HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore
the Standing Stones of Stenness on the remote island of Kirkwall
- Wander
through fishing villages and appreciate the slow pace of life
- Search
cliffs for trolls
- Enjoy
some of the world's most beautiful scenery along Norway's rugged
coastline
- Sail
past mist-shrouded Bjørnøya - a bird watcher's
paradise featuring spectacular views
- Spend
time on deck searching for polar bears and whales
- Cruise
through breathtaking fjords and admire massive glaciers, experience the
midnight sun, learn about Arctic history and ecology from our expert
guides, brave the Arctic waters and take the polar plunge
- Enjoy
the silence of the Arctic tundra
DATES / RATES
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ITINERARY
Day
1: Edinburgh
The
G Expedition departs in the late afternoon, sailing towards Kirkwall.
Meals included: Dinner
Day
2: Kirkwall/Orkney
Visit
historic and mystical sites by coach on this remote island. Explore the
Standing Stones of Stenness, the intriguing Ring of Brodgar, and the
village of Skara Brae.
Meals
included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 3: Shetland Islands
Continue
northwards to the remote Shetland Islands. Opt to visit Jarlshof or
join the Puffin Bus to focus on puffins and seabird photography at
Sumbrugh Head (weather dependent). Enjoy additional time to explore
Lerwick.
Meals
included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 4: Olden
Cruise
into the Olden Fjord before a short bus ride to the Birksdal area.
Enjoy a moderate hike to Briksdalbreen glacier, or, for an easier
option, take a trolley ride with a shorter walk to make it to the
glacier lake.
Meals
included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 5: Geiranger
Sail
deep into one of Norway's most beautiful, and most visited, fjords.
Enjoy a coach tour to Dalsnibba, soaking in the views at this UNESCO
World Heritage site. For the more adventurous, opt for a 10km mountain
hike exploring the area and taking in amazing views of the fjord from
above.
Meals
included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 6: Trondheim
Continue
on to Trondheim. Choose between hiking in Bymarka Nature Reserve before
visiting the Sverresborg Folk Museum, or enjoying a city tour including
the Folk Museum and the elaborate Nidaros Cathedral, built between 1070
and 1300. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore the area on your own.
Meals
included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 7: Torghatten/Vega
The
rugged coastline of central Norway features some of the
world’s most beautiful scenery. Hike up to the famous hole in
the mountain, with fantastic views of the region. Keep an eye out for
Norway's mythical trolls. In the afternoon, head to the quaint and
picturesque Vega Island, a UNESCO site. Wander the fishing villages, go
on a guided nature hike, and appreciate the slow pace of life.
Meals
included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 8: Svartisen/Vikingen
Visit
Svartisen, and Vikingen, to see beautiful glaciers and a globe
sculpture which marks Vikingen as a point directly on the Arctic Circle.
Meals
included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 9: Lofoten Islands
The
Lofoten archipelago is an enchanting area of picturesque villages by
the sea backed with jagged peaks. Go ashore by Zodiac for a day trip of
the area. Start by visiting the Tørrfiskmuseum to learn
about traditional work of the islands before visiting Nusfjord, one of
Norway's oldest and best-preserved fishing villages for lunch at a
local restaurant. After, stop in Henningsvær for time to see
local art or explore the quaint fishing village. In the evening, stay
on deck as you cruise into one of Norway's most famous fjords, the
short yet dramatic Trollfjord. Search the cliffs on your continuing
quest to spot trolls.
Meals
included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 10: Tromsø
Tromsø,
the capital of northern Norway, is known as the "Gateway to the Arctic"
as it was the embarkation point for many Arctic expeditions. Learn
about past Arctic expeditions and opt for some hiking or to explore the
city on your own.
Meals
included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 11: At
Sea/Bjørnøya
Sail
past mist-shrouded Bjørnøya (Bear Island)
– a birdwatcher's paradise featuring spectacular views.
Meals
included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 12: Hornsund
Explore
this archipelago of deep fjords, mountains and massive ice sheets. Keep
your eyes open for walruses, seals, reindeer, Arctic foxes and, of
course, polar bears.
Meals
included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 13: Svalbard
Soak
in the sights and sounds of Svalbard. Glaciers, nesting birds, sea
mammals like polar bears, walruses and whales plus land mammals like
the Arctic fox and reindeer all call this region home.
Meals
included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 14:
Svalbard/Longyearbyen
Continue
exploring the icy wonderland of Svalbard.
Meals
included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 15:
Longyearbyen/Spitsbergen
Spend
your day relaxing on board the G Expedition or head out to explore
Longyearbyen, the starting point for many early explorers on expedition
to the North Pole. Embark on your journey to Spitsbergen in the late
afternoon.
Meals
included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Days 16–21:
Spitsbergen
This
voyage is spent travelling in the world in which the polar bear
survives. Our wildlife viewing opportunities are enhanced by exploring
as many remote areas as possible. Spotting wildlife like the Arctic
fox, Svalbard reindeer, and land or sea birds can be difficult, but
well worth the effort. Ice and weather conditions permitting we can
explore near sea ice, through fjords that lead to glaciers and
icebergs, and discover bird nesting colonies, all from the platform of
the ship. Alternatively, hop in a Zodiac to explore more closely, or be
brought to land to visit historical sites and experience the tundra. We
are always on the lookout for wildlife, ranging from endangered and
rare polar species to sea mammals and birds. And, of course, we'll have
our eyes peeled for polar bears - they can be found all throughout this
region, but finding them can require patience and persistence. Come
join us in the search!
Meals
included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 22:
Spitsbergen/Longyearbyen
On
the departure day, there will be transfers available to the
Longyearbyen airport for all passengers with flights scheduled.
Meals
included: Breakfast
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 21
nights aboard the G Expedition
- Meals
Included - 21 breakfasts, 20 lunches, 21 dinners
- Meeting
point to ship transfer
- Zodiac
and land excursions with our expert expedition team
- Lectures
and educational programs
- Orkney
Islands guided tour of ancient ruins
- Shetland
Islands visit
- Ålesund
visit
- Rauma
Railway excursion
- Trondheim
visit
- Vega
Island visit
- Svartisen
glacier excursion
- Local
village visit (Lofoten Islands)
- Tromsø
city tour
- Wildlife
spotting opportunities
- Hornsund
excursion
- Bellsund
visit
- Insulated,
waterproof boots supplied for USA sizes 4 - 16
- Expedition
parka
