TROMSØ BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
A 3‑Hour Odyssey Around Tromsø Aboard the Luxury Yacht Arctic Queen
A concise guide to the Arctic Queen fjord cruise — what you’ll see on the route, what’s provided onboard, and how to prepare for the 3‑hour excursion.
A 3‑Hour Odyssey Around Tromsø Aboard the Luxury Yacht Arctic Queen.
Embark from Tromsø on a three‑hour fjord cruise aboard the newest luxury yacht in town, the Arctic Queen. The trip threads past islands and mountains, pauses in sheltered bays, offers warm drinks and snacks, and includes a stop at the World War II site where the German battleship Tirpitz was bombed — all from the yacht’s panoramic flybridge and comfortable saloon.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Mountains, Fjords and Islands
The cruise traces a short coastal arc from Tromsø past Håkøya and along Sørbotn, putting mountains, fjords and small islands squarely in view from the yacht’s best vantage points.
A Luxury Yacht with a Flybridge and Warm Saloon
Arctic Queen is described as a luxury yacht with a super‑nice saloon and a flybridge that offers the best view in town; warm suites are available for passengers who prefer to stay outside but sheltered.
Warm Drinks, Fishing and a WWII Stop
Guests are welcomed with warm coffee or tea and snacks, can try fishing during the cruise, and make a short stop at the site where the German battleship Tirpitz was bombed in February 1944.
What the day feels like
What the Cruise Feels Like
The three‑hour voyage is paced for viewing and comfort: depart from Tromsø, pass Håkøya and enter the small bay of Sørbotn where the yacht slows to take in the surroundings, call at the Tirpitz bombing site for a short stop, cruise the backside of Grindøya and then return to Tromsø. Along the way the crew offers warm drinks and snacks, and guests can try their hand at fishing from the yacht.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cruise suits — and what to consider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring a hat and mittens and wear warm shoes; layer for cold, damp conditions while on deck.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the fjord cruise?
The cruise lasts three hours.
Where do we meet the boat?
The meeting location is the floating jetty on the backside of the Scandic Ishavshotel in Tromsø.
Will there be food and drink provided?
Guests are welcomed with warm coffee or tea and some snacks onboard.
Is there an opportunity to fish during the cruise?
The crew will try some fishing if guests would like to participate; fresh fish may be possible on the way back to Tromsø.
Does the cruise visit any historical sites?
Yes — the itinerary includes a short stop at the area where the German battleship Tirpitz was bombed in February 1944.