When it comes to travelling in Europe there are many options, with something to suit everyone’s style and budget.
Nothing however beats authenticity, so what can get better than experiencing your destination like a local with the locals. Tasting the regional specialities, visiting hidden gems and getting to know the local history and customs simply bring the destination around you to life as you travel.
When it comes to a beautiful destination like Norway nobody does this better than Hurtigruten. Steeped in a rich history Hurtigruten have been connecting the Norwegian costal ports from South to North since 1893, even influencing the position of lighthouses along the route.
If your idea of a perfect trip to Europe leans more towards the side of exploration, the great outdoors and soft adventure, including ample opportunities to immerse yourself in the history, culture and tastes of your destination then there is no better place to experience than Norway.
The Norwegian Fjords will literally take your breath away! The coastal scenery looks spectacular in any season, but personally we love the winter or early spring. There is nothing quite like a coating of snow to add a bit more romance and special ambience to the stunning scenery on show. Plus Winter adds that rare opportunity to see the beautiful Northern Lights
Hurtigruten ships are working vessels that literally connect the coastal communities of Norway, picking up and dropping off both passengers and cargo throughout the journey. The voyage from Bergen through to Kirkeness can be taken as a 12 day round trip, or can be split in to sections to allow you to explore different regions of Norway.
By far the most popular itinerary for Kiwis is our “Follow the Lights” package.
This 18 day ready made itinerary Includes some of the world’s most beautiful landscapes and the wonder of the Northern Lights on an escorted small group tour through Norway and Finland.
Follow the Lights route map
With 30 departures between 24 Sep 2022 and 16 Mar 2023 there are lots of opportunities to make this work for your travel dates from New Zealand. PLUS we offer a fantastic range of connecting flight options from Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch with Finnair.
This fantastic package includes our “Norway in a Nutshell” experience from Oslo to Bergen, 7-day iconic Hurtigruten Northbound Coastal Voyage, Land-based journey through Finland. Highlights include, Guided city tours of Oslo, Bergen, Helsinki, and Tallinn, Husky and reindeer experiences, an Insight into Sami culture and of course the chance to see the Northern Lights.
This 18 day package starts from around NZD$8799 per person with most Breakfast, Lunch & Dinners included. Flights from NZ are additional, ask us about our Finnair options which also offer great value Premium Economy & Business Class options.
Bonus for you! Book by 30 April and you will also receive a AUD$500 onboard credit per cabin. Your bonus onboard credit could see you upgrade to a fine dining experience onboard, enjoy a sundowner on the deck, or join one of the 70+ optional land excursions. Our personal favourite is the Husky Sled Tour in Tromso
If you would like to see more of the real Norway, scan the QR code below to see how we experienced Norway with Hurtigruten, we hope our journey inspires you to try it too.
If you feel like taking the adventure a little bit further we also have Hurtigruten Expedition voyages to the Arctic, Antarctica, Alaska and the Galápagos Islands
Talk to our Kiwi Cruise Specialists today Freephone: 0800 99 44 88
