Arctic
Norway
Arctic
Arctic
An unforgettable journey from Amsterdam to Bergen emulating ancient Norse sagas. Transit the Kiel Canal, spend an overnight in Berlin, and explore Copenhagen and majestic Norwegian fjords on a unique northern expedition.
Duration: 14 days / 13 nights on board.
Starts: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Ends: Bergen, Norway
Language: English speaking voyage
The itinerary is a guide only and is subject to change due to weather and ice conditions. Your Captain and Expedition Leader will make the necessary adjustments to ensure the best possible experience.
Polar Plunge More info about this activity
The ultimate icy challenge! The Polar Plunge is a classic rite of passage for every explorer, it is a heart-pumping experience that earns you a badge of courage and unforgettable memories.
Ship Cruise More info about this activity
Not only we travel from one point to another and find our shelter on board the ship we chose. We also enjoy from incredible scenery, landscapes and interactions that only our noble vessel can provide.
Everyday the Bridge Team navigates the ship to position ourselves on the best posible spots, looking for unique opportunities.
Many times, this includes sainig through narrow passages, on the vicinity of glaciers or entering bays and fjords only approachable from the ship.
Enjoy this incredible places from the comfort of the common areas on board, open decks or your own private balcony!
Shore Excursion More info about this activity
Shore excursions are the backbone of almost all itineraries, with most ships making landfall at least once every day once they reach their destination. The weather plays a huge role in your daily itinerary, although given the sheer array of fantastic landing sites all over there are plenty of options your Captain and Expedition Leader can choose from. On-shore excursions allow you to visit scientific research stations, communities, prominent wildlife colonies and take hikes to elevated viewing points for fantastic photography.
Photo Workshop More info about this activity
The photography workshops are composed of onboard lectures and practical activities led by dedicated expedition guide. Each session is meant to give you additional skills you can put into immediate practice out in nature.
You'll become more familiar with your own camera equipment while also learning best practices for taking pictures of moving wildlife and wide-open terrain in typical polar conditions, such as dim lighting and falling snow.
Zodiac cruising More info about this activity
On board the Zodiac you will discover a world of possibilities; accessing the most exclusive landing sites, cruising the coast in search of wildlife or simply enjoying a tour in the calm of the polar regions in search of marine wildlife or bird colonies.
The blue ice an its intimate presence is experienced at its best on zodiac tours.
It is not uncommon to meet curious seals, or humpback whales feeding.
Enrichment Program More info about this activity
Expedition cruising must be one of the most incredible ways of travelling. Not only for the amazing places you visit and the unforgetable wildlife but for the wildlife, the sensory overload and the unimaginable memories.
But all of this needs a context in order to understand where you are and what you are experiencing.
On board your expedition vessell you will find a group of experts, naturalists, zodiac drivers and guides that that will translate the language of nature for you, telling you the stories of the places you are visiting, reviewing the historical, biological, ecological and geological aspects of your trips.
You will experience first hand what surrounds you and arrive back home wiser and loaded with new knowledge.
Hiking More info about this activity
Hiking options include very easy beach hikes (good for photographers who need time for photography), easier short hikes, medium-difficulty extended hikes, and more challenging long hikes.
Boat Excursions More info about this activity
One of the most popular and effective ways to tour around those places that by land are inaccesible, and in the process enjoy the wildlife of the place.
Sailing in the tradition of the ancient Norse sagas, this journey emulates the seafarers, Hanseatic merchants, and dynasties who shaped the northern shores of Europe and Scandinavia. Beginning in Amsterdam, the voyage transits the historic Kiel Canal, an engineering marvel accessible only to smaller vessels. The expedition features an in-depth overnight exploration of Berlin to discover its imperial grandeur, World War II history, and Cold War legacy, before setting sail toward the vibrant culture of Copenhagen and Sweden’s charming car-free island of Marstrand.
Entering Norwegian waters, the saga continues by honoring legendary Vikings and polar explorers at Oslo's famous museums before navigating southern Norway’s breathtaking fjord systems. From cruising the protected waters of Kosterhavet Marine National Park to witnessing the towering granite cliffs of Lysefjord and the glacier-carved beauty of Hardangerfjord, every day presents dramatic scenery. Featuring activity options such as the trek to Pulpit Rock or visiting the roaring Vøringsfossen waterfall, this memorable voyage concludes in the historic port of Bergen.
Highlights:
Daytime transit of the iconic Kiel Canal providing unique waterside views of rural Germany.
