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Welcome to Helsinki, where our adventure begins. Depending on when you arrive, there may be time to do a bit of exploration if you feel like it. Your tour manager will be at the hotel to meet and greet you.   Helsinki is a vibrant and charming city blending modern design with a rich history. Its picturesque waterfront, lively squares, and unique architecture create a welcoming atmosphere. Perfect for a stroll, you can enjoy a scenic walk and experience the city's lively spirit, all within a few hours.  In the evening there will be a welcome dinner at the hotel, giving you the perfect chance to get to know your fellow travellers. 

We kick off our adventure through Finland by getting to know its charming capital city a little better.   After breakfast you’ll meet with an English-speaking local guide for a sightseeing tour. Learn about local culture, history, and traditions as you pass landmarks such as Helsinki City Hall, Market Square, Senate Square with its Cathedral, and the Temppeliaukio Church (Rock Church, entrance included). Weather permitting, we’ll also visit the Sibelius monument, an unusual sculpture commemorating the life of the composer Jean Sibelius.  The tour concludes at the hotel, leaving the afternoon free for further exploration. Why not take the opportunity to try some local dishes, such as silakat (small Baltic herrings) or mustikkapiirakka (blueberry pie).  

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then take a private transfer to Helsinki Railway Station for your train to Kemi. The scenic journey takes you  from Finland’s capital into the Arctic’s wilderness, offering incredible vistas of forests, lakes, and rugged landscapes – with the last section travelling beside the Baltic Sea.  We’ll arrive in Kemi around 15:30. Lunch is at your own expense, with food available on the train. Afterward, transfer privately to your accommodation, where you'll spend the night in a unique Glass Villa at the Experience 365 winter resort. Here, you’ll witness beautiful scenery all around, and with glass ceilings you’ll be able to look up directly into the heavens from your bed!  

This morning we’ll travel to the Ajos pier located on Bothnian Bay, where the sea freezes over during winter. It’s time to board Sampo, a real-life Icebreaker (conditions permitting) for an incredible adventure. It’s a thrilling experience as the icebreaker ploughs powerfully through the frozen sea. If you’re brave enough, take a refreshing dip in the icy waters while wearing a full-body waterproof survival suit.   After this adventure, you’ll be free to take lunch at your own arrangement in Kemi. A private coach will then collect us and transfer us to our next destination, Levi, via the Santa Claus Village at Rovaniemi.   At Levi, we’ll enjoy two magical nights in private glass igloo accommodation, offering again the chance to marvel at the Northern Lights from the comfort of your bed. Located on the outskirts of the resort of Levi, the hotel is far from light pollution, making it an ideal spot for Northern Lights spotting.  Please note: on tours with the following departure dates, the icebreaker ship will not be sailing due to expected sea conditions. Instead, you’ll be given a tour of the ship and will still be able to do the Arctic dip in a survival suit: 25 Sep, 9 Oct, 23 Oct, 6 Nov, 26 Mar, 9 Apr 

Please note, for today there are different possibilities depending on the season or date you are travelling.  See departure dates below: Today, enjoy a 1-hour Husky Safari in the form of a 5km sleigh ride (weather permitting). Driving a team of huskies over the shimmering fells is a must-do in Lapland. The eager dogs run at full speed, gliding effortlessly over the snow. Each sleigh seats two people, including one guest.   The safari takes you on a fast-paced ride through Levi’s untouched forest snow—an unforgettable experience!   Afterwards, the rest of the day is free to try optional activities like reindeer or snowmobile safaris (weather permitting).   In the evening, have dinner at the hotel before embarking on a 3-hour aurora hunting trip by sleigh (weather permitting). Sit comfortably in a heated sleigh pulled by a guide on a snowmobile and venture into the snowy forest and away from any light pollution. Watch out for the Northern Lights, and enjoy hot drinks, cookies, marshmallows and tales by the fire. This is followed by dinner at the hotel.   18 DEC, 1 JAN, 15 JAN, 29 JAN, 12 FEB, 26 FEB, 12 MAR, 26 MAR, 9 APR   SEP-NOV departures: Visit a husky farm and enjoy a 20 - 30-minute wagon ride (weather permitting, up to 4 people). Afterwards, relax in a traditional kota enjoying treats such as biscuits and warm berry juice, and listen to stories from the musher. If temperatures exceed 7°C, the activity may be limited to a farm visit only.   Before departure, enjoy dinner at the hotel and an evening of aurora hunting by snowmobile sleigh (weather permitting). Sit in a heated sleigh pulled by snowmobile, venturing into the forest for Northern Lights photography and storytelling by the fire. Warm drinks and thermal clothing are provided.   Note: The Levin Iglut snowmobile sleigh is not heated but includes overalls and blankets.  The rest of SEP-NOV departures: Enjoy a 3-hour evening of aurora hunting in the wilderness (weather permitting). The bus trip heads north, passing Jerisjärvi or Ounasjoki, where Northern Lights are more likely. Stops for photos are made before heading to Lake Äkäslompolo’s shore. Experience the magic of the aurora in a peaceful setting. If conditions are calm, you might even hear the whisper of the skies ...   Note: Northern Lights visibility depends on the weather conditions. 

