In Search of the Northern Lights

• Day 1 Newcastle upon Tyne

  Departure: early evening

• Day 3 Molde

  The Atlantic Ocean Road links Molde with Kristiansund, and stretches for eight kilometres through rocky coastlines, over the sea and through the surrounding mountains. Often described as the world's most beautiful road; in winter the twisting and winding road leads over bridges linking islands, and through snow-capped mountains, seeming to drop off the earth into the sea.
  Arrival: early morning - Departure: early evening
  

• Day 4 Crossing the Arctic Circle

  Embarking on the maritime tradition of crossing the Arctic Circle is a cherished experience for guests and crew alike. This momentous occasion, often announced by our Captain, invites you to venture out on deck and celebrate. You may choose to participate in a ceremonial ritual, complete with optional 'baptisms', where ice-cold water is poured down your back, or simply delight in the atmosphere of excitement and anticipation.
  Arrival: late afternoon - Departure: late afternoon

• Day 5 Sortland, Vesteralen Islands

  Known as ‘Blue Town’, the unique town of Sortland was given its nickname due to its buildings being almost entirely painted in varying shades of blue, chosen by local artist Bjorn Elvenes, to represent Sortland's maritime and fishing heritage. The surrounding waters of the town are teeming with various species of fish, seabirds, seals and whales; and in the winter months it may also be possible to see the Northern Lights.
  Arrival: early morning - Departure: early evening

• Day 6 Tromsø

  During winter, the ice-covered seas around Tromsø are filled with hundreds of whales, as they go in search of food and breeding grounds. One of the main reasons they visit this area is for the abundance of herring in the waters. Tromsø is also well-known for its husky sledding, where these magnificent creatures pull sleds through the snowy countryside. It's also possible to see the other-wordly Northern Lights as they dance and flicker in the skies above northern Norway's largest city.
  Arrival: early evening - Departure: late afternoon

• Day 7 Tromsø
• Day 9 Ålesund

  Considered by Norwegians to be Norway's most beautiful city, Alesund in winter is perhaps even more breath-taking than in the summer months, as its bathed in dusky shades of orange and pink. Surrounded by snow-capped mountains, the Art Nouveau town is built on three islands, where panoramic views of the city, archipelago and Sunnmore Alps are best seen from the top of Mount Aksla. 
  Arrival: early afternoon - Departure: early evening

• Day 11 Newcastle upon Tyne

  Arrival: early morning

In Search of the Northern Lights Itinerary