Hafen
Andalsnes

Meet your guide at the pier and walk the short distance to the bike depot where you’ll be fitted with a helmet and e-bike. After an orientation and safety briefing, start your 15 km (9.3 miles) ride through Venjedalen Valley, heading towards Litlefjellet peak. Along the way, you’ll see well-known landmarks like Romsdalshorn, the Troll Wall, and Venjetindane.

Once the bike ride concludes, embark on a one-hour hike to the summit of Litlefjellet. At the top, take in the panoramic views, relax, and enjoy a selection of local snacks. Then, hop back on the bike and return the 15 km to Åndalsnes, completing a memorable journey through the valley.

After the short walk to the kayaking base in Åndalsnes, you will receive the equipment, be provided with a brief safety session, and details about the trip ahead.

While gliding on the calm waters, you’ll experience breathtaking views of the iconic Romsdal Alps. From your kayak, you’ll see famous peaks like Kirketaket, Loftsskarstind, and Klauva up close.

Kayaking is easy to get into, requires little time or effort, and offers an unforgettable way to connect with nature.

This hiking tour starts at the pier and follows a trail which ascends steeply until reaching the view point, Rampestreken, 537 metres above sea level. The locals love this hike, and they often do this as their daily exercise to be rewarded with a magnificent, breathtaking view.

Romsdalstrappa Steps

Altough considered as a moderate hike, \ the last part is quite steep. When you reach about 430m above sea level the trail steepens into stone steps, where the path is made durable thanks to wonderful pieces of stone construction works by Nepalese Sherpas. Worth a study itself, called Romsdalstrappa. The steps provide a solid path most of the way to the top. The path is well marked with signposts and red marks painted on trees and rocks.

Rampestreken View Point

From the Rampestreken view point, enjoy a 360 degrees view over the fjord, moutains and your ship.

Enjoy a spectaculr ride on The Romsdalen Gondola, Norway's longest cable car and continue with a scenic walk on the top of the Nesaksla mountain.

Romsdalen Gondola

The Romsdalen Gondola is Norway's longest cable car, and the bottom station is located right in the center of the mountaineering capital Åndalsnes. It has been built with innovative and sustainable solutions, and opened in May 2021.

Meet your guide on the pier, who will take you for a brief walk to the cable car station, where your short but incredible ride will begin.

Nesaksla Mountain Nature Walk

Upon arrival at the Nesaksla mountain, follow your guide thorugh some of the several hiking trails, featuring spectacular views of the fjords, your ship and majestic mountains. Walk for approximately 1 kilometre, while listening to your guides commentary. The hike ends at the gondola station at the top of the mountain, where you may choose to further enjoy the spectacular mountain views before taking the gondola down the mountain and returning to the pier.

Your adventure begins at the pier, where you'll take a short walk to your Rigid Inflatable Boat. After a brief safety briefing and some instructions, you’ll suit up in a windproof outfit and experience an exhilarating RIB ride through the Romsdalsfjord.

With its crystal-clear waters, towering mountains, and dramatic landscapes, this fjord is a true gem of Norway's west coast. As your Captain speeds through what appears to be a never-ending fjord you’ll be treated to stunning scenery and magnificent rock formations.  The RIB boat ride will last approximately one hour.

Visit the agricultural Woldstad Farm, nestled within the stunning Kyrkjetaket and Gjuratinden mountains, just outside the village of Isfjorden.

The farm carries on its family traditions established in 1654, with consistent ownership and operation by the Woldstad family. Today the farm's campus is made up of 12 buildings, some of which date back to the 1500s. The farm's original main barn is now a restaurant, converted with careful attention to preserving its original beams and other charming details.

Woldstad Farm

Depart by coach and drive just a short distance (10 minutes) to the lovely Woldstad Farm. Your host awaits you with a warm Norwegian welcome. Receive an introduction to what life is like on an old family farm, with a window on its history as well as the chance to experience Norwegian culture for yourself. Your host encourages questions, as the farm owners are passionate about sharing how life in this challenging (yet scenically beautiful) place has changed over the centuries.

Local Tasting & Svele Baking

After a tour, enjoy a tasting of local specialties made on the farm as well as produce grown here. Try the svele (a traditional, thick pancake), or some apple or blueberry pie, along with locally-made cheese and homemade jams. For food-lovers, the highlight of this tour is learning how to bake your own svele.

