Scandinavia · SELF-GUIDED TOURS
The 5 best self-guided tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Cruise Oslofjord for 90 minutes on a quiet electric boat departing opposite the Oslo Opera House. You will pass Akershus Fortress, Aker Brygge, Bygdøy, Gressholmen, Hovedøya, Sørenga, and the Opera House. Use the Voice of Norway app for commentary, or simply enjoy the views with a drink from the onboard café and bar.
“Really enjoyable 1h 30m boat trip. The boat itself is also amazing”
Set out from Helsinki’s Market Square for a 90-minute cruise through the archipelago. You’ll pass Suomenlinna, Korkeasaari Zoo, island homes, icebreakers, and the Degerö Canal. Recorded commentary plays in four languages, with booklets in eight more. Indoor seating, an upper deck, toilets, blankets, coffee, pastries, and a small bar make this an easy sightseeing break.
“Great boat tour. A bit chilly at end of September, but it was sunny and that made it worthwhile to sit on the open air upper level. Worthwhile and definitely recommend.”
Take a 105-minute bus tour from Senate Square through Helsinki’s historic center and outer sights. An audio guide in 11 languages covers the city as you pass landmarks such as Market Square, Löyly, the Sibelius Monument, Olympic Stadium, Finlandia Hall, Parliament, and Oodi. Two short photo stops make this a practical first look, especially in cold weather.
“It was a good starting base to understand a little bit about the city. It was disappointing that we were unable to visit the one stop which we had during the tour at the Rock Church as we arrived for a 20 min stop at 11:45 and the church opened at 12pm”
Ride from Molde to the Atlantic Ocean Road, where bridges cross exposed skerries and open sea. An audio guide in English or German covers the route, while stops at Eldhusøya and Varden offer time for photos. The tour also passes Hustadvika, Farstadsanden, Elnesvågen, Jarlsberg’s birthplace, and a major gas field.
“the whole trip was excellent. very well managed by the staff. the scenery was superb”
You’ll ride from Ålesund in an air-conditioned vehicle to Godøya, Alnes fishing island, and Alnes Fyr lighthouse, then finish at Aksla viewpoint. An audio guide is available in five languages, and a live guide can help if the system fails. Allow for wind, rain, tunnels, and limited time at each stop.
“De rit met de kleine touringbus was geweldig en we hebben een heerlijk genoten van de stops. De chauffeur was goed en hielp ook daar waar nodig. 's avonds op het schip zagen we de bezochte vuurtoren ook nog staan. Uitzichtpunt Alska was fantastisch.”
Pick a coast, a glacier or a kennel.
