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The Fjords and the Lofoten Islands by Hurtigruten
Overview
Introduction
Sail the Norwegian coastline on board the Hurtigruten coastal express, visiting 17 ports on your journey from Bergen to Svolvaer. This is an excellent way to experience Norway and to gain an insight into the country’s remote coastal communities, for whom the Hurtigruten is a vital lifeline.
Itinerary includes:
- Flights to Bergen Flesland Airport, returning from Svolvaer Airport (via Oslo Gardermoen)
- Private transfer on arrival and on departure - plus transfer from the Hurtigruten pier in Svolvaer to the Svinoya Rorbuer, Svolvaer
- 1 Night at the Clarion Admiral Hotel, Bergen (Bed and Breakfast)
- 3 Nights on board the Hurtigruten (Full Board)
- 3 Nights at the Svinoya Rorbuer, Svolvaer (Bed and Breakfast)
Agenda
Day 1 - Day of arrival
On arrival at Bergen airport, you will be transferred to the Clarion Admiral Hotel in the centre of the city.
Overnight at the Clarion Admiral Hotel, Bergen
Clarion Admiral Hotel, Bergen
Day 2 - Bergen
Day at leisure in Bergen. Opportunity to explore Bergen including the Hanseatic Wharf, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Mount Fløyen (from the summit of which a spectacular panorama of the city unfolds). In the early evening board your Hurtigruten ship and cruise northbound through the night towards Ålesund. The archipelago surrounding Ålesund is stunning and worth arising early for photographic opportunities.
Overnight and dinner on board the Hurtigruten.
Bergen, Norway
Day 3 - Hurtigruten ship cruise
After a short stop in Ålesund your cruise will continue into the Geirangerfjord (1 June - 31 August), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Geirangerfjord is one of the highlights of your cruise. Find yourself a space on deck for wonderful views of the Seven Sisters and Batchelor waterfalls, farms perched precariously on the edge of the mountains, and small colourful communities. At Geiranger, disembark the Hurtigruten and join a coach excursion to Molde. The excursion will stop at the Eagles Road viewpoint – from which there is a 180° view of the Geirangerfjord; then drive along the 11 hairpin beds of the Trollstigen Pass. Dinner is included as part of the excursion. Rejoin the Hurtigruten in Molde and cruise northbound towards Trondheim, the Lofoten Islands and Tromsø. Overnight and breakfast on board the Hurtigruten.
Overnight and dinner on board the Hurtigruten.
Geirangerfjord
Day 4 - Hurtigruten ship cruise
In the morning sail into Trondheim, Norway’s fourth largest city. Time at leisure to explore Trondheim. Do not miss the historic centre and the imposing Nidaros Cathedral, Norway’s largest Gothic edifice. The cruise continues on its journey towards the Lofoten at 12:00. Overnight, breakfast, lunch and dinner on board the Hurtigruten.
Overnight and dinner onboard the Hurtigruten
Trondheim, Norway
Day 5 - Day of travel
In the morning, your voyage will cross the Arctic Circle at 66.32° north en route to the Lofoten Islands. The landscape of the Lofoten archipelago is one of the most dramatic and breathtaking in the whole of Norway: rugged peaks, picturesque fishing communities, white sandy beaches and sheltered fjords. On arrival at Svolvaer you will be transferred to the Svinøya Rorbuer in Svolvaer. Breakfast, lunch and dinner on board the Hurtigruten.
Overnight at the Svinoya Rorbuer, The Lofoten Islands.
Svinoya Rorbuer, The Lofoten Islands
Day 6 & 7 - Day at leisure
Opportunity to explore the Lofoten archipelago, named by National Geographic as one of the most unspoiled island destinations in the world and a historic and geological masterpiece. Sunvil recommend hiring a car for the day and visiting the village of Henningsvaer and the Viking Museum at Borg.
Overnight at the Svinoya Rorbuer, The Lofoten Islands.
The Lofoten Islands
Day 8 - Day of departure
Transfer to Svolvaer airport for your return flight to the UK.
Accommodation
Clarion Admiral Hotel - Night 1 to 1
Clarion Admiral Hotel, Bergen This charming, recently renovated hotel enjoys a prime position in the heart of Bergen, overlooking the Vågen bay to the Bryggen.
Clarion Admiral Hotel, Bergen This charming, recently renovated hotel enjoys a prime position in the heart of Bergen, overlooking the Vågen bay to the Bryggen. Beyond the harbour the views are to the mountains. In the surrounding streets you will find an abundance of shops, restaurants and cafes as well as the tourist information centre, and the Strandkaiterminalen, from where ferries leave for Stavanger and the Sognefjord, is right next door. The hotel is housed within a former waterfront warehouse dating from 1904. A notable feature of the Admiral is its terraced restaurant where, weather allowing, breakfast and meals are served to enable guests to make the most of the views.
