Norway Astronomy Voyage (Bergen - Kirkenes - Bergen)
Duration: 12-days
Departures:
September 2019 - March 2020
Price from: $ 2,606 per person
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- See the magical northern lights
- Guidance by an experienced astronomer who holds lectures
- Experience the beautiful Norwegian coastline
- Exclusive visit to the planetarium in Tromsø
Itinerary
Bergen
The adventure begins in Bergen, the cultural gateway to the fjords. Enjoy the relaxed ambiance and take the opportunity to meet your fellow astronomers.
Ålesund 
An early arrival at the Art Noveau town of Ålesund gives you an opportunity to go ashore and explore this pretty town.
Trondheim
Continuing north you head for the medieval city of Trondheim, whose colourful history is reflected in its handsome civic architecture.
Arctic Circle and Lofoten Islands
Crossing the Arctic Circle you continue to the modern town of Bodø. After crossing the Vestfjord you are amidst the glorious Lofoten Islands and their capital, Svolvær.
Stokmarknes
A relaxing morning on board precedes your arrival in Tromsø, the Capital of Arctic Norway. Here a visit to the Northern Lights Planetarium is included especially for this tour.
Honningsvåg 
Following an early call at Hammerfest you arrive in Honningsvåg, the portal to the wonders of the spectacular North Cape (optional excursion).
Kirkenes
The vistas and sea life become more dramatic as you approach Kirkenes, just a few kilometres from the Russian border, and you can join one of our exciting excursions here. As you return south the northbound ports visited by night are now seen by day.
Hammerfest and Tromsø
Hammerfest, the world's most northerly town is your first major stop, before continuing to Tromsø.
Vesterålen and Lofoten Islands
Passing through the legendary Lofoten Islands the ship negotiates an intricate network of inlets and isles. This is one of the most beautiful stretches of the Norwegian coast for many it is the most stunning part of your journey south.
Arctic Circle, Seven Sisters
Cross the Arctic Circle and sail past the famed peaks of the Seven Sisters as you enter a world of legends and folklore.
Trondheim and Kristiansund
An early morning arrival in Trondheim, where you have time to explore the city.
Bergen
A few nautical miles are left between you and Bergen today as your Astronomy Voyage draws to a close.
What's Included
Price Includes:
- 12-day Bergen - Bergen roundtrip cruise in the cabin grade of your choice on a full-board basis
- English-speaking Tour Leader on board
- Tour Manager and lectures from a renowned astronomer
- Exclusive excursion to the Planetarium in Tromsø
Not Included:
- International flights and transfers - you can book these with Hurtigruten during the booking process
- Optional excursions
- Luggage handling
- Travel insurance
Prices may change at any time before departure date, the applicable price will be quoted at the time of booking.
Please Note:
- All prices are shown in USD ($) per person based on two people traveling together sharing an inside cabin, double occupancy
- Suites are available on request
Ships
MS Finnmarken
| Year built | 2002 |
| Year of refurbishment | 2020 |
| Shipyard | Kværner Kleven (N) |
| Passenger capacity | 919 |
| Beds | 617 |
| Car capacity | 35 |
| Gross tonnage | 15,690 |
| Length | 138.5 m / 454 ft |
| Beam | 21.5 m / 71 ft |
| Speed | 18 knots |
On board MS Finnmarken you find Hurtigruten´s relaxed style combined with a bit of luxury.
MS Trollfjord
| Year built | 2002 |
| Shipyard | Fosen Mek. Verk. (N) |
| Passenger capacity | 822 |
| Beds | 638 |
| Car capacity | 35 |
| Gross tonnage | 16,140 |
| Length | 135.75 m/ 445 ft |
| Beam | 21.5 m/ 70.5 ft |
| Speed | 18 knots |
This ship is named after spectacular Trollfjord in the Lofoten Islands, and provides exquisite indoor comfort, modern facilities and interior design that makes extensive use of Norwegian wood and stone.
