Youll find a wide range of norway cruises available with a variety of different cruise lines to suit different tastes and budgets. Would love to read posts from viking cruisers on the 2020 northern lights cruises or from 2019 cruisers on this itinerary as to whether you saw the northern ligh. Cruises to see the northern lights are extremely popular and therefore book far in. Take a look at our late cruise deals to find the best cruise deals for your northern lights holiday. By continuing to use our website you agree to our cookie policy. 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.
Arctic norway is ideally located in the middle of the northern lights zone. Northern lights find your perfect cruise destination in. 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. There is the option to cruise from the uk or fly and start your holiday in bergen, renowned for its hanseatic. They have been sailing that region in summer since 2016. During the winter, its dark from around 6pm to 1am in countries above the arctic circle and this is the time the northern lights are visible, though you may have to be patient some nights. I have lived in juneau for 5 years we are far enough north for the northern lights. The 12night london tilbury to bergen or vice versa voyage on the. The bartenders at norwegian cruise line have crafted a new cocktail to complement the alaska cruises, and they are happy to share the recipe with you. The beautiful aurora borealis is mother natures ultimate light show. Supporting the nhs here at rol cruise, we are aiming to raise.
Boasting both the northernmost city in the world and mainland europes northernmost point, its location provides ample opportunities for seeing the auro. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading aurora. Northern lights cruises in norway can be as short as 3 days or you can do the full round trip coastal voyage in 12 days. Northern lights cruises antarctic peninsula, port lockroy, gentoo penguins, ship plancius in the background, travel, cruise, polar cruise, expedition cruise, polar best northern lights cruises. Year, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 20, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009. I began reading this book because a friend had recommended it. Hurtigruten promises passengers the chance to book a complimentary weeklong. Destinations you can discover in your search of the northern lights. Have found 2 companies but wanted to know if anyone had used them they are. With direct flights from the united kingdom and ireland, it is even easier to access the wonders of northern norway and go in search of the elusive, magnificent northern lights. Our daily departures travel to places no other cruise ships go. Northern lights titled the golden compass in north america and some other countries is a youngadult fantasy novel by philip pullman, published in 1995 by scholastic uk. Welcome to the awardwinning northern light cruising co. Northern lights cruise 2016 with exciting cruises to choose from.
Check the lunar cycle around the dates you want to book your cruise and try to avoid booking your northern lights experience when theres a full moon. The northern lights are like a mighty symphonic ballet with muted sound. This cruise guarantees youll see the northern lights or your. Visit the norwegian fjords, see the northern lights or step foot on antarctica or other unique destinations. The world philip pullman creates in this book is both familiar. Plan your northern lights alaska cruise now to catch the stunning display in its full glory. We have built up an extensive range of trusted and knowledgeable aurora guides, photographers and experts throughout northern scandinavia and combined with our 6point aurora hunting plan, we. 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. Experience norways beautiful fjords, charming ports, and rare wildlife under the midnight sun or the spectacular northern lights. For those on northern lights cruises 2019 and 2020.
In search of the northern lights kindle edition by windridge, dr melanie. Climb aboard a nautical vessel and cruise out along tranquil faxa bay, motoring beyond the glow of the capital city in hopes of glimpsing the unforgettable celestial spectacle. The northern lights are also known as the aurora borealis, a name given to them by scientist and astronomer, galileo. The northern lights cruise was one of our must do cruises. Faxa bay cruise in search of the northern lights reykjavik. The northern lights are a natural phenomenon that performs on its own schedule, so there are no guarantees youll see them, regardless of when you sail. Northern lights cruises cheap northern lights cruises. Supporting the nhs cruise holidays and deals rol cruise. A good read but can get a bit detailed on astrophyics which at times can blow your mind. Working from oban, on the beautiful west coast of scotland, we offer wildlife and island cruises that combine birdwatching, whalewatching, island hopping and walking. Cruising far north in norways winter, witness snowdusted landscapes, cities hushed in slumber and the luminous aurora borealis dancing in the sky. Compare and book shore excursions for your next cruise.
