Southbound Excursions

Make the most of your cruise along the Norwegian coast from Kirkenes to Bergen with a choice of eductaional, scenic and thrilling excursions. Take full advantage of local, English-speaking guides who will give you an insight in to the true diversity of Norway's coastal landscape, lifestyle and culture.

See also Northbound Excursions
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Southbound Excursions
8A BREAKFAST AT THE NORTH CAPE
Honningsvag
Available Dates: 8 May - 7 Oct
Duration: 6 hours
Price: 2011- £100pp, 2012- £108pp
The North Cape plateau stretches 307 metres (1,000 feet) above the churning Arctic Ocean. Here, at the very top of Europe, we will enjoy a hearty breakfast. On your return make a short stop to visit a Sámi family, followed by a memorable drive through the dramatic Arctic landscape of Finnmark county, before rejoing the ship in Hammerfest.

North Cape

8B THE NORTHERNMOST TOWN IN THE WORLD, Hammerfest
Available Dates: 1 Jun - 15 Sep
Duration: 1 hour
Price: 2011- £24pp, 2012 - £26pp
Home to the Royal and Ancient Polar Bear Society, Hammerfest is the northernmost town in the world. You’ll visit the Meridian Monument, a column symbolising the first official measurement of the exact size and shape of the earth, learn about Europe’s first Liquid Natural Gas factory and stop at Mount Salen for a view over the town.

8C MIDNIGHT CONCERT IN THE ARCTIC CATHEDRAL, Tromso
Available Dates: 15 Nov- 15 Mar &
22 Apr - 30 Sep
Duration: 1h 15mins
Price: 2011- £40pp, 2012- £41pp

Set in the stunning Arctic Cathedral, this is an awe-inspiring midnight concert where a varied programme of folk music, hymns and classical pieces will be performed against the backdrop of the largest stained-glass window in Europe.

Snowmobiling

8F SNOW MOBILE IN THE POLAR NIGHT
Mehamn - Kjollefjord
Available Dates: 15 Dec- 10 May
Duration: 1h 30 mins
Price: 2011- £258pp, 2012- £266pp

Drive through the beautiful Arctic landscape during the polar night. You might see the Northern Lights in a clear, starlit sky. Make a pit-stop at a real Sami tent for some hot drinks by the campfire, before you return to your ship.
Valid driving licence is require

9A A TASTE OF VESTERÅLEN
Harstad
Available Dates: All year
Duration: 4h 15 mins
Price: 2011- £52pp, 2012- £57pp

On this trip from Harstad to Sortland you will experience history, beautiful scenery and a selecion of breathtaking sights. Highlights of this tour is a visit to the Trondenes church and crossing the Gullesfjord by ferry before rejoining your Hurtigruten ship in Sortland.

Southbound Excursions
9B LOFOTEN ISLANDS
Svolvaer
Available Dates: 1 Apr- 8 Sep
Duration: 2h 45 mins
Price: 2011- £55pp, 2012- £56pp

The sheltered bays and glorious mountain landscapes of the Lofoten Islands are home and workplace to thousands of fishermen who have learned to live in harmony with the changing moods of sea and sky. The charming port of Henningsvær displays a collection of art and photographs that capture the very essence of life in these islands, past and present.

Sea Eagle Safari

9C SEA EAGLE SAFARI
Svolvaer

Available Dates: 1 Apr - 5 Oct
Duration: 2 hours
Price: 2011- £70pp, 2012- £75pp

The area surrounding Trollfjord is the realm of the mighty sea eagle. Boarding the small MS Orca we sail into this narrow fjord, passing through a narrow sound enclosed by steep mountains. Usually excellent numbers of sea eagles circle above the boat, giving you an intimate view of these rare and beautiful birds. Rejoin the ship in Svolvær.

9E RIB ADVENTURE IN LOFOTEN
Svolvaer

Available Dates: 1 Jun- 30 Aug
Duration: 2 hours
Price: 2011- £75pp, 2012- £78pp

Join a speed-filled excursion with RIB-boats into the fantastic Lofoten archipelago. There is a good chance to spot eagles amd you will also visit the fishing village of Skrova for a snack and an insight into the life of the Norwegian fisherman. Rejoin the ship in Svolvaer.

RIB Adventure

10B UNESCO ISLANDS VEGA
Sandnessjoen - Bronnoysund

Available Dates: 1 Jul- 30 Aug
Duration: 3h 50 mins
Price: 2011- £110pp, 2012- £119pp

The Vega archipelago was added to the UNESCO World heritage list in 2004 and you will travel to the main island Vega by boat. Visit the E-house, a museum about eider ducks where you can learn more about these animals and the tradition of keeping.

11C THE ATLANTIC ROAD
Kristiansund - Molde
Available Dates: 1 May- 15 Sep
Duration: 4h 30 mins
Price: 2011- £75pp, 2012- £80pp

8.2km long, built on a total of 8 bridges and surrounded by picturesque landscape, the Atlantic Road is one of Norway's most visited tourist destinations. On this tour visit Kvernes Stave Church and have dinner at a local Norwgian tavern.


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