In Search of the Northern Lights

Feel the spirit of the north

Experience a land where dawn and twilight merge on the edges of the long Arctic night. Sailing far north during Norway’s winter, witness snow-covered landscapes dotted with rugged mountains and steep fjords, and seek out the brilliant aurora borealis dancing in the night sky. Delve into Sami legends and World War II history, and pilot a dog sled or snowmobile to further immerse yourself in the Norwegian Arctic as you join us on this illuminating voyage.

Viking Inclusive Value

We include features & services worth over $200 per guest per day.

Map of In Search of the Northern Lights itinerary

Viking Inclusive Value

We include features & services worth over $200 per guest per day.

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Day by Day

To learn more about each port of call and our included as well as optional excursions, click on the individual days below.

1	Bergen, Norway	Ascend Mt. Ulriken for panoramic views or visit composer Edvard Grieg’s home.
2	Bergen, Norway	Admire snowcapped mountains, magnificent fjords and one of Europe’s largest glaciers.
3-4	Scenic Sailing: Norwegian Inside Passage	Follow in the wake of the Viking sailors, who navigated these waters centuries ago.
5	Alta, Norway	See ancient rock carvings at the Alta Museum; learn about the science of the northern lights.
6	Alta, Norway	Explore one of Finnmark’s northernmost cities and learn about the Sami culture.
7	Tromsø, Norway	Visit the iconic Arctic Cathedral, browse the Polar Museum or learn about local nature.
8	Tromsø, Norway	Paddle by kayak and explore local alpine landscapes; enjoy Tromsø’s waterways by RIB.
9	Narvik, Norway	Marvel at the impressive mountain backdrop; see the fish market and Narvik Cathedral.
10	Scenic Sailing: Norwegian Inside Passage	Enjoy sweeping views as you sail along Norway’s coast, one of the world’s longest shorelines.
11	Sail the North Sea	Sail the North Sea, central to Europe’s history, from Viking voyages to oil drilling.
12	Amsterdam (Ijmuiden), The Netherlands	Take a journey along Amsterdam’s network of canals or browse one of the city’s museums.
13	London (Tilbury), England	Travel to London and see Westminster Abbey; visit one of the city's many museums.

Itinerary and shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.

Pre & Post Cruise Extensions

More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.
Pre & Post Cruise Extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.

On this itinerary, your Viking Resident Historian is delivering the following iconic lectures:

- The Hanseatic League
- The Vikings
- Vikings on the Move
- Oceans in Context
- History of Navigation
- The Bayeux Tapestry

Feel the spirit of the north

Feel the spirit of the north

ONBOARD GRATUITIES INCLUDED

Viking Inclusive Value

Viking Inclusive Value

Pre: Bergen

Pre: Oslo

Post: London

Post: Pristine Iceland

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