Northern lights cruises northern norway forum tripadvisor. Arctic highlights with flights northern lights cruise. Our range of exciting short breaks, longer cruises and themed winter voyages along the norway coast and across the arctic circle to the land of the northern lights, have been designed to experience the best of arctic norway in winter. With options to cruise from a selection of uk ports or enjoy a flycruise sailing from a european port, theres a norway cruise for everyone. It is thus important to board a cruise which will ensure that you get the best view ever of the northern lights. The answer is not a busy hotel, because the northern lights show to their best advantage where. Would love to read posts from viking cruisers on the 2020 northern lights cruises or from 2019 cruisers on this itinerary as to whether you saw the northern lights and, if so, what were you able to see with the naked eye. We are considering a march 2021 northern lights cruise or doing a land tour of either norway or finland to try and see northern lights. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. We like to make a grand entrance, so we love sailing into the pretty port of andalsnes. Arctic highlights with flights northern lights cruise 20172018.
For those on northern lights cruises 2019 and 2020 viking. Book a 12day classic round voyage from bergen to kirkeness and back to take advantage of this offer with fares from. 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. 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. Set in a parallel universe, it features the journey of lyra belacqua to the arctic in search of her missing friend, roger parslow, and her imprisoned uncle, lord asriel, who. Of course, spotting the northern lights isnt always easy. The aurora zone is the original northern lights holiday company. For the very peak of aurora borealis efficiency, youre going to want to try to get into the strip of geography known as the auroral zone.
Aurora borealis showcasing the northern lights above kirkjufell mountain in iceland photo. The aurora borealis, aka the northern lights, is a natural phenomenon of the far. Like the northern lights cocktail, you might say that the gimlet was also born at sea. The long, dark nights of fall and winter bring one bright spot to those who venture to the northern hemispheres most northerly reaches. Has anyone been on a good northern lights cruise in norway. Northern lights cruises depart mostly from ports in the u. Norway northern lights holidays discover the world. Day by day itineraries, when we cruise, the ports we call out and much more. Here, with a little luck, youll be able to enjoy the magnificent aurora borealis, otherwise known as the northern lights.
The ultimate guide to the northern lights hurtigruten uk. The taste is invigorating after a long day exploring the sights. X we use cookies to give you the best experience possible. We know that no trip to the arctic circle is quite complete without experiencing this highlight at least once on your journey. Britains favourite cruise line, with cruise holidays to hundreds of mustsee destinations including the mediterranean, caribbean and more. Seeing the northern lights from the deck of a hurtigruten ship under a star studded sky is a magical experience. Northern lights cruise northern lights cruise holidays from. Get a free voyage if you dont see the northern lights on your cruise in norway. Youll get another trip with hurtigruten if you dont see the northern lights on. Hurtigruten promises passengers the chance to book a. Royal caribbean takes you to more unforgettable shores, from bucket listworthy spots to gamechanging private destinations.
In search of the northern lights london to bergen viking. Northern lights cruises 20192020 the telegraph travel. Our cruises take you to some of the most incredible. Holiday time is precious make every moment memorable. Where is the best place to see the northern lights. With its soaring mountains, sheersided fjords and endless dark skies, the north of norway is a beautifully dramatic destination to go searching for the northern lights. The northern lights promise is valid on cruises from october to march. The aurora borealis is formed by solar plasma and winds, creating a uniquely shifting light show illuminating the sky. For every booking made with us we will be donating. Northern lights will sail for the first time this coming january.
A guide to the best northern lights cruises in 2017, 2018 and 2019, with nofly itineraries and trips including winter activities such as dogsledding. Hurtigrutens special astronomy voyage is a 12day cruise from the. The northern lights are one of the great natural wonders of the world and theres nothing quite like seeing the aurora from the deck of a cruise. Alaska cruises to see the northern lights usa today. Oct 18, 2017 unfortunately for alaska visitors who want to go on a cruise and see the northern lights, the cruise season and. Most of the cheap northern lights cruises have been installed with good facilities which ensure that you enjoy the best view ever. Our complete guide to northern lights in iceland including the top spots to see them, best hotels with northern lights wakeup calls and top aurora tours. Dec 27, 2017 10 of the best ways to see the northern lights. Discover our incredible selection of northern lights cruises with exclusive rol packages and more.
