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2010
GREENLAND
SPITSBERGEN
ANTARCTICA
Explorer voyages

WELCOME TO HURTIGRUTEN
CONTENTS
3 European Voyages
4 Spitsbergen: POLAR ENCOUNTERS
5 Spitsbergen: kingdom of the polar bear
6 Spitsbergen: SPITSBERGEN AND THE BEAR ISLAND (Bjørnøya)
7 Greenland: DISCOVER ICELAND AND THE TREASURES OF THE SOUTHERN GREENLAND
8 Greenland: Glaciers & icebergs of greenland
9 Greenland: voyage to the inuit north
10 Greenland: SOUTH &EAST GREENLAND AND ICELAND ADVENTURE
11 Greenland: ICELAND AND NORTH EAST GREENLAND
12 Greenland: ICELAND AND SOUTH GREENLAND-LABRADOR-NEWFOUNDLAND-HALIFAX
13 Antarctica: shackleton‘s antarctica
14 Antarctica: antarctic discovery
16-17 Antarctica: CHILEAN FJORD AND ANTARCTICA
18 Antarctica: WEDDELL SEA ADVENTURE
19 Antarctica: ANTARCTIC CIRCLE EXPEDITION
20-21 Cabin grade descriptions
22-23 Essential information
IMPORTANT NOTES
All our Explorer cruise itineraries are plane due to long experiences in Arctic and Antarctic waters.
However change in weather and ice conditions can make change in itineraries on at a very short notice
necessary. Latest updates will be given on board by the captain and expedition team.
DETAILED DAY BY DAY PROGRAM
For a more detailed day by day program ask your travel agent or www.hurtigruten.com
EXCURSIONS
Most of the excursions are done by polar circle boots (RIB boots) and are included in the cruise fare.
For more detailed excursion program ask you travel agent. However there are also some optional
excursion, please book as soon as possible, "first come first buy" policy.
prices
All prices are pr. person in euro. Early booking discount up to 20%.
See also page 22 – 23.
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European
voyages
EUROPEAN voyages
Choose from a selection of exceptional voyages that embrace the rich
maritime and cultural traditions of Europe. Please contact us for full voyage
dossiers with detailed day to day itineraries, excursions as well as arrival
and departure options and all available holiday extensions.
WESTERN EUROPE & THE CHANNEL ISLANDS
© Piksel Dreamstime.com
9 day EASTER VOYAGE 1–9 APRIL
Lisbon • Leixoes • La Coruna • Bordeaux • Sark • Guernsey • Le Havre • Dover
Explore the most captivating ports on the Atlantic coast including some of the
most fascinating rivers before heading into the English Channel to discover the
charm of the Channel Islands.
Departure 2010
April 1
Torre de Belém, Lisbon, Portugal
NORWEGIAN HIGHLIGHTS
10 day VOYAGE 9–18 APRIL
Dover • Stavanger • Ulvik/Hardangerfjord • Flåm/Sognefjord • Ålesund •
Geirangerfjord • Olden • Bergen • Oslo
Board the ship in Dover and relax as you sail to Norway's pretty coastal port of
Stavanger. Discover the very best parts of this spectacular coastline before ending
your voyage in Norway's capital city.
Departure 2010
April 9
Auerlandfjord and Flåm
delights of the baltic sea
©TallinnTouristBoard
11 day VOYAGE 18–28 APRIL
Oslo • Stockholm • Helsinki • St Petersburg • Tallinn • Gdynia • Oslo
Enjoy the most beautiful port cities of the Baltic and enjoy a wealth of traditional
maritime heritage. Visit Stockholm, the 'Venice of the North' and follow the trail
of Hanseatic merchants, exploring some of the most fascinating cities in Northern
Europe.
Departure 2010
April 18
Tallinn, Estonia
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HURTIGRUTEN EXPLORER
Spitsbergen
© Rinie van Meurs
80º
MOFFEN
SJUØYANE
Magdalenefjord
NORDAUSTLANDET
Woodfjord
Wahlenbergfjord
The Seven Icebergs
Kongsfjord
Blomstrandhamna
Ny-Ålesund
SPITSBERGEN
PRINS KARL’S
FORLAND
Icefjord
Barentsburg
LONGYEARBYEN
BARENTSØYA
Freemansund
EDGEØYA
Bellsund
Hornsund
SØRKAPP
Tusenøyane
Arctic or Svalbard Poppy in Spitsbergen
© Rinie van Meurs
© Trym Ivar Bergsmo
Monaco Glacier
Dramatic scenery watched from the deck
polar encounterS
6 day
This voyage from Spitsbergen in the Svalbard archipelago on MS Fram, navigates northbound from Longyearbyen to the remote
Moffen Island, visiting fjords, glaciers and Arctic settlements. Svalbard is rich in wildlife and dramatic scenery. Watch in awe as you sail
through the bays and channels of this starkly beautiful outreach of northern Europe. Look out for arctic fox, reindeer, seal and walrus
plus there is an excellent chance of spotting whales, as well as the solitary overlord of these Arctic regions, the polar bear.
Departure 2010
July 7
VOYAGE ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrive Longyearbyen. Overnight stay at
Spitsbergen Hotel.
Day 2 Embark on MS Fram. Sail to Barentsburg
and visit this Russian settlement, optional visit to
the Pomor Museum and a folklore show. Sail out
of the Icefjord, along the coast of Prins Karl’s
Forland and past the Kongsfjord heading
north.
© Nina Helland
Day 3 Sail through the Woodfjord area, via the
Monaco glacier to Moffen Island, Smeerenburgfjord,
Magdalenefjord and the Wagonway glacier.
Day 4 Krossfjord. Visit birdcliffs and glacier
fronts. Sail to Ny-Ålesund.
Day 5 Arrive in Longyearbyen and transfer
to Spitsbergen Hotel. Farewell dinner in the
hotel restaurant.
Day 6 Tour ends in Longyearbyen.
