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Fjords & Spitsbergen
Bergen - Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen
Dates:
21/5/2022
to
1/6/2022
Other available dates
12
days
days
11
nights on board
nights on board
Starting from*
AU$13,630
Guest Speaker Transfer + flight Longyearbyen/Paris
PONANT invites you to on an exceptional experience discovering Norway and the immensity of the polar universe. Aboard Le Boréal, set sail for a 12-day cruise to the remote lands of the Norwegian fjords and Spitsbergen.
From Bergen, famous for its Hanseatic wharf which still carries a few traces of the rich historic past of the city founded by the Vikings, you will set sail for Olden. From this small and charming village, located a few kilometres from Jostedalsbreen National Park, which is home to one of the last ice caps in Europe, you will have the opportunity to admire the magnificent Briksdal glacier.
After calling at the colourful town of Hellesylt, your ship will then sail towards the Geiranger Fjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Even further north, you will reach the Lofoten Islands. This archipelago has landscapes of surreal beauty alternating between sea, mountain slopes and fine sand beaches.
Le Boréal will sail into the magical landscape of Trollfjorden, which legends says is guarded by trolls, before calling at Tromsø.
You will also sail by Bear Island, halfway between the North Cape of Norway and the South Cape of Spitsbergen. You will see many sea birds, such as guillemots or Atlantic puffins, which have found refuge in the vast cliffs of the south of the island.
Even further north, you will reach Spitsbergen, the main island of the Svalbard archipelago. In the land at the end of the world, millennial glaciers, steely mountains and spectacular fjords form the backdrop for whales, arctic foxes, walruses and also the kings of their realm, polar bears.
Your cruise will end in Longyearbyen.
Ref : BL235 - B210522
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UNESCO World Heritage sites: Bryggen, former Hanseatic port of Bergen (embarkation port), the Geiranger Fjord. Possibility of a walk at the foot of the most beautiful glaciers in Europe, the Briksdal, from...
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Shore Excursions, Overlands & Pre/Post Programmes
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Transfer + flight Longyearbyen/Paris
For your serenity, PONANT selects a flight and organises the transfer between the port and the airport. This package is included in your cruise fare.
Disembarkation Day - Longyearbyen/Paris
Disembarkation.
Meet and greet at the port by our local English-speaking representative.
Transfer to the airport in time for check-in of flight Longyearbyen/Paris selected by PONANT.
Flight Longyearbyen/Paris selected by PONANT.
Approximate flight duration: 4 h 30.
We highly recommend you stay one night in Paris after this flight.
This programme includes:
- Flight Longyearbyen/Paris selected by PONANT in economy class.
- Transfer as mentioned in the programme.
- English-speaking assistance.
This programme does not include:
- Personal expenses.
- Any other service not mentioned in the programme.
Please note:
- Due to limited local transportation resources, waiting might be generated.
- Flight included in the programme is as of today, operated in economy class, on a European airline.
- For passengers in transit in Paris, we recommend staying one night in Paris after this flight.
- Programme and flight schedule are subject to change without prior notice.
Services provided
- Individually-controlled airconditioning
- Stateroom layout: king-size bed, or twin beds, interconnecting sStaterooms available (Children welcome)
- Minibar
- Flat screen satellite TV
- Bose™ Bluetooth speaker
- Desk with stationery
- Safe
- Hermès® bath products
- Dressing table, bath robes, hairdryer
- Direct line telephone
- 110V American (two flat pins) / 220V European (round sockets with two round pins)
- 24hr room service
- Inclusive Internet access Wifi
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Packing Checklist
Ideal clothes for life on board:
During the days spent on board, you are advised to wear comfortable clothes or casual outfits. The entire ship is air-conditioned, so a light sweater, a light jacket or a shawl may be necessary. When moving about in the public areas of the ship and the decks, light but comfortable shoes are recommended.
Informal evening:
In the evening, you are advised to wear smart-casual attire, especially when dining in our restaurants where wearing shorts and tee-shirts is not allowed.
For women:
- Simple dress
- Skirt or trousers
- Blouse
- Polo
For men:
- Pleated trousers or chinos
- Sports jacket
- Shirt
- Polo
Officer’s evening:
Depending on the itinerary and the program of your cruise, an Officer’s Evening with a white dress code may be organized. Therefore, we encourage you to bring a stylish white outfit for the occasion (otherwise black and white).
Gala evening:
During the cruise, two gala evenings will be organised on board. Thus, we recommend that you bring one or two formal outfits.
For women:
- Cocktail attire
- Evening dress (if you wish to)
For men:
- Dark suit
- Tie recommended, possibly bow tie (if you wish to)
SHOP:
A small shop is available on board offering a wide range of outfits, jewellery, leather goods and many accessories.
A laundry service (washing/ironing) is available on board, but unfortunately there are no dry cleaning services. For safety reasons, your cabin is not equipped with an iron.
Advice
INSULATED BASE LAYER:
- Wool or thermolactyl technical underwear
- Polar sweater or sweatshirt
- Winter suit
- Warm hiking socks
WATERPROOF OUTER LAYER:
- Waterproof over-trousers - Mandatory
- Ski Jacket - Mandatory
- A warm woollen hat covering your ears
- Polar or woollen neck warmer
- Gloves
HEALTH CARE:
- Sunscreen
- Lip protection balm
- Medications and prescriptions
OUTFITS ON BOARD:
- Casual outfits for the day
- Smarter outfits for dinners
- Elegant outfits for gala evenings
- White or black and white outfit
ACCESSORIES:
- Highly protective sunglasses
- Binoculars
- Small waterproof backpack
- Swimsuit (for the spa on board)
- Gym wear (fitness)
- Battery charger and memory cards for your camera
- Mobile phone charger
PONANT activities
Highlights
- UNESCO World Heritage sites: Bryggen, former Hanseatic port of Bergen (embarkation port), the Geiranger Fjord.