Please note, for today there are different possibilities depending on the season or date you are travelling.  Most departure dates: After breakfast, we’ll transfer to the northwest along the Sweden - Finland border to Kilpisjärvi. Here, you’ll enjoy a 3-hour “Border of Three Countries” trip (weather permitting), visiting Norway, Finland and Sweden all in a single outing. We’ll travel by snowmobile or sleigh over frozen lakes and snowy forests to Koltavuoma, the peaceful border point. The trip includes guiding, thermal gear, photos, hot drink, and pastry.   SEP-NOV departures (25.09.26, 09.10.26, 23.10.26, 06.11.26): The border is inaccessible during this period, only reachable by a long snow hike. Instead, we’ll visit Kilpisjärvi Reindeer to experience Sámi traditions, meet and feed reindeer, and enjoy stories, berry juice, biscuits, and perhaps even grilled reindeer meat in a cosy log cabin.  

Today is the last day of our land trip before we board our ship. The 4.5 hr drive from Kilpisjärvi to Tromsø is a breathtaking journey through the Arctic wilderness, offering some of Norway’s most stunning scenery. Our route winds through snow-covered landscapes, passing frozen lakes and rugged tundra before reaching the majestic Lyngen Alps. These towering peaks, often blanketed in snow, create a dramatic backdrop.   Driving via the Lyngen Alps is subject to weather and road conditions, but if conditions allow the scenic coastal roads, fjords, and charming villages along the way offer perfect photo opportunities. If the weather and road conditions don't allow, we’ll drive directly to Tromsø. As we approach Tromsø, the landscape transitions from remote wilderness to a vibrant city surrounded by mountains and the icy sea.   Before you get settled into your cabin on board, give yourself plenty of time to explore Tromsø. This small city 350km north of the Arctic Circle has everything from trendy restaurants and cafés to boutique shops selling local crafts and produce.   Head to the Polaria centre, an aquarium home to a variety of Arctic marine species, including seals. Across the water from Polaria, you’ll find the Arctic Cathedral, standing out in the cityscape due to its striking design and impressive stained-glass windows.  In the evening, board the waiting ship and continue your journey on sea as we head north. 

Arriving early in the morning, you’ll have a full day in Honningsvåg. This far north, winters can be long and snowfall is high.   Ice fishing is a beloved winter tradition in the far north, and you might be able to try this on one of our optional excursions. Also, get a taste of the local delicacy, king crab, which is caught in the waters around Honningsvåg and served year-round.  But the highlight of any trip to Honningsvåg is a visit to the North Cape, which looks out over the Barents Sea. This is one of the northernmost points of mainland Europe, and if there's snow on the ground, you may even be able to arrive there by snowmobile. This trip is offered as an optional excursion.  Having reached the northernmost point of our voyage, we’ll turn around and begin going south as we sail away in the evening. 

Alta ligger på 70 grader nord – 497 kilometer nord for Den arktiske Polarcirkel. Området er specielt kendt for, at der er gode muligheder for at se nordlyset, så hav kameraet klar. På en tilkøbsudflugt kan man finde ud af mere om dagligdagen i Alta, se forhistorisk stenkunst og besøge Nordlyskatedralen, der har en udstilling om, hvordan Alta blev knudepunktet for banebrydende forskning om Aurora Borealis i det 19. og det 20. århundrede. Øget snefald om vinteren giver mulighed for autentiske, arktiske udflugter såsom hundeslædekørsel. Man kan prøve det på hjul, når jorden ikke er dækket af sne. Altas sne og klima giver perfekte forhold til at bygge og vedligeholde Igloo Hotel. Verdens nordligste ishotel ligger på bredden af Altaelven. Alternativt kan man tage med skibets Ekspeditionsteam på en vandretur til Komsa-fjeldet. Udsigten er fascinerende.

