
The Ultimate Winter Expedition Cruise from Dover
The Ultimate Winter Expedition Cruise from Dover
This extensive winter expedition cruise brings you to a wide range of Norway’s coastal communities, snow-covered mountains, and fjords, hopefully under the Northern Lights.
Above the Arctic Circle
You’ll spend over nine days above the Arctic Circle during winter, chasing Norway's Northern Lights. Learn about polar exploration history in Arctic capital Tromsø, admire the Northern Lights Cathedral in Alta, and remember WWII British heroes in Narvik.
You’ll find the fishing villages of Svolvær and Reine in the Lofoten Islands picture-perfect, surrounded by mountains dusted in snow. We’ll then sail to the top of the European continent at North Cape, the turning point of your cruise.
Off the beaten track
Thanks to our smaller ship size and expert knowledge of the Norwegian coast, we’ll bring you to hidden places few ever see. Sail into spectacular Hjørundfjord, discover geologically diverse Senja island, and visit remote fishing villages.
You’ll go into full expedition mode along the Helgeland coast and Vesterålen, exploring these scenic areas based on the local weather conditions on the day. Your adventure will also take you to the beautiful city of Bergen, the bookshops of Fjærland, and to Loen at the heart of Nordfjord.
By the end of this great adventure into the Arctic and back to Dover, you’ll have made many special memories. Don’t be surprised if you’ve fallen in love with the Norwegian coast, perhaps even witnessing the magnificent Northern Lights several times.
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Day 1
Dover, UK
Setting off from the White Cliffs
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Day 2
At sea
Norway bound
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Day 3
Egersund, Norway - Half day
Picturesque town of wooden houses
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Day 4
Bergen, Norway - Half day
City of Seven Mountains
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Day 5
Fjærland, Norway
The longest fjord in Norway
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Day 6
Hjørundfjorden, Norway - Anchored - Full day
Exceptional natural beauty
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Day 7
Trøndelag, Norway - Anchored - Full day
‘Kos’ and ‘frilufsliv’ combined
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Day 8
Svolvær, Norway - Full day
Enchantment in the Lofoten Islands
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Day 8-9
Narvik, Norway - Full day
The Battle of Narvik
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Day 10
Risøyhamn/Sortland, Norway - Full day
A hiker’s paradise
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Day 11
Tromsø, Norway - Full day
Gateway to the Arctic
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Day 12
Honningsvåg, Norway - Half day
At the edge of Europe
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Day 13-14
Alta, Norway
The City of the Northern Lights
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Day 15
Senja, Norway - Full day
Microcosm of Norway
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Day 16
Reine, Norway - Full day
Idyllic island life
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Day 17
Sea day
Southbound across the Arctic Circle
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Day 18
Loen, Norway - Anchored - Full day
Fjord side to mountain top in five
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Day 19
Kalvåg, Norway
The hidden ‘Frozen Bay’
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Day 20
At sea
Headed home
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Day 21
Harlingen, The Netherlands
One of Friesland’s 11
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Day 22
Dover, UK
Back to England
Departures
2022
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January
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Current offers on this cruise:
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Solo Traveller Offer
Solo travellers who prefer their own space while still travelling with others, have the opportunity to save on select voyages departing in 2022. For a limited time, pay no single supplement if you book one of the below expedition cruises.This offer applies to a selection of departures that you can find on each voyage page.See Special Offer
What's included
Included in your voyage
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 and head lamps 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
Notes
- 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 | 528 (500 in Antarctica) |
Beds | 500 |
Gross tonnage | 16,151 T |
Length | 135,75 m |
Beam | 21.5 m |
Speed | 15 knots |
Formerly the MS Midnatsol, the MS Maud is well-suited for expedition cruising.
Practical information
Sailing on board MS Maud
Before you travel
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