Your NORWAY Cruise The Original Coastal Voyage since 1893 ––– Dear guest Thank you for choosing to travel with us. We are as excited as you are about your cruise along the Norwegian coast. This will be a grand adventure discovering the length of what is considered to be the world’s most beautiful coastline. In this document, you will find general information about things you need to do before you go, what we recommend you pack, the experience when on board, and what to expect. Clicking on the underlined links in the document will take you to our website, where you can find further details. Please make sure that you have an internet connection to do this. You will receive one more e-mail from us approximately 2-4 weeks before your departure. This will contain your tickets. We very much look forward to welcoming you on board. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions: Reservations: 020 8846 2666 Fjords and mountains. The midnight sun Email: [email protected] and the Northern Lights. To many, Norway Web: hurtigruten.co.uk is defined by its natural wonders. When you come here, you’ll understand why. Kind regards Your Hurtigruten team Content Before you go 3 What to pack 4 On your way 5 Follow us on Facebook, When on board 6 Twitter & Instagram Highlights/What to expect 7 Responsibility and sustainability. FAQ 8 THE ORIGINAL COASTAL VOYAGE SINCE 1893 2 what ––– The four seasons in Norway are very distinct, here are the packing tips to pack for each season. In addition to your “ordinary” packing list (toiletries and necessary basic clothes), we recommend these items for your voyage: A pair of casual shoes for use onboard A small waterproof backpack to carry essentials when going ashore. Camera equipment and a memory card with Please remember to bring your passport/ID. a large capacity. Check if you need an adapter. The power plugs and sockets on board are Sunglasses with UV-filter lenses of type F. The standard voltage is 230 V on board and the standard frequency is 50 Hz. Remember to bring sufficient medication to last through any unforeseen delays The dress code aboard the ship is relaxed and casual, and you are not expected to dress formally for meals Shoes with good soles are recommended for use on the outside deck and for excursions ashore. A pair of good binoculars Make sure that they are worn-in walking boots. winter spring summer Autumn Wrap up warm Cover all bases Summer attire Lots of layers It can get very cold along the As you are likely to encoun- Summer weather along the While the sun may be shining, coast during winter, so we rec- ter three seasons during one coast can be changeable, so you can also expect cooler ommend you pack base and sailing in spring, it’s impor- in addition to t-shirt, shorts weather during the autumn mid layers, as well as a thick tant to pack well and layer and sandals, it’s wise to pack months. Make sure to pack thin winter jacket, hat, gloves, up. We advise bringing a a warm jumper, light jacket layers and some warm clothes woolly jumper, scarf, winter woollen jumper, warm socks, (water-resistant), thin hat – a woolly jumper, wind and boots, and pull-on spikes (for a thick scarf, winter boots, and gloves, and hiking shoes. waterproof jacket and trousers, a sale on board). warm, waterproof trousers hat, gloves and light hiking boots. and jacket, a hat and gloves. THE ORIGINAL COASTAL VOYAGE SINCE 1893 3 on your way More information about your voyage To see what is included in your cruise, please follow these steps: 1) Click on this link 2) Find your voyage (12, 7 or 6 days voyage) 3) Click on your voyage 4) Scroll down to you see the tab: “What’s included” and click on it On this voyage page, you will also find: - The itinerary for your cruise - Information about our ships - Optional excursions PLEASE NOTE: Approximately 2-4 weeks before departure, you will receive further information about your pre and post travel arrangements including transfers, luggage, flights and ship schedule according to your trip booked with us. Practical information Travel documentation For your For your convenience, convenience, we have gathered we have gathered general and all information practical about travel information documetation on one page here. here. THE ORIGINAL COASTAL VOYAGE SINCE 1893 4 When on board The Hurtigruten Guides enhances The joy of “friluftsliv” We are completely in the thrall of nature: your experience Norwegians are famous for their love of be it forest, shoreline or windswept moun- Throughout your voyage, the onboard the outdoors, which is hardly surprising tains – no matter what the weather. Some- Hurtigruten Guides will invite you to join given the country’s