Husavik - Whale Museum Visit Visit the Húsavík Whale Museum—one of the few museums in the world solely dedicated to whales.
Ocean Giants
Discover the eight exhibition rooms of the Húsavík Whale Museum at your own pace.
You’ll find 11 whale skeletons on display, including a narwhal and an 82-ft blue whale. The largest mammal in the world, there are only a few full blue whale skeletons on display across the globe and only one in Iceland. You’ll also find exhibits about Iceland’s whaling past.
Duration: At your own pace.
Difficulty: Level 1 – Easy - suitable for most people
Booking code: INCL-HUS2
Highlights:
• Explore Húsavík Whale Museum at your own pace.
• Discover the skeletons of majestic ocean giants, including an 82-ft blue whale.
• Learn about the history of whaling in Iceland and browse fascinating artifacts.
Practical information:
Practical Information
• Included: Museum entry
• Remarks/requirements: Please dress according to the weather conditions and wear comfortable walking shoes.
• Walking or Activity information: Short flat walk over easy terrain and pavement-like ground.
• Wheelchair accessible: No
• Language Availability: English
Grundarfjördur – Highlights of Snæfellsnes Join us on a tour of the most spectacular highlights on the Snæfellsnes peninsula.
Natural wonders lining up
This scenic coach tour takes you through the landscape of Snaefellsnes with its sandy beaches, rocky shorelines and jagged mountains.
We stop at Djúpalónssandur, where we’ll walk to view the intriguing rock formations. Continuing to Arnarstapi, we’ll walk from the town’s beautiful harbour along the line of the cliffs to explore, and with luck, we’ll capture photographs of the seabird colonies that thrive here. We then continue to Ytri Tunga to look out for seals.
Duration: 5h15
Difficulty: Level 2: Moderate – some mobility needed
Booking code: G-GRF2
Min. number: 25 traveller(s)
Highlights:
• Visit Snæfellsnes peninsula – rich in natural beauty, history and culture
• Hike to impressively strange rock formations along the shore of Djúpalónssandur
• See the prominent rock formations at Lóndrangar and the beautiful lighthouse at Malarrif
• Witness one of Iceland's many seabird colonies in Arnarstapi and look out for seals in Ytri Tunga.
Practical information:
• Included: Private coach and guide
• Remarks/requirements: Approx. 3 hrs driving time and an optional 45-minute walk. Please dress according to local weather conditions and wear comfortable walking shoes.
• Walking or Activity information: Involves physical activity on uneven surfaces and/or steep terrain, including grass, mud and gravel. You may be expected to carry your own backpack and equipment. Not suitable if you have limited mobility. All walking is optional.
• Wheelchair accessible: No
• Language availability: English
• Generally Puffins can be seen from May- August. In April and September other seabirds can be seen but in fewer numbers. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
Heimaey - Pompeii of the North Heimaey Island Tour Join a scenic drive to see bird cliffs, ancient farmhouse ruins, volcanoes, and viewpoints.
Duration: 3 hours
Difficulty: Level 2: Moderate - some mobility needed
Booking code: G-HEI1
Min. number: 25 traveller(s)
Highlights:
• See the fascinating Eldfell (Icelandic for 'Mount Fire')
• In the summer, Heimaey is inhabited by 4,500 people and eight million puffins.
• Drive over lava fields and pass the ruins of a house buried in lava.
• Visit Eldheimar Museum and learn more about the eruption of Eldfell in 1973.
Guided Sea Kayaking Adventure (Only Bookable Onboard) Our experts will lead you on this sea kayaking adventure.
Paddle into Wonder
There’s truly no better way to feel the scale, silence, and raw beauty of this landscape than from the seat of a kayak. Guided by seasoned experts, you’ll glide across the water with your fellow adventurers, experiencing your surroundings in a uniquely intimate and peacefully immersive way.
Duration: 3h00
Difficulty: Level 3 – Active – good mobility needed
Booking code: N/A
Highlights:
• Explore from a rare water-level perspective
• Enjoy nature up close, without the noise of a motor
• Each outing is led by expert guides who ensure the utmost safety and share insights, and you’ll be provided with all the top-quality gear you need
Practical information:
• This is an optional, add-on activity, available at an additional cost.
• This activity can only be booked on board.
• Top-quality kayaking gear is provided, including a two-person hard-shell sea kayak, paddle, boots, life jacket, drysuit, and pogies.
• Please note that this kayaking activity only uses two-person kayaks. Solo guests will be paired with another guest.