Jubilations after a huge glacier calving
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Spitsbergen
SJUØYANE
© Rinie van Meurs
80º
MOFFEN
Magdalenefjord
Woodfjord
Wahlenbergfjord
NORDAUSTLANDET
The Seven Icebergs
Kongsfjord
Blomstrandhamna
Ny-Ålesund
SPITSBERGEN
PRINS KARL’S
FORLAND
Icefjord
Barentsburg
LONGYEARBYEN
BARENTSØYA
Freemansund
EDGEØYA
Bellsund
Hornsund
SØRKAPP
Tusenøyane
A very relaxed Polar Bear
© Jørn Henriksen
© Jørn Henriksen
Unforgettable glacier views
Glacier visit by Zodiac boat
kingdom of the polar bear
9 day
This expedition cruise to Svalbard’s remote northern and eastern regions on board the MV Polar Star provides you with the opportunity
to experience at close hand the unique wildlife, awesome landscape and overwhelming silence of the Arctic. Our ship is one of the
most comfortable ice class vessels available for polar expeditions and she can safely explore areas that many others simply cannot
reach. Your final itinerary is dependent on weather and ice conditions, but we aim to explore the remote northern and eastern
regions of Spitsbergen – perhaps circumnavigating the island.
VOYAGE ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrive in Longyearbyen. Overnight stay
at Spitsbergen Hotel.
Day 2 Sightseeing tour of Longyearbyen,
board MV Polar Star and sail for the Icefjord
and Barentsburg.
Day 3 Stop off at Ny–Ålesund, before heading
north to Magdalenefjord and Smeerenburgfjord.
Day 4 – 7 Round the top of Spitsbergen, crossing
the 80th parallel before exploring fjords, glaciers
and icebergs. From here your itinerary is based
on local sea and ice conditions at the time, with
regular landings and Zodiac excursions. Explore
remote locations, seek out Arctic wildlife – including
polar bears – and have the chance to learn more
about the heritage of this fascinating region, from
our on board experts. If conditions allow, we may
circumnavigate the island of Spitsbergen, visit
Nordaustlandet, Wahlenburgfjord, Murchisonfjord
and possibly voyage as far as Edgeøya and
Sørkapp (Southern Cape).
Day 8 Return to Icefjord. Farewell dinner
on board.
Day 9 Early morning arrival in Longyearbyen
where you tods.
© Spitsbergen Travel
Departure 2010
June 10 1) , 17 and 24
July 1, 8, 15 ,22 and 29
August 5, 12 and 19 2)
1) 10 June departure, special photo cruise
with high level lecture.
2) 19 August departure, we try to reach the
easternmost island of Svalbard, Kvitøya.
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HURTIGRUTEN EXPLORER
Spitsbergen
80˚
Moffen
Nordaustlandet
Magdalenefjord
Kongsfjord
Prins-
Karls-
Forland
Ny Ålesund
SPITSBERGEN
Longyearbyen
Barentsburg
Ice border
Edgeøya
Hornsund
Bjørnøya
Departure 2010
June 8, 15, 22 and 29
SPITSBERGEN AND THE BEAR ISLAND (Bjørnøya)
9 day
Eight days of exploring the entire west coast of Spitsbergen, including Bjørnøya/Bear Island! This is a totally new and exciting cruise,
taking you all the way from the far south, up to the 80th parallel. In the course of an intense week, you will experience Svalbard’s
spectacular nature with beautiful fjords surrounded by jagged peaks and huge glaciers. During the cruise you will also experience
the wildlife and the fierce environment of the Arctic. The birdlife is remarkable, and even the most blasé orni¬thologists will be
completely astonished. Most likely you will spot seals, whales, wal¬ruses and the ‘king’ himself; the polar bear, in their natural
habitat.
VOYAGE ITINERARY
Day 1 Arriving in Longyearbyen, overnight at BLU
Radisson Spitsbergen Hotel
Day 2 After Lunch in the restaurant at Radisson
BLU Polar Hotel Spitsbergen, Sightseeing tour
Of Longyearbyen. Embarkation MS FRAM 18:00
Sailing time from Longyearbyen and sail for the
Icefjord and Barentsburg the Russian settlement.
Day 3 We arrive in the beautiful fjord of Hornsund
where we make landings either at Gåshamna or
Gnålodden before lunch. Onboard there will be
lectures. After lunch we will enjoy the beautiful
scenery of Brepollen, or cruise in Hamburgerbukta.
In the afternoon we sail south towards
Bjørnøya.
Day 4 Before lunch we arrive the southern tip of
Bjørnøya. The famous cliff “Stappen” is very
characteristic. The bird cliff displays the home for
hundreds of thousands of Brünnich’s guillemots’,
nesting here during the high Arctic summer.
Lectures about Svalbard birds. On our way north
towards Spitsbergen we look out for whales.
Several species of whales travel north from southern
latitudes to make the most of the hyper
productive Arctic summer.
Day 5 We wake up in Bellsund and make a landing,
on either Ahlstrands peninsula or in Calypsobyen.
After lunch we sail towards the beautiful
Vårsolbukta. Vårsolbukta is named after the motor
cutter “Vaarsol”, that was used by the Norwegian
Svalbard Expedition in 1914. In the afternoon
we sail north towards Magdalenefjorden.
Day 6 Arrival in Magdalenefjorden, the famous
fjord on the North West corner of Spitsbergen.
Landing on Gravneset. During lunch we depart
towards Moffen or the ice edge, depending on
the ice conditions. Celebration and crossing of
the 80th parallel. Arrival on Moffen in the after-
noon, alternatively we spend time close to the
ice edge looking for wildlife.
Day 7 Arrival in Krossfjorden during the night.
Polar circle boat cruise close to the Lilliehöök
glacier and lecture. Arrival in Ny Ålesund, the
world’s northernmost settlement. Guided walk in
town, with information about the history of coalmining
and exploration.