Narvik ligger på en halvø, hvor tre smukke fjorde mødes. Den blev oprindeligt udviklet som en havn, der var isfri hele året, for de nærliggende jernmalmsminer. I dag er den kendt for sin betydning under Anden Verdenskrig og som adgang til aktive oplevelser såsom skiløb, hundeslædekørsel og vandreture. Lær Narviks historie at kende på Narvik Krigsmuseum, som tilbyder engagerende udstillinger, der bringer byens strategiske betydning under Anden Verdenskrig til live. For et imponerende panorama over Narvik er det bedste at tage svævebanen op til toppen af Narvikfjeldet. Herfra vil du blive belønnet med fantastiske udsigter over byen og de tre omkringliggende fjorde.

Efter Narvik sætter vi kurs sydpå langs Norges fortryllende kyst. Man kan se vindomsuste øer, beskyttede bugter og nogle af verdens smukkeste fjorde. De er også hjemsted for et rigt dyreliv – f.eks. de majestætiske havørne. Da vi begyndte at sejle nordpå i Trøndelag-området i 1893, var der endnu mange ukendte pletter på kysten. Men gennem årene er vi blevet eksperter i området. Nu er vi blandt de få med maritimt kendskab og maritime færdigheder til at føre alle sikkert gennem de mange skær, holme og skjulte fjorde, der kendetegner kyststrækningen.

Når vi har lagt til i byens centrum om morgenen, kan vi udforske Åndalsnes, der er en malerisk kystby ved Isfjorden i bunden af Romsdalsfjorden. Fjeldene, der rager op over byen, er bogstavelig talt Åndalsnes’ højdepunkt. Fjordene er grunden til, at byen er blevet Norges foretrukne destination for vandrere, klatrere, skiløbere og mange andre. Trollveggen er en 1.000 meter høj, lodret klippe langs Romsdalen, der også lokker adrenalinjunkier til fra hele verden. Oplev seværdighederne på en byvandring og en afslappende tur med Romsdalsgondolen, der tager dig til toppen af Nesaksla, 708 meter over havets overflade. Herfra kan du nyde en 360-graders udsigt over det mægtige Romsdalshorn, Åndalsnes bymidte nedenfor og Rauma-floden.

Den tidligere hovedstad Bergen er omgivet af syv fjeldtoppe og havet og er et af Norges mest maleriske og historiske steder – og Norges næststørste by. Gå en tur gennem havnekvarteret Bryggen, der er på UNESCOs verdensarvsliste, og se de farverige træhuse fra det 14. århundrede. Bergens berømte fiskemarked er også et besøg værd. Det bliver med garanti en fest for sanserne med synet, lyden og lugten af rigelige mængder friske fisk, der kan tilberedes og spises på stedet. En af de mest kendte attraktioner i Bergen er Fløibanen-kabelbanen til toppen af Fløy-fjellet. Fra fjeldtoppen er der pragtfuld udsigt over byen, den nærliggende fjord og de andre omkransende fjeldtoppe.

Vi tilbringer rejsens sene eftermiddag i Kristiansand, der er Norges femtestørste by, og som ligger på landets sydspids. Kristiansand har et mål om at skabe Europas mest bæredygtige havn. Find ud af mere om den beundringsværdige mission på en tilkøbsudflugt, der inkluderer et besøg på Odderøya. Eller dyk ned i Kristiansands militære fortid i det 20. århundrede på en tilkøbsudflugt til Batterie Vara. Batterie Vara var oprindeligt et tysk fort under Anden Verdenskrig og har verdens næststørste kanon, der nogensinde blev monteret på land. På skibet slutter vi rejsen på bedste vis med en afskedsmiddag. Benyt muligheden til at udveksle billeder og oplevelser med de andre rejsende en sidste gang.

Today, we arrive in Oslo, Norway's laid-back capital. During the journey, you’ll have seen majestic mountains, landscapes and fjords, and maybe gazed up in awe at the Northern Lights a few times. We hope you have had an amazing experience, and that you've made a few friends along the way.   If you have any extra time before heading home, Oslo is a beautiful city perfect for a quick visit. In just a few hours you can explore the surreal Vigeland Park, visit the impressive Opera House, and stroll along the waterfront. Don't miss the historic Akershus Fortress or the vibrant Aker Brygge area for great food and views. It's the perfect place to sit and reflect on your adventure.