Norwegian Fjords – Ioffe May, 2017

Norwegian Fjords – Ioffe May, 2017

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Trip Summary

Dates: May 31, 2017 – Jun 14, 2017
Duration: 15 Days
Starting at $5,999.00View Prices

About the Norway Itinerary

The North Norway cruise follows the path of more than one kind of whale as it travels amongst the fjords of Troms. The long Norway nights offer travellers on this expedition an excellent chance to take in the beauty and wonder of the Northern Lights.

Itinerary Map

Pricing Information

$5,999 - Category 1A Quad
$6,799 - Category 1 Triple
$7,999 - Category 2
$9,499
Limited - Category 3
$10,999
Full - Category 4
$11,999
Full - Category 5

About the Norway Itinerary

The North Norway cruise follows the path of more than one kind of whale as it travels amongst the fjords of Troms. The long Norway nights offer travellers on this expedition an excellent chance to take in the beauty and wonder of the Northern Lights.

Detailed Itinerary

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Day 1

The voyage starts in the town of Tromsø, also called ‘the Paris of the North’ because of its nice atmosphere. Here the 100 year old two mast schooner Noorderlicht will be waiting in the harbour. In the evening there is time to explore the town.


Days 2 - Hiking


Early in the morning we will depart from Tromsø and sail towards the north-east, into Langsundet. In this magnificent fjord we plan to land at the small village of Hansnes from where we will attempt to hike up a trail to the 306 metres high hill Storheia to admire the view across the fjord. We will spend the night in Dyrsfjorden at the northern tip of the island Ringvassøya.


Day 3-6 Wildlife watching

The next three days we will spend in Vengsøyfjorden and Kaldfjorden, the area where many whales have been seen in recent years. Besides Orca’s and Humpback Whales there are also good chances to see White-tailed Eagles, as they also want their share in the Herring frenzy. This eagle is one of the largest birds of Europe and a resident in northern Norway. In the afternoon, when the daylight is over, we plan to make small hikes in the area and hope for some clear sky in order to see the ‘Tricky Lady, as the Aurora is sometimes called.


Day 6 Northern Lights


Then we continue our circumnavigation of Kvaløya and sail to the small island of Sommarøy. Also here there are good opportunities to see the Northern Lights and the island offers good hiking possibilities. Therefore we spend the daytime of the last expedition day on this lovely island to explore the coastline with its small bays and white beaches and maybe even climb to the top of the 211 metre high Mount Hillesøya. From here there are excellent panoramic views of the rugged coastline.


Days 7-8 Tromsø

In the afternoon we sail back to Tromsø and complete our circumnavigation of Kvaløya. We spend the last night on board in Tromsø, where we disembark the vessel in the morning on day 8.


Welcome Aboard the Expedition


With a maximum of 134 passengers, the Expedition provides an intimate small ship cruising experience. Completely refurbished in 2009, she boasts spacious cabins, each featuring ocean-facing windows or portholes and private en-suite facilities. Large common areas and observation decks provide panoramic views of the distinctive landscapes of some of the most remote regions on earth. The Expedition delivers it space, comfort and expertise at a price that few can better.

Technical Specs

  • Passenger Capacity: 134 (maximum)
  • Crew: 53
  • Built: Helsingr Skibsvaerft, Denmark, 1972 (2009)
  • Ice Class: Swedish/Finnish 1B
  • Length: 105m (345 ft)
  • Breadth: 18.6m (61 ft)
  • Max Draft: 4.7m (15 ft)
  • Gross Tonnage: 6334 GRT
  • Cruising Speed: 14.5 knots
  • Stabilizers: Fins, Type Brown/AEG

Cabins & Amenities

  • Observation Deck
  • Fleet of 14 zodiacs
  • Complimentary Bogs Boots for duration of your cruise
  • Complimentary reusable water bottle for every passenger
  • Large Mud Room
  • Library
  • Discovery Lounge
  • Fine dining – one sitting
  • Polar Bear Pub
  • Gift Shop
  • Medical Clinic
  • Sauna
  • Computer Room
  • Gym
  • Public Telephone

Notes

  • Single Supplement is 1.7 times the regular price.
  • Please note that evacuation insurance is mandatory on all cruises.
  • Camping Excursion: $349 per person
  • Kayaking Excursion: $999 per person (Antarctica Classic), $1199 (Antarctica Classic In Depth & Quest for the Antarctic Circle), $1499 (Spirit of Shackleton & Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica)
  • Adventure options must be pre-booked and paid for prior to start of the trip. Space is subject to availability. Some activities require experience.
  • Promos cannot be combined with any other offer, promotion or discount.
  • All trips subject to possible fuel surcharge.

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