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12-night Island Hopping in the North Atlantic ? British Isles, Faroe Islands, and Iceland (Northbound) Expedition
- 180 Euro per Couple Shipboard Credit
Expedition Cruise
- A stay in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages* in Restaurant Aune and Fredheim
- À la carte dining in Restaurant Lindstrøm for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
- Complimentary reusable water bottle
- English-speaking Expedition Team leading activities onboard and ashore
- Range of included activities
Please note there is very limited Wi-Fi and phone signal in the remote areas we travel to and streaming is not supported.
*House beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water.
Onboard Activities
- In-depth lectures and discussions hosted by experts on the Expedition Team
- Full use of our Science Center, extensive library and advanced biological and geological equipment
- Citizen Science program where you can assist with live scientific research
- Photography tips and techniques for capturing landscape and wildlife from our onboard professional photographer
- Use of the ship’s hot tubs, panoramic sauna and indoor gym
- Informal gatherings with the crew for daily briefings
Landing Activities
- Escorted landings with small expedition boats
- Loan of trekking poles and headlamps available
- Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition photographers on hand to assist you
Notes
- All planned activities are subject to weather and ice conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please make sure you meet all entry and boarding requirements
- No gratuities expected
Itinerary
| Destination | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|
| London (Dover) | Wednesday, Jun 26, 2024 | Wednesday, Jun 26, 2024 |
| The white cliffs of Dover are famous in song and story. From Dover you can visit nearby Canterbury or take a full-day excursion to see the sights of London, Westminster Abbey, Trafalgar Square, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and more. | ||
| At Sea | Thursday, Jun 27, 2024 | Thursday, Jun 27, 2024 |
| No Description Available | ||
| Edinburgh | Friday, Jun 28, 2024 | Friday, Jun 28, 2024 |
| Dominated by the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle, this picturesque city offers shopping on Princes Street, the grandeur of the Royal Mile, St. Giles Cathedral and historic Palace of Holyrood House, where Queen Mary lived and many Scottish kings were wed. Or venture across the moors to marvel at the scenic Highlands. | ||
| Kirkwall (Orkney Islands) | Saturday, Jun 29, 2024 | Saturday, Jun 29, 2024 |
| The Orkney Islands are different from mainland Britain and reflect the original 9th century Viking settlement. In addition to Norse heritage are remains of prehistoric monuments such as Stenness Standing Stones at Finstown. Steep-roofed stone houses line streets winding around medieval St. Magnus Cathedral. A museum featuring Orkney artifacts is housed in 16th-century Tankerness House. Other attractions include Maes Howe, Britain's best-preserved megalithic tomb, and the stone-age village Skara Brae. Rock circles, cairns, standing stones, ancient tombs and prehistoric villages are scattered about, gaining these islands international recognition. Only the walls and tower of the 12-century residence, Bishop's Palace, stand. The top of the tower affords a great view of the cathedral and across Kirkwall rooftops. Earl's Palace dates from 1600. Its style blends medieval fierceness with elements of French Renaissance architecture - featuring dungeons, massive fireplaces and magnificent central hall. A good mile south of town is Highland Park - the "most northerly legal distillery in Scotland." | ||
| Fair Isle, Shetland Islands | Sunday, Jun 30, 2024 | Sunday, Jun 30, 2024 |
| Famous for birds, knitwear and historic shipwrecks, Fair Isle is a tiny jewel of an island lying half-way between Orkney and Shetland. | ||
| Lerwick, Shetland Island | Monday, Jul 01, 2024 | Monday, Jul 01, 2024 |
| The Shetland Islands are Great Britain's most northerly islands, situated nearly fifty miles northeast of the Orkneys. Lerwick is the capital of the principal island of Mainland and is Britain's most northerly town. Founded on the fishing industry and with strong Viking connections, little now remains of the old village of Lerwick. Features of interest include the Cromwellian Fort Charlotte and annual Norse fire festival, Up-Helly-Aa, held every January. On the southern tip of the island is Jarlshof, site of ruins of several Stone Age and Bronze Age dwellings as well as wheel-houses from the Iron Age. Elsewhere on the island is Clichimin Broch, another prehistoric site containing a Bronze Age fort. | ||
| Unst | Tuesday, Jul 02, 2024 | Tuesday, Jul 02, 2024 |
| No Description Available | ||
| Torshavn, Faroe Islands | Wednesday, Jul 03, 2024 | Wednesday, Jul 03, 2024 |
| Approximately one third of the 50,000 residents of the "Sheep Islands" live in Torshavn. The city has large fishing industries, a seat of a Lutheran bishop and boasts many museums and culture. | ||
| Runevik | Thursday, Jul 04, 2024 | Thursday, Jul 04, 2024 |
| No Description Available | ||
| At Sea | Friday, Jul 05, 2024 | Friday, Jul 05, 2024 |
| No Description Available | ||
| Heimaey | Saturday, Jul 06, 2024 | Saturday, Jul 06, 2024 |