beautiful nature. This times the paths are icy, the wind is strong, in a variety of activities on board and dur- affinity for being in and with nature is and fog impairs the view, but the call of ing landings. called ‘friluftsliv’. It acts in contrast to the wild, the joy of being outdoors, feeling, hectic, everday life, allowing Norwegians smelling, and being in the moment are the Join the Guides on board slow down the pace and focus on nature. essential elements of your experience. Learn more about Norway’s history, Because Hurtigruten is a Norwegian culture and wildlife as you sail. Our Guides company, friluftsliv runs through all our enthusiastically share their knowledge and activities. passion on a variety of subjects including biology, history, geology, culture and Join the Guides on land science – presented in an entertaining, We want to show you what we love about social and informal way. Join our onboard Norway and hope you will experience the lectures, both inside and on deck, as we sense of “friluftsliv” on special excursions pass points of interest, and during evening with our Guides. Join them for onshore gatherings. hikes to see the best and most interesting spots and sites along the coast. These hikes Read more Our Guides are also Canon-certified and are presold, sold on board as a package, or about your will deliver a photography programme booked individually on board. The focus Guides during the voyage that teaches you how to is on the hike itself – reaching a viewpoint, take even better pictures as we sail through for example, or encountering an interesting amazing landscapes. sight. Here THE ORIGINAL COASTAL VOYAGE SINCE 1893 5 Norway’s coastal kitchen Our on-board menu is inspired by “Norway’s coastal kitchen”, and our chefs make full use of the 34 ports we visit to receive deliveries of fresh produce from local sup- pliers, both coastal and inland, every single day. Fuel up on full board Dinner the very best of what our chefs toppings, and a wide selection of Enjoy delicious meals made from For your evening meal, our chefs have to offer. Dine on premium coffees, organic local teas, hot the freshest ingredients. present you with three- or four- produce, including freshly caught chocolate and soft drinks. course dinners or lavish buffets. Norwegian seafood like cod or king Breakfast Being a coastal voyage, many crab, sustainably cultivated root *The à la carte menu is only bookable on board. MS Lofoten has its own dinner concept with a Our breakfast buffet provides ingredients come straight from vegetables and free-range reindeer menu from the 1960s, and MS Vesterålen does a wide selection of cold meats, the sea – like cod, langoustine meat, along with excellent cheeses. not offer the à la carte menu. MS Spitsbergen has a bistro but does not offer à la carte dining. cheeses, eggs, cereals, fruit, freshly and Arctic char. You might also All food is delivered by local sup- baked bread and pastries. And be served inland specialities like pliers. Pair your meal with a bottle **Only available on selected ships you’ll often find the chef cooking reindeer, tender and juicy beef and from our list of specially selected pancakes and waffles to order. seasonal vegetables. We also offer a fine wines. A satisfying end to a Eat like a king to start your day of full vegan three-course dinner. perfect day! discovery. Choose from our wide selection of beverages including wines, beer, On-board cafés and Lunch aquavit and soft drinks. bakeries Lunch is an appetising spread If you get peckish between meals, of hot and cold buffet, featuring Upgrade to our à la carte we offer a range of on-board traditional regional dishes and menu* refreshments. Try Hurtigruten’s other meat, fish and vegetarian After a busy day of exploring, you signature burger or famous shrimp You find more options. You’ll find fresh bread, may want to relax with something sandwich at Brygga Bistro & Café. information about fruit and vegetables, local cheeses extra special for dinner in a more If you have a sweet tooth, then Norway’s Coastal and a choice of salads, cold cuts private setting. We recommend Multe Bakery** is the place to go: Kitchen and seafood as well as tasty home- trying our à la carte menu for an freshly baked pastries, cakes and made Norwegian desserts. upscale culinary experience. Enjoy local ice cream with homemade Here THE ORIGINAL COASTAL VOYAGE SINCE 1893 6 5 highlights 6 ——These are some of the highlights along 4 the Norwegian Coast 3 2 1. The fjords The fjords formed when the glaciers of the Ice Age retreated. Seawater rushed in to replace the ice, flooding the u-shaped valleys and creating the mem- orable geography we now see.