Complement your voyage with an extensive range of shore excursions that give you the opportunity to experience many of the major attractions along the way.
The Hurtigruten experience is far more than seas and skies. Enrich your voyage by taking part in an extensive excursion programme and take full advantage of the fact that the ships call at ports other ships cannot reach. Knowledgeable, English-speaking local guides ensure that yours will be the true Norwegian experience.
All excursions are pre-bookable and only remaining places will be sold on board. Note that the excursion number denotes the day on which the trip operates.
NORTHBOUND EXCURSIONS
Day 2
- 2A Geiranger Panorama 1 : Geiranger to Ålesund : Welcome to one of the world's most
beautiful travel destinations - the
Geirangerfjord - officially praised by
National Geographic and placed on
UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites.
You can experience Norway's spectacular
Geirangerfjord from aboard the Hurtigruten
but the real adventure begins at the end
of the Geirangerfjord, where a tender boat
waits to take you ashore. This is an active
and contrast-filled excursion, with exciting
hidden sites behind the fjord's steep
mountains.
The start is dramatic : At the innermost end of the fjord, drive up Ørneveien (Eagle Road) and stop at Ørnesvingen (Eagle Bend) to take in the wide views of the fjord, the magnificent mountains and De Syv Søstre (The Seven Sisters) waterfall. Here you will be rewarded with beautiful photo opportunities. The tour continues on the idyllic Lake Eidsdalsvatnet with a calm, wave-lapping ferry ride from Eidsdal to Linge. From here, continue to Ålesund, a colourful and distinctive town known for its special Art Nouveau architecture.
Catch an afternoon breeze from the town's highest point, Aksla, the sheltering "town mountain" at whose feet Ålesund lies. From here, savour the view of the beautiful town and the snow-clad Sunnmøre Alps before the bus returns you to the Hurtigruten Pier in Ålesund.
Operating Dates : 15/04 - 30/05 Duration : 13:30 - 18:20 Price per person : 2010 : £61 2011 : £65
- 2B Geiranger Panorama 2 : Geiranger to Molde : This is another compelling opportunity to
experience Norway's - and the world's -
magnificent fjords.
Set off on one of the most beautiful stretches
of road – ideal for anyone yearning for
the path less travelled. Ascend Ørneveien
(Eagle Road), taking in its sweeping
embrace of sky and mountains and
waterfalls (see the description under
Geiranger - Ålesund excursion above) and stop for photographs
before heading on to Linge. Along the way,
witness the power of the river as it cuts
through Gudbrandsjuvet gorge, before you
reach the stark and wild, high mountain tops
where you can relax.
Descending down the dizzying Trollstigen Road, negotiate through all 11 hairpin twists and turns. Once safely at the bottom, it is time for refreshments and a bite to eat before continuing on to the gentler landscape of Romsdalsfjord. You will be afforded a marvellous view of the mountains and fjord – the pride of Molde. Enjoy dinner at a hotel in Molde before rejoining the Hurtigruten ship.
The Geirangerfjord region was recently designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and it is still little known and visited, remaining pristinely wild.
Operating Dates : 31/05 - 14/09 Duration : 13:30 - 21:15 Price per person : 2010 : £109 2011 : £115
Please note that only excursion participants can go ashore in Geiranger. Landing is by tender boat.
- 2C Art Nouveau Tour of Ålesund : Ålesund is a colourful and picturesque
coastal town that is renowned for its
charming Art Nouveau architecture. It began
after a devastating fire in 1904, when the
town was rebuilt in the ornate construction
style that was fashionable at that time
– a style distinguished by elaborate spires,
towers of all shapes and highly detailed
ornamentation.
This Hurtigruten excursion is leisurely paced and a wonderful opportunity to become acquainted with one of Norway's most beautiful towns.
After docking at the pier you are met by a local guide who takes you on a very relaxed and pleasant stroll through the streets of Ålesund. Along the way, explore the town’s scenic fishing port of Brosundet, the special Apotekertorget Square and the exciting and finely decorated main street – all this and more, to savour the entire town's rich history and lively street life.
Operating Dates : 15/09 - 31/12 Duration : 12:30 - 14:30 Price per person : 2010 : £20 01/01 - 14/04 2011 : £22
Day 3
- 3A Nidaros Cathedral and Ringve Museum, Trondheim : Few large cities have managed to preserve
their intimacy and charm in the same way
as Norway's third largest city, Trondheim.
