1 Hour Photo & History Cruise

Feel the calm on board as we sail out of the harbor. Enjoy the view of mighty mountains and Tromsø city from the sea side. You will hear the exciting history of the boat and a little about the city and the surroundings we sail in. We also trudge past great photo spots so you can capture many good memories. Excellent trip also for families with children. The kids will have a fun experience, and an hour’s duration is perfect for them. And they will probably get to steer the boat a little too – if they ask our friendly skipper nicely. We have plenty of space on deck and a warm and cozy lounge below deck. Fully licenced bar.

Welcome on board & enjoy!

Included
Norwegian & English speaking hosts The history of Hermes II Warm blankets and thermal suits Warm indoor saloons 2 guest toilets Personal safety equipment Hot drinks (coffee/tea/toddy) included Snacks, soft drinks & alcoholic beverages for sale

Bring
Personal equipment & warm clothing Remember hat, mittens and warm shoes

Notice
The tour might be cancelled or rescheduled due to harsh weather conditions

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The experience

Experience Tromsø from the seaside and feel the atmosphere on board a unique wooden boat more than 100 years old. Enjoy the tranquility on the clear Arctic waters as we guide you through the history of Hermes II.

Enjoy the silence on board

Silence.
Silence away from the city’s hustle. Cars, shops, and people rushing about. Gentle lapping of the waves against the bow, while the engine beats faithfully in the engine room. On deck it’s open. Wide open. It doesn’t matter if you turn port or starboard—the view is magnificent. Breathtaking.

Snow-covered, majestic mountains rise above the clear Arctic waters. A gull or two follows the boat. Instinctively, they think there’s food to be had. Is it the sound of the Cummins 335 engine they recognize, or the boat’s fishing history that tempts them to search for a free meal?

During the trip, you’ll hear the exciting story of Hermes II. Hot drinks are included!

Welcome aboard

Hermes II is equipped with state-of-the-art navigation and safety equipment. On board, you’ll meet highly trained, experienced skippers and hosts with advanced safety training. A trip with Hermes II is meant to be a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.

Facilities

On deck, you can stroll around and enjoy the atmosphere, or settle down on the seating areas. Blankets and seat pads are available to keep you warm, and if you still find it a bit too chilly, we have thermal suits you can borrow.

Below deck, you’ll find a stylish and cozy lounge with seating, dining tables, bunks, a bar, and restrooms. Here, you can also watch films about the company’s boats—from dramatic deep-sea fishing in the Barents Sea to idyllic sunshine trips with Hermes II. You’ll also have access to the same screens the skipper uses on the bridge. You can follow the boat’s course, see the positions of other vessels, check the depth around Hermes II, and even look for nearby fish.

Food & Drinks eller Refreshments

Hermes II is registered as a licensed establishment with full serving and alcohol rights.
This unfortunately means it is not possible to bring your own food and drinks on board. Exceptions can be made for small children and guests with allergies.

On two of our open trips – the 2.5-hour cruise and the 4.5-hour fishing trips – we serve a hot fish cake to everyone. During the fishing trips, we prepare the catch (we usually get fish) in saltwater and serve fresh fish in true Northern Norwegian style. Coffee and tea are included, while other hot drinks, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages are available for purchase on board – also during our shorter one-hour cruises.

The tailored trips are planned together with you. Here, the options are many: from a simple boat trip without food, to light servings on deck, or multi-course tasting menus. For catering, we often collaborate with Mathallen and Dragøy, but other suppliers can certainly be used as well. Get in touch, and we’ll find the arrangement that best suits your wishes and needs.

Clothing

Tromsø is located right on the edge of the Arctic. It’s cold here, but it’s even colder out at sea where you’re more exposed to the wind. We therefore recommend keeping a close eye on the weather forecast for your trip and dressing accordingly.