Here's a pub-crawl cleverly disguised as a shore excursion, designed to please the most discriminating beer palate and, of course, is also for those who are along strictly for the purpose of cultural enlightenment. Although Aalborg is most famous for its production of Aquavit, there is little doubt that the locals love their beer too. Aalborg is notoriously known, in Denmark, for the Jomfru Ane Gade (Virgin Anne Street); a street dedicated entirely to establishments where adult beverages are enthusiastically consumed. You will have a guided stroll to three of the most popular local watering holes. Starting out on foot from the pier, you will not have far to walk in order to find the first oasis. Step inside and learn about the specialty beers carried here - or in some cases brewed right here on the premises. Meet the barkeep and enjoy the first of a total of six 5 oz. beer tastings included in the tour. Your beer is served in a special Aalborg Beerwalk logo glass, which is yours to keep at the end of the tour. As you stroll from pub to pub, your guide will show you the Old Town of Aalborg and share stories from the colorful history of this northern town. If you opt to stay in town to shop or explore independently following the tour you will have to make your own way back to the yacht.
 
Please note: Wear weather appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes as uneven surfaces might occur. Minimum age to participate in this tour is 21.
 

 

Between 1940 and 1945 Denmark was occupied by Nazi Germany. From the beginning of the occupation the Danish Government cooperated with the occupiers. However, the policy of cooperation eventually led to frustration for a group of eight young teenage boys because the adults were not fighting or showing resistance towards the Nazis. Finally, the boys agreed that something had to be done. So, they founded the first resistance group in Denmark, the “Churchill Club.” By the spring of 1942, the Churchill Club had undertaken 25 operations against the Nazis before they were arrested on May 18, accused of vandalism, theft, and arson, and placed in custody in Aalborg Prison. Three of them were later sent to a German prison. The younger members were sentenced to shorter terms to be served in Danish prisons. The Club’s exploits and the treatment they received became the catalyst for the re-awakening of Denmark; resistance movements and general disobedience by the public grew. Follow in the steps of the Churchill Club and visit some of the places where they planned and executed some of their activities. Hear how the locals lived during the occupation and visit Duus Vinkælder followed by a beer and akvavit tasting.
 
Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.
 

 

Nestled between the rolling hills of Guldbæk Hamlet you will find one of the world’s most northerly located vineyards and winery, currently on track for a full organic winery award. The Thrysøe family started their vineyard in 2008, which has expanded continuously ever since. Today there are over 15,000 vines of various sorts, spread over four acres. Enjoy a very personal and intimate visit hosted by the Thrysøe family as you pay a visit to both the winery and the beautiful vineyards. You will be welcomed with a glass of the bubbly 2020 award-winning local “Champagne.” Hear stories from members of the family who will explain why countries like France, Portugal and Italy are being challenged when it comes to future wine production. Hear and learn more about how they do everything by hand to create a more sustainable and organic wine. Let this awe-inspiring place and its owners stimulate all your senses starting from the moment you arrive. Family is the key word here and the focus of the owner’s life. Three generations share the challenges, the excitement, and the endless possibilities that the surrounding nature affords them, whether it’s when the grapes are being harvested, the wine is being produced or relaxing around the family’s kitchen table. The family invites you to experience the vineyards. Take in the charming nature,  browse around in the family shop where wine, pickled wine shoots and local produce can be purchased. Finally, meet on the terrace, wonderfully situated above the winery overlooking the hilly scenery. Here you can enjoy the beautiful surroundings and company of your hosts, while indulging in the locally produced and carefully selected small dishes, which, of course, will be accompanied by 3 of the award-winning wines of the Thrysøe vineyard. All bubbled up, return to the yacht.
 
Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Walking will be on uneven surfaces. Not recommended for guests with walking difficulties. The tour is not suitable for users of wheelchairs or walkers. Tour might operate in reversed order.
 

 

Aalborg is Denmark’s 4^th largest city – a twin city sprawled on both sides of the Limfjord Sound which connects it to the open ocean 16 miles (25 km) away. Aalborg was founded by Vikings in the late 900’s and prospered on fishing and the land and sea trade going across and upon the Limfjorden. Board a motor coach on the pier to begin this Viking journey. Drive through the historic and idyllic countryside to reach your first stop; a re-creation of a Viking farmstead depicts everyday life for Viking farmers. The farm is a reconstruction of an actual farm found near Jelling—the hometown of Harald Bluetooth. During summer season, the farmstead is populated with local volunteer enthusiasts who dress in Viking garb and perform various household chores and cultural traditions, offering visitors a fascinating glimpse into the world of Vikings. You will also pay a visit to one of the oldest so-called Ring Fortresses built in Denmark around the year 980 AD, where you will enjoy a short glass of mead. Continue the journey across the bridge over the Limfjorden and soon you will find yourself at the ancient Viking site of Lindholm Hoje - one of the most important ancient monuments in Denmark. The burial site has 700 graves in stone settings and a settlement dating from the Late Iron Age and the Viking era. Follow your Viking expert guide close up to the burial site, where history becomes alive. Afterwards, explore the onsite museum, which contains a fascinating exhibition about the settlement on the area. Before continuing to the next stop, you will have a great chance to pick-up a real Viking Souvenir or Viking artifact.  After your visit here, return to the yacht.
 
