Arctic. With festive music playing and rooms sparkling with decorations, there is a range of locally produced items available to peruse. We’ll also be able to enjoy a hot drink and slice of cake here.

We then head to the fishing village of Kamøyvær. Bustling with busy fishermen and a small fishing fleet bobbing on the water, we explore the picturesque harbour. Back in Honningsvåg, you’ll also visit the quaint gallery of artist Eva Schmutterer. The exhibition displays arts and crafts inspired by the surrounding landscape.

Weather permitting, we stop at the Tufjorden viewpoint to get a glimpse of the ‘Hornet.’ This natural rock formation is a sacred place for the Sámi people.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Drive a snowmobile over the mountain between Kjøllefjord and Mehamn

• Hear the guides tell their stories about life in the Arctic region

• Look to the skies for a chance to see the magical Northern Lights

• See the world’s northernmost mainland town, Mehamn

• Disembarking port: Kjøllefjord

• Embarking port: Mehamn

• Available period: 15 Dec-30 Apr, except 24 Dec and 1 Jan

• Transportation: Bus and snowmobile

• Meals: N/A

• Clothes: Comfortable shoes and warm clothing. Thermal clothing is provided.

• Subject to weather and snow conditions

• Minimum age: 6 years old when accompanied by an adult

• Valid driving licence required

• The North Cape

• Birdwatching Safari

• Fishing Village Visit

This awe-inspiring excursion across the Nordkyn Peninsula will be a day you won’t forget. Experienced instructors will provide proper training before you hop onto your own snowmobile for this exciting trip through spectacular scenery.  

Starting from the old trading post and fishing village of Kjøllefjord, we’ll travel over the mountains to Mehamn. Discover snow-clad valleys, breathe in the fresh mountain air, and gaze in amazement at the stunning mountains that surround us. 

Along the way, the guides will share their knowledge of the areas we see, including the indigenous Sámi people, their herds of reindeer, and what life is like in this extreme landscape.  

If you’re here in winter, you may be treated to a display of the aurora borealis above, especially during the Polar Night period when the sun doesn’t rise above the horizon. In spring, the sun returns, its light reflecting off the snow and illuminating the beauty of the mountains and valleys.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

• Explore the Nordkyn Peninsula at the top of Europe

• Meet a warm and welcoming Sámi family of reindeer herders

• Listen to their experiences of everyday life and hear local folk music

• Taste traditional reindeer and see some of their beautiful handicrafts

• Disembarking port: Kjøllefjord

• Embarking port: Mehamn

• Available: 20 May - 31 October

• Transportation: Bus

• Meals: Dried reindeer meat

• Clothes: Comfortable shoes and warm clothing

• The North Cape

• Birdwatching Safari

• Fishing Village Visit

Discover the amazing story of the Sámi, an indigenous people living in Europe's northernmost region. Renowned for herding reindeer, their distinctive duodji traditional handicrafts, and their affinity with nature, the Sámi are a people rich in culture and history.  

Sápmi, as the Sámi call it, is their territory area that extends from the middle of Norway to the northwestern tip of Russia and includes northern Sweden and northern Finland. Life as a Sámi reindeer herder is nomadic, following the reindeers’ instinctive migrations, from the inland plains to the coast in April and back again in September.  

On this excursion, you’ll meet a family whose reindeer are at summer pasture on the Nordkyn Peninsula. While the animals graze elsewhere, we’ll come into the lavvo tent and sit around the glowing fire. Listening to their colourful tales and joik chanting and enjoying a helping of dried reindeer meat, you’ll get a real taste of Sámi life.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.