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From as low as $3728* per person twin share, the 16-day self-guided Complete Norway tours showcases Norway’s highlights while in search for the enchanted Northern Lights in winter, and the Midnight Sun during Summer.After arriving and spending the night in Oslo, the ‘Norway in a Nutshell’ journey sees travellers board the Flåm Railway to enjoy one of the world’s most scenic rail journeys, passing through farmland, forests and glacier capped mountains. Spend the night in Flåm before sailing through the picturesque Aurlandsfjord to Gudvangen. From here the journey continues by road and rail to historic Bergen.

An overnight stay in Bergen is included prior to joining the ship and commencing the Classic Round Trip Voyage. Guests will visit delightful villages, sail through picturesque fjords, and visit coastal communities whilst crossing the Arctic Circle, allowing explorers to gaze at the night sky in search of the Northern Lights as they spend their voyage along the breathtaking Norwegian coastline.

Make this journey one to remember and immerse yourself in rich Scandinavian history. Go dog-sledging and taste beer from the world’s northernmost brewery in Tromsø, go ice dipping in the icy Arctic Ocean, stroll through scenic streets of numerous towns and sail through currents mastered by the Vikings of eons past A voyage along Norway’s coastline is more than a cruise through whimsical nature, it is also a culinary experience. Known as ‘Norway’s Coastal Kitchen’, Hurtigruten Norwegian Coastal Express puts high importance on attaining and preparing locally farmed food.

Working with local suppliers along the entire coast, the voyage aims to serve guests with the freshest, most delicious produce possible obtained in the most sustainable way.

Between Bergen and Kirkenes, travellers can taste lamb from Geiranger, king crab from the Barents Sea, cheese and cod from Lofoten, reindeer from Finnmark and apples from Hardanger. The local deliveries reduce food miles and optimise the use of port facilities, not only making it good for the environment, but also inspiring its chefs to create exciting first-class dishes to nourish and delight guests.

From ocean to plate, while relaxing on board the ship or experiencing one of many Nordic excursions, local fishermen are out securing the day’s catch, such as Arctic char from the deep, cold waters of Sigerfjord in Vesterålen.

On board the ship, you may choose to upgrade your culinary experience to Kysten Fine Dining and choose from a wide selection of innovative dishes based on high quality, local produce that each have a unique story to tell. Enjoy everything from ultra-fresh seafood to sustainably cultivated root vegetables and free-range reindeer meat, along with exceptional cheeses from selected small-scale producers. Top off your feast with mouthwatering Scandinavian desserts, inspired by the two extremities of Arctic light – the Midnight Sun and Polar Night.

For those travelling in the winter months from October through to March, this package is complete with Hurtigruten Norwegian Coastal Express’ signature, Northern Lights Promise. Should nature’s wonderous Aurora Borealis not appear, at least once during your voyage along the Norwegian coastline, travellers will receive another 6 or 7-day
Classic Voyage, free of charge. With endless things to see and do on your coastal voyage in Norway, book a trip onboard Hurtigruten Norwegian Coastal Express for the 2022/23 season. *Terms and conditions apply. For more information on the Complete Norway tours, visit: www.hurtigruten.com.au