Please note: Wear sturdy walking shoes. Tour operates in all weather conditions; dress warmly in layers with a wind and waterproof outer layer. Order of sights visited might vary.
 

 

Denmark is known as a bike friendly country and bicycles are both a sustainable means of transportation and part of the local lifestyle. Experience Aalborg on two wheels, like the locals, on a beautiful and enjoyable guided bike ride along the fjord. Get close to both the history of Aalborg and Denmark and find out more about the Danish way of living on this charming bike ride, which also includes a small refreshment stop. The ride along the harbor front will take you past two of Aalborg’s pride and local juggernauts during the industrial era: C.W Obels Tobacco Factory, one of the area’s largest factories, and also the Danish liquor factory and the producer of the world-famous schnapps, Red Aalborg Aquavit. The factories are not in use these days and the area is undergoing a transformation to become Aalborg’s new modern city, called Cloud City after the 98-foot-high (30-meter-high) artwork by the same name, made by the Argentinian artist Tomás Saracenos. You will see Fjordbyen, or the Fjord Village, said to be Aalborg’s answer to Copenhagen’s freetown Christiania. In spite of rules and regulations, the settlement was established on the edge of the beautiful Limfjord. But nowadays, the district is more or less legalized and inhabited by creative and artistic people, clearly shown in the small, self-built and often very colorful houses there. Next on, experience a brand-new recreation area in Aalborg. Vestre Fjord Park is an outdoor place for locals and guests, meant for swimming, relaxing and socializing. The area recently won a special price for its creative architecture and its interaction with the surrounding nature. You’ll make a refreshment stop here and re-fuel before biking your way back to the yacht.
 
Please note: Wear comfortable clothing and sturdy footwear. A bike and a helmet will be provided. Tour may operate in reverse order. Guests need to be physically fit and able to negotiate the bike unassisted and should be able to do the course of the tour by themselves. Guests don't need to be well-trained bikers, and most of the tour is conducted on a flat terrain. Tour operates in most weather conditions.
 

 

Ghost stories, Templar Knights, Kings, an outstanding collection from the French Royal Family. This tour offers you a variety of breathtaking stories from both Manor House and Abbey. Voergaard Manor invites you in behind the moat and meter-thick walls to impress you with large collections of furniture, antiques, paintings, china, and silverware, including treasures from Louis XIV, Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette's personal effects as well as works by Rubens, Raphael, Goya and El Greco. Behind the enchanting moat lies Voergaard Manor House, one of the finest Renaissance castles in Denmark. You will be met by your specialist guide, who will tell you stories of love and luck, the scariest ghost stories and show you the largest private collection of French art and artefacts outside of France. Discover all the amazing stories the Manor has to tell. The Manor House is decorated and furnished just as it was by the last owner, Count Oberbech-Clausen, who brought the large collection of furniture, antiques, paintings, china, and silverware from his possessions in France to Voergaard, including tapestry from the Vatican and treasures from Louis XIV, Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette's personal effects as well as works by Rubens, Raphael, Goya and El Greco. In 1963, Oberbech-Clausen died and Voergaard was converted to a family trust, the aim of which was to preserve the castle for posterity and keep the collection open to the public. As you wander through the halls, you are walking in the footsteps of Templar Knights, former Kings of Denmark – and ghosts. The latter you will see in the tower, where the bloodstain is visible on the floor - each time it has been removed it reappears the day after. From this enchanting visit, the tour continues to the Borglum Abbey. Drive through small scenic villages, lining the route to the Abbey located to the West of Voergaard. The abbey is one of the oldest still existing abbeys in Denmark, dating back to the 11^th century. It has served as royal residence and abbey and, through decades, it has been the center of power in northwestern Jutland. The abbey is now owned by the Lord Chamberlain Hans Rottbøll and wife Anne who, together with their four children, reside in all of the abbey's 85 rooms. Upon arrival, you will have a guided tour of the abbey, visiting the church, the old kitchen and the stables - which also boasts a magnificent replica of the Bayeux Tapestries. After immersing yourself in the great place, filled with history and tales, enjoy a light refreshment in the form of coffee and Danish pastry, before returning to your yacht in Aalborg.
 
Please note: Wear weather appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes as uneven surfaces might occur. Tour may operate in reverse order. No photography allowed inside the Manor/Castle.
 

 

Norwegian salmon has earned itself a worldwide reputation. On this culinary tour you will explore a few more seafood delights, sample beer at a local microbrewery, and enjoy some freshly baked pastries. You will have a short stroll from the ship is the local fish market, bustling in summer with locals and visitors alike. An award-winning fish cake, a scrumptious crab salad, and obviously the aforementioned salmon are some of the delicacies that may be on your platter.  From the fish market you will walk with your guide past a few of the sites in town before arriving at a local microbrewery. On the menu is a selection of the beers brewed on site and some snacks. To conclude your culinary walk your guide will take you to a bakery for some freshly baked temptations. Thoroughly contented you will stroll back to the ship after this tasty meeting with Kristiansand.
 