Overnight stay in Berlin to explore its rich imperial history, Cold War landmarks, and museums.
Scandinavian cultural immersion in Copenhagen and the picturesque island town of Marstrand in Sweden.
Exploration of Norway's maritime legacy at Oslo’s Viking Age and Fram museums.
Breathtaking nature experiences including the hike to Pulpit Rock and visiting Vøringsfossen waterfall.
Day 1: Amsterdam – embark (Port: IJmuiden)
Beginning of the journey
Arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and transfer to the Embarkation Suite. Enjoy time at leisure before the group transfer to the ship in the late afternoon. After settling into your cabin, attend mandatory safety briefings and enjoy a welcome dinner onboard.
Day 2: At Sea
Sailing and onboard presentations
A full day at sea to meet your fellow passengers and the expedition team. Attend educational presentations on navigation and the German coastline while relaxing and enjoying the ship's amenities before entering the Kiel Canal.
Day 3: Brunsbüttel - Traverse the Kiel Canal
Historic inland waterway transit
Full daytime transit of the iconic 98-kilometer Kiel Canal slicing through Schleswig-Holstein. Enjoy front-row views of working locks, wide green meadows, red-brick farmhouses, and serene rural German landscapes from the open decks.
Day 4: Wismar & Schwerin (Port: Wismar)
Castles and Hanseatic heritage
Arrive in Wismar and drive inland to explore Schwerin Castle, the grand seat of the Dukes of Mecklenburg-Schwerin. In the afternoon, return to Wismar for free time to wander its historic Hanseatic streets, stepped gables, and market squares.
Day 5: Rostock – Berlin overnight (Port: Rostock Warnemünde)
Exploring the German capital
Disembark in Rostock and drive to Berlin for an overnight stay. Join a local guide through the historic heart, visiting Unter den Linden, the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, the Topography of Terror, remaining sections of the Berlin Wall, and the Jewish Museum.
Day 6: Berlin - Rostock (Port: Rostock)
Berlin culture and re-boarding
Enjoy a free morning in Berlin to visit Museum Island, the DDR Museum, Checkpoint Charlie, or climb the Reichstag glass dome. Early in the afternoon, transfer back to Rostock to reboard the ship and set sail north toward Scandinavia.
Day 7: Copenhagen (Port: Copenhagen)
Scandinavian charm and design
Arrive in Copenhagen. Choose between a morning e-bike tour along the waterfront passing The Little Mermaid, Kastellet, and Amalienborg Palace; or a literary tour visiting Kronborg Castle in Helsingør. Enjoy a free afternoon around the colourful Nyhavn harbour.
Day 8: Marstrand (Anchorage Marstrand – Zodiac transfer)
Swedish island traditions
Arrive at the charming car-free island of Marstrand. Join a 5-kilometer guided walk around the island's granite shorelines. Spend the afternoon exploring the harbor at your own pace or touring the 17th-century Carlsten Fortress.
Day 9: Stromstad (Anchorage Stromstad – Zodiac cruise)
Kosterhavet National Park
Board Zodiacs to explore the protected waters of Kosterhavet National Park, Sweden's first marine national park. Cruise through calm channels and smooth granite islets, observing marine biodiversity, seals, and seabirds.
Day 10: Oslo (Port: Oslo)
Viking heritage and polar explorers
Drive to the Bygdøy peninsula in Oslo to visit the Museum of the Viking Age and the Fram Museum, home to the world's strongest wooden polar expedition ship. Enjoy a free afternoon exploring central Oslo before cruising the Oslofjord in the evening.
Day 11: Mandal (Port: Mandal)
Coastal towns and the far south
Arrive at the coastal town of Mandal around midday to explore its whitewashed wooden houses and historic church at a leisurely pace. Alternatively, join a scenic drive to Lindesnes Lighthouse at the southernmost point of mainland Norway.
Day 12: Forsand at Lysefjord (Anchorage Forsand – Zodiac transfer)
Fjord cruising and Pulpit Rock
Cruise through spectacular Lysefjord beneath towering granite cliffs. Choose between close-up fjord exploration aboard a Zodiac or taking on the celebrated full-day hike to the summit plateau of Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock), soaring 600 meters above the water.
Day 13: Hardangerfjord (Port: Eidfjord)
Roaring waterfalls and Viking heritage
Sail along Hardangerfjord to the hamlet of Eidfjord. Choose between an excursion to the thundering Vøringsfossen waterfall with its stepped canyon bridge, or a cultural walk to the Iron Age Viking burial mounds at Hæreid with traditional bread baking.