• Participants must have basic swimming skills and be able to get in and out of the kayak on the water independently.
• While we aim to offer this activity on every voyage, its operation is subject to weather and ice conditions.
• A reasonable level of fitness is required to participate.
• Wheelchair accessible: No
• Language requirements: A basic level of English is needed to understand the guide’s instructions.
Lerwick—Lerwick Walking Tour Enjoy a tour of Lerwick’s scenic town center and learn about its enthralling history and local life.
Lerwick’s Lodberries
Enjoy a walking tour of Lerwick’s historic town center, featuring sandstone buildings dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries. Learn about the colorful history of the remote Shetland capital as your tour takes you past the Old Tolbooth, the lodberries, and the grand town hall.
After your guided tour, enjoy some free time to browse the local shops or visit impressive 18th-century Fort Charlotte overlooking the Sound of Bressay.
Duration: 1h15
Difficulty: Level 2: Moderate—some mobility needed
Booking code: INCL-LER1
Highlights:
• Learn about the history and people of Lerwick—the only town in the Shetland Islands.
• See the old town’s beautiful buildings, such as the Old Tolbooth from 1770 and Lerwick Town Hall.
• See the lodberries (houses, stores, and piers with thick, sea-battered walls) that line the shores.
• Enjoy some free time to visit impressive Fort Charlotte, which was built in 1652, or wander the charming high street.
Practical information:
• Remarks/requirements: Please wear warm, waterproof clothing and comfortable walking shoes.
• Walking or Activity information: Involves moderate physical activity over relatively level surfaces and gentle terrain; includes some steep streets and steps. There is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes of walking.
• Wheelchair accessible: No
• Language Availability: English
Lerwick - Sumburgh Head Bird Cliffs See Shetland’s oldest lighthouse and an abundance of seabirds on a tour to Mainland’s southern tip.
Duration: 4.5 hours
Difficulty: Level 2: Moderate - some mobility needed
Booking code: E-LER7
Explore Torshavn (Walking Tour) Explore the history and heritage of the Faroe Islands’ capital.
Thor’s harbour
Walk through history, exploring the old town Tinganes – the 9th-century meeting site of the Vikings. Enjoy colourful old warehouses that are now fashionable offices, the 18th-century Lutheran cathedral, and small turf-roofed homes. Enter the old town and find yourself in a confusion of lanes and narrow passages, steps and rocks, and tiny black-tarred houses – a genuine and unique town from the Middle Ages.
Duration: 2h00
Difficulty: Level 2: Moderate - some mobility needed
Booking code: INCL-THO1
Highlights:
• Enjoy a walking tour of Tórshavn
• Experience culture, history, and heritage
• See small turf-roofed homes in many different colours
• Explore the old town, with roots back to the Vikings
Practical information:
Practical information:
• Remarks/requirements: Good sturdy shoes with warm, wind and waterproof clothing.
• Walking information: 1 KM Walking distance, paved road and cobblestone and uneven ground.
• Wheelchair accessible: No.
• Language: English, German & all Scandinavian languages.
Torshavn – Vestmanna boat trip Landscape, high cliffs, and birds
Drive along the coast to the village of Vestmanna, approximately a one-hour drive. The boat tour from Vestmanna sails close to towering cliffs, where you can see the many species of birds nesting there. Have a fantastic experience entering grottoes. Back in Vestmanna, you will have the chance to buy souvenirs before we take the bus back along the mountain road to Tórshavn, featuring panoramic views. Tour duration of 4.5 hours Boat tour duration of approximately 2 hours Tour includes the bus, guide and entrance fee.
Duration: 4h30
Difficulty: Level 2: Easy
Booking code: E-THO3
Highlights:
• Sea cliffs
• Landscape
• Fresh air
• Birds
Practical information:
• Language: English, German, Danish and Scandinavian
• Remarks/requirements: Appropriate warm layered clothing, sturdy shoes Warm windproof/waterproof clothing Hat and gloves.
• Walking information: 55–110 yards
• Wheelchair accessible: No.
Please note: prices may vary by sailing date and season.
Grundarfjörður – Shuttle to Kirkjufjell Discover Iceland’s most iconic mountain and its stunning waterfall — a true natural wonder.
Just outside the village of Grundarfjörður, Kirkjufell rises as a striking 463m cone-shaped peak, known as “Church Mountain” and one of Iceland’s most recognisable landmarks. At its base, the graceful Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall adds to the stunning scenery. Take a short shuttle from the harbour and explore this breathtaking landscape at your own pace.
