Looking for breath-taking, nature-based experiences that awaken your inner explorer Hurtigruten offers Explorer voyages in Antarctica, Greenland, Iceland, Spitsbergen and across the Transatlantic. Venturing to remote corners of the world with highly-skilled crews on a diverse fleet, Hurtigruten’s expertise is derived from connection to the land and its people. Your ship will not only take you through stunning scenery, pristine environments and quaint villages, but will allow you to explore further and experience life on land, in a diverse range of shore excursions.
Go where the great explorers have ventured and join unforgettable tours and hikes in Antarctica, Spitsbergen, Iceland and Greenland. Experience the rugged landscapes of the Falklands with a nature walk, bird-watching or overnight camping. The abundant bird-life, hundreds of islets and fascinating maritime history will deepen your understanding and provide unique insights that cannot be gained from simply staying onboard!
When in Iceland, discover local folklore and journey in the Footsteps of the Elves. The tales of mystery and intrigue that surround the ‘hidden people’ of Bakkargeroi will have you believing it for yourself! Lava Trails and Viking Tales combines the rugged nature of the Stykkisholmur area with its literature to bring you unique local stories and history. Experience Iceland’s geothermal power with a relaxing soak in one of Myvant’s greatest natural treasures. Explore the ‘Waterfall of the Gods’ – Godafoss – one of Icelands most popular and breath-taking sites.
Engage all your senses and take your tastebuds on a journey too, with A Taste of Greenland, where you’ll indulge in organic delicacies caught from the local environment and served in the traditional style. Uncover Eric the Red and his settlement dating back to 982AD. Reconstructions of the site will send you soaring back in time as you explore the fascinating Viking way of life.
Embarking on a Norwegian Coastal Voyage is an immersive journey into Hurtigruten’s heartland. Norway’s beauty and varied landscapes are a photographer’s dream, from seaside villages, idyllic islands and stunning wildflowers, to the forests and snow-clad valleys of the Arctic Circle and beyond. Visit the spectacular Greiranger Fjord and Trollstigen Pass, an excursion to some of Norway’s most dramatic fjord and mountain landscapes. Travel to Trondheim’s Nidaros Cathedral, built over the tomb of St. Olav – king of Norway from 1015 to 1028. Almost 1000 years old, the cathedral’s Gothic architecture is awe-inspiring. While in Tromso, experience the power and beauty of a Midnight Concert in the Arctic Cathedral. The incredible acoustics of the cathedral fill the candlelit space with folk and classical music and hymns that are profoundly moving. Go further and venture to the top of the world, the northernmost tip of Europe – The North Cape. Here you will experience wild landscapes, views of the Barents Sea and the rare beauty of the midnight sun. Back on the Norwegian ocean take a RIB safari to Saltstraumen to see the world’s strongest tidal current, where 400 million cubic metres of water is pushed through a 150-metre narrow straight. Sea eagles will follow you as you take in the spectacular power of this natural wonder.
On return to your ship, exchange stories, share your photographs and toast your experience with your fellow passengers in the comfort of your on-water home. Hurtigruten’s shore excursions provide rich, diverse and profound experiences that will deepen your understanding of these incredible regions and provide valuable memories that will remain vivid for years to come.
For more information and up to dare pricing please visit Bentours website on www.bentours.com.au/shore-excursions/
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New Zealand: 0800 487 844 or email hurtigruten@bentours.co.nz or visit: www.bentours.co.nz/hurtigruten
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