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Northern Lights on a Winter Arctic Cruise

Northern Lights on a Winter Arctic Cruise, a rail journey with Vacations By Rail

Discover a magical wonderland as we explore Oslo and Trodheim before embarking on a four-night Artic cruise through snowy fjords.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Oslo

    Arrival in Oslo

    Arrive in Oslo and transfer independently to the central hotel near Oslo Central Station. Walk to a nearby restaurant for dinner this evening.

  2. Day 2railovernight: Bergen

    An epic journey on the Bergen Railway

    Journey aboard the Bergen Railway from Oslo to Bergen, passing Flå, Geilo, the Hardangervidda mountain plateau, Finse and Voss.

  3. Day 3overnight: Bergen

    Touring Bergen & a trip on the Fløibanen funicular

    Guided walking tour of Bergen and the Bryggen waterfront, followed by a ride on the Fløibanen funicular. Rest of the day at leisure.

  4. Day 4overnight: Ship

    Joining our cruise for an epic voyage north

    Transfer by coach to Bergen port and board the Havila Cruise ship for a six-night northbound voyage, beginning with an overnight sailing to Ålesund.

  5. Day 5overnight: Ship

    Ålesund with an optional cruise into Geirangerfjord

    Dock in Ålesund for the day, known for its art nouveau architecture; optional excursion into Geirangerfjord available.

  6. Day 6overnight: Ship

    Continuing our voyage north to Trondheim

    Dock in Trondheim, the historic 'Viking City'; optional guided tour available. Continue north past the Kjeungskjær Lighthouse and through the Stokksund strait.

  7. Day 7overnight: Ship

    Crossing the Arctic Circle to Bodø

    Cross the Arctic Circle and drop anchor in Bodø, with optional excursions to the Svartisen Glacier or sea eagle spotting. Sail into the Lofoten Islands and the Trollfjord.

  8. Day 8overnight: Ship

    Tromsø and a thrilling husky dog sledding experience

    Disembark in Tromsø for a husky dog sledding excursion below the Lyngen Alps, or an optional tour of the Arctic capital.

  9. Day 9overnight: Ship

    Honningsvåg on the remote island of Magerøya

    Disembark at Honningsvåg, with optional excursions to the North Cape plateau, snowshoeing, ice fishing, bird watching, or a cruise to Kjøllefjord to learn about the Sámi people.

  10. Day 10overnight: Oslo

    Disembarking in the arctic city of Kirkenes

    Cruise ends in Kirkenes this morning; transfer to the airport for a flight back to Oslo for the final two nights of the trip.

  11. Day 11overnight: Oslo

    Touring modern, cultural and historic Oslo

    A 3-hour guided walking tour taking in the Oslo Opera House, Akershus Fortress and Kvadraturen, with a free afternoon and final dinner of the trip.

  12. Day 12

    Traveling home

    After breakfast, check out and transfer to Oslo airport independently to begin the journey home.

Included

  • Expertise of a Tour Manager from start to finish
  • 5 nights' 3 & 4-Star hotel accommodation
  • 6-night cruise onboard a Havila Cruise ship
  • Standard Class rail travel
  • All rail, cruise and coach travel throughout your tour
  • All internal flights
  • Breakfast each day, 5 lunches, 9 dinners
  • Group luggage transfers between hotels from Oslo to Bergen
  • All guided tours and excursions

Not included

  • Cancellation & Travel Insurance
  • Flights and Airport transfers not included
  • Excursions offered in each cruise port are operated by Havila and are optional, chargeable, and bookable directly onboard

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