Amid its many wooden buildings stands a
magnificent stone church. This is an ancient
city, founded by the Viking King Olav
Tryggvason as early as 997.
Over the course of a few hours, become better acquainted with two of the city's premier sights. From the pier, board a bus with a local guide to the national shrine, Nidarosdomen (Nidaros Cathedral). This is Norway's only Gothic-style Cathedral and was built over the burial place of St. Olav, the country's patron saint. The incredible architectural details and fantastic art of this national treasure are truly impressive.
From Nidaros Cathedral, the bus takes you directly to another cultural gem in the capital of Trøndelag – the Ringve Museum of Musical History. This handsome manor museum was the childhood home of Norwegian naval hero Petter Wessel Tordenskiold and it is surrounded by an idyllic botanical garden offering beautiful views of Trondheim and the fjord. Inside the museum, guides take you on a musical journey through history, where you will see and hear many instruments you most likely have never seen or heard before. This is a delightful and unique display of special instruments from every corner of the world and a truly memorable experience.
Operating Dates : 15/04 - 30/09 Duration : 08:35 - 11:50 Price per person : 2010 : £37 2011 : £40
- 3B Trondheim & Nidaros Cathedral: "Without Trøndelag all that would be
left of the history book of Norway is the
cover," claim Trønderne, the people from
Trøndelag.
This special excursion enables you to discover the Viking town of Trondheim - Norway's first capital. It was founded around 997 by Viking King Olav Tryggvason, who named it Nidaros. By Norwegian standards, Trondheim is a large city but preserves the charms and intimacies of a small town. Trondheim is full of colourful contrasts: monastic ruins, impressive wooden buildings, colourful wharves and a beautiful red bridge dating from 1861. The Kristiansten Fortress, from the 1600s, stands guard above the town.
Trondheim is home to a world-famous research and educational community, modern sports facilities, lively nightlife and countless services. The bus takes you on a relaxing tour of the town and makes a stop at Utsikten ("The View") to admire the capital from up high. Sightseeing in Trondheim is incomplete without a visit to its premier cultural treasure, Nidaros Cathedral. Built over the burial site of St. Olav (Norway's patron saint), the construction of the impressive cathedral began as early as 1070. After an insightful guided tour, many people describe this Gothic-style cathedral as the most beautiful church in all of Norway.
Operating Dates : 01/10 - 31/12 Duration : 08:00 - 09:50 Price per person : 2010 : £32 01/01 - 14/04 2011 : £35
- 3C Sverresborg, Trøndelag Folk Museum, Trondheim : Welcome to one of Norway's largest open air
museums, Sverresborg Trøndelag Folk
Museum. The museum surrounds the ruins
of the medieval castle of Zion, built by King
Sverre Sigurdsson in 1182 - 83. Here, you
will find Norway's northernmost stave church
and learn what life was like, in town and
country, in the 18th to 20th centuries.
Begin your walk through history at the simple but beautiful Haltdalen stave church, built in 1170, when Norway was still a Catholic country.
The tour continues past the castle ruins, with sweeping views across the Trondheimsfjord, to a yard surrounded by wooden buildings: farmhouse, cowshed and barn, traditional storehouse on pillars, cookhouse and smithy. Tour the farmhouse and then continue to the "Old Town," with historical buildings from the centre of Trondheim. Visit the beautiful 18th century Gramgården for a taste of traditional krumkake cakes and tales of old Trondheim.
The tour ends at the visitor centre, to view the "Pictures of Life" exhibition – illustrating life in Trøndelag over the last 150 years - and its shop, stocked with a selection of high-quality handicrafts, such as linens, ceramics and a selection of books and cards.
Operating Dates : 29/04 - 28/09 Duration : 09:10 - 11:20 Price per person : 2010 : £27 2011 : £29
Day 4
- 4A Glacier Adventure, Ørnes - Bodø : Norway is a mythical land filled with many
contrasts and seasonal landscapes and on
this excursion, you have a once-in-a-lifetime
opportunity to visit a world that seems
frozen in time.
After setting sail for Ørnes, about half an hour before reaching the port, the ship stops to allow the participants of the excursion to transfer to another, smaller vessel. This versatile vessel then slips easily between islets and skerries. The most impressive views along the way are best enjoyed on deck. Be sure to bring your camera because this icy world is the domain of sea eagles.
Svartisen is Norway's second largest glacier and has been attracting tourists for well over a hundred years. You are aboard the vessel for a little over an hour before going ashore. Arriving at Svartisen Tourist Centre, we admire the beauty of the ice world whilst enjoying a hot beverage and varied selection of delicious desserts.
