5 days / 4 nights
Tromsø • Kirkenes • Tromsø
An Arctic adventure which travels to remote regions along the dramatic coastline and the most northerly part of Norway. The entire duration of this tour is spent above the Arctic Circle, increasing your chances of seeing the Aurora Borealis.
Your journey begins at the same latitude as Siberia and Alaska, where 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. 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. As the return journey from Kirkenes hugs the coastline you revisit remote settlements which rely on the Hurtigruten ships to maintain contact with the rest of Norway. You stay overnight in Tromsø after leaving the ship.
ItineraryDay 1 : Fly to Tromsø and transfer to the ship for embarkation (D).
Day 2 - 3 : Enjoy the voyage, passing North Cape and on to Kirkenes. A range of optional excursions is available before sailing south again. (B, D).
Day 4 : Arrive in Tromsø late evening, transfer to your centrally located hotel for an overnight stay. (B, D ).
Day 5 : Optional dog sledging excursion available (Heathrow flights only) before your transfer back to the airport and return flights to the UK. (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 : | £68 | Pre-bookable |
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Snowmobile Safari 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 13 December until end of March. Driving licence required).
| Duration : | 2 hours | Price per person : | £198 | Pre-bookable |
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Barents Safari Snowmobile - 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 13 December until end of March. Driving licence required).
| Duration : | 2.5 hours | Price per person : | £110 | Pre-bookable |
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Dog Sledging - Tromsø : Complete your holiday with a thrilling ride by Husky dog sledge across the open plains of Tromsø. Eager Huskies are harnessed to your sledge waiting to transport you across the frozen landscape. At the end of the trip a warm meal will be served in a lavvo (Sami tent). An exhilarating trip!
(Available for departures from 16 December until end of March). Not available for departures from London Stansted
| Duration : | 5 hours | Price per person : | £125 | Pre-bookable |
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Please note that you are unable to combine excursions in Kirkenes.
Northern Highlights - Prices 2008/9 - No single supplement
Departures from London Stansted
| Date | Ship | Price per person |
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| 13 Dec - 17 Dec | MS Midnatsol | £710 | |
| 3 Jan - 7 Jan | MS Kong Harald | £735 | |
| 10 Jan - 14 Jan | MS Nordlys | £745 | |
| 24 Jan - 28 Jan | MS Trollfjord | £745 | |
| 31 Jan - 4 Feb | MS Polarlys | £765 | |
| 7 Feb - 11 Feb |  |
MS Midnatsol | £760 |
| 21 Feb - 25 Feb | MS Finnmarken | £740 | |
| 7 Mar - 11 Mar | MS Richard With | £740 | |
| 14 Mar - 18 Mar | MS Nordkapp | £760 | |
| 21 Mar - 25 Mar | MS Kong Harald | £760 | |
| Outside Cabin Supplement | £40 | ||
Tour Manager included
Northern Highlights - 5 days / 4 nights -
Prices 2008/9 - No single supplement
Departures from London Heathrow
| Date | Ship | Price per person |
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| 21 Dec - 27 Dec** << | |
MS Kong Harald | £910 |
| 28 Dec - 2 Jan* << | |
MS Polarlys | £885 |
| 29 Dec - 3 Jan* << | |
MS Nordlys | £885 |
| 8 Jan - 12 Jan | MS Finnmarken | £810 | |
| 9 Jan - 13 Jan | MS Polarlys | £810 | |
| 16 Jan - 20 Jan | MS Midnatsol | £810 | |
| 22 Jan - 26 Jan | MS Richard With | £810 | |
| 29 Jan - 2 Feb | MS Nordkapp | £810 | |
| 30 Jan - 3 Feb | MS Finnmarken | £810 | |
| 5 Feb - 9 Feb | MS Kong Harald | £845 | |
| 12 Feb - 16 Feb << | MS Nordlys | £860 | |
| 13 Feb - 17 Feb << | |
MS Richard With | £870 |
| 20 Feb - 24 Feb | MS Nordkapp | £845 | |
| 26 Feb - 2 Mar | MS Trollfjord | £845 | |
| 27 Feb - 3 Mar | MS Kong Harald | £845 | |
| 5 Mar - 9 Mar | MS Polarlys | £865 | |
| 6 Mar - 10 Mar | MS Nordlys | £865 | |
| 12 Mar - 16Mar | MS Midnatsol | £865 | |
| 20 Mar - 24Mar | MS Trollfjord | £865 | |
| Outside Cabin Supplement | £40 | ||
| Outside Cabin Supplement | 21 Dec | £60 | |
* This departure includes an extra night in Tromsø before the voyage (6 days / 5 nights)
** This departure includes an extra night in
Tromsø before the voyage and a 24 hour stay in port on 24 Dec (7 days / 6 nights)
<< Special Occasion Voyages - Includes Christmas, New Year and Valentine's Day.
Tour Manager included
All prices are per person.
Prices Include :
- Return Economy class flights from London Stansted / London Heathrow as applicable incl. applicable taxes and surcharges
- Voyage as described in itinerary
- Hotels as described in itinerary
- Transfers as applicable
- Meals as per itinerary
