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Overview
Famed for its coastal beauty, Viking heritage, and scenic archipelago, Alesund is a gateway to Norway’s untamed beauty—and this half-day, private sightseeing excursion offers a stress-free way to see its highlights. Meet your guide in central Alesund at a time of your choosing, and set off. Visit historical highlights like the Giske Church, summit Mt. Aksla to take in panoramic views, explore several of Alesund’s neighboring islands, and learn all about its history.
Operated by
Uniktur
Ratings & Reviews
Average Rating
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BEST Alesund Excursion Offering
Nikki_H, Jun 2024
Mila was one of the best guides we've ever experienced!! Knowledgeable, professional, funny, and just all-around exceptional. The excursion was everything we were looking for. Book early; we were lucky to take advantage of someone's cancelation.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you so much for your enthusiastic review that inspires others! You are right that one need to book this tour in advance, as our availability is limited. More and more tourists are choosing private tours and we are happy to show our Alesund from all its beautiful sides!
Authentic tour with a knowledge and informative tour guide. Good value for the experience you get.
nedmijas, Oct 2023
Mila was an excellent tour guide. Very knowledgeable and informative. She provided time to explore things and took us to a variety of destinations around Ålesund. Mila also provided a Norwegian Snack for us to share. Mila was kind and helpful. I would highly recommend her as a tour guide.
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Thanks for your great review! We are very happy that you enjoyed your private tour of the Viking Islands! We are looking forward to your visit again, we have many interesting tours in Norway!
It is absurd that a small...
Mare, Aug 2022
It is absurd that a small Tesla was our means of transportation for 4 adults and a driver. We were packed in the back seat like sardines and it was so uncomfortable that one could not enjoy the experience.
Response from Host, Aug 2022
The car you called "absurdly small" was a Tesla Model S with a very spacious interior. If you felt discomfort, you should immediately tell about it and the guide could correct the situation on the spot. We have the same tour by minibus, perhaps you should have booked that one.
Tour started half hour late due to guide at wrong pier
Pam C, Aug 2022
We arranged this 7/28/22 tour for our group of eight and received an email confirmation from Radmyla Jacobson on 4/4/22 that said confirmed the starting time and said our guide would meet us at the pier, near the exit from the ship. Unfortunately, our guide and bus were not at the pier when we arrived. After making several phone calls to Radmyla, it was determined that our guide was at another pier. It turns out that there are two piers in Alesund. Who knew? (To make matters worse, our ship was a half hour early, so we waited one hour in total.) When I contacted Radmyla later (via email) to request some compensation for the unplanned half hour, instead of apologizing for the inconvenience, she responded by suggesting that she punish the guide who apparently cried when she told her and offered to return her tip. A simple apology would have sufficed.
Response from Host, Aug 2022
First of all, we expressed our deep regret about the situation with the unforeseen delay of the tour. This situation was stressful for both the guests and the guide, who did not give up, but tried to find the guests at the address indicated on the ticket. You said it right - "who knew". The local port authorities apologized for the inconvenience and lack of information only late in the evening after massive complaints from tourists and tour operators. However, it is very sad when a well-run tour is rated very low just for 30 minutes of discomfort. The guide tried to cheer you up by treating you to a local delicacy - brown cheese. The driver bought for you local strawberries - the pride and heritage of our region - organic strawberries from the famous Valldal valley. Norwegians live by the proverb - Take care of each other. The guide and driver took care of you, and you took care of them too, rewarding them with a tip. However, we were very surprised to receive a request for compensation. Already now we understand that you probably wanted compensation as a simple apology, but we thought you were demanding money. We are very sorry for the misunderstanding.
Itinerary
Destinasjon Alesund & Sunnmore
Meeting place according to an agreement
5 minutesAksla Mountain
Photo stop
20 minutesGiske Kirke
The Marble church, built in the 12th century. Photostop and story about this place and the Vikings island.
20 minutesAdmission IncludedAlnes Lighthouse
Through the subsea tunnel, we travel from the island Giske to the island Godoy. Here we visit the old fisher village Alnes with the legendary lighthouse. Spectacular view over Atlantic ocean and picturesque rural place from Medieval Ages.
20 minutesAdmission IncludedEllingsoy Church
Trough Subsea tunnels we drive to the longest island in Ålesund – Ellingsoy, then - Skodje - Moa business center - follow to Aksla Mountain by island Nervøy.
After Skodje Bridges, we drive back to Alesund center through the modern city part, with shopping centers, residential areas with one million dollars view from each window
From the island Ellingsoy, we proceed to the very picturesque area in surrounding of spectacular fjords, dotted island, connected by two old arch bridges. Walking/photostop
20 minutesAdmission IncludedAalesund Church
Your guide will tell you about the city fire in Alesund and our great hero who helped 10000homeless people to survive, who donated thousands krones for rebuilding the city, who actually built this stone church.
10 minutes
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Photostop Skodje bridges
- Photostop Mabel Giske church
- Panoramic view from Mount Aksla and island Hessa
- Local guide
- Sightseeing tour
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Admission fees
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Guide Languages
English
Russian
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.