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A Taste of Coastal Traditions

Seafood delights and the possibility to cast the line

A flavorful & educational experience with some exciting fishing! Relax on deck and enjoy nature as we sail in fjords and in between nearby island in the spectacular scenery outside Tromsø. Hear the story of Hermes II, our Skandfer cutter from 1917, learn more about Tromsø’s surroundings and about the warship Tirpitz, which was sunk just outside the city in 1944. On this trip, we will also encounter abundant birdlife, often spotting eagles and seals, and sometimes a pod of dolphins may appear. For extra excitement, we stop for a while so you can try fishing with one of our fishing rods. Selected samples of local, traditional food – served during the trip.

To truly taste the traditions of the coast, the food must also be tried. That’s why we offer a selection of tempting samples, mainly seafood. These will vary slightly depending on the season. But delicious? Oh yes! You can definitely look forward to it!

Duration: 3 hours

Price: 1890,- NOK
Children 3-15: 945 NOK
Children under 3: Free

Capacity/Guests: 2-35

Departures: See under BOOK NOW

Meeting point: Quay 10, by Clarion Hotel Aurora, 15 min before departure

PLEASE NOTICE:
– The tour might be cancelled or rescheduled due to harsh weather conditions.

Included / Facilities

Tasting menu with Northern Norwegian traditional food
Try your fishing luck with one of our rods
Hear the story of Hermes II & the city's surroundings
Bar with all rights
Norwgian and English speaking crew
Warm blankets and thermal suits to lend
Hot coffee/tea/toddy included
Cozy lounge below deck
Personal safety equipment

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THE EXPERIENCE

Experience the breath-taking scenery and the atmosphere on board this more than 100-year old, unique wooden boat. Enjoy the calmness out on the clear Arctic waters, while we guide you through Hermes II’s history. It is difficult to describe a feeling to someone who has never felt it. How do you describe a unique experience that only you have had? So, how do we explain the feeling of being on board a wooden boat that is over 100 years old to someone who has never experienced it? We can try with words, pictures and video, but you can only appreciate the full experience when you get on board.

Peace and quiet on board

Tranquillity.
Calmness away from the bustling town. Cars, shops and people in a hurry. The peaceful sound of the waves hitting the bow, while the beat of the engine thumps faithfully in the engine room. On deck it is open. Totally open. It doesn’t matter whether you turn to port or starboard, the view is the same. It takes your breath away.

Snow-covered, majestic mountains tower over clean, Arctic waters. The occasional seagull follows the boat. As a reflex, they think that there is food to be found here. Is it the sound of the Cummins 335 engine that is recognisable? Or is it the vessel’s history as a fishing boat that attracts the seagulls to look for a free meal?

On the trip, you will learn more about Hermes II’s intriguing history.

hermes 2 with old wooden buildings in background

young girl with pink lifejacket on hermes 2

Safety first

Hermes II is equipped with top-quality modern navigation and safety equipment. On board, you will meet highly qualified and experienced skippers and hosts with upgraded safety training. A trip with Hermes II should be a pleasant and safe experience for everyone.

Facilities

You can wander around on deck and enjoy the atmosphere or relax on the seating. Blankets and seat mats are available when you want to warm up a bit. If it’s still a little too cold for you, we have thermal insulation suits you can borrow. Below deck you will find a nice and warm lounge with seating, dining table, bunks, bar and toilets. There are also screens that show films about the boats the company owns. From dramatic scenes from deep-sea fishing in the Barents Sea to scenic trips in glorious sunshine with Hermes II. All the screens that the skipper has on the bridge can also be viewed down here. You can follow the boat’s course, observe where other boats are located, check the depth around the vessel and try to see if there are fish nearby.

Serving

Hermes II is registered as a restaurant with a serving licence. Therefore we are not able to allow our guests to bring their own food or drinks. Exceptions can be made for small children and allergy sufferers.

On two of our open trips – the 2.5 hour cruise and the fishing trip (4.5 h) alll our guests get a warm fishcake. On the fishing trip we prepare today’s catch and serve fresh fish the traditional northern Norwegian way. Coffee and tea are included. Other hot drinks, soft drinks and alcoholic drinks may be purchased on board – also on our 1 hour trips.

On some of our SPECIAL SEASONAL CRUISES we offer special food & wine/beer menus. We focus on local produce to give you an exciting culinary experience. E.g: Skriemølje (famous fresh cod dish) in the winter, aquavit & herring dishes for Christmas, beer and seafood-based local street food in the summer or other special events related to food concepts.

We plan the TAILOR-MADE TRIPS in cooperation with you. There are many options, from a pure boat trip without food, to various servings on deck, to multi-course tasting menus in the lounge below deck. On a trip with us you can enjoy a culinary experience with a delicious selection of known – and perhaps unknown – flavours from the best local food producers.

Please contact us, and we will find the best menu for your cruise.

Clothing

Tromsø lies approximately on the edge of the Arctic ice. It is cold here, but it is even colder out at sea and it’s more exposed to wind. We therefore recommend that you keep abreast of the weather forecast before your trip and dress accordingly.

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Excursion to Finnkroken

Book Hermes II for a private 6 hours excursion to Finnkroken - an old traditional trading place wit a rich history - just like the boat itself. You may also join us on one of our open trips.

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Tailored trip

We also offer chartered trips with customized catering, activities, entertainment and other tailor-made solutions. Well suited for firms, groups of friends, organizations, motivation trips and business meetings

Design & gift shop

The shop in Kystens Hus offers a diverse range of Nordic and local designs, coastal and fisheries-related products, our own especially designed Hermes II collections and other environmentally friendly high-quality goods.