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91 Day 10. Honningsvåg, North Cape Arrive in Honningsvåg, Europe's northernmost town considered the gateway to the North Cape. You are free to discover the town, with its brightly coloured houses and picturesque bay, or perhaps head to the cape and visit its brilliant visitor centre. BLD Day 11. Kirkenes, Disembark Ship, Pasvik Valley Reach Kirkenes this morning where you'll disembark the ship for the final time. During the day, enjoy an excursion to Pasvik Valley National Park. Admire magnificent Langfjord before arriving at Bioforsk Botanical Gardens. Here, many perennial plants from as far away as China and Alaska are set out in colourful displays. There are also exhibitions on the local wildlife, including brown bears and elk. Later, you'll enjoy lunch in a Viking longhouse, before touring a husky kennel. Back in Kirkenes tonight, enjoy a Farewell Dinner. Stay: Kirkenes, Thon Hotel. BLD Day 12. Depart Kirkenes After breakfast this morning, transfer to the airport for your onward flight. B Dovre Railway 2 Oslo 2 Cruise Rail Stay (no. of nights) Lofoten Islands Bøstad Trondheim Bodø Svolvær Honningsvåg Kirkenes Nordland Railway Tromsø Troll ord 2 1 1 3 Hurtigruten Ship Norway A rctic C ircl e Tour Notes 2017 Dates & Prices Day 6. Bodø, Lofoten Islands, Svolvær After a leisurely morning in Bodø, you'll board a Hurtigruten ship and discover the beauty of the Lofoten Islands. This afternoon travel from Bodø to Svolvær, the tiny capital of the Lofoten Islands. Described as Europe's most dramatic and spectacular islands, the Lofoten Islands are tethered to mainland Norway by a series of bridges and tunnels. Here exist countless small fishing communities, their picturesque houses built on timber piles with seawater under the floorboards and imposing cliffs towering above. Two Nights: Svolvær, Thon Hotel Lofoten. B Day 7. Svolvær, Lofoten Islands, Trollfjord Re-board a Hurtigruten ship continue your discovery of the Lofoten Islands. This region is home to an abundance of sea life and bird species, including puffins, seals and whales. Following a light lunch of local fish soup, sail into Trollfjord. With steep, narrow sides, this stunning fjord is two kilometres in length and only 100 metres wide at its mouth. Keep an eye out for majestic sea eagles as they swoop and dive for their prey. Return to your hotel in Svolvær. BL Day 8. Svolvær, Bøstad Today's excursion takes you to Bøstad via a lovely scenic drive along the winding coastal roads and bridges that link the Lofoten Islands. Enjoy some time to browse the Lofotr Viking Museum, which depicts island life over a period of one thousand years. Later, visit an organic cheese maker for a tasting of the produce. On your return journey back to Svolvær, stop at Unstad Beach. Enjoy dinner at your hotel then join the Hurtigruten ship for your three night adventure from the Arctic Ocean to the Barents Sea, exploring the fjords and the picturesque Lofoten Islands. Three Nights: Hurtigruten Ship. BD Day 9. Tromsø Dock in Tromsø, Norway's largest city, which stands on its own forest- covered island. You can explore on your own or take one of the ship's optional excursions, such as whale watching or kayaking. Tonight, weather permitting, you may be able to see the Midnight Sun. Every 'night' when skies are clear, the sun stays above the horizon for 24 hours, casting intense daylight colours and shadows that are a delight to see – be sure to have your camera at the ready! BLD Lofoten Islands & the Midnight Sun 1. Discover the beauty of Norway's stunning Lofoten Islands 12 Days – Oslo to Kirkenes (RJTNLJ12) 1 SAVE $1,000 per couple* See page 24 for details Prices include transfers, port charges and tipping. Porterage is not included. Prices are based on an Inside cabin on a Hurtigruten Ship (double-bedded cabins are not available, please enquire about upgrading to an Outside cabin). Itinerary and hotels may be subject to change. Please see pages 114-115 for full terms & conditions. (A$) Per Person Twin Share Solo Traveller May 20. $5,995 $7,645 June 18. $5,995 $7,645 July 2. $5,995 $7,645 travelmarvel.com.au/RJTNLJ12