Hurtigruten has announced winter sailings from the Port of Dover for the first time as part of their new Norway Expedition 2021/22 programme.
Available from October 2021 to March 2022, the 14-day voyage will depart from Dover onboard MS Maud, one of three Hurtigruten vessels to be transformed into a premium hybrid powered expedition cruise ship.
Travelling along the coast of Norway, this voyage will offer more time in familiar and new ports. There will be more expedition team members on board, who will be on hand to share their knowledge of the Norwegian coastline with the guests.
Every day, guests will be offered a free activity to explore the local history, culture and wildlife that the coastline offers.
For those looking for more adventure, can choose amongst other excursions including fishing, hiking and Northern Lights safari?s at night ? all available at an additional charge.
Aside from the daily activities, the price of the cruise also includes free hire of equipment for excursions, onboard lecture programme delivered by the expedition team to deepen destination knowledge, free Wi-Fi onboard, all meals including drinks with dinner and lunch (either house wine or beer), tea and coffee throughout the day and access to a wide range of onboard facilities.
Anthony Daniels, UK MD for the expedition company, said: "We are delighted to launch our first ever season from Dover. This new route offers a truly exceptional way for guests to explore the coast of Norway and experience the Northern Lights all at the convenience and comfort of a UK departure. Not only will we take guests to new highlights, but with an increased presence of Expedition team leaders onboard we will help new and existing guest to become immersed in the rich wildlife and cultural offering of Norway."
Barbara Buczek, chief commercial officer at the Port of Dover, said: "Hurtigruten?s Expedition cruises have an amazing sense of adventure and are a fantastic advocate for green cruising that explores nature at its best. We are really excited to be working with Hurtigruten to bring a new winter cruise season to Dover, and to become their first-ever UK port of call."
The Norway Expeditions will commence in October 2021 and be available through to March 2022. Voyages depart from the Port of Dover and prices start from ?3,299 per person.
Summer sailings will also be available, but voyages will depart from Hamburg.
More information can be found on https://www.hurtigruten.co.uk/
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