Day 8 In the morning cruise in Forlandssundet,
with St Jonsfjorden and Poolepynten. Lectures.
Arrival in Skansbukta, Billefjorden. Landing and
afterwards farewell dinner.
Day 9 Early morning arrival in Longyearbyen,
whrere your tours ends.
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GREENLAND
Thomas Mauch
GREENLAND
Eqip Sermia
Ilulissat
Sisimiut
Kangerlussuaq
Evighedsfjord
Nuuk
Artic circle 66° 33’ N
Ice border
ICELAND
Grundarfjördur
Denmark Strait
Reykjavík
Qassiarsuk
Ivittuut
Narsaq
Departure 2010
July 16
DISCOVER IceLAND AND THE TREASURES
OF THE SOUTHERN GREENLAND 15 day
Greenland’s arctic wilderness offers us some of the most spectacular and unspoilt scenery anywhere on earth. The largest island on
the planet, its frozen coastline has witnessed the birth of some of nature’s most breathtaking creations. Here the struggle for survival
has engendered mankind with a healthy respect for his environment and we witness the quite unique interaction of man and nature
as we sail through a landscape rich in culture, history and spectacular wildlife, into the northern lands of the midnight sun.
VOYAGE ITINERARY
Day 1 Reykjavik (Iceland) Reykjavik is the world’s
northernmost capital city and home 171 514 people.
In relative close surroundings of Reykjavik you may
find glaciers, waterfalls, geysers and mountains.
Reykjavik has also a vast selection of restaurants,
museums and shops.
Day 2 Grundarfjördur (Iceland) Is the capital of the
Westfjords (Vestfirðir) region of Iceland, With a
population of about 4,100 Ísafjörður is the largest
town in the Westfjords.
Day 3 Denmark Strait. While crossing the Denmark
Strait we follow in the wake of the great Norse
settlers who left the shores of Iceland and Norway
more than 900 years ago.
Day 4 Prins Christian Sund. Greenland’s southern
shores contain some of the most culturally and
scenically diverse regions of the island. Enjoy
breathtaking scenery as we navigate dramatic Prins
Christian Sund, a narrow, often ice-choked 70-milelong
channel across the southernmost point of
Greenland. Huge glaciers tumble down from the
Ice Cap.
Day 5 – 6 South Greenland. We will visit small communities
of Southern Greenland. In this area we find
unique Viking history, historic sites, arts and crafts,
and majestic scenery with the multiple colours of
the autumn.
Day 7 Nuuk. The capital of Greenland houses about
15 000 people and holds the political and social
centre of Greenland. Nuuk is the oldest town in
Greenland founded by the Danish-Norwegian missionary
Hans Egede in 1728.
Day 8 Qeqertarsuaq. Qeqertarsuaq is situated on
the old volcanic island of Disko, and is the only town
on the island. The population is around 1 100, about
60 whom live in the town’s only settlement, Kangerluk.
Qeqertarsuaq means “The Big Island”, and the
most important industry in the town is fishing and
sealing though whaling once used to play an important
role. The town is set in wonderful surroundings
at the foot of impressive Basalt Mountains.
Day 9 Uummannaq/ Ukkusissat.
Uummannaq. The town of Uummannaq is situated
in scenic surroundings at the foot of the 1 170
meter tall, heart-shaped mountain. The municipal
borough of Uummannaq has a population of about
2 650 of whom 1.400 lives in the town and the rest
in the remaining 7 Settlements in the borough.
Ukkusissat. We will be calling Ukkusissat in the
evening. This settlement is set in wonderful scenery
nestling between the magnificent mountains of the
municipal borough of Uummannaq. There are about
190 inhabitants in the settlement, all of whom make
a living from hunting and fishing.
Day 10 Eqip Sermia. The glacier Eqip Sermia has
a front edge about five km long that calve icebergs
into the open ocean. Today you have an outstanding
possibility to experience a glacier and sense the
greatness of the nature. We will use the ship's
tender boats to go ashore in this beautiful area near
by the glacier. Passengers in relatively good physical
condition will be able to hike in the area.
Day 11 Ilulissat. Icebergs are called Ilulissat in
Greenlandic, and it comes as no surprise to anyone
who has been here that this is the town’s name. This
is the third largest town in Greenland with a population
of about 5000. Ilulissat is set in marvellous
surroundings at Ilulissat Isfjord that in 2004 was
inscribed to the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Day 12 Sisimiut. Sisimiut has a population of about
5.200 inhabitants and is the second largest town in
Greenland. The main trade is fishing, and the town
accommodates a large fleet of trawlers, a shipyard
and a fish factory. Sisimiut is the southernmost of
the towns on the western coast of Greenland where
sleigh dogs can be found. The MS Fram normally
docks at the quayside in Sisimiut.
Day 13 Itilleq. In the early afternoon we reach the
small settlement Itilleq. Itilleq means “the hollow”
and was founded in 1847 on another island, but was
later moved one kilometer east to its present location.
The village is located about 50km south of
Sisimiut in the head of the Itilleq Fjord. Around 130
people live here, who are mainly engaged in hunting
and fishing.
Day 14 Kangerlussuaq. Kangerlussuaq is situated
in the end of the Kangerlussuaq fjord. The settlement/airport
lies just north of the Arctic Circle and
is one of the best places to observe native wildlife.
In the early 1960’s musk oxen were introduced to
Kangerlussuaq from North East Greenland, and
today they count over 5 000 Evening flight back to
Copenhagen.
Day 15 Your flight arrives early morning in
Copenhagen.
