Call at four stunning ports along the beautiful fjord and islanddotted coast of western norway, and head beyond the arctic circle to visit europes northernmost region. Take a look at our late cruise deals to find the best cruise deals for your northern lights holiday. The spectacle of the aurora borealis, better known as the northern lights, is natures original light show in the northern hemisphere. Your cruise will include multiple ports of call in norway, including bergen, flam, geiranger, alesund, and stavanger. Discover cascading waterfalls and the amazing sysen dam on optional excursions from eidfjord, and take the opportunity to travel on one of the worlds most spectacular railways in the quaint village of flam. They also have a northern lights promise that means that if the lights do not make an appearance, then you will be offered a free six or seven day cruise to take later. Explore the stunning coast of northern norway a region of fjords, glaciers and offshore islands on this delightful autumn cruise. Mar 11, 2018 a new series of cruises setting sail from hull are giving people the chance to see the stunning northern lights in iceland.
Now that you know when and where to go to see the northern lights, you can start preparing to enjoy the incredible experience. The northern lights are also known as the aurora borealis, a name given to them by scientist and astronomer, galileo. We have both wanted to see the northern lights so when i saw this cruise listed in a brochure from newmarket travel we decided to book there and then. Embarkation was trouble free and we were soon onboard. No matter the season, all hurtigruten cruises are thrilling adventures filled with amazing scenery and active friluftsliv outdoor life experiences. Hurtigruten operates a fleet of passenger ships that sails up and down the norwegian coast visiting 34 ports. Stroll along bergens iconic waterfront, bryggen wharf, then visit quaint andalsnes in the heart of the stunning romsdal district. Learn more about the best times to see the northern lights, and what cruise options you may have that fit. Departing from ports in the uk such as liverpool, bristol and london tilbury, our northern lights cruises begin between september and april, giving you the best chance of seeing the lights at their most spectacular. We knew our way around as we have sailed on the oriana before. A range of handpicked small ship cruises in norway from a name you can trust. Destinations on the astoria cruise ship trips which all depart from. A northern lights cruise is setting sail from hull hull live.
The best time to see the northern lights on an alaska. Whats more, were here when you need us, 7 days a week for anything you may need. Cmv is britains newest privately owned cruise line and 2017 herald our 8th year of operating no fly cruises from a choice of uk ports. We cruise out in one of our comfortable and stable boats with space both inside and outside. The ultimate guide to the northern lights hurtigruten uk. Astoria norway northern lights cruise from hullnewmarket. Discover our lastminute, luxury, allinclusive, and many other incredible cruise deals. Astoria spends a long day at her next port of call, remote alta.
Cruises from the uk in search of the northern lights take in the rugged norwegian coast before crossing the arctic circle. Cruise in search of the northern lights experience an arctic land where dawn and twilight merge. Instead, youre taking a trip to explore one of the most remote and pristine regions left on the planet. Iglucruise offer expert cruising advice and exclusive cruise discounts. The aurora borealis is formed by solar plasma and winds, creating a uniquely shifting light show illuminating the sky. Northern lights cruise from hull is a magnificent fourteen days planned voyage, which starts its journey with an optimistic search of the marvelous spectacle of the northern lights in the regions in and around the arctic city. Northern lights the best way to see the aurora borealis. Our daily departures travel to places no other cruise ships go.
There is parking available onsite for you to utilise while you are away and excellent terminal facilities. The best time to see the northern lights on an alaska cruise. Please note that all cruise passengers must enter the port at the northern gateway. Find out more about this newmarket holidays iceland and land of the northern lights cruise and book online with confidence.
Experience norways beautiful fjords, charming ports, and rare wildlife under the midnight sun or the spectacular northern lights. Norway and land of the northern lights venture high above the arctic circle for the best chance to see the spectacular northern lights on this nofly cruise from hull. If seeing the northern lights is at the top of your bucket list, an arctic circle cruise is one of the most enjoyable ways to tick off this spectacular natural attraction. From hull, you are perfectly placed to venture off and explore northern europe and the fascinating coastline of the uk.