- Possibility of a walk at the foot of the most beautiful glaciers in Europe, the Briksdal, from Olden.
- Sail into universally known and recognised West Norwegian Fjords to the ice floe landscapes of Spitsbergen.
- Cross the Arctic Circle.
- Landscape: fjords, vertiginous cliffs, ice floes, jagged mountains, icebergs, ice caps, steep-sided valleys, sheer cliffs, huge glaciers.
- Wildlife: Minkewale, polar bears, Arctic foxes, Svalbard reindeer, Arctic terns, seals, walruses.
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21 May 2022 Bergen
Embarkation 21/5/2022 from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Departure 21/5/2022 at 6:30 pm
Located at the end of Byfjord, Bergen was the capital of Norway in the 12th and 13th Centuries and has preserved some very beautiful monuments from the time when it was home to royalty. Wandering through Bergen’s streets means going back in time, in search of the hidden treasures that have been listed as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. A veritable openair museum, Bergen is home to a thriving artistic community of painters, potters, jewellers. The Bergen cable car offers you a splendid panorama over the port and the surrounding fjords. Do not miss the visit to the old quarter with its narrow streets, a testimony of the power of the hanseatic League that controlled trade in Northern Europe at the end of the Middle Ages.
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Arrival 22/5/2022 midday
Departure 22/5/2022 late afternoon
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Arrival 23/5/2022 mid morning
Departure 23/5/2022 late morning
Hellesylt is a small village located 20 kilometres from the Geiranger site. Here, you’ll get a taste of a traditional Norwegian village. Colourful houses, wooden walkways, rustic stalls where you can have a refreshment before heading off to discover more of the local colour. The surroundings are simply magnificent with cliffs, mountains and lakes with peaceful waters. The village is crossed by a river whose charming cascade tumbles into the fjord waters.
1 possible excursion
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23 May 2022 Geiranger
Arrival 23/5/2022 midday
Departure 23/5/2022 early evening
A must-see stopover in Norway, located halfway between Bergen and Trondheim, Geiranger offers the stunning beauty of a natural decor, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The splendour of the sheer cliffs, dark rock and crystalline water are the stars of the show here. The sides of the fjord offer many possibilities for hiking: the Eagle’s Road takes you up to a steep stretch offering a gorgeous panoramic view. A visit to Geiranger village will immerse you in the rhythm of life in the little local community.
2 possible excursions
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24 May 2022 At sea
Arrival 24/5/2022
Departure 24/5/2022
During your day at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness centre. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This day without a port of call will also be an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on board, to do some shopping in the boutique or to meet the PONANT photographers in their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship’s upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest and entertainment.
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Arrival 25/5/2022 early afternoon
Departure 25/5/2022 evening
Way beyond the Arctic Circle, Lofoten Islands are truly considered to be in “another world”. A jewel of nature in its most pristine state, this archipelago with its jagged coastline offers you majestic settings of high alpine summits, sandy beaches, green prairies and fjords of a deep blue, where countless bird colonies make their nests. Whether you visit Å, or Nusjford, listed by UNESCO, enjoy authentic and memorable moments.
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26 May 2022 Sailing in Trollfjorden
Arrival 26/5/2022
Departure 26/5/2022
According to legend, trolls were the guardians of this 2-km long fjord accessible via the Raftsund Strait, between the Vesterålen Archipelago and the Lofoten Islands. Dominated on both sides by vertical rock faces that stand up to 1,000 metres high in parts, Trollfjorden welcomes you in a magical atmosphere which its narrowness helps to create. During this unforgettable journey, you will indeed have the impression that you’re grazing the surrounding mountains and that you’ll never see the end of this marine cul-de-sac. After a delicate U-turn, your ship will finally head back in the opposite direction: this will perhaps be the opportunity to observe, for want of trolls, seals and eagles, which are often present in this site, unique on earth.
27 May 2022 Tromso
Arrival 27/5/2022 early morning
Departure 27/5/2022 midday
In the north of the Arctic circle you’ll discover Tromsø, a secluded town located in the county of Troms. Norwegians call it the “Paris of the north”. You’ll soon see why when you discover its extensive neoclassical architectural heritage. A stunning example is the Arctic cathedral, a major monument whose stylistic purity echoes the outline of the mountains surrounding the town.
2 possible excursions
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28 May 2022 Sailing by Bjornoya (Bear Island)
Arrival 28/5/2022
Departure 28/5/2022
Halfway between Norway and Spitsbergen, you will sail not far from the coastlines of Bjørnøya, the southernmost island of Svalbard. From your ship, observe this isolated piece of land discovered in 1596 by the Dutch navigator Willem Barents, then looking for the Northwest Passage. Following a tough fight between a polar bear and the members of the expedition, he dubbed the place Bear Island. Regularly covered by a thick layer of fog, Bjørnøya shelters a meteorological station built in 1923, which is still in operation. Declared a nature reserve in 2002, the island is above all home to an enormous colony of sea birds: skuas, guillemots, puffins, Tridactyl gulls, petrels, gulls and little auks all coexist here.
29 May 2022 At sea
Arrival 29/5/2022
Departure 29/5/2022
During your day at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness centre. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This day without a port of call will also be an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on board, to do some shopping in the boutique or to meet the PONANT photographers in their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship’s upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest and entertainment.
30 May 2022 Hornsund
Arrival 30/5/2022 early morning
Departure 30/5/2022 late afternoon
Nestling between millennial glaciers and carved mountains, and considered to be “the crown of Arctic Norway”, Spitsbergen is a place that never sees the night. Your ship will take you closer to this fascinating archipelago and, more particularly, the Hornsund fjord. Considered to be Svalbard’s southernmost fjord, it is especially reputed to be its most stunning: at the end of its vast bay, 8 great glaciers slowly make their way down to the sea before giving way to the many icebergs elegantly drifting along its cold and mysterious waters.
