NCV offers a 11-day program featuring a roundtrip sailing from Bodo on the newly renovated MS Lofoten. This unforgettable journey is filled with special experiences, including a visit to the ancient Alstahaug church and vicarage, the picturesque fishing village of Henningsvaer, and the Arctic Circle hamlet of Selsoyvik. The pure and unspoiled natural sights of this trip are even more extraordinary, and many are made accessible because of the small PolarCirkel boats on board. Early in the voyage, you will see a natural land formation known as the "Sand Mountain," before visiting the bird nesting island of Lovund, and the mighty currents of the Moskenesstraumen. Throughout your journey, you will be accompanied by a knowledgeable tour guide leading onboard activities and land excursions, from fishing trips to hiking tours. Those who enjoy city culture will have some time in the bustling capital of Oslo at the beginning and end of the trip.

DAY 1 Depart the U.S. (If you are based outside North America, contact us and we will subtract airfare from rates).
This evening, depart the U.S. on your transatlantic flight to Oslo.

DAY 2 Arrive in Oslo.
Morning arrival in Oslo. Transfer from the airport and check in at your hotel. Spend the rest of the day exploring this cosmopolitan capital.

DAY 3 Oslo-Bodo-Embarkation- B, D
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Bodo where you will board the MS Lofoten. Make your first landing by PolarCirkel boats on the Gildeskal Island, south of Bodo, and, weather permitting, explore the "Sand Mountain," a natural phenomenon of fascinating sand streams. Enjoy your first dinner on board. Through the night, your ship sails to Bronnoysund.

DAY 4 Bronnoysund-Torghatten-Alstahaug- Lovund- B, L, D
Morning arrival in Bronnoysund will give you plenty of time to explore this quaint coastal town. From here, you can partake in an optional shore excursion to Torghatten's famous mountain formation, or stay on the ship sailing further south enjoying views of this high hat-shaped island. Next, go ashore to the Alstahaug Island, home to a 12th century church and memorial stone dedicated to Petter Dass, a parson poet. Your next destination is Lovund, a distinctive island, famous for its fantastic bird cliff and home to many puffins. Here, you'll also have an excellent opportunity to go fishing.

DAY 5- Lovund-Traena-The Nordfjord-Selsoyvik-Svartisen- B L D
Today you'll enjoy views of the fantastic mountains of the Helgeland region, including Traenstaven and Donnamannen. Continue through the narrow Aldrasund Strait and, if conditions permit, take a short detour through the Nordfjord, where seals are a common sight. Next, cross the Arctic Circle and visit the fishing village of Selsoyvik. Early evening, continue north, passing the islands of Rodoylova and Bolga. Sail through the beautiful Holandfjord and drop anchor at the foot of Svartisen. Go ashore in the PolarCirkel boats, and spend some time exploring the Svartisen Glacier, the second largest in Norway. This evening, sail to Bodo.

DAY 6- Bodo-Vaeroy-Mosken-Reine- B, L, D
After a few hours in Bodo, head towards the magical Lofoten Islands with Vaeroy as your first port of call. This region is well known throughout the world among ornithologists; and there is plenty of opportunity to take a closer look at the bird life. Pass by the island of Mosken, in the middle of the Moskenesstraumen, one of the world's strongest ocean currents. Continue along the Lofoten Wall before arriving at picturesque Reine, which boasts old fishermen's cottages and stunning views of mountains and fjords.

DAY 7- Reine-Henningsvaer B L D
The Trollfjord-Stokmarknes. Depart in late morning, and travel along the Lofoten Wall to Henningsvaer, a scenic fishing village. Here, you'll have time to visit the art gallery featuring paintings by Karl Erik Harr, a famous contemporary Norwegian painter. Continue north through the narrow Trollfjord and the fantastic Raftsund Strait. Arrive in Stokmarknes, home to the Norwegian Coastal Voyage museum.

DAY 8- Andenes-The Trollfjord-Svolvaer- B L D
Late at night, sail from Stokmarknes towards the outer coast of Vesteralen. Early in the morning, arrive at the Eggakanten, the edge of the Norwegian Continental Shelf which drops off into the deep ocean. Whale watching is common here. Go ashore to a fishing village of Andenes, where you'll visit the whale museum. Sail through the beautiful Trollfjord towards Svolvaer, the capital of Lofoten, and explore its galleries and museums. In the evening, continue south to the Tjeldsund Strait, the Hamaroy Peninsula and the impressive mountains of Steigen.

DAY 9 Narvik-Skjomen-Hamaroy- B L D
During the night, sail towards Narvik and spend the day. Early evening, continue south possibly making a trip into the beautiful fjord of Skjomen. Here, you see the Frostisen Glacier, one of the largest in northern Norway. Pass by Hamaroy, home of Nordland's great poet Knut Hamsun.

DAY 10 Kjerringoy-Bodo-Oslo- B L
In the morning, land at Kjerringoy, one of the county's best preserved 19th century trading stations, before sailing back to Bodo where your voyage ends. Fly to Oslo, transfer from the airport and check in at your hotel.

Day 11 Depart Oslo/Arrive in the U.S.- B (or your country of origin) After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Oslo Airport for your return flight to the U.S. (or your country of origin)

Departure Dates: Please contact us.

Rates: Ranging from US$3,980 to US$4,750 per person based on double occupancy for entire package including transatlantic air from the U.S. If you are based outside the U.S., we will subtract air from rates. Contact us for additional discounts. How To Book

Rates include:
- Roundtrip Economy Class transatlantic airfare from New York
(If you are based outside North America, contact us and we will subtract airfare from rates).
- Roundtrip Economy Class airfare between Oslo and Bodo
- Air taxes
- Accommodations in first-class hotels
- The Oslo Card
- Train transfers, as indicated in itinerary, between Oslo Airport and Oslo Central or the National Theater
- Accommodations in select cabin category on board the MS Lofoten
- Three meals daily shipboard: buffet breakfast, buffet lunch, and set menu dinner
- Port charges
- Services of a tour director
- All landings

Note:
- On your cruise, the MS Lofoten will be equipped with 4 to 5 PolarCirkel boats for disembarking at otherwise inaccessible locations.
- The ship will have its own tour guide who will be responsible for organizing a number of different activities onboard.
- Shore-based, fishing trips, walks and lectures will be arranged in order to enhance your journey.

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