• Spend a day on the road through Norway’s impossibly-scenic fjord and mountain country.
• Experience the country’s most twisted blacktop adventure: world-famous Trollstigen Road.
• See a cascading waterfall and the rock face alpinists from around the world come to tackle.
• Pass valleys where strawberries are grown, and fjord-side towns where furniture and ships are made.

• Ogle the anglerfish, herring, eels and others in aquarium tanks as large as a million gallons.
• See a breeding population of endangered Humboldt penguins who live here, and some harbor seals who drop by for snacks.
• Travel to and from the venue by coach, getting great views of Alesund’s Art Nouveau architecture.
• Snap jaw-dropping photos of this town’s incomparable ocean-and-island setting from atop Mount Aksla.

• Experience the Summore Museum, a completely unique open-air venue featuring over 50 rural houses.
• See an extensive collection of period boats, including a replica of the legendary “Kvalsund” – oldest complete Viking ship ever found in Norway.
• Travel to the venue by coach and enjoy great views of Alesund’s famous Art Nouveau architecture.
• Catch a panoramic vista of the city and its watery surroundings from the Mount Aksla viewpoint.

• Walk the enchanting streets of one of the last three Art Nouveau cities in Europe.
• View Alesund’s one-of-a-kind skyline up close and learn its astounding backstory.
• Come face to face with Rollo the Viking, discover of Normandy and forefather of William the Conqueror.
• Take an optional climb up the 418 steps to the lookout point of Mount Aksla for the best views of the city and surroundings.

• Enjoy a scenic road trip involving bridges, tunnels and islands as remote as they come.
• Tour Giske Island, childhood home of King Rollo – an indisputably larger-than-life Viking figure.
• Take a guided walk through an unspoiled and charming fishing village out on the tip of Godoy Island.
• Enroute, be treated to fine sightseeing of Alesund’s world-famous architecture and Mount Aksla views.

• Be awed by the steep mountainous landscape when viewing the incredibly serpentine Troll’s Path.
• Stop at spectacularly scenic lookouts and hear folk legends about the surrounding countryside.
• Behold the decoratively painted interior of the old “Rose” Church in Skordal.
• Snap photos of two historical cobblestone bridges from the new bridge that replaced them.

• Behold the wealth of Art Nouveau architecture that gives Ålesund its unique look.
• Learn about the 1904 fire that destroyed Ålesund, causing it to be rebuilt.
• See the Ålesund Church facade and many other Art Nouveau architectural treasures.
• Tie up your shoelaces and get ready to ascend. Gaze out over Ålesund from the elevated viewpoints on Aksla hill.

• Settle in for an enlightening drive around Ålesund that offers a historical perspective.
• Behold the wealth of Art Nouveau architecture that gives Ålesund its unique look.
• Browse the exquisite shops along the pedestrian-only street Kongens Gate.
• Tie up your shoelaces and get ready to ascend. Gaze out over Ålesund from the elevated viewpoint on Aksla hill.

• Take in the gorgeous panoramas during the drive and ferry ride to Runde Island.
• Learn about the enormous population of sea birds while exploring an environmental center.
• Watch a documentary on puffins and see a treasure recovered from a 1725 shipwreck.
• e to a seaside cliff where countless avian species nest during the summer.

Your tour adventure takes place on a Rigid Inflatable Boat - RIB. After being briefed on safety procedures, you’ll be suited up with a Personal Floatation Device before you head out of the harbor. Your boat will cruise the coastal waters around Alesund. Go as far as Runde Birdrock or into the sheltered waters of the inside of Alesund, depending on the weather. Your guide will look out for interesting wildlife, birds or even eagles. You can also get closer to a rock where seals are basking. Finally, after approximately 90 minutes of adventure, you’ll return to your ship.

