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Pass By: Tromso Fjords, Tromso Norway
This tour is conducted by Hermes II. Join the trip with the beautifully restored wooden boat Hermes II. You get to experience both the city and the islands around from the sea side, while you get to hear about the boat's exciting history.
All this while enjoying the nature and pleasant company. Feel the calm on board when we sail out of the harbor. Enjoy yourself on the deck and enjoy the nature around you. You will get a closer look at the islands near Tromsø from the sea side, while you get to hear about the exciting history of the boat and about the places we pass. There are also a lot of great photo opportunities along the entire route.
Excellent trip for both local and visiting guests, whether you want to enjoy the boating experience and the surroundings, or if you are passionate about old boats and history.
Welcome on board!
Pass By: The Arctic Cathedral, Hans Nilsens veg 41, Tromsdalen 9020 Norway
See The Arctic Cathedral from the sea side, and the opportunities for some great photos.
Pass By: Tromso Bridge, Tromso Norway
See The Tromsø Bridge from the seaside, and the opportunities for some great photos.
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Kystens Hus, Stortorget 1, 9008 Tromsø, Norway
2 hours 30 minutes(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : Seb T
Absolutely incredible. Some of the best views of my trip. Once we set off, around 20 minutes later we saw dolphins, then around 20 minutes later we saw seals! The crew are unbelievably friendly and have brilliant humor, they even let people into the cockpit and steer the boat! (Once again the captain was super friendly.) Once we came back down from the cockpit we were handed out fish cakes with tasted incredibly good, and the hot chocolate was also super good. Once we were coming back to Tromsø the crew invited us to be told all about the boats history (which I didn’t know a boat could have so much of a backstory.)
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Posted On : 2024-04-13
Posted By : klewi100
The ship is beautiful and historic and I knew I wanted to go on it when I saw it. To my surprise, Hermes II also had the best team I have ever experienced on a tour and I have done many all over the world. Each and every crew member, including the captain, had a real conversation with me sharing their experiences and asking about mine. They ensured every passenger was comfortable and enjoying the trip. They searched out wildlife and provided historical information. What a wonderful way to spend an afternoon in Tromso. I highly recommend it!
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Posted On : 2024-04-03
Posted By : 777albam
The crew made it very enjoyable, funny and interesting. We were able to see even some dolphins and seals!
And the boat’s story is amazing
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Posted On : 2024-03-30
Posted By : jille711
Really enjoyed the trip. The Hermes II team were super helpful and very knowledgeable.
The team were interesting and attentive.
The boat was clean, toilets spotless, drinks plentiful.
Options to get warm, and there were arctic suits if needed, which I used.
They were clean and very warm.
Staff could not have been more helpful. Very friendly.
Highly recommend as a way to see around Tromso and learn a bit about the history.
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Posted On : 2024-03-24
Posted By : Joelle_R
We loved everything about the Hermes II! The Crew were so fun and knowledgeable, and served the best blackcurrant hot drink. They had thermal gear for the folks that got cold, had storage for our laptops, and were always happy to chat and answer questions. The history of the boat is also so fascinating, but I guess you'll have to book to find out what I mean!
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Posted On : 2024-03-21
Posted By : jessefQ8216JF
Loved this experience! So cool to see Tromso from the water and hear about the history of the boat! Captains were very friendly and knowledgeable. We saw some eagles and seals!
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Posted On : 2024-03-12
Posted By : markcY6784UE
The scenery was stunning; we saw snowy mountains, seals, eagles and even jet fighters!
The crew were great - the talks were interesting, they were friendly and realy knew how to look after the visitors. If you don’t bring warm enough kit, they’ll give you a hot drink and a thermal suit, and you can just carry on.
If you go with young children, then perhaps have a backup entertainment option for them, as the crew are happy for them to sit downstairs.
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Posted On : 2024-03-02
Posted By : leahm923
The crew on the Hermes 2 were very professional. The guide pictured was especially welcoming and humorous.
They told us about the areas around the fjord in both summer and winter. Any questions we had They answered. Sometimes they gathered the whole ship to tell their stories and other times they spoke to individuals. There wasn't a time when I saw any of them just stood around. They were also very attentive with drinks, frequently asking if we needed a top up of blackcurrant or tea. We drove through the fjords which had great weather on leaving tromso but the snow began to pick up as we drove further out. This was a different experience and the warm blackcurrant was much needed at this point. They have an inside part to the boat but we spent the majority of the journey outside enjoying the elements. At one point we drove past some seals all huddled on a rock which was pretty cool. Take warm clothes although they do have suits for people to wear who are slightly more unprepared.
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Posted On : 2024-02-18
Posted By : robertocX76PW
This trip, this experience was totally useless. Nothing was seen and it cost a lot. Absolutely not recommended. I would like those who write reviews to tell the truth and be objective. Don't do it but don't do the Fjord Cruise by any company. Not worth it
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Posted On : 2024-02-13
Posted By : 874adriann
Weather wasn't the best, but the service and history lectures by deckhand john made up for it. We went to where the German ship Tirpitz was sunk in WW2. History of the vessel is interesting as well - over 100 years old.
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Posted On : 2024-01-12
