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Tromsø

1 Hour Photo & History Cruise

  • Hermes II boat
  • Guide telling stories to the group
  • The boat in the sea
  • View of Tromsø center from inside the boat
  • Hermes ll cups

Experience Tromsø from the sea on a relaxing cruise aboard the restored wooden boat Hermes II, built in 1917.

This tour is operated by Hermes II.

Join a one-hour cruise through the Tromsø Sound. Along the way, you can enjoy views of Tromsø and the surrounding mountains, take photos and explore the historic wooden boat.

The hosts will share stories about Hermes II and the places you pass. The cruise is also suitable for families, and children may have the opportunity to steer the boat with assistance from the skipper.

Coffee and tea are included. Snacks and soft drinks can be purchased on board. The boat has a heated indoor saloon and toilets, and thermal suits and blankets are available.

Minimum age to participate: None

Included:

• Norwegian- and English-speaking hosts
• Stories about Hermes II and the places you pass
• Coffee and tea
• Thermal suits and warm blankets
• Heated indoor saloon
• Personal safety equipment

Food and drinks: Snacks and soft drinks can be purchased on board. Guests may not bring their own food or drinks. Exceptions may be made for young children and guests with allergies.

Please bring: Warm clothing, a warm hat, mittens and warm footwear

Number of participants: Min. 1, max. 35

Level of difficulty: Easy

Meeting time and place: No later than 15 minutes before departure, directly beside the boat at pier 12 on the seaward side of Kystens Hus, Stortorget 1. The boat is called Hermes II.

Departure time: See the selected date when booking

Duration: Approx. 1 hour

Please note: The cruise may be changed, rescheduled or cancelled in challenging weather conditions.

Source: Visit Tromsø-Region