9 days / 8 nights
Tromsø • Kirkenes • Bergen
Join an Arctic adventure which travels to remote regions along the dramatic coastline and to the most northerly part of Norway.
Although your journey will be at the same latitude as Siberia and Alaska, the influence of the Gulf Stream creates the longest ice-free polar coast.
Joining your ship in Norway's Arctic capital, Tromsø, you begin your leisurely Voyage North. Together with your fellow passengers, you keep your eyes to the skies as you pass through the waters towards Honningsvåg. From Honningsvåg you may join an excursion to mainland Europe's most northerly point, North Cape . This is a wild and windswept headland where the cliffs rise dramatically 300 metres from the sea, and you gaze out with nothing but water between you and the frozen wastes surrounding the North Pole.
Sailing on, you now bear east, and eventually reach the sheltered harbour of Kirkenes, a mere 10km from the Russian border. Kirkenes is the turning point for the Hurtigruten voyage, and this fascinating little town allows a tantalising glimpse into life in this remote region of Norway.
You will then embark your Southbound Voyage to the cultural city of Bergen, gateway to the fjords with its cobbled streets and Hanseatic warehouses. Your journey takes in the Viking capital of Norway, Trondheim, with an opportunity to join a tour of this great city with its fine examples of medieval and impressive wooden architecture.
ItineraryDay 1 : Fly to Tromsø and transfer to the ship for embarkation (D).
Day 2 - 3 : Sail north to Kirkenes, the turning point of the voyage, with the opportunity to join optional excursions before embarking on your southbound voyage (B, D).
Day 3 - 7 : Admire the changing scenery of the Voyage South from the dramatic north to the fjords of the south (B, D).
Day 8 : Arrive in Bergen in the afternoon and transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay (B).
Day 9 : Depending on flight timings there may be some free time to explore Bergen before you depart (B).
Key: B = Breakfast; D = Dinner
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Fares :-
Excursions
North Cape - Europe's Northernmost Point : From Honningsvåg a coach will take you to the North Cape plateau where you may enjoy unsurpassed views towards the North Pole, a potentially incredible backdrop for experiencing the Northern Lights.
| Duration : | 3.5 hours | Price per person : | £72 | Pre-bookable |
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Scooter Trip in Lapland - Kjøllefjord : After being kitted out for your snowmobile adventure in snowmobile overalls, special boots, hat, gloves and helmet you are taken to the starting point of the trip. Your guide will tell you about life on the Finnmark coast and the Sami that live here along the way. After receiving driving instructions from the guides you start the drive to Mehamn through the snow covered landscapes of Finnmark all the way to the Hurtigruten quay in Mehamn.
(Available for departures from 10 December until end of March. Driving licence required).
| Duration : | 2 hours | Price per person : | £198 | Pre-bookable |
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The Russian Border - Kirkenes : A short tour takes you to the border with Russia, providing a distant glimpse of the intriguing lands that lie to the east.
| Duration : | 2 hours | Price per person : | £32 | Pre-bookable |
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Kirkenes Snow Hotel - Kirkenes : Visit the Gabba Reindeer Park where the Snow Hotel is situated. Enjoy a guided tour of the hotel with the beautifully decorated snow suites and a drink in the ice bar. Afterwards there will be time to meet the reindeer before you head to Gabba restaurant to warm up by the fire and enjoy a snack.
(Available for departures from 9 December until end of March).
| Duration : | 2.5 hours | Price per person : | £42 | Pre-bookable |
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Husky Adventure - Kirkenes : Enjoy an exhilarating Alaskan Husky-dog ride across the open plains of Northern Norway, located near the Snow Hotel and beside Gabba Reindeer Park. Accompanied by experienced mushers, who compete in dog races this excursion takes you on a thrilling adventure in picturesque surroundings. With only two passengers to a sled and a musher (guide) you have an opportunity to steer or you can simply sit back and enjoy the ride.
Afterwards, hot drinks are served around a log fire and you will have a chance to look around the Snow Hotel and visit the reindeer.
(Available for departures from 9 December until end of March).
| Duration : | 2.5 hours | Price per person : | £99 | Pre-bookable |
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Snowmobile Safari - Kirkenes : Drive the snowmobile across the frozen sea (instructions given). On your return relax in a traditional dwelling and enjoy an introduction to the everyday life of the Sami. Warm clothing is provided.
(Available for departures from 9 December until end of March. Driving licence required).
| Duration : | 2.5 hours | Price per person : | £110 | Pre-bookable |
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Lofotr Viking Feast – Stamsund : Visit the Lofotr Viking Museum at Borg, where the largest Viking building ever found has been recreated. During a Viking feast in the banquet hall you will learn more about Viking legends and traditions.
| Duration : | 3 hours | Price per person : | £71 | Pre-bookable |
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Trondheim with Nidaros Cathedral - Trondheim : This tour of Trondheim and its outskirts visits the famous medieval Nidaros Cathedral and passes by the Stiftsgården Palace, one of Scandinavia's most impressive wooden buildings.
| Duration : | 2 hours | Price per person : | £32 | Pre-bookable |
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Please note you are unable to combine excursions in Kirkenes.
Northern Explorer - Prices 2010 -
No single supplement
Departures from London Gatwick & Heathrow
| Date | Ship | Price per person from | ||
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| Gatwick | Heathrow | |||
| 2 Jan - 10 Jan | MS Kong Harald | £1,015 | ||
| 10 Jan - 18 Jan | MS Richard With | £1,195 | ||
| 17 Jan - 25 Jan | MS Nordkapp | £1,195 | ||
| 24 Jan - 1 Feb | MS Kong Harald | £1,195 | ||
| 30 Jan - 7 Feb | MS Polarlys | £1,015 | ||
| 14 Feb - 22 Feb | MS Trollfjord | £1,195 | ||
| 20 Feb - 28 Feb | MS Finnmarken | £1,015 | ||
| 21 Feb - 1 Mar | MS Polarlys | £1,195 | ||
| 28 Feb - 8 Mar | MS Midnatsol | £1,195 | ||
| 6 Mar - 14 Mar | MS Richard With | £1,095 | ||
| 13 Mar - 21 Mar | MS Nordkapp | £1,095 | ||
| 14 Mar - 22 Mar | MS Finnmarken | £1,285 | ||
| 20 Mar - 28 Mar | MS Kong Harald | £1,095 | ||
| Outside Cabin Supplement | £100 | £100 | ||
Please note that prices are based on cheapest available flights at the time of publication. Prices may increase if these cheaper fares are no longer available.
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All prices are per person.
Prices Include :
- Return Economy class flights from London Gatwick / London Heathrow as applicable incl. applicable taxes and surcharges
- Voyage on half board as described in itinerary
- Hotels as described in itinerary
- Transfers as applicable
- Meals as per itinerary