31 May 2022 Bellsund, Spitsbergen
Arrival 31/5/2022 early morning
Departure 31/5/2022 late afternoon
You will head to the Bellsund fjord to follow in the footsteps of the first explorers who came from the Norwegian coast, or those of the many fur traders seeking game and trophies. Boasting an astonishingly rich wildlife, the arms of the fjord separate to form two lush valleys. Give free rein to your imagination in the heart of this majestic natural environment where time seems to stand still.
1 June 2022 Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen
Arrival 1/6/2022 early morning
Disembarkation 1/6/2022 at 7:00 am
Longyearbyen is the capital of the Norwegian Svalbard archipelago, located on Svalbard’s main island, and is the northernmost territorial capital on the planet. With winter temperatures dropping to below 40°C, the landscapes of this mining town are simply breathtaking. The glaciers, the mountains stretching as far as the eye can see and the untouched nature, make you feel like you’re in completely unexplored territory.
From fjord to sky
4 h 00
From the pier, drive along the winding road along the fjord to the neighbouring village of Loen. Thereafter, continue into the Lodalen Valley to the far end at Kjenndalen. From here, take a short stroll up to a view point of the Kjenndalen glacier in the distance - an arm of the mighty Jostedalsbreen glacier - the largest glacier on mainland-Europe.
Walk back to the bus and drive back towards Loen. Leaving the buses, board the new cable car (inaugurated 2017) taking you up to mount Hoven, 1011 metres above the sea – around 200 metres above the tree line in this part of Norway.
Enjoy a coffee-break and spectacular views of the fjord and villages below as well as the surrounding mountain scenery. During your stay at Hoven, you have the possibility to enjoy a short walk to soak up the scenery around you.
After some time at leisure, return by cable car to Loen where your bus will be waiting for you to bring you back to the pier in Olden.
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€€€: the excursion price is between €100 and €150.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
Briksdal Glacier
4 h 00
Briksdal glacier is a part of the Jostedal glacier ice field, which is the largest glacier on the European mainland. The wild glacier is a fantastic work of Nature. Its slope plunges from a height of 3,937 feet (1,200 m) down to the lush, narrow Briksdal Valley. Briksdalsbreen Glacier lies at the end of enchanting Oldedalen valley.
Board your motor coach and start the tour. The trip through Oldedalen valley to Briksdal glacier is an amazing symphony of scenic splendours. From wild flowers to awe-inspiring mountains that are reflected in crystal clear lake waters, to great waterfalls that cascade from vertical mountainsides.
Your motor coach will stop at the mountain lodge, and from the lodge it is about 1.8 mile (3 km), a 45-minute walk on a gravel road up to the glacier. During your walk, enjoy the view onto the gigantic glacier.
If you don't want to walk that far, another option is to be driven by cars (7 seats in each) from the lodge, up to a parking lot which is a 10-minute walk from the glacier. Please note that you pay directly on the site for the transfer by vehicle. We will not be able to pre-book this service and unfortunately during the high season, vehicles are not always running.
Using the same way to get back to the lodge, you will have some more opportunities to take pictures walking down the path. At the lodge, enjoy a snack including tea, coffee and pastries, and some time at leisure in the well-stocked souvenir shop which will make your trip to Briksdal memorable.
- This moderate excursion involves 1 ½ hour of walking (3,1 miles) on uneven and sometimes slippery terrain and gravel paths. We recommend you to wear comfortable good walking shoes, sunhat and sunglasses, a warm jacket and a waterproof layer.
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€€: the excursion price is between €50 and €100.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
From Hellesylt to Geiranger
7 h 00
From the pier, leave Hellesylt by coach on a journey of discovery through the countryside in the west of Norway, a land of majestic mountains and emerald green lakes.
Your first stop is at Hornindalsvatnet, one of the deepest lakes in Europe at 1,695 feet (514 m) deep. You will then continue your route along the River Stryn, an excellent spot for salmon fishing, to Nordfjord and the village of Stryn, where you will be at leisure to stretch your legs and stroll around the streets. You will then drive along the shores of Lake Stryn, the emerald-green colour of which is so typical of the area, due to the melting Jostedalen glacier that you will see further on. A photo-stop at the summer ski resort of Tystigen will give you an opportunity to capture this stunning panorama on film.
After lunch, you will head for Mount Dalsnibba, climbing up through a beautiful landscape of mountains, waterfalls and lakes that follow one after the other, before arriving at Lake Djupvaten. A fantastic spectacle awaits as you enter a world of naked rock, ice and snow.
Your route continues on up Mount Dalsnibba to a height of 4,930 feet (1,495 m) from where you will have an exceptional view (weather permitting). At this altitude, all the snow-capped peaks cast light on a scene that appears inaccessible.
- For this excursion, we advise you wear comfortable shoes and protect yourself from the sun and rain.
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€€€: the excursion price is between €100 and €150.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
Mount Dalsnibba
3 h 15
From the pier, board your motor coach and go admire the beautiful scenery over your ship, all the way to Mount Dalsnibba.
As you reach the Djupvaten Lake at 3,280 feet (1,000 m) high, the landscape changes. From many vantage points you can see snow-covered mountains even in summer, glaciers and lakes.
Then you will proceed to mount Dalsnibba, 4,843 feet (1,495 m). From the top of the mount, enjoy a bird's-eye view of the scenery. Usually, the wind at the summit blows strongly. Mount Dalsnibba is located above the town of Geiranger, 4.5 miles (7 km) away from Geirangerfjord. It offers very good look-out opportunities.
On your way back, a stop is planned at Djupvasshytta Lodge. Here, you can stroll around the lake before enjoying a cup of tea and Norwegian pastries served at the Lodge.
You will also stop at Flydal, which offers once again a beautiful look-out point over your ship.
When your ship departs for her next port of call, do not hesitate to have a last look up, to Mount Dalsnibba.
- For this excursion, we recommend you to wear comfortable shoes. The order of the visits may change.
