Andalsnes: all 20 tours and excursions for your cruise
The troll road & cable car
- Cruise line: Silversea
Embark on an unforgettable journey starting from the picturesque pier, where you'll board a comfortable coach heading into the breathtaking Romsdal Valley. Your guide will share captivating stories and insights about the region’s rich history and stunning geography as you traverse this scenic landscape. Ascend the legendary Trollstigen mountain road, renowned for its 11 hairpin bends and cascading waterfalls. Feel the thrill as your coach navigates this iconic route, culminating at...
Fjord kayaking
- Cruise line: Silversea
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. Note Please...
E-bike & hike
- Cruise line: Silversea
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,...
Romsdalsfjord by rib
- Cruise line: Silversea
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...
Rampestreken hike
- Cruise line: Silversea
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 StepsAltough 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...
Romsdalen cable car & nature walk
- Cruise line: Silversea
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 GondolaThe 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...
Norwegian farm visit
- Cruise line: Silversea
Make an enjoyable visit to the idyllic 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...
Stave church, troll wall and troll road
- Cruise line: Silversea
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,...
Rauma valley by train and bus
- Cruise line: Silversea
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...
Nuclear power plant in olkiluoto and panoramic landscapes of rauma
- Cruise line: Silversea
Explore the history and operations of one of the top power plants in the world during this informative, half-day excursion to Eurajoki. Rauma, Eurajoki, Olkiluoto Nuclear Power Plant Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to Eurajoki, and a visit to the Olkiluoto Nuclear Power Plant. The Olkiluoto Nuclear Power Plant units rank among the top power plants in the world, and their operating history have been a success story of Finnish electricity production....
Omenapuumaa nature trail
- Cruise line: Silversea
The name Omenapuumaa does not necessarily come from growing apples or wild apple trees. Most likely, the name of the island, now the cape, is a translation of the Swedish word Åminnebo. In this case, the name refers to the settlement at the mouth of the river. The area, which has been protected since 1979, is in any case an old cultural environment, where there are still remnants of island agriculture. After more than thirty years of relaxation, the nature that gives the area its stamp are the...
Old rauma walk exploration
- Cruise line: Silversea
Enjoy a half-day (3.5 hours) walking tour of Old Rauma, the best-preserved area of wooden houses in the northern countries and a UNESCO World Heritage site. See the historic buildings, most built after a great fire in the 17th century. This historical area is full of modern life, too; people live and work here every day. Embark from the pier and board your coach for the short drive to Old Rauma. Experience the history and idyllic atmosphere as you follow your guide through the narrow streets of Old...
Bothnian sea national park and kylmäpihlaja lighthouse island
- Cruise line: Silversea
Experience a trip on the sea around the Rauma Archipelago and a guided tour of the essential areas of the new Bothnian Sea National Park.Embark from the Rauma pier and board your coach for the short drive to the waterbus pier. Begin your cruise on the inner or outer deck of the waterbus. Listen as your guide gives details about the diverse nature of the national park and its history. Arrive in Kylmäpihlaja and enjoy a coffee or tea break complete with local pastry at a nearby café. Take...
Landscape of rauma and olkiluoto nuclear power station
- Cruise line: Silversea
See the stunning Finnish landscape and tour the visitor center of one of the top ranked nuclear power plants in the world on this educational excursion.Embark from the pier and board your coach for the 45-minute drive from Rauma to Eurajoki. Take in the panoramic views of the Finnish landscape along the way. Arrive at the Olkiluoto Nuclear Power Plant for your guided tour. Discover the Olkiluoto Visitor Center and see the Electricity from Uranium Exhibition, built by the Heureka Science Center in...
Rauma and the unesco world heritage sites
- Cruise line: Silversea
Experience history on a guided tour of Rauma's UNESCO World Heritage sites: the vibrant wooden town center of Old Rauma and the Sammallahdenmäki Bronze Age burial site. Embark from the pier and board your coach for the 30-minute drive to Sammallahdenmäki. Begin your 45-minute nature walk through the Finnish forest. Discover the burial cairns of Sammallahdenmäki. Explore these as a unique whole that illustrate the religious and burial traditions of the people who lived in West Finland...
Unesco world heritage sites of rauma
- Cruise line: Silversea
Take a stroll through the history of Rauma during this picturesque, half-day excursion to its two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Rauma, Sammallahdenmäki, Forest Walking Tour Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to the burial cairn area of Sammallahdenmäki, an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Situated in a wooded forest, this unique site embodies the religious and burial traditions of the people who lived in western Finland during the Scandinavian...
Old rauma walking tour
- Cruise line: Silversea
Explore the history and landmarks of Old Rauma on-foot during a scenic, half-day excursion to this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Old Rauma, City Centre, Narrow Streets and Lanes, Wooden Houses and Buildings Depart the pier for the short drive to Old Rauma, an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival at the city centre, take a guided walking tour of this old Nordic wooden town. Narrow, meandering streets and lanes are characteristic...
Rauma archipelago kayaking adventure
- Cruise line: Silversea
Embrace the pristine natural beauty of the Rauma Archipelago in a unique new way during this exciting, half-day kayaking excursion. Rauma, Otanlahti Bay, Poroholma Holiday Centre, Kayaking Base Depart the pier for the short drive to Otanlahti Bay. Upon arrival, proceed to the kayaking base at the Poroholma Holiday Centre. Here, receive your kayaking and safety instructions, along with your requisite safety and kayaking equipment. Afterward, embark your kayak and begin...
Bothnian sea national park & lighthouse
- Cruise line: Silversea
Explore the Bothnian Sea National Park and Kylmapihlaja Lighthouse Island during this panoramic, half-day excursion via water bus. Rauma, Water Bus-Ride, Rauma Archipelago and Islands, Bothnian Sea National Park Depart the pier for the short drive to the water bus port. Upon arrival, embark your awaiting water bus for the approximately 50-minute ride to the outermost of the Rauma islands, Kylmapihlaja Lighthouse Island. This island is one of the pearls of the beautiful...
Rauma bicycle tour
- Cruise line: Silversea
Experience the splendid beauty and history of Rauma in a unique new way during this invigorating, half-day bicycle excursion. Rauma, Bicycle Tour, Green Areas, Parks, Museums, City Centre, Sea Views Depart the pier with your guide for the short transfer via shuttle bus to the pier's gate. Upon arrival, receive your safety and bicycling instructions, don your bicycle helmet and begin your guided bicycle tour of Rauma. Ride through the outskirts, green areas, parks and beautiful...