In Search of the Northern Lights at Christmas

This adventure into the Arctic wilderness offers the chance to spot the awe-inspiring Northern Lights during the festive season. After celebrating Christmas Day on board with everything taken care of, experience the maritime tradition of crossing the Arctic Circle, making your Boxing Day even more special. Balmoral’s smaller size comes to the fore as we take you on a scenic shortcut through the Tjeldsundet Strait – out of reach to larger ships. Overnight stays in Tromsø and Alta will allow ample time to search for the lights, take a husky sledding ride, or connect with the local Sámi culture. Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Trondheim before rounding off your journey with a day in Ålesund.

Marvel at the breathtaking Northern Lights, as the night skies come alive with vibrant colours

Two huskies looking into the camera, tied to a sleigh in the snow

Experience Arctic adventures such as husky sledding, snowshoe hiking, and snowmobiling through winter landscapes

Connect with Sámi culture, learning about traditions like reindeer herding and the warmth of lavvu tents

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Trondheim and conclude your Arctic adventure with a visit to the charming town of Ålesund.

Comfortable, stylish cabins and suites equipped with a Smart TV, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities, a fridge and individually controlled air conditioning
A tempting choice of cuisine every day throughout your cruise – with five-course à la carte dinners, casual breakfast and lunch buffets, late-night snacks and much more
Unlimited, self-service tea and coffee available 24hrs at selected venues, complimentary afternoon tea* with sandwiches and cakes, and in-room sandwiches and snacks
A full programme of evening entertainment, including cabaret shows, comedy, dancing and live music
Full use of on board leisure facilities, including swimming pools, Jacuzzis and gym
A wide choice of engaging on board activities and lectures throughout the day
All UK port taxes (where collectable in advance)
Luggage porterage between your cabin and the drop-off/pick-up point
Formal welcome and/or Captain’s Drinks Party and Gala Buffet

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Rules may have changed since you last travelled to European Union countries as well as Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. The following are useful guidelines which will help you prepare for your next adventure. You do require government issued passport to travel.

Names - It is very important that all passenger names are exactly as per your passport although we do not require middle names.

Passport - Your passport must meet two requirements to travel to an EU country and to Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. It must be: Less than 10 years old on the day you return home (please check the "date of issue") and valid for at least 3 months after the day you return home (please check the "expiry date").

Visa - You do not need a visa for short trips to most EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. You’ll be able to stay for up to 90 days in any rolling 180-day period.

European Entry/Exit Scheme (EES) - EES is the new electronic entry/exit system for European countries which will replace the physical stamping of your passport. The expected date for its introduction is 10 November 2024. From this date, it means that when you go through passport control on arrival, you will need to produce your passport for checking as you do now, but also have your photograph taken and fingerprints scanned. The system will register your entry on arrival and your exit when departing. You will only need to do this on your first entry into Europe after the scheme starts.
Please note: Irish passport holders or British Passport holders with an EU residency are currently excluded. For those travelling via Eurostar, there is a dual British and French/Belgian) border in operational at St Pancras International. Therefore the EES system will be in place at the station, you will not need to be checked again on arrival at the other side. For further information please visit the ABTA website here.

European Travel Information & Authorisation System (ETIAS) - Due to commence in 2025, all citizens of the United Kingdom will require a ETIAS electronic form completed prior to their arrival into the EU and Schengen member countries. The cost for this travel authorisation will be €7.00 per person with exceptions for under 18’s and over 70’s. The latest information and further details can be found at www.etias.com.

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