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Ålesund Walking Tour – 3 Hours

Ålesund differs from most other Norwegian cities with its large concentration of buildings in the Jugend style of architecture. The explanation for this is simple; the town burned to the ground during the Great Fire of 1904. Rebuilding the city took a full three years, aided by numerous local contributions and large donations from the German Kaiser Wilhelm II.
The city planners agreed on consistently using the contemporary style of architecture, Jugend style (also known as Art Nouveau). It is a style characterized by artistic playfulness, fetching inspiration from organic forms and shapes in nature.
This combination of fjords, mountains and a town centre built in so-called art nouveau-style are some of the factors that resulted in Ålesund pinching first place in a survey by the Norwegian daily newspaper Dagbladet. Larger cities like Bergen (second place) and Trondheim (fourth place) – perhaps more famous for their beauty – were not considered to be as scenic as Ålesund when the Norwegians themselves cast their votes.
Walking tour through the winding old city streets, you will learn about the town's historic past. The tour takes in the Art Nouveau houses in the town itself, taking a stroll in the magnificent central district that displays beautiful houses with numerous and elaborate towers, spears and ornaments.
 

Ålesund City Tour – 4 Hours

Experience the splendid beauty and history of Ålesund during this picturesque 4 hour excursion through the city and its surroundings, via private vehicle, driver and local English Speaking Guide. Ålesund, a city built in an Art Nouveau style following a catastrophic fire in 1904. One of a few Art Nouveau towns in the world (Jugend style), Ålesund is home to an atmospheric distinct character that is warmly embraced by the locals.
Drive towards the Art Nouveau center of the town, marvel at the amazing decorations and colourful facades. A brief walking tour through the winding old city streets follows where you will learn about the town's historic past. A stop is made on route to the Art Nouveau Centre for a fascinating insight into Art Nouveau through authentic interiors and objects, as well as a captivating multimedia program called “From Ashes to Art Nouveau”. Here you can experience the devastating 1904 fire via film together with photographs and impressive sound and light effects.
Board your vehicle for the journey out of town towards Borgund, the largest trading centre in Sunnmøre during the Viking Era. Here you will view the picturesque Borgund Church followed by a visit to the inviting Sunnmøre Open Air Folk Museum, focusing on Norwegian coastal culture. Enjoy a stroll between the picturesque houses and the indoor exhibitions and get an insight into the cultural and architectural history of Sunnmøre and the Norwegian coastal culture. Heading back towards the city center, we detour with a drive up Mount Aksla. From this location, a panoramic view of the archipelago, the beautiful town center of Ålesund lying quietly below and the spectacular Sunnmøre Alps opens up in front of you. Return journey back to the city center.
 

Ålesund Kajak Tour – 2 hours

The prefect trip to explore Ålesund, and highly recommended for families. Stories about the area, why Ålesund is built in the Jugend style amongst much more is just some of the info you will get on this sea kayaking in Ålesund. The tour will start and end in Ålesund with about 7 km trip.  
During this trip we take several photo-stops where your able to get some great photos. You will get equipped with all the mandatory equipment and get a safety briefing before we head into our kayaks. The trip will be adapted to the weather conditions.
Basis: Private tour.
Duration:      2 hours Kayaking
Start / End:   City center.
Vehicle:        None.
Guide: English-speaking. Other languages on request.   
Entrances:     None.
Meals: None.
Difficulty:    Grade Easy. Kayaking at leisure pace, walking required over uneven surfaces. No experience required, but you should be able to swim.
Notes:         Tour program may be reversed for logistic / planning purposes. Kayaking equipment and life jackets will be provided. Please bring: Hat, Sun Cream, sunglasses, windproof – and waterproof clothes, spare clothes, swimming suit, towel and water bottle.

 

Washington DC: Deluxe Private DC Monuments & Memorials Pedicab Tour - 3 Hours

• Enjoy a three (3) hour ride with an expert, professional tour guide/pedicab driver.
• Your tour will include all the well-known monuments and memorials in the National Mall area and Tidal Basin, the Presidential Parade Route and the Capitol.
• You will also see many other monuments, memorials, structures and “hidden gems” that no other tour includes during your time in the pedicab.
• All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.
   

• The starting time and date are customizable to fit your schedule.
• This tour is offered all year round, 7-days a week, and at any time of the day or night.
• Restrictions may apply depending on the date of the tour, such as federal holidays.

• Ride in comfort in your own private pedicab with professional driver/tour guide.
• Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guide.
• Door to door service and flexible timing (additional charge for outside of 0.5 miles of the National Mall area).
• This tour is child and pet friendly.
• Tour can be customized based on your interests.
• 24-Hour support phone number.

• Guide/Driver gratuity is not included.  

Washington DC: Washington DC by Land & Sea Private Experience

• The starting time and date of the tour are customizable to fit your schedule. 
• This tour is seasonal and operates from April through November, 7 days a week.
• We recommend a start time of 8am or 9am as it’s a full-day tour.
• Restrictions may apply depending on the date and time of the tour, such as holiday weekends and Fourth of July celebrations.
   

• Rental of comfortable Citi bike, helmets, water and snacks.
• Experience the city and receive local tips from your savvy local guides
• Door-to-door service and flexible timing – bike guide will meet guests at their hotel (transportation back to hotel from the dock/pier after the boat tour is not included but can be added)
• Deluxe private Sport boat experience includes soft drinks, bottled water and ice.

• Boat Captain’s gratuity is included.
• We can customize the tour and stops to fit your needs upon request.

• 24-hour support phone number.

• Bike tour guide’s gratuity is not included.

• Indoor entrance tickets are not included for any locations.
• This experience cannot exceed six (6) guests due to the capacity of the boat. If you have larger parties, contact us for a custom quote with multiple bike tour guides and speed boats.
• Sunset, fireworks, or cherry blossom seasonal bookings are also available (rates may increase).
• All stops, timing and inclusions of the tour are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.
• The order at which attractions are visited on the bike tour may vary. The number of attractions visited may also differ depending on how long guests want to stay at each site. Final itinerary is at guide’s discretion. The tour will end in either Georgetown or the Wharf where guests will get a break for lunch (cost of lunch is not included).