Embarkation was trouble free and we were soon onboard. Northern lights the best way to see the aurora borealis. Book your next cruise along the norwegian coast today. Virgin voyages first cruise ship made its debut in an england port and is even more glam.
The lights are most active in late autumn and early spring, but most visible when the weather is cold and dry and the nights are long and dark, around december. Aurora was the roman goddess of the dawn, and borealis is derived from the greek name for the north wind, boreas. Anyone done vikings in search of northern lights itinerary. Cruise in search of the northern lights experience an arctic land where dawn and twilight merge. Taking a cruise to see the northern lights is a truly magical experience, and one that is high on many peoples bucket lists.
A guide to the best northern lights cruises in 2017, 2018 and 2019. Saga cruises spirit of discovery departs southampton on 21 february 2020 for a 16night aurora explorer cruise. Other cruise lines have done similar but this will be vikings first winter cruise to this area. Behold a breathtaking natural occurrence during a guided evening cruise to see the northern lightsor aurora borealis. If the northern lights do not appear during your magic of the arctic winter expedition cruise between january 1 february 28, 2021 or december 1, 2021 and february 28, 2022, we will offer you another magic of the arctic winter expedition cruise, completely free of charge. Support luxe adventure traveler and book your next hotel on our partner site. We decided in 2016 when my husband and i both turned 60, that we would celebrate with another cruise and decided on seeing the northern lights as this was on both our bucket lists, we hoped we would be able to tick this one off. Northern lights cruises 20202021 cruising holidays. This is the best time to book a cruise if you want to score a deal video.
If youve dreamed of seeing the glowing colors of the aurora borealis light up the night sky, and lets face it, who hasnt, you are probably wondering where is the best place to see the northern lights. Northern lights holidays see the northern lights in lapland. Luxe adventure travelers complete guide to northern. But in the summer the daylight hours are so long that the peak time for northern lights about 4am its already bright at mid morning. Boasting both the northernmost city in the world and mainland europes northernmost point, its location provides ample. It was only when i finished it that i noticed that it was written for children. Northern lights is a takeoff on the classic gimlet cocktail, made with equal parts gin and lime juice. The beautiful aurorae, or northern lights, are the stuff of legends. Find out all you need to know about seeking the northern lights. For a really memorable holiday you can even book a whole boat for friends and family. There may be no cruise quite as iconic as one to the northern seas around scandinavia and iceland. Whether youre an avid fan or new to cruises, our experienced consultants will help you find the best value on a cruise holiday thats tailored to suit you perfectly. Whether your interest is in whales, walking, birds, natural history or photography we have. Oh my goodness, ive heard so much confusion over whether or not to book a northern lights.
Take a short 2 or 3 nights northern lights cruise, departing from tromso. The name is a nod to the mysterious northern lights of the polar north. These voyages generally depart from the uk and sail up along the coast of. No matter the season, all hurtigruten cruises are thrilling adventures filled with amazing scenery and active friluftsliv outdoor life experiences.
Set in a parallel universe, it features the journey of lyra belacqua to the arctic in search of her missing friend, roger parslow, and her imprisoned uncle, lord asriel, who has been conducting experiments with a mysterious. Cruises and cruise holidays for 20192021 royal caribbean uk. In search of the northern lights paperback may 16, 2017. Unfortunately for alaska visitors who want to go on a cruise and see the northern lights, the cruise season and. Northern lights cruise northern lights cruise holidays. Hurtigruten has released a new collection of northern lights and arctic highlights voyages for 201718 reservations for the new collection of itineraries are now open and are perfect if you wish to explore norways stunning coastline and see the incredible northern lights during your time in the region. Have found 2 companies but wanted to know if anyone had used them they are blue water holidays and mighty fine cruise. 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. We knew our way around as we have sailed on the oriana before. Northern lights cruises norway northern lights holidays.