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€€: the excursion price is between €50 and €100.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
Geirangerfjord by RIB boat
1 h 15
This excursion starts at the pier where you will be picked up and escorted to the RIB boat (a rigid-hulled inflatable buoyancy).
Your guide will give you winter equipment, both water and wind proof. Following a short introduction and briefing, you will sit astride a comfortable seat allowing everyone to enjoy the views. You will then start your exploration of Geirangerfjord.
While the RIB boat increases its speed, you will feel the sensation of freedom and excitement as the wind blows in your face. But the boat ride is not only about the speed. The driver will slow down below the small mountain farms along the fjord and give a short explanation. You will also see both the Seven Sisters Waterfalls and the Bridal Vail Waterfall at really close range which is an experience you will not easily forget.
After your 45-minutes trip, you will get back to the pier and walk back to your ship.
- Participants must wear warm-thermal clothes and flat sneaker shoes. Both water- and wind-proof winter equipment and eye-glasses will be provided. This tour can be cancelled on short notice by the RIB guide if the weather turns bad, but generally the tour can operate in all weather conditions expect for heavy rain and fog. This tour is not suitable for passengers with back problems or with limited physical abilities. This is a high activity tour that at times can be strenuous and the RIB boat can reach high speeds. Landscapes can still be snow-covered during the early season. This tour is limited to 12 participants.
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€€: the excursion price is between €50 and €100.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
Leknes by RIB boat
1 h 30
This excursion starts at the pier where you will be picked up and escorted to the RIB boat (a rigid-hulled inflatable buoyancy).
Your guide will give you winter equipment, both water and wind proof. Following a short introduction and briefing, you will sit astride a comfortable seat allowing everyone to enjoy the views. You will then start your exploration of the tranquil beauty of the Lofoten Islands in search of sea eagles.
As you set off with your experienced helmsman, you will whisk across the sparkling waters, to vertical cliffs rising from the water. You will pass the red fishing huts that line the water of small villages such as Ballstad, Mortsund, Steine and Ure. Then, you will enjoy a photo stop on the water, to observe sea eagles. Possessing a wing span of more than six feet (1.80 m), these birds of prey are an impressive sight. Fish will be used to attract them, to give you the chance to see one.
Afterwards you will return to the pier.
- Participants must wear warm-thermal clothes and flat sneaker shoes. Both water- and wind-proof winter equipment and eye-glasses will be provided. This tour can be cancelled on short notice by the RIB guide if the weather turns bad, but generally the tour can operate in all weather conditions expect for heavy rain and fog. This tour is not suitable for passengers with back problems or with limited physical abilities. This is a high activity tour that at times can be strenuous and the RIB boat can reach high speeds. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. This tour is limited to 12 participants.
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€€€€: the excursion price is more than €150.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
Lofoten on horseback
3 h 30
Saddle up for a leisurely horseback ride through the beautiful landscape of northern Norway. Situated in the middle of the Lofoten archipelago, the island of Gimsoya is a stunning mix of mountains, jagged peaks, towering cliffs and white-sand beaches.
From the pier, embark your coach for a 45-minutes drive to a rural horse farm surrounded by white-sand beaches that dominate the island's west coast. Upon arrival, meet your instructor for a safety briefing and information on the trail itself. You will get an helmet and meet your steed before heading out.
During your one-hour and a half horseback adventure you will experience the beauty of the Lofoten, enjoying the horse contact and its natural heat. During your ride, you will pass several historical monuments from ancient times, including a pagan temple, Viking-era graves and the residence of a Viking chieftain from more than 1,000 years ago. This residence is believed to have been the home of Tore Hjort, a Norwegian chieftain from Vågen in Hålogaland who was killed by the famous King Olav Tyrggvason in the late 10th century.
At the conclusion of the trail ride, you will return to the stable, and depart for your ship.
- All participants will be asked to sign a waiver. Helmets are provided and must be worn. During winter season, you must wear warm-thermal, water- and wind-proof clothes and flat shoes with rubber soles or boots. Ground can be dirty or muddy that is why we recommend you wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Purses and other large or baggy items cannot be carried on the horse as they may restrict your ability to ride. Small cameras are fine to bring as long as they are not hung around your neck. Please ask your guide about the best way to carry your belongings. The trail ride will have one instructor for every four guests for a maximum participation of 14 passengers. This tour is conducted in English only. Children must be at least 12 years old and accompanied by an adult. Participants must weigh less than 110 kgs (243 lbs). Beginners are welcomed. This tour is not suitable for passengers with back problems or with limited physical abilities. This is a high activity tour that at times can be strenuous. Landscapes can be snow-covered during winter season, the lush green becoming totally white.
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€€€€: the excursion price is more than €150.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
Hiking tour on Vestvagoy
4 h 30
The Lofoten islands offer some of the most spectacular scenery in all of Norway, and boast some of the richest fishing waters in the world. Leknes is located in Vestvågøy, the second largest island of the Lofoten.
Your hiking tour will start with a 30-minute coach drive to Vendalsfjord. From that point, the first part of the hike will be along a comfortable road with an easy incline until you reach the altitude of 220 metres (650 feet) above sea level. From here, you will have a panoramic view over the western and northern parts of Vestvågøy, the Gimsøy Island and the ocean to the north-west. On very clear days you can also see as far as mainland Norway.
From this highest point on the hiking tour, you will follow a path to Tjønndalen passing some small abandoned farms en route. Continue through Tjønndalen Valley along the road arriving at the Brustranda camping. There will be free time to buy refreshments and use the sanitary facilities.
A one-hour coach transfer will take you back to the pier and your ship.
- This excursion includes around 8 km (5 miles) of walking and some steep inclines. Participants must wear warm-thermal, water- and wind-proof clothes in wintertime and comfortable walking shoes. Depending on the temperatures and amount of snow that falls, the ground may be slippery. Landscapes can be snow-covered during winter season, the lush green becoming totally white. Bring along bottled water.
