Top 7 Historical & Heritage Tours in Nordland, Northern Norway

March 11, 2022 Sachiko Swiger

Typified by steep mountains and the flat lowlands where they meet the Norwegian Sea, Nordland is known for its stunning scenery. The Lofoten Islands off the mainland are considered among the world's best for travelers and include unique attractions like the Lofotr Viking Museum at Borg. Saltstraumen near Bodo has the world's strongest tidal current. Further south, Vega has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its age-old lifestyle of fishing and eider duck down harvesting.
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1. Lofoten Summer Photography Tour

Lofoten Lights
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This tour is dedicated to those who love photography. You don't have to be a photographer to be a part of this tour: you have to be a nature lover, keen on discover the hidden parts of the Lofoten archipelago and its unique spots characterized by enchanting lights and colors. During this daily tour we will visit the Atlantic side, the wildest side where nature shows its purest and untamed side. The beauty of Haukland beach and its tropical aspect, Utakleiv, known as a real paradise for climbers, are just some of the natural beauties that these islands offer. But Lofoten islands are history, culture, and folklore as well and we want you to be a part of their past history. The fantastic fishing villages of Henningsvær and Nusfjord remind us of a glorious past; Henningsvær and its interesting and picturesque architecture, Nusfjord and the importance of fishing during the Middle Ages; The magnificent arctic lights have inspired and continue to inspire artists from all over the world.

Inclusions: narrative and knowledgeable speaking guide, Comfortable minivan, Pick up and drop off at the hotel

Exclusions: Drinks, Food and drinks, Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By soorajc920

We reached Svolvær on a very bad weather , it was raining and cloudy weather in December and I had booked 2 day photography tour with Lofoten Lights. My wife and I were worried on missing out on places in Lofoten as we had only 2 days with us. Next day we got picked up by Eric for our tour,he is a very warm and very friendly guide.He started out our tour by taking to a mirror art installed next to the mountain landscape it was very good, in 2 days he covered all the places which are listed in tour ,he is extremely knowledgeable ,he gave us so many facts,he is an amazing photographer and each and every framing of shots is very good.Even though it was a bad weather he made sure that we waited for getting good light and then he helped us taking many memories in form of photos . We will definitely come back in summer and book a photography tour with Lofoten lights for Eric our guide. He is very professional and an awesome tour guide.

2. eBike guided City Tour

Molostua, Moloveien 9, 8003 Bodø, Norway Opplev Nord - Experience North
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This unique tour will take you to several attractions in Bodø city without any effort. It will also bring you in close contact with your surroundings and nature. We provide premium eBikes that are comfortable, safe and easy to ride. The tour is 16 km and will be at a level suitable for everyone able to ride a bicycle. During the tour we will pass by museums, churches and buildings of architecture giving you plenty of photo opportunities. We also focus on the fantastic wallpaintings from the UpNorth Festival in Bodø in 2016 - created by internationally recognized artists. The last half will take you into nature on easy paths before we return to the city centre. When riding we will communicate with Walkie Talkies - for guiding and for a heads-up on special situations.

Inclusions: eBike, Helmet, Cycle gloves, Protective goggles, Backpack, Bottled water, Snacks, Walkie Talkie

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Reviewed By gu-joerg

Fantastic views and a very knowledgeable guide. Highly recommended! The mountain trails were perfect for thrilling e-bike rides.

3. Summer Full-Day Guided Tour of the Lofoten Islands

Lofoten Lights
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With this excursion, we would like you to discover a part of these amazing islands; our guide won't show you only some of the most characteristic fishing villages which have made these islands famous, but she/he will also make you explore unspoiled nature, genuine and extraordinary parts of these fantastic corner of the world, the Lofoten archipelago. You will admire the Arctic landscape and fishing communities where you can breath the history and the atmosphere of the past when the fishermen used to gather up here to participate to the cod fishing season. Gimsøy island and its old church , Eggum and its wild landscape and white sandy beach, Henninsgvær, the Venice of the north and Kabelvåg are just some of the places you will admire and discover. With this 5 -hour Lofoten guided tour, our knowledgeable guide will show the highlights of the northern side of the archipelago.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By soorajc920