| Heimaey, off the coast of Iceland, is one of 15 volcanic Westman Islands - home to "Keiko" the star of the "Free Willy" movies. The island is buzzing with life and there are some truly spectacular sights. The perfectly formed natural harbor area has tall cliffs tenanted by multitudes of puffin, fulmar and guillemot. Sprangan is a cliff where young islanders are taught the rope swinging sport. Herjólfsdalur Valley has ruins of old farmhouses dating back to 650 AD. The western part of the island provides an opportunity to view outer islands. 'Stórhöfdi' has magnificent views over the island and majestic glaciers of mainland Iceland and is home to the island's largest puffin colony. Two volcanoes in Heimaey are 5,000-year-old "Helgafell" (Holy Mountain) and the Eldfell (Mt. Fire), whose history is more recent and which offers a viewpoint. A road through the lava field passes the center of the volcano's crater, the ruins of a house buried in lava, and the main streets. Skansinn wooden church was donated to the people of Islands by Norway to commemorate the millennium of Christianity in Iceland. | ||
| Stykkisholmur | Sunday, Jul 07, 2024 | Sunday, Jul 07, 2024 |
| Stykkisholmur is a village and municipality that sits on the western region of Iceland. The main financial contributors in the area come from fishing and growing summer month tourism. Stykkisholmur has quickly become one of the most favorite visited towns in Iceland. Enjoy your day while walking through the docks, grab lunch at one of the many cafes in town and visit the famous Library of Water. | ||
| Reykjavik | Monday, Jul 08, 2024 | Monday, Jul 08, 2024 |
| The fire, frost and water symbolized by the red, white and blue of Iceland’s flag are manifested in this land. Reykjavik, or Smoky Bay, was so named in 874 A.D. by Ingolf Arnarson when he sighted the numerous hot springs on the Seltjarnarnes Peninsula. Today this remarkably pollution-free city is wrapped around a sweeping bay and has managed to retain its charming Old-World atmosphere. A pastiche of red-blue-and green-roofed houses together with the tall gray tower of Hallgrim’s Church dominate the skyline. In Old Town, many of the wooden buildings have been lovingly restored and stand side by side with modern timber and concrete structures. There are fine museums and art galleries; historic pubs present activity in late afternoon. The beautiful countryside outside of Reykjavik includes such natural wonders as volcanoes, geysers, glaciers, mountains and spectacular waterfalls. | ||
Detailed Pricing
Arctic Superior Stateroom (Accessible)
Category: YA3Size approximately: 16 - 17 m2. This is a wheelchair accessible cabin. The bed, bathroom and door are adjusted to wheelchair and have a private bathroom and separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa. The third bed is an upper berth.
| Inclusions | Rates |
|---|---|
Cruise Only Terms and conditions |
$ 8547 PER PERSON |
Grand Suite
Category: MGSize approximately: 32 - 37 m2. One or two-room suites on decks 7, 8 and 9 that sleeps up to two people with a TV, and internet access. Some also come with scenic bay window or a private balcony.
| Inclusions | Rates |
|---|---|
Cruise Only Terms and conditions |
$ 15735 PER PERSON |
Inside Stateroom
Category: I2Size approximately: 9 - 15 m2. Cabins on decks 4, 6, 7 and 8 that sleeps up to two people, with a double bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and TV.
| Inclusions | Rates |
|---|---|
Cruise Only Terms and conditions |
$ 5894 PER PERSON |
Outside Stateroom
Category: N2Size approximately: 11 - 12 m2. Cabins on deck 4 that sleeps up to two people, with a double bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and TV.
| Inclusions | Rates |
|---|---|
Cruise Only Terms and conditions |
$ 6778 PER PERSON |
Outside Stateroom
Category: U2Size approximately: Cabins on decks 7 and 8 that sleeps up to two people, with a double bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and TV.
| Inclusions | Rates |
|---|---|
Cruise Only Terms and conditions |
$ 8193 PER PERSON |
Deck Plans
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Ship Overview
| Statistics | |
|---|---|
| Year Built: | 2002 |
| Year Refurbished: | 2021 |
| Year Entered Present Fleet: | 0 |
| Previous name: | MS Midnatsol |
| County of Registry: | |
| Tonnage (GRT): | 16140 |
| PAX (basis 2): | 1344 |
| Max Pax (inc. Uppers): | 822 |
| Passenger Decks: | 7 |
| Number of Crew: | 80 |
| Officers' Nationality: | |
| Cruise/Hotel Staff Nationality: | |
| Stateroom | |
|---|---|
| Suites with balcony: | 0 |
| Suites (no balcony) | 0 |
| Ocean View with balcony | 0 |
| Ocean View (no balcony) | 0 |
| Accomodations Inside | 12 |
| Total number of accomodations in all categories | 295 |
Reviews
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Submit Your Own Review!All rates are per person, based on double occupancy, valid for North American residents only and are subject to availability and change without notice and voyage only. The ship departure date determines the price of your voyage. Not all cabin grades are available on all ships. Prices for cabin grade D on request.
For voyages 9 nights or longer, cabin assignments are complimentary. For reservations less than 9 nights, guests may reserve specific cabins: $150 per cabin for northbound and $125 per cabin southbound voyages.
Single Supplement: applies and varies based on desired travel date.
Price Does Not Include:
- International flights
- Travel protection
- Baggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
- Optional treatments in the onboard wellness and spa area
Notes
- All planned activities are subject to weather and ice conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- No gratuities are expected
All fares are quoted in US Dollars.
Information and pricing is subject to change without notice. While we do our very best to ensure that information and pricing appearing in this website is complete and accurate, we cannot be responsible for incomplete and inaccurate representations, which may or may not be under our control. In the event of a pricing issue, misrepresentation or omission, we reser the right to adjust the pricing or make nay other changes. Prices shown are in USD unless stated otherwise.
