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EXPEDITION INTO THE AN EPIC VOYAGE IN THE WAKE OF THE GREAT EXPLORERS FROM ALASKA TO NORWAY ABOARD THE HANSEATIC INSPIRATION 19TH AUGUST TO 21ST SEPTEMBER 2022 Champ ,

Franz Josef Land Uyedineniya Island The New Barents Chukchi Sea Sea Siberian Isachenko North Cape Novaya Island Tromso Zemlya Kolyuchin Island NORWAY Murmansk Bering Strait USA Saint Matthew Seward Island

Aleutian Islands Seattle

he sea passage through the Russian between Asia and Europe was navigated for the first time 140 years ago; it was an exclusion zone until just 30 years ago and still to this day remains a great seafaring challenge with only a few passenger vesselsT having ever completed its transit. For this unique expedition we are working with our long-time associates and pioneer in expedition cruises to the Northeast Passage, Hapag-Lloyd cruises, who have made a limited number of cabins available for our passengers on this this modern-day adventure. Their latest five-star vessel, the Hanseatic Inspiration, has been built to navigate passages such as this and, in addition to the vessel’s expeditionary qualities, you can be assured of excellent service, food and luxurious surroundings on board. Following in the wake of famous explorers into the territory of the , the Hanseatic Inspiration will set out on an adventure from Seward to Tromso through regions steeped in history and mystery with abundant wildlife along their remote shores. We will be sailing in one of the world’s most pristine regions witnessing dramatic landscapes and nature in its purest sense, unscathed by the modern world. We will witness Arctic wildlife, highlights of which will include our three days experiencing the raw beauty of Wrangel Island where we can observe seabirds nesting in the high cliffs as well as polar bears and , and also the natural world spectacles of Franz Josef Land. The places visited and the order in which this is achieved will vary depending on wildlife sightings and diversions, such as following a whale that may appear at any time. This is a sea route with a legendary past and we will be tracing part of a passage that conjures a history of inspiring courage, determination, and superhuman endurance. Whilst this itinerary represents a true expedition cruise, we will be travelling in the utmost comfort aboard the Hanseatic Inspiration with its beautiful surroundings, spacious cabins and public areas. In keeping with the expeditionary nature of the cruise there is a convivial atmosphere on board and the expedition team take care of the day to day events with a sense of adventure. www.noble-caledonia.co.uk family