Stunning scenery and the highlights of Alesund are yours to discover in this tour that takes you to the top of Mount Stranda by bus, ferry and cable car. A buffet style lunch at the top allows you to enjoy the views as you dine. Enjoy a short city sightseeing of some of the highlights of Alesund before heading for the fjords. Cross the fjord by ferry, and then drive up the mountain, with great views along the way. Arriving at Mount Stranda’s cable car station, a gondola takes you to the top, 3418 feet above sea level. Here goats graze during summer, and there is even snow in some areas. The panoramic view from Mt. Stranda reaches far and wide. From this privileged view point, you can see Geiranger Fjord, UNESCCO World Heritage site, and Jostedal Glacier, the largest in Continental Europe. As order of sites may vary, lunch will be enjoyed either before or after the gondola ride. After crossing the fjord by ferry, the tour will take a different route back to the pier, making a short photo stop (time permitting) at Mt. Aksla, for an unrivaled view of Alesund from this vantage point.

• Hike to the summit of Sugarlump Mountain, the highest point on nearby Hessa Island.
• Be awed by the views of Ålesund, the surrounding fjord and the distant alps.
• Pause along the way for photos and for the guide to describe the points of interest.

• Spend a day on the road through Norway’s impossibly-scenic fjord and mountain country.
• Experience the country’s most twisted blacktop adventure: world-famous Trollstigen Road.
• See a cascading waterfall and the rock face alpinists from around the world come to tackle.
• Pass valleys where strawberries are grown, and fjord-side towns where furniture and ships are made.

• Experience the Summore Museum, a completely unique open-air venue featuring over 50 rural houses.
• See an extensive collection of period boats, including a replica of the legendary “Kvalsund” – oldest complete Viking ship ever found in Norway.
• Travel to the venue by coach and enjoy great views of Alesund’s famous Art Nouveau architecture.
• Catch a panoramic vista of the city and its watery surroundings from the Mount Aksla viewpoint.

• Enjoy a scenic road trip involving bridges, tunnels and islands as remote as they come.
• Tour Giske Island, childhood home of King Rollo – an indisputably larger-than-life Viking figure.
• Take a guided walk through an unspoiled and charming fishing village out on the tip of Godoy Island.
• Enroute, be treated to fine sightseeing of Alesund’s world-famous architecture and Mount Aksla views.

• Be awed by the steep mountainous landscape when viewing the incredibly serpentine Troll’s Path.
• Stop at spectacularly scenic lookouts and hear folk legends about the surrounding countryside.
• Behold the decoratively painted interior of the old “Rose” Church in Skordal.
• Snap photos of two historical cobblestone bridges from the new bridge that replaced them.

• Ride several ferries through the pristine fjords that wind their way inland.
• Marvel at the seemingly endless natural beauty of western Norway.
• Drive through spectacularly scenic areas such as the narrow Norangsdalen Valley.
• Behold the UNESCO World Heritage site fjord Geiranger from a lookout point.
• Enjoy a four-course lunch of locally sourced Norwegian specialties at an inland restaurant.

• Settle in for a panoramic drive across the islands that shelter Norway’s western coast.
• Ride a ferry to and from Ona Island and enjoy the sweeping views from atop the lighthouse.
• Dine on the island of Finnøy at a seaside hotel that was once a trading post.
• Drive over the historically important, arched cobblestone bridges at Skodje.
• Admire Ålesund’s abundant Art Nouveau architecture that dates to the early 20th century.

• Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
• Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
• Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
• Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.

• Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
• Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
• Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
• Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.

• Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
• Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
• Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
• Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.

• Take inspiring selfies at the most photogenic attractions in Alesund.
• Follow tips from your selfie expert guide to ensure the very best pictures.
• Learn the historical significance of the locales while enjoying their dramatic settings.
• Enjoy free time at Kongensgate, a cobblestoned street lined with shops.
• Enjoy the view of Alesund from Mount Aksla.

• Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
• Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
• Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
• Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.

• Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
• Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
• Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
• Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.

To ensure that your shoreside experiences are as convenient and enjoyable as possible, we are delighted to offer a complimentary shuttle between your ship and the city center in every port where the ship is not docked within walking distance of the city center. This service runs continuously, aligning perfectly with your ship’s in-port schedule. Best of all, there’s no need to reserve your seat in advance. Simply make your way to the designated stop to board your shuttle, and you’ll be whisked away to the heart of the city. Additional information and schedules can be obtained by visiting the onboard Destination Services Desk during your voyage.

• Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
• Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
• Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
• Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.

• Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
• Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
• Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
• Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.

• Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
• Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
• Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
• Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.

• Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
• Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
• Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
• Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.