Embark on an extraordinary Scandinavian adventure with Hurtigruten Norwegian Coastal Express‘ best-selling ‘Follow the Lights’ escorted small-group tour.
Designed exclusively by the coastal experts, this tour now offers 2024/25 departures, presenting an unparalleled opportunity for an unforgettable experience. Here are the benefits of booking with Hurtigruten.
Escorted Small Group tour:
Your clients will be part of a small group with up to 24 like-minded travellers, led by local experts who were born and raised on the very coast guests will explore in search of the awe-inspiring Northern Lights. This journey offers a choice of north or southbound itineraries, with the northbound route commencing from Oslo, Norway’s vibrant capital. Here, a grand city tour awaits, providing a fascinating prelude to the adventures ahead.
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Adventure-packed:
Throughout this tour, your clients will experience a seamless blend of land, sea, and rail travel, creating an enchanting voyage of discovery. Highlights include a ride on the renowned Flam Railway, the signature Hurtigruten voyage through beautiful Norwegian Fjords, cherished for 130 years by Norwegians and tourists alike.
Authentic Experiences:
This extraordinary adventure encourages your clients to explore the region like true locals, visiting charming hamlets, picturesque fjords, crossing the Arctic Circle, and marvelling at the spectacular Northern Lights. Immersive experiences, such as husky sleigh rides and overnight stays in remarkable accommodations like the Snowhotel, add an extra touch of magic to the journey. The tour also includes an optional extension to explore the Medieval town of Tallinn in Estonia before concluding the adventure in Helsinki.
Coastal Cuisine:
A culinary delight awaits your clients with the onboard Norway’s Coastal Kitchen concept, where food and community unite. Strong partnerships with over 50 local Norwegian suppliers means that over 80% of the ingredients in the onboard restaurants are fresh and locally sourced. From Arctic char and king crab to award-winning cheese, smoked sausages, local brews, and spirits, your clients will savour the true flavours of the coast, from fjord to fork.
Northern Lights promise:
With Hurtigruten’s original ‘Northern Lights Promise,’ your clients are guaranteed an extraordinary experience. In the rare event that the Northern Lights don’t grace the aurora season cruise, your guests will receive a 6 or 7-day classic voyage for free*, ensuring complete peace of mind.
A Greener Future:
Hurtigruten’s commitment to sustainability is at the heart of this journey. Having banned single-use plastic throughout their fleet in 2018, they’ve initiated one of Europe’s largest environmental ship upgrades. The fleet now includes environmentally upgraded battery-hybrid powered ships like MS Richard With and MS Kong Harald, further reducing CO2 and nitrogen oxide emissions. Your clients can be proud to support a sustainable green fleet, with Hurtigruten’s Sea Zero research project driving the mission to build the first zero-emission passenger ship by 2030.
Offer your clients an opportunity to explore Scandinavia like never before, witness the magical Northern Lights, savour coastal cuisine, and support a greener future with Hurtigruten’s Follow the Lights tour. Secure their spot on one of the 24/25 departures now for a journey that leaves a lasting impact on both them and the world around them.
Two itineraries:
- 15-day Follow the Lights Southbound; Priced from $8,403 pp twin share — based on 10 Oct 2024 departure, subject to availability
17-day Follow the Lights Northbound; From $8,986 pp twin share — based on 30 Oct 2024 departure, subject to availability