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North Cape and the Land of the Midnight Sun
| Ship: | MV Van Gogh |
| Duration: | 12 days |
| From only: | £799 |
| Departure port: | Rosyth, Scotland |
| Departing: | 17 July 2008 |
| Tour Code: | 8NCR |
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North Cape & the Land of the Midnight Sun
Cruise across the waters of Norway and venture into the breathtaking Arctic Circle at an incredible time of year, when the days are long and the nights are short. You’re sure to be enthralled by the sight of the Midnight Sun hanging above the ocean, ensuring it never gets dark during the summer months. Also included are some of Norway’s prettiest towns and villages including Ålesund, Tromsø and Bergen.
Itinerary
| Day | Date(s) | Port / location | Arrival | Departure |
| 1 | 17 July 08 | Rosyth, Scotland | - | 1300 |
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Board your vessel for departure. |
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| 2 | 18 July 08 | Cruising at sea | - | - |
| 3 | 19 July 08 | Ålesund, Norway | 1600 | 2400 |
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After arriving in Ålesund, take advantage of our optional excursions. |
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| 4 | 20 July 08 | Hellestylt, Norway | 0700 | 0800 |
| 4 | 20 July 08 | Geiranger, Norway | 1100 | 1530 |
| Stop to experience Hellestylt and Geiranger , and join one of our optional excursions to make the most of your time here. | ||||
| 5 | 21 July 08 | Cruising at sea | - | - |
| 6 | 22 July 08 | Honningsvg, North Cape, Norway | 1900 | 0100 |
| Visit Honningsvåg. We have a range of optional excursions here. | ||||
| 7 | 23 July 08 | Tromsø, Norway | 1330 | 2000 |
| Step on shore and see Tromsø. Why not make the most of your time and join one of our optional excursions . | ||||
| 8 | 24 July 08 | Gravdal, Lofoten Islands, Norway | 0830 | 1700 |
| Enjoy time at leisure to explore Gravdal. Alternatively, join our optional excursions. | ||||
| 9 | 25 July 08 | Cruising at sea | ||
| 10 | 26 July 08 | Bergen, Norway | 0800 | 1400 |
| Experience Bergen, and join one of our optional excursions to make the most of your time here. | ||||
| 11 | 27 July 08 | Cruising at sea | - | - |
| 12 | 28 July 08 | Rosyth, Scotland | 0700 | - |
| Disembark the vessel for your journey home. | ||||
Included Tab:
- Visits to a selection of excellent ports of call
- Live West End-style entertainment
- All cabins with full private facilities and air conditioning
- Full board: breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and late night snacks while on board
- Complimentary coaching from selected pick-up points or free car parking at port
- Cruising direct from Scotland
- All port and passenger taxes
- The full services of the ship’s friendly, English-speaking crew and team of Travelscope staff
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Excursions
A taste of things to come, our sample ‘Going Ashore’ excursions highlight the most popular things to do on this cruise. Final confirmation and booking details will be posted to you approximately eight weeks prior to departure. The excursions shown below are for guidance only; prices and content are subject to change.
Ålesund, Norway
Islands of Giske and Godøy
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Starting with a sightseeing tour of Ålesund, drive through the Art Nouveau quarters of the city. We then ascend Mount Aksla. Leaving the city, we drive through some of the world’s largest undersea tunnels connecting the islands with the mainland. We continue further out to the island of Godøy to the village of Alnes. There will be time to stroll around the village and visit the old wooden lighthouse.
City and Atlantic Sea Park
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Our tour takes us from the quayside of one of Norway’s biggest fishing ports through the Art Nouveau centre of the town. We then ascend Mount Aksla for a stunning view of the town. Leaving the city, we head towards the Atlantic Sea Park. This unique park extends over an area of 6,000 square metres, with fishing stands, hiking trails, bathing sites and outstanding diving venues.
Honningsvåg, North Cape, Norway
North Cape tour
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Leaving Honningsvåg, we drive through wild, desolate landscape to the North Cape, situated on the island of Magerøy. In 1988 a new ‘experience centre’ was opened at North Cape. The complex has souvenir shops, a post office, Chapel, bar and large restaurant. An underground tunnel takes you to the Royal North Cape Hall or ‘The Grotto’ as it is also called.
Tromsø, Norway
Arctic City & cable car
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Our tour starts in the new Information and Adventure Centre, ‘Polaria’, which has a gift shop and cafeteria, and whose architecture resembles blocks of ice sliding into the ocean. Then visit Tromsdal Church, ‘The Arctic Cathedral’ on the mainland, which has Europe’s largest stained-glass window. A cable car will take us up pine-clad mountainside from a base station in Tromsdalen, across the strait from the centre of the town.
Polar Museum and huskies
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Visit the Polar Museum, housed in an old customs warehouse. Continue with a drive to Tromsø Wilderness Centre, where you will visit a husky kennel. On arrival you will be offered a welcome drink before seeing a fascinating slide show given by the kennel owners. There will be opportunity to purchase coffee and waffles and buy souvenirs at the small gift shop before returning to the ship.