Duration: 2h00
Difficulty: Moderate – some mobility needed
Booking code: INCL-GRF2
Min. number: 10 traveller(s)
Highlights:
• Take a short 10-minute shuttle from Grundarfjörður harbour to Kirkjufell and back, enjoying stunning views along the way.
• Admire one of Iceland’s most iconic landmarks.
• Explore Kirkjufell and enjoy the surrounding landscape at your own pace.
Practical information:
• Remarks/requirements: Please be prepared for rainy and cold weather.
• Walking or activity information: The waterfall is a short walk from the shuttle bus parking area. Paths are clearly marked and consist of well-maintained gravel, suitable for a moderate level of fitness.
• Wheelchair accessible: No
• Language availability: English
Grundarfjördur - Top of the Diamond Join us on a spectacular Snowcat tour to the top of Snæfellsjökull, the famous ice-capped volcano.
Journey to the volcano top
Starting with a bus tour from Grundarfördur, we’ll drive to the base of Snæfellsjökul volcano, from where a Snowcat will take you to the summit. Topped with a glacier, Snæfellsjökull is a spectacular location that perfectly fits Iceland’s nickname ‘The Land of Fire and Ice’, and also inspired part of Jules Verne’s famous novel, ‘Journey to the Center of the Earth’.
Duration: 6h00
Booking code: G-GRF1
Min. number: 20 traveller(s)
Highlights:
• Snæfellsjökul is 4,744 ft high and was formed around 700,000 years ago
• Take a bus tour to a mountain pass and ride a Snowcat to the top of the glacier
• Stop several times on the way up, and take a stroll at the top before descending
• See where Jules Verne got inspiration for his famous sci-fi novel ‘Journey to the Center of the Earth’
Practical information:
• Included: A private coach, local English-speaking guide and refreshments outside at the glacier.
• Remarks/requirements: Please wear comfortable walking shoes. This tour takes place at altitude and over glacial ice, so warm clothing is essential, including a hat and gloves. Transfer time is approx. 2 hrs each way. Please note, this tour is weather dependent. Guests are kindly asked to observe the guide’s instructions at all times.
• Walking or Activity information: Involves moderate physical activity on relatively level surfaces and gentle terrain, including snow and ice.
• Wheelchair accessible: No
• Language availability: English
Grundarfjördur – Caves, Craters and Coves Look out from atop a volcanic crater, hike stunning coastal trails, and explore underground caves.
Spectacular scenes that inspired Jules Verne
Hike to the top of beautiful Saxhóll Crater and enjoy views of the snowy peak of Snæfellsjökull. Next, discover the stunning black pebble beach, Djúpalónssandur. Take in magnificent views from the clifftop and look out for stone hut ruins on your way to a picturesque cove. Then descend 115 ft underground at Vatnshellir Cave to see amazing colours and lava formations.
Duration: 6h30
Booking code: G-GRF3
Min. number: 10 traveller(s)
Highlights:
• Walk around the stunning volcanic crater Saxhóll
• Join a scenic hike in the Snæfellsjökull area and marvel at the glacier view
• Visit Djúpalónssandur black pebble beach and the cave at the beachside
• Take a journey underground and learn where Jules Verne found inspiration for his famous sci-fi novel
Practical information:
• Language: English/German
• Port: Grundarfjördur
• Included: hot drinks and snacks
• Walking Information: Loose gravel, mud paths, and paved surfaces. Expect steps and inclined surfaces.
• Remarks/Requirements: Approximately 2 hours of total driving time. We recommend bringing warm clothes and gloves, as the temperature underground is 6°C/43°F. Helmets and flashlights will be provided.
• Not accessible for wheelchairs.
Heimaey - Lava and History Walk Visit a fort, old buildings, the local folk museum, and learn about the volcanic eruption in 1973.
Historic sites revealed
Heimaey is part of Vestmannaeyjar – an archipelago rich in history and natural beauty. On a guided walk you’ll visit Skansinn, a replica of a fort built on the orders of a Danish king. Admire the wooden church and Landlyst, one of Heimaey’s oldest buildings, then walk to see lava formed during Eldfell’s volcanic eruption before visiting the Sagnheimar Folk Museum in the town centre.
Duration: 1hr
Difficulty: Level 3: Active - good mobility needed
Booking code: INCL-HEI1
Highlights:
• Learn about the Eldfell volcano that erupted on the island in 1973 and its history.
