IN SEARCH OF THE NORTHERN LIGHTS
9 days sailing from Newcastle March 1st 2024
The extraordinary Aurora Borealis is one of Mother Nature’s most awe-inspiring phenomena, an enchanting multi-coloured light show that streaks across the starry skies above your ship. Balmoral will sail across the Arctic Circle to a selection of destinations in Northern Norway, where you will be perfectly placed to have the best chance of seeing the Northern Lights. Wrap up warm and join us on deck to learn more from our Go Stargazing experts about the science behind the natural phenomenon, and turn your eyes to the night skies above.
MAR 01 2024
Departure - late afternoon
NEWCASTLE
2 DAYS SAILING
MAR 04
Arrival - late morning Departure - late night
BODØ NORWAY
MAR 05
Arrival - early morning Departure - early evening
NARVIK NORWAY
MAR 05
Arrival - late evening Departure - late evening
CRUISE TJELDSUNDET STRAIT NORWAY
MAR 06
Arrival - early morning Departure - early evening
TROMSØ NORWAY
MAR 07
Arrival - late night Departure - late night
CRUISE TJELDSUNDET STRAIT NORWAY
MAR 07
Arrival - early afternoon Departure - early afternoon
CRUISING SEVEN SISTERS MOUNTAIN RANGE
NORWAY
MAR 07
Arrival - late afternoon Departure - late afternoon
CRUISING TORGHATTEN NORWAY
MAR 08
Arrival - early afternoon Departure - early evening
ÅLESUND NORWAY
1 DAY SAILING
MAR 10
Arrival - early morning
NEWCASTLE
Beautiful Balmoral is small enough to navigate some of Europe’s most picturesque waterways so guests can enjoy hours of scenic cruising. Balmoral retains a warm, civilised atmosphere and features comfortable accommodation, stylish restaurants and plenty of open deck space.
In just nine nights, you will have the chance to spot the natural phenomenon of the Northern Lights from the comfort of your ship. There are plenty of immersive winter activities to give you a taste of life in the Arctic wilderness, from dog sledding (during which you can even mush your own team of huskies through the snowy landscapes) to ice fishing with a Tromsø local. Our itinerary planners have also included several scenic cruising highlights, with Balmoral passing sights such the Seven Sisters mountain range and Torghatten – the mountain with a hole through its centre. Your ship is also small enough to take a scenic shortcut through the Tjeldsundet Strait; and with many opportunities to see planets and other deep-sky objects during this cruise, astronomers from Go Stargazing will be on hand to help you spot them using binoculars.
Cabin Choices
Inside cabins from £ 1699.00
Outside cabins from £ 1999.00
Balcony cabins from £ 3899.00
All now with a drinks package included!
GO STARGAZING
Join us out on the decks of Balmoral as we learn more about our universe with experts and astronomers from Go Stargazing, who will take you on laser-guided tours of the night sky, help you identify planets and tell you tales of maritime folklore, giving you a unique perspective of the skies around us. On this cruise there may be increased activity of the Sun, meaning a good chance of seeing the Northern Lights if the skies are clear. You will, however, witness impressive night-time views and hear incredible facts and figures from astronomical distances to the sizes of stars from our knowledgeable and friendly astronomers.
Please call go on a cruise at Travelfox on 01347 822541 or e mail enquiries@goonacruise.co.uk
