12 days / 11 nights
Bergen • Alta • Hammerfest • Bergen
HURTIGRUTEN NEW YEAR VOYAGE FARES 2011
If you would like to celebrate the dawn of 2012 in style, why not join this unique Hurtigruten New Year departure.
26 December 2011 - 6 January 2012
Join Hurtigruten's MS Trollfjord and celebrate the New Year in style with a voyage from Bergen in the south to Kirkenes in the north including an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to sing Auld Lang Syne and raise a toast at mainland Europe's northernmost point, the North Cape!
Enjoy the coastal voyage from Bergen to Honningsvåg where, on this special departure, you will have time to explore the town by the North Cape. New Year dinner will be served on board the ship before you are transferred up to the North Cape for the New Year celebrations.
The ship will then sail all the way up the Altafjord to Alta, a port not normally visited by Hurtigruten ships. Alta offers excursion opportunities such as dog sledging and snowmobiling and is home to the Alta Museum displaying UNESCO-listed rock carvings which are over 6,000 years old. You will stay overnight and depart early the following morning towards Hammerfest and continue southbound back to Bergen.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Embarkation in Bergen :
Ports visited today : Bergen
Before you check in, explore the charming port and Hanseatic city of Bergen. Stroll through the narrow medieval streets of the UNESCO-listed Bryggen quarter, visit the Hanseatic Museum or stroll among the stalls at the fish market. Take the funicular railway 320m up Mount Fløyen, located just outside the city, and you'll enjoy the best view of Bergen and its fjords. In the evening your Hurtigruten voyage sets off through the Hjeltefjord, following in the wake of the Vikings who sailed from here to the Shetland Islands and beyond.
Day 2 - Ålesund and Geirangerfjord :
Ports visited today : Florø, Måløy, Torvik, Ålesund, Molde.
Your Hurtigruten ship navigates the skerries and islands further north before reaching Ålesund. Marvel at the inspiring architecture in the Apotekergate and Kongensgate pedestrian precinct, perfect examples of the Art Nouveau style. Don't miss out on the view from Mount Aksla but beware, there are 418 steps to the top!
In the summer months, the next destination will be the spectacular UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord. En route to the end of this beautiful fjord you pass sheer, 800m cliffs and impressive waterfalls.
Available Excursions :
2D Atlanterhavsparken Aquarium and Mount Aksla
Day 3 - The Royal City of Trondheim :
Ports visited today : Kristiansund, Trondheim, Rørvik.
When visiting the old royal city of Trondheim, be sure to get a good view from the Gamle Bybrua ("Old Town Bridge"). Dating from 1861, this neo-gothic wooden bridge used to be the only way into the town centre. Nidaros Cathedral, built between 1070 and 1300, is Norway's largest Gothic religious edifice. In the neighbouring Archbishop's Palace, the Norwegian Crown Jewels are kept.
In Trondheim itself, the Hanseatic, waterside storehouses built on wooden stilts are just as charming as the Rococo-style Stiftsgården, the largest wooden building in Norway and residence for the Royal Family when visiting Trondheim. You then set a course for the northwest, past the beautiful Kjeungskjær lighthouse and thousands of little islands and picturesque rocky outcrops. After passing through Stokksund, the ship will arrive at Rørvik.
Available excursions :
3B Trondheim with Nidaros Cathedral
3C Sverresborg Trøndelag Folk Museum
Day 4 - Arctic Circle and Lofoten Islands :
Ports visited today : Brønnøysund, Sandnessjøen, Nesna, Ørnes, Bodø, Stamsund, Svolvær.
This morning, between Nesna and Ørnes, you pass a globe on a small islet which heralds your crossing of the Arctic Circle. Passengers sailing in Arctic waters for the first time are given an Arctic Circle baptism by Njord, the ruler of the Seven Seas. This comes in the form of an ice cube down your front or back, but is entirely optional.
In the evening you reach Svolvær, the main settlement on the Lofoten Islands. These islands are renowned for their small, picturesque fishing villages with their bohemian atmosphere surrounded by majestic granite cliffs and white sandy beaches. Complete your visit with a stroll between the stockfish racks and 'rorbuer', the traditional, red fishermen's residences. The Lofoten Islands are a truly extraordinary experience.
