Fjord Tour to Senja from Tromsø with Arctic Route

General information

The tour includes one scenic ferry crossing, several photo stops, and a delicious lunch platter at the idyllic Hamn resort. Fill both your senses and your stomach with great memories on this compact sightseeing tour through Northern Norway’s stunning landscapes.

This is a self-guided tour via the app “Voice of Norway”. Please download the app before departure from your App Store.

This tour offers an easy and comfortable way to visit the majestic island of Senja.

5 reasons to visit Senja

- Senja is still a hidden gem for many travellers – here, you can almost have nature to yourself.

- The viewpoints at Tungeneset, Bergsbotn, Mefjord, Ersfjord and the Bergsøy archipelago near Hamn are mesmerising.

- The National Scenic Route on Senja is considered by many to be the most beautiful of Norway’s 18 scenic routes.

- Crystal-clear blue waters, green forests and white mountain peaks create truly spectacular scenery.

- The friendliness of the local people will give this island a special place in your heart.

Island hopping by bus and ferry along the National Scenic Route

Enjoy a wonderful day along the Norwegian coast, travelling from Tromsø to Kvaløya and onwards to Senja. After approximately 1.5 hours on the road, you board a local ferry to Senja, where the dramatic Arctic scenery awaits.

Along the way, there will be photo stops at Camp Steinfjord – once voted Norway’s most beautiful beach. Stretch your legs and take in the Arctic summer landscape while keeping your camera close.

The magic of Senja

Senja is often called “Norway in miniature”. During this tour, you will experience many of the different landscapes Norway is famous for – deep fjords, steep mountains, white sandy beaches and traditional fishing villages. You will travel along one of Norway’s 18 National Scenic Routes on the western side of Senja.

There will also be a photo stop at the scenic Ersfjord beach, surrounded by dramatic mountains and home to the gradually world-famous “Golden Toilet”.

Local lunch at historic Hamn

At the Storbrygga restaurant in the former fishing village of Hamn from the 1880s, you can enjoy a traditional fish soup with two small tastings while overlooking the harbour and the locals’ favourite mountain, Sukkertoppen.

If the weather allows, you can enjoy your lunch outside on the quay in a peaceful maritime setting. Sit back, relax and take it all in.

Food

Fish soup with two small tastings is included in the tour. There is also a kiosk in Hamn selling snacks and drinks.

For the return journey to Tromsø, a food bag with a tasty vegetarian wrap and Arctic water is included. If you would like to buy additional food or drinks, there will be a stop at the local supermarket in Skaland on Senja (approximately 13:35 on the way there and 16:15 on the return journey). Please note that the supermarket is closed on Sundays.

Time schedule

- Departure from Tromsø: 8:45 AM (08:45)
- Ferry crossing: 10:45–11:30 AM (10:45–11:30)
- Photo stop at Camp Steinfjord: 12:30–12:50 PM (12:30–12:50)
- Arrival at Hamn in Senja: 2:15 PM (14:15)
- Seafood lunch and free time: 2:15–3:25 PM (14:15–15:25)
- Departure from Hamn in Senja: 3:30 PM (15:30)
- Ferry crossing: 6:00–6:45 PM (18:00–18:45)
- Arrival in Tromsø: 8:25 PM (20:25)

The Arctic Route bus will make several pick-up and drop-off stops between Tromsø and Senja.

Included: Transport by Arctic Route bus, ferry crossings, self-guided audio tour via the Voice of Norway app, fish soup with two small tastings, vegetarian wrap and Arctic water on the return journey, and photo stops along the route.
Please bring: Warm and comfortable clothing, windproof and waterproof jacket, good walking shoes, camera, and sunglasses on sunny days
Departure time and place: Meeting time is 08:30 am at Prostneset Bus Terminal in Tromsø, by the bus platforms (Samuel Arnesens gate 1). Look for the red Arctic Route bus with number 930 displayed on the top screen
Level of difficulty: Easy / family-friendly
Duration: Approx. 11.5 hours

Prices from

1990 NOK per person

• - Adult NOK 1990
• - Child 5-15 years NOK 1295
• - Child 0-4 years NOK 600