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In Search of the Northern Lights

On this two-week cruise to Northern Norway, you may be lucky enough to see the dancing lights of the Aurora Borealis illuminate the night sky while cruising in the Arctic Ocean and ashore during extended stays in Tromsø and Alta. After visiting Ålesund and sailing past Torghatten, a mountain with a hole through its centre, you can experience the maritime tradition of crossing the Arctic Circle. Enjoy an overnight stay in the ‘Gateway to the Arctic’, Tromsø, before heading to Alta, ideal for husky sledding tours and spending time with local Sámi people to learn about their way of life. Elsewhere, you will have the chance to explore the rugged Vesterålen archipelago and the historic city of Bergen.

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

Deepen your knowledge of the Aurora Borealis, uncovering the science and mysteries behind this awe-inspiring phenomenon

Arrive: Early AM

Depart: Late PM

Bergen
Compact and friendly, Bergen was once a great trading city within the Hanseatic League and is the birthplace of composer Edvard Grieg. It remains Norway's second city and, despite being sheltered from the sea by its seven hills and outlying islands, is unashamedly nautical in outlook. Visit the vibrant harbour and fish market, stroll past the wooden warehouses of Bryggen (the old town) and take the Fløibanen funicular to the summit of Mount Fløyen.

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

Departure point	Departure date		Price (per person)	Availability
Portsmouth	December 2024		from £0 pp	1 date available
Portsmouth	07 Dec 2024 Saturday 15 days 21 Dec 2024 Saturday		from £799

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.

Terms & Conditions

These Terms and Conditions are in addition to Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' (FOCL) standard Terms and Conditions which are available online and on request. Both must be read before booking. All offers may be withdrawn or amended at any time without prior notice, cannot be combined, are subject to availability and cannot be applied retrospectively.

± Free case of Virgin Wines offer applies to Fred.Olsen ocean cruise bookings made with Newmarket Holidays. This Virgin Wines offer applies to new bookings only booked between 21st November and 2nd December 2024 inclusive. This offer is valid on new bookings only on all Fred.Olsen sailings and does not apply to any other Newmarket Holidays products. This offer has no cash value. Customers' 6 mix case of virgin wines will be delivered within 4-weeks of return from a qualifying cruise. This offer is subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time.

Black Friday savings on selected 2024 & 2025 cruises: offer applicable on selected December 2024 to June 2025 sailings, for new bookings made from 21/11/2024 to 02/12/24 inclusive. The Black Friday savings vary per cruise, with savings from £100 per person up to £300 per person, based on up to two guests per cabin. The prices shown include the Black Friday savings discount and are based on Saver Fare terms & conditions. Black Friday offers may be withdrawn or amended at any time without prior notice, cannot be combined, are subject to availability and cannot be applied retrospectively. Bookings made via Tour Operators are excluded from all promotional offers

Newmarket Holidays reserves the right to cancel, change or amend any tour. Holidays booked with Newmarket Holidays, are financially protected in accordance with ABTA, ATOL & ABTOT regulations. Newmarket Holidays Limited is a company registered in England and Wales. Registered number: 02238316.

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