WINTER EXCURSIONS
8H: Into the Ice Want to be a true polar explorer? Then join this demanding expedition up the Salen mountain in Hammerfest, the world’s northernmost town. When you reach the summit, you’ll get to plant your own fl ag marking your achievement, before rewarding yourself with some hearty Scandinavian snacks.
Hammerfest; L4 08 Nov – 15 Mar; from £75pp. Duration: 1h 45min.
9D: Lofoten by Horse Saddle up and mount your beautiful Icelandic steed for an Arctic cowboy adventure through the magnifi cent Lofoten countryside. Ride along secluded white sand beaches and ancient Viking monuments, taking in the stunning scenery.
Svolvær to Stamsund; L3 01 Jan – 31 Dec; from £108pp. Duration: 3h 30min.
9H: Mountain Hike in Lofoten Join this unmissable mountain hike through the magnifi cent scenery of Lofoten all the way up to Rørvikskaret. From the top, you will enjoy some of the best views this famous region of Norway has to off er.
Svolvær to Stamsund; L4 09 Jun – 08 Nov; from £71pp. Duration: 3h 30min.
10D: Gateway to Helgeland See the modern design and architecture of the Petter Dass Museum juxtaposed with the Alstahaug Church, and all situated right beneath the mighty Seven Sisters mountain range.
Sandnessjøen to Brønnøysund; L3 01 Oct – 31 May; from £296pp. Duration: 4h.
Tromsø Excursions
These are exclusive to the following voyages: Arctic Highlights, A Taste of the Arctic (Northbound) – Day 6, A Taste of the Arctic (Southbound) – Day 1. These must be pre-booked ahead of your journey.
Husky Dog Sledding Wilderness Centre, Tromsø Experience a thrilling sled ride across the snowy wilds of the Arctic plateau, being pulled by a team of dogs. At the end of your journey, you’ll get to warm up with a Sámi meal and some homemade cake in a traditional lavvo tent.
Price: from £199pp (2017 & 2018). Duration: 2h 30min.
Reindeer Sledding and Sámi Culture
Tromsø Lapland, Tromsø Immerse yourself in indigenous Arctic culture with a real Sámi guide. You will taste traditional food, learn about Sámi folklore and folk songs, as well as try your hand at the time-honoured customs of reindeer sledding and lasso throwing.
Period: Feb – Mar. Price: from £206pp (2017); £213pp (2018). Duration: 4h.
Tromsø Arctic Panorama Tromsø You’ll take a cable car up where you’ll discover spectacular 360o views of Tromsø and the surrounding polar landscapes. Afterwards, enjoy some tea and cake by the fi reside in a cosy mountain lodge.
Price: from £89pp (2017); £93pp (2018). Duration: 2 – 3h.
11F: Husky Safari Get to know your husky sled dogs and experience the thrill of ice fi shing. Afterwards, you will be served a hot meal and warm beverages, made on the fi re inside a cosy hut.
Kristiansund to Molde; L3 22 Dec – 22 Mar; from £298pp. Duration: 4h 30min.
Aurora Safari with Dinner by Cable Car
Tromsø Take a cable car up to a traditional mountain lodge for a delicious three-course dinner, surrounded by fantastic views over Tromsø. If you’re lucky, your meal will be lit up by the
Northern Lights as well as candlelight. Price: from £179pp (2017 & 2018). Duration: 3h 30min – 4h.
Snowmobile Safari Lyngen to Tromsø First, we head to the Lyngen Alps where you will get acquainted with your snowmobile at Camp Tamok. Then you’ll have the chance to whizz through the frozen lakes and valleys among wild Arctic landscapes before warming up with a hot meal and drinks at the end.
Price: from £232pp (2017); £245pp (2018). Duration: 7h. Note: driving licence required.
Cross-Country Skiing Tromsø A fantastic opportunity for fi rst-time skiers. After getting some basic tips from an instructor, you will ski together across soft, fl at terrain at the top of Tromsø Island. You might even have the Northern Lights above you.
Lofotr Viking Museum
Price: From £128pp (2017); £148pp (2018). Duration: 4h (including travel to and from Lyngen). Note: suitable for aged 8 and over.
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