Northern Lights Voyage
Arctic Wonders
Tromsø - Kirkenes - Tromsø
8 days/7 nights half board
SPECIAL LOW PRICES flying direct to Tromsø from Stansted
Your fascinating journey commences in Tromsø, with a leisurely voyage north, observing the sky for a chance to see the magical Aurora Borealis. In Honningsvåg, you can join an excursion to mainland Europe’s most northerly point, North Cape.
Sailing on, we head for the sheltered harbour of Kirkenes. Here you can visit the Russian border or enjoy a taste of Sami life, before your overnight stay in a stylish ice room in the Snow Hotel wrapped up warm.
As the return journey from Kirkenes hugs the coastline, you revisit remote settlements which rely on Hurtigruten ships to maintain contact with the rest of Norway.
Departure
dates and
special prices for 2007/8 |
Departure
date |
Ships |
Twin
- per person |
| 2008:Jan 12, 19 |
RW/TF, NK/PL |
£775 |
| 2008:Feb 23 |
PL/RW |
£795 |
| 2008:Mar 1 |
MS/NK |
£820 |
Prices
are in £s per person based on two people
travelling together sharing a twin cabin/room.
Single supplement: £85
Outside cabin supplement £40
Ships: RW: MS Richard With, TF: MS Trollfjord, NK: MS Nordkapp, PL: MS Polarys,
MS: MS Midnatsol |
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The
cruise price includes |
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Return economy flights
from London Stansted direct to Tromsø |
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Applicable taxes and
service charges |
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Halfboard voyage in twin cabin |
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Two night stay in Kirkenes including breakfast, one of which will be spent at the Snow Hotel |
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Two nights stay at a hotel in Tromsø
including breakfast |
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All appropriate transfers |
Not included: Travel insurance; luggage handling; optional carbon balancing fee
(£5 per person) |
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Flight details:
Flights with Norwegian from London Stansted
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| DAY 1 |
Fly from Stansted to Tromsø and transfer to the ship. (D) |
| DAY 2 |
Enjoy the voyage north sailing into Honningsvåg where you can enjoy an optional excursion to Europe’s most northerly point, the North Cape. (B, D) |
| DAY 3 |
Arrive Kirkenes, disembark and transfer to a local hotel. Enjoy free time for excursions and transfer to the Snow Hotel. (B, D) |
| DAY 4 |
Transfer from Snow Hotel to your
Kirkenes hotel. You will have time to explore Kirkenes or join an excursion. (B) |
| DAY 5 |
Rejoin the voyage for your
southbound journey. (B, D) |
| DAYS 6-7 |
Arrive in Tromsø late evening and
transfer to a centrally located hotel for two nights. You will have the opportunity to join some of our exciting excursions.
(B, D on Day 6 only) |
| DAY 8 |
Transfer to the airport for your flight home. (B) |
B = Breakfast
D = Dinner
Optional
Excursions |
North
Cape –
Europe’s Northernmost Point
From Honningsvåg a coach will take us to the North Cape Plateau where we share unsurpassed views towards the North Pole, a potentially incredible backdrop for experiencing the Northern Lights.
£58 per person, pre-bookable
Barents Safari - Kirkenes
Drive a snowmobile across the frozen sea (full instruction given, driving licence required). On our return we can relax in a traditional dwelling, and enjoy an introduction to the everyday life of the Sami. Warm clothing is provided.
Usually available from mid December.
£95 per person, pre-bookable
Snowmobile Tour - Kirkenes
Discover the thrills of this exhilarating Arctic
transport and the ever-changing winter landscape
as you cross snow-covered plains on a snowmobile.
£115pp, single supplement £40,
pre-bookable. Driving licence required.
Snowshoeing - Kirkenes
After an introduction on how to use snow
shoes, you will follow the tracks of rabbits,
foxes and local people across the snow
covered landscapes. Our rewarding and
active trip ends with hot juice and waffles.
£60pp, pre-bookable
King Crab Safari - Kirkenes
This fascinating excursion offers a unique
experience to watch your guides ice fishing for
the largest, freshest King Crabs in the world.
Depending on weather and ice conditions, you
will travel by either snowmobile or inflatable boat
to a location where your guides will attempt to
catch several of these incredible crustaceans,
which can span 2 metres and weigh up to 15
kilos. These crabs will then be prepared and
cooked for you when you return ashore – a
rewarding meal following a fabulous excursion. £85pp, pre-bookable
The Russian Border –
Kirkenes
A short tour takes us to the border with Russia, providing a distant glimpse of the lands that lie east.
£25 per person, bookable on board
Due to time constraints, excursions in Kirkenes cannot be combined.
Dog Sledging – Tromsø
Experience a real taste of Arctic Norway, across the plains of Tromsø. Huskies are harnessed to our sledge and together we speed across the frozen landscape. A warm meal in a Lavvo (Sami tent) is included. Participants on this excursion will be collected from their hotel, and taken directly to the airport after the trip.
£125 per person, pre-bookable
Arctic Gourmet Dinner - Tromsø
Emma’s Dream Kitchen is a locally renowned
romantic restaurant. Enjoy a five-course Arctic
gourmet dinner, including an apéritif in
a cosy and relaxed atmosphere.
£75pp, pre-bookable |
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