Gravdal, Lofoten Islands, Norway
Vestvågøy Island
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We start by driving through the town and continue on a round-trip of the island, passing through rich farm land and sandy beaches on the west side of the island, which contrast with the weather-beaten rocks behind them. At the village of Mortsund, we can enjoy a light snack of coffee/tea and a salmon sandwich. On our return to Gravdal, we shall stop at the viewpoint near Unstad.
Vestvågøy and Viking Museum
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This tour starts with a drive to Leknes, proceeding to the village of Mortsund, where we’ll enjoy a light snack of coffee/tea and a salmon sandwich. We continue across Vestvågøy Island, the second largest in the group, to Borg where we shall visit the new Viking Museum. On our return to Gravdal, stopping at the viewpoint near Unstad for a beautiful view of the little settlement far below.
Bergen, Norway
City tour with Bryggen & Mt. Fløien Funicular
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Explore the Hanseatic Quarters and enjoy Bergen from the top of Mt. Fløien. Continue past the fortress of Bergenhus with the Coronation Hall and along the Bryggen. Our next stop the funicular station. The ride takes 8 minutes each way, we will have beautiful views of the city and the surrounding mountains and sea. On our return, will make a stop close to the famous fish and flower market.
Troldhaugen & Fantoft Stave Church
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From the quayside, we drive through the busy harbour area, passing the German Pier ‘Bryggen’ with its old wooden warehouses from the Hanseatic period, and leaving the city centre. Continue through the countryside to Troldhaugen. Our next stop is at the Fantoft Stave Church, after which we return to the city, passing the hall where the famous Bergen Music Festival takes place each year in May.
Hellesylt, Norway
Scenic glacier tour to Geiranger
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See the beauty of the Geirangerfjord with its towering mountains. Travel along the shores of the Olden Lake and Olden River. On foot you will be able to reach the Briksdal Glacier, an offshoot of the Jostedal Glacier. After an included lunch drive alongside emerald Lake Stryn and climb to Mount Dalsnibba for a breathtaking view of Geiranger.
Geiranger, Norway
Mount Dalsnibba & The Eagle Road
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Follow winding roads and an ever-changing kaleidoscope of mountain farms, waterfalls, lakes and mountain streams to the summit of Mount Dalsnibba where there are spectacular views of Geirangerfjord far below. The return journey follows the amazing Eagle Road with its 11 hairpin bends carved in the mountainside.
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Ålesund, Norway
With a beautiful setting across several islands stretching out to sea, the charming Norwegian fishing port of Ålesund is renowned for its beautiful art nouveau architecture with fairy tale towers, spires and medieval-romantic façades.
Honningsvåg, North Cape, Norway
Welcome to the top of the world! The town of Honningsvåg is set in a land of dramatic fjords and crashing waterfalls, and wildlife lovers will find flora and fauna in abundance, ranging from puffins and auks, to mink and even reindeer. Here you can enjoy the awe-inspiring sight of the Midnight Sun hanging above the Arctic Ocean. A truly unforgettable experience that really does have to be seen to be believed.
Tromsø, Norway
The lively Norwegian city of Tromsø is set on a wooded island close to the wild nature of the polar region to the north. Dominated by breathtaking snow-topped peaks and the starting point for many polar expeditions, this cosmopolitan city offers many attractions including a thrilling cable car up into the mountains for fabulous views of the city below. The city is home to an extraordinary church built in the shape of an iceberg, plus Norway’s most northerly brewery; home of the legendary Arctic Ale.
Gravdal, Lofoten Islands, Norway
The astonishing Lofoten Islands sit dramatically off Norway’s northern coast, far beyond the Arctic Circle, offering beautiful scenery and a variety of unique wildlife including puffins, eagles and seals. Steep, rocky mountains rise sharply from the water’s edge, providing a stunning backdrop to the attractive town of Gravdal. The town reflects the islands’ maritime history and the day’s catch can be seen hanging outside colourful boat houses along the shore.
Bergen, Norway
The delightful old Hanseatic port of Bergen is renowned as ‘The Gateway to the Fjords’. Surrounded by seven mountains, Bergen is Norway’s second city and the capital of Fjord Country, presenting a unique and colourful mixture of Norwegian charm and culture. The lively harbour with its flower, fruit and fish market is popular with locals and visitors alike and Bryggen, the old wharf area, presents an example of medieval architecture unsurpassed elsewhere in Scandinavia.
Hellesylt, Norway
After cruising the awe-inspiring Geirangerfjord, you will arrive at the peaceful waterside town of Hellesylt. From here you will have the chance to join a full-day optional overland shore excursion to Geiranger, passing Mount Dalsnibba.
