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Small & Friendly
Spitzbergen, Fjords & the Arctic Circle
ABOARD OCEAN MAJESTY
16 nights
from
£1709
Departs 1st June from Harwich
Highlights Include Floro Alesund Honningsvag Longyearbyen Magdalenafjord Ny Alesund Tromso Leknes, Lofoten Islands Andalsnes Molde Bergen
LOFOTEN ISLANDS
Enjoy the best of the Norwegian Fjords, gaze over the Arctic Ocean from the North Cape and travel to remote Spitzbergen, a mere 600 miles from the North Pole. This extraordinary cruise is one youll never forget.
YOUR ITINERARY Sunday 1st June - Harwich Depart 1630 Monday 2nd - Cruising at sea. Tuesday 3rd - Floro Arrive 0900 Depart 1800 Our first port of call is Norways westernmost town, Floro. Visit the Coastal Museum for an insight into the towns history. A range of shore excursions will introduce us to the beauty of the region. Enjoy spectacular views from Brandsoyasen, sail around the islands or visit the Norwegian Deer Centre. Wednesday 4th - Alesund Arrive 0800 Depart 1730 Alesund is home to some excellent Art Nouveau architecture. Shore excursions include a visit to the islands of Giske and Godoy, and a trip to the excellent open-air museum. Thursday 5th - Cruising at sea. Thursday 12th - Leknes, Lofoten Islands Arrive 0800 Depart 1700 Wonderful scenery of jagged mountain peaks, precipitous cliffs and deep fjords awaits on Vestvagoy, one of the dramatic Lofoten Islands. Friday 13th - Cruising at sea. Saturday 14th - Andalsnes Arrive 0800 Depart 1230 Andalsnes is set at the head of the spectacular Romdalsfjord. Excursion opportunities include a steam train ride through the stunning scenery. Molde Arrive 1530 Depart 1900 Molde lies in the shadow of snow-capped mountains on the northern shores of Moldefjord. Sunday 15th - Bergen Arrive 0830 Depart 2000 Bergen boasts a wonderful outdoor market and the Bryggen, an area of colourful wooden gabled warehouses and narrow alleys. Join an optional ride on the funicular for some stunning views, a scenic tour of the surrounding area or a visit to Troldhaugen, home of composer Edvard Grieg. Monday 16th - Cruising at sea. Tuesday 17th - Harwich Arrive 0800
Discounted Fares SAVE up to £630 see page 5
TROMSO
Guest Speaker
Friday 6th - Honningsvag Arrive 2000 Depart 0100 From Honningsvag we head along the coast and across dramatic terrain to the North Cape. Stand atop the 1,000ft-high cliffs and gaze out over the Arctic Ocean. We return to the ship in order to sail past the North Cape, basking in the glory of the Midnight Sun (weather permitting). Saturday 7th - Cruising at sea. Sunday 8th - Longyearbyen Arrive 0930 Depart 1330 Today we reach barren Spitzbergen and the town of Longyearbyen, which nestles between the mountains and the edge of the spectacular Isfjord. Magdalenafjord Arrive 2230 Depart 0130 Tonight we cruise the stunning Magdalenafjord, one of Spitzbergens most scenic. The continuous daylight allows us to enjoy this awe-inspiring sight at its best. Monday 9th - Ny Alesund Arrive 0800 Depart 1400
DR BERNARD ROWLANDS, MA, PHD., DIP.ED
- SCIENTIST
Bernard Rowlands was educated at the University of Liverpool and is an expert in glaciation and has travelled extensively leading parties particularly in Norway, Iceland, Greenland, the Faroes and in the Inner and Outer Hebrides. He has lectured on many cruise ships and his other interests include wildlife, natural optical phenomena and Viking history.
Magdalenafjord Ny Alesund Longyearbyen Honningsvåg
Cabin Grades & Prices
Holiday ref: OY83
Cabin grade & type Full fare £2129 £2329 £2429 £2529 £2629 £2729 £2829 £3179 £3479 £3179 £3479 Discounted fares £1709 £1759 £1839 £1899 £2199 £2249 £2379 Save up to £420 £570 £590 £630 £430 £480 £450
A B C F G H I J K D E
Tromso Leknes
SWEDEN
Andalsnes & Molde Alesund Floro Bergen
On the western edge of Spitzbergen, Ny Alesund is a haven for wildlife and an important centre for scientists and environmentalists. Look out for reindeer, seals and birds. Tuesday 10th - Cruising at sea Wednesday 11th - Tromso Arrive 0800 Depart 1800 The attractive city of Tromso boasts a mixture of traditional wooden houses and modern 20th century architecture. Shore excursions include a cross-country trip to a husky camp and a visit to the incredible Arctic Cathedral.
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N O RWAY
From/To Harwich
Prices are based on the occupancy of cabins as described with private shower and wc. For ship information and deck plan see pages 6-7
To book please call one of our Cruise Advisors on 01858
462 111
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