Norway · SAILING
Good sailing trips fill up weeks ahead and the short-season ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Cruise Oslo Fjord on a heated traditional sailing ship with a 13-language app, great photos, and a hop-off option at Bygdøy museums.
“The ship was very Nice and also de crew. The stop near de Folk Museum facilitates a visit.”
3-hour Tromsø aurora dinner cruise on a quiet hybrid-electric catamaran, with heated panoramic views and a 3-course Nordic seafood meal.
“The staff were amazing and went out of their way to meet the needs of everyone onboard. We were fortunate to also see the Northern Lights which the staff notified us as soon as they appeared. Dinner was incredible. It allowed us to experience traditional Norwegian cuisine and it was delicious. The meal exceeded my expectations.”
Relax on a traditional sailing ship for a 2-hour Oslo Fjord cruise past islands and the Opera House, with blankets and English audio.
“Beautiful day on the water to tour the city. Great way to start the trip. Definitely recommend including it on your vacation exploration.”
A 50-minute guided sail on a traditional wooden ship around Oslo Fjord sights, with warm blankets, an easy app guide in 13 languages, and a bar.
“Weather was good at 22C, and not much wind. Trip around the harbor was delightful. Sound system could be louder to hear it properly on upper deck. Crew was friendly, and the cute deck-hand was gorgeous with her long blonde hair, she is great for the job!”
Evening Oslofjord cruise on a wooden sailing ship with a Norwegian shrimp buffet, plus classic views of the Opera House and Akershus.
“Clear, warm, calm evening made all the difference. Check weather before you book and turn up early on evening to board and get a good table on deck.”
Glide past Tromsø fjords and islands on the Arctic Princess, warm in thermal suits, with fish soup and a chance to fish.
“It was very nice, instructive and the scenery was absolutely breath taking. The fishing part was fun and eating the caught fish just after was a delight.”
Luxury Northern Lights yacht cruise from Tromsø with hot tub, reindeer soup, and a small 12-person crew on Stella Oceana.
“Very nice yacht, food was delicious and Captain and his wife were amazing. The soup is delicious!! A bit pricey as you stay in the harbor and don’t veture out past the bridge.”
3-hour luxury catamaran cruise from Tromso with warm suits, Wi-Fi, fjord wildlife at Rya, and WW2 Tirpitz stories.
“This trip was awesome, we were made very welcome and comfortable on the catamaran. Our captain was very knowledgable and gave us great information about Tromso and its history, he had some amazing stories to tell, due to his family connections to Tromso. We would throughly recommend this tour and would not hesitate to do it again. Do not miss this tour in Tromso”
Andenes Arctic whale watching on a classic catamaran with marine experts, warm soup onboard, and Whale Pass rebooking if no sightings.
“Le seul bémol est la barrière de la langue le guide parle tres vite et notre niveau d'anglais est trop faible pour suivre.”
Private Arctic Queen fjord-style cruise from Tromsø with warm suites, included lunch and snacks, Tirpitz low-tide stop, small group.
“Save your money! It’s not what it looks like nor what they advertise. First of all, it’s not a yacht, it’s a small filthy and smelly boat. There are zero instructions nor directions as to what we’re doing or where we’re headed. The skipper is pretty rude. The boat doesn’t fit 11 but 6 people are best. There’s no seating for everyone. Overall a horrible experience and an expensive one. I blame Viator for selling experiences without knowing or any verification whatsoever. I also called Viator customer service and the girl that answered couldn’t get past her script. Zero customer service from Viator.”
Luxury Tromso sailing cruise through Balsfjorden with lunch, warm yacht comfort, and optional hot tub plus polar plunge for small groups.
“Just a lovely peaceful cruise around the fjord with some magical winter scenery. Bitterly cold but heart was warmed by the views and the fabulous soup”
4-hour small-group northern lights cruise on a Tromsø catamaran with warm suits, snacks, and onboard Wi-Fi for quick aurora photos.
“We didn’t see the northern lights our night out but it was such a great night learning about the animals and fiords of the area. Would do again!”
Luxury catamaran Northern Lights cruise from Tromsø with thermal suits, hot drinks, snacks, fishing gear, and fish soup on the return.
“Excellent tour. The captain made a delicious fish soup for us. We had a great time.”
A 3-hour luxury-style fjord cruise from Tromsø with thermal suits, warm Norwegian fish soup, and Arctic scenery around Eidkjosen.
“We loved it - made all the more special as we were the only couple. We did get a bit anxious when trying to find the yacht - instructions were perfect but there were lots of other trips at the same meeting point. The weather was v cold but sunny, it was a relaxing trip, not wind so calm water- an opportunity to fish, my husband failed to catch any! Our guide was so lovely and told us lots about Tromso & Norway. The soup he made was absolutely delicious - one of the best meals I have ever eaten - so tasty. Would highly recommended.”
3-hour Oslofjord dinner cruise from Akerhusstranda with a cold fjord-style shrimp buffet, photo-friendly sailing, and a cozy evening on the water.
“Leider war es keine Fahrt durch die Fjorde, sondern nur durch den Hafen. Zu Essen gab es leider nur Schrimps. Etwas enttäuschend.”
Every kind of day out on this coast, and the best of each.