Available excursions :
4A Glacier Adventure Svartisen
Day 5 - Tromsø, Gateway to the Arctic :
Ports visited today : Stokmarknes, Sortland, Risøyhamn, Harstad, Finnsnes, Tromsø ,Skjervøy.
During the night your Hurtigruten ship navigates the narrow Raftsund strait. After a stop in Harstad, situated on the largest island of Norway, Hinnøya, you continue via Finnsnes to Tromsø for a prolonged stay. Many of the epic Arctic expeditions used Tromsø as a starting point; the famous explorer Roald Amundsen sourced both crew and supplies here.
With the presence of the Norwegian Polar Institute, the city has cemented its position as the Polar Capital of Norway. Ishavskatedralen, the Arctic Cathedral, is the most famous landmark with its modern design and extraordinary stained glass window. Tromsø is also home to the world's northernmost university and the large number of people arriving here has created a vibrant cultural scene with numerous restaurants and cafes constantly teeming with life.
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Day 6 - Honningsvåg and the North Cape :
Ports visited today : Øksfjord, Hammerfest, Havøysund, Honningsvåg.
Following the scenic sailing through Magerøysund and after an early stop in Hammerfest, you arrive in Honningsvåg. This small port is the gateway to the wonders of the spectacular North Cape which rises 300m from the ocean, and at 71° 10' 21" north it puts you a mere 2,000 kilometres from the Geographical North Pole.
After a special New Year's Dinner you are transferred to the North Cape to welcome the start of the New Year with a toast and fireworks before returning to the ship for more celebrations.
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Day 7 - Alta :
Ports visited today : Alta.
Arrive at Alta where a number of optional excursions including dog sledging, snowmobiling and a visit to the Ice Hotel are on offer.
Day 8 - Alta to Hammerfest :
Ports visited today : Hammerfest, Øksfjord, Skjervøy, Tromsø.
Depart Alta and sail to Hammerfest - a settlement back to the Stone Age and is still playing an important role as a fishing port. Founded in 1789 to develop trade with Russia, Hammerfest reconfirmed its position as Norway's Polar capital of its time, acting as a base for hunting expeditions to the High Arctic. In Hammerfest the Meridian Column, erected in 1854, commemorates the first precise measurement of the globe, an achievement so important that it's become a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
As early as 1891, wave energy provided power to the first electric street lighting in Northern Europe, and energy innovation is still a signature for Hammerfest with its large Liquid Gas Plant just outside town. From here, your next major stop will be Tromsø where you are invited to take part in a very special musical experience, The Arctic Cathedral Midnight Concert. Or why not head to one of the town's many friendly pubs and sample the local brew, Mack's Arctic Beer.
Available excursions :
8B The Northernmost Town in the World, Hammerfest
8C Midnight Concert in the Arctic Cathedral
8F Snowmobile Trip in the Polar Night
Day 9 - Vesterålen and Lofoten Islands :
Ports visited today : Tromsø, Finnsnes, Harstad, Risøyhamn, Sortland, Stokmarknes, Svolvær, Stamsund.
The Vesterålen and Lofoten Island are amongst today's highlights. Before you reach them, you pass through Risøyrenna, a channel that was specially constructed for Hurtigruten, providing the vessels an 'inside route' between Harstad and Sortland. Stokmarknes, where Hurtigruten was founded, is the location of the Hurtigruten Museum. Entry is free for all Hurtigruten passengers.
You continue through the narrow Raftsund, the picturesque narrow channel between the Vesterålen and Lofoten Islands, where, time and weather permitting, you'll take a detour into the spectacular Trollfjord where steep cliffs hug the ship's sides. Then it's on to Svolvær, the main settlement on the Lofoten Islands followed by Stamsund where the majestic peaks of the huge Lofoten Wall can be viewed. You leave the islands during the evening and set course for the mainland.
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Day 10 - Arctic Circle, Seven Sisters :
Ports visited today : Bodø, Ørnes, Nesna, Sandnessjøen, Brønnøysund, Rørvik.
The Helgeland coast with hundreds of islets, fertile farmland and steep granite walls is worth getting up early to experience. Today will also be your last one north of the Arctic Circle as you cross it between Ørnes and Nesna. This part of the coast is rich in local lore with stories including the legend of the Seven Sisters, a picturesque row of peaks, and the myth about how the arrow from Hestmannen's bow formed the hole in Torghatten Mountain. The Vega Archipelago, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is close to your call in Sandnessjøen.
