Shore Excursions Ålesund: Highlights Ålesund & Islands
Overview
You will be able to see a 12th century marble church located on the island of Giske. Then through the underwater tunnel you will get to the Alnes – a charming fishing community, from where you can admire a unique view of the Atlantic Ocean. An interesting point of our trip will be a visit to the local lighthouse. The next and the last point of the trip will be a stop at the view point Aksla – the best place to enjoy a magnificent panorama view over the city and the archipelago.
For those who wish to walk down to the city center by the 418 stairs and take unforgettable photos, the tour will end here. The rest of the passengers will be taken to the starting point of our trip.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Photo stop at Giske church
- Visit to the Alnes lighthause
- Fantastic view from Mount Aksla
- Multi language audio guide system
- Back on time guarantee (for cruise ship passengers)
- Entry/Admission - Alnes Lighthouse
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Giske Kirke, Giske, Alesund 6052 Norway
Visit at the Sunnmøre’s oldest church .The church was originally built as a private chapel for the powerful Giske Family in the 1100s. Outside photo stop. No admission fee for outside visits.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Alnes Lighthouse, Stiftelesen Alnes Fyr, Alesund 6055 Norway
Trough the underwater tunnels we will get to the small village of Alnes - surfers paradise. Opportunity for great view of the rough ocean right in front of you. There will be possibility to buy a coffee & snacks at Alnes Lighthouse Cafe.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Aksla Mountain, Alesund 6002 Norway
Enjoy magnificent view over Ålesund City and surrounding islands from the highest point in area. Great opportunity for fantastic photos. Outdoor visit.
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Cancellation
The driver/guide was not very knowledgeable and did little to make the experience more enjoyable. Really, the whole itinerary seemed very “underwhelming.”
The driver/guide was not very knowledgeable and did little to make the experience more enjoyable. Really, the whole itinerary seemed very “underwhelming.”Marcel was very polite was a perfect guide. Excellent all around. Thank you marcel for a perfect tour
Marcel was very polite was a perfect guide. Excellent all around. Thank you marcel for a perfect tourTerrible expérience, the bus never showed up to pick us at the pier between the bus terminal and the pier as per instructed upon receptof tickets. We phoned the tour operator but no answer, we phoned Viator and talked with one of theor agent who then tried to phone the tour operator without any...
Terrible expérience, the bus never showed up to pick us at the pier between the bus terminal and the pier as per instructed upon receptof tickets. We phoned the tour operator but no answer, we phoned Viator and talked with one of theor agent who then tried to phone the tour operator without any luck either. All 8 cruise passengers were left stranded at the pier for 90 minutes! Do not book this tour, I am requesting a refund!The tour was very enjoyable. The tour guide was very informative and pointed out many scenic areas along the way. All the stops provided beautiful scenery and views with good descriptions from our guide
The tour was very enjoyable. The tour guide was very informative and pointed out many scenic areas along the way. All the stops provided beautiful scenery and views with good descriptions from our guideThe driver was late leaving, because waiting on a late ship. Therefore, he drove a little fast trying to make up time. The automatic recording in the bus did not explain where sites were (ie on the left or right). The bus was cramped.
The driver was late leaving, because waiting on a late ship. Therefore, he drove a little fast trying to make up time. The automatic recording in the bus did not explain where sites were (ie on the left or right). The bus was cramped.Ride thru 4 tunnels to outlying islands. Driver did little to none communicating. He left us at final attraction telling us we only had to walk down stairs & walk to our ship. At most 25 minutes. Well he did not tell us it was a steep 15 minute walk uphill first followed by another 15 minute walk...
Ride thru 4 tunnels to outlying islands. Driver did little to none communicating. He left us at final attraction telling us we only had to walk down stairs & walk to our ship. At most 25 minutes. Well he did not tell us it was a steep 15 minute walk uphill first followed by another 15 minute walk to reach the down staircase of over 430 steps!!