
Dover - North Cape - Dover: Northern Lights and Fjords Expedition
Dover - North Cape - Dover: Northern Lights and Fjords Expedition
Travel information
15 days
MS Maud
Breakfast, lunch and dinner included
- Experience the Northern Lights and learn all about this spectacular phenomenon
- Explore Norway’s amazing coastline in winter
- Join in on fun winter activities
- Learn about Norwegian culture, history, and nature with our Expedition Teams.
Hurtigruten offers unique cruises to some of the world’s most remote and pristine waters. As with all expeditions, nature comes first. Weather and snow conditions determine our final itinerary. Safety and unparalleled guest experiences are our top priorities. Our itineraries are continuously adapted to unexpected natural elements and exciting wildlife opportunities. That’s why we call it an expedition.
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Day 1
Dover
Northern Exposure
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Day 2
At sea
Norway Bound
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Day 3
Stavanger
City of Natural Highs
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Day 4
Ålesund
Art Nouveau and Aquatic Species
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Day 5
Brønnøysund
Home of Famous Torghatten
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Day 6
Reine and Svolvær
Discover Amazing Lofoten
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Day 7
Tromsø
Gateway to the Arctic
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Day 8
North Cape, Honningsvåg
Edge of the World
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Day 9
Finnsnes/Senja
Hidden Gem of Coastal Norway
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Day 10
Sea day
Serenity of the Sea
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Day 11
Kristiansund and Molde
Norwegian Alps and Viking Battles
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Day 12
Bergen
Beautiful Bergen
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Day 13-14
At Sea
Leaving winter wonderland
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Day 15
Dover
Return to England
Departures
What's Included
Included in Your Expedition
Expedition Cruise
- Expedition cruise in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner including beverages (house beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water) in restaurant Aune
- À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm is included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with very limited connection. Streaming is not supported.
- Complimentary reusable water bottle to fill at onboard water refill stations
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organize and guide activities, both on board and ashore.
- Range of included excursions
Onboard activities
- Experts from the Expedition Team present detailed lectures on a variety of topics
- Use of the ship’s Science Center, which has an extensive library, biological and geological microscopes, and samples
- The Citizen Science program allows guests to contribute to current scientific research projects
- The onboard professional photographer will give tips and tricks for taking the best landscape and wildlife photos
- The ship has hot tubs, a sauna with a view, and an indoor gym
- Participate in informal gatherings with the crew, such as daily recaps and the next day’s preparations
Landing activities
- Loan of trekking poles and all equipment needed for the activities
- Complimentary wind- and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition photographers help configure your camera settings
Not Included In Your Expedition
- International flights
- Travel protection
- Baggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
Notes
- All planned activities are subject to weather and ice conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please ensure you can meet all entry and boarding requirements
- No gratuities are expected
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The Norwegian Petroleum Museum is not open on Dec 31.
Your Ship
MS Maud
Year built | 2003 |
Shipyard | Fosen Mek. Verk. (N) |
Passenger capacity | 528 (500 in Antarctica) |
Beds | 500 |
Gross tonnage | 16,151 T |
Length | 445 ft |
Beam | 70.5 ft |
Speed | 15 knots |
Formerly the MS Midnatsol, the MS Maud is well-suited for expedition cruising.
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