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€€: the excursion price is between €50 and €100.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
Henningsvaer & fishing village
4 h 30
From the pier, board your coach and proceed to Henningsvær. You will discover the everyday life of one of the most picturesque fishing villages in the Lofoten Islands, with its backdrop of mountain peaks. Until 1962, when Lofoten fisheries were at their peak, more than 6,000 fishermen used this as their base from January to April. Because of the unique light and beauty of the surrounding nature, artists find inspiration with these islands.
Continue your visit with the Lofotens House Gallery, which have North Norway’s largest collection of paintings from around the turn of the last century, a period considered as the Golden age of North Norwegian art. Here you will find the works of well-known Norwegian artists, like Otto Sinding, Gunnar Bergen, Thorolf Holmbo, etc.
Then, proceed to Borg, and explore the Lofotr Viking Museum at Borg, the site of the ancient Viking farm that was discovered by a farmer plowing his land in the early 1980’s. You will even be able to visit the reconstructed Longhouse. It has been proven that the Lofoten Islands were a centre of power already at the time of the Vikings. You can get a very realistic impression of the living conditions in these bygone times.
- This tour involves a 0.3-mile (500 m) walk on uneven ground with steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes. This tour is not recommended for guests in wheelchairs or with difficulties walking.
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€€: the excursion price is between €50 and €100.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
Tromso & Mount Storsteinen
4 h 00
From the pier, start your tour with a drive through the city. Tromso escaped undamaged from World War II and thus is one of the few towns in northern Norway to have preserved its charming old wooden buildings.
Your first visit will be the Tromso Museum with natural history and ethnographic collections, including a section on the culture of the Sami. The Sami are an indigenous people who form an ethnic minority living in Norway, Sweden and Finland. A small part of the population also lives on Russia's Kola Peninsula. From about the sixteenth century, Sami have inhabited nearly all the areas of the Nordic countries, where they now have permanent settlements.
This northern Norway's largest and oldest museum also offers very comprehensive exhibition on traditional culture and an exquisite collection of ecclesiastical art, and a full-scale Viking long house. Around the museum, you will see several old 18th and 19th century buildings.
Then, proceed to the Arctic Cathedral by crossing the Tromso bridge linking island to mainland. This amazing building is one of the city's most iconic modern landmarks. Inspired by Norway's absorbing folklore and natural beauty, its simple interior lends prominence to a spectacular triangular stained-glass window that fills an entire wall. A rich mix of native cultures also affords a unique insight into the Arctic's indigenous traditions. Do not miss the stained-glass window depicting "The return of Christ".
Before leaving the city, take a ride with a cable car to Mount Storsteinen, where you will have a beautiful view of Tromso Island, the sea and the mountains. Your tour will end at the pier.
- For this excursion, we recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes, a wind and waterproof jacket and to take a warm pullover.
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€€€: the excursion price is between €100 and €150.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
Tromso, Arctic capital
3 h 30
Tromsø, the capital of the North is located on Troms, an island covered with forests. It is also called "the gateway to the Arctic", since it used to be the headquarter of seal and walrus hunters, and the starting point for several Arctic expeditions.
From the pier, board your coach for a tour of this charming city and proceed to the Science Centre of Northern Norway. Here, you will sit and lean back in the comfortable chairs of the planetarium to watch the beautiful film "Experience the Aurora". During the 25-minute show, you will learn everything about the illusive Northern Lights with most of the footage shot in the Tromsø region.
After the visit, depart to the Polar Museum. The museum is located in the old Custom House. It is closely linked with the Arctic Association which aims to preserve records from bygone times, when Tromsø was a major base for hunting and expeditions on a larger scale. The museum also shows a great part of the equipment, skis, tents etc. that the explorer Roald Amundsen used on his South Pole expedition.
Next, re-board your coach and drive to the Arctic Cathedral passing the famous Tromsø Bridge. The ultra-modern architecture of the cathedral symbolizes the immense strength of the ice pack in the Arctic Ocean. The interior is dominated by the beautiful stained glass-window covering the eastern wall, picturing "The Return of Christ". After the visit to the church, head back to the pier.
- This excursion includes some walking on flat ground, and some steps at the museum and the cathedral. We recommend you to wear comfortable walking shoes and to dress in layers.
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€€€: the excursion price is between €100 and €150.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
Le Boreal
Le Boréal, like its Sisterships L’Austral, Le Soléal and Le Lyrial, epitomises the unique feel and atmosphere of the ships of the PONANT fleet. Subtly combining luxury, intimacy and serene well-being, the ship has been designed to offer passengers both moments of conviviality and spaces conducive to peaceful tranquillity and a sense of escape and getting away from it all. Its exterior and interior lines testify to the ingeniousness and refinement with which the Sisterships have been designed.
Until 264 Guests
132 staterooms & suites
145 crew members
Spa
2 restaurants
Decks
Guest Speaker
Aboard your ship, English-speaking lecturer will enlighten you about the culture and history of your destination to deepen your knowledge of the origins of local traditions, the history of emblematic sites, the stories involving famous personalities and those of major historical significance. During on-board lectures or your shore visits, this expert will be there to share his precious knowledge with you throughout your PONANT cruise.
Shore excursions, Pre/Post & Overlands
Before your cruise
During the cruise
After your cruise
DISCOVER BERGEN
Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organizes your transfer between the airport and your port of embarkation.
Bergen
Meet at Bergen airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT.
You will be driven towards Bergen to enjoy lunch in a local restaurant.
Continue your day with a walking tour or Bryggen, a district composed of old Hanseatic merchant buildings which had been damaged in 1702, when a disastrous fire struck the area. After the fire, they were rebuilt to look as they had during the Middle Ages. The whole area is now protected and has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The guided tour will lead you up one of the narrow alleyways running between the rows of houses. Today, artists and craftsmen have moved in.
You will then be transferred to the pier to embark on your ship.
Your programme includes :
- Transfer, visits and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.
- Services of a local English-speaking guide.
- Lunch, including a beverage package.