The journey beyond this point travels along the very pretty Helgeland Coast where you have close-up views of the local community. Your travel here is either by bus or modern express boat and the guide keeps you well informed about this awesome, timeless landscape. Continue onward to Bodø, where you rejoin your Hurtigruten ship.
Operating Dates : 28/04 - 27/09 Duration : 08:30 - 14:15 Price per person : 2010 : £94 2011 : £100
- 4D Saltstraumen - Rib Safari, Bodø : Be ready for a unique experience in this special
visit to the Saltstraumen tidal current, where
your vessel is drawn to the edge of powerful,
converging currents, surrounded by unequalled
and dramatic scenery where hopefully you
may observe the majestic local sea eagles.
Starting on the pier in Bodø, you are provided with all the necessary safety equipment and attire to enjoy the journey to Saltstraumen, the world's most powerful tidal current. Board sturdy, comfortable rubber rafts and set course at a good clip (weather permitting) for the tidal current. The sea rafts are operated by highly experienced, knowledgeable pilots and on this adventurous journey through a wild and rugged landscape, navigate the rocky shore of the world's largest cod fish farm and the Caledonian belt fold - mountains older than 250 million years. You finally arrive at Saltstraumen, where an incredible 13 billion cubic feet of water is forced full throttle in and out through a 500-foot wide, 100-foot deep passage four times a day. It is also a rare opportunity to see magnificent sea eagles up close in their natural habitat.
In witnessing the ocean's full force and the power of our planet's large birds of prey, rafters feel alive and inspired long after the trip ends. This is a popular and spectacular journey that can only accept a limited number of passengers.
Operating Dates : 29/03 - 28/10 Duration : 12:30 - 14:30 Price per person : 2010 : £80 2011 : £86
- 4E Lofoten Viking Feast, Stamsund : At the Lofotr Viking Museum, the largest Viking building ever found has been recreated. The original Chieftain's house was established in about 500 AD and was inhabited until around 900 AD, and the rebuilt version exhibits finds from the Viking age.
The Chieftain and the Lady of the house invite you to join a real Viking feast in the banquet hall. Experience the magic and excitement as they make sacrifices to the Gods, hoping that the sun will turn to avoid Armageddon. After the Viking feast, served with home brewed mead, you travel by bus to Svolvær or Stamsund, where you re-join Hurtigruten.
Operating Dates : 01/01 - 28/03 Duration : 19:00 - 21:50 Price per person : 2010 : £71 28/09 - 31/12 2011 : £79
- 4F Lofoten Viking Feast, Stamsund : Join an historical journey as the bus takes you from Stamsund to Borg, and on to the Lofotr Viking Museum. On the trip to Lofotr, the guide will tell you about the Viking Ages and how life was for the Vikings that lived here. Upon arrival you are invited in to experience the Chieftain's house, which has been recreated in full size, with exhibits of finds from the Viking age.
The Chieftain and the Lady of the house welcome you to join a real Viking feast in the banquet hall; a taste of the Viking Ages, with traditional food, costumes, singing and dancing. After the feast, served with home brewed mead, you travel by bus to Svolvær, learning more about the history of Lofoten along the way before you re-join Hurtigruten.
Operating Dates : 29/03 - 29/09 Duration : 19:00 - 21:50 Price per person : 2010 : £71 2011 : £79
Day 5
- 5A* The Arctic Capital Tromsø : Today, get acquainted with "the Paris of
the North", Tromsø, lying between the
Arctic Ocean and towering mountains.
As the largest town above the Arctic Circle,
Tromsø reveals many modern urban pleasures
as well as a trading and seafaring history of
hunting for walrus and polar bears off Svalbard
and East Greenland, transporting logs from
Russian rivers, the Pomor seafaring trade,
coal mining and sealing. Age-old battles
of surviving in a harsh Arctic world and a
natural resource-rich far north have provided
hard-earned lessons that have turned
Tromsø today into an advanced research
and education centre.
During this excursion you will visit the Polaria
Centre.
This Arctic education centre features an aquarium, educational displays and a panorama theatre screening room. After a short panoramic film about this part of Norway, experience the centre's Arctic "expedition" to learn more about the Northern Lights, tundra, blizzards, polar bears and seals. The Tromsø tour also includes a stop at the famous Arctic Cathedral - an architectural masterpiece and town landmark. Built in 1965, the design of the church is inspired by the natural surroundings and traditional beliefs of northern Norway and features a fantastic glass mosaic.