Your holiday is abta and atol protected when you book with rol cruise, so you can book with confidence knowing you are fully protected. Discover one of the most dramatic landscapes in the world on this exciting nofly cruise from hull to iceland, the land of ice and fire, with calls at the remote faroe and shetland islands. Unfortunately for alaska visitors who want to go on a cruise and see the northern lights, the cruise season and auroraviewing season do not overlap. Destinations on the astoria cruise ship trips which all depart from hull in september and october 2019 also include the norwegian fjords, the baltic cities and st petersburg in russia. X we use cookies to give you the best experience possible. The northern lights cruise was one of our must do cruises. Supporting the nhs here at rol cruise, we are aiming to raise. The northern lights promise is valid on cruises from october to march. King george dock, port of hull, hedon road, kingstonuponhull, hu9 5qa.
The northern lights are like a mighty symphonic ballet with muted sound. Cruises to the arctic and northern lights from the uk. A northern lights cruise on cunard offers you an unparalleled way to explore norways dreamlike fjords, with the added possibility of witnessing the spectacular enigma of the aurora borealis natures most spellbinding phenomena. Taking a cruise to see the northern lights is a truly magical experience, and one that is high on many peoples bucket lists. Astoria iceland northern lights cruise from hull newmarket. A new series of cruises setting sail from hull are giving people the chance to see the stunning northern lights in iceland. Join astoria as she cruises north from hull and into the the unforgettable scenery of the norwegian coastline. Youre not paying to move from one tourist tshirt shop to another. Discover the stunning beauty of romsdalsfjord and lysefjord, the remote village of flam on vast sognefjord and the icy expanse of the briksdal glacier, and explore bergen norways second city and unofficial fjordland capital. Nofly uk cruise deals from hull to a wide choice of destinations with online availabilty and best prices. The northern lights appear to those on the ground in different forms.
Northern lights cruise from hull the cruises sails through an extremely enchanting coastline, which gradually reveals the treasures of molde, tromso and even encounter the spectacular svartisen glacier. Hull cruises and cruise deals to hull with all the top cruise lines. Finnmark is the northernmost county of mainland norway, and its where youll find alta, another important destination on northern lights cruises. There is car parking available at the port, but it must be prebooked. Skygaze at your leisure the northern lights are often at their most astounding here, or perhaps join exciting optional excursions to explore the arctic region of finnmark, home to the sami people, see the prehistoric rock carvings at hjemmeluft or visit the famous ice hotel. Please click here for more information on the cmv uk 2020.
Cruises from hull cruise from uk cruise offers 2020 2021. Get a free voyage if you dont see the northern lights on your cruise in norway. Olsen, you can go in search of the aurora on a selection of specially timed northern lights cruises from southern and northern uk departures ports that offer the best chances to see dancing ribbons of green, blue and pink illuminating the skies above arctic norways wonderland of remote islands, towering mountains and stunning glaciers. Sailing north from hull, astorias first port is bergen, where you can head ashore to explore the historic restored warehouses of bryggen. Book online, call 0844 998 9532 or contact your abta travel agent. Northern lights cruise from hull northern light cruise. When you take a cruise from hull, youll be setting off from a great port on a fantastic voyage full of exploration and excitement.