We reached Svolvær on a very bad weather , it was raining and cloudy weather in December and I had booked 2 day photography tour with Lofoten Lights. My wife and I were worried on missing out on places in Lofoten as we had only 2 days with us. Next day we got picked up by Eric for our tour,he is a very warm and very friendly guide.He started out our tour by taking to a mirror art installed next to the mountain landscape it was very good, in 2 days he covered all the places which are listed in tour ,he is extremely knowledgeable ,he gave us so many facts,he is an amazing photographer and each and every framing of shots is very good.Even though it was a bad weather he made sure that we waited for getting good light and then he helped us taking many memories in form of photos . We will definitely come back in summer and book a photography tour with Lofoten lights for Eric our guide. He is very professional and an awesome tour guide.

4. Saltstraumen by RIB

Stella Polaris, Hurtigruten kai/Fergeterminal, Bodø, Norway Stella Polaris
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Bodø is home to Saltstraumen, the strongest tidal current in the world. Visit Saltstraumen by RIB for the ultimate experience! Be up close and personal with the elements and scout for sea eagles, puffins and porpoises along your journey. Admire the Caledonian mountain folding, and learn about the Arctic history from the Stone Age upon modern life today!

Inclusions: Flotation suit, life jacket,hat, goggles and gloves.

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Reviewed By anita360

RIB i Bodø's archipelango was a fantastic experience, even on a grey and windy day. Great fun and informative; learned a lot about Bodø and surrounding area. Got to see sea eagle both close at nest and in the air. Amazing! Can absolutely recommend this experience to families!

5. Cityguiding in Mo I Rana

Gågate Mo sentrum, Jernbanegata 11, 8622 Mo i Rana, Norway ExploRana AS

Our experienced guides will tell You all You need to know about Mo I Rana. It’s inhabitants, it’s past, the commerce. It’s all exciting! From the earliest settlements to modern community. We will let You have a better understanding of why the surroundings are the way they are and about events that happened as they did. Join us on an exciting trip through Mo I Rana. Learn about our diverse history and how it is to live at 66 °. The tour takes approx. 1 hour. The guiding is normally carried out in Norwegian, but preferably in English if needed. The tour can be booked all year, but from June 20.th until August 20.th at 7 PM, we stand ready to welcome you in the town center.

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Reviewed By D7511HXsarab

It’s a must to do when you go to Mo I Rana! Even with the cold you can get warm with some coffee and snacks, and a little bonfire. The guide had incredible knowledge about the northern lights, and will try his best to make you see them. Very friendly and helpful!

6. World War II Historic e-Bike Tour in Bodø

Moloveien 9, 8003 Bodø, Norway Opplev Nord - Experience North

Join in! A comfortable eBike ride allows us to visit historic WW2 sites with ease and within a reasonable time range. Entering a tunnel of war and a restored Luftwaffe communications bunker (museum) are two of our highlights. And in between those we visit several places with both well known and more hidden stories from the second world war. The Napoleon wars are also worth mentioning. . . On our way we pass fantastic wall paintings, museums, historic buildings and statues as well as beautiful nature on secluded paths outside the city.

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Reviewed By gu-joerg

Fantastic views and a very knowledgeable guide. Highly recommended! The mountain trails were perfect for thrilling e-bike rides.

7. Small-Group Cultural Walking Tour of Skrova

Fotobrygga, Været 6, 8320 Skrova, Norway Koselig Moments

Discover the picturesque island of Skrova on a short walking trip! This tour focus on the island's culture, traditions and stories shared by the locals. We will walk through some of the most picturesque parts of the island and end on the famous tunnel photo exhibition, representing 100 years of Skrova history. Once the biggest fishing village in Lofoten, Skrova has a long history connected to fishing and whaling, but also a thriving community who has been changing and adapting through times. Together with history, culture, food and fishing, you will hear stories about ghosts and local crimes! Most of the content of this tour is not found on books or internet, most stories have been collected and shared directly by locals from Skrova community by word of mouth. These trips are run by a Portuguese guide living in Skrova, who following her fascination by Norway followed the "Bacalhau" journey back to Arctic waters.

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