Scandinavia · ALESUND TOURS
Good alesund tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Join an English-speaking guide such as Kira or Daniel for a 3.5-hour coach tour above Geirangerfjord. Stop at Flydalsjuvet, Djupvatnet, Dalsnibba Skywalk, and Eagle Bend, with sharp mountain roads, timed photo stops, and a return planned around your ship.
“This Tour is a must do if you spend a day in Geiranger, only term to describe: Breathtaking.”
Join a maximum of 12 people on a high-speed RIB from Geiranger Brygge. Your English-speaking driver takes you close to the Seven Sisters, Friaren, and Skagefla, with photo stops and stories about fjord life. Guides such as Mario and Uri are known for adding humor and local history.
“Incredible way to see waterfalls and scenery you won’t get to from land. Mario as an excellent guide, and made the activity more than just a trip to see waterfalls. It was my Girlfriends birthday who loves water, and more so waterfalls and Mario really added to the occasion. Norway is beautiful and this really was a worthwhile trip 🇳🇴🙏🏻”
Join Bonseye in Geiranger for a 75-minute guided RIB boat trip beneath the De Syv Søstre, Friaren, and Brudesløret waterfalls. English-speaking guides such as Geir, Alex, and Bjørn combine fast boat runs with local stories, mountain-farm history, and close views from an electric boat.
“Our guide was fabulous. He provided us with interesting facts and myths. He also handled the boat adventurously yet safe! Highly recommend.”
See Geiranger from an open-top double-decker bus on a one-day route linking the cruise terminal, Norwegian Fjord Centre, Westerås Farm, and Flydalsjuvet. Audio commentary comes in eight languages, with Wi-Fi and departures about every 30 minutes on cruise-ship days.
“Worth it for the view from the top. While there are only 3 stops on the route. Each stop was worth it. They gave good advice to start at the top and then do the stops on the way down. Tip is to walk down the last part by the waterfalls if you are of reasonable mobility.”
See Ålesund from an open-top double-decker bus with a multilingual audio guide, Wi-Fi, and unlimited hopping for one day. The route links the cruise terminal, Art Nouveau streets, Hessa views, Aksla Viewpoint, and Ålesund Aquarium, with 10% museum discounts included.
“Bus stops need to be more clearly marked. Also there was another sight seeing bus company and it was very confusing which is our bus”
Take a one-day open-top bus tour through Ålesund, starting at the Cruise Terminal or joining at any listed stop. Hear commentary in eight languages, visit Fjellstua, Sunnmøre Museum, the Art Nouveau Centre, and Ålesund Church, and use the included coupon booklet for city discounts.
“This was a very comprehensivit tour covering quite a lot of territory. there were a number of stops that I would have explored further but with limited time in port on a cruise ship it was really only a matter of choosing one or two stops so we stopped for the look out and then at the city prot area.”
At Geiranger Zipline Park, you can choose four ziplines over rivers and waterfalls, or add a self-guided via ferrata with four bridges and four ziplines. Expect English or Norwegian safety instruction, forest paths, steep climbing, and close views of Dynamite Waterfall. Jacob is among the staff praised for friendly help.
“Fun via ferrata climb/course. Great and easy for a first exposure to the style (from someone who has some strength training and easier levels of bouldering). Beautiful setting by the river and the waterfall. I only wish there had been a longer course! The zip lines where great fun and gave nice views of the surounding nature. Thanks for having me!”
Leave Ålesund for Storfjord, Valldal, Gudbrandsjuvet, Trollstigen Plateau, Stigfossen, and Trollveggen. Guides such as Lulu, Claudia, and Giulia add local stories, while an optional buffet lunch makes this a full day in the mountains. Check road conditions before booking, since Trollstigen may close.
“This was a great excursion and really got you out to see some of the beautiful natural beauty that makes up this part of Norway. That being said, it is a long day and mostly on the bus and the bus had some very steep steps which was a bit hard if you have limited mobility. But all in all a wonderful experience and well worth it!”
Ride Geiranger’s famous road in a climate-controlled bus, climbing 11 hairpin bends to Eagle Bend and viewing the Seven Sisters waterfall. You’ll also stop at Flydalsjuvet, with audio commentary in eight languages. This $78 tour suits cruise passengers who want major viewpoints without hiking.
“Beautiful scenery could not have done on our own , great deal”
Travel from Ålesund’s cruise pier to Sunnmøre Museum and Alnes Lighthouse on Godøy, with scenic island driving and a city-center pass through Brosundet. Expect an English or multilingual guide, a coach group of up to 45 people, steep museum paths, and narrow lighthouse stairs.
“This is a morning bus tour with thrre main stops. Pickup was at the pier where our shop was docked. Danny was an excellent guide. We got to see part of the old city as well as the islands.”
You’ll spend about three hours each way on a modern catamaran from Ålesund to Geiranger, with panoramic windows, outdoor decks, a snack kiosk, and an audio guide in 10 languages. In Geiranger, you have 1 to 3 hours for lunch, shops, waterfalls, or a short walk before the return sailing.
“Overall it was a great experience! I would recommend it highly! My only problem was getting there at the same time as a big cruise liner, to many people in a small place.”
From Bonseye in Hellesylt, you’ll ride a RIB boat for 75 minutes toward Geirangerfjord, stopping near De Syv Søstre, Friaren, and Brudesløret. English-speaking local guides such as Bente, Kim, and Ovi share stories as you skim close to the water in warm, waterproof outerwear.
“Great experience. Friendly and helpful staff. Excellent equipment provided.”
Start beside Ålesund’s city park, clip into safety lines, and climb solid rock toward Fjellstua restaurant. Guides such as Victoria, Alina, Lucas, and Mona have helped participants tackle the steep opening section. Expect about 35 minutes of climbing, a scenic bench, and stairs down.
“we had a wonderful tour guide. the beginning of the climb was the hardest and pretty steep sometimes. I wouldn't recommend for people who are afraid of heights. But it was a wonderful, exciting tour with great views!”
Sail five hours roundtrip from Ålesund on the vintage MS Bruvik, passing Trandal, Sæbø, and Urke before a one-hour stop in Øye. You get indoor and outdoor viewing areas, an English audio guide, and snacks for purchase. Bring your own food, since Øye has almost no services.
“My husband and I really enjoyed our day on the water! The weather wasn't the best but Victor and the crew made sure we had the proper gear for the outing! Rain coats, pants, boots, and gloves were all available for our use. Lunch was delicious. Staff was prompt at meeting point in the morning and very attentive to our skills and needs. we highly recommend this excursion.”
Take a four-hour guided catamaran trip from Geiranger through the full Geirangerfjord. See Seven Sisters, The Suitor, and Friaren Waterfall up close, taste fresh waterfall water, then spend 90 minutes exploring Hellesylt before returning.
“The proximity to the waterfalls and the water tasting were great.”
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