Day 14: Bergen (Port: Bergen)
Disembarkation and departure
After breakfast onboard, disembark in Bergen and join the group transfer to the airport for your onward departure flight.
Day 1: Amsterdam – embark (Port: IJmuiden)
Beginning of the journey
Arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and transfer to the Embarkation Suite. Enjoy time at leisure before the group transfer to the ship in the late afternoon. After settling into your cabin, attend mandatory safety briefings and enjoy a welcome dinner onboard.
Day 2: At Sea
Sailing and onboard presentations
A full day at sea to meet your fellow passengers and the expedition team. Attend educational presentations on navigation and the German coastline while relaxing and enjoying the ship's amenities before entering the Kiel Canal.
Day 3: Brunsbüttel - Traverse the Kiel Canal
Historic inland waterway transit
Full daytime transit of the iconic 98-kilometer Kiel Canal slicing through Schleswig-Holstein. Enjoy front-row views of working locks, wide green meadows, red-brick farmhouses, and serene rural German landscapes from the open decks.
Day 4: Wismar & Schwerin (Port: Wismar)
Castles and Hanseatic heritage
Arrive in Wismar and drive inland to explore Schwerin Castle, the grand seat of the Dukes of Mecklenburg-Schwerin. In the afternoon, return to Wismar for free time to wander its historic Hanseatic streets, stepped gables, and market squares.
Day 5: Rostock – Berlin overnight (Port: Rostock Warnemünde)
Exploring the German capital
Disembark in Rostock and drive to Berlin for an overnight stay. Join a local guide through the historic heart, visiting Unter den Linden, the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, the Topography of Terror, remaining sections of the Berlin Wall, and the Jewish Museum.
Day 6: Berlin - Rostock (Port: Rostock)
Berlin culture and re-boarding
Enjoy a free morning in Berlin to visit Museum Island, the DDR Museum, Checkpoint Charlie, or climb the Reichstag glass dome. Early in the afternoon, transfer back to Rostock to reboard the ship and set sail north toward Scandinavia.
Day 7: Copenhagen (Port: Copenhagen)
Scandinavian charm and design
Arrive in Copenhagen. Choose between a morning e-bike tour along the waterfront passing The Little Mermaid, Kastellet, and Amalienborg Palace; or a literary tour visiting Kronborg Castle in Helsingør. Enjoy a free afternoon around the colourful Nyhavn harbour.
Day 8: Marstrand (Anchorage Marstrand – Zodiac transfer)
Swedish island traditions
Arrive at the charming car-free island of Marstrand. Join a 5-kilometer guided walk around the island's granite shorelines. Spend the afternoon exploring the harbor at your own pace or touring the 17th-century Carlsten Fortress.
Day 9: Stromstad (Anchorage Stromstad – Zodiac cruise)
Kosterhavet National Park
Board Zodiacs to explore the protected waters of Kosterhavet National Park, Sweden's first marine national park. Cruise through calm channels and smooth granite islets, observing marine biodiversity, seals, and seabirds.
Day 10: Oslo (Port: Oslo)
Viking heritage and polar explorers
Drive to the Bygdøy peninsula in Oslo to visit the Museum of the Viking Age and the Fram Museum, home to the world's strongest wooden polar expedition ship. Enjoy a free afternoon exploring central Oslo before cruising the Oslofjord in the evening.
Day 11: Mandal (Port: Mandal)
Coastal towns and the far south
Arrive at the coastal town of Mandal around midday to explore its whitewashed wooden houses and historic church at a leisurely pace. Alternatively, join a scenic drive to Lindesnes Lighthouse at the southernmost point of mainland Norway.
Day 12: Forsand at Lysefjord (Anchorage Forsand – Zodiac transfer)
Fjord cruising and Pulpit Rock
Cruise through spectacular Lysefjord beneath towering granite cliffs. Choose between close-up fjord exploration aboard a Zodiac or taking on the celebrated full-day hike to the summit plateau of Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock), soaring 600 meters above the water.
Day 13: Hardangerfjord (Port: Eidfjord)
Roaring waterfalls and Viking heritage
Sail along Hardangerfjord to the hamlet of Eidfjord. Choose between an excursion to the thundering Vøringsfossen waterfall with its stepped canyon bridge, or a cultural walk to the Iron Age Viking burial mounds at Hæreid with traditional bread baking.
