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In Search of the Northern Lights Southbound

In Search of the Northern Lights Southbound
In Search of the Northern Lights Southbound
In Search of the Northern Lights Southbound
In Search of the Northern Lights Southbound
In Search of the Northern Lights Southbound
In Search of the Northern Lights Southbound

The landscape is covered in white puresnow, and we provide you with the best chance of experiencing the Northern Lights. Join various miniature polar expeditions like a husky sled adventure or a snow mobile trip into the Polar Night through a frozen landscape with beautiful views of the Arctic wilderness. By participating in our on-board program you can see and learn more about the king crab sfrom the Barents Sea, taste freshroasted fish cakes near Trollfjord and learn how to fillet fish on deck.

Tour Itinerary

Upon arrival in Tromsø, we will store your luggage at a local hotel and you will have time to explore this lively town. Take part in one of our optional winter excursions, or visit the northernmost brewery in the world for an Arctic beer. After embarkation in the late evening, the ship will travel toward the Lofoten Islands.

OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS: 
Midnight Concert at the Arctic Cathedral
Dog Sledding
In the Footsteps of Amundsen

  • The ship will travel toward the Lofoten Islands

Passing through the Lofoten Islands the ship negotiates a stunning network of inlets and isles. We will also pass through the narrow channel between Vesterålen and the Lofoten Islands, known as the Raftsund.

OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS:
A Taste of Vesteralen

  • Ship will pass through the narrow channel between Vesterålen and the Lofoten Islands

Today we cross the Arctic Circle and can enjoy the impressive view of the Seven Sisters mountains that loom over the majestic Helgeland coast.

We arrive in Trondheim in the morning where you have the chance to visit the famous Nidaros Cathedral or take a stroll through the old town with its picturesque wooden buildings.

OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS:
Trondheim with Nidaros Cathedral
Trondheim City Walk

Today your journey with Hurtigruten has come to an end, but there are still a few nautical miles of fascinating winter scenery ahead of us. We reach Bergen in the afternoon where you disembark. Transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay.

OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS:
Bergen City Sightseeing

Transfer to airport for your next destination.

 

OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS DURATION ACTIVITY LEVEL PER PERSON USD
Midnight Concert at the Arctic Cathedral 1.15 hours easy  $80
Dog Sledding 3.5 hours good physical condition  $225
In the Footsteps of Amundsen TBD    
A Taste of Vesteralen 4.15 hours easy  $115
Trondheim with Nidaros Cathedral 2 hours easy  $65
Trondheim City Walk  2.15 hours some physical effort  $43
Bergen City Sightseeing  2 hours some physical effort  $57

Customer reviews

Coren G T 19 December 2017
This tour was about the outstanding views and the experiences. I should say the food on the ship was outstanding , too, especially if you like fish. The crew was super - friendly, helpful, and very efficient indeed. The crew made our trip very special. The crossing of the Arctic Circle is fun! We picked some excursions which we enjoyed. We didn't go on a lot of excursions as we didn't want to miss some points of interest and ports. The boat is absolutely fine, with a large viewing deck at the back We had one night of quite rough weather but most of the trip is in sheltered water and it was not an issue. We enjoyed this outstanding trip very much!

Coren G T
Barbara Kaubrys 19 December 2017
What an amazing journey! This small Hurtigruten ship takes you really close to the wonderful Norwegian coast , visiting many ports, navigating the small islands and fjords. The food on board was very good as well as the service. We enjoyed learning about the Northern Lights and enjoyed the fantastic scenerie of Aurora on one of the nights. The best part of the journey was traveling through fjords large and small as well as the number of sea days where you could simply relax watching the scenery unfold in front of you. We also thoroughly enjoyed the variety of excursions. Those who like lots of activities when traveling should look for some other tours. This one is relaxing and mostly watching. We liked it!

Barbara Kaubrys
Coren G T 19 December 2017
This tour was about the outstanding views and the experiences. I should say the food on the ship was outstanding , too, especially if you like fish. The crew was super - friendly, helpful, and very efficient indeed. The crew made our trip very special. The crossing of the Arctic Circle is fun! We picked some excursions which we enjoyed. We didn't go on a lot of excursions as we didn't want to miss some points of interest and ports. The boat is absolutely fine, with a large viewing deck at the back We had one night of quite rough weather but most of the trip is in sheltered water and it was not an issue. We enjoyed this outstanding trip very much!

Coren G T
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