Your programme does not include :
- Tips for the driver and local guide.
- Personal expenses
- Other services not mentioned in the programme.
Duration of the visits are given as a guide only. The order of the visits may be reversed. For the times of your PONANT flight, please contact your travel agent ; they are also shown on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
Total : AU$260
According to availability, price per passenger.
From fjord to sky
4 h 00
From the pier, drive along the winding road along the fjord to the neighbouring village of Loen. Thereafter, continue into the Lodalen Valley to the far end at Kjenndalen. From here, take a short stroll up to a view point of the Kjenndalen glacier in the distance - an arm of the mighty Jostedalsbreen glacier - the largest glacier on mainland-Europe.
Walk back to the bus and drive back towards Loen. Leaving the buses, board the new cable car (inaugurated 2017) taking you up to mount Hoven, 1011 metres above the sea – around 200 metres above the tree line in this part of Norway.
Enjoy a coffee-break and spectacular views of the fjord and villages below as well as the surrounding mountain scenery. During your stay at Hoven, you have the possibility to enjoy a short walk to soak up the scenery around you.
After some time at leisure, return by cable car to Loen where your bus will be waiting for you to bring you back to the pier in Olden.
- The tour will be run in nearly all weather conditions, even if there might not be a good view from the top station or/and it is raining. In case of strong wind or windfalls, the cable car might be closed on short notice. At Kjenndalen viewpoint guests who have difficulties of walking may stay in the bus or at the parking area. Walking distance is approximately 1.2km (0.7 mile) over uneven terrain to the viewpoint and back. Flat comfortable shoes and a warm jacket are recommended. Please note the order of the visits may be reversed.
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€€€: the excursion price is between €100 and €150.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
Briksdal Glacier
4 h 00
Briksdal glacier is a part of the Jostedal glacier ice field, which is the largest glacier on the European mainland. The wild glacier is a fantastic work of Nature. Its slope plunges from a height of 3,937 feet (1,200 m) down to the lush, narrow Briksdal Valley. Briksdalsbreen Glacier lies at the end of enchanting Oldedalen valley.
Board your motor coach and start the tour. The trip through Oldedalen valley to Briksdal glacier is an amazing symphony of scenic splendours. From wild flowers to awe-inspiring mountains that are reflected in crystal clear lake waters, to great waterfalls that cascade from vertical mountainsides.
Your motor coach will stop at the mountain lodge, and from the lodge it is about 1.8 mile (3 km), a 45-minute walk on a gravel road up to the glacier. During your walk, enjoy the view onto the gigantic glacier.
If you don't want to walk that far, another option is to be driven by cars (7 seats in each) from the lodge, up to a parking lot which is a 10-minute walk from the glacier. Please note that you pay directly on the site for the transfer by vehicle. We will not be able to pre-book this service and unfortunately during the high season, vehicles are not always running.
Using the same way to get back to the lodge, you will have some more opportunities to take pictures walking down the path. At the lodge, enjoy a snack including tea, coffee and pastries, and some time at leisure in the well-stocked souvenir shop which will make your trip to Briksdal memorable.
- This moderate excursion involves 1 ½ hour of walking (3,1 miles) on uneven and sometimes slippery terrain and gravel paths. We recommend you to wear comfortable good walking shoes, sunhat and sunglasses, a warm jacket and a waterproof layer.
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€€: the excursion price is between €50 and €100.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
Mount Dalsnibba
3 h 15
From the pier, board your motor coach and go admire the beautiful scenery over your ship, all the way to Mount Dalsnibba.
As you reach the Djupvaten Lake at 3,280 feet (1,000 m) high, the landscape changes. From many vantage points you can see snow-covered mountains even in summer, glaciers and lakes.
Then you will proceed to mount Dalsnibba, 4,843 feet (1,495 m). From the top of the mount, enjoy a bird's-eye view of the scenery. Usually, the wind at the summit blows strongly. Mount Dalsnibba is located above the town of Geiranger, 4.5 miles (7 km) away from Geirangerfjord. It offers very good look-out opportunities.
On your way back, a stop is planned at Djupvasshytta Lodge. Here, you can stroll around the lake before enjoying a cup of tea and Norwegian pastries served at the Lodge.
You will also stop at Flydal, which offers once again a beautiful look-out point over your ship.
When your ship departs for her next port of call, do not hesitate to have a last look up, to Mount Dalsnibba.
- For this excursion, we recommend you to wear comfortable shoes. The order of the visits may change.
Price range:
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€€: the excursion price is between €50 and €100.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
From Hellesylt to Geiranger
7 h 00
From the pier, leave Hellesylt by coach on a journey of discovery through the countryside in the west of Norway, a land of majestic mountains and emerald green lakes.
Your first stop is at Hornindalsvatnet, one of the deepest lakes in Europe at 1,695 feet (514 m) deep. You will then continue your route along the River Stryn, an excellent spot for salmon fishing, to Nordfjord and the village of Stryn, where you will be at leisure to stretch your legs and stroll around the streets. You will then drive along the shores of Lake Stryn, the emerald-green colour of which is so typical of the area, due to the melting Jostedalen glacier that you will see further on. A photo-stop at the summer ski resort of Tystigen will give you an opportunity to capture this stunning panorama on film.
After lunch, you will head for Mount Dalsnibba, climbing up through a beautiful landscape of mountains, waterfalls and lakes that follow one after the other, before arriving at Lake Djupvaten. A fantastic spectacle awaits as you enter a world of naked rock, ice and snow.
Your route continues on up Mount Dalsnibba to a height of 4,930 feet (1,495 m) from where you will have an exceptional view (weather permitting). At this altitude, all the snow-capped peaks cast light on a scene that appears inaccessible.
- For this excursion, we advise you wear comfortable shoes and protect yourself from the sun and rain.
Price range:
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€€€: the excursion price is between €100 and €150.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
Geirangerfjord by RIB boat
1 h 15
This excursion starts at the pier where you will be picked up and escorted to the RIB boat (a rigid-hulled inflatable buoyancy).