For travellers wanting to learn much more about the impact of living in the Arctic and seafaring world, this is an invaluable trip.
Operating Dates : All Year Duration : 14:45 - 17:15 Price per person : 2010 : £37 2011 : £40
- 5B Dog-Sledging, Tromsø : Experience the thrill of action-adventure
in Norway's northern winterland. This tour
heads to the island of Kvaløya, where you
change clothes and footwear and meet
eager huskies anxious to pull the sledges
over the frozen landscape. It is deep dark
winter and the only light comes from our
headlamps and the starry sky. The mood is
magical as the dogs run almost silently over
the snowy plains and we anticipate seeing
the Northern Lights. The trip comes to a
close in a well-heated lavvo (Sami tent) and
you can enjoy an open fire and a hot drink
whilst recounting the day's adventure.
Please note that the prices shown for this trip are applicable only if you are continuing your journey on the ship. If you are embarking or disembarking the ship at Tromsø, you will be offered a similar excursion at the price shown on the page of your journey.
Operating Dates : 28/10 - 31/12 Duration : 14:30 - 18:00 Price per person : 2010 : £99 01/01 - 26/04 2011 : £105
- 5C Scenery & Huskies, Tromsø : In the summer, head to the Tromsø Wilderness Centre, a scenic area with an
ancient history and eternal views of the
ocean, mountains and open plateaus.
If you love animals, this is the trip for you, as you get to greet 250 very happy huskies and cuddly puppies and are informed about the challenges of dog sledging. Learn about Iditarod, Alaska - the world's longest dog-sledge race, through film and pictures, glimpse how daring the race is for dogs and mushers alike. You are also welcome to join the Wilderness Centre's tour guide and explore the local plant and bird life on foot. At the end, relax in a Sami lavvo, with beverages and dessert.
Operating Dates : 28/05 - 27/08 Duration : 14:30 - 18:00 Price per person : 2010 : £40 2011 : £42
- 5D** Polar History Walk, Tromsø : On this walking tour of Tromsø you will learn
about the importance of the town for polar
exploration and visit the Polar Museum as
well as Mack Brewery, Tromsø's oldest pub.
Your guide will take you from the quay
through the centre of Tromsø with views of
the famous Arctic Cathedral and a stop at
the statue of Roald Amundsen.
During the visit of the Polar Museum you can view numerous artifacts related to the polar expeditions that started from here, as well as the hunting traditions of past centuries. Continue your walk through the main pedestrian street to "Mack Ølhallen" and stop for a glass of the local beer before returning to the ship.
Operating Dates : 11/10 - 31/12 Duration : 14:30 - 17:30 Price per person : 2010 : £32 01/01 - 11/04 2011 : £33
Day 6
- 6A North Cape - Europe's Northernmost Point, Honningsvåg : Today you will cross the 71st parallel -
something few can claim - and enjoy the
magnificent sub-Arctic landscape on our
journey to North Cape, the northernmost
point on the European continent. This is
Finnmark, a fascinating region of Sami,
Russian and Finnish overlapping cultures.
In summer, you may see herds of grazing
reindeer and Sami camps, while during
this exotic winter journey, you might find
yourselves following a snowplough
for the final eight miles up to this world famous
cliff.
The North Cape plateau rises more than a thousand feet - almost vertically - from the icy cold Arctic Ocean. North Cape Hall is an inviting, modern interpretive centre where we can freely enjoy a wide-panorama movie about Finnmark and the North Cape, buy souvenirs, see displays and relax with a bite of food. Step outside and brace yourself against the winds as you stand beside the famous North Cape globe. Be in awe of the view and remember to take photographic evidence of this amazing point on our planet. Few people on earth can say they stood at the top of the world.
There is time to explore the North Cape tunnel, lined with scenes of the area's historic past, and the lovely chapel, which leads to the café/bar and viewing platform. There is a small souvenir shop, a small museum commemorating the visit of the King of Thailand, a café and post office, where letters and postcards are franked with a genuine North Cape postmark.
Operating Dates : All Year Duration : 12:00 - 15:00 Price per person : 2010 : £72 2011 : £77
- 6B Bird Watching Safari, Honningsvåg : This fabulous avian safari takes you deep
into exotic Finnmark, the heart of Norway's
Sami culture and is ideal for bird watchers.