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HURTIGRUTEN EXPLORER
GREENLAND
© Sybille Waldt
Siorapaluk
80° NORTH
Qaanaaq (Thule)
Dundas
GREENLAND
Upernavik
Ukkusissat
Uummannaq
Qeqertarsuaq
Eqip Sermia
Ilulissat
Sisimiut
Itilleq
Kangerlussuaq
ARCTIC CIRCLE
66°33'N
Iceberg watching in Ilulissat
Nuuk
Tasiilaq
© Sybille Waldt
© Sybille Waldt
Ivituut
Narsaq
Qaqortoq
Nanortalik
Qassiarsuk
Igaliko
Colourful wooden houses in Ilulissat
Icebergs
Glaciers & icebergs of greenland
9 day
Your voyage aboard MS Fram takes you through a wonderland of natural and cultural diversity full of marine life and sea birds.
Towering icebergs plunge into clear icy waters of majestic fjords and traditional fishing communities nestle in bays and coasts.
VOYAGE ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrive in Kangerlussuaq and transfer by
Polar Cirkel boats to MS Fram.
Day 2 Sail into Sisimiut. Visit includes the museum.
Optional hiking and cultural workshops.
Day 3 Call at Qeqertarsuaq on Disko Island.
Visit and hike in Blæsedalen.
Day 4 Visits to Uummannaq and Ukkusissat.
Optional excursions include a hike to ‘Santa’s Cabin’
or sailing to the Red Desert.
Day 5 Eqip Sermia Glacier. Shore visit and
possibility of hiking, followed by a barbecue.
Day 6 Call at Ilulissat. Cultural visit and optional hike
to the ancient town of Sermermiut. Opportunities
for a boat trip and helicopter flight over the fjord.
Day 7 Visit the small settlement of Itilleq surrounded
by majestic mountains and glaciers, only 200 metres
north of the Arctic Circle.
Day 8 Sail to Kangerlussuaq and disembark. Enjoy
an evening barbecue beside Lake Ferguson. Transfer
to the airport for return flight to Copenhagen.
Day 9 Arrive in Copenhagen. Tour ends.
Departure 2010
July 29
August 5 and 12
MS Fram anchored off Uummannaq
© John Page
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GREENLAND
© Jan Butchofsky-Houser
Dundas
80° NORTH
Siorapaluk
Qaanaaq (Thule)
Upernavik
GREENLAND
Ukkusissat
Uummannaq
Qeqertarsuaq
Eqip Sermia
Ilulissat
Sisimiut
Itilleq
Kangerlussuaq
ARCTIC CIRCLE
66°33'N
Sisimiut on Greenland's west coast
Nuuk
Tasiilaq
© Nina Helland
© Trym Ivar Bergsmo
Ivituut
Narsaq
Qaqortoq
Nanortalik
Qassiarsuk
Igaliko
Polar Cirkel boat excursion
voyage to the inuit north
16 day
This voyage offers an unparalleled view of the scenic and cultural highlights of Greenland’s western coastline, from the
magnificent Søndre Strømfjord to the remoteness of Qaanaaq, one of the northernmost settlements anywhere on Earth.
VOYAGE ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrive in Kangerlussuaq and transfer by
Polar Cirkel boats to MS Fram.
Day 2 Sail to Sisimiut. Tour and museum visit.
Optional hiking and cultural workshops.
Departure 2010
August 19
Day 3 Call at Qeqertarsuaq on Disko Island.
Visit and hike in Blæsedalen.
Day 4 Stop at Uummannaq and visit the town. Hike
to ‘Santa’s Cabin’ and enjoy an optional visit to the
Grave of the Mummies or to the Red Desert.
Day 5 At sea with on board lectures
Day 6 Sail to Dundas and visit this abandoned
settlement.
Day 7 Stop at Siorapaluk. Cultural visits & lectures.
Day 8 Cruise along the ice edge and admire the
spectacular views.
Day 9 Sail to Qaanaaq (Thule). Cultural visits and
nature hikes.
Day 10 At sea with on board lectures.
Day 11 Visit to Upernavik.
Day 12 Eqip Sermia Glacier. Shore visit and the
possibility of hiking with glacier views, followed
by a barbecue.
Day 13 Sail to Ilulissat. Cultural visit and optional
hike to the ancient settlement of Sermermiut.
Opportunities for a boat trip or helicopter flight
over the fjord.
Day 14 Visit the small settlement of Itilleq
surrounded by majestic mountains and glaciers,
only 200 metres north of the Arctic Circle.
Day 15 Arrive in Kangerlussuaq and disembark the
ship. Barbecue beside Lake Ferguson. Transfer to
the airport for your return flight to Copenhagen.
Day 16 Arrive in Copenhagen. Tour ends.
Footpath in Ilulissat
© Sybille Waldt
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HURTIGRUTEN EXPLORER
GREENLAND
GREENLAND
Ice border
Nuuk
Ivittuut
Qassiarsuk
Kangerlussuaq
Polarkreis 66° 33’ N
Evighedsfjord
Køge-bay
Skjotdungen
island
Artic circle 66° 33’ N
Ammassalik
Denmark Strait
Isafjördur
Reykjavík
ICELAND
Departure 2010
September 2
SOUTH & EAST GREENLAND AND
ICELAND ADVENTURE 12 day
Greenland’s arctic wilderness offers us some of the most spectacular and unspoilt scenery anywhere on earth. The largest island on
the planet, its frozen coastline has witnessed the birth of some of nature’s most breathtaking creations.
VOYAGE ITINERARY
Day 1 Kangerlussuaq. Your flight arrives from
Copenhagen, Danmark. Kangerlussuaq is the
main gateway to Greenland and a settlement in
the Sisimiut community. Slightly less than 600
people live and work in Kangerlussuaq (the long
fjord). The airport was built by the Americans
during World War II and was operative as an
American base until 1992.
Day 2 Evighedsfjorden. During the day we will
sail into this beautiful fjord, surrounded by majestic
mountains and glaciers.
Day 3 Nuuk. The capital of Greenland houses
about 15 000 people and holds the political and
social centre of Greenland. Nuuk is the oldest
town in Greenland founded by the Danish-Norwegian
missionary Hans Egede in 1728.
Day 4-5 South Greenland. We will visit small
communities of Southern Greenland. In this area
we find unique Viking history, historic sites, arts
and crafts, and majestic scenery with the multiple
colours of the autumn.
