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A brisk half-day boat tour from Ålesund that stitches together seaside viewpoints, Viking-era Giske, a marble church, and the dramatic Alnes Lighthouse—complete with cake and coffee. Expect easy walking, wild ocean views, and a final drive through Ålesund's Art Nouveau center.
A brisk half-day boat tour from Ålesund that stitches together seaside viewpoints, Viking-era Giske, a marble church, and the dramatic Alnes Lighthouse—complete with cake and coffee. Expect easy walking, wild ocean views, and a final drive through Ålesund's Art Nouveau center.
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Operated by LocalTrips AS · Ålesund, Møre og Romsdal
You step off the boat and the wind arrives before you do—cold, sharp, full of spray and the promise of something maritime. The vessel has threaded between low, rocky islands, slipping past gray stone and stubborn pines, and now the shore at Alnes opens up: a whitewashed lighthouse, a small cafeteria, and waves that throw themselves at the skerries like challengers. For three hours and fifteen minutes this half-day outing lets Ålesund pull back its curtain—sea views, Viking-soaked beaches, an old marble church, and then a slow drive through the city so you know where you landed.
easy.
3–3.5 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; requires short, flat walks ashore and stable footing on a small boat.
The meeting point is close to the Ålesund cruise terminal (look for orange beachflags); in winter the meeting point shifts to just outside the tourist office—confirm at booking.
Yes; infants must sit on an adult’s lap, specialized infant seats are available, and child seating options exist for ages 4–15.
Cake and coffee or tea are included at the Alnes Lighthouse stop; there is also a cafeteria with additional options and restrooms on-site.
The boat and island stops involve boarding steps and uneven ground at shore stops, so accessibility is limited—contact the operator with specific needs before booking.
Tours may be canceled for bad weather or insufficient travelers; full refund if canceled at least 24 hours before departure under the operator’s policy.
Yes, the trip returns to the cruise terminal area and is often timed to allow for city sightseeing on foot; ask about scheduling if you have connecting plans.
Giske Island was a center of regional power in the Viking Age, and Giske Church preserves medieval marble elements reflecting early coastal ecclesiastical wealth.
The islands are small, ecologically sensitive communities—stick to marked paths, avoid disturbing bird nesting areas, and pack out any trash to protect fragile coastal habitats.
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