Cruise to the Midnight Sun
Norway
The ArtsClub theme of The Archers. Ramblers Walking Holiday.
| Date | Arrive | Depart | Destination |
| July 2010 | |||
| Fri 16 | Late PM | Southampton | |
| Mon 19 | Early AM | Late PM | Molde |
| Wed 21 | Early AM | Late PM | Tromso, Troms |
| Thu 22 | Early AM | Late PM | Honningsvag, Finnmark |
| Fri 23 | Early AM | Late PM | Alta |
| Sun 25 | Early AM | Late PM | Narvik |
| Tue 27 | Early AM | Late PM | Olden, Sogn og Fjordane |
| Wed 28 | Early AM | Early PM | Bergen, Hordaland |
| Fri 30 | Early AM | Southampton | |
- Anchor Port
- Airport
- Google Earth
- Trollstigen - Trolls Adventure (Tour C)
- Molde, Norway
Molde, Norway
This tour will show us the best of the Norwegian countryside and fjord scenery. We will travel through the bends and hairpin curves of the Trollstigen Road.
- The Atlantic Ocean Road (Tour B)
- Molde, Norway
Molde, Norway
This excursion will take us along the impressive Atlantic Ocean Road. The road zigzags across bridges and rock fills from island to island right at the Ocean’s edge.
- Romsdal Museum (Tour A)
- Molde, Norway
Molde, Norway
This excursion will show us the town of Molde as well as the Romsdal Outdoor Museum.
- Haholmen - A Viking Adventure (Tour D)
- Molde, Norway
Molde, Norway
Our tour will take us back in time as we visit the fishing village of Håholmen and drive along the renowned Atlantic Ocean Road, which zigzags across bridges and rock fills from island to island right at the Ocean’s edge.
- Introduction to Tromso (Tour B)
- Tromso, Troms, Norway
- TROMSO, NORWAY
Leaving the pier, our tour of this interesting area starts in the centre – a charming blend of old and new, with modest wooden houses set next to contemporary architecture.
- TOUR A - ARCTIC CITY TOUR
- Tromso, Troms, Norway
TROMSO, NORWAY
Proceeding over the Tromsø Bridge, which connects Troms Island with the mainland, we visit the Tromsdalen Church, otherwise known as the Arctic Cathedral, lying on the opposite side. This unusual landmark is shaped like a typical boathouse.
- Wilderness Centre (Tour D)
- Tromso, Troms, Norway
- TROMSO, NORWAY
we will enjoy an exciting programme of events including a chance to meet some of the 130 huskies
- Polaria Centre & Cable Car (Tour C)
- Tromso, Troms, Norway
TROMSO, NORWAY
Inside, various exhibitions present polar areas and the Barents region, and we will be shown a spectacular widescreen film.
- Sightseeing on Mageroy Island (Tour C)
- Honningsvag, Finnmark, Norway
HONNINGSVAG, NORWAY
On the island of Magerøy, as well as the ‘capital’ Honningsvåg, there are several small fishing villages. A coach will transport us through the little town of Honningsvåg, past the airstrip and along the Skipsfjord with its tiny weekend cottages
- Transfer to the North Cape Plateau (Tour A)
- Honningsvag, Finnmark, Norway
HONNINGSVAG, NORWAY
By coach we will travel through a wild, apparently desolate landscape. In actual fact, 200 different plants have been found growing here by botanists, and around 4,000 reindeer graze in summer (with luck we may spot one).
- Zodiac Adventure & Ice Bar (Tour D)
- Honningsvag, Finnmark, Norway
HONNINGSVAG, NORWAY
During this tour we will experience distinctive sub-arctic nature, bird life, historic sights, abandoned fishing communities, a lighthouse and, with luck, possibly even a majestic white-tailed eagle.
- King Crab Adventure (Tour E)
- Honningsvag, Finnmark, Norway
HONNINGSVAG, NORWAY
The king crab is one of the largest crabs, weighing five kilograms (eleven pounds) or more. Its size and tasty flesh make it a valued food, and large numbers are commercially fished each year.
- Hammerfest (Tour C)
- Alta, Norway
Alta, Norway
After a short drive around Alta’s city centre we will head towards Hammerfest which is the oldest town in north Norway and also claims to be the northern most town in the world.
- TOUR B - ALTA CITY
- Alta, Norway
Alta, Norway
We will join our coach on the quayside, as our tour through the biggest city in Finnmark begins.
- Sami Village (Tour A)
- Alta, Norway
Alta, Norway
Maze is the world’s purest Sami village where, apart from just one family, every one of the 350 inhabitants is Sami.
- City Sightseeing (Tour A)
- Narvik, Norway
Narvik Norway
Narvik is situated at the tip of the peninsula between the Rombak and Beis Fjords, surrounded by peaks such as Kongsbakktind, also called ‘The Sleeping Queen’. Our local guide will tell us of the history, as we travel through the modern city, which owes its existence to the shipping of iron ore to its ice free port.
- Ofot Fjord Trip (Tour D)
- Narvik, Norway
Narvik, Norway
Experience the fantastic Ofot Fjord by boat and enjoy the inspiring fjords and mountains that surround Narvik.
