Kristiansand: all 12 tours and excursions for your cruise

Focused entirely on Kristiansand, this excursion entirely on foot allows you to discover the fascinating history and culture of the city. You will explore the city centre, also called Kvadraturen due to its square layout, passing the majestic Kilden concert hall to the lively fish market. After leaving the pier, your guide will provide information as you continue along the itinerary which includes the seafront, Christiansholm Fortress, with its old cannons and spectacular views of the marina and...

Experience the scenic beauty of Southern Norway during this picturesque sightseeing excursion along the coast. Kristiansand Coastal CruiseBoard your motorboat for a relaxing day cruising along the archipelago of Kristiansand. Cruise along Norway's favorite holiday coast, past beautiful holiday properties, often old restored coastal dwellings and small holdings, charming and traditionally painted white, close to the sea. Enjoy refreshments served onboard the boat while you slowly cruise the...

Discover the scenic beauty, charm and landmarks of historic Kristiansand during this half-day sightseeing excursion. Christiansholm Fortress and KristiansandDepart the pier for the short orientation drive past the Christiansholm Fortress, built in 1672, and through Kristiansand City. Upon entering, observe the rectangular pattern of streets between the harbour on two sides, and the Otra River on the third. Pass by many delightful old houses, typical of southern Norway, then cross the Otra River and...

Experience the splendid, Old World beauty and charm of Lillesand during this picturesque, half-day sightseeing excursion. Kristiansand City TourDepart the pier for the scenic, approximately 1.5-hour sightseeing drive to Lillesand. En route, drive past the old Christiansholm Fortress, built in 1672, and through Kristiansand City. Upon entering, observe the rectangular pattern of streets between the harbour on two sides, and the Otra River on the third. Pass by many delightful old houses, typical of...

Experience the stunning natural beauty of Norway in a unique new way during this fun-filled and exciting, half-day rafting excursion. Kristiansand, Lakes, Forested Hills, Small Farms, Evje, Troll Aktiv Rafting Centre, Rafting Prep.Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately one-hour drive across a picturesque landscape of lakes, forested hills and small farms to Evje, and a visit to the Troll Aktiv Rafting Centre. Upon arrival, meet your guides and receive your safety instructions and equipment,...

Explore the military past of Kristiansand and German occupation of Norway during World War II during this scenic and informative, half-day sightseeing excursion.Kristiansand, Cannon Museum, Coastal Artillery Fortress, Military Equipment, Krupp CannonDepart the pier for the scenic, approximately 45-minute drive to the famous Cannon Museum. Located in Møvik, approximately five miles (about eight kilometres) west of the town centre of Kristiansand, the museum features a collection of authentic...

Discover the Old World charm, landmarks, and flavours of Kristiansand on-foot during this fun-filled, half-day sightseeing and tasting excursion. Kristiansand, Old Town, Right-Angled Streets, Traditional Wooden HousesDepart the pier for a scenic, approximately three-hour, guided walking tour of Kristiansand. Along the way, discover the many charms of Posebyen, the city’s unique Old Town area. This historic part of Kristiansand is very characteristic, with its strict, right-angled streets...

Discover the picturesque beauty of Kristiansand Harbour and Bay during this invigorating, half-day sea-kayaking excursion. Kristiansand, Guest Harbour, Town Centre, Fort, Fish MarketDepart the pier for the short walk to the kayaking starting point, which is in the Guest Harbour, close to the town centre, and nestled between the Fort and nearby Fish Market. Upon arrival, meet your professional kayaking instructor, then receive your safety and kayaking instructions, protective clothing, and gear...

Explore the exquisite coastline, harbours, and pristine islands of Norway’s Southern Archipelago during this scenic and exciting RIB-boat excursion. Kristiansand, Boat Launch Pier, RIB-BoatDepart the pier for the short walk to the boat-launch pier. Upon arrival, meet your captain/guide and receive your tour instructions, then don your life vest. Afterward, embark your Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) and set sail on your scenic and exciting coastal adventure. The low-profile RIB boats enable...

There’s nothing everyday about this half-day outing; even the coach drive from the pier is…unusual. Kristiansund, a city spread across four islands, was reachable only by ferry until 1992 when the Krifast road system, a network of deep subsea tunnels and high suspension bridges, opened to vehicular traffic. This makes the ride through and out of town extra impressive – yet far more impressive passages await. Aglide in Bergtatt Marble CaveMarble has been quarried at Bergtatt...

Kristiansund sits in the middle of the Norwegian Sea, arrayed across four islands. Much of it was destroyed during World War II but has been rebuilt into a modern, attractive town with colorful character and a longstanding infatuation with fish. Your mission today is to learn about all that on a guided excursion that includes much charming architecture and a visit to a museum dedicated to the city’s ‘clipfish’ (salted cod) industry. One of the first stops is at the Clipfish...

The Norwegian Sea coast surrounding Kristiansund is in actuality an elaborate chain of islets and inlets. Even building roads from one city to another is uniquely challenging. On this panoramic coach drive, you’ll encounter islands and fjords as scenic as any in Norway – traveling over causeways, through plunging tunnels, and across ocean-hopping bridges that defy one’s imagination in some places. Atlantic Ocean RoadDeemed one of the planet’s ultimate road trip experiences...