Norwegian Christmas & Northern Lights Cruise

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)
• Read about Oslo
• See pictures from Oslo

DAY 2

Travel to Arctic 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. You will be picked up at the airport for your transfer to Snowhotel Kirkenes.
Check in at an elegantly designed wooden Gamme cabin. The Gamme cabins are located next to the Snow hotel, a beautiful piece of architecture with ice sculptures made by professional artists. In the evening, enjoy an Arctic dinner in the restaurant.
Meet Reindeer in their tiny Reindeer park!
Spend 1 night in Kirkenes

Optional: upgrade to an overnight stay at the Snow hotel.
• About sleeping in a Snow Hotel

Dog sledding to the Arctic wilderness

In the afternoon you will join an adventurous dog sledding trip to the wilderness of the Pasvik Valley.
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.
• Read about the Snowhotel

DAY 3

Cruise departure

Embark the ship after breakfast 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
• Read about the authentic Hurtigruten

DAY 4

Cruise the 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, with late evening arrival.
Set right in the middle of the “aurora zone,” this city and its surrounding areas are ranked among the best places on earth to observe the incredible Northern Lights.

DAY 5

Vesterålen & Lofoten Islands

You will reach the Vesterålen archipelago in the early morning. The island groups of Vesterålen & Lofoten offer some of the most stunning scenery you will see during the entire coastal voyage.
The region offers natural beauty with steep mountains, wild nature and small, picturesque fishing villages. In the evening the ship docks in Svolvær, the capital of Lofoten.
• Read about the Lofoten Islands

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, uncountable islands & the Arctic Circle.
• Read about the Helgeland coast

DAY 7

Historic Trondheim

Early arrival to the picturesque historic city of Trondheim, with time to explore the highlights of the city and stroll around in the areas with well preserved, tiny wooden houses, like Bakklandet and the Dronningsgate street. The town is also home to the largest wooden buildings in Norway.
• 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 a Gamme cabin incl. breakfast & Arctic dinner

Cruise with Hurtigruten
5 nights in outside cabin w. separate beds/double bed & private facilities
All meals on board (excl. drinks)

Transport
• Flight Oslo-Kirkenes
• Transfer Kirkenes Airport – Snowhotel – Hurtigruten cruise harbour

Activities & Excursions
• Dog sledding incl. warm clothes & transfers

All taxes & VAT
Detailed itinerary & directions

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

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