Touch upon the little fishing hamlet of
Gjesvær (population only about 120) and
then journey on toward North Cape. Along
the way, you will receive an introduction on
the local flora and fauna. You are en route
to one of the world's most exciting and
stunning nature reserves, Gjesværstappan,
which is almost 16km west of North Cape
and encircled by the Arctic Ocean. From the
vessel study Finnmark's largest flock of
puffins and large numbers of kittiwakes.
During the nesting season, the air and
ground teem with life.
Mighty sea eagles with massive wingspans hover above in search of prey, while guillemots, razorbills, cormorants, Arctic skuas, northern fulmars, Brünnich's guillemots and the large northern gannet dive about, filling the air with a cacophony of shrieks and screeches. If you can join us in the autumn months, you may also catch sightings of Europe's smallest seabird, the British storm-petrel. Weather and time permitting, the tour makes a stop at the crew's secret favourite places. This is where there is often a good chance of seeing seals swim and play around the boat. This is a memorable and fun trip for the entire family.
Operating Dates : 26/04 - 26/08 Duration : 12:00 - 15:10 Price per person : 2010 : £94 2011 : £100
- 6C A Taste of Lapland, Kjøllefjord to Mehamn :Discover the exciting history of Norway's
multi-ethnic Arctic coast on this fascinating
and informative excursion in Finnmark,
along Europe's northernmost shores.
Your visit begins at the Coastal Centre at Foldalbruket, a former fish-processing plant, where you learn about Sami traditions; Russian Orthodox and Roman Catholic influences; the Russo-Norwegian merchants' pidgin Moya på Tvoja; immigration and settlement and the whaling era of 1898 to 1904. The visit ends, of course, with a taste of dried fish.
Continue through Kjøllefjord and up to the highland summer camp of the Utsi family, traditional Sami reindeer herders. Dressed in local costume, the Utsis invite you into their lavvo (traditional tent) to enjoy reindeer bouillon and coffee while listening to Sami joiks, or songs and learning to count in Lappish. Afterward, visit their reindeer - and even try throwing a traditional lasso.
You then head to the Finnmark Plateau, a grey stone desert some 985 feet above sea level. Here, you may spot herds of freely grazing reindeer. On the way to Mehamn, the next port, your guide explains Arctic flora, fauna and geography, ocean currents, the Polar Night and the Midnight Sun and how locals make use of nature in summer and winter.
Operating Dates : 05/05 - 05/09 Duration : 17:30 - 19:30 Price per person : 2010 : £61 2011 : £65
- 6D Scooter Trip in Lapland, Kjøllefjord to Mehamn :After being properly kitted out and receiving driving instructions from your guides, this spectacular snowmobile adventure journeys across the snow covered wilds of Finnmark, to the Hurtigruten quay at Mehamn.
Every participant will drive their own snowmobile- driving licence required.
Operating Dates : 10/12 - 31/12 Duration : 17:30 - 19:45 Price per person : 2010 : £198 01/01 - 05/05 2011 : £210
Day 7
- 7A Kirkenes and the Russian Border : Kirkenes is the only town in Norway where
East meets West - and it is also the turning
point of the Hurtigruten. On this exploratory
excursion, you travel to the Russian border.
Start with a short tour of Kirkenes before
going farther afield, travelling by bus through
surprisingly fertile landscape. You will see
charming green hills dotted with scrub,
birch and pine that survive despite the harsh
Arctic climate. The history of the region
is truly stimulating and has been quite
dramatic at times, so this is an educational
morning as well. You eventually arrive
at Storskog, the border station between
Norway and Russia.
While you cannot cross the border into Russia, you are permitted to take pictures and video. It is often possible to buy Russian crafts at the border such as charming, hand painted matryoshka dolls. You will also pay a visit to the dormant mines of AS Sydvaranger, where iron ore was actively mined until 1996. This was Northern Europe's largest open-pit mine and even today, Kirkenes is popularly known as "The Mining Town". You may even find ore samples lying about.
This is a fascinating excursion with knowledgeable guides and perfect for travellers interested in Scandinavian and Russian history and culture.
Operating Dates : All Year Duration : 10:15 - 12:15 Price per person : 2010 : £32 2011 : £34
- 7B River Boat Safari to the Russian Border, Kirkenes : In this exciting exploration of Finnmark, the
riverboats are ready and waiting to take you
upstream to Pasvikelva, a river with a cultural
history dating back thousands of years.