The islands were inscribed on this prestigious list due to the unique interaction between man and nature - over centuries the local population have protected the eider duck nests in return for the highly valuable down from the birds.
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Day 11 - Trondheim and Kristiansund :
Ports visited today : Trondheim, Kristiansund, Molde, Ålesund.
Today gives you another opportunity to explore the city of Trondheim. Nidaros Cathedral, in which three Queens and seven Kings have been crowned, is Scandinavia's largest medieval building, and Norway's crown jewels are kept in the adjacent Archbishop's Residence. Passing the islands of Munkholmen and Hitra you then cross the open sea to Molde, known as the 'city of roses' due to its lush Gulf Stream location.
You will notice the steep, grey, pointed peaks of the Romsdal Alps glinting in the sun. The town of Kristiansund, located on the scenic Atlantic Road, holds the rather obscure title of Norway's 'cured cod capital' because of the nature of its main export.
Available excursions :
11A Trondheim with Nidaros Cathedral
11B Sverresborg, Trøndelag Folk Museum
Day 12 - Rocky Islands, Disembarkation :
Ports visited today : Ålesund, Torvik, Måløy, Florø, Bergen.
Today, your Hurtigruten voyage will come to an end when you arrive in the City of Seven Mountains, Bergen. But before that, you still have a few nautical miles of fascinating scenery ahead of you such as the picturesque Nordfjord below the enormous Jostedalsbreen glacier, Norway's longest fjord - the mighty Sognefjord and the picturesque Bergen Archipelago. Take home your memories of the world's most beautiful voyage and the many seafaring companions and friends you've made along the way.
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DEPARTURE 2011 :
26 December 2011 - 6 January 2012 - MS Trollfjord
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| I | L | J* | N | P | U | QJ | Q | M | MG | ||
26 Dec 2011 - |
Twin | 1398 | 1524 | 1593 | 1651 | 1739 | 2086 | 2269 | 2687 | 3256 | |
| Single | 1534 | 1851 | 1937 | 2010 | 2120 | - | - | - | - | ||
All above fares are in £s per person, for your voyage only, based on two people travelling together and sharing a twin cabin. Please note that the ship departure date determines the price of your voyage. Other cabin grades are available depending on the ship you travel on, please refer to ship details.
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| FLIGHT AND LAND PACKAGES | Package Prices from | |||||
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| Price Includes | Airline | Flights from | 15 Apr - 15 Sep |
Rest of Year |
Single Supp |
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DY | Gatwick | £350 | £350 | N/A | |
| SK | Heathrow, Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle, Aberdeen | £430 | £430 | N/A | ||
| SK | Edinburgh, Dublin. | £450 | £450 | N/A | ||
| KL | Glasgow, Bristol, Cardiff, Leeds/Bradford, Liverpool, London City |
£430 | £430 | N/A | ||
| KL | Norwich, Humberside, Teeside | £450 | £450 | N/A | ||
| SK | Belfast | £590 | £590 | N/A | ||
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DY | Gatwick | £430 | £440 | £45 | |
| SK | Heathrow, Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle, Aberdeen | £520 | £530 | £45 | ||
| SK | Edinburgh, Dublin. | £540 | £550 | £45 | ||
| KL | Glasgow, Bristol, Cardiff, Leeds/Bradford, Liverpool, London City |
£520 | £530 | £45 | ||
| KM | Norwich, Humberside, Teeside | £540 | £550 | £45 | ||
| SK | Belfast | £670 | £680 | £50 | ||
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DY | Gatwick | £510 | £530 | £90 | |
| SK | Heathrow, Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle, Aberdeen | £610 | £630 | £90 | ||
| SK | Edinburgh, Dublin. | £630 | £650 | £90 | ||
| KL | Glasgow, Bristol, Cardiff, Leeds/Bradford, Liverpool, London City |
£610 | £630 | £90 | ||
| KL | Norwich, Humberside, Teeside | £630 | £650 | £90 | ||
| SK | Belfast | £750 | £770 | £100 | ||
All above prices are in £s per person based on two people travelling together and sharing a twin room.
Extra nights in Bergen can be booked. Prices on request.