Wrangel Island Polar bears

Days 4 & 5 Aleutian Islands. From Days 8 & 9 Chukchi Peninsula & landscape. Kolyuchin Island on The Itinerary Alaska, the volcanic chain of the Bering Strait, Russia. Overnight the edge of the Chukchi Peninsula Please note flexibility is key to Aleutian Islands extends into the we will lose a day as we cross the also offers overwhelming animal a successful expedition and Pacific in a wide arc. We will use International Date Line as we arrive observations. The Zodiacs will take although we have outlined the Zodiacs to visit these remote in Russia and start to sail the Bering us to large bird-infested cliffs with an itinerary below, the actual islands. Perhaps you will hear the Strait to the Barents Sea. This Strait thousands of thick-billed murres, itinerary depends on the local cry of “Whale spotted!” in the takes its name from Vitus Bering, black guillemots, kittiwakes, horned conditions which besides ice water off of Unga Island where we an explorer in the service of Russia, puffins and glaucous gulls and and weather, include decisions hope to observe these giants of whose vessel was shipwrecked with a little luck, we will see lots of taken by the Russian authorities. the ocean particularly well from following his 1741 voyage to the walrus gathering on the rocks. Hapag-Lloyd Cruises will, of the deck, before landing for a hike. coast of North America. During course, do everything in their Also see the ancient petrified forest our expedition days in the Chukchi Days 15 to 19 , East power to ensure that this cruise and a ghost town with a history of Peninsula we should be able to Siberian Sea & . In can take place as advertised but gold mining and look out for the view whales, seals and seabirds the East Siberian Sea, we will join as with any expedition cruise usually prolific numbers of bald in abundance. In seldom-visited the small group of seafarers who to these remote destinations, eagles which greet our arrival to Provideniya you will learn about the have made it to this region. Vitus it is reliant on weather, ice, sea Unalaska Island. lifestyles of the people in the far Bering is said to have discovered conditions and local authorities. east of Russia and will go ashore the Medvezhy Islands on his Day 6 At Sea. Enjoy a day at sea with the experts and visit the small second Kamchatka expedition Day 1 London to Seattle, USA. as we cruise north towards Saint museum located here. At Cape in 1740. Land with the Zodiacs Fly by scheduled flight. Arrive Matthew Island. Join one of the Dezhnev, the most north-easterly and enjoy impressive sights this afternoon and transfer to lectures or relax and enjoy the point of the Eurasian landmass, here, and on the New Siberian our airport hotel for an overnight facilities on board. it may be possible to walk to a Islands, where exciting insights stay. monument erected for the pioneer into the “adolescence” of polar Day 7 Saint Matthew Island. Semyon Dezhnev, who was the first exploration await us. This collection Day 2 Seattle to Seward, Today we anchor off of Saint to traverse the cape in 1648. of islands in the East Siberian Sea Alaska. Check out after breakfast Matthew Island. This island is famous as a nursery, and return to the airport for our is famous for its barren yet Days 10 to 14 Kolyuchin Island & the icy habitat where the kings scheduled flight to Anchorage. exceptionally beautiful landscape, Wrangel Island. If weather and ice of the Arctic bring their cubs into On arrival we transfer to the and being more than 200 miles permits, we hope to spend three the world. In 1893, researcher port of Seward to embark the from the nearest Alaskan village it days at Wrangel Island, a UNESCO Fridtjof Nansen allowed his ship Hanseatic Inspiration. Sail this is extremely remote. In 1909, the World Heritage Site. Using the to freeze here in order to reach evening as we start our journey island was designated as one of Zodiacs to land we can experience the geographic by towards the Northeast Passage. the first wildlife refuges in America raw natural beauty. Numerous using the natural ice drifts of the by Teddy Roosevelt. With luck, we species of birds nest on steep cliffs, Arctic Ocean. We may also be able Day 3 At Sea. Relax on board may see some Arctic foxes in this and long hikes will give you to observe rock ptarmigans and as we sail towards the Aleutian sparsely populated world, along the chance to observe polar bears reindeer on these little-researched Islands. with a variety of seabirds. and reindeer in the vast, silent islands. Murmansk Days 24 & 25 Novaya Zemlya & vast wilderness is a small sign of Barents Sea. For the next couple civilisation. of days, the Hanseatic Inspiration will be following in the footsteps Days 29 & 30 Barents Sea. We of Willem Barents as it heads spend the next two days sailing for the deep bays of rugged, through the Barents Sea on our elemental Novaya Zemlya. As way to the largest city north of Barents circumnavigated the the Arctic Circle, Murmansk. For island in 1596 on his search for centuries, the Northeast Passage the Northeast Passage, his ship has fired the imagination of became trapped in the pack ice pioneering spirits, from the early and the crew was forced to spend explorations by the naval powers the winter there. In geological of England and Holland in the terms, it is almost identical to 16th century to the first successful the Urals, as it is a northern passage by the Swede Adolf Erik continuation of the mountain Nordenskjold between 1878 and range, which was formed when 1879. Europe and Siberia collided. We will land here with the Zodiacs to Day 31 Murmansk, Russia. get up close to the landscape. Founded in 1916, the city of Murmansk today has a population Days 26 to 28 Franz Josef Land. of approximately 300,000 people. Our expedition continues in Franz This was a military exclusion zone Josef Land. The captain and crew until 1991. Upon arrival you have will react flexibly during the time the choice between an optional city here, allowing us to observe the tour or a visit to a nuclear-powered wonderful natural spectacles. . Later we will complete For example, Apollonov Island is our customs and immigration known for the walrus that occupy formalities as we leave Russia. the beach; these huge animals weigh around 1000 kilograms and Day 32 Sailing the North Cape. make an impressive sight from a We spend the day sailing off the respectful distance. The Zodiacs North Cape with the opportunity will take us to a popular magnet to relax, attend a lecture or utilise for geologists on Champ Island the facilities on board. People Exploring by Zodiac – there are massive, perfectly once believed that the North Cape spherical stones of up to three marked the end of the world, metres in diameter. We also visit but this day marks the end of our Bell Island, which takes its name expedition. from a bell-shaped mountain. Few people would expect to find the Day 33 Tromso, Norway to oldest building in the archipelago London. After breakfast we transfer here: a wooden house built in to the airport for our scheduled 1881 of stone and snow in the indirect flight to London.