- Ofoten Railway to Sweden (Tour C)
- Narvik, Norway
Narvik, Norway
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS TOUR IS NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE DUE TO THE RAILWAY COMPANY GOING OUT OF BUSINESS
- Polar Nature Park (Tour B)
- Narvik, Norway
Narvik, Norway
We continue towards our destination, the northernmost zoo in the world – a park in the heart of the wilderness, enabling us to observe in peaceful surroundings the four predators to be found in polar regions (wolves, lynx, bears and wolverines), in their natural habitat.
- Cruise on Olden Lake (Tour F)
- Olden, Sogn og Fjordane, Norway
-
OLDEN, NORWAYEnjoy a relaxing boat trip on the deep, green Olden Lake aboard the comfortable M/B Olden.
- Kjenndalen Glacier & Lovatnet Lake Cruise (Tour D)
- Olden, Sogn og Fjordane, Norway
OLDEN, NORWAY
We shall walk up to the Kjenndalen Glacier – part of the mighty Jostedal Glacier, the largest glacier in mainland Europe – for a fantastic view. Back onboard the coach, we journey to Kjenndalen Mountain Lodge for well-deserved refreshments.
- TOUR B - BRIKSDAL GLACIER
- Olden, Sogn og Fjordane, Norway
OLDEN, NORWAY
Take a magnificent hike to observe the Briksdal Glacier.
- Helicopter Flightseeing (Tour G)
- Olden, Sogn og Fjordane, Norway
OLDEN, NORWAY
Enjoy a 15-minute ride with spectacular views over the valley, lakes and mountains.
- Fjordland Scenery (Tour A)
- Olden, Sogn og Fjordane, Norway
- OLDEN, NORWAY
We continue along the so-called Kjøsnesfjord, enjoying the Jostedal glacier and a visit to the Norwegian Glacier centre.
- Geiranger & Hellesylt (Tour H)
- Olden, Sogn og Fjordane, Norway
OLDEN, NORWAY
This full day tour will highlight the best of the area, including a cruise on the UNESCO World Heritage listed Geirangerfjord.
- Fjord Fishing (Tour E)
- Olden, Sogn og Fjordane, Norway
- OLDEN, NORWAY
Our experienced local skipper will steer our course on a short cruise to the bottom of the fjord arm at Loen, to one of the best fishing spots.
- Introduction to Bergen (Tour B)
- Bergen, Hordaland, Norway
BERGEN, NORWAY
Boasting nearly 1,000 years’ experience of welcoming visitors to the area, the inhabitants are justly proud of their beautiful city that has a great shipping, trading and cultural tradition.
- Flightseeing By Seaplane (Tour D)
- Bergen, Hordaland, Norway
BERGEN, NORWAY
Enjoy a spectacular Seaplane experience with this aerial tour of Bergen.
- Exploring The Hardangerfjord (Tour A)
- Bergen, Hordaland, Norway
BERGEN, NORWAY
The second-longest Fjord in Norway, board the coach at Bergen pier to experience the beautiful fruit orchards and surrounding mountains.
- Norway Old & New (Tour H)
- Bergen, Hordaland, Norway
- BERGEN, NORWAY
Enjoy a tour of the outskirts of Bergen, taking in the Fjord, lake and coastal districts.
- Norway In A Nutshell (Tour G)
- Bergen, Hordaland, Norway
BERGEN, NORWAY
Experience the landscape by train for our journey up towards Voss and Mydral, before changing trains for the spectacular “Flams-banen” railway line.
- Grieg's Bergen
- Bergen, Hordaland, Norway
- BERGEN, NORWAY
Catch a glimpse of Bergen’s past in a corner of western Norway that abounds in culture and history. Take a tour round legendary composer Edvard Grieg’s lakside home.
- TOUR I - TEA AT ULRIKEN MOUNTAIN
- Bergen, Hordaland, Norway
Departing the pier by coach, we will have a short transfer through the city of Bergen before we reach the base of the Ulriken Mountain. Ulriken is one of seven mountains surrounding Bergen and at approximately 643 metres high – it is definitely the tallest!
- Lysoen Island (Tour C)
- Bergen, Hordaland, Norway
- BERGEN, NORWAY
Enjoy more of Bergen and explore the Island of Lysoen and its beautiful estate, which we reach by boat.
Black Watch
Relax and experience a cruise aboard the resplendent Black Watch
Featuring a large number of cabins and suites with balconies, Black Watch can accommodate up to 804 passengers. Offering many traditional cruising features, its décor will undergo a major refurbishment of the public areas in December 2009; including a new casual dining area, which will replace the current Garden Cafe and become The Braemar Garden. New soft furnishings will also be added to the Neptune Lounge, Piper's Bar, Glentanar Restaurant and Observatory Lounge.
Explore the Black WatchCruise Details
- ID: W1011
- Themes:
- Departs: 16 July 2010
- From: Southampton
- Prices from £1,369
-
Book Now
- Add to favourites
- Return to Cruise list
Have you seen our latest special offers?