The port of hull is a great starting point for your next cruise. Join astoria for a classic autumn cruise in search of the aurora borealis. This norwegian lights cruise vacation is eleven nights, giving you just enough time to travel across iceland for the chance to see the northern lights before you take off on a bucket list cruise up the coast of norway to see its famous fjords. Enjoy the colourful scenery of the beautiful norwegian fjords, with visits to the charming villages of flam, olden and colourful bergen. Take a cruise on northern lights, a turnofthecentury inspired yacht that is available daily to take guests on cruises through boston harbor to see bostons iconic waterfront sites and monuments. Nofly cruises from the uk to see the northern lights in winter in norway and iceland direct from uk ports. Venture high above the arctic circle for the best chance to see the spectacular northern lights on this nofly cruise from hull. By entering your email address you agree to receive marketing by email from. Northern lights find your perfect cruise destination in. A key attraction in the town and the ideal location from which to experience the aurora borealis is the northern lights observatory, the first building constructed to view and study the lights. Antarctic adventures are exactly that an adventure. Stroll along bergens iconic waterfront, bryggen wharf, then visit quaint andalsnes. King george dock, port of hull, hedon road, kingstonupon hull, hu9 5qa. Aurora was the roman goddess of the dawn, and borealis is derived from the greek name for the north wind, boreas.
Silverseas northern lights cruises have ports of call in the arctic circle, on the norwegian coasts, in the alaskan wilderness and on the russian border and make sure there is no shortage of activities while you wait for the celestial spectacle to show up. Northern lights promise on norway cruises hurtigruten uk. The five cruises in vikings inaugural northern lights season early next year are selling quickly but there will be six departures in 2020. A number of cruises from hull reach the ports of the scottish highlands and the british isles, for picturesque views of this familiar landscape. Aurora northern lights cruises fjord travel norway. Alaska cruises to see the northern lights usa today. Iceland and the northern lights visit the awesome volcanic island of iceland by ship and if youre lucky see the northern lights. This superb cruise to iceland will also reveal the stark but stunning landscape. Hull is one of the uks busiest ports and has great road and rail connections to the rest of the uk.
It is the natural phenomenon that brightens dark winter nights and draws thousands of onlookers into the arctic circle every winter. Oct 18, 2017 unfortunately for alaska visitors who want to go on a cruise and see the northern lights, the cruise season and auroraviewing season do not overlap. Northern lights cruises depart mostly from ports in the u. Were just back from a northern lights cruise on viking ocean cruises viking sky, which visited various ports along norways coast, heading into the arctic circle. Best northern lights cruises for 20202021 and where to find. By continuing to use our website you agree to our cookie policy. The different locations we visit provide different views of the sky with several possibilities of seeing the northern lights. Northern lights measures 110feet in length along her waterline and expands to a 28foot beam. Its ideally situated for explorations of northern europe or tours of the uk coastline, making it the perfect choice for adventures that dont have to stray too far away from home. Our northern lights cruises travel north along norways dramatic coastline and cut deep into the fjords and to the fringes of the arctic circle in search of the. This makes april through september the best time to cruise to alaska to see the northern lights, especially near the autumnal and vernal equinoxes, when activity peaks. As well as catching a glimpse of the dancing lights, many understandably also wish to capture the moment on camera. Covid19 travel updates and faqs flexible booking conditions future cruise credits. Sail above the arctic circle in search of the enchanting northern lights on this nofly cruise from hull to the norway coast, calling at hanseatic bergen and honningsvag, gateway to the dramatic north cape.
The 12night london tilbury to bergen or vice versa voyage on the allbalcony, 930passenger viking sky calls at stavanger, bodo, tromso and alta both overnights, and narvik. The northern lights, a must see on any alaskan cruise, can be elusive. See tromsos towering cathedral, and perhaps head from the remote village of honningsvaag to the north cape hall visitor centre at nordkapp on an optional. Located in northern england, hull is on the northern bank of the humber estuary. Northern lights cruises see one of the worlds finest natural wonders on a northern lights cruise with cmv, the cruise holiday specialists. Whilst arctic norway is incredible to experience in the winter, the summer months are also spectacular as the midnight sun bathes the coast in shades of gold. Norwegian fjord nofly cruise from hull on marco polo. Join astoria as she sails north in search of the aurora borealis the enchanting and unforgettable northern lights. Cruising far north in norways winter, witness snowdusted landscapes, cities hushed in slumber and the luminous aurora borealis dancing in the sky.
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