Please note: Wear good walking shoes, layered clothing, and bring an umbrella or waterproof jacket in case of inclement weather.
 
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Indulge in 200 years of Norwegian food culture with tastings throughout Stavanger’s bustling Old Town. In this attractive pedestrian district, stroll the cobblestone streets winding along the many well-preserved 18^th  to early 20^th century buildings as your guide mixes tales of the city’s rich history with explanations of how Norwegians’ eating habits have evolved over the centuries. You will make stops along the way to savor the aromas and taste several different food items that have played a significant role in the development of Stavanger, from its days of canning smoked sardines and herring to the present day. Many of the city’s resident chefs are ranked among the best in Europe, and Stavanger is considered a premier culinary destination. You will also visit the Norwegian Petroleum Museum where you will learn about geology, technology and experience the excitement and drama of the oil adventure, life on board the oil rigs, and oil as a financial resource for Norway. The unusual architecture has made this museum a landmark in the Port of Stavanger. Seen from the sea the museum looks like a small oil platform.
 
Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of walking and standing, at times over uneven and cobblestone surfaces and inclines. It is recommended that guests dress layered clothing and wear comfortable walking shoes. Comfort stop available at Petroleum Museum.
 

 

Take this opportunity to gain an insight into the Norwegian way of life with the chance to visit the home of a local.  Your host will give you a tour of the house and tell you about Norwegian home life such as gardening, how they furnish their homes, traditions and more. Feel free to ask questions which will help you understand their way of life. You will be treated to coffee or tea and freshly made Norwegian waffles as you get to know the Norwegian culture up close and personal. 
 
Please note: This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
 

 

This is as close as you’ll get to a Norwegian icon the Queen of Fjords - Hardanger Fjord. This sightseeing drive offers you the chance to see more of the beautiful Norwegian countryside travelling along the true attraction, Hardangerfjord, to an idyllic cider farm tucked away in picturesque landscape. Leaving the city and its residential areas, drive along the scenic Samnangerfjord passing small villages and farmlands on the way. Commence the climb up to the mountainous region of Kvamskogen, a popular winter sports area for people from Bergen. You will make a photo stop at Brattefossen before descending to the Hardangerfjord region and the Steinsdals Waterfall. Take a stroll up the trail, where you can walk under the waterfall to a viewpoint overlooking Norheimsund and Steins Valley. Continuing past the quaint village of Norheimsund you eventually arrive at Spildegården Fruit Farm. This farm is located along the most spectacular fjord branch in Norway, Hardangerfjord. Here you will enjoy the peaceful and idyllic scenery surrounding the farm. For four generations this family has grown fruits and berries, and nowadays they also process and preserve some of their own products. Visiting Spildegården you will experience how the farm is run today through an informative and light-hearted presentation explaining the full process, from berries to quality products. Enjoy lunch made by flavorful local ingredients harmonized with ciders from the farm. On your return drive to Bergen witness more spectacular views of valleys, waterfalls and mountain ranges.
 
Please note: It is recommended to dress in layered clothing and wear comfortable walking shoes. This tour involves uneven ground and an optional trail with a gradual slope and steps. Comfort stop available at the waterfall and the cider farm.
 

 

This is as close as you’ll get to a Norwegian icon the Queen of Fjords - Hardanger Fjord. This sightseeing drive offers you the chance to see more of the beautiful Norwegian countryside travelling along the true attraction, Hardangerfjord, to an idyllic cider farm tucked away in picturesque landscape. Leaving the city and its residential areas, drive along the scenic Samnangerfjord passing small villages and farmlands on the way. Commence the climb up to the mountainous region of Kvamskogen, a popular winter sports area for people from Bergen. You will make a photo stop at Brattefossen before descending to the Hardangerfjord region and the Steinsdals Waterfall. Take a stroll up the trail, where you can walk under the waterfall to a viewpoint overlooking Norheimsund and Steins Valley. Continuing past the quaint village of Norheimsund you eventually arrive at Spildegården Fruit Farm. This farm is located along the most spectacular fjord branch in Norway, Hardangerfjord. Here you will enjoy the peaceful and idyllic scenery surrounding the farm. For four generations this family has grown fruits and berries, and nowadays they also process and preserve some of their own products. Visiting Spildegården you will experience how the farm is run today through an informative and light-hearted presentation explaining the full process, from berries to quality products. Enjoy lunch made by flavorful local ingredients harmonized with ciders from the farm. On your return drive to Bergen witness more spectacular views of valleys, waterfalls and mountain ranges.
 
Please note: It is recommended to dress in layered clothing and wear comfortable walking shoes. This tour involves uneven ground and an optional trail with a gradual slope and steps. Comfort stop available at the waterfall and the cider farm.