• On a lava walk, understand more about volcanic eruptions, and how new land is formed
• Visit the old fort, Skansinn, and learn about its intriguing history
• Admire stunning hilltop views and visit the Sagnheimar Folk Museum
Practical information:
Practical information:
• Language: English.
• Remarks/requirements: Dress according to local weather conditions.
• Walking information: Approximately 2 km / Paved and gravel ground.
• Wheelchair accessible: No.
Heimaey - Boat Tour Admire wildlife and visit spectacular caves on a guided tour that features sagas and stories from the area.
Caves, wildlife and sagas
Join a coastal tour of Heimaey on a guided boat trip, where you’ll visit two sea caves that have marvelous acoustics. The sea is a wildlife paradise where seals, porpoises and dolphins thrive in summer – and you might see orcas and other whales. On this excursion you’ll learn how the eruption of the Eldfell volcano in 1973 changed this coast forever.
Generally Puffins can be seen from May- August. In April and September other seabirds can be seen but in fewer numbers. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
Duration: 2 hours
Difficulty: Level 2: Moderate - some mobility needed
Booking code: G-HEI3
Min. number: 20 traveller(s)
Highlights:
• Our expert guide will tell you about Viking sagas and local history.
• Admire the rich birdlife and scout for puffins, fulmars, kittiwakes, and gannets.
• Explore the spectacular Fjósið and Klettshellir caves, which are only accessible by boat.
• Learn about the island’s volcanic eruption in 1973, which added new land and a new island.
Practical information:
Practical information:
• Language: English
• Requirements: Dress according to the weather
• Remarks: Please note that this tour is weather dependant and sometimes it is not possible to circumnavigate. When circumnavigation is not possible passengers are guaranteed the experience of seeing the bird cliffs from as many different angles as possible. Kindly note that the puffins leave land mid-August and wildlife sighting cannot be guaranteed.
• Generally Puffins can be seen from May- August. In April and September other seabirds can be seen but in fewer numbers.
• Walking information: Minimal walking
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Language: English
Heimaey - Rib Safari Explore the waters around Heimary Island and discover caves, lava formations whilst looking out for wildlife.
Cave and wildlife adventure
Orcas and whales often swim in these waters – as well as dolphins and porpoises – so keep an eye out! We’ll visit sea caves and even explore a few on this excursion. You’ll see amazing lava shapes created by a volcanic eruption here in 1973. Approach a big puffin colony in Stakkabót and see thousands of these unusual birds.
Puffins can be seen from May- August. In April and September other seabirds can be seen but in fewer numbers. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
Duration: 1h30
Difficulty: Level 3: Active - good mobility needed
Booking code: G-HEI5
Highlights:
• Enjoy a ride in a small boat (RIB) and see the highlights around Heimaey Island.
• Visit Stakkabót, where, between May and August, you’ll be able to see thousands of puffins flying and splashing into the sea
• See the spectacular Kafhellir cave, where the sunlight appears to shine from underneath the island.
Practical information:
Practical information:
• Language: English.
• Remarks/requirements: Kindly note, that this is a physically active tour. Dress according to the weather.Kindly note that wildlife sighting cannot be guaranteed and the puffins leave land in mid-August.
• Generally Puffins can be seen from May- August. In April and September other seabirds can be seen but in fewer numbers. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
• Walking information: To and from the boat.
• Wheelchair accessible: No
Discovery Kayak (Only Bookable Onboard) Enjoy the freedom to explore icy waters at your own pace on this self-guided kayaking adventure.
Paddle in peace
Unlike our guided sea kayaking adventure, this experience lets you paddle at your own pace (within a defined perimeter). There’s no fixed route – just time to soak up the stunning scenery, glide along glacier-carved coastlines, listen to the subtle sounds of cracking ice, and watch for wildlife along the way.
Duration: 1-1.5h00
Difficulty: Level 3 – Active – good mobility needed
Booking code: N/A
Highlights:
• A rare opportunity to independently explore the surrounding nature in silence
• Expert guides remain nearby for safety oversight and advice, and all the top-quality gear you need is provided
Practical information:
• This is an optional, add-on activity, available at an additional cost
• This activity can only be booked on board
• Not available on MS Spitsbergen
• Top-quality kayaking gear is provided, including a one to two-person inflatable kayak, paddle, paddle jacket, boots, life jacket, dry bag, whistle or signaling device
• Participants must have basic swimming skills and be able to get in and out of the kayak on the water independently
• While we aim to offer this activity on every voyage, its operation is subject to weather conditions
• A reasonable level of fitness is required to participate
• Wheelchair accessible: No
• English proficiency is not required for this activity