Day 6 Prins Christian Sund. Greenland’s southern
shores contain some of the most culturally and
scenically diverse regions of the island. Enjoy
breathtaking scenery as we navigate dramatic
Prins Christian Sund, a narrow, often ice-choked
70-mile-long channel across the southernmost
point of Greenland. Huge glaciers tumble down
from the Ice Cap.
Day 7 - 9 East Greenland. Also here our actual
program and routing will depend on ice and
weather conditions - which vary unpredictably
from season to season and day to day. This is an
expedition into a very little traveled area and no
specific itinerary can be guaranteed in advance.
Skjoldungen Island will provide us with views of
some of the most spectacular landscapes in the
whole of Greenland. At the southern end of the
island we sail by an abandoned Greenlandic settlement,
while further into the fjord we plan to
land near the remains of an ancient Thule site.
Køge Bugt, is where the Greenland Ice Cap
reaches the sea, large tabular icebergs drift
around and are an impressive sight. At Umivik we
look for the place, where Nansen went ashore
and started his epic traverse of the Greenland Ice
Cap.
Ammassalik is the largest community in East
Greenland. Its inhabitants are dedicated to fishing
for Greenlandic halibut, Atlantic salmon and
other fish that make up the economy of this remote
place. This historic district was the site of
East Greenland’s first trading post in 1893. The
municipality covers an area five times the size of
Denmark, though it only has a population of less
than 5,000.
Day 10 Denmark Strait. We cross the Denmark
Strait and continue to Iceland’s West Fjords, an
area of cascading waterfalls and huge numbers
of nesting birds.
Day 11 Isafjördur. In the morning hours we arrive
at Isafjördur. With a population of about 4,000
Ísafjörður is the largest town in the Westfjords.
Despite its size and small population, and the
historical isolation from the rest of the country,
the town has a rather urban atmosphere. Here
we will find a school of music as well as a hospital
and a cultural centre with a library and showrooms.
It has become known in Island as a centre
for alternative music.
Day 12 Reykjavik, Iceland. Reykjavik is the world’s
northernmost capital city and home 171 514
people. In relative close surroundings of Reykjavik
you may find glaciers, waterfalls, geysers and
mountains. Reykjavik has also a vast selection of
restaurants, museums and shops.
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GREENLAND
GREENLAND
Ice border
Milne Land
Scoresby Sund
Kap Brewster
Ammassalik
Kangerlussuaqfjord
Nansenfjord
Artic circle 66° 33’ N
Polarkreis 66° 33’ N
Isafjördur
Denmark Strait
Reykjavík
ICELAND
Departure 2010
September 13
ICELAND AND NORTH EAST GREENLAND
11 day
Greenland’s arctic wilderness offers us some of the most spectacular and unspoilt scenery anywhere on earth. The largest island on
the planet, its frozen coastline has witnessed the birth of some of nature’s most breathtaking creations.
VOYAGE ITINERARY
Day 1 Reykjavik embark MS Fram.
Day 2 Denmark Strait. Cruising Denmark Strait
we keep a lookout for humpback and Minke
whales. Later we approach the rarely visited coast
of East Greenland, which belongs to the most
isolated, sparsely populated and scenically superb
parts of Greenland.
Day 3 Ammassalik. A ndic halibut,
Days 4-8 North East Greenland. One of the
reasons North East Greenland is so rarely visited
is because of the enormous ice transport along
the coast. The cold water currents out of the
Arctic Ocean is transporting some 2500 to 2800
square kilometers of multi-year ice, leaving only
this late summer period open for navigation
Scoresby Sund is the largest fjord in the world.
Huge icebergs are set to a backdrop of spectacular
mountains and tundra. Passing Cape
Brewser entering the fjord will challenge the
observers understanding of scale – everything
here is at the Grand end.
In Ittoqqortoormiit, several hundred Greenlanders
live. In this isolated hunting community,
people still depend on hunting polar bears, musk
oxen and seals for their livelihood. The only connection
to the world is by air to Iceland and the
occasional visiting ship.
The following days we hope to venture further
north towards North-East Greenland National
Park. This is the largest National Park in the world,
being more than three (3!) times the size of the
British Isles or about one and a half times the size
of France. Number of visitors in this area is
barely above four digits per year. Here we will
have the possibility to visit places such as the
legendary Alpefjord with its magnificent mountains,
the Stauning Alps, some of them more than
10000 feet (3000 meters) high. The place names
of North East Greenland witnesses a rich history
of scientific expeditions, trapper over wintering
and nations that wanted to plant their flag and
claim new lands. Examples are: Geographical
Society Island, Kong Oscar Fjord, Teufelschloss,
Waltherhausen Glacier and Myggbukten. This is
also the area where the Thule culture winter
houses are found. As many as 20 people used
these tiny houses, hunting Greenland Whales and
using their vertebrae to build the simple yet efficient
structures.
Days 9-10 Denmark Strait. We cross the Denmark
Strait and continue to Iceland’s West Fjords, and
area of cascading waterfalls and huge numbers
of nesting birds. At charming and remote Isafjördur
we’ll plan to visit the Maritime Museum and
hope to be treated to a demonstration of traditional
dancing.
Day 11 Reykjavik. Reykjavik is the world’s northernmost
capital city and home 171 514 people.
Back in Reykjavik our exciting voyage ends.
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GREENLAND
Istockphoto
Ice border
Artic circle 66° 33’ N
GREENLAND
Køge-Bay
Skjotdungen-
Island
ICELAND
Reykjavík
Denmark Strait
Qaqortoq
NEUFUNDLAND
AND LABRADOR
Prins Christian Sund
Red Bay
St. Anthony
Halifax
Baddeck Bay
The first inhabitants of Newfoundland where Indians they came across the Bering sea
Departure 2010
September 26
ICELAND AND SOUTH GREENLAND
LABRADOR-NEWFOUNDLAND-HALIFAX
14 day
Following the intrepid footsteps of Vikings and whalers, this incredible voyages travels from Greenland’s western coast to the dramatic
waters off eastern Canada, taking in colonial settlements, UNESCO heritage sites and whale feeding grounds en route.
