Norway: Nordlys Northern lights cruise - Bergen - Tromso
A TASTE OF THE ARCTIC
We begin our Northern Lights voyage in the vibrant town of Bergen, before setting sail in search of the phenomenal Aurora Borealis. After making several brief calls along the unspoilt coastline, the ship heads across the open sea to the delightful Art Nouveau town of Ålesund.
Trondheim, Norway’s former capital city and our next major stop, is a complete contrast with its wooden buildings, brightly painted wharves and warehouses. 
There is a buzz of anticipation when your Norwegian Cruise crosses the Arctic Circle and later in the day the grandeur of the legendary Lofoten Islands is revealed. At Svolvær, there is time for an after dinner stroll, perhaps to visit the world’s first Ice Gallery ‘Magic Ice’, which illustrates tantalising tales about the islands and their people, with dramatically lit ice sculptures and music. The voyage ends in Tromsø, where we transfer for our international flights.
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Day 1 -
Fly to Bergen
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Fly to Bergen and transfer to the ship for your Northern Lights cruise. On board you will have the chance to sample some of the ships delectable cuisine at dinner, before spending the rest of the evening relaxing. The staff will be happy to wake you if the Northern Lights appear during the night, simply request to be notified at the ship’s reception. During the evenings of your cruise you have the option of viewing the Aurora Borealis out on deck or from the warmth of the ship’s panorama lounge.
Meals included:
Dinner
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Day 2 -
Explore Ålesund
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Enjoy the first full day of your epic voyage North, which will be calling at around 20 ports. During the Northern Lights cruise you will have the opportunity to visit a wide variety of settlements from small fishing communities to modern towns.
The main port of call today will be the enchanting Art Nouveau town of Ålesund, where you can view picturesque landscape, stunning architecture and enjoy the town’s speciality, wild smoked salmon.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 3 -
Visit Trondheim
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Today your Northern Lights cruise will arrive at the fascinating Viking city of Trondheim, which was the original capital of Norway. When you disembark the ship you will be greeted with an array of incredible sights. There is an optional excursion to the breathtaking Nidaros Cathedral, which is one of Europe’s most striking Gothic monuments. The Ringve Music Museum is another one of the many attractions which the city boasts. Enjoy lunch in one of the many cafés and restaurants in the city before returning to the ship.
Tonight be sure to look into the Norway’s dark winter sky where you will hopefully see dazzling bands of yellow, green and blue dance across the sky. The cruise will continue to sail throughout the night.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 4 -
The Lofoten Islands
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In the early hours of the morning the cruise crosses the Arctic Circle. The Northern lights Cruise will travel to the town of Bodø where you can explore the town, see the world’s strongest maelstrom (whirlpool) or witness the whirling stream at Saltstraumen. The ship will then sail through the majestic Loften Islands, which will no doubt be one of the highlights of the day. Finally the cruise will reach the town of Svolvær, where you can enjoy a stroll after dinner and visit the world’s first ice gallery “Magic Ice”, which uses music and dramatically lit ice sculptures to portray fascinating stories about the islands.
Spend your last night at sea keeping watch for the Northern Lights, which will hopefully put on a dazzling display.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 5 -
Arrive in Tromsø
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Arrive in Tromsø during the mid afternoon, which is Norway's Arctic capital. Transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay. You will be able to take part on an optional dog sledding excursion, snowmobile or reindeer sledging. (Weather dependant).
Meals included:
Breakfast
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Day 6 -
Depart Tromso
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Wake up and enjoy breakfast at your hotel. There may be time to visit some of Tromsø's main attractions before your transfer to the airport for your international flight.
Meals included:
Breakfast
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We also provide exciting Northern Lights tours in Norway, Sweden, Finalnd and Iceland.
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