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MODULE 1 – OSLO, HELSINKI - $2173 per person, double occupancy, single: $2864

Saturday, August 17 – You will arrive in Oslo and make your way to the Comfort Hotel Karl Johan.

Sunday, August 18 - Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel. The day is free to explore on your own. You may want to begin with a Hop On – Hop Off city tour of the major sites in Oslo to familiarize yourself with the area. It runs continuously and you will be able to get off at any point along the way to visit the sites that interest you. Dinner is on your own.

Overnight at the Comfort Hotel Karl Johan.

Monday, August 19 – After breakfast at your hotel, you will enjoy a cruise of the fjords in the Oslo area. The afternoon will be at leisure.

Overnight at the Comfort Hotel Karl Johan.

Tuesday, August 20 – After breakfast at your hotel, you will say farewell to Oslo and enjoy Norway in a Nutshell as you see the sites on your way to Bergen. This is the best way to get acquainted with the amazing nature of Norway. The route passes through some of the most beautiful places in the Fjord Regions, including the Bergen Railway, the Flåm Railway, a ferry ride to the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Aurlandsfjord and the Nærøyfjord and the Stalheim Highway. You will arrive in Flam. where you will have free time for walking, lunch and buying souvenirs. You will then depart to Gudvangen by ferry on the most beautiful Neurofjord. You will enjoy unforgettable views of mountains and waterfalls during this cruise. Upon your arrival you will board your bus to Bergen where you will check into the Thon Hotel Bristol and have dinner on your own.

Wednesday, August 21 – This morning after breakfast at the hotel, you will have a free day to explore Bergen on your own. You may want to try the Hop On – Hop Off experience here as well!

Overnight will be at the Thon Hotel Bergen.

Thursday, August 22 – This morning after breakfast at the hotel, you will have a transfer to the cruise ship to begin your Hurtiguen Cruise.

CRUISE PRICE:

Standard category N2 or N3 Cabin: $2984 per person; Single rate is $4475 per person for N2 (no single cabins available in N3 category). To upgrade your cabin to P2D category, the price will be $3232 per person; Single rate is $4847 per person.