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Cat Cabin Description Deck Brochure Price Special Offer Price 1 Outside cabin 4, 5 & 6 £22495 £21995 Days 20 & 21 Severnaya water lobsters and annelid worms, £ 2 Panoramic cabin 4 & 5 £23495 £22995 Zemlya. After cruising through with luck, we should also see 3 French balcony cabin 6 £23995 £23495 the Laptev Sea, the Hanseatic some polar bears here. 4 Balcony cabin 5 £25495 £24995 Inspiration can take full 5 French balcony cabin 7 £25495 £24995 advantage of its status as a small Day 23 Uyedineniya Island. A 6 Balcony cabin 6 & 7 £27295 £26295 expedition ship with the highest vast tundra welcomes visitors to 7 Balcony cabin 6 £27995 £26995 ice class. This is the only way to Uyedineniya Island. It has been 8 Balcony cabin 7 £29795 £28795 reach the semi-glacial islands of said that, upon discovering the 9 Junior suite with balcony 6 & 7 £33995 £32995 Severnaya Zemlya and only a few island in 1878, Norwegian Edvard 10 Grand suite with veranda 6 & 7 £46995 £45995 people have seen these coasts Holm Johannesen dubbed it 6 Balcony cabin for sole use 6 & 7 £35995 £35495 that are inhabited by polar bears, ‘Solitude Island’, perhaps due to Arctic foxes, Arctic hares, walrus its remote location. The island PRICE INCLUDES: Economy class scheduled air travel • Overnight hotel and seals. is famous for the discovery of a accommodation with breakfast in Seattle • 31 nights aboard the Hanseatic cervical vertebra of a plesiosaur Inspiration on a full board basis • Mini-bar with soft drinks in your cabin Day 22 Isachenko Island. during an expedition in the restocked each day • Zodiac tours • Expedition team including onboard Isachenko Island is part of the 1930s. More recently, in 1993, lectures • Gratuities • Transfers • Airport taxes • Port taxes • Landing fees Kirov group in the Kara Sea, Uyedineniya Island became part • Loan of parka jacket, waterproof boots, binoculars and hiking poles north of Russia. Here we find a of the largest nature reserve in during cruise. station that was likely abandoned Russia – the Great Arctic State Not Included: Travel insurance, optional excursion in Murmansk, Russian in 1993. It tells of the lonely life Nature Reserve. This conservation visa, ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorisation) for the USA. of researchers at the end of the area protects this habitat for NB. Flight schedules are yet to be released at the time of going to print . Due to the thriving source wildlife, including polar bears, and the itinerary may change on their release. Itinerary subject to change of food for them on the shore, walrus, seals and a large variety based on weather and ice conditions. such as mussels, sea stars, cold- of birds.

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HanseAtrium Bar Junior Suite Nikkei Restaurant

Operated by our German associates, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises, the Hanseatic Inspiration is a new five-star expedition ship launched in October 2019. With a maximum of just 230 passengers (199 passengers in Antarctica), this unique vessel offers an informal and relaxed atmosphere on board with more open deck space than any other expedition ship. There is a qualified expedition team of naturalists who will accompany you ashore and provide informative talks in the comfort of the well-designed HanseAtrium, and a crew of 175 offering the most exquisite and attentive service on board.

