Norway · HISTORICAL TOURS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 historical tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Hand-feed a herd of reindeer in Tromsø, warm up in a Sami lavvu, enjoy fire-cooked lunch, then hear yoik stories by the campfire.
“Wonderful day at the camp where more than 250 reindeers were waiting for us to feed them! Thanks to Johannes for telling us about the Sami in a very passionate and engaging way. Highly recommended!”
Gliding on a reindeer sled, feeding a calm herd, and warming up with Sámi food and stories in the Arctic near Tromsø.
“Apart from experiencing the reindeer sledding bucket list, feeding wild reindeers, majestic scenery, delicious soup, stand out was our question and answer and cultural talk by Sami guide (apology as I can’t remember the Sami name) , John . He answered all our questions with patience .”
Evening myths walk in Oslo: City Hall Viking legends, Christiania Torv, Akershus Fortress, and medieval justice with an English guide.
“We enjoyed 2 hours of well paced information, being taken round the sites in the city. Our guide was patient as we asked questions, told our own anecdotes or stopped to take pictures. She made sure that even in the dark (our tour was from 4.00 to 6.00 p.m. which in December in Oslo is dark) we missed nothing and her stories about Norse mythology and Trolls etc was all I hoped it would be. The tour ran to time and her English was very good, so you were understood and she could understand you. Always useful when you want an English speaking tour guide. Would definitely recommend this walking…”
Cruise on the historic Hermes II from Tromsø, see Arctic wildlife, and warm up with fish cake and hot drinks on a 2.5-hour fjord trip.
“We thoroughly enjoyed the excursion. The crew was very courteous and friendly. The bridge with the captain could be visited at any time. Despite the onset of darkness due to the time of year, it was still a memorable experience.”
A 3-hour small-group walk through Oslo’s royal, civic, and waterfront landmarks, ending at Deichman Library with great city context.
“Absolutely fascinating! Amazing city in an amazing presentation. We have visited places and I have never found myself, and heard information I would have never figured out alone. BEST tour I have ever been. So useful and entertaining. Well done! Book this tour if you have a chance!”
Ride the historic wooden boat Hermes II in Tromsø for fjord views, Arctic Cathedral photos, and onboard stories, snacks, and thermal gear.
“Fue un viaje espectacular, el capitán y su tripulación muy atentos y el recorrido fue increíble, bellos paisajes, embarcacion, limpia y segura, ampliamente recomendado.”
1-hour cruise on Hermes II in Tromsø: photo stops, heated lounge, hot drinks, and stories from a 1917 wooden cargo boat.
“Wonderful little cruise! The crew was very nice, joyful and told a lot of interesting stories about the ship and Tromso. They served coffee and patiently took pictures of us. We were able to enjoy stunning views of the city and surrounding snowy mountains. 1 hours was just the perfect amount of time. It was definitely one of the highlights of our trip, highly recommended!”
1-hour photo and history cruise on Tromsø waters aboard Hermes II, with an English guide and great city views.
“Very friendly and funny staff, well experienced. The trip is informative as well as fun. Highly recommend.”
Half-day photo and history tour from Svolvær, with fishing villages, Lofoten Cathedral, Vikings, WWII sites, Henningsvær, and Gimsøy Church.
“We had a fantastic tour on a day that was very snowy. V was a knowledgeable and very friendly tour guide full of lots of historical and present day information. Great lunch stop. Highly recommend.”
Guided historic walk along Oslo’s Akerselva River, end at Beierbrua waterfall, with a Mathallen food stop, in English.
“A short and very nice walk along the river while learning about Oslos industrial past and how the buildings have been transformed for today’s modern life.”
3-hour Oslo history and food walk with Scandinavian kitchen tastings near Aker Brygge and Akershus Fortress.
“The food is good. Guide was not. She started by sending me 8 messages changing time & meeting place twice. She talked non stop repeating herself often and giving us much wrong information. We walked at least 4 miles. At the end sh”
Walk Oslo’s highlights in 3 hours, from royal intrigue and Nobel Peace history to the Opera House, library, and harbor views.
“The best tour I ever had. Our guide was really amazing. I definitelly reccomend it without any doubt!”
Taste Tromsø on a 3-hour food walk with fish stop stories, Domkirke exterior sights, a Snorre Art snack, then a full lunch.
“Fun and interesting food adventure with a lovely guide and a beautiful but doable walk around downtown.”
A 2-hour private walking tour through Oslo’s Jewish landmarks, from early settlement sites to Parliament and the synagogue area, in English.
“Rami’s tour was comprehensive and informative. He shared his knowledge of Norwegian history to provide context for the experience of the Jewish people in the past and present. He is responsive to questions and is an engaging tour guide.”
Ride a small-group e-bike tour through Tromsø’s highlights and history, with stops like Polaria, Telegrafbukta, and Skansen Festningsverk.
“Guide gave a great tour, bikes were in great shape, and the views were amazing”
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