Day 14: Bergen (Port: Bergen)
Disembarkation and departure
After breakfast onboard, disembark in Bergen and join the group transfer to the airport for your onward departure flight.
INCLUSIONS
Group transfer from the airport to Embarkation Suite and to Douglas Mawson on Day 1 – conditions apply.
Group departure transfer ship to airport or city centre location on Day 14.
Embarkation Suite, including luggage storage and Aurora Expeditions staff support on Day 1.
Onboard accommodation during voyage, including daily cabin service.
All meals, snacks, tea, coffee, soft drinks and juices during voyage.
Premium spirits, cocktails, beer, wine and liqueurs during voyage.
Captain’s Farewell reception including four-course dinner, house cocktails, house beer and wine, non-alcoholic beverages.
All shore excursions and Zodiac cruises.
Educational lectures and guiding services provided by Expedition Team.
Complimentary access to onboard expedition doctor and medical clinic (initial consultation).
Comprehensive pre-departure information.
Port surcharges, permits and landing fees.
Wi-Fi.
EXCLUSIONS
International or domestic flights – unless specified in the itinerary.
Transfers – unless specified in the itinerary.
Airport arrival or departure taxes.
Passport, visa, reciprocity and vaccination fees and charges.
Travel insurance or emergency evacuation charges.
Optional excursions and optional activity surcharges.
All items of a personal nature, including but not limited to on board gratuities, laundry services, personal clothing, medical expenses, email or phone charges.
Stateroom size: 22.57m² (242.9ft²)
There are two Aurora Stateroom Triple cabins featuring portholes, both with private en-suites. Located on Deck 3, they´re close to the mudroom and loading platforms.
Private en-suites
Porthole window
Closet space
Room-controlled thermostat
Room safe
42´´ flat-screen TV
Mini bar*
1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)
*Please note mini bar items are chargeable in all staterooms except Junior Suite and Captain’s Suite
15.37m² - 15.97m² (165.4ft² - 171.9ft²)
The Douglas Mawson features two Aurora Stateroom Twin cabins featuring windows, all with private en-suites. Located on Deck 3, they´re close to the mudroom and loading platforms, perfect for adventurers who are looking for a comfortable base that´s close to the action.
Private en-suites
Porthole window
Desk area
Closet space
Room-controlled thermostat
Room safe
42´´ flat-screen TV
Mini bar*
1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)
*Please note mini bar items are chargeable in all staterooms except Junior Suite and Captain’s Suite
Stateroom size: 13.97m2 - 16.17m2 (150.4ft2 - 174.1ft2)
With a bit more room to stretch the legs, the Aurora Stateroom Superior are perfect for polar adventurers who travel with plenty of gear.
Located on Deck 7, the Staterooms feature french balconies, floor to ceiling windows, en-suite bathrooms and a comfortable desk area.
Private en-suites
French balcony
Desk area
Closet space
Room-controlled thermostat
Room safe
42´´ flat-screen TV
Mini bar*
1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)
*Please note mini bar items are chargeable in all staterooms except Junior Suite and Captain’s Suite
Stateroom & balcony combined size: 21.07m2 - 26.77m2 (226.8ft² - 288.2ft2)
We have three categories of our Balcony Staterooms. These are classified as A, B or C depending on the stateroom size.
Our 15 Balcony Stateroom Category C rooms are our most economical, fitted with all the necessities and comfortable for up to 2 people. These staterooms are scattered throughout Deck 4 & 6.
Private en-suites
Private balcony
Full size window
Desk area
Closet space
Room-controlled thermostat
Room safe
42´´ flat-screen TV
Mini bar*
1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)
*Please note mini bar items are chargeable in all staterooms except Junior Suite and Captain’s Suite
Stateroom & balcony combined size: 21.07m2 - 26.77m2 (226.8ft² - 288.2ft2)
We have three categories of our Balcony Staterooms. These are classified as A, B or C depending on the stateroom size.
Our 17 Balcony Stateroom B rooms are our standard room, many fitted with interconnecting features making them great for families or groups. These staterooms are located at the fore and aft of Deck 4 and 6.
Private en-suites
Private balcony
Full size window
Desk area
Closet space
Room-controlled thermostat
Room safe
42´´ flat-screen TV
Mini bar*
1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)
*Please note mini bar items are chargeable in all staterooms except Junior Suite and Captain’s Suite
Stateroom & balcony combined size: 21.07m2 - 26.77m2 (226.8ft² - 288.2ft2)
We have three categories of our Balcony Staterooms. These are classified as A, B or C depending on the stateroom size.
