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Journey by bus from Svolvær through some of Lofoten's most breathtaking scenery to the picture-perfect fishing village of Henningsvær, knwon for its world-class art galleries.

Highlights

Admire extraordinary summer scenery of the Lofoten archipelago

Enjoy the charm of one of the islands’ authentic fishing villages

Wander local areas on foot

Explore Lofoten and learn fascinating local history

How it works

Your tour begins in Svolvær, Lofoten's unofficial capital, where the twin peaks of Svolværgeita – the iconic "goat horns" of Mount Fløyfjellet – rise 150 metres above the town.

A scenic bus drive leads Henningsvær, passing Vågan Church, the largest wooden church north of Trondheim, with the sea on one side and steep mountain walls on the other. In Henningsvær, you can visit Gallery Lofoten, home to one of Norway's finest collections of North Norwegian painting from the golden age of the early 20th century.

On the way back to Svolvær, enjoy a stop at the SKREI Heritage Centre, which includes the Lofoten Museum, Gallery Espolin, and the Lofoten Aquarium. Learn how local fishermen and landowners lived throughout history at the museum, before heading to the gallery to admire unique portraits of Lofoten’s people. Check out the aquarium to see a variety of local marine life, including seals and otters, and of course the cod or skrei that gave the centre its name.

Before you book

Activity level

Easy: Suitable for most people

Group size

Groups up to 160 guests

Availability

Spring, Summer, Autumn

Transport

Bus with guide to starting point

Food & drink

No food or drink included

Voyages with this excursion

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

Available: Spring, Summer, Autumn

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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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