Christmas Expedition Cruise from London
Christmas Expedition Cruise from London
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Starting from London (Tilbury), you’ll enjoy a unique Christmas experience on our comfortable expedition ship as we sail to Norway. We’ll celebrate Christmas at sea and reach the one of the most picturesque cities in Norway, Bergen, where you can explore the UNESCO-listed Bryggen district on foot. Next, in the stunning Lofoten islands, you’ll visit one of the best-preserved traditional fishing villages in Norway. In the Arctic capital of Tromsø, you’ll learn about its polar history and get the chance to go on some exciting excursions.
Starting the New Year on an adventure
Basking in the light of the Polar Night, we continue north to Narvik and see in the new year in style. As our special New Year’s party reaches its climax and the clock counts down to midnight, you’ll welcome in 2024 in a totally unique way. We’ll head off the beaten track exploring some of mid-Norway's islands and fjords for two magical days – expedition style! You’ll round off your journey exploring the glacial beauty of Nordfjord and lively Stavanger before ending your expedition cruise back where it all began, in London (Tilbury).
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Day 1London (Tilbury)/Harwich
Setting off from the River Thames
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Day 2Scheveningen
The Dutch Coast
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Day 3At sea
Norway bound - God Jul to all!
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Day 4Bergen
Beautiful Bergen
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Day 5At sea
Cruising the coastal inner route towards the Arctic
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Day 6Lofoten
Idyllic Lofoten
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Day 7Tromsø
Gateway to the Arctic
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Day 8Narvik
Historic Narvik
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Day 9-10At sea
On expedition
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Day 11Outside Loen
Views from Mount Hoven
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Day 12Stavanger
Old and new
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Day 13At sea
Heading home
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Day 14London (Tilbury)
Refreshed and ready for the new year
Departures
What’s included
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 restaurants Aune and Fredheim
- À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with limited connection. Streaming is not supported.
- Complimentary reusable water bottle to use at water refill stations on board
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organise and accompany activities on board and ashore
- Range of included activities
Onboard Activities
- Experts on the Expedition Team deliver in-depth lectures on a variety of topics
- Use of the ship’s Science Center which has an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
- Citizen Science program allows guests to assist with live scientific research
- Professional onboard photographer gives top tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos
- Use of the ship’s hot tubs, panoramic sauna and indoor gym
- Informal gatherings with the crew such as daily recaps and preparation for the day to come
Landing Activities
- Escorted landings with small expedition boats
- Trekking poles, head lamps and walking poles available if necessary
- Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition Photographers help with your camera settings
Not included in your voyage
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Luggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
- All planned activities are subject to weather and ice conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please make sure you meet all entry and boarding requirements
- No gratuities expected
MS Maud
Year built | 2003 |
Shipyard | Fosen Mek. Verk. (N) |
Passenger capacity | 570 (500 in Antarctica) |
Beds | 500 |
Gross tonnage | 16,151 T |
Length | 135,75 m |
Beam | 21.5 m |
Speed | 15 knots |
Formerly MS Midnatsol, MS Maud was renamed in honour of the ship that brought Norwegian polar explorer Roald Amundsen through the Northeast Passage.
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