Expedition Cruise from the Northern Lights to Dover
Expedition Cruise from the Northern Lights to Dover
Sail from Arctic gateway Tromsø to England’s Dover on an expedition to rarely-visited Norwegian islands and villages, hunting the magical Northern Lights along the way.
Arctic adventure
Your expedition cruise starts in the vibrant city of Tromsø. You’ll sail north to one of the northernmost points in Europe at North Cape. Turning south, we’ll dock in Alta where you can join exciting winter activities and visit the impressive Northern Lights Cathedral.
In Senja, you’ll explore an island rated one of the ten most beautiful islands in the world for its diverse landscapes. With an impressive mountain backdrop and beautiful fishing huts, the village of Reine in the Lofoten Islands is understandably one of the most photographed spots in all of Norway.
Enchanting mountains and hidden gems
Continuing south, we cruise the Helgeland coast, looking out for the Seven Sisters mountain range and the ‘Troll Hat’ mountain with its eye-catching hole. The ship then sails to the village of Loen deep within Nordfjord, not far from Jostedalsbreen – the largest glacier in Europe.
We’ll then go on to visit the charming fishing village of Kalvåg which few ever see. Stroll around its collection of old waterfront buildings before heading to Harlingen, one of the busiest ports in the north of the Netherlands. After an enjoyable winter expedition along the Norwegian coast, your journey ends in Dover, England.
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Day 1Tromsø, Norway - Full day
Gateway to the Arctic
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Day 2Honningsvåg, Norway - Half day
At the edge of Europe
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Day 3-4Alta, Norway
The City of the Northern Lights
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Day 5Senja, Norway - Full day
Microcosm of Norway
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Day 6Reine, Norway - Full day
Idyllic island life
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Day 7Sea day
Scenic nature and mythical mountains
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Day 8Loen, Norway - Anchored - Full day
Fjord side to mountain top in five
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Day 9Kalvåg, Norway - Half day
The hidden ‘Frozen Bay’
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Day 10At sea
Headed for the UK
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Day 11Harlingen, The Netherlands
One of Friesland’s 11
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Day 12Dover, UK
The White Cliffs of Dover
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 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
- 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.
Practical information
Sailing on board MS Maud
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