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Fishing village in the arctic

North Cape Island, Seabird Colonies

Alta to Honningsvag - Example 8 Day Cruise aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
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The adventure of a lifetime awaits you on this 8-day cruise aboard Rembrandt van Rijn to see the beautiful sites and learn about wildlife in their natural habitats. Visit remote islands with seabirds that have been studied by researchers, making them some of Earth's most closely monitored creatures! Experience the beauty of North Cape Island and witness seabird colonies in their natural habitat in close proximity. In the far north, enjoy the views of the northernmost glaciers in Scandinavia, picturesque steep mountain ridges, remote islands, and hiking opportunities. These areas provide the ultimate wilderness experience, being ideal for exploration by foot as well as by sail.
Little AuksA puffin on the rocksA zodiac landing on remote shoresSun shining on the iceA polar bear rests on an icebergA walrus floats on the iceSmall Arctic harborFishing village in the arctic
Highlights
  • Discover the picturesque town of Alta.
  • Enjoy the Northern Norway prime birdwatching sites in all of Scandinavia.
  • Experience zodiac cruising and hiking along the North Cape
  • Visit Seiland National Park and enjoy northernmost glaciers in Scandinavia.
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Activity Level: Relaxed
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
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Day 1: Alta, Norway | Embark

Your adventure begins in the picturesque town of Alta, located at the head of Alta Fjord.

Day 2: Seiland National Park

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Spend the whole day in Seiland National Park, enjoying views of the northernmost glaciers in Scandinavia. Then at Bårdfjord, in the northwest,  land in an area of small islands populated by courting common eiders. Here, find a picturesque valley of thawing lakes and reindeer that often appear on the slopes and even spot sea eagles soaring overhead.

Day 3-5: Lille Haen, Norway

  • Ship
  • 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners
In Northern Norway, cliff-nesting seabirds begin returning to their breeding places in April (early spring) to meet their mates and you can observe as many of these species. These may include gannets, great cormorants, European shags, herring gulls, black-legged kittiwakes, common guillemots, razorbills, black guillemots, and Atlantic puffins. To accomplish this, sail by (and sometimes land at) numerous bird-watching locations, such as Lille Håen, Andotten, Lille Karmøya (all at Sørøya), along with Hjelmsøystauran and Gjesvaerstappan, where you may see one of the largest seabird colonies in Norway.

The expedition team is not allowed to land near some of these colonies, but from Zodiacs, you can get great views of the birds. Also, these colonies tend to be exposed to bad weather. The alternative landings will be in secluded nature areas in the inner fjords and inland straits.

Day 6: Knivskjeldodden, Norway

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Knivskjeldodden, on Magerøya, is the northernmost point of Europe, about one km (.6 miles) north of North Cape. From the landing place in Knivsjelvika, walk to this point and later to a few lakes on the thawing tundra not far to the south. Migratory tundra birds have not arrived yet, but you might see ptarmigans and snow buntings.

Day 7: Honningsvåg, Norway | Disembark

  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
After a visit to the seabird colonies at Svaertholdklubben, you will arrive at the end of the day in Honningsvåg, the northernmost harbor town in Norway.

Day 8: Finnmarken | Tundra | Return Home

Disembark in Honningsvåg, where on request you can transfer by chartered bus (T) (a three-hour drive that you must book in advance) through the partly snowy tundra to the Alta airport.

Ship/Hotel

Rembrandt van Rijn

Exterior image of the Rembrandt van Rijn.
Relax at the bar aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn.
Lounge area aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn.

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Main deck, upper and lower berths, private bath facilities and porthole.
Rembrandt van Rijn's Twin Private.
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Lower deck, upper and lower berths, inside cabins with private bath facilities.
Rembrandt van Rijn's Twin Private Porthole.
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Twin Private Porthole
Lower deck, upper and lower berths or two lower berths, private bath facilities and porthole.

Notes

- Rates are quoted in U.S. dollars and represent costs per person, double occupancy.
- Cabins are available for single occupancy at 1.7 times the double occupancy rate.
- Children between the ages of 3-15 receive a 40% discount in triple cabins, one child per cabin.
- Due to the extreme nature of itinerary destinations, travel insurance is mandatory for all cruises aboard the Rembrandt Van Rijn - including medical, accident and repatriation/evacuation insurance.
Included
  • 6 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 7 Dinners
  • 6 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
  • All Miscellaneous Service Taxes and Port Charges Throughout the Program
  • All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.
  • Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes.
  • All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.
  • Comprehensive pre-departure material.
Excluded
  • Gratuities
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Passport and Applicable Visa Expenses
  • Government arrival and departure taxes
  • Pre- and Post Land Arrangements
  • Fuel Surcharge - to be invoiced separately
  • Meals ashore
  • Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
  • Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
  • Medical travel insurance, including emergency medical attention and evacuation coverage with a minimum of $100,000 of evacuation coverage is required.

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