Your 7-day voyage starts in Bergen, a city surrounded by seven mountains. Before departure you may wish to explore this cultural gateway to the fjords. Bergen was founded in 1070 AD, and was the capital of Norway for several years. The city is a central point for Norwegian travel, and has retained a great deal of local character and history. One example of this is the historic UNESCO-listed Bryggen district with colourful wharfs that date back to the 14th century. Take a stroll around this charming and compact city, spend some time in one of the outdoor cafés and restaurants, enjoy a trip on the Fløibanen Funicular or visit the famous fish market. After embarkation, we invite you to enjoy our tasty dinner buffet, based on the best ingredients from the coast. We sail north from Bergen along the Hjeltefjord, the same route the Vikings once plied to the Shetland Islands and beyond. We are heading to the high north. Spend the rest of the evening relaxing as you admire the spectacular landscapes, either from deck or in our panorama lounges. Even before your voyage starts, you can explore more of Norway with our land adventures, like the famous Norway in a Nutshell. Fri 23 A day for architectural and natural masterpieces Location: Florø - Molde If you wake up early the next day, you have the chance to enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the Nordfjord, followed by a delicious breakfast. As we sail past the West Cape, we are out on the open sea. The ship then navigates through skerries and islands before reaching Ålesund. Distinguished by its numerous spires, towers and highly-ornate buildings, Ålesund is a town renowned for its beautiful art nouveau architecture. It owes this to a devastating fire that burned a large proportion of the city to the ground in 1904. The entire town was subsequently rebuilt in the fashionable style of the time, art nouveau. If you like marine life, join us on a visit to Atlanterhavsparken - one of Northern Europe’s largest salt-water aquariums. The tour includes a visit to the open-air pool to see the resident penguins. After visiting Atlanterhavsparken, we continue onwards and upwards to Mount Aksla where you will get an amazing panorama of the area. In the summer months, we set course for the spectacular UNESCO- listed Geirangerfjordpassing sheer, 800 metre cliffs and impressive waterfalls en route. In autumn, we explore Hjørundfjord, situated amidst the majestic Sunnmøre Alps. Its seclusion and unspoiled natural landscape are what give this fjord its special character: far from the tourist bustle, taking passengers past steep rock walls, green meadows, lonely mountain farms and small villages. Optional excursions on this day in the period 01 April 2018 - 31 May 2020: • 13:45 - 21:15, Geiranger with Trollstigen Pass (Geiranger - Molde) - 02 June - 01 Sept Sat 24 Discover medieval spirit in the old capital Location: Kristiansund - Rørvik Few large cities have managed to preserve their intimacy as effectively as Norway’s third largest city, . Viking king, Olav Tryggvason, founded this ancient city as early as 997. Join our optional excursion to Norway’s national shrine, Nidaros Cathedral, the country´s only Gothic-style cathedral built over the burial place of St. Olav, Norway’s patron saint. Here you can marvel at the cathedral’s incredible architectural details and exquisite works of art. During spring and summer, we continue to the Ringve Museum of Musical History, where the history of Norway’s music is brought to life. This beautiful manor house is surrounded by a wonderful botanical garden, and provides fantastic views of both the city and the fjord. From September to May you can experience Trondheim in a vintage carriage on the world’s northernmost tram for a unique sightseeing tour. You can also explore Trondheim from sea level in a kayak along the river Nid all year, or experience the city on a bicycle and try out the world’s only bicycle lift from April to September. Join the Expedition team for a hike to discover more of the surroundings of Trondheim. In the afternoon, the ship sets a northwest course, passing the beautiful Kjeungskjær lighthouse and numerous charming islets and rocky outcrops. After passing through the narrow Stokksund, the ship heads towards charming Rørvik. Sunday 25 Welcome to the Arctic! Location: Brønnøysund - Svolvær Today we cross the Arctic Circle! This invisible line is situated at 66 degrees 33 minutes north and marks the border to the Arctic Region. In summer, this means 24-hour daylight - often referred to as the ‘midnight sun’. During winter, being above this latitude provides the best chances for experiencing the Northern Lights. Even if you aren’t awake to see the Arctic Circle, the captain makes sure that the occasion is a memorable event. If you are sailing in Arctic waters for the first time, you can participate in a daytime Arctic Circle ceremony on deck. Near Ørnes, you find Svartisen, Norway’s second largest glacier. Join us for a trip to the Svartisen Tourist Centre in summer, where you can admire the beauty of this enigmatic ice world. Afterwards, the journey continues along the beautiful coast of HYPERLINK "https://www.hurtigruten.com/inspiration/landmarks/the-helgeland-coast/"Helgeland to Bodø, where you re-join the ship. In Bodø, you can join an adventure in harmony with nature, eagles and the deep blue sea. We head to Saltstraumen in a RIB, where you witness the world’s most powerful tidal current. On this exciting journey through wild landscape, there is also a good chance to observe sea eagles. Majestic, beautiful Lofoten Later this afternoon, the sight of the 1,000 m high Lofoten Wall appears on the horizon. Tucked between majestic granite cliffs and white sandy beaches, Lofoten is an experience that is out of the ordinary. The charms of the HYPERLINK "https://www.hurtigruten.com/inspiration/landmarks/lofoten-and-vesteralen/"Lofoten HYPERLINK "https://www.hurtigruten.com/inspiration/landmarks/lofoten-and-vesteralen/" Islands are revealed in the small, picturesque fishing villages with their bohemian ambience. Take a stroll between stockfish racks and ‘rorbuer’, the traditional fisherman’s huts. At Stamsund, join a historical journey to the Lofotr Viking Museum, where you are invited into the chieftain’s house, a full-size reconstruction featuring exhibits of finds dating back to the Viking Age. The chieftain and the lady of the house invite you to join them for a real Viking meal in the banquet hall, providing a taste of the Viking Age, complete with traditional food, drinks, costumes, singing and dancing. Between Stamsund and Svolvær, you have the chance to experience life on a herb and cheese farm in Lofoten, or visit the Lofoten’s only craft brewery, situated in an old fish landing facility in Svolvær. Monday 26 Feeling like a polar hero Location: Stokmarknes - Skjervøy Get ready for a day full of exciting activities, whatever the season! During the morning hours, we briefly dock at Risøyhamn, and Finnsnes. The ship then continues to Tromsø, `Capital of the Arctic´, for a prolonged stay. Many epic Arctic expeditions used Tromsø as a starting point. Join our `Polar History Walk´ in winter to learn more about the explorers and Arctic hunters, and to taste beer made at the world´s northernmost brewery. In winter and spring, you can complete your stay in Tromsø with a thrilling husky dog sledge ride. On this mini polar expedition, the huskies pull you over the frozen landscape while you enjoy stunning views of the ocean, mountains and open plateaus. During the polar night, the only light comes from headlamps, the starry sky, and, if we’re lucky, the magical Northern Lights. Why not test your coordination skills and have some winter fun by joining a cross-country skiing or snowshoeing adventure or go deep-sea fishing on an Arctic fjord. All year you can join the Expedition team for hikes and discover more of Tromsø and its surroundings. If you want to experience peace and tranquillity on the sea, why not join us for a kayaking excursion in summer? Paddle in the waters off the Tromsø coastline with the mountains as a stunning backdrop. This is a great way to silently glide through these pristine waters and get close to marine wildlife.