Optional Excursions
2F A Taste Of Norway
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 15 minutes
From
$ 120
2G Mountain Hike In The Hjørundfjord
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 45 minutes
From
$ 98
2B Geiranger With Trollstigen Pass
NorwayDuration
7 hours, 30 minutes
From
$ 232
2J Hjørundfjorden, Geiranger and Ålesund
NorwayDuration
7 hours
From
$ 232
2H Hike With A Visit To A Shieling
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 45 minutes
From
$ 107
2K Kayaking in Ålesund (2019/20)
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 15 minutes
From
$ 126
2D Atlanterhavsparken Aquarium And Mount Aksla
NorwayDuration
2 hours
From
$ 98
2C Art Nouveau Walk
NorwayDuration
2 hours
From
$ 98
2E Art Nouveau Walk
NorwayDuration
1 hour, 30 minutes
From
$ 61
3A Nidaros Cathedral & Ringve Museum
NorwayDuration
3 hours
From
$ 98
3B Trondheim With Nidaros Cathedral
NorwayDuration
2 hours
From
$ 98
3D Trondheim City Walk
NorwayDuration
3 hours
From
$ 98
3H Cycling In Trondheim
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 45 minutes
From
$ 102
3I The Northernmost tramride in the world
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 30 minutes
From
$ 120
3G Kayaking On The River Nid
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 30 minutes
From
$ 126
4A Svartisen Glacier
NorwayDuration
6 hours
From
$ 279
4B Arctic Coastal Walk
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 15 minutes
From
$ 98
4D Rib Safari To Saltstraumen
NorwayDuration
2 hours
From
$ 163
4C Experience Bodø And Saltstraumen
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 10 minutes
From
$ 98
4E Meet The Vikings
NorwayDuration
3 hours
From
$ 167
4F Meet The Vikings Summer
NorwayDuration
3 hours
From
$ 167
4G Highlights Of Lofoten
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 30 minutes
From
$ 130
4H Lofotpils Brewery
NorwayDuration
40 minutes
From
$ 46
4I Farm Visit In Lofoten
NorwayDuration
2 hrs 30 mins
From
$ 167
5A The Arctic Capital Tromsø
NorwayDuration
3 hours, 30 minutes
From
$ 154
5B Dogsledding
NorwayDuration
3 hours, 30 minutes
From
$ 283
5C Scenery & Huskies
NorwayDuration
3 hours, 30 minutes
From
$ 107
5D Polar History Walk
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 30 minutes
From
$ 98
5G Kayaking
NorwayDuration
3 hours, 30 minutes
From
$ 201
5M Cross-Country Skiing
NorwayDuration
3 hours
From
$ 154
5N Snowshoeing In Tromsø
NorwayDuration
3 hours
From
$ 154
6A The North Cape
NorwayDuration
3 hours
From
$ 176
6F The North Cape Exclusive
NorwayDuration
3 hours
From
$ 307
6B Birdwatching Safari
NorwayDuration
3 hours
From
$ 201
6H Fishing Village Visit
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 30 minutes
From
$ 120
6C Sami Culture
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 30 minutes
From
$ 117
6D Snowmobile Trip In The Arctic
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 15 minutes
From
$ 341
6E Sami Autumn
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 15 minutes
From
$ 117
6J RIB Expedition on 71 degrees North
NorwayDuration
6 hours
From
$ 466
7A The Russian Border
NorwayDuration
2 hours 30 mins
From
$ 119
7B Riverboat To Russian Border
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 30 minutes
From
$ 149
7C Snowmobile Safari
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 30 minutes
From
$ 210
7D Kirkenes Snow Hotel
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 30 minutes
From
$ 120
7E Atv/Quad-Safari To The Russian Border
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 30 minutes
From
$ 173
7F Husky Sled Adventure
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 30 minutes
From
$ 232
7J Dogsledding Exclusive
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 30 minutes
From
$ 391
7H King Crab Expedition
NorwayDuration
3 hours
From
$ 229
8B The Northernmost Town In The World
NorwayDuration
1 hour, 45 minutes
From
$ 92
8F Snowmobile Trip Into The Polar Night
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 15 minutes
From
$ 397
8A Breakfast At North Cape
NorwayDuration
6 hours
From
$ 214
8G Mountain Hike In Hammerfest
NorwayDuration
1 hour, 30 minutes
From
$ 98
8H Into The Ice Stories Of A Polar Hero
NorwayDuration
1 hour, 45 minutes
From
$ 117
8C Midnight Concert In The Arctic Cathedral
NorwayDuration
1 hour, 15 minutes
From
$ 83
8I - Arctic Midnight Adventure (2019/20)
NorwayDuration
1 hours, 30 minutes
From
$ 148
9A A Taste Of Vesterålen
NorwayDuration
4 hours, 15 minutes
From
$ 120
9B Lofoten Islands
NorwayDuration
3 hours
From
$ 130
9C Sea Eagle Safari
NorwayDuration
2 hours
From
$ 167
9I Vesterålen And Lofoten By Rib
NorwayDuration
2 hours, 30 minutes
From
$ 391
9D Lofoten By Horse
NorwayDuration
3 hours, 30 minutes
From
$ 176
9E Rib-Adventure In Lofoten
NorwayDuration
1 hour, 30 minutes
From
$ 167
9F Discover a fishing village
NorwayDuration
1 hour, 30 minutes
From
$ 95
10B Unesco Vega Archipelago
NorwayDuration
4 hours
From
$ 279
10C Visit The Salmon
NorwayDuration
1 hour, 15 minutes
From
$ 114
11A Trondheim With Nidaros Cathedral
NorwayDuration
2 hours
From
$ 98
11B The Hidden Rooms Of Nidaros Cathedral
NorwayDuration
2 hours
From
$ 191
11C The Atlantic Road
NorwayDuration
4 hours, 30 minutes
From
$ 154
Practical Information
Life On Board
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Hosts of the Coast – Our Expedition Teams
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Young Explorers Program
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Onboard activities and lectures along the Norwegian Coast
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A Trip Through the World’s Best Pantry
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Hurtigruten goes vegan!
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À la Carte Menu
Everything You Need to Know About a Voyage with Hurtigruten
Day 3
Eventyrets siste kapittel - Bergen
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