DAY 1 - Depart for Norway
Depart for Oslo, Norway

DAY 2 - Arrive in Oslo
Arrive in Oslo, Norway's 1000-year-old capital city; transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Your tour begins with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by dinner. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM
Overnight: Oslo
Meals: Dinner

DAY 3 - Oslo City Tour
This morning, take a city tour of Oslo. Start with a visit to the modern City Hall.* Then, pass the National Theater, the 19th century Royal Palace and proceed to the main square to view the cathedral. Next, visit the Vigeland Sculpture Park, designed by Gustav Vigeland. The park contains over 200 sculptures with more than 600 figures. Its most popular attraction is the monolith column, measuring 46 feet high with 121 human figure reliefs. In the afternoon, perhaps join a local guide for the optional Treasures of Oslo tour. Admire the highlights of Norway's great seafaring tradition as you view ornamented Antarctic expedition ships, the best preserved in existence, followed by a visit to the Kon-Tiki Museum*In the event that Oslo City Hall is closed due to local events, the Oslo Opera House or Oslo Cathedral will be visited instead.
Optional: Treasures of Oslo (PM)
Overnight: Oslo
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4 - Stave Church, Flam Railway
In the morning, visit a traditional Norwegian stave church dating back to the Middle Ages, still surprisingly intact. When gigantic stone cathedrals were being built in other countries in Europe, Norway developed a technique for building in wood, accented by hand-carved art. Afterwards, board the world-famous Flam Railway, named one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world, that takes you into Norway's high glacial regions. Along the way, view lush pastures, waterfalls and snow-clad peaks, all nestled together in the surrounding mountainside. The train ascends to 3,000 feet within 12 miles for astonishing views. Arrive at your hotel in time for dinner
Overnight: Voss
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 5 - Travel to Bergen, Farm Visit, Grieg's Troldhaugen, Evening Embarkation
Your stop this morning is at a typical Norwegian farm. Join a local family at their farmhouse as they host you for lunch and tell you about its history before proceeding to Bergen, the unofficial capital of western Norway and gateway to the fjords. This old trading port, surrounded by seven imposing mountains, has maintained its bustling harbor since the 11th century. Then, on to Troldhaugen for a visit to the inspirational home of Edvard Grieg, Norway's most famous composer, majestically overlooking the fjords. The guided walk continues to Bryggen, the wooden Hanseatic pier and adjacent quarters dating back to the Middle Ages, with its UNESCO-listed buildings. Time to tour the lively fish market and the surrounding narrow alleyways before transferring to Bergen's port to embark on your coastal cruise. Immerse yourself in the unique Norwegian sailing experience. As you journey through the fjords, you will call on many remote small ports that larger ships are unable to reach. Your Tour Manager will lead the group on optional port walks wherever the ship's schedule will allow. Tonight, dinner together sets the mood for the voyage through Norway's most spectacular waterways
Overnight: Coastal Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 6 - Enchanting Alesund
Today, the ship arrives in picturesque Ålesund, an enchanting town renowned for its Art Nouveau architecture, surrounding fjords and the high peaks of the Sunnmore Alps. Spend some free time to explore Alesund independently**Exact time in port will vary per sailing. Please see port schedule listed in Additional Information for more details.
Overnight: Coastal Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 7 - Royal Trondheim
Dock today in Trondheim, Norway's oldest city and original capital, with its colorful history reflected in its architecture. The city, known as the historic, religious, and technological capital of Norway is dominated by its University of Science and Technology. Free time to explore the town independently. Perhaps view the towering Nidaros Cathedral, built over the burial place of St. Olav, the country's patron saint and the Archbishop's Palace, one of the best preserved building complexes of its kind in Europe. Or take a stroll across the Old Town Bridge, with its ornamental red portals, a symbol of the city for over 300 years. The bridge connects the two banks of the river and the city center with Bakklandet, an exciting neighborhood with inviting restaurants and unique boutiques. You may choose to spend time at an outdoor café before returning to the ship
Overnight: Coastal Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 8 - Arctic Circle, Bodø, "Sea Eagle Capital", Svolvaer and Lofoten Islands
The ship crosses the Arctic Circle today, one of the journey's highlights. The Arctic Circle marks the southern extremity of the polar, 24-hour sunlight day, often referred to as the "Midnight Sun." The ship arrives in Bodø, situated on a peninsula on one of the most magnificent stretches of coastline in northern Norway. These dramatic islands support the world's densest concentration of white-tailed sea eagles, earning Bodø the title of "Sea Eagle Capital" of the world. The ship then continues on its voyage to Svolvaer, quaint capital of the glorious Lofoten Islands, known for its small fishing villages and Bohemian atmosphere, surrounded by huge granite cliffs and white sandy beaches. Spend free time to explore independently
Overnight: Coastal Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 9 - Tromsø, Gateway to the Arctic
At night, you pass through the magnificent Trollfjord and sail through the narrow Raftsund Strait where the rugged mountainous landscape juts up against the horizon. This afternoon, the ship docks in lively Tromsø, gateway to Arctic Norway. This town, beside the mighty Arctic Ocean, is known for its walrus and polar bear hunting, logging, coal mining and sealing and natural phenomena such as the Northern Lights. You may choose to visit independently the town's unique Arctic Cathedral, an architectural masterpiece inspired by the natural surroundings
Overnight: Coastal Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 10 - Honningsvåg, Northernmost Point of Europe
Arrive today in the pretty town of Honningsvåg, gateway to the spectacular North Cape with its subarctic landscape, the northernmost point of mainland Europe. Home to just a small population, Honningsvåg is primarily a fishing community, characterized by its brightly painted boats and rustic wooden buildings. Surrounded by breathtaking fjords and waterfalls, along with areas of dense forest, the town is bathed in the summertime light of the Midnight Sun. Tonight, enjoy your last dinner aboard the ship
Overnight: Coastal Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 11 - Disembarkation in Kirkenes, Flight to Oslo
The vistas and sea life become more dramatic as you approach Kirkenes today; just a short distance from the Russian border and the Sámi communities of northern Scandinavia. Disembark and transfer to the airport for your flight back to Oslo. Tonight, celebrate your last night in Norway and bid farewell to your Tour Manager
Overnight: Oslo
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 12 - Depart Norway
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast