This tour you can tailor make Yourself. Choose departure from either Odda and Lofthus. Then decide which cider producer you would like to visit/can also visit all of them! You will get an unique guided experiences from farm to farm, including tastings of their outstanding products.
On this leisurely cruise you will learn more about the nature and history of the area, about old traditions and young ideas. If you are looking for a small adventure after a long day of hiking, a relaxing tour to enjoy the beautiful scenery, then this tour is the perfect activity for you.
Departures:
Odda Tourist Information
Torget 2
5750 Odda
and
Hotel Ullensvang
Ullensvangvegen 865
5781 Lofthus
Welcome to this adventure, combining the best of two worlds - a fjordcruise on the Hardangerfjord combined with the sparkling gold of Hardanger: the locally produced apple cider.
The well-known Hardanger apples have been pressed andprocessed to perfection for generations. The earliest documentation of fruitgrowing in Norway dates all the way back to the 13th century. It is believed that the Cistercian monks were the first to plant apple trees in Norway.
In recent years, however, the popularity, quality, and standard of Hardanger Cider have reached new heights. The product has won multiple awards both nationally and internationally. Like “Champagne,” “Cider from Hardanger” is a geographicallyprotected brand name. The cider, fermented from apple juice, is characterized by its light, sour and aromatic apple taste.
Choose your departre from either Odda or Lofthus- the tour starts with historicalfjord safari along the Hardangerfjord - a fjord filled with living cultural heritage, surrounded by massive mountains clad in glacier ice - you will see different attractions, spots of wildlife, and our professional guide will tell fascinating natural- and cultural stories from the area.
The boat trip leads you to Nå, a village with some of the best and most famous cider producers of Hardanger.
Arriving at Nå, you can choose among visiting 3 different ciderfarms - you choose the farm as 'addon' when placing your booking. At each farm You are welcome to join their guided tours around the farm, learn about the production, and tastings their outstanding products.
Alde - description More about https://www.aldesider.no/
Edel - description https://åkregård.no/
Store Nå - description https://www.storenaasiderkompani.com/
After the farmvisit, if time, another highlight, enjoy a lunch or dinner at the restaurant Siderhuset Ola K https://www.olak.no/
Flotation suit
Information about local nature and history
Professional and certified Guide, Skipper & Storyteller carrying safety, rescue and first aid equipment
A taste/1 glass of Sider or juice
Level of difficulty: Suitable for all
The only physical challenge you might be facing on this tour is the descent into the boat and the ascent back onto the pier after the tour. Especially at low tide this might require climbing a wooden ladder which can be slippery when wet. Please inform your guide of any medical conditions that might impact you during your tour or in an emergency.
Requirements:
Approximately 5 hrs • 30nm/50km return • Descent and accent only into and out of the boat
11am: Based on your preference you can meet your guide and travel companions:
We recommend being at the meeting point 10 minutes before the official meeting time. Please use the bathroom before the tour.
The RIB Boat Fjord Tour is one of the activities where weather does not matter. We run the tour in all weather conditions and every type of weather has its’ moments of beauty. Of course, we will adapt our driving style to the wind, rain and wave conditions.
You should adapt your clothing according to these conditions. Even though the floatation suits keep you nice and warm, be aware that you do not move much, and the wind will cool you down quite a bit.
Nevertheless, the RIB Boat Fjord Safari is the perfect bad weather alternative and always an experience.
Depending on the weather conditions:
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