Your guide will give you winter equipment, both water and wind proof. Following a short introduction and briefing, you will sit astride a comfortable seat allowing everyone to enjoy the views. You will then start your exploration of Geirangerfjord.
While the RIB boat increases its speed, you will feel the sensation of freedom and excitement as the wind blows in your face. But the boat ride is not only about the speed. The driver will slow down below the small mountain farms along the fjord and give a short explanation. You will also see both the Seven Sisters Waterfalls and the Bridal Vail Waterfall at really close range which is an experience you will not easily forget.
After your 45-minutes trip, you will get back to the pier and walk back to your ship.
- Participants must wear warm-thermal clothes and flat sneaker shoes. Both water- and wind-proof winter equipment and eye-glasses will be provided. This tour can be cancelled on short notice by the RIB guide if the weather turns bad, but generally the tour can operate in all weather conditions expect for heavy rain and fog. This tour is not suitable for passengers with back problems or with limited physical abilities. This is a high activity tour that at times can be strenuous and the RIB boat can reach high speeds. Landscapes can still be snow-covered during the early season. This tour is limited to 12 participants.
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€€: the excursion price is between €50 and €100.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
Leknes by RIB boat
1 h 30
This excursion starts at the pier where you will be picked up and escorted to the RIB boat (a rigid-hulled inflatable buoyancy).
Your guide will give you winter equipment, both water and wind proof. Following a short introduction and briefing, you will sit astride a comfortable seat allowing everyone to enjoy the views. You will then start your exploration of the tranquil beauty of the Lofoten Islands in search of sea eagles.
As you set off with your experienced helmsman, you will whisk across the sparkling waters, to vertical cliffs rising from the water. You will pass the red fishing huts that line the water of small villages such as Ballstad, Mortsund, Steine and Ure. Then, you will enjoy a photo stop on the water, to observe sea eagles. Possessing a wing span of more than six feet (1.80 m), these birds of prey are an impressive sight. Fish will be used to attract them, to give you the chance to see one.
Afterwards you will return to the pier.
- Participants must wear warm-thermal clothes and flat sneaker shoes. Both water- and wind-proof winter equipment and eye-glasses will be provided. This tour can be cancelled on short notice by the RIB guide if the weather turns bad, but generally the tour can operate in all weather conditions expect for heavy rain and fog. This tour is not suitable for passengers with back problems or with limited physical abilities. This is a high activity tour that at times can be strenuous and the RIB boat can reach high speeds. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. This tour is limited to 12 participants.
Price range:
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€€€€: the excursion price is more than €150.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
Lofoten on horseback
3 h 30
Saddle up for a leisurely horseback ride through the beautiful landscape of northern Norway. Situated in the middle of the Lofoten archipelago, the island of Gimsoya is a stunning mix of mountains, jagged peaks, towering cliffs and white-sand beaches.
From the pier, embark your coach for a 45-minutes drive to a rural horse farm surrounded by white-sand beaches that dominate the island's west coast. Upon arrival, meet your instructor for a safety briefing and information on the trail itself. You will get an helmet and meet your steed before heading out.
During your one-hour and a half horseback adventure you will experience the beauty of the Lofoten, enjoying the horse contact and its natural heat. During your ride, you will pass several historical monuments from ancient times, including a pagan temple, Viking-era graves and the residence of a Viking chieftain from more than 1,000 years ago. This residence is believed to have been the home of Tore Hjort, a Norwegian chieftain from Vågen in Hålogaland who was killed by the famous King Olav Tyrggvason in the late 10th century.
At the conclusion of the trail ride, you will return to the stable, and depart for your ship.
- All participants will be asked to sign a waiver. Helmets are provided and must be worn. During winter season, you must wear warm-thermal, water- and wind-proof clothes and flat shoes with rubber soles or boots. Ground can be dirty or muddy that is why we recommend you wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Purses and other large or baggy items cannot be carried on the horse as they may restrict your ability to ride. Small cameras are fine to bring as long as they are not hung around your neck. Please ask your guide about the best way to carry your belongings. The trail ride will have one instructor for every four guests for a maximum participation of 14 passengers. This tour is conducted in English only. Children must be at least 12 years old and accompanied by an adult. Participants must weigh less than 110 kgs (243 lbs). Beginners are welcomed. This tour is not suitable for passengers with back problems or with limited physical abilities. This is a high activity tour that at times can be strenuous. Landscapes can be snow-covered during winter season, the lush green becoming totally white.
Price range:
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€€€€: the excursion price is more than €150.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
Hiking tour on Vestvagoy
4 h 30
The Lofoten islands offer some of the most spectacular scenery in all of Norway, and boast some of the richest fishing waters in the world. Leknes is located in Vestvågøy, the second largest island of the Lofoten.
Your hiking tour will start with a 30-minute coach drive to Vendalsfjord. From that point, the first part of the hike will be along a comfortable road with an easy incline until you reach the altitude of 220 metres (650 feet) above sea level. From here, you will have a panoramic view over the western and northern parts of Vestvågøy, the Gimsøy Island and the ocean to the north-west. On very clear days you can also see as far as mainland Norway.
From this highest point on the hiking tour, you will follow a path to Tjønndalen passing some small abandoned farms en route. Continue through Tjønndalen Valley along the road arriving at the Brustranda camping. There will be free time to buy refreshments and use the sanitary facilities.
A one-hour coach transfer will take you back to the pier and your ship.
- This excursion includes around 8 km (5 miles) of walking and some steep inclines. Participants must wear warm-thermal, water- and wind-proof clothes in wintertime and comfortable walking shoes. Depending on the temperatures and amount of snow that falls, the ground may be slippery. Landscapes can be snow-covered during winter season, the lush green becoming totally white. Bring along bottled water.