Tuesday 27 At the top of the world - North Cape Location: Øksfjord - Berlevåg Enjoy magnificent sub-Arctic landscape as we cross the 71st parallel on our journey towards North Cape, one of the northernmost points on the European continent. In summer, you may see herds of grazing reindeer and small camps belonging to the indigenous Sámi people. After a brief and early stop in Hammerfest we arrive in Havøysund where you can disembark for an overland RIB and Hike expedition to the North Cape during the summer months. We pass scenic bird cliffs on our way to Hornvika, where we hike the old historical route up to the North Cape Plateau. The ship arrives in Honningsvåg, the gateway to the spectacular North Cape. An optional excursion to the North Cape plateau puts you at 71°10'21´N, only 2,000 km away from the geographic North Pole. Standing on top the 307-metre high North Cape plateau imparts a sublime sense of being at the end of the world. Nearby is one of the world's most exciting nature reserves, Gjesværstappan. Join a bird-watching safari to experience 's largest flock of puffins, as well as large numbers of kittiwakes. During the nesting season, this area is teeming with life, and mighty sea eagles hover above in search of prey. Meanwhile guillemots, razorbills, cormorants, arctic skuas, northern fulmars, brünnich's guillemots, and the large northern gannet fill the air with a cacophony of shrieks and screeches. If you want to learn more about local life in this remote region, join the fishing village visit that takes you through the island of Magerøya´s fantastic scenery to the fishing communities of Kamøyvær and Skarsvåg. Along the way, your guide tells you about the area´s nature, local culture and history. Sailing north The ship then continues north, sailing into the heartland of the indigenous Sámi people. We pass their ancient sacred site, the rock formation HYPERLINK "https://www.hurtigruten.com/inspiration/landmarks/finnkirka/"Finnkirka, as we approach our next stop, the fishing village Kjøllefjord. Here you have the opportunity to learn more about the Sámi people, as well as to explore the wonderful landscape in summer and autumn. Learn about Sámi traditions and their way of life, and hear traditional Sámi joiking (song). In winter, you can join us on an unforgettable snowmobile trip to one of Europe's most extreme and exciting natural areas. Along the way, guides tell you about the Sámi people, the geographic and climatic conditions, life on the Finnmark coast, and how the local population effectively utilises nature during both the summer and winter seasons. Experience snow-clad valleys, fresh winter air and perhaps the mesmerizing Northern Lights in the clear, starry sky. 'Sámi Autumn' is an excursion where you can learn about the Arctic natural 'pantry and pharmacy', sampling dried-reindeer meat, crowberry juice, herbal tea (nettle) and roseroot tincture. You may also feel the presence of the Sámi shaman, Noaidi.

Wednesday 28 The extreme north Location: The vistas become more dramatic as we approach Kirkenes. We arrive in nearby Vadsø early in the morning and just after breakfast, arrive in Kirkenes, at 30° East, further east than Istanbul and St. Petersburg. This is Hurtigruten’s turning point for the return journey southwards. Kirkenes is known as the capital of the Barents region and gateway to the east. The Russian border is a just few miles away. You may find it intriguing that the local road signs are written in both Norwegian and Russian. Depending on the season, there are many ways to visit the Russian frontier. Travel either by bus (all year), enjoy a riverboat safari, or join an action-packed trip on ATV/quad-bikes. Kirkenes also boasts several fascinating small museums recounting the history of the region. Upon disembarkation, you be transferred to the airport for a flight to Helsinki. (Prices and schedules for this flight are not available until October, 2018). Upon arrival, you will have a transfer to the Original Sokos Hotel Presidenti in Helsinki. This evening you will enjoy a dinner cruise. Return to your hotel for overnight. Thursday, August 29 – After breakfast at your hotel, enjoy a free day in Helsinki. Suggest we join the Hop-on-Hop off sightseeing bus and enjoy the city at your own pace and what appeals. Overnight at the Original Sokos Hotel Presidenti in Helsinki. Friday, August 30 – After breakfast at your hotel, you will transfer to the port for a ferry ride to Tallinn, Estonia, a UNESCO World Heritage site. On the ferry that departs at 10:30am, you can enjoy a range of restaurants, do shopping and have fun while comfortably crossing the Gulf of Finland on your way to the beautiful capital of Estonia. When you arrive in Tallinn at around 12:30pm, you will meet your guide to get prepared to have a great day out in this historical city. During the city tour you will see the main city square and the city hall, towers and houses of guilds from Middle Ages, Aleksander Nevsky Cathedral and Kadriog Park, Toompea Castle and much more. Tallinn, Estonia’s capital on the Baltic Sea, retains its walled, cobble stoned Old Town, home to cafes and shops, as well as Kiek in de Kök, a 15th-century defensive tower. The Old Town, dating from around the 15th century, is Estonia’s only UNESCO World Heritage site, and is more than worthy of the title. After your time in Tallinn, you will take the return ferry to Helsinki. Dinner will be on your own. Overnight at the Original Sokos Hotel Presidenti in Helsinki. Saturday, August 31 – After breakfast at your hotel, you will meet your guide for an excursion to the Lakes District of Finland. Finland is known as the country of a thousand lakes, with more lakes than any other European country. At the end of the day, you will return to the Original Sokos Hotel Presidenti in Helsinki.