VOYAGE ITINERARY
Day 1 Reykjavik (Iceland). Reykjavik is the world’s
northernmost capital city and home 171 514
people. In relative close surroundings of Reykjavik
you may find glaciers, waterfalls, geysers and
mountains. Reykjavik has also a vast selection of
restaurants, museums and shops.
Day 2 Denmark Strait. While crossing the Denmark
Strait we follow in the wake of the great
Norse settlers who left the shores of Iceland and
Norway more than 900 years ago.
Day 3 and 4 East Greenland. The next two days
our actual program and routing will depend on
ice and weather conditions which vary unpredictably
from season to season
Day 5- 6 South Greenland. We will visit small
communities of Southern Greenland. In this area
we find unique Viking history, historic sites, arts
and crafts, and majestic scenery with the multiple
colours of the autumn.
Day 7 & 8 at sea, Labrador Sea. Leaving the
shores of Greenland we follow in the wake of the
Vikings to Labrador and Newfoundland. This part
of Canada lies between the 46th and 61st parallels
and is Canada's most easterly province - and
its newest having joined in 1949.
Day 9 St. Anthony, Newfoundland. In St. Anthony
we will do a tender operation to land.
L’Anse aux Meadows is one and a half hrs away.
L’Anse aux Meadows is the UNESCO World
Heritage Site where Leiv Eriksson first landed in
America.
In St. Anthony the Grenfell Museum is situated,
also the home of the famous Dr. Grenfell.
Day 10 Red Bay, Labrador. This charming community
on the southern coast of Labrador was
considered the ‘World’s Whaling Capital’ during
the 1560’s. The oil gathered here lit the lamps of
the Renaissance. A significant decline in the
number of bowhead and right whale herds was
caused by over-hunting, which contributed to the
demise and subsequent failure of Basque whaling
in Red Bay towards the end of the 16th century.
Day 11 Bonne Bay, Newfoundland. Bonne Bay is
a bay located on the western side of Newfoundland
and separates Great Northern Peninsula
from the rest of the island.
Day 12 and 13 Baddeck, Nova Scotia. We anchor
at the picturesque little village of Baddeck, situated
on the shores of the beautiful Bras d'Or Lake
in the heart of Cape Breton lsland, is one of the
world's scenic gems.
Day 14 Halifax, Nova Scotia. Rich in history and
natural beauty, the rugged coastlines of this part
of Nova Scotia present us with the first British
town to be settled in Canada. Today Halifax is a
vibrant mix of the old and the new, with some
spectacular landscapes into the bargain. Here our
exciting voyage ends.
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ANTARCTICA
HURTIGRUTEN EXPLORER
SANTIAGO
BUENOS AIRES
© Alain Bidart
CHILE
ARGENTINA
Cape Horn
USHUAIA
Beagle Channel
Port Stanley
Drake Passage
FALKLAND
ISLANDS
Grytviken
SOUTH
GEORGIA
Shore excursion with Polar Cirkel boat in Antarctica
ANTARCTIC
PENINSULA
SOUTH SHETLAND
ISLANDS
Lemaire Channel
ELEPHANT
ISLAND
SOUTH ORKNEY
ISLAND
© Jesper Nielsen
© Reinhard Tanner
King Penguins in South Georgia
shackleton‘s ANTARCTICA
17 day
Enjoying a close–up voyage to the White Continent, this tour visits the equally remote Falkland Islands and South Georgia,
vital breeding ground for seal, penguin and albatross.
For a more detailed day by day program see page 16.
VOYAGE ITINERARY 17 Dec 2010 - 2 JAN 2011
Day 1 Fly to Ushuaia and transfer to MS Fram,
set sail for the Falkland Islands.
Day 2 At sea. Lectures on the wildlife and history
of the Falkland Islands.
Day 3 – 4 Explore Port Stanley including the
wilderness and fauna of the Falkland Islands.
Day 5 – 6 At sea, sailing towards South Georgia.
Day 7 – 8 Visit the wildlife colonies, whaling
stations and historic sights of South Georgia.
Day 9 Sail across the Scotia Sea to Antarctica.
Day 10 South Orkney Islands.
Day 11 – 15 Explore South Shetland Islands and
isles of the Antarctic Peninsula. Visit penguin
colonies, watch for dolphins, seals and sea birds.
Your itinerary will depend on ice, sea and weather
conditions, we hope to visit Deception Island,
Port Lockroy, Cuverville Island, Arctowski base,
Almirante Brown and the iceberg-lined Lemaire
Channel. During your time here there will be
regular land and boat excursions.
Day 15 – 16 Cross the Drake Passage, passing
Cape Horn, en route to Ushuaia.
your time here there will be regular land and boat
excursions.
Day 15 – 16 Cross the Drake Passage, passing
Cape Horn, en route to Ushuaia.
Day 17 Disembark in Ushuaia and fly to
Buenos Aires.
The voyages in Nov 2010 and Feb 2011 follow
a similar itinerary, but operate between Buenos
Aires and Ushuaia or vice versa. Please see our
website and/or voyage dossier for details.
Departure 2010 - 2011
November 1
December 17 1)
February 25
1) Christmas and New Year departure.