Price range:
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€€: the excursion price is between €50 and €100.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
Henningsvaer & fishing village
4 h 30
From the pier, board your coach and proceed to Henningsvær. You will discover the everyday life of one of the most picturesque fishing villages in the Lofoten Islands, with its backdrop of mountain peaks. Until 1962, when Lofoten fisheries were at their peak, more than 6,000 fishermen used this as their base from January to April. Because of the unique light and beauty of the surrounding nature, artists find inspiration with these islands.
Continue your visit with the Lofotens House Gallery, which have North Norway’s largest collection of paintings from around the turn of the last century, a period considered as the Golden age of North Norwegian art. Here you will find the works of well-known Norwegian artists, like Otto Sinding, Gunnar Bergen, Thorolf Holmbo, etc.
Then, proceed to Borg, and explore the Lofotr Viking Museum at Borg, the site of the ancient Viking farm that was discovered by a farmer plowing his land in the early 1980’s. You will even be able to visit the reconstructed Longhouse. It has been proven that the Lofoten Islands were a centre of power already at the time of the Vikings. You can get a very realistic impression of the living conditions in these bygone times.
- This tour involves a 0.3-mile (500 m) walk on uneven ground with steps. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes. This tour is not recommended for guests in wheelchairs or with difficulties walking.
Price range:
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€€: the excursion price is between €50 and €100.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
Tromso & Mount Storsteinen
4 h 00
From the pier, start your tour with a drive through the city. Tromso escaped undamaged from World War II and thus is one of the few towns in northern Norway to have preserved its charming old wooden buildings.
Your first visit will be the Tromso Museum with natural history and ethnographic collections, including a section on the culture of the Sami. The Sami are an indigenous people who form an ethnic minority living in Norway, Sweden and Finland. A small part of the population also lives on Russia's Kola Peninsula. From about the sixteenth century, Sami have inhabited nearly all the areas of the Nordic countries, where they now have permanent settlements.
This northern Norway's largest and oldest museum also offers very comprehensive exhibition on traditional culture and an exquisite collection of ecclesiastical art, and a full-scale Viking long house. Around the museum, you will see several old 18th and 19th century buildings.
Then, proceed to the Arctic Cathedral by crossing the Tromso bridge linking island to mainland. This amazing building is one of the city's most iconic modern landmarks. Inspired by Norway's absorbing folklore and natural beauty, its simple interior lends prominence to a spectacular triangular stained-glass window that fills an entire wall. A rich mix of native cultures also affords a unique insight into the Arctic's indigenous traditions. Do not miss the stained-glass window depicting "The return of Christ".
Before leaving the city, take a ride with a cable car to Mount Storsteinen, where you will have a beautiful view of Tromso Island, the sea and the mountains. Your tour will end at the pier.
- For this excursion, we recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes, a wind and waterproof jacket and to take a warm pullover.
Price range:
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€€€: the excursion price is between €100 and €150.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
Tromso, Arctic capital
3 h 30
Tromsø, the capital of the North is located on Troms, an island covered with forests. It is also called "the gateway to the Arctic", since it used to be the headquarter of seal and walrus hunters, and the starting point for several Arctic expeditions.
From the pier, board your coach for a tour of this charming city and proceed to the Science Centre of Northern Norway. Here, you will sit and lean back in the comfortable chairs of the planetarium to watch the beautiful film "Experience the Aurora". During the 25-minute show, you will learn everything about the illusive Northern Lights with most of the footage shot in the Tromsø region.
After the visit, depart to the Polar Museum. The museum is located in the old Custom House. It is closely linked with the Arctic Association which aims to preserve records from bygone times, when Tromsø was a major base for hunting and expeditions on a larger scale. The museum also shows a great part of the equipment, skis, tents etc. that the explorer Roald Amundsen used on his South Pole expedition.
Next, re-board your coach and drive to the Arctic Cathedral passing the famous Tromsø Bridge. The ultra-modern architecture of the cathedral symbolizes the immense strength of the ice pack in the Arctic Ocean. The interior is dominated by the beautiful stained glass-window covering the eastern wall, picturing "The Return of Christ". After the visit to the church, head back to the pier.
- This excursion includes some walking on flat ground, and some steps at the museum and the cathedral. We recommend you to wear comfortable walking shoes and to dress in layers.
Price range:
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€€€: the excursion price is between €100 and €150.
The price of the excursion will be available approximately two months prior to the cruise departure.
The complete programme of excursions, including up-to-date prices, will be provided with the Travel book that you will receive before the departure of your cruise.
PONANT also allows you to pre-book your excursions approximately two months prior to the cruise* departure. Billing is done on board.
*Excluding Expedition cruises.
According to availability, price per passenger.
COMFORT PACKAGE: TRANSFER AIRPORT/HOTEL + NIGHT IN PARIS CDG AIRPORT
(1 nuit)
For your serenity, PONANT organises your transfer and select for you an ideally located hotel.
Day 1 - Disembarkation Day
After landing of your flight selected by PONANT in Paris, meet and greet at the airport and transfer to the Pullman Roissy CDG hotel.
Check-in in your room.
Evening and dinner at leisure.
Day 2 – Roissy CDG
Breakfast on your own followed by check-out.
Your hotel:
The Pullman Roissy CDG hotel is a four stars property located in Roissy. Located at 2 minutes walking from Roissypole, RER and CDGVal station, you will easily be able to join it.
This programme includes:
- Transfer mentionned in the programme.
- 1-night accomodation in Classic Room at the Pullman Roissy CDG 4*.
- A soft welcome drink, upon arrival at the hotel.
This programme does not include:
- Dinner of day 1.
- Breakfast of day 2.
- Tips and gratuities.
- All personal expenses (meals and drinks, sightseeing, etc.)
- Early check-in, late check-out and other services not mentioned in the programme.
Please note:
- Official hotel check-in time is 4:00 p.m
- Official hotel check-out time is 12:00 p.m
- Late check-out might be available depending on availability and on a supplement basis.
Total : AU$170
According to availability, price per passenger.