Northern Lights, Scenic Norway Rail & Sail

Your holiday begins as you fly overnight from Australia to Oslo.

Oslo, the vibrant capital of Norway, seamlessly combines modernity with natural beauty. The city boasts an impressive array of museums, including the iconic Munch Museum and the Viking Ship Museum, showcasing Norway’s rich history and culture.

Embark a high-speed train to Myrdal, where you’ll experience the iconic Flåm Rail, one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world. Your 20-kilometre journey to Flåm affords views of spectacular nature, historical cultural landscapes, and spectacular engineering.

Following breakfast, you’ll continue your adventure with a boat journey affording outstanding vistas en route to Gudvangen. From this pretty village, you’ll savour a scenic fjord cruise through Nærøyfjord, before travelling to Bergen, where you’ll spend two nights.

Bergen is a charming medieval city, gateway to the majestic Norwegian fjords. Explore the historic harbour district of Bryggen, home to multi-coloured houses, seek out the ornate wooden Fantoft Stave Church or savour a traditional Bergen speciality of fiskesuppe.
 

Embark on a remarkable expedition cruise along Norway’s stunning coastline. MS Kong Harald offers her passengers spacious cabins, many situated to enjoy breathtaking views of the Arctic landscape. Combining comfort with adventure, MS Kong Harald promises an unforgettable journey.

As you continue north, you’ll call at Ålesund, renowned for its beautiful art nouveau architecture. Come evening, you’ll arrive in Molde, known as the ‘City of Roses’ due to its sprawling gorgeous gardens.

Discover vibrant Trondheim, home to the impressive Nidaros Cathedral, with a fascinating walking tour before setting sail again this afternoon. Pass the beautiful Kjeungskjær lighthouse and numerous islets and rocky outcrops before calling at Rørvik.

Today, you’ll cross over into the Arctic Circle, where you’ll have the best chance of seeing the Northern Lights. Experience Saltstraumen, the world’s most powerful maelstrom before arriving at the Lofoten Islands where you’ll get a taste of genuine Viking life.

Among your onshore stops today will be Tromsø, the perfect place to enjoy typical local activities including skiing, dog sledding and whale safaris. You’ll also get a fantastic opportunity to witness more of those ethereal Northern Lights.

Honningsvåg is the gateway to the spectacular North Cape. Take an excursion to the North Cape plateau, for an exciting snowmobile trip through enchanting scenery, and learn how the local Sámi people use nature to survive.

The wintry landscape in Kirkenes is perfect for snowmobile and dog sledding adventures. This is the turning point in your Hurtigruten cruise, as you now commence your return voyage back to Bergen.
 

As you continue south, you’ll stop at a number of ports to enjoy spectacular scenery, local specialities, and historic landmarks. In Mehamn, the fresh winter air and clear, starry skies are perfect for seeing the Northern Lights.

The island groups of Lofoten and Vesterålen offer some of the most stunning scenery that you’ll encounter during your adventure. Enjoy a stop at Svolvær, where you’ll be able to experience a thrilling horseback ride at sunset.

Today you’ll sail past mountain ranges with unique formations that have inspired many myths and legends. The Seven Sisters are allegedly the daughters of a Troll king who escaped his strict control until daylight turned them to stone.
 

Today you’ll get another opportunity to explore the city of Trondheim before sailing through the majestic Trondheimsfjord, Norway’s third longest fjord. In Kristiansund, you’ll get a sense of the importance of the fishing industry to Norway’s coastal communities.

Today you’ll get your final glimpses of the Norwegian Fjords and the wildly beautiful coastlines, before disembarking the Hurtigruten upon arrival back in Bergen.

The city boasts a treasure trove of late-Renaissance and Rococo architecture. See the fabled statue of Hans Christian Andersen’s Little Mermaid, and stroll along the old harbour of Nyhavn.

Your holiday complete, today you’ll head to the airport for your overnight flight home.