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HURTIGRUTEN EXPLORER
Antarctica
SANTIAGO
BUENOS AIRES
©Reinhard Tanner
CHILE
ARGENTINA
FALKLAND
ISLANDS
Cape Horn
USHUAIA
Beagle Channel
Drake Passage
SOUTH
GEORGIA
Gentoo penguins in Antarctica
ANTARCTIC
PENINSULA
SOUTH SHETLAND
ISLANDS
Lemaire Channel
ELEPHANT
ISLAND
SOUTH ORKNEY
ISLAND
©Reinhard Tanner
© Reinhard Tanner
Ushuaia
MS Fram approaching Port Lockroy
antarctic discovery
9 day
Departure 2011
January 2 and 11
This 9-day tour offers an in-depth introduction to the planet’s most beguiling continent. On board our comfortable,
specially designed ship MS Fram, lectures and talks led by experts on Antarctica’s natural history and polar exploration
will prepare you for the visual feast that the white continent presents.
For a more detailed day by day program see page 16.
VOYAGE ITINERARY
Day 1 Fly to Ushuaia and embark the ship.
Day 2 – 3 Sail across the Drake Passage.
Day 3 – 7 Explore the South Shetland Islands and
isles along the Antarctic Peninsula. Visit penguin
colonies, discover ice formations and look out for
wildlife. The exact itinerary will depend on ice, sea
and weather conditions but may include Deception
Island, Port Lockroy, Cuverville Island, Arctowski
Base, Paradise Bay, Half Moon Island and the iceberg–lined
Lemaire Channel. During your time here
there will be regular land and boat excursions.
Day 7 – 8 Leave Antarctica and sail north.
Day 9 Arrive Ushuaia, fly to Buenos Aires for an
overnight stay.
© Reinhard Tanner
A Polar Cirkel boat
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HURTIGRUTEN EXPLORER
Antarctica
Buenos Aires
CHILE
ARGENTINA
Punta Arenas Port Williams
Strait of Magellan
Ushuaia
Beagle-Channel
South Shetland Island
Deception Island
Lemaire Channel
Paradise Bay
Antartic circle 66°33’S
MS Fram has been special designed for Arctic and Antarctic waters
The Antarctica was discovered from around 1820
CHILEAN FJORD AND ANTARCTICA
15 day
With its incredibly rich fauna, the Southern Ocean is a drama on a grand scale in which the struggle for survival is constant.
Elephant and fur seals, minke whales, many of the world’s 17 species of penguin, large flocks of sea birds – not forgetting
the wandering albatross – give life to this surrealistic and beautiful landscape. This tour is a fantastic opportunity to take a
close-up look the world’s most fascinating and charming continent. On board our comfortable ship you can hear presentations
by experts in Antarctica’s rich history, so that you can get even more out of what you will experience along the way
Departure 2010
November 19
December 3
16 Antarctica
VOYAGE ITINERARY
Day 1 Buenos Aires/Ushuaia. Our voyage
departs from the Island of Tierra del Fuego and
the southernmost city in the world – Ushuaia.
Day 2 Drake Passage. This is where two oceans
meet. On the way through the straits you can
learn a great deal about Antarctica’s fantastic
animals and history.
Day 3–8 Antarctica. This unending, white
wilderness of a continent is full of fantastic
impressions. There are more penguins, and
penguin species, here than anywhere else on
earth.
Deception Island, South shetlands
The British merchant William Smith rounded Cape
Horn in February 1819 in his brig ”Williams”.
A powerful storm drove the ship southwards
and brought about the discovery of the South
Shetland islands.
Cuverville Island
The Errera Channel – the waterway between
Rongé Island and the Arctowsky Peninsula on
the mainland – is narrow and beautiful. It was
discovered by the Belgian professor Léo Errera.
Here lie the islands of Danco and Cuverville, the
latter being home to one of the largest known
colonies of chinstrap penguins. The shallow water
between the islands often causes icebergs to
become stuck here, offering a fantastic spectacle
when it occurs.
Neko Harbour
Andvord Bay stretches far into the Antarctic
Peninsula. From here it is just 50 kilometres
to the Weddell Sea. The bay is surrounded
by the mountains and alpine glaciers of the
peninsula and its wildlife makes it a perfect
arena for beautiful impressions. Neko Harbour is
attractively located in the innermost part of the
bay and takes its name from a whaler which was
anchored here in the early 1900s.

Antarctica
Paradise Harbour
This place got its descriptive name from the
whalers of history. When the storms were at their
worst, this is where they came to seek shelter.
On the northern tip, right across from Lemaire
Island, lies the well known Waterboat Point.
This was known as a base for daring expeditions
in former times and is today the base for the
Chilean research station Gonzàlez Videla.
Lemairekanalen
Lemaire Channel was discovered by the German
whaler Eduard Dallman in 1873 and later mapped
and researched in 1898 by Adrien de Gerlache,
who named it after his Belgian colleague Charles
Lemaire. This 11 kilometre channel is a fantastic
sight and is known as one of the most beautiful
passages in Antarctica. If there is no wind, the
clear water can reflect the steep mountains in a
spectacular way.
Petermann Island
The same whaler, Eduard Dallman, also
discovered this island and named it after the
geographer August Petermann. The island is
perhaps better known as an Argentinian hiding
place from around 1950. It has been visited and
maintained by the members of the Ukrainian
base Vernadskiy close by and has been used in
connection with expeditions in the area.
Port Lockroy
Port Lockroy was a British station from the 2nd
world war which was turned into the museum of
the Antarctic Heritage Trust (ATH) in 1996 and is
one of the most visited attractions in Antarctica.
As well as the museum, there is also a post office
and a little souvenir shop. All the profits go to
ATH, which works on the conservation of historic
buildings in Antarctica.
Wilhelmina Bay
The mountains and high glacier walls of the
Antarctic Peninsula around Wilhelmina Bay
convey a mighty impression of ice and water.
Everything from calving glacier fronts to floating
ice, the magnificent contrasts of the interplay
of the elements.This is where Shackleton came
when he took his expedition across the ice on
the Weddell Sea, in the hope of finding whalers
who could come to their aid.
Antarctic Sound
The Antarctic Sound lies between the tip of the
Antarctic Peninsula and the Dúrville, Joinville
and Dundee islands. Large flat icebergs from
the calving glaciers in the Weddell Sea are
driven here by powerful tidal currents. The area
is known as Iceberg Alley among expedition
people and offers a staggering assortment of
floating ice of all sizes.