Learn about the history of the Sami, the
regions original natives; the sacred princes,
Boris and Gleb - Russia's first saints; the
Pechenga Monastery and St. Trifon, a monk
who attempted to convert the Sami to
Christianity in the 1500s; and observe rich
animal and plant life in the area. Plus,
reindeer, fish and an occasional wandering
bear make this one of the more exciting
wilderness areas in northern Norway.
At the Russian border, go ashore and learn a bit more about Norway's relationship with its neighbour to the east. You are further immersed in the border culture with a serving of beverages, local cloudberries with cream and live Russian music.
Join this stimulating river trip and experience unique history, beautiful scenery and a rich array of animal life.
Operating Dates : 26/05 - 24/09 Duration : 10:10 - 12:40 Price per person : 2010 : £79 2011 : £84
- 7C Snow Mobile Safari, Kirkenes : Snow and horsepower are a fabulous
combination. On a frozen fjord in Norway's
Sami region, drive snowmobiles (two
people per vehicle) across a vast, bright white
landscape. Expect Arctic winter
temperatures, as you travel a little more
than 14km (7km each way). Along the way,
your guides educate you about the history
of Sami, their culture and Arctic climate and
animal life. After your invigorating journey
on snowmobiles, enjoy a taste of local
traditions with dried reindeer meat and a
hot beverage in a well-heated lavvo -
the
Sami equivalent of a tent.
All participants are provided with warm winter clothes and receive instruction in snowmobile safety at the start of this tour. If you wish to drive, remember to bring your driver's licence. This is a fast-action adventure where you experience Finnmark's winter firsthand. It is great fun and a remarkably different excursion for adventurers of all ages.
Operating Dates : 09/12 - 31/12 Duration : 10:15 - 12:40 Price per person : 2010 : £109 01/01 - 29/04 2011 : £116
- 7D Snow Hotel, Kirkenes :
Built of snow each year, the hotel has around 25 snow suites, each decorated with snow sculptures.
There is also an ice bar, decorated with beautifully lit ice sculptures where you are invited for a drink.
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. You then return to the quay to rejoin your ship.
You may also visit Gabba Kennel and their 70 Alaska Huskies.
Operating Dates : 09/12 - 31/12 Duration : 10:00 - 12:30 Price per person : 2010 : £42 01/01 - 25/04 2011 : £45
- 7E Quad Safari to the Russian Border, Kirkenes :
Drive through the town centre and head for the Norwegian - Russian border by Skafferhullet / Elvenes. At the border your guide will tell you about the history and culture of the area.
Make a stop at a Norwegian military watch tower, still manned from time to time, from where you can see Boris Gleb on the Russian side. You will go to see the official border crossing to Russia at Storskog, with time to stop for coffee/tea and muffins. There is also the opportunity to buy local souvenirs. Return to Kirkenes via Prestefjellet viewpoint, overlooking the town and harbour where the ship docks.
All participants must bring their drivers licence.
Operating Dates : 25/04 - 24/09 Duration : 10:15 - 12:35 Price per person : 2010 : £94 2011 : £99
- 7F Husky Adventure, Kirkenes :
Drive to the Snow Hotel, situated next to Gabba Reindeer Park. Here you will put on warm outdoor clothing - with snow overalls, shoes, gloves and hats all provided for you. The huskies are harnessed to your sledge, eagerly waiting to transport you across the frozen landscape. There will be two passengers per sledge, with each sledge travelling with its own "musher" (guide). You can also have a go at driving the sledge yourself, or if you'd prefer, you can simply sit back and enjoy the ride. The track is just over 5km long, and is set against the most picturesque of landscapes, so you can experience the real feeling of wilderness during your adrenalin-fuelled ride! You also have the option to visit the Snow Hotel or the Reindeer enclosure.
Operating Dates : 25/11 - 31/12 Duration : 10:00 - 12:30 Price per person : 2010 : £99 01/01 - 25/04 2011 : £105
Prices are in £s per person.
All excursions are subject to minimum and maximum number of participants, and to weather conditions.
Contents may vary depending on weather / local conditions.
Please note that with the exception of 4D with 4E; 6A with 6C or 6D, you will not be able to combine two excursions on the same day.
The excursion number denotes the day on which the excursion operates.
The period of operation refers to the ship's departure date from Bergen.
*Excursion 5A is not available on 24 - 25 Dec and cannot be pre-booked in period 01 Jan - 28 Feb and 01 Nov - 31 Dec.
** Excursion 5D is not available 1 Jan, 9 - 13 Apr, 1, 17 May, 24 - 26, 31 Dec.
Excursions can not be pre-booked within 14 days of travel.
