Top Norway Desserts & Sweets

The rocky cliffs and ocean vistas of the Alta Fjord provide a dazzling backdrop for the night sky's greatest light show but spotting the aurora borealis can be tricky. This small-group tour enhances your chances of seeing the northern lights by taking you out of Alta and into the surrounding countryside, which is free from light pollution. While you wait for the lights to appear, enjoy included snacks and learn about life in northern Norway from your guide.

Will you have spare time in your Norwegian cruise itinerary after docking at Haugesund? Make the most of your time, and embark on a half-day shore excursion to some of the region’s highlight attractions and landscapes. Meet your vehicle in central Haugesund and hop aboard. You’ll head to the dramatic Langfoss waterfall, will see the Haraldshaugen national monument, will admire the Åkrafjorden, and more.

Experience Norway’s natural wonders on this shore excursion from Geiranger. After a scenic drive through the mountains, hop out for a photo on the dramatic cliff-edge of Flydalsjuvet. Continue to the 4,900-foot (1,500-meter) peak of Mount Dalsnibba, where, after winding along the hairpin bends, you’re rewarded with panoramic views over Geiranger and the UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord, before descending to the glittering Lake Djupvatn.

Indulge your sweet tooth and join our pleasant walking tour through Tromsø’s charming streets where we explore the city’s cosy cafés and patisseries that Tromsø residents hold dear to their hearts. Your guide and host will delve into Tromsø’s sweet history and the cultural and social significance these delicious treats have. Hear stories about passionate cinnamon buns, award-winning chocolate and confectioner’s cakes that are talked about far beyond Tromsø’s borders - including the world’s first Northern Lights cake? We visit hand-picked places with local enthusiasts and naturally there will be opportunities for a taste test or two. We find our way to the city’s largest selection of handcrafted cakes and enjoy each other’s company around a delicious piece of cake and warming cup of tea or coffee. “Tromsø’s sweet temptations” is designed with the joy of being together enjoying sweet treats. After all, good company and treats are the perfect recipe for a memorable experience.

Traveling by dog sled is the quintessential way to see the Arctic wilderness, but it takes some practice. This small-group tour from Tromsø teaches you how to control your sled and mush your own team of huskies. Afterward, enjoy cake and a warm drink in the lavvu (traditional Sámi tent).

Gourmet foodies, here’s your chance to taste and explore some of the best chocolate bars from the most award-winning local makers! Bean-to-bar craft chocolate isn’t just for Christmas or Valentine’s Day -you can share the love any time. All you need is a little knowledge about how to taste it and what makes chocolate fine. At this tasting event, you’ll learn the art of sensorial chocolate tasting and discover some of the finest chocolates in the Nordic region (mostly Norway). Cacao and chocolate are not just one flavour. Like wine, cacao has over 600 naturally occurring aroma compounds. Its taste is determined by where the cacao beans come from, how they’re grown, processed, and combined —and often enhanced with local spices. This guided tasting, led by a certified taster, offers a unique opportunity to explore the incredible range of flavours found in single-origin chocolate. We’ll also learn how to identify and savour quality chocolate made from fine-flavour cacao beans.