Accommodation
- 210 rooms including single, standard, superior, deluxe and family rooms and suites.
Hurtigruten Coastal Express - Night 2 to 4
The Hurtigruten Coastal Express has been breathing life into Norway's remote coastal villages for over a century, providing a vital transportation link for local residents, mail and supplies.
The Hurtigruten Coastal Express has been breathing life into Norway's remote coastal villages for over a century, providing a vital transportation link for local residents, mail and supplies.
Cruises:
Everyday one of Hurtigruten's 12 vessels departs from the city of Bergen and cruises northbound, across the Arctic Circle, to Kirkenes on the Russian border before returning to its home port. Cruises of 11 nights (Bergen - Kirkenes - Bergen), 6 nights (Bergen - Kirkenes) and 5 nights (Kirkenes - Bergen) plus a number of shorter themed voyages are on offer.
Port to port:
Hurtigruten's ships make 34 ports of call, many for a few hours and therefore providing time for independent exploration. The ship is one of the most flexible means of transportation in Norway and our clients are able to join and depart the cruise at any port they desire. Popular journeys are from Bergen to Svolvaer in the Lofoten, from the Lofoten to Tromso and from Tromso to Kirkenes.
Svinoya Rorbuer - Night 5 to 7
Svinoya Rorbuer is centrally situated in the harbour of Svolvaer, a short walk from the centre of this vibrant fishing town.
Svinoya Rorbuer is centrally situated in the harbour of Svolvaer, a short walk from the centre of this vibrant fishing town. Svinoya is the oldest district of the town and it was here that the first shop was established and where the first trading activities began in 1828. During the early 19th century, a row of cabins were built to accommodate the visiting fishermen during the Lofoten winter cod season.
Today, a number of the original cabins are offered by Svinoya Rorbuer as tourist accommodation and considerable emphasis has been placed on maintaining their authenticity. Time-honoured craftsmanship and timber have been preserved in order to provide a feeling of a bygone era. For those looking for a contemporary base from which to explore the spectacular Lofoten Islands, look no further! In addition to the traditional Rorbuer, the Svinoya offers a selection of more modern Rorbuer cabins, Rorbuer suites and apartments each enjoying sea views.
Accommodation:
Rorbu Cabins: 38 original or newly built Rorbu cabins including 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom cabins. Some cabins have the living room and kitchenette on a mezzanine level. The furthest cabin is located 200m from the restaurant in Svinoya.
Rorbu Suites: Modern Rorbu Suites including 3-bedroom and 4-bedroom suites, facing the harbour of Svolvaer with views of the surrounding mountains, the ocean and the city centre opposite.
The Manor House: Journey back in time with an exclusive and unique stay at the 3-storey Manor House which has weathered every season of the year since 1828. The Manor House has 9 bedrooms sleeping up to 17 people but when combined with the Storehouse (Stabburet) Historical House, offers a total of 11 bedrooms sleeping up to 20 people. The Storehouse played a central role in the lives of many generations of Svinoya – the storehouse bell was used to ring in mealtimes at the Manor House, when work would pause and meals served to hosts and functionaries. The Manor House can only be rented as a whole single unit. Prices for this unit are on request.
Vestfjord Apartments: 6 units located in one building including 2 double rooms, 1 studio apartment, one 1-bedroom apartment and two 2-bedroom apartments. Situated at the edge of a promontory on Svinoya, 300 metres from reception and the Børsen Restaurant.
Historical Houses: Renovated historical houses, located in the fishing village of Svinoya, including 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom and 4-bedroom apartments. All the historical houses are located in the fishing village of Svinoya and each tells its own story.
The original Storehouse (Stabburet) is a cosy apartment which belongs to the Manor House and can be booked as a separate unit or combined with the Manor House. The Storehouse played a central role in the lives of many generations of Svinoya – the storehouse bell was used to ring in mealtimes at the Manor House, when work would pause and meals served to hosts and functionaries.
The Old Telegraph (Telegrafen) is a two-floor house which contains 4 apartments (two apartments on each floor – two Telegrafen 1.1, one Telegrafen 2.1 and one Telegrafen 2.2). The house is located close to Svinoya reception and the Børsen Restaurant.
- Buffet breakfast (when prebooked)
- Svinoya Rorbuer has one of the most distinctive restaurants in the Lofoten Islands. The “Borsen Spiseri” is housed in a quayside warehouse dating back to 1828 and considerable emphasis has been placed on maintaining the building’s original features. Open daily from 18:00 (last seating at 21:30), pre-booking recommended
- Mini market located within 10-minutes’ walk and open daily
- 20 minutes’ walk from the centre of Svolvaer
- A transfer is recommended for clients arriving into Svolvaer by Hurtigruten or Havila Voyages
- Free parking – please note that some cabins offer parking directly in front of the property whilst others will be nearby, within walking distance
- Due to the popularity of this property early booking is recommended.
- Open all year round
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