![]() ![]() ![]() The 1,000 metre-high Lofoten Wall is a stunning sight on the horizon, as if there to welcome us. That afternoon, the ship enters the Lofoten archipelago. Admire fabulous street art or join an optional boat excursion to Saltstraumen, the world’s most powerful maelstrom. We then sail to Bodø, the second largest city in Northern Norway, overlooked by the Børvass peaks. ![]() The pier here is popular for the Love Bench where sweethearts have declared their lasting romance with a padlock. Forces of natureĪt 10am, we call into Ørnes, near to Norway’s second-largest glacier, Svartisen. We mark the moment with a traditional ceremony that’s sure to wake you up!Ībove the Arctic Circle, you can see the sun 24 hours a day in summer, while in winter, your chances of seeing the Northern Lights greatly improve. We cross the Arctic Circle early in the morning, beginning your Arctic tour of Norway. After that, we head towards charming Rørvik. In the afternoon, the ship sails northwest, passing the ochre-coloured Kjeungskjær Lighthouse, islets, and rocky reefs. Up from Bakklandet is Kristiansten Fort which affords beautiful panoramas of the city and fjord. The neighbourhood’s colourful wooden wharves propped up on stilts by the river’s edge now house trendy eateries. Nearby, the old city bridge Gamle Bybro sits over Nid River, marking the entrance to the old Hanseatic district of Bakklandet. Next door to the cathedral is the Archbishop’s Palace where Norway’s crown jewels are on display. ![]() You’ll have three hours to explore Trondheim and its array of highlights, either by yourself or on one of the optional excursions we offer.Ī must-see site of the city is Nidaros Cathedral, nicknamed “Norway’s Notre Dame” for its Gothic style and considered the most sacred building in all of Norway. Magical, medieval, and modernįounded by Viking king Olav Tryggvason in 997, Trondheim today is Norway’s third largest city and a mix of historic buildings and a buzzing student population. This section of the voyage lets us enter the Trøndelag region of Norway, marked by crumpled hills, fields dotted with farmsteads, and low-loying coastal settlements. In summer, there might just be enough daylight to see the amazing view of 222 mountain peaks across the fjord, called ‘the Molde Panorama’.įrom mid-June to late August, the streets and gardens here will be adorned with the sight and scent of roses of all shades, living up to Molde’s nickname as ‘ The City of Roses’. There’ll also be a call at the scenic village of Urke to gaze at the view of thousand-year-old farms, the fjord, and the lush mountainsides. In autumn, we explore Hjørundfjord, hidden away in the Sunnmøre Alps. Once in the fjord, you might get to see the famous Seven Sisters waterfalls cascading down the cliffs. In the summer, we set our course for the spectacular UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord, passing some of the most magnificent scenery Norway has to offer. If you’re travelling with us in spring or winter, you’ll have most of the day to explore this picturesque town. Ålesund is renowned for its beautiful Art Nouveau architecture and Atlanterhavsparken, one of Northern Europe’s largest saltwater aquariums. We then sail past West Cape for our approach to Ålesund. Want to know when the different ships are in port? See the complete sailing plan hereĮnjoy early morning in the breathtaking Nordfjord near Torvik.You’ll also meet your ship’s Coastal Experts who will be your guides as we cruise Norway’s coastline, organising lectures, onboard activities, and optional hikes. Once aboard, enjoy the first of many delicious meals made from fresh coastal produce as we depart Bergen and sail the old Viking route along Hjeltefjord. Your voyage beginsīefore boarding, you can relax in our comfortable guest lounge at the terminal. To get the most out of your visit to Norway, don’t forget that we can also help you to arrange tours before or after your voyage, such as the Norway in a Nutshell programme. There’s also the Fløibanen funicular which whisks you up Mount Fløyen for lovely views of the city. Just across the street is the famous Fish Market which serves delicious seafood. 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. Founded in 1070 AD, Bergen boasts architecture influenced by prosperous 14th century German trading organisation, the Hanseatic League. Your voyage starts in Bergen, the second largest city in Norway and gateway to the fjords. ![]()
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