Haugesund: all 5 tours and excursions for your cruise

This is a magnificent hike along the nature and heritage trail that runs from the village of Åkra to the village of Ferkingstad. Akra Beach HIkeBoard the coach for a scenic 45 minute drive to Åkra. The hike starts in the north end of the beach at Åkra, along the way you will see many cultural and historical monuments lie in abundance between Åkra and the boathouse ruins at Hop. From here you can enjoy the breathtaking views of the white beaches stretching along the shore. Ferkingstad...

Travel back in time to experience the place in Norway that was first ice-free area, Avaldsnes, the site is also home to the first king - Harald Fair-haired. Nordvegen History Center Depart the pier by coach for a scenic sightseeing tour of the city. At the Nordvegen History Center you will be given the history with modern instruments, where the senses are stimulated to enhance the overall experience. With both audio, lights, images and movie - Harald Fair-haired himself will guide us on a journey...

Explore the seafaring history of Karmøy Island during this picturesque, half-day sightseeing excursion through Haugesund and its surrounds.Haugesund, City Hall, Ferkingstad and Fishermen's MemorialDepart the pier for the scenic, approximately 40-minute drive to Ferkingstad. En route, pass by City Hall, voted the most beautiful in Norway, then proceed through the old, posh area where the town's ship owners lived in the 1800s. Upon arrival in Ferkingstad, a photo stop is made at the Fishermen's...

Discover the stunning natural splendour of the Akrafjord and its surrounds during this panoramic, full-day sightseeing excursion.Scenic Drive, City Hall, Akrafjord and VisjerDepart the pier for the scenic, approximately 1.5-hour drive to the Akrafjord. En route, pass by City Hall, voted the most beautiful in Norway, then drive from the city through the lovely countryside. After a comfort stop at Åkrafjordtunet, re-board your coach for the short drive to Visjer. Here, embark a sightseeing boat...

This tour is the perfect introduction to Haugesund and the surrounding area.HaugesundThe area of Haugesund as a settlement dates back to at least 1217, when it was mentioned in the Norse Sagas. However, it wasn't until 1854 that town rights were awarded by King Oscar I of Sweden and Norway. Today the town has a population of approximately 35,000 and is the natural 'capital' of the region, situated between the Boknafjord, north of Stavanger and south of the Hardangerfjord.Town HallHaugesund is inseparably...