Northern Lights Voyage
Lapland Adventure
Tromsø - Kirkenes - Inari
This adventure begins in the Arctic capital of Tromsø where we begin our leisurely voyage north towards Lapland. Enjoy the wild and sparse landscapes north of the Arctic Circle as you sail towards Honningsvåg. From here you can travel to mainland Europe’s most northerly point, the North Cape.
We then head to Kirkenes a mere 10 kilometres from the Russian border where we disembark and start our journey towards Finland. En route the journey will take you through a variety of snow capped scenery, we will be driving along fjords and valleys and see the Sami bridge which connects Norway and Finland across the border river. Arrive in Inari in the early evening and after dinner you may have time to explore the village or look out for the mystical Northern Lights.
On your second day in Inari you have the chance to learn more about the Sami on your visit to SIIDA – Sami Museum and Northern Lapland Nature Centre and we will also visit a reindeer farm, to learn something of the life and farming techniques of the Sami herders. The afternoon is free for you to enjoy one of the optional excursions.
On the last day of our tour we will depart Inari in the morning and head back towards Kirkenes, driving along a scenic highway that passes several frozen lakes.
Throughout the journey your driver will talk about the life and history of the Sami people and our tour finishes back in mainland Norway’s most remote outpost, on the edge of the Varanger Fjord.
Departure
dates and
prices for 2009 |
Departure
date |
Ships |
Twin
- per person |
| Jan 14, 21; Feb 4 |
KH, NL, TF |
£1007 |
| Feb 4 |
TF |
£1007 |
| Feb 11 |
PL |
£1037 |
Feb 18;
Mar 4, 18, 25;
Apr 1
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MS
FM, RW, NK
KH |
£1007 |
Prices
are in £s per person based on two people
travelling together sharing a twin cabin/room.
Single supplement £45
Outside cabin supplement £30
Ships: KH: MS Kong Harald, NL: MS Nordlys, TF: MS Trollfjord, PL: MS Polarys, MS: MS Midnatsol, FM: MS Finnmarken, RW: MS Richard With, NK: MS Nordkapp
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The
cruise price includes |
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Return economy flights
from London Heathrow to Tromsø |
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Applicable taxes and
service charges |
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Halfboard voyage in twin cabin |
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All appropriate transfers |
Not included: Travel
insurance; luggage handling; optional carbon balancing
fee
(£5 per person) |
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Flight details:
Flights with Norwegian from London Heathrow
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| DAY 1 |
Fly to Tromsø, and transfer to the ship for embarkation. (D) |
| DAY 2 |
Enjoy the voyage passing north, optional excursion to the North Cape. (B, D) |
| DAY 3 |
Arrive in Kirkenes, disembark and transfer to Inari arriving early evening for your two nights stay. (B, D) |
| DAY 4 |
Morning visit to the SIIDA – Sami Museum and you will also visit a reindeer farm. Afternoon free for optional excursions (B, D) |
| DAY 5 |
Morning departure from Inari and transfer to Kirkenes for your flight home. (B) |
B = Breakfast
D = Dinner
Tour Extension |
Kirkenes Snow Hotel £235
Why not extend your tour with the unique experience of spending a night in one of our igloo-style snow suites at the Kirkenes Snow Hotel. You can extend your trip by a night and take advantage of extra time for some exciting excursions in Kirkenes.
£235 per person. Single supplement: £45
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Optional Excursions |
North Cape – Europe’s Northernmost Point - Honningsvåg
From Honningsvåg a coach will take you to the North Cape Plateau where you may enjoy unsurpassed views towards the North Pole, a potentially incredible backdrop for experiencing the Northern Lights. £68 pp. 3 hours 30 min
Sami Culture by Snowmobile - Inari
The snowmobile trip will take you to the famous island ‘Ukko’ an ancient sacrificial site of the Inari Samis. On the way you will also visit the wilderness church of Pielpajärvi. Camp lunch by the fire is included. £115 pp. 3 hours. Supplement for single use £35. Driving licence required
Snowmobile and Ice Fishing – Inari
After a snowmobile ride through beautiful landscape to Lake Pielpajärvi, you will be taught the secrets of ice fishing. Camp lunch included. £155pp. 4 hours. Supplement for single use £40. Driving licence required
Husky Safari in Wild Animal Park – Inari
Transfer to the Wild Animal Park for your Husky safari. There are two people per Husky team, so you can take it in turns to drive the Huskies. You will also enjoy coffee, tea and sandwiches by the open fire.
£125pp 2 hours 30 min
In Search of the Northern Lights by Showshoe – Inari
Guided snow shoeing tour to areas where the Northern Lights are visible on average 200 nights a year. You will experience the Arctic surroundings while the guide tells you about the area and the Northern Lights.
£30pp 2 hours
Please note: you may only combine the In Search of the Northern Lights by Snowshoe excursion with one of the other Inari excursions. All excursions are pre-bookable. |
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