Geiranger, Norway
Those who decide not to join the overland excursion from Hellesylt will stay on board and cruise along the spectacular Geirangerfjord to Geiranger. Upon arrival you will have time at leisure to enjoy stunning views of cascading waterfalls, glistening streams, towering cliffs and tiny hill farms, which surround the village.
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MV Van Gogh
The Dutch-owned Van Gogh combines a friendly, intimate atmosphere with a range of excellent facilities including a seawater swimming pool, fitness room, sauna, cinema and casino. Its spacious decks offer expansive views of the ever-changing vista, while a selection of comfortable bars and lounges offer a great place to relax after a great day of sightseeing, shopping or exploring.
Facilities:
- Sea water swimming pool
- Fitness room, sauna
- Five bars
- Restaurant
- Lounges
- Cinema
- Library
- Duty free shop
- Nightclub
- Show lounge
- Photo shop
- Hair salon
- Doctors surgery
- Lift to all cabin decks
- Fully stabilised
- Air-conditioned throughout
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MV Van Gogh
The Van Gogh has 253 passenger cabins ranging in size and style. All are well equipped with private facilities, air conditioning, T.V., mini-safe, two music channels and cabin-to-cabin telephone.
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Grade 1 - Grand Suite
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Large 2 bed outside cabin on decks 7 and 8 with living room, bedroom & bathroom. Cabin includes complimentary fruit basket, box of chocolates and bottle of bubbly, private facilities, air conditioning, two music channels, telephone, mini-safe, mini-bar, DVD player and colour TV.
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Grade 2 - Suite
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2 bed outside cabin on decks 7 and 8 with living room, bedroom & bathroom. Cabin includes complimentary fruit basket, box of chocolates and bottle of bubbly, private facilities, air conditioning, two music channels, telephone, mini-safe, mini-bar, DVD player and colour TV.
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Grade 3 - Superior
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2 bed outside cabin on deck 7 with bathroom. Cabin includes complimentary box of chocolates and bottle of bubbly private facilities, air conditioning, two music channels, telephone, mini-safe, mini-bar, and colour TV.
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Grade 4 - Classic Plus
2 bed outside cabin on decks 7 and 8. Cabin includes private facilities, air conditioning, two music channels, telephone, mini-safe and colour TV.
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Grade 5 - Classic
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2 bed outside cabin on deck 5. Cabin includes private facilities, air conditioning, two music channels, telephone, mini-safe and colour TV.
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Grade 6 - Standard
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2 bed outside cabin on deck 4 (port-holes). Cabin includes private facilities, air conditioning, two music channels, telephone, min-safe and colour TV.
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Grade 7 - Standard
2 berth outside cabin on decks 4 and 5. Cabin includes private facilities, air conditioning, two music channels, telephone, mini-safe and colour TV.
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Grade 7 - Standard: special offer single passenger
Grade 7 cabins on decks 4 (port-holes) and 5 offer a special offer price for single passengers on most itineraries. There is also a limited supply of other cabin grades for sole occupancy, available at an additional supplement of 75% of the price of the cabin category that you choose. Cabin includes private facilities, air conditioning, two music channels, telephone, mini-safe and colour TV.
Grade 8 - Standard
2 bed inside cabin on deck 5. Cabin includes private facilities, air conditioning, two music channels, telephone, mini-safe and colour TV.
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Grade 9 - Economy plus
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2 bed inside cabin on deck 4. Cabin includes private facilities, air conditioning, two music channels, telephone, mini-safe and colour TV.
Grade 10 - Economy
2 berth inside cabin on deck 3. Cabin includes private facilities, air conditioning, two music channels, telephone, mini-safe and colour TV.
Grade 11 - Standard
3 berth inside cabin, standard 4 berth inside cabin on deck 5. Cabin includes private facilities, air conditioning, two music channels, telephone, mini-safe and colour TV.
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Grade 12 - Economy
3 berth inside cabin, economy 4 berth inside cabin on deck 4. Cabin includes private facilities, air conditioning, two music channels, telephone, mini-safe and colour TV.
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Special Note
3rd and 4th persons occupying a cabin
In addition to our designated three and four berth cabins, we have arranged for the third and fourth berths in higher grade cabins to be sold for an incredible price. If you book a twin bed outside cabin of Grade 6 or above, a third person can occupy your cabin for a great-value price(upper-berth). In a Grade 5 cabin and above, a third and a fourth person can join for the entire duration of the cruise for an excellent price! (Please note that this does not apply to Grade 4 cabins.)
Please note:
- Inside cabins rely on artificial light
- Outside cabins have a porthole (deck 4), window (deck 5 and above)
- The term berth refers to an upper and lower bunk style bed
- The upper berth is accessed via a small ladder
- Two bedded cabins have two lower beds
- Some two bedded cabins have additional fold-away upper berths which are not used when the cabin is occupied by two passengers
- Third and fourth passengers sharing cabins are always accommodated in upper berths
- All cabins are non-smoking
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Tel: 0870 770 4046
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