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10 Night Coastal Wonders of the Norwegian Coast and Midnight Sun

From Bergen to Longyearbyen
  • Le Boreal
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Le Boreal

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  • Cruise #: 13932847
  • Departs: Thu, Jun 5, 2025
  • Returns: Sun, Jun 15, 2025
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    Thursday - Jun 5, 2025
    Day
    1
    Bergen, Norway
    • Bergen, Norway
    • Depart: 18:00:00
    Located at the end of Byfjord, Bergen was the capital of Norway in the 12th and 13th centuries and has preserved some very beautiful monuments from the time when it was home to royalty. Wandering through Bergen's streets means going back in time, in search of the hidden treasures that have been listed as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. A veritable open-air museum, Bergen is home to a thriving artistic community of painters, potters, and jewellers. The Bergen cable car offers you a splendid panorama over the port and the surrounding fjords. Do not miss the visit to the old quarter with its narrow streets, a testimony of the power of the Hanseatic League that controlled trade in Northern Europe at the end of the Middle Ages. ...
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    Friday - Jun 6, 2025
    Day
    2
    Cruising Geirangerfjord, Norway
    • Cruising Geirangerfjord, Norway
    Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005, Geirangerfjord is part of the West Norwegian Fjords. Located in the south-west of Norway, to the north-east of Bergen, the fjord stretches from Stavanger in the south to Andalsnes 500 kilometres north-east. It is one of the longest and deepest fjords in the world and considered to be one of the most spectacular landscapes on the planet. You will admire the exceptional natural beauty of its narrow and steep-sided crystalline rock walls, rising to a height of 1,400 metres and extending 500 metres below sea level. Numerous waterfalls are part of the great variety of natural, terrestrial, and marine phenomena to be found at this site. ...
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    • Alesund, Norway
    Surrounded by a multitude of islands, fjords, and majestic mountains, the town of Alesund surprises many visitors. In fact, it is internationally renowned for its Art Nouveau architecture. After the terrible fire of 1904 which reduced a large part of the town to ashes, Norwegian architects inspired by the Art Nouveau style contributed to its reconstruction, with a very picturesque result. Not far from Alesund, you will also discover Giske, the native island of Rollo, the great Viking leader who commanded the Norse expeditions to Normandy, or the beautiful island of Godoy and the village of Alnes, which offers a grandiose panorama over the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding islands. ...
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    Saturday - Jun 7, 2025
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    3
    • Smola, Norway
    A natural paradise, Smola is an island surrounded by an archipelago of thousands of small islands, islets, and reefs, all bathed in an extraordinary light. The sheep freely graze the moorland. Ocean and fresh water meet, forming bays, ponds, and pools of brackish water conducive to the development of a high biodiversity. In winter, the island serves as a refuge to numerous seabird species. One of these is the sea eagle, or white-tailed eagle - a protected species of which the densest population is found here. The island's inhabitants subsist primarily on fishing and will share their culinary traditions with you by introducing you to some local products. If you are feeling adventurous, you can even try your hand at fishing in the crystal-clear waters or you can visit the island of Hitra. ...
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    Sunday - Jun 8, 2025
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    4
    • Bronnoysund, Norway
    Nestling on a narrow peninsula a short distance from the Arctic Circle, not far from the mythical Torghatten granite dome, Bronnoysund invites you on an unforgettable journey into the heart of wild nature, between chains of rocky, green, and snow-covered islets. The port of call in this former Viking city will also be an opportunity to discover the Vega archipelago, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its 6,500 or so islands will offer you indelible moments in this natural setting, where time seems to stand still. Surrounded by high mountains that drop sharply into the Norwegian Sea, these insular natural sanctuaries are home to many species of seabirds, like the common eider. ...
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    Monday - Jun 9, 2025
    Day
    5
    Reine, Lofoten, Norway, Norway
    • Reine, Lofoten, Norway, Norway
    Way beyond the Arctic Circle, Lofoten Islands are truly considered to be in "another world". A jewel of nature in its most pristine state, this archipelago with its jagged coastline offers you majestic settings of high alpine summits, sandy beaches, green prairies, and fjords of a deep blue, where countless bird colonies make their nests. Whether you visit A or Nusfjord listed by UNESCO, enjoy authentic and memorable moments. ...
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    • Cruising Trollfjord
    According to legend, trolls were the guardians of this 2-kilometre long fjord accessible via the Raftsund Strait, between the Vesteralen Archipelago and the Lofoten Islands. Dominated on both sides by vertical rock faces that stand up to 1,000 metres high in parts, Trollfjorden welcomes you in a magical atmosphere that its narrowness helps to create. During this unforgettable journey, you will indeed have the impression that you're grazing the surrounding mountains and that you'll never see the end of this marine cul-de-sac. After a delicate U-turn, your ship will finally head back in the opposite direction: this will perhaps be the opportunity to observe trolls, seals, and eagles, which are often present in this site, unique on earth. ...
