11 Night Cruise sailing from Bergen roundtrip onboard Polarlys.

Detailed Itinerary:

Day 1 Embarkation in Bergen

Ports visited today: Bergen

Before sailing from Bergen, you may wish to explore this cultural gateway to the fjords. Spend some time in one of the outdoor cafes and restaurants in the Bryggen district, a recognised UNESCO World Heritage Site. Other attractions in Bergen include the Flribanen Funicular, the Fish Market, and Fantoft Stave Church.

Day 2 Ĺlesund and Geirangerfjord

Ports visited today: Florr, Mľlry, Torvik, Ĺlesund, Molde

We sail further north to Ĺlesund, a beautiful town and a perfect example of the Art Nouveau style. Then we will sail into the spectacular UNESCO listed Geirangerfjord (departures between 15 April and 14 September)
where you can enjoy a scenic excursion including a spectacular drive down the winding Trollstigen Pass.

Day 3 The Royal City of Trondheim

Ports visited today: Kristiansund, Trondheim, Rrrvik.

The architecture and surroundings in Trondheim create a beautiful setting for any outing, should you prefer a guided tour in Nidaros Cathedral or a casual stroll through Bakklandet. In the evening we continue towards the land of the Midnight Sun.

Day 4 Arctic Circle and Lofoten Islands

Ports visited today: Brrnnrysund, Sandnessjren, Nesna, Rrnes, Bodr, Stamsund, Svolvær.

Crossing the Arctic Circle is one of the highlights before we arrive in Rrnes. The Arctic Circle marks the southern extremity of the polar, 24-hour sunlit day - often referred to as the "Midnight Sun". In the evening we reach Svolvær, the administrative center of the Lofoten Islands. These islands are renowned for their small fishing villages with their bohemian atmosphere surrounded by majestic granite cliffs and white sandy beaches. Complete your visit with a stroll between the stock-fish racks and 'rorbuer', the traditional, red fishermen's residences.

Day 5 Tromsr, the gateway to the Arctic

Ports visited today: Stokmarknes, Sortland, Risryhamn, Harstad, Finnsnes, Tromsr, Skjervry.

During the night we pass the magnificent Trollfjord and sail through the spectacular and narrow Raftsund strait. Here, you can admire the rugged mountainous landscape jutting up against the horizon under the endless sun. We continue to Tromsr, a city with many lively restaurants and cafes.

Day 6 Honningsvľg and the North Cape

Ports visited today: Rksfjord, Hammerfest, Havrysund, Honningsvľg, Kjrllefjord, Mehamn, Berlevľg.

Today we arrive in Honningsvľg, the starting point of our excursion to the spectacular North Cape, the northernmost point of mainland Europe. From the fishing village of Kjrllefjord you can get a "Taste of Lapland", meeting a real Sami family.

Day 7 Kirkenes, the voyage turning point

Ports visited today: Bľtsfjord, Vardr, Vadsr, Kirkenes.

The vistas and sea life become more dramatic as we approach Kirkenes, just a few miles from the Russian border and the Sami communities of northern Scandinavia.

Day 7 Kirkenes, the voyage south begins

Ports visited today: Kirkenes, Vardr, Bľtsfjord, Berlevľg.

Summer in Kirkenes is superb with 86°F degree temperatures at its hottest. The town is known as the capital of the Barents Region and the gateway to the east, with people here speaking Norwegian, Sami, Finnish and Russian. As we turn south, the northbound ports previously visited by night are now seen by day.

Day 8 Hammerfest and Tromsr

Ports visited today: Mehamn, Kjrllefjord, Honningsvľg, Havrysund, Hammerfest, Rksfjord, Skjervry, Tromsr.

Start the day with a summer breakfast at the North Cape Hall (optional excursion), which is firmly perched on the massive cliff marking the northernmost tip of mainland Europe. From here we make a stop in Hammerfest before our next major port of call, Tromsr, where you can take part in a very special musical experience, the Arctic Cathedral Midnight Concert.

Day 9 Vesterľlen and Lofoten Islands

Ports visited today: Tromsr, Finnsnes, Harstad, Risryhamn, Sortland, Stokmarknes, Svolvær, Stamsund.

Passing through the Lofoten Islands the ship negotiates a stunning network of inlets and isles, before moving on to what is the highlight of the voyage for many, a possible detour into the spectacular and dramatic Trollfjord. Join us on a fantastic safari by RIB- boat through the Lofoten archipelago under the Midnight Sun!

Day 10 Arctic Circle, Seven Sisters

Ports visited today: Bodr, Rrnes, Nesna, Sandnessjren, Brrnnrysund, Rrrvik.

As we sail past the Helgeland coast you can enjoy views of the hundreds of islets, fertile farmland and lush meadows. Today will also be our last one north of the Arctic Circle. The Vega Archipelago, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is close to our call in Sandnessjren.

Day 11 Trondheim and Kristiansund

Ports visited today: Trondheim, Kristiansund, Molde, Ĺlesund.

We arrive in Trondheim in the early morning. Nidaros Cathedral, in which three Queens and seven Kings have been crowned, is Scandinavia's largest medieval building and worth a visit. The town of Kristiansund, located on the scenic Atlantic Road, holds the rather obscure title of Norway's 'cured cod capital' owing to the nature of its main export.

Day 12 Bergen, disembarkation

Ports visited today: Ĺlesund, Torvik, Mľlry, Florr, Bergen.

Our arrival in Bergen sees the end of this magnificent summer journey.