The Mail on Sunday

Two fantastic voyages to see the Northern Lights

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THE beautiful Norwegian fjords and bewitching Northern Lights are two natural wonders that everyone wants to experience at least once in their lifetime. So why not combine them by joining one of our two exclusive sailings departing at the end of this year? Each of these spectacula­r 12-day voyages with our travel partner Hurtigrute­n will also feature a special guest.

REASONS TO BOOK

Exclusive talks & events: The first sailing, departing on November 29 on RS Richard With, will be joined by the legendary explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes. Sir Ranulph will give an exclusive talk, Q&A and video presentati­on on board the ship. He will also accompany readers on a special excursion to visit Norway’s remote and beautiful North Cape, the northernmo­st point in Europe.

Alternativ­ely, you can choose the second sailing, which departs on December 5 on MS Polarlys, which will be joined by the popular broadcaste­r Carol Kirkwood.

Carol will give an exclusive talk about her career as a weather presenter and time on Strictly, and take your questions in a private question and answer session. She will also accompany readers on a Taste Of Vesteralen experience, during which you’ll explore the area of Harstad before crossing a fjord by ferry while enjoying freshbaked cakes and a hot drink.

Sail the fjords in style: Throughout your unforgetta­ble journey, you will be sailing on one of Hurtigrute­n’s superb ships, where facilities include a two-storey panoramic lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows, an à la carte restaurant, bar, cafes, bakery, swimming pool and hot tub, sauna with a view, fitness room and library. The ship also hosts a series of free talks and demonstrat­ions. Meals include Norwegian specialiti­es such as roast reindeer and aquavit ice cream, and are included in the price. The world’s most beautiful voyage: During your wonderful 12-day adventure, you’ll see 2,500 miles of stunning coastline, have the chance to explore more than 30 historic ports and spend seven days in the ‘auroral zone’, where the Lights are at their most breathtaki­ng.

Brilliant Arctic activities:

Pick from dozens of optional activities**, from guided nature walks and husky-sledding to a midnight concert at Tromso’s Arctic Cathedral – or a traditiona­l Viking feast.

Your Northern Lights promise:

Our travel partner Hurtigrute­n is so confident you will see the Northern Lights during your trip that if you don’t, the company will offer you another six- or seven-day Northern Lights voyage free of charge***.

 ?? ?? NATURAL WONDER: The Northern Lights over a fjord village. Top left: Husky-sledding is one of the thrilling activites you can choose on the trip
NATURAL WONDER: The Northern Lights over a fjord village. Top left: Husky-sledding is one of the thrilling activites you can choose on the trip
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