Winter Cruise & Northern Lights

DAY 1

First night in Oslo

Individual arrival in Oslo. Overnight in the centre of Oslo. Oslo city centre is located only 20 mins from the airport by the airport express train (Flytoget).
Spend 1 night in Oslo (included in the tour price)
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Optional:
• Add City sightseeing in Oslo

DAY 2

Travel to Kirkenes

Morning flight to the Arctic town of Kirkenes, situated by the Barents Sea close to the Russian border. Kirkenes is ideally located in the middle of the Northern Lights zone.
Transfer to Snowhotel Kirkenes – a beautiful piece of architecture with ice sculptures made by professional artists.

Wilderness dog sledding

Join an adventurous dog sledding trip in the afternoon. The tour goes in scenic surroundings over the fjord and on the mountain plateau.
What to bring: Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing (special clothing will be provided).
Age restrictions: Min. 7 years old and accompanied by an adult.
Difficulty level: Average physical condition – involves physical activity on uneven surface and/or steep terrain. Not suitable if you have limited mobility.

Overnight in the Snow hotel

A tiny Reindeer park is located next to the Snowhotel, and you can take part in the feeding of the reindeer.
The Snowhotel is located by a remote, narrow fjord, away from the lights of the town. When the sky is clear, you will witness an incredible starry sky, and if you are lucky, the magical Northern Lights will dance!

After a 3-course Arctic dinner in Låven restaurant, you can chill out in the ice bar, followed by the overnight stay in the Snow hotel. Your room is equipped with everything you need for a comfortable night’s sleep, including insulated mattresses and a warm sleeping bag to keep you warm all night long. A large service building with comfortable lounges is at your disposal during the stay.
You will be given thorough instructions for the overnight stay!
Spend 1 night in the Snow hotel
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DAY 3

Cruise departure

Breakfast at the Snow hotel, then transfer to Kirkenes where you embark the ship for a cruise to Vardø, Norway’s easternmost town, with the enchanting Vardøhus Fortress. Continue along the Varanger peninsula before a late evening arrival at Båtsfjord.
All meals are included while on board (excluding drinks).
Spend 5 nights on board
• General information & facilities on board Hurtigruten
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• Read about Havila Voyages

DAY 4

Arctic coast to Tromsø

Cruise via the Arctic town of Hammerfest, across Sørøysund to Øksfjord. The course is set via Lopphavet open sea and the ship finds quiet waters towards Skjervøy island and the Arctic town of Tromsø.
Arrival in Tromsø in the late evening. Set right in the middle of the “aurora zone,” this city and its surrounding wilderness areas are ranked among the best places on earth to observe the incredible Northern Lights.

Optional Hurtigruten or Havila excursion:
Midnight concert in Tromsø Cathedral

DAY 5

Vesterålen excursion & Lofoten Islands

You will join an extensive excursion across the spectacular Arctic archipelago of Vesterålen. Visit a medieval church and admire the breathtaking scenery of beautiful fjords and steep mountains.
You will rejoin the ship in Sortland. The southbound sailing route continues towards the Lofoten Islands, and the ship calls at Svolvær – the capital of the Lofoten Islands – in the evening.
• Read about A taste of Vesterålen – Hurtigruten excursion
• Read about A taste of Vesterålen – Havila excursion

DAY 6

The magical Helgeland coast

Early morning call at the village of Ørnes, before the ship continues with short stops at Sandnessjøen and Brønnøysund.
The Helgeland coast is known for its remarkable beauty with unique mountain formations, islands & the Arctic Circle.
• Read about the Helgeland coast

DAY 7

Sightseeing in historic Trondheim

Early arrival in Trondheim. After breakfast, enjoy a 2-hour city sightseeing tour of this historic city. You will get to know Trondheim’s streets and highlights, including a short stop at Utsikten Viewpoint.
You will also have a guided tour of the Nidaros Cathedral, the northernmost medieval cathedral in the world.
• Read about the Trondheim with Nidaros Hurtigruten excursion
• Read about the Trondheim & Nidaros Havila excursion
• Read about Trondheim
• See pictures from Trondheim

DAY 8

Cruise arrival in Bergen

Arrival in Bergen at 14:45, check in at a centrally located hotel. Spend 1 night in this picturesque, colourful city with the UNESCO Bryggen wharf, the hillsides and Nordnes peninsula with authentic, tiny, wooden houses and narrow streets, the Funicular to Mount Fløyen, the Aquarium.
Spend 1 night in Bergen
• Read about Bergen
• See pictures from Bergen

This trip includes:

Accommodation
4* Hotels w. breakfast buffet
in Oslo & Bergen

Kirkenes:
1 night in Kirkenes Snowhotel incl. breakfast & 3-course dinner (excl. drinks)

Hurtigruten or Havila Voyages cruise
5 nights in standard outside cabin w. separate beds or double bed & private facilities
All meals on board (excl. drinks) – buffet breakfast, buffet lunch & 3-course dinner

Transport
• Flight Oslo-Kirkenes
• Transfer Kirkenes Airport-Snowhotel-Hurtigruten/ Havila Voyages

Activities & Excursions
• Wilderness dog sledding incl. warm clothes
• A taste of Vesterålen excursion
• Trondheim with Nidaros Cathedral excursion

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NOT INCLUDED:
• Flights to/from Norway
• Transfers in Oslo & Bergen
• Personal travel insurance

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