Hurtigruten
Northern Lights Christmas Voyages and Tours
Sami Day and Reindeer Races
8 Days / 7 Nights
Prices from £1111pp
Departs 3 February 2009
This itinerary enjoys a relaxing voyage from Bergen to Tromsø followed by three nights in the Arctic Capital itself, to coincide with the annual Sami reindeer racing championships.
Setting sail from Bergen, we keep our eyes open for the magnificent Northern Lights as we enjoy the voyage north to Tromsø, where we arrive during the week of local festivities following 6 February,the official Sami National Day - the date when the first Sami congress was held in 1917.
The highlight of these celebrations is the annual reindeer racing championships, which take place in the centre of Tromsø on 8 February. Wrap up warm to enjoy the spectacle as competitors try to stay upright on their skis behind their reindeer as they gallop down the snow-covered streets, reaching top speeds of 60km per hour.
As part of this special departure, we include a visit to Ramfjord, an area of ancient Sami traditions. Here we have the opportunity to hear traditional Sami singing, known as Joik and listen to their stories. A light meal is included.
Itinerary
Day 1
Fly to Bergen, transfer to the quay and join the voyage to Tromsø. Four nights on board (D).
Days 2 - 4
Voyage along the stunning Norwegian coastline (B, D).
Day 5
Arrive in Tromsø, transfer to our centrally located hotel for the next three nights. Free time to join local events or an optional dog sledge excursion (B).
Day 6
Enjoy the local events and the final reindeer race. Optional Arctic Gourmet Dinner (B).
Day 7
Sami excursion to Ramfjord, optional walking tour of Tromsø available (B).
Day 8
Transfer to airport for return flight.
Key: B – Breakfast, D – Dinner.
Excursions
Art Nouveau Tour - Ålesund
£20pp, pre-bookable
Trondheim with Nidaros Cathedral
£31pp, bookable on board
Lofoten Viking Feast
£79pp, bookable on board
Dog Sledging - Tromsø
£125pp, pre-bookable
Arctic Gourmet Dinner - Tromsø
£95pp, pre-bookable
Theatrical City Walk - Tromsø
£30pp, pre-bookable
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