DS KYSTEN

Charter with DS Kysten!
A group of enthusiasts bought the ship for Tønsberg's 11th anniversary in 1971. DS Kysten has become an important symbol of Tønsberg's maritime history. 

The boat is certified for 99 passengers.

 

Serving
You are encouraged to order what you want to eat on board at the same time as you order the tickets. You will then be guaranteed to get what you want. Kiosk goodws, cofee, ice cream, mineral water, beer and wine are sold on board.

NB! Pre-ordering of food must be completed before 20:00 the day before sailing.

 

Contact DS Kysten for your request.

Aarholt-tunet Gjestegård (for groups)

The Aarholt-tunet Gjestegård has space for your own thoughts, good conversations, magical moments or simply childish wonder.

In the summer Aarholt Farm invites families to a week full of activities. Experience cutting the sheeps, baking bread, climbing, singing, snuggle with the bunnies, picking eggs from the hens and telling each other good stories. In the winter, couples are invited to couple-courses.  

Sail On

Maritime courses for sailing and boat driver licences. Sail On also offers rental of sailboats, sails and rib. Team building for companies through sailing, rib and water sports activities.

Sail On uses the entire outer Oslofjord and Vestfold's beautiful archipelago for activities, in cooperation with several other actors to be able to deliver courses and events of high quality.

Life is an adventure, make sure you find the time to enjoy it!

Sea-Rafting

The owner and captain have unique knowledge of the archipelago and the national park, he is also a certified guide in the area.

Guided tours with a certified guide
Lighthouse safari
Island hopping

Guided tour to Edvard Munch´s house in Åsgårdstrand (for groups)

Groups / private tour by appointment

The price includes a tour of the house and studio, and a walk through Åsgårdstrand.

Groups of max. 15 persons. For larger groups – two tours.

Get in touch for facilitation / special needs. Guided tours can take place in Norwegian / English / German, must be informed in advance.

Orders and any questions can be asked to Solfrid Sakkariassen, phone: + 47 48 22 92 98, mail: solfrid.sakkariassen@vestfoldmuseene.no

Guide i Vestfold – Tom Ludwigsen

Tom Ludwigsen is an authorized guide in Færder National Park and a dedicated guide at Olsen Nauen Bellfoundry.

Norwegian and English language.

City walks in Tønsberg
– Along Brygga
– Slottsfjell Museum / Vestfoldtunet / Slottsfjellet
– Venerable buildings
– Haugar / Vestfold Art Museum
– Cosy alleys
– Svend Foyn
– Nordbyen
– Fjerdingen
– Grevestien to Gullkronene Nature Reserve
– Graabroder’n on Graabrødre road and the monestary ruins
​​​​​​- The monestary ruins in Tønsberg/Færder Library

City walks in Sandefjord
– Anders Jahres Midtåsen with sculpture park and Steen pavilion
– Viking Park
– Whaler's Monument
– The Whaling Museum
– The whaling boat Southern Actor
– Sandefjord Bathhouse
– Fea Bolt
– Berg road's hidden treasures

Bus tours
– Tønsberg
– Nøtterøy
– Tjøme
– Bolærne
– Færder National Park
– The World's End
– National Park Centre
– The Viking Trail
– Mølen
– Borre mounds / Midgard / Gildehallen
– Oseberg mound
– Gokstad mound
– The Heimdal discovery
– Kaupang
– Olsen Nauen Bellfoundry
– Munchs House / Munch park
– The Norwegian Naval Museum
– Preus Photo Museum
– Automobile Museum
– Vallø, including manor
– Salt Works
– Batteriodden

Eidene

Eidene has 550 acres of land in scenic surroundings, with the forest, the beach, rocky mountains and docks nearby.

In addition to good food and good facilities, Eidene can offer activities that everyone can participate in. You get to decide – the combination of having fun together and moving boundaries makes for memorable experiences.

After the activities you can, for example, end it all in Eidenes Viking house in the forest. You can have dinner around the fireplace. The perfect atmosphere for good conversation, good food and drinks.

You can also enjoy dinner on the beach during the summer season. Either way, Eidene will make sure you have a memorable day!

Eidene has a wide range of activities that can be customized and organized for any group. They use the forest for many of their activities; collaborative exercises such as the quiz trail, the Bermuda Triangle, the Balance Sheet and the obstacle course, competitive activities such as air rifle, ax throw and super sprayed. The Eidene also has activities on the beach and canoes, rowing boats or boat trips if the weather allows it.

You can also take part in the Witch Jump – a rope path 12 meters above the ground, or hike on the many trails in the forest, canyons and at rocky mountains. This, and much more you can experience at Eidene!

Get in touch and Eidene will make you a program with the appropriate combinations whether you want excitement and challenges, or team building. All activities are adapted to each group and size.

The Red Cross Centers, Eidene is owned by the Norwegian Red Cross, and has an important social responsibility. You contribute to the humanitary work when you book your visit to Eidene.

The Viking Ship Saga Oseberg

Viking Group activities 10 – 300 people

As a crew on board the Viking ship, Saga Oseberg, you can learn more about the Viking era. Meet the "Høvedsmann" (skipper) on the pier. After a small rowing-course, you will learn the words, expressions and rules on board. Then the group are ready for rowing the Tønsberg harbor and historic areas to Vestfjorden. Hear the exciting story of the Viking era, the Oseberg find, the Oseberg ship and the Oseberg women, and the construction of Saga Oseberg. Maybe there will be a rowing contest?

For large groups Saga Oseberg can be combined with smaller Viking boats and activities at Vikingodden.

Tailored programs for each group.

Berntine

The ship can be chartered and are certified for up to 40 passengers.

Berntine sail from Tønsberg Brygge or Tønsberg Kystkultursenter, with trips to Færder National Park.

Season is from May to September.

Fjordtaxi

Activities – sightseeing and guided tours for groups up to 12 people.

– Round Trip. The islands Fjærholmen, Bjerkøsundet, Årøsund, – historic walk on Fulehuk Lighthouse and Mellom Bolæren. Price from 3.000 NOK, – to 5.000 NOK, -.

– Lighthouse visit. Visit Færder- or Fulehuk Lighthouse and get a historical tour. Price from  3.000 NOK, – to 6.000 NOK, -.

– Seal safari. Visit and experience the seals in Færder National Park. Price from 2.000 NOK, – to 3.000 NOK, -.

– Fishing Trips. Bring your own fishing equipment. The Fjordtaxi's skipper, who also has fished for many years, will take you to the best fishing spots in the outer Oslofjord. Price from 3.000 NOK, – to 6.000 NOK, -.

– Hunting Tours. If you are a hunter, and can go hunting for felling birds, mink, seals or small game.