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    Tuesday - Jun 10, 2025
    Day
    6
    Tromso, Norway
    • Tromso, Norway
    In the north of the Arctic Circle you'll discover Tromso, a secluded town located in the county of Troms. Norwegians call it the "Paris of the north". You'll soon see why when you discover its extensive Neoclassical architectural heritage. A stunning example is the Arctic Cathedral, a major monument whose stylistic purity echoes the outline of the mountains surrounding the town. ...
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    Wednesday - Jun 11, 2025
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    7
    • Gjesvaer, Norway
    You cannot fail to be enchanted by the wild lands of this small Viking port in Finnmark county in the north of Norway, thanks to the beauty of the preserved landscapes or the observation of the birds that have come to nest in this fantastic paradise with nutrient-rich waters and sheer cliffs bordering the sea. You will have the opportunity to take an excursion to the neighboring island of Gjesvaerstappan, one of the largest reserves in Europe, where you will be able to admire the many migratory birds... The small village of Gjesvaer has kept its yesteryear soul, with its pretty church and its colorful wooden houses. ...
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    • Hornvika, Norway
    Like the first explorers, disembark on the ancestral land of the North Cape, in Hornvika, the world's northernmost fishing village. For centuries, this Norwegian jewel nestling in the fjords remained the only entrance to the North Cape, only accessible to members of the royal family and great explorers, and only by boat. You will also have the opportunity to go on a hike where you will be able to admire exceptional wild landscapes as well as Arctic wildlife in all its riches. Let the adventure begin here, on the North Cape. ...
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    Thursday - Jun 12, 2025
    Day
    8
    Skarsvag, Norway
    • Skarsvag, Norway
    At the far north of continental Norway, in Finnmark county, Skarsvag can claim to be one of the world's northernmost villages. A land of fishermen on the island of Mageroy, the village is inhabited by a handful of men and women who share their territory with wild reindeer - indeed, it is not uncommon to come across these animals at a street corner. The short vegetation of this hilly landscape bestows a charming monotony, interrupted only by its jagged shores. ...
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    • Lakselv, Norway, Norway
    Discover Lakselv, whose name means "Salmon River", lying at the end of the immense Porsangerfjorden. As its name indicates, this small village is renowned for the salmon fishing in the waters of its river, which are brimming with this fish and others. The village is ideally located, offering privileged access to the surrounding magnificent nature. In particular, it retains traces of the last ice age in Trollholmsund, where dolomites with dreamlike silhouettes can be seen. Do not miss this extraordinary sight! ...
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    • Porsangerfjorden, Norway
    During an exceptional sailing experience in the Porsangerfjorden, discover the fourth-longest Norwegian fjord (measuring 123 kilometers/76 miles). This real labyrinth will show you the region's craggy coastlines, which extend into a background of Finnmark's snow-covered mountains. The southern part of the fjord has been designated an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA). In particular, it is home to the lesser white-fronted goose, the common eider, and the purple sandpiper in its unique and varied ecosystem, which is made up of moors, meadows, peat bogs, and forests of birch trees. ...
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    Friday - Jun 13, 2025
    Day
    9
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    During your journey at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness center. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship's upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest, and entertainment. ...
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    Saturday - Jun 14, 2025
    Day
    10
    Cruising Bear Island, Norway
    • Cruising Bear Island, Norway
    Halfway between Norway and Spitsbergen, you will sail not far from the coastlines of Bjornoya, the southernmost island of Svalbard. From your ship, observe this isolated piece of land discovered in 1596 by the Dutch navigator Willem Barents, who was then looking for the Northeast Passage. Following a tough fight between a polar bear and the members of the expedition, he dubbed the place Bear Island. Regularly covered by a thick layer of fog, Bjornoya shelters a meteorological station built in 1923, which is still in operation. Declared a nature reserve in 2002, the island is above all home to an enormous colony of sea birds: skuas, guillemots, puffins, tridactyl gulls, petrels, gulls, and little auks all coexist here. ...
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    Sunday - Jun 15, 2025
    Day
    11
    Longyearbyen, Norway
    • Longyearbyen, Norway
    Longyearbyen is the capital of the Norwegian Svalbard archipelago, located on Svalbard's main island, and is the northernmost territorial capital on the planet. With winter temperatures dropping to below 40C, the landscapes of this mining town are simply breathtaking. The glaciers, the mountains stretching as far as the eye can see, and the untouched nature make you feel like you're in completely unexplored territory. ...
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