9 days / 8 nights
Tromsø • Kirkenes • Bergen
Join a Hurtigruten 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 Hurtigruten 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 : Board your Hurtigruten ship in Tromsø, Norway's Arctic capital and transfer to the ship. Watch the sky as you sail north towards Honningsvåg in search of the Northern Lights. (D).
Day 2 : Following an early call at Hammerfest you arrive in Honningsvåg, the portal to the wonders of the spectacular North Cape, mainland Europe's most northerly point. (B, D).
Day 3 : The vistas and sea life become more dramatic as you approach Kirkenes, just a few km's from the Russian border.
Optional excursions here include snowmobiling, dog sledging or a visit to the Snow Hotel. As you return south the northbound ports visited by night are now seen by day, winter bringing its own beauty to the journey, with snow covered mountains providing a wonderful back drop to the beauty of the polar light. (B, D).
Day 4 : Hammerfest, the world's most northerly town is your first major stop, before continuing to Tromsø for a chance to enjoy the Midnight Concert in the Arctic Cathedral. (B, D).
Day 5 : Passing through the legendary Lofoten Islands the ship negotiates an intricate network of inlets and isles. This is one of the most beautiful stretches of the Norwegian coast and for many it is the most stunning part of your journey south.
This remarkable day ends with an evening visit to Svolvær and a farewell to the islands at Stamsund. (B, D).
Day 6 : Cross the Arctic Circle and sailing past the famed peaks of the Seven Sisters you enter a world of legends and folklore before a chance to enjoy the award-winning maritime museum at Rørvik. (B, D).
Day 7 : An early arrival in the medieval city of Trondheim gives you an opportunity to explore and visit the Nidaros Cathedral. The voyage then continues out of the Trondheimsfjord and past Hitra Island, making brief calls at Kristiansund and Molde before a midnight call at Ålesund. (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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Excursions
Level 1 : Suitable for everyone.
Level 2 : Suitable for most guests, requires some physical effort.
Level 3 : Suitable for guests in good physical condition.
6A - The North Cape - Honningsvåg : Enjoy the magnificent sub-Arctic landscape as you cross the 71st parallel on your journey towards the North Cape, the northernmost point of the continent. Visit the North Cape Hall where you can see an impressive 180° panoramic film about Finnmark and the North Cape.
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| Operating Dates : | All Year | Duration : | 3.5 hours | Price per person : | 2012 : £82 | ||
6D - Snowmobile Trip in Lapland - Kjøllefjord–Mehamn : Join an unforgettable snowmobile trip to one of Europe's most extreme and exciting natural areas. Experience the snow-clad valleys, the fresh winter air and perhaps the mesmerising Northern Lights in the clear, starry sky. Driving licence required.
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| Operating Dates : | 15/12 - 31/03 | Duration : | 2.25 hours | Price per person : | 2012 : £217 | ||
7A - The Russian Border, Kirkenes : The only town in Norway where east meets west, Kirkenes represents the turning point of your Hurtigruten voyage. You start with a short tour of the town, before the bus takes you deep into the surprisingly fertile landscape. You make a stop at Storskog – the border station between Norway and Russia.
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| Duration : | 2 hours | Price per person : | 2012 : £36 | ||||
7C - Snowmobile Safari, Kirkenes : Enjoy an invigorating ride by snowmobile across ice-covered fjords and the serene landscapes of Arctic winter. Guides will explain the fascinating history of the indigenous Sami people and welcome refreshments will be served in the warmth of the lavvo.
(Driving licence required).
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| Operating Dates : | 15/12 - 31/03 | Duration : | 2.25 hours | Price per person : | 2012 : £124 | ||
7D - Kirkenes Snow Hotel, Kirkenes : A short drive through Kirkenes brings you to the Gabba Reindeer Park where the Snow Hotel is situated. A guided tour of the beautifully decorated snow suites is followed by a drink in Norway's largest ice bar and a visit to the reindeer.
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| Operating Dates : | 15/12 - 31/03 | Duration : | 2.5 hours | Price per person : | 2012 : £50 | ||
7F - Husky Adventure, Kirkenes : Experience the real feeling of wilderness during this adrenalin fuelled ride! You can have a go at driving the sledge yourself, or simply sit back and enjoy the trip. You also have the option to visit the Snow Hotel or the reindeer enclosure.
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| Operating Dates : | 01/12 - 31/03 | Duration : | 2.5 hours | Price per person : | 2012 : £108 | ||
8C - Midnight Concert in the Arctic Cathedral - Hammerfest : As the candle lights flicker, this elegant church is filled with the sounds of the most beautiful Norwegian folk songs, as well as classical and sacred selections.
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| Operating Dates : | 24/10 - 15/03 | Duration : | 1.25 hours | Price per person : | 2012 : £41 | ||
8E - Arctic Energy, Hammerfest : Hammerfest was the first town in Northern Europe to get electric street lighting produced purely from water power in 1891. You visit the Meridian Column, which is on the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites, and the Energy House, an interactive centre for different energy sources.
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| Operating Dates : | 15/11 - 15/03 | Duration : | 1 hours | Price per person : | 2012 : £34 | ||
8F - Snowmobile Trip in the Polar Night, Mehamn - Kjøllefjord : Drive through the beautiful Arctic landscape during the polar night. You might see the Northern Lights in a clear, starlit sky. Welcome to the polar night and the wilderness!
(Driving licence required).
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| Operating Dates : | 15/12 - 31/03 | Duration : | 2.5 hours | Price per person : | 2012 : £266 | ||
9A - A Taste of Vesterålen, Harstad - Sortland : On this trip from Harstad to Sortland you will experience history, beautiful scenery and a selection of breathtaking sights. One of the highlights is a visit to the Trondenes church.
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| Duration : | 4.5 hours | Price per person : | 2012 : £57 | ||||
11A Trondheim & Nidaros Cathedral, Trondheim : This sightseeing tour of the former capital and Norway's third largest city includes a visit to the famous Nidaros Cathedral, Norway's largest medieval church and a national shrine since the 11th century.
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| Duration : | 2.5 hours | Price per person : | 2012 : £38 | ||||
11D Trondheim City Walk, Trondheim : A guided walk through the historical streets of Trondheim, passing the city's main attractions including the Royal Residence, the old town bridge and Nidaros Cathedral.
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| Operating Dates : | All Year | Duration : | 2 hours 30 mins | Price per person : | 2012 : £19 | ||
In Kirkenes and Trondheim due to excursion timings you will be unable to combine all options.
Northern Explorer Fares 2012
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Prices are in £s per person based on two people travelling together sharing a twin cabin/room.
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Add a London Heathrow flight package from £420ppPrice includes : Economy flights from London Heathrow to Tromsø and return from Bergen with SAS including current taxes and charges and transfers as applicable. Other departure airports and nights in Bergen are available for a supplement, please contact us for details.
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