Sunday, September 1 – After breakfast at your hotel, you will have a transfer to the airport for your flight to return home. END OF MODULE 1

Join MODULE 2

MODULE 2 –Helsinki – St. Petersburg $986 per person, double occupancy, single: $1246

Sunday, September 1 – After breakfast at your hotel, you will have a transfer to the train station to board your train to St. Petersburg. When you arrive, you will transfer to the Ambassador Hotel for overnight. You will have the afternoon at leisure and dinner on your own. Monday, September 2 – After breakfast at your hotel, you will meet your guide. This great day tour will cover the magnificent summer residencies of the Russian emperors - Peterhof and Pushkin (the Czar's Village). Walk in the famous fountain park of Peterhof and visit Catherine’s Palace with its unique Amber Room. Dinner will be on your own. Overnight will be at the Ambassador Hotel. Tuesday, September 3 – After breakfast at your hotel, you will meet your guide for a tour of the famous Hermitage (Winter Palace) Museum. You will be amazed at the art, antiquities, jewelry and sculptures which this museum contains. You will return to the hotel for the afternoon at leisure before going to attend a performance of the Russian Ballet. Dinner will be on your own. Overnight will be at the Ambassador Hotel. Wednesday, September 4 – After breakfast at the hotel, you will meet your guide for a cruise of the canals of St. Petersburg. The afternoon will be at leisure. Overnight will be at the Ambassador Hotel. Thursday, September 5 – You will have breakfast at your hotel. This will conclude your tour. End of Module Two – Return home.

PROGRAM CONDITIONS

INCLUDED IN PRICE OF STANDARD PROGRAM: Items indicated in itinerary. NOT INCLUDED IN PRICE: Additions or changes to the standard program (see below); individual transfers; laundry, coffee and drinks; excess baggage and items of a personal nature; any increase in taxes and fees that may occur between the printing of this brochure and issuing of airline tickets; trip interruption and cancellation insurance. Price is based on the exchange rate at the time of printing and may be subject to change. Additional charge of $254 for double occupancy and $326 for single occupancy to pay by credit card. PAYMENT SCHEDULE: Deposit of $500 due with registration. SINGLE ROOMS: When available, single rooms are often smaller than doubles. Single room supplement is indicated in the itinerary.. ROOMMATES: You will be charged for a single room if you do not have a roommate and/or Gomega Travel cannot match you with one. MEALS: Indicated in itinerary. LUGGAGE: Limit of one suitcase and one carry-on per person, not to exceed 50 pounds or 62 inches total. TRANSFERS: Indicated in itinerary AIRLINE TICKETS: Printed 45 days prior to departure, tickets cannot be changed or refunded thereafter. Air transportation to/from your European destination will be jet economy class aboard IATA and ARC carriers utilizing APEX or SUPER APEX non-refundable, nonamenable tickets for groups of 10 or more passengers flying together for entire itinerary. FLIGHT TIMES: Subject to change by airlines without advance notice. Gomega Travel is not responsible for such changes or delays and does not reimburse expenses resulting from such delays. ITINERARY LENGTH: Because airlines often change flight schedules after brochures are printed, Gomega Travel reserves the right to shorten or lengthen the itinerary accordingly and, whenever possible, you will be notified in writing. If changes necessitate extra overnights, there will be additional charges. CANCELLATION FEES: For the land portion of this trip, the following cancellation policy applies. Once we receive the final hotel contracts, we will notify you if any changes are mandated by the hotels. From the day of registration to 120 days prior to departure the $100 non-refundable registration fee is the only charge. Thereafter, the following charges apply: 119-90 days: $500; 89-60 days: 50% of total cost; 59-45 days: 75% of total cost; 44 days to day of departure: 100% of total cost. All refund claims must be received in writing. Cruise cancellation fees are determined by Hurtigruten and will be explained at the time of booking. The itinerary may be subject to minor changes based on local situations. When the total number of tour members should fall below 20 people, Gomega reserves the right to recalculate the price or cancel the tour. In case of cancellation, the tour cost will be fully refunded.

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