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Duration 11 nights
Sailing From Bergen
Departing 8-Jan-25
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Cruise Ship MS Kong Harald
Call 133 133
What's Included?
- PLUS add Comprehensive Travel Insurance and SAVE $500* per booking in-store with Bundle + Save
- Return economy flights to Bergen including prepaid taxes
- 1 Night pre cruise accommodation staying at the Thon Hotel Rosenkrantz in a Standard Room including breakfast
- 11-Night cruise, from Bergen return in a Polar Outside stateroom
- Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) from Norway's Coastal Kitchen
- Norwegian- and English-speaking Coastal Experience Team
- Onboard lectures and presentations on Norway's history, biology, geography, geology and culture
- Introductory photo presentation, camera adjustment and tips and tricks, photo and film footage from the voyage
- A welcome event and daily gatherings to recap the day and prepare for the day to come
- Presentations about the ports we visit
- Presentation of excursion programmes
- Point of interest presentations out on deck
- Captain's dinner and a farewell event
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Departure Dates
- 8-Jan-25
Visit Norway
HIGHLIGHTS:
All Aboard - Iconic Architecture and Fantastic Fjords - City of Kings and Palaces - Into the Arctic - Capital of the Arctic - Norway - From the Top of Europe - High Peaks and Idyllic Islands - A Landscape of Trolls - Coastal Communities and Klippfisk - Until Next Time
Travel departing from:
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Discover our full scenic route with 34 ports visited twice, northbound and southbound, allowing you to really get to know the heart and soul of Norway's coastline.
Bask in spectacular scenery any season of the year as we sail past more than 100 fjords and 1,000 mountains.
Spend half your voyage on an Arctic tour of Norway, maximising your chances of seeing the Northern Lights in winter, or enjoying 24 hours of daylight under the Midnight Sun in summer.
Take your pick from all optional hikes and the full list of optional seasonal excursions to enhance your coastal experience.
Day 1 All Aboard
Bergen - gateway to the fjords
Your voyage starts in Bergen, the second-largest city in Norway and gateway to the fjords. Founded in 1070 AD, Bergen boasts architecture influenced by prosperous 14th-century German trading organisation, the Hanseatic League.
If you've time before your ship departs, visit the UNESCO-listed wharfs of the colourful Bryggen district, now an artisan quarter complete with cobblestone streets. Just across the street is the famous Fish Market which serves delicious seafood. There's also the Floibanen funicular which takes you up to the top of Mount Floyen for views of the city.
Day 2 Iconic Architecture and Fantastic Fjords
Alesund
Enjoy early morning in the Nordfjord near Torvik. We then sail past West Cape for our approach to alesund.
Day 3 City of Kings and Palaces
Trondheim - Norway's capital of technology
This section of the voyage sees us enter the Trondelag region of Norway, marked by crumpled hills, fields dotted with farmsteads, and low-lying coastal settlements.
Day 4 Into the Arctic
Bodo
We cross the Arctic Circle early in the morning, beginning your Arctic tour of Norway. We mark the moment with a traditional ceremony that's sure to wake you up.
Day 5 Capital of the Arctic
Tromso - gateway to the Arctic
We dock into Harstad just after 07:00. You can go for a peaceful early morning stroll around town.
Day 6 Norway's Northern Frontier
Honningsvag - gateway to the North Cape
The ship reaches the town of Hammerfest on the island of Kvaloya early in the morning. In summer, the island has herds of reindeer migrating here in their thousands.
Day 7 Norway's Eastern Edge
Kirkenes - right on the border
We call at Batsfjord and Vardo in the night, before docking at Vadso early in the morning.
Day 8 From the Top of Europe
Hammerfest
We make stops at Mehamn and Kjollefjord during the night before early morning visits to Honningsvag and Havoysund.
Day 9 High Peaks and Idyllic Islands
Svolvaer - at the heart of Lofoten
Today, you'll be exploring the archipelagos of Lofoten and Vesteralen, real highlights of our Norway scenic route.
Day 10 A Landscape of Trolls
Bronnoysund - coastal charm right in the middle of Norway
The ship calls at Bodo in the small hours of the morning and then ornes at 7am. We then cross over the Arctic Circle just after breakfast. Commemorate the moment with a tradition of tasting a spoonful of good ol' Norwegian cod liver oil
Day 11 Coastal Communities and Klippfisk
Trondheim - Norway's capital of technology
Spend the morning in Trondheim, then sail past beautiful island scenery and some of Norway's smallest communities before exploring Kristiansund and Molde.
Day 12 Until Next Time
Bergen - gateway to the fjords
Our Norwegian coastal cruise together, at least this time, will reach its end later today. During the previous night, we'll call at alesund and Torvik. On our approach to Maloy, you might catch a glimpse of the northbound Coastal Express if you're up early enough.
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About MS Kong Harald
Norway's reigning monarch, a seasoned sailor, lends his name to this remarkable vessel. MS Kong Harald was refurbished in 2016 and now features a modern, Arctic-inspired interior. On board are three different restaurants, the Multe bakery and ice cream bar, a sauna and fitness room. Out on deck you can enjoy the view from one of our two hot tubs. There is a comfortable bar at the front of the ship where you can enjoy a nice traditional drink. The vessel also has a large compass area were you find the reception, the Expedition Team, conference room and shop. The top deck of the boat features a sun deck, observation saloon and panorama lounge, all of which provide splendid views of spectacular coastal scenery. Expedition team on board MS Kong Harald has its own on-board Expedition Team and serves as a university at sea. Interesting lectures inside the ship as well as out on the sun deck make this an exciting and educational journey. Topics depend on the season and the waters we sail in. The Expedition Team host a lecture programme and evening gatherings daily. Out on deck you can participate in live points of interest to learn more about the nature, culture and other phenomena we encounter along the coast. In addition, the Expedition Team will introduce you to the uniquely Norwegian notion of `friluftsliv´ (outdoor life), and encourage you take part in `friluftsliv´ hikes and activities during the journey. Our dedicated Expedition Teams have one mission: to enhance your experience by engaging you and interpreting the nature, wildlife, and culture you encounter during the voyage.Read more about our Expedition Teams here.
Ship Facilities
- Fitness: Fitness Room, Sauna,
- Relaxation: Panoramic Lounge ,
- Entertainment: Expedition Team,
- Other: Wi-Fi (Extra Charge),
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- Passenger Capacity: 590
- Tonnage: 11204
- Total Crew: 70
- Length: 396
- Launched: 01 Jan 2016
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