Impressions of Northern Norway
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Deposit & Payment Day 1 Oslo / Continental Hotel
Arrive in Oslo, Norway’s capital city situated at the head of a 60-mile fjord. Today stroll amid Oslo’s famed Vigeland sculptures — hundreds of life-size human figures set in parkland. Next, visit the Polarship Fram Museum, dedicated to the wooden ship sailed by Norwegian explorers Nansen and Amundsen. The evening is free to explore Oslo on your own. Included in cruise fare is an overnight at the Continental hotel, or similar.
Day 2 Oslo / Lonyearbyen / Embark
Depart Oslo on a private charter flight to Longyearbyen in Norway's Svalbard Archipelago. Located at 78 degrees North latitude, Longyearbyen holds the record for "northernmost": population over 1,000 (roughly 2,100 people live there), church, hospital, tourist office and the University Center is the world's northernmost higher education institution. Amid colorful Scandinavian-design architecture, visit the surprising little Svalbard Museum and the Galleri Svalbard, featuring Svalbard-themed artworks so pure and cold they make you shiver, and a 10-minute film which gives a glimpse of Svalbard's other, winter persona. Embark the National Geographic Explorer. (B,L,D)
Days 3-6 Exploring Arctic Svalbard
Only 600 miles from the North Pole, Svalbard is a High Arctic archipelago of deep fjords, mountains and massive ice sheets. Your quest is for arctic wildlife: walruses, seals, reindeer, arctic foxes — and polar bears. In expedition style, let nature dictate your day-to-day movements in Svalbard — and this, by the way, is one of the great attractions of this expedition. Your fully stabilized, ice-class expedition ship can probe deep into the ice where polar bears hunt. Expansive decks give everyone the thrill of crunching through the pack ice and plenty of space for bear watching and photography. Join spotters on the Bridge, scanning the ice for wildlife. Venture to the foot of spectacular glaciers, take naturalist-guided walks on the tundra, Zodiac and kayak among the icebergs, or seek out the National Geographic Photographer and match camera settings side-by-side. (B,L,D)
Day 7 Bear Island
Mist-shrouded Bear Island lies isolated in the Barents Sea about halfway between Svalbard and the mainland. In earlier times it served as a whaling station, but today little evidence of man’s presence remains. It is a fantastic birding island, populated by thousands of fulmars, kittiwakes and guillemots. Weather permitting, take a Zodiac foray below the island’s cliffs into the coves and inlets for a close-up look. (B,L,D)
Days 8-9 Exploring Nordland
There’s no denying that the Norwegian fjords are beautiful, and on these days explore places along the northern Norwegian mainland that raise the standard of landscape-pulchritude to new heights. National Geographic Explorer enters Tysfjord, where kilometer after kilometer of vertical walls surround us. See Norway’s national mountain, Stetind — at 4,000 feet with a tall ‘horn’ at the top, it was voted Norway’s favorite. The unspoiled Hellemobotn cuts nearly to Sweden and has a hiking trail almost to the border. Zodiac and kayak along steep-walled fjords, and find inspiration in the birch forests and tumbling waterfalls. And, learn about the daily lives of the indigenous Sami people, visiting the small town of Drag with its museum devoted to Sami language and traditional reindeer-based culture. (B,L,D)
Day 10 Lofoten Islands & Trollfjord
The Lofoten Archipelago is an enchanting area of picturesque villages by the sea with a backdrop of jagged, granite mountain peaks. Explore the many islets, including Reine, a tiny village of red houses on stilts perched above the sea, and venture to Vaeroy for hikes, kayaking and a chance to see puffins. Be on deck as our ship enters dramatic Trollfjord, one of Norway’s most famous fjords. (B,L,D)
Day 11 Tromso / Disembark
Disembark in Tromso, known as the ‘gateway to the Arctic,” since so many arctic expeditions originated here. Visit the Arctic Cathedral, whose unique architecture is evocative of snow and icebergs. And visit the Polar Museum, with excellent exhibits on arctic nature, before boarding your charter flight to Oslo. Included overnight at the Radisson Blu Airport Hotel. (B,L)
Day 12 Return Home
Depart Oslo this morning for your independent return flights home.