Your Cabin/Suite Your Space There are a total of 120 cabins and suites. All cabins/suites feature a The vessel has three spacious restaurants, two bars, a library, Sun Deck comfortable sleeping area with separable beds, a heated wall in the with swimming pool and pool bar, fitness room, hair salon and a small bathroom, a rain shower, TV, a coffee machine and a mini bar with soft boutique. Whilst relaxing on deck and watching for passing wildlife, the drinks refilled daily. They are also equipped with binoculars and Nordic excellent service team offer little touches like exotic fruit skewers and walking poles and 24-hour cabin service is available. The Outside Cabins, cooling cloth towels. There is also a hospital on the lower deck and it is in Panoramic Cabins and French Balcony Cabins all measure between 21 the HanseAtrium that the expedition team will hold lectures and briefings. to 23 square metres and the Balcony Cabins measure 27 square metres The vessel has been designed taking inspiration from nature to reflect the including the balcony. The Junior Suites are approximately 42 square expeditionary theme of the voyages and to provide interplay between metres including the balcony and offer panoramic views, a comfortable the interiors and the world outside. Exciting vistas are guaranteed in the living and sleeping area and a separate dining area. They also benefit Observation Lounge thanks to the 180-degree panoramic view which can from the addition of a bathroom with two sinks, a steam sauna and butler be enjoyed while relaxing with an aperitif at the bar and listening to the service. The Grand Suites are approximately 71 square metres including music. Another design highlight are the two extendable glass balconies a private veranda with space heaters. They feature a sleeping area with on the Sun Deck from which passing wildlife can be viewed on the ocean panoramic views and a comfortable living area as well as a separate dining surfaces. Guests will have the opportunity to visit the bridge whenever area. Additional facilities include a bathroom with two sinks, free standing the local regulations and conditions allow, by prior arrangement with the bath, rain shower, steam sauna, balcony access and butler service. officer on duty. 207 NCNP29_K Y 5 Y 10 TEGOR TEGOR CA CA 500 501 502 503 600 601 504 505 602 603 506 507 604 605 508 509 400 Y 4 Y 9 BRIDGE Observation Lounge 606 607

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HANSEATIC INSPIRATION DECK PLAN INSPIRATION HANSEATIC MARINA Cover image: Walrus cow. Cover image: Walrus 2 Chester Close, Belgravia, London, SW1X 7BE Panoramic Cabin +44 (0)20 7752 0000 | [email protected] | noble-caledonia.co.uk All special offers are subject to availability. Our current booking conditions apply to all reservations and are available on request. available on request. and are booking conditions apply to all reservations Our current subject to availability. are All special offers During thisvoyage you will be visiting out of the way destinations and will be accompanied by an expedition team. Landings and excursions will be made by Zodiac landing This cruise will craft. appeal to the more and those who enjoy the natural world. adventurous Main Restaurant For your Comfort, Safety & Security During construction of the Hanseatic Inspiration, the focus was on making her suitable for all ice conditions she has been fitted and with cutting- The vessel holds the technology. edge equipment and environmental highest ice class for a passenger ship – PC 6, and with a shallow draught, ship with excellent this is a sturdy propellers, powerful engine and robust islands and allow access to remote All of these features manoeuvrability. coastlines and make for one of the finest expedition vessels. Please note ship. This applies to all that the Hanseatic Inspiration is a smoke-free as well as on deck, including the private balconies and interior public areas verandas. Life On Board and With is nothing to do but relax attended your every need to, there the Hanseatic Inspiration. After a Zodiac enjoy the experience aboard with drinks and snacks, hot excursion, you will be welcomed back on board drinks will magnificent be handed to you as you stand on deck viewing will think of everything and enhance your cruise and the crew icebergs in every way possible. Highly qualified, will knowledgeable experts the cruise; discovering unknown territory and accompany you throughout with an expert by your rewarding seeing amazing wildlife will be a lot more willenthusiasm and passion theirornithologist, or naturalist a Whether side. and during excursions. The onboard talks on board be conveyed through reach every spectacular fleet of 17 Zodiac landingguests to craft enables these and, due to their manoeuvrability, sight, no matter how remote inflatable craft allow us to truly immerse ourselves in nature. Your Dining Your Highly trained chefs will surprise you every day with their skill and attention delicaciesto detail. Diverse and classic will available at every meal, be evening meal. or a relaxed a quick breakfast enjoying whether you are including the open-seating spacious restaurants is a choice of three There the Lido Restaurant atmosphere, Hanseatic Restaurant with its relaxed both indoor and outdoor seating, and the Speciality Restaurant offering you will be taken on a culinary voyage of discovery with Japanese where The HanseaticSpeciality Restaurant and Restaurant and Peruvian creations. service. a buffet-style the Restaurant offers Lido à la carte whereas are thanksSpend your days and evenings however you wish flexible to choice of seating and attentive 24-hour cabin service. mealtimes, a free