Legends of the Lofoten Islands
We begin our tour in Norway’s
Viking capital on beautiful Oslofjord, where we transfer to
one of the leading hotels of the world – the privately-owned,
exclusive Hotel Continental – located in the heart of
Oslo. Here, we spend two nights allowing optimum time to explore
the city.
Following our time in Oslo, we fly to Bodø, with its
spectacular backdrop of mountains north of the Arctic Circle.
With constant daylight here from May to mid-August and the
midnight sun shining for a full six weeks during June and
July, our journey continues to join the afternoon northbound
Hurtigruten to the ‘capital’ of the Lofoten Islands,
Svolvær.
We arrive in the late evening and transfer to Svinøya
Rorbuer. Awarded the Norwegian Heritage Seal of Quality, the
traditional fishermens cabins (rorbu) are situated in the
oldest part of town on the island of Svinøya, which
is linked by bridge to the mainland.
These comfortable cabins have been refurbished and equipped
with modern kitchen and bathroom facilities to ensure you
feel totally at home for the coming three nights. Svolvær
is an attractive little town with fashionable shops and attractions
which include the incredible ‘Magic Ice’ gallery
and the fascinating War Museum.
Near to the town is Kabelvåg, the oldest village in
the islands, with its 12th century church and the re-creation
of a Viking Longhouse modelled on traces of those found in
the area.
There are plenty of options and activities available in the
area, including a boat trip to see the imposing Trollfjord,
bike trips along the winding lanes leading from the town,
and there are a number of walking routes which allow us to
explore the local area on foot.
We have three days here to take full advantage of these opportunities.
Departing the beautiful Lofoten Islands, we spend three nights
on the Hurtigruten southbound voyage to Bergen. There is a
buzz of excitement during the morning as the ship crosses
the Arctic Circle.
Legends are symbolised by the mountains as the ship sails
past the Seven Sisters range and Torghatten which still bears
the hole made by the arrow of the mythical Troll king. Weaving
through fjords and islands, we reach beautiful Bergen –
one of Europe’s Cities of Culture – in the early
afternoon and transfer to our centrally located hotel.
Here we have bars, cafés and many places of interest
on our doorstep - a few minutes walk will bring you to the
picturesque harbour area and the World Heritage site of Bryggen.
On our final morning there is time for some last minute sightseeing
before our transfer to the airport for the homeward flight
(via Oslo) to the UK.
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| DAY 1 |
Fly to Oslo and meet representative.
Transfer to the Hotel Continental in the heart of the
city. |
| DAY 2 |
Free day to explore Oslo and
its museums, or enjoy optional excursions which can be
booked locally. |
| DAY 3 |
Fly to Bodø and join
the afternoon northbound Hurtigruten vessel to Svolvær
on the Lofoten Islands, with dinner included on board.
Transfer by taxi to Svinøya Rorbuer rorbu fishermans
cabins, where we spend the next three nights on a half
board basis. |
| DAY 4-5 |
Free to explore Svolvær
and the Lofoten Islands. Many excursions and activities
are available locally, and there are a number of walks
or cycle rides that can be taken from our base here. |
| DAY 6 |
After a free day in Svolvær,
we transfer to the quayside for the early evening departure
onboard the southbound Coastal Voyage, with our evening
meal on the ship. |
| DAY 7-9 |
Continue southbound on the
Hurtigruten route to Bergen arriving in the early afternoon
of Day 9. Transfer to the Radisson SAS Hotel Norge where
we spend the night. |
| DAY 10 |
Transfer to Bergen airport
for the homeward flight to the UK. |
The
cruise price includes |
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Return economy flights
between UK and Oslo/Bergen including all applicable
airport taxes and service charges |
| • |
2 nights Continental Hotel Oslo
inc breakfast |
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Domestic flight Oslo-Bodø |
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Voyage Bodø-Svolvær
inc dinner |
| • |
3 nights Svinøya Rorbu
inc half board |
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Voyage Svolvær- Bergen in
cabin of your choice inc half board |
| • |
1 night Radisson SAS Norge Hotel
inc breakfast |
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Transfers where appropriate |
| • |
Luggage handling at hotels |
| Not included: Travel insurance, optional excursions |
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Grade |
Twin |
Supp* |
Inside cabin |
1635 |
287 |
Outside cabin |
1710 |
287 |
*Single supplement.
All above prices are per person in £s,
based on two people travelling together and sharing a
twin cabin/room. |
Departure
dates from UK for 2006 |
08 & 22
Aug 2006 |
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