Alesund Shore Excursion: From Fjords to Trolls

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Summary

Starts
Storneskaia
Duration
7 Hrs. 30 Min.
Languages
German, English, Italian, French, Dutch, and Spanish
Difficulty
Easy
Admission
Mobile ticket

Description

Embark on an adventure from Alesund to immerse yourself in Norway's fjord scenery and the legendary land of trolls. This full-day guided tour takes you through Valldal and past the dramatic depths of the Gudbrandsjuvet Gorge. Master the famous Trollstigen road twists and see the mighty Stigfossen waterfall.

With a duration of 7 hours 30 minutes, it's the perfect way to enrich your experience in Alesund. Travelers have rated this tour 4.7 out of 5 stars in 268 reviews.

Your journey begins near the port, where you'll meet your guide and hop aboard a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. As you leave the city behind, keep your eyes peeled for your first stop: the Kokarsteinen bakery. Here, snap a photo with the majestic Storfjord as your backdrop before continuing your adventure.

The next stop will be at Gudbrandsjuvet, a dramatic gorge carved by glaciers. It unfolds before you, whispering tales of its ancient formations. Head to the Trollstigen Plateau, where thrilling zigzag roads twist down the mountains. Take a moment at the platform to soak in the panoramic vista of the Troll Road snaking through the valley below.

Witness the power of the Stigfossen waterfall and stand at the base of Europe's tallest vertical rock face at Trollveggen. Then, before concluding the tour, we’ll drive along the Rauma River and have a photo stop outside Stordal Gamle Kyrkje.

Throughout the experience, a knowledgeable expert will guide you, offering valuable insights and information. The activity is offered in 6 languages: German, English, Italian, French, Dutch, and Spanish.

This exciting tour whisks you away in comfort and style, with round-trip transportation included. You can upgrade your experience by adding a delicious meal to make your adventure even more memorable. This optional extra will fuel your exploration and allow you to fully immerse yourself in the Nordic saga that unfolds before you.

The starting point for this ports of call tour is located in Alesund. The exact address is Storneskaia, Ålesund, Norway. The endpoint of the tour is located at Storneskaia, Ålesund, Norway.

Remember to look for our friendly staff in bright yellow vests waiting to greet you on the pier. To ensure a smooth start to your adventure, please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time. Remember, in Norway, "gate" translates to "street," so don't be confused if you see that on signage!

Reservations for this activity can be made for up to 15 individuals per booking. We recommend you review the "Included" and/or "Good to know" sections below for more details about the experience.

The cancellation policy for this experience is as follows: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Embark on an Alesund shore excursion and journey from majestic fjords to the mythical world of trolls. Reserve your spot now and dive into Norway's natural beauty and folklore.

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Included

Gudbrandsjuvet
Local guide
Multiple fjords
Option to Exclude or Include Lunch
Romsdalshorn
Sightseeing tour
Stigfossen (waterfall)
Trollstigen / Troll Road
Trollveggen / Troll Wall
Valldal, strawberry area

Destinations

Photo of aerial view of the city of Alesund , Norway.Ålesund

Options

Lunch Excl. Fjords and Trolls
Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes: Be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. These departure times are based on the schedule of the cruise ships.
Standard Tour Lunch Excluded: Lunch is Excluded in this price.
Coach or Mini bus: Excursion by coach/mini bus. Size of the vehicle depends on the final numbers of participants. High quality guided tour.
Venues and Visits: Ålesund, Stordal, Kokarsteinen, Valldal, Gudbrandsjuvet, Troll Road, Istradal, Troll Wall, Åndalsnes and Måndal.
Lunch Incl. Fjords and Trolls
Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes: Be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. These departure times are based on the schedule of the cruise ships.
Standard Tour Lunch Included: A delicious lunch buffet is included in this price.
Coach or Mini bus: Excursion by coach/mini bus. Size of the vehicle depends on the final numbers of participants. High quality guided tour.
Venues and Visits: Ålesund, Stordal, Kokarsteinen, Valldal, Gudbrandsjuvet, Troll Road, Istradal, Troll Wall, Åndalsnes and Måndal.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide in English due to mixed groups
Trollstigen is closed for the 2024 season. The risk of falling rocks poses too great a danger to keep the road open until adequate safety measures are implemented. Trollstigen plateau is still accessible. Due to the route change, we will not be able to visit Trollveggen on this tour.
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking "ship name"
Service animals are not allowed by default as other customers may have allergies, in case a service animal is needed please contact us
All vehicles support foldable wheelchairs
All terrain are wheelchair accessible
Contact us before booking if wheelchair ramp is needed!
Bring child/infant seats with you

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