The Arctic Cathedral in Tromsø
Beautiful view of Tromsø from the Fjellheisen cable car, looking out across to the mountain above the city
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Discover the highlights of Tromsø on this guided bus tour, combining a cable-car ride to the top of Mount Storsteinen with visits to the iconic Arctic Cathedral and Full Steam Museum.

Highlights

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

How it works

The base for many historic Arctic expeditions, Tromsø is one of the world's great northern cities – and this guided bus tour takes in three of its finest attractions.

We begin with a ride up the Fjellheisen cable car to the top of Mount Storsteinen, 420 metres above sea level, where panoramic views across the city, fjords, mountains and islands unfold in every direction. Take your time on the plateau or stop for a snack at the Fjellstua restaurant.

Next, we visit the Arctic Cathedral – its soaring glass mosaic windows inspired by the Arctic landscape and now an iconic feature of the Tromsø skyline.

Our final stop is Full Steam, the world's northernmost coastal museum. Here you'll discover the maritime heritage of the region, the history and traditions of the Sea Sami, and the stories of sailors who navigated these unforgiving northern waters. Don't miss the Northern Lights exhibition, showcasing the aurora through the eyes of acclaimed Norwegian photographers.

Before you book

Activity level

Active: Good mobility needed

Group size

Groups up to 336 guests

Availability

Year-round

Transport

Bus with guide

Food & drink

No food or drink included

What to bring

Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing

Good to know

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 lift available at the moment.

Voyages with this excursion

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

Available: Year-round

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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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