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Trip Includes:

• Breakfast and hotel accommodation in 3 / 4 star category hotel in Oslo
• Cruise cost with own inside cabin with full boarding (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
• Internal flight from Kirkenes to Oslo, train from Oslo to Bergen
  
• Transfers from Oslo airport to hotel on arrival and departure

Trip excludes:

• Porterage
• Meals, drinks, etc.
• International flights to and from Scandinavia

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On arrival in Oslo, we provide you a dedicated transfer to reach your hotel. The port town of Oslo is the capital of Norway Oslo celebrated its 1000 year anniversary in the year 2000. Until 1814, it was known as Christiania after the Danish-Norwegian king. The city is beautifully situated at the head of Oslo Fjord surrounded by forested ridges, and this very location gives Oslo unexpected qualities for a national capital. Start the day long Oslo tour which allows you to see all of Oslo’s main attractions at your own pace and convenience, with the freedom to take a break from your tour at any time to explore a sight further, or maybe go for lunch or shopping. Explore the Royal Palace, the City Hall, the Akershus fortress. Spend some time on the controversial Vigeland Sculpture park. For timings read more..

After breakfast, take the train to the west coast of Norway to reach Gateway to fjörd - Bergen. On the way do not miss a moment of the spectacular 5 hour journey which takes you through snow capped mountains, glaciers, waterfalls, rivers and lakes. Nature is at it's best here. On reaching Bergen, spend some time to discover parallel rows of wooden buildings front the harbor at Bryggen Wharf, the medieval waterfront district in Bergen, the Fish Market and a short ride on floibanen funicular train for a spectacular view of Bergen.
Settle into the gentle rhythm of life on board as the ship glides along the unspoilt coast. Relax and enjoy the stunning scenery. Sample the delicious cuisine for which Norway is renowned in the comfortable but informal diningroom or make new friends in the bar. Share experiences with fellow passengers from the world over as well as meeting local people travelling between ports, or simply wonder at the views from the panorama lounge as we look forward to the next port of call.
Check in for the cruise around 18:00 and depart 20:00 (summer) / 22:30 (winter)

A perfect start to our second day is an early arrival at the enchanting Art Nouveau town of Ålesund, which is situated across several islands at the entrance to Geirangerfjord. On departures from Bergen between 15 April and 13 September the ship will sail into the magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Site of Geirangerfjord, where tumbling waterfalls, rugged cliffs and majestic mountains are mirrored in the deep still water. Here we have the opportunity to join excursions ashore and weave through hairpin bends to overlook one of the world’s longest fjords. This is truly a mountain lover’s delight.

Continuing north, the medieval city of Trondheim is today’s highlight. Standing proud against the natural backdrop, its colourful history is reflected in handsome civic architecture. Optional excursions include the medieval Nidaros Cathedral or the enthrilling Ringve Music Museum. While we sleep the ship plies its trade along the coast and enters the land of the Midnight Sun.

In the early hours we experience the thrill of crossing the Arctic Circle as the voyage continues to the modern town of Bodø, from where we can join a optional Sea Eagle safari and witness the world’s strongest maelstrom or “whirling stream” at Saltstraumen. The glorious Lofoten Islands are where the day draws to a close with a stop at the capital, Svolvær. The intriguing Magic Ice gallery of “art below zero” is on the quayside and the stylish little town is just a few minutes away.

A relaxing morning at sea precedes our arrival inTromsø - the capital of the Arctic- where the Midnight Sun is visible from the end of May until the last week in July. The simple interior of the Arctic Cathedral gives prominence to a triangular stained-glass window filling an entire wall. Take the optional excuriosn to the Polar Museum and the Polaria centre to explore Arctic life over the centuries. These are complemented by modern shops and cafés just minutes from our cabins.

After an early call at Hammerfest arrive in Honningsvåg, the largest fishing village in Finnmark, and doorway to the wonders of the spectacular North Cape, mainland Europe’s northernmost point at 71º north. An optional excursion to the North Cape is available all year round. North Cape is a cape on the island of Magerøya in northern Norway, in the municipality of Nordkapp. Its 307 m high, steep cliff is often referred to as the northernmost point of Europe.

The vistas become more dramatic as the ship approaches the finale of the northbound voyage here in the far reaches of Europe. Benefiting from the warm currents of the Gulf Stream, this region is rich in sea life, and the coast is largely ice free in winter allowing ships access to most harbours. Soon we reach Kirkenes, from where the emotive border with Russia a few kilometres away or the Sami communities of Northern Finland may be visited. Here the ship bids farewell to passengers and take the flight to reach Oslo. On arrival in Oslo, we transfer you to hotel where you relax for the day.

After breakfast spend time on your own. We provide you a dedicated transfer to the airport for your onward destination.