Itinerary Notes
Costs Include:All accommodations aboard ships or in hotels per itinerary or similar, all meals and nonalcoholic beverages aboard ship, meals on land as indicated, air transportation where indicated as included, shore excursions, sightseeing and entrance fees, special access permits, transfers to and from group flights, use of snorkeling equipment and wet suits, use of kayaks (where available), gratuities (except to ship’s crew), taxes and service charges, services of a ship physician on most voyages, and services of expedition staff.
Not Included:
Air transportation (except where shown as included), extensions, passport, visa, immigration fees, scuba diving (where available), meals not indicated, baggage/accident/travel protection plan, items of a personal nature, such as alcoholic beverages, e-mail, and laundry. Gratuities to ship's crew at your discretion.
Deposit & Payment
Initial deposit is varies by sailing, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card. We accept Visa, Mastercard, AmEx, and Discover. Alternatively, you can send a check to our Missoula, Montana, office or register online at: https://www.adventure-life.com/forms/fourways.php
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Cancellation Policy
| Days Prior to departure | Fee |
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| Cruises for up to 8 nights | . |
| 90 days or more | $250 |
| 89-60 days | deposit |
| 59-30 days | 55% trip cost |
| 29-0 days | 100% trip cost |
| Cruises with 9 more more nights | . |
| 120 days or more | $250 |
| 119-90 days | deposit |
| 89-60 days | 30% trip cost |
| 59-30 days | 55% trip cost |
| 29-0 days | 100% trip cost |
National Geographic Explorer
- Ship Highlights
- Passengers : 148
- Luxury Expedition Ship
The National Geographic Explorer is a state-of-the-art expedition ship accommodating 148 guests in 81 outside cabins. It is fully stabilized, enabling it to navigate polar passages while providing comfort. The National Geographic Explorer houses technology for sea exploration, such as Zodiacs, kayaks, hydro-phones, underwater HD cameras and a Remote Operated Vehicle (ROV). Additional accommodations include multiple dining venues, a lounge area designed specifically for educational presentations and a luxury wellness spa.
Public areas include two restaurants, a lounge and bar, library, observation lounge, spa, fitness center, and sauna. A mud room with lockers provides storage for guests’ expedition gear. Meals: Served in single seatings with unassigned tables for an informal atmosphere and easy mingling. Menu is international with local flair.
Cabins: All cabins face outside with windows or portholes. Each has private facilities and climate controls.
Expedition Equipment: Hydrophone, kayaks, remotely operated vehicle (R.O.V.), snorkeling gear, Splash-Cam, underwater video camera, video microscope, and Zodiac landing craft.
Services include a full-time doctor, Undersea Specialist, Wellness Specialist, LEXspa Therapist, and Video Chronicler. There is internet access for guests, a business center, and laundry. Our "Open Bridge" policy allows guests to learn about the art of navigation and state-of-the-art navigational equipment from our Captain and Officers.
| Cabins | |
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 | Cat 1 Main Deck with one or two portholes. #301-308 |
 | Cat 2 Main Deck with window. #317-320, 335-336. |
 | Cat 3 Main Deck with Window #313-316, 321-328, 337-340,342, 344, 346, 348, 350. |
 | Cat 4 Upper and Veranda Decks with Window. # 103-104, 107-180, 201-202, 204-207, 210, 212, 217, 226, 228. |
 | Cat 5 Upper Deck with Balcony. #209, 211, 214, 216, 218, 220-222, 224. |
 | Cat 6 Veranda Deck Suite #101-102; Upper Deck Suite with Balcony #213. |
 | Cat 7 Upper Deck Suite with Balcony. #215, 219, 230. |
 | Cat SA C Deck Solo - Cabins 309-312, 329-334. Single cabins with window. |
 | Cat SB Upper and Veranda Decks with Window. #105-106, 203, 208. |
