Explore the mighty archipeology on the coast of Trøndelag

Next to the main route going along the Norwegian coast you finn an off-the-beaten-track cruise destination with a rich history, thriving local community and abounding supply of local food! With our laidback but warm “Hitra-hospitality” we will welcome cruise guests with open arms and give them an autentic experience of the life here in “The Island Kingdom”, Hitra and Frøya.

Explore Hitra offers a range of different excursions, all inclusive with bus shuttle, guides and dispatch. Curious about the destination? Or you’ve already a planned call here? Please contact us for help to arrange excursions and plan the intinary.

Excursions

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Back to the Iron Age (and lavvo event)
Back to the Iron Age (and lavvo event)

This tour will take you all the way back to the Iron Age. At Dolmsundet you will learn about the way people lived during that time in an authentic longhouse and try some “Iron Age Games”.

Seafood Bonanza
Seafood Bonanza

Indulge in a seafood feast with abundant table servings and delightful small courses. A culinary delight awaits!

From Hatchery to Platter
From Hatchery to Platter

Take part in this educational tour depicting the circle of life for farmed salmon from hatchery to shipping factory.

Sea Eagle Safari
Sea Eagle Safari

Discover the natural habitat of the sea eagle on this safari with local sailors in traditional wooden boats. Sight of sea eagles almost guaranteed!

Under Occupation
Under Occupation

Learn about the entangled lives of locals, German soldiers and Russian prisoners on Hemnskjela during World War II.

Highlights of Hitra
Highlights of Hitra

Discover Hitra’s hidden gems: meet deer at the local farm Dalpro, explore the coastal museum, and visit Dolm’s historic church.

Visit the Old Trading Centre of Hopsjø
Visit the Old Trading Centre of Hopsjø

Get captivated by histories of Hopsjø’s Old Trading Center on

a guided tour of the whale hunting museum, their old shoppe

and the canning museum.

Visit a salmon farm
Visit a salmon farm

Get an insider’s view on a sea-based salmon farm with professional insights from the Coastal Museum.

Historical Life on the Coast
Historical Life on the Coast

It all begins with an idea.

Port at Hitra

Next to the main traveling route between north and south of Norway.

300 meters from the port you find the passenger boat terminal with:

  • 2 free exibithions about the salmon farming industry

  • Café with possibility to arrange a “meet the locals”

  • Zodiac tours to a salmon farming facility

Other facilities/activities close to the port:

  • “Under occupation” - excursion about WWII

  • Gouded tour to salmon factory/slaughtery