Viking Islands from Alesund: 5-Hour Private Group Tour

Viking Islands from Alesund: 5-Hour Private Group Tour

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About This Tour in Alesund

Make the most of your short stay in Ålesund with this half-day shore excursion designed for cruise passengers. Travel in comfort by minibus through the picturesque Art Nouveau center before heading to the surrounding Viking islands. Experience the charm of Norway’s quiet rural life—spot grazing sheep, goats, and cows, and uncover fascinating historical sites along the way. With a flexible pace, personal attention, and an itinerary designed to avoid the crowds, this tour is perfect for first-time visitors, mature travelers, and anyone eager to discover the authentic side of Ålesund. After exploring, your guide will happily suggest where to shop, enjoy a glass of local beer or wine, or taste fresh fish dishes straight from the fjords.

Why Visit Alesund?

Alesund, Norway offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Alesund provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Alesund

You can reach Alesund, Norway by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water for guests

What's Not Included

  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Soda/Pop
  • Coffee and/or Tea

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Additional Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

Fascinating landscape with magnificent energy of the Atlantic ocean

Our guide will hold the sing Uniktur

End Point

Ellingsøy

Our guide will hold the sing Uniktur

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point

Pickup Time: 20 minutes before departure

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Fascinating landscape with magnificent energy of the Atlantic ocean 20 minutes

Fascinating landscape with magnificent energy of the Atlantic ocean. The lighthouse was established in 1852, many times was exposed to fire, and was automated in 1982. The tower is open for tourists from May through October, and the old keeper's house has a café and an exhibition hall where artwork from local artists are displayed. There is also a small historical museum inside the lighthouse tower.

Panoramic platform on the island Godøy, with amazing... 20 minutes

Panoramic platform on the island Godøy, with amazing view over the Atlantic ocean, Ellingsøyfjord, Hessafjord, Sulafjord; islands Hessa, Ronde, Valderøy; Ålesund city center

The saga island holds the famous Giske Church, built in the 12th century 20 minutes

The saga island holds the famous Giske Church, built in the 12th century. Today the church is Norway's only marble church and is still in full use.

One of the best things to do in Ålesund is the Aksla Mountain 30 minutes

One of the best things to do in Ålesund is the Aksla Mountain. This is the perfect spot for enjoying two of the defining characteristics of the town of Ålesund: how it’s scattered across several islands stretching into the Atlantic Ocean, and its Art Nouveau style architecture. Ticket to the Panoramic platform - 100 NOK

Waldehuset was the only house in the eastern... 5 minutes

Waldehuset was the only house in the eastern district which was not burned down during the great fire of January 23rd, 1904. Listen to the incredible story of the miracle house.

Tour by the city center, exploring Art Nouveau...

Tour by the city center, exploring Art Nouveau style (jugendstil), miracle and mystery stories about city fire: where it began, why, who, how many...

The medieval market town of Borgund was, in...

The medieval market town of Borgund was, in the national context, the first ‘town’ in Sunnmøre in the middle of the 1100s. Archaeological finds have shown that humans have lived within the area of the present town Ålesund for about 9000 years. ‘Market Town Borgund’ flourished and the Giske clan on Giske, that was close to the throne, kept an eye on the place. In the 1100s Borgund was also the largest religious centre between Bergen and Nidaros/ Trondheim. The Borgund market town from the Viking era has provided countless finds during excavations and today the site is a part of the exhibitions making up the Sunnmøre Museum.

A panoramic viewpoint on island Hessa 10 minutes

A panoramic viewpoint on island Hessa. Amazing view over Borgund fjord toward the city center of Ålesund

The two old Skodje Bridges are arch bridges,... 20 minutes

The two old Skodje Bridges are arch bridges, the longest masonry arch road bridge in Norway. The old bridges still stand. After repairment, they are in good shape, and now are open only for pedestrians, for enjoin recreation and charming view toward numbers of fjords and dotted islands.

Ellingsøy is the second largest island in the Ålesund municipality

Ellingsøy is the second largest island in the Ålesund municipality. Before 1987, it used to be accessible from Ålesund only by boat or by road via Skodje bridges. When the subsea tunnel was built and opend by King Harold V in 1987, the connection between the island and the city centre become convenient. You will admire those charming villages, stretching along Ellingsøyfjord coastline.

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