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Polar Bears, Islands and Fjords

On this voyage loaded with highlights from Svalbard and Norway. After exploring the natural wonders of Spitsbergen we head south to Hurtigruten’s homeland of Norway with its incredible scenery, charming towns and friendly people.

Bergen - Spitsbergen Itinerary

Day 1, Bergen

The voyage begins in Bergen.

Day 2, Flåm, Nærøyfjord and Gudvangen

Flåm is a one-of-a-kind nature experience. In Nærøyfjorden we will enjoy the steep snow covered mountains, wild waterfalls and charming landscape with tiny farms.

Day 3, Geirangerfjord and Ålesund

Geirangerfjord is known as the most beautiful fjord in the world. Ålesund is renowned for its charming Art Nouveau architecture.

Day 4, Trondheim

Trondheim was the first capital of Norway. Today it is a center for knowledge with a highly respected university.

Day 5, Reine and Svolvær

Beautiful Reine is the first place we will visit in Lofoten. After Svolvær we head north towards the narrow Trollfjord and the Vesterålen Islands.

Day 6, Bjarkøy and Tromsø

At the northern side of Bjarkøy we find the bird cliffs known as Krykkjeberg. Cosmopolitan Tromsø,meanwhile, is known as the Gateway to the Arctic.

Day 7 and 8, Honningsvåg and at sea

Honningsvåg is situated at 70°58’ N on Magerøya. Here you find the well-known North Cape (optional excursion). Later we will head north towards Spitsbergen.

Day 9, Barentsburg and Longyearbyen

In Barentsburg you can enjoy a lively folklore show. After this we continue towards the Norwegian settlement Longyearbyen.

Day 10, Magdalenefjord and Moffen

Magdalenefjord is one of the beautiful fjords in this area that we will aim to visit.

Day 11, Ny-Ålesund

At 78o 55’ N, Ny-Ålesund is the world’s northernmost year-round community. A number of countries run their own national research stations and there is a lot of activity here in the summer.

Day 12, Longyearbyen

The Spitsbergen Coastal Cruise concludes when we return to Longyearbyen during the morning. It is now time to say goodbye and return home with heads and cameras filled with fantastic memories.

Spitsbergen - Bergen Itinerary

Day 1, Longyearbyen

Our adventure starts in Longyearbyen, with an overnight stay at the Spitsbergen Hotel.

Day 2, Longyearbyen and Barentsburg

We embark MS Nordstjernen. In the Russian settlement of Barentsburg, you can enjoy a lively folklore show.

Day 3, Magdalenefjord and Moffen

Magdalenefjord is one of the beautiful fjords in this area that we will aim to visit.

Day 4, Ny-Ålesund

Ny-Ålesund was the starting point for numerous expeditions towards the North Pole.

Day 5, Bjørnøya

We will marvel at the spectacular, towering cliffs of this island before heading south towards the Norwegian mainland.

Day 6, Honningsvåg

Honningsvåg is situated at 70°58’ N on Magerøya. Here you find the well-known North Cape (optional excursion).

Day 7, Tromsø – gateway to the arctic

Tromsø is a lively, colorful city, surrounded by the picturesque Lyngen Alps.

Day 8, Trollfjord and Svolvær

We sail through the spectacular, narrow Raftsund before hopefully entering the magnificent Trollfjord. Later we will call at Svolvær, which is the regional center of the Lofoten Islands.

Day 9, Alstahaug and Vega

Alstahaug has a population of about 7,500 inhabitants spread across 917 islands and islets. The Vega archipelago is a cluster of UNESCO-listed islands.

Day 10, Brekstad

Close to Brekstad we find Austrått Manor, one of the oldest manors in Norway, dating back as far as the Viking period. The manor is now managed by The National Museum of Decorative Arts.

Day 11, Ålesund and Geiranger

Ålesund is renowned for its charming Art Nouveau architecture. The Geirangerfjord is one of Norway’s most popular tourist destinations and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005.

Day 12, Olden, Nordfjord

We sail into Nordfjord to Jostedalsbreen, Europe’s largest mainland glacier. We travel through Utfjord and Innviksfjord to reach Olden.

Day 13, Bergen

We arrive at the port of Bergen during the morning. Enjoy the day in this international city with small-town charm, surrounded by seven impressive mountains.

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In brief
Duration: 13 days
Dates: May 28 and August 20 2012
Price: from $3,080pp
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Includes: Voyage, 1 night hotel in Longyearbyen, city tour, landings in Polar Cirkelboats. Not Included: International Flights, travel insurance, luggage handling and gratuties.

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