Brown Bluff
On the coast of Antarctic Sound, on the western
side of the Tabarin Peninsula, lies this volcanic
elevation with its descriptive name. Here adelie
penguins, chinstrap penguins, kelp gulls and
cape petrel nest below the spectacular cliff,
which rises 745 metres towards the sky. The
stone beach is very suitable for landing outside
the nesting seasons.
Untouched Antarctic nature ahead
Day 9 Drake Passage. With our bow pointed
north and unforgettable images and experiences
in our souls, we are invited to a new understanding
of the Antarctic and Chile.
Day 10-14 Tierra del Fuego. The mighty nature of
the area around South America’s southernmost
point is rich in history and impressions. We will
use the following 4 days to explore this rarely
visited region.
The magnificent Chilean fjords are practically
unknown to all but a few expedition vessels.
You will have the chance to see several majestic
glaciers during the cruise. Whilst we sail through
the Beagle Channel you can see traces of the
glaciers’ inexorable journey from rugged valleys
to the sea – huge pieces of ice which mark the
glacial route.
Diego Ramirez
The Diego Ramírez Islands are a small group of
islands located in the southernmost extreme of
Chile. Their land area is little more than 1 km². They
were first sighted on 12 February 1619 by Marco
Ramirez, and named after the cosmographer of
the expedition, Diego Ramírez.
Cape Horn
This is the southernmost point of Chile and South
America and lies almost 56 degrees south. The
region is of great significance on account of its
location, history, discoveries and trade routes.
If the weather permits, we will anchor off Cape
Horn, where you will be able to leave the ship
to explore this deserted and yet romantic piece
of land
Puerto Williams
Puerto Williams is one of the world’s southernmost
towns and lies on the little island of Navarino.
Beagle Channel
It was named after the ship which carried Charles
Darwin on his voyage of discovery – HMS Beagle.
Near the southern tip of Chile the southern Andes
mountains plunge into the icy water and leave a
region which is so wild and remote that it seems
almost undisturbed. In these Chilean fjords, the
ice has scoured its way between the mountains,
leaving isolated islands and hidden bays.
The Beagle Channel is about 240 km long and
about 5 km wide at its narrowest point. To the
west the Darwin Sound connects it to the Pacific
Ocean. The biggest settlement on the channel is
Ushuaia in Argentina followed by Puerto Williams
in Chile, two of the southernmost settlements of
the world.
Magellan Strait
Before continuing through the fabled waters of
Patagonia, you will sail in one of the world’s most
remote, undisturbed and beautiful places.
The Magellan Strait lies right in the south of the
continent of South America. The area comprises
the strait itself, all the channels and fjords around
the Brunswick peninsula.
Magdalena Island
One of Chile's largest and most important
Magellanic penguin breeding sites is situated
on Magdalena Island in the Straits of Magellan.
The island has been designated a national nature
reserve because of its importance as a penguin
breeding site.
Punta Arenas
The capital of the Magellan region was the centre
for trade, seafaring and culture. History is still
being made here. Punta Arenas is the capital of
the Magellan region. With 130,136 inhabitants, it
is the largest town in the whole region.
Day 15 Ushuaia/Buenos Aires. After a spectacular
voyage with endless impressions, we make
landfall at the world’s southernmost town.
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Antarctica
Buenos Aires
ARGENTINA
CHILE
Beagle-Channel
Ushuaia
Drake-Passage
South Shetland Island
Deception Island
Lemaire Channel
Antartic circle 66°33’ S
Antarktis-Sund
WEDDELL-SEA
Snow-Hill-Insel
Vega-Insel
James-Ross-Insel
Table iceberg, nearly flat on the top.
WEDDELL SEA ADVENTURE
13 day
Experience the wonder of our planet’s last unspoiled wilderness from the comfort and safety of the most sophisticated
expedition cruising vessel ever constructed. Our journey will take us across the Drake Passage, escorted by albatross and
petrels, to the magnificent scenery of the Antarctic Peninsula and its abundant summer wildlife of seals, penguins, and
whales. On this trip we will enter the Antarctic Sound and sail into the Northern part of the Weddell Sea, to visit the historical
sites in the area.
For a more detailed day by day program see page 16.
Departure 2011
January 20
Our experienced expedition team, always
there to help you
VOYAGE ITINERARY
Day 1 Buenos Aires/Ushuaia. Our voyage
departs from the Island of Tierra del Fuego and
the southernmost city in the world – Ushuaia
Day 2-3 Drake Passage. The Drake Passage
is where the Atlantic and Pacific meet the
Great Southern Ocean to create the Antarctic
Convergence. During the crossing you can enjoy
our onboard lecture series to learn more about
the wonders of Antarctica.
Day 3-10 Antarctica. The continent is an endless
white wilderness full of fantastic impressions of
nature. We will learn the history of the great
explorers as we travel in their footsteps and
see the landscape as they saw it - unchanged,
remote, and awe inspiring.
Deception Island, South Shetland Islands
When British merchant William Smith was
rounding Cape Horn in February 1819 in his
brig Williams, a powerful storm drove the ship
southward and brought about the discovery of
the South Shetland Islands. Together with British
naval officer Edward Bransfield, Smith sailed
even farther south was initially credited with the
discovery of Antarctica.
Half Moon Island, South Shetland Islands
A small 2 km (1.2 mi) long island in the shadow
of picturesque Livingston Island, Half Moon is a
jewel of diversity in the polar landscape.
Yankee Harbour, South Shetland Islands
Early sealers to the area used Yankee Harbour on
Greenwich Island as frequent base of operations
because of its remarkable natural haven created
by a spit nearly one kilometre long (0.6 mi)..
Antarctic Sound
Brown Bluff
Snow Hill Island
James Ross Island
Trinity Peninsula/Prince Gustav Channel
Cuverville