This voyage sails the iconic Norwegian coastline’s sheltered waters from Bergen towards the border town of Kirkenes. En route you will experience the wonders of the polar north.
Day 1 Embarkation in Bergen
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Ports visited today: Bergen
Our starting point, Bergen, is a harbor town established by the Viking King Olav Haraldsson lll more than nine hundred years ago. Today it is a central point for Norwegian travel, yet has retained a great deal of local character and history. As you walk along the Bryggen quay side you will discover buildings with seaward-facing gables dating back to the fourteenth century.
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Day 2 Ålesund and Geirangerfjord
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Ports visited today: Florø, Måløy, Torvik, Ålesund, Molde
Wake up to the breathtaking beauty of Norway in its autumn colors as we cross the open west cape and head for Torvik. After a call at the beautiful Art Nouveau town of Ålesund, we continue to Molde with its magnificent views of the Romsdal Alps - probably covered by the year’s first snow.
Art Nouveau tour, Ålesund
Atlanterhavsparken Aquarium and Mount Aksla
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Day 3 The Royal City of Trondheim
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Ports visited today: Kristiansund, Trondheim, Rørvik.
Trondheim, Norway’s first capital, is a jewel of a city that you’ll have time to explore. Discover its secrets by strolling through its charming streets, sitting by the peaceful harbor, or crossing the old city bridge to see the restored wooden buildings of Bakklandet.
Nidaros Cathedral & Ringve Museum
Trondheim with Nidaros Cathedral
Sverresborg, Trøndelag Folk Museum
Trondheim City Walk
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Day 4 Arctic Circle and Lofoten Islands
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Ports visited today: Brønnøysund, Sandnessjøen, Nesna, Ørnes, Bodø, Stamsund, Svolvær.
This morning we cross the Arctic Circle. Passengers sailing in Arctic waters for the first time are given an Arctic Circle baptism. In the evening we reach Svolvær, the main settlement on the Lofoten Islands. Step back into history at an authentic Lofotr Viking Feast (optional excursion) which takes place in an impressive reconstruction of the largest Viking house ever found.
Glacier Adventure, Svartisen
RIB Safari, Saltstraumen
Lofotr Viking Feast Summer
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Day 5 Tromsø, the gateway to the Arctic
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Ports visited today: Stokmarknes, Sortland, Risøyhamn, Harstad, Finnsnes, Tromsø, Skjervøy.
Today you can enjoy the view of a diverse countryside of farmland, pine trees and magnificent peaks. In the early afternoon we arrive for a longer stay in Tromsø, known as the Gateway to the Arctic.
The Arctic Capital Tromsø
Scenery & Huskies
Polar History Walk
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Day 6 Honningsvåg and the North Cape
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Ports visited today: Øksfjord, Hammerfest, Havøysund, Honningsvåg, Kjøllefjord, Mehamn, Berlevåg.
Breathe in the crisp, clean air while watching a landscape that is austere in its beauty. After an early stop in Hammerfest, we arrive in Honningsvåg. This is the gateway to the spectacular North Cape which rises 300 m from the ocean, and at 71° 10’ 21” N puts you a mere 1,240 miles from the Geographical North Pole. In the evening we will pass a rock formation that is sacred to the indigenous Sámi people, Finnkirka.
The North Cape
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Day 7 Kirkenes, the voyage turning point
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Ports visited today: Båtsfjord, Vardø, Vadsø, Kirkenes.
The last port on the northbound voyage is Kirkenes, and at 30° E you are actually further east than Istanbul and St. Petersburg. Due to its location close to the border with Russia and Finland this little town is quite lively.
The Russian Border
Riverboat Safari
ATV/Quad-Safari to the Russian Border
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Price Includes: Voyage in cabin grade of your choice full board basis, English speaking tour leader on board, entrance fee to Hurtigruten museum, and current fuel supplement of $8 per person per night. Not Included: Flights & Transfers, Travel insurance, Optional excursions, and luggage handling.
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