Summer voyage Copenhagen – Ålesund

Seven nights of summer sailing from Copenhagen to Ålesund, the gateway to the Norwegian fjords. On board the barquentine Antigua you sail through the Kattegat and the Skagerrak and along the Norwegian coast, with long stretches on the open sea.

THE TRIP AT A GLANCE

Route: Copenhagen – Kattegat – Skagerrak – Norwegian coast – Ålesund
Departure: Tuesday 27 July 2027, 18:00, Copenhagen, Denmark
Arrival: Tuesday 3 August 2027, 09:00, Ålesund, Norway
Duration: 7 nights
Ship: Antigua, barquentine

Prices per person

Standard cabin (bunk beds): € 980
Comfort cabin (two single beds): € 1,240

Lowest price from € 980 per person in a standard cabin, full board included.

A SCANDINAVIAN SUMMER ADVENTURE

On this active long-distance voyage there are many sea miles and longer stretches of open sea ahead. From the Baltic the Antigua sails through the Kattegat and the Skagerrak, then follows the Norwegian coast north.

You enjoy the long summer days on the water, the light nights and a real feeling of being at sea. Your destination is Ålesund, the Art Nouveau town that is the gateway to the famous Norwegian fjords.

THE ROUTE

Copenhagen

You board in Copenhagen. The ship heads north through the Sound.

Kattegat and Skagerrak

Along the Swedish and Danish coasts the Antigua crosses the Kattegat, then rounds Skagen into the Skagerrak.

Along the Norwegian coast

The ship follows the south-west coast of Norway north, with islands, skerries and mountains to starboard.

Ålesund

The voyage ends in Ålesund. If you like, extend your stay with a trip to the Geirangerfjord.

EXTRA INFORMATION

LIFE ON BOARD

The Antigua is a barquentine, a three-master with square sails on the foremast. You sleep in a standard cabin with bunk beds or in a more spacious comfort cabin with two separate beds, each with its own shower and toilet. Bed linen, towels and full board are included, as are harbour dues and fuel. You are always welcome to help on deck, but you do not have to: the permanent crew sails the ship. On the longer stretches the ship also sails through the night, and you are always welcome to help with the sailing.

WHO IS THIS VOYAGE FOR

For those who want to truly head out to sea in summer, with lots of sailing hours and a spectacular destination. No sailing experience is needed.

GOOD TO KNOW

• On board you settle drinks and extras at the end of the trip, in cash and in euros only.
• If you prefer not to share, you can book a single cabin at the standard price plus 50 per cent.
• Drinks (except coffee, tea and water) are not included.
• Bring a passport or identity card for Norway.
• Travel insurance covering medical costs and repatriation is required; cancellation insurance is recommended.
• Travel to the port of departure and home from the port of arrival is not included.
• Ideally arrive a day before departure: the ship cannot wait for late arrivals.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do I need sailing experience?

No. The permanent crew sails the ship; you are always welcome to help.

How do I get home from Ålesund?

From Ålesund you fly via Oslo or Bergen back to Belgium or the Netherlands.

What weather can I expect?

In late July it is 15 to 22 °C. It can be chilly at sea, so bring warm clothing.

How do I book this trip?

Send us a request through the booking form on this page. Together we will check availability, your choice of cabin and the next steps.

The trip description and route are indicative. The programme depends on weather, wind and sea conditions; the captain has the final say on the route and ports.

All services that make up your trip are provided by independent suppliers. When you book, you enter into a contract directly with the supplier, the ship, under the booking conditions of that ship. As an agent, our service consists of promoting the trips offered by the supplier and acting as a facilitator in obtaining a booking agreement between the customer and the supplier. In doing so, we are always at your disposal with our experience and service.

The barquentine Antigua has been sailing European waters for over 50 years. She began life as a UK fishing ship build 1957. With sense of nautical tradition and attention to detail, in 1993 the Antigua was converted to the beautiful tall ship she is today.