Our 25 Balcony Stateroom A rooms are our premium room, and the most abundant on board. These staterooms are located in preferred positions on Deck 4 and 6 which provides easy access between Decks via the internal stairs or elevator.
Private en-suites
Private balcony
Full size window
Desk area
Closet space
Room-controlled thermostat
Room safe
42´´ flat-screen TV
Mini bar*
1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)
*Please note mini bar items are chargeable in all staterooms except Junior Suite and Captain’s Suite
Stateroom & balcony combined size: 27.77m2 - 36.27m2 (298.9ft2 - 390.4ft2)
With a bit more room to stretch the legs, the Balcony Stateroom Superiors are perfect for polar adventurers who travel with plenty of gear.
Located on Deck 4 and 6, the Staterooms feature floor to ceiling windows, en-suite bathrooms and a comfortable desk area.
Some of these rooms are equipped with wheelchair accessible bathrooms.
Private en-suites (wheelchair accessible)
Private balcony
Full size window
Desk area
Closet space
Room-controlled thermostat
Room safe
42´´ flat-screen TV
Mini bar*
1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)
Some of these rooms are equipped with wheelchair accessible bathrooms.
*Please note mini bar items are chargeable in all staterooms except Junior Suite and Captain’s Suite
Room size 9.85m² (106ft²)
Location Deck 3
Sleeps 1
Features
Private Ensuite
Porthole Window
Closet Space
Room-controlled Thermostat
Room Safe
42\" Flat-Screen TV
Mini Bar
Cabin inclusions
A 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only).
Room size 23.07m² - 26.77m² (248.3ft² - 288.2ft²)
Location Deck 4
Sleeps 1
Features
Private Ensuite
Private Balcony
Full Size Window
Desk area
Closet Space
Room-controlled Thermostat
Room Safe
42\" Flat-Screen TV
Mini Bar
Cabin inclusions
A 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only).
Room size 10.97m² - 15.18m² (118.1ft² - 163.4ft²)
Location Decks 3 & 7
Sleeps 1
Features
Private Ensuite
Porthole Window
Closet Space
Room-controlled Thermostat
Room Safe
42\" Flat-Screen TV
Mini Bar
Cabin inclusions
A 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only).
Stateroom & balcony combined size: Up to 41.47m2 - 41.87m2 (446.4ft2 - 450.7ft2)
The four Junior Suites take in some impressive scenery from their vantage points on Deck 7. When you aren\\\\\\\'t enjoying a landing, you can relax in the suites\\\\\\\' separate lounge area, or just watch the world float by from the private balcony.
Private en-suites
Private balcony
Full size window
Separate lounge area
Desk area
Closet space
Room-controlled thermostat
Room safe
42´´ flat-screen TV
Mini bar*
1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)
1 x free pair of binoculars per suite
Free stocked mini bar^
1 x free bottle of champagne per suite
A gratuity of $15 USD per person per day for the crew is included with each suite
^Junior Suites stocked once only, not replenished. Captain’s Suite replenished as needed.
Stateroom & balcony combined size: 45.22m2 (486.7ft2)
The largest of all our rooms, the singular Captain\\\\\\\'s Suite will take you to the polar regions in ultimate style and comfort. Complete with large lounge area, balcony, walk-in wardrobe and en-suite, you\\\\\\\'ll need to get in early to secure this suite.
Private en-suites
Private balcony
Full size window
Separate lounge area
Desk area
Closet space
Room-controlled thermostat
Room safe
42´´ flat-screen TV
Mini bar*
1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)
1 x free pair of binoculars per suite
Free stocked mini bar^
1 x free bottle of champagne per suite
A gratuity of $15 USD per person per day for the crew is included with each suite
^Junior Suites stocked once only, not replenished. Captain’s Suite replenished as needed.
* The prices are per person in US Dollars, unless expressly specified in a different currency. In that case, payment will be in US dollars at the exchange rate of the day.
** Rates are correct at the time of publication. All prices will be re-confirmed by email at the time of booking.
NOTE: Embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy—and excitement—of expedition travel. When traveling in extremely remote regions, your expedition staff must allow the sea, the ice and the weather to guide route and itinerary details. This itinerary is a tentative outline of what you’ll experience on this voyage; please be aware that no specific itinerary can be guaranteed.
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