Take some time to wander the agricultural farm on your own, taking pictures, visiting the farm shop, the local art gallery, or just absorbing the beauty of the setting. Return to the pier.

Experience the magnificent beauty of the expansive Romsdal range and fjord during this scenic, half-day excursion through the Rauma Valley.

Åndalsnes Village, Romsdalsfjord, Rauma Railway Station

Depart the pier for the short, guided walk to the Rauma Railway Station. Åndalsnes is a beautiful village situated on the Romsdalsfjord, and terminus for the Rauma Railway line connecting the Romsdal district with eastern Norway and the capital, Oslo. Åndalsnes Village was bombed and almost destroyed during World War II, but it has been rebuilt along modern lines. The scenery is a dramatic; high mountains with jagged peaks surrounds the village.

Train-Ride, River Rauma, Mount Romsdalshorn, Trolltindane, Troll Wall

Upon arrival at the Rauma Railway Station, your tour begins with a panoramic train-ride. Your route follows the renowned River Rauma, which abounds with salmon and has been a favourite amongst English anglers for more than a century. To the left, take in splendid views of the approximately 5,085-foot-high (about 1,550-metre-high) Mount Romsdalshorn. To the right is the Trolltindane, whose towering peaks reach a height of approximately 6,168 feet (about 1800 meters), and the Trollveggen, or 'Troll Wall', whose vertical, overhanging wall is over 3,281 feet (about 1,000 metres) in height. A photo stop is made here on the return journey.

Lesjaskog Lake, Waterfalls, Kylling Bridge, Bjorli Railway Station, Valley, Troll Wall

Next, continue through the fascinating landscape along the River Rauma that descends from the Lesjaskog Lake, and forms many attractive waterfalls on the way. From here, cross over the Kylling Bridge, which offers a dramatic view down into the canyon approximately 180 feet (about 55 metres) below, with a foaming river at the bottom. Built exclusively from natural stone, this bridge is an impressive work of engineering. Upon arrival at the Bjorli Railway Station, which stands approximately 1,883 feet (about 574 metres) above sea level, board a coach and drive down one of Norway's most beautiful valleys, which features impressive peaks rising straight up from the valley floor. A photo stop is made at the 'Troll Wall' massif, which is popular among mountain-climbers. Afterward, re-board your coach and commence the short drive back to the pier.

Discover the spectacular natural topography and religious history of Norway during this picturesque, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Åndalsnes, Isfjorden Village, Leirheim Farm, Rødven Stave Church

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 35-minute minute drive to the Rødven Stave Church. En route, pass by the village of Isfjorden, noted for its little clothing and woodworking factories, and Leirheim Farm. Upon arrival at the Rødven Stave Church, a visit is made to this historic building, which dates from the 14th century and is now in the possession of the Society for the Preservation of Ancient Norwegian Monuments.

The wooden stave churches of Norway are the most famous and characteristic achievements of medieval Norwegian architecture. The distinguishing feature of their construction is the use of vertical planks, or 'staves', which are either anchored in the ground or connected to a horizontal base.

River Rauma, Mount Romsdalshorn, Trolltindane, Troll Wall

Next, re-board your coach and head back towards Åndalsnes, then proceed along the renowned River Rauma, which abounds with salmon and has been a favourite amongst English anglers for more than a century. To the left, take in splendid views of we have views of the approximately 5,085-foot-high (about 1,550-metre-high) Mount Romsdalshorn. To the right is the Trolltindane, whose towering peaks reach a height of approximately 6,168 feet (about 1800 meters), and Trollveggen, or 'Troll Wall', whose vertical, overhanging wall is over 3,281 feet (about 1,000 metres) in height and popular among mountain-climbers.

Trollstigen Road and Viewpoint, Stigfoss Waterfall

After driving close to the Troll Wall, head further up the valley to the Trollstigen Road (Troll's Road), which winds its way around 11 narrow, hairpin bends blasted out of the mountainside. Halfway up, the Trollstigen Road crosses the Stigfoss Waterfall, which features a fall of approximately 590 feet (about 180 metres). Your last stop is at the Trollstigen Viewpoint, located at the top of Trollstigen Road. Upon arrival, you may opt to ascend the 81 steps to the viewing area for spectacular panoramic views of your surrounds. At the conclusion of your visit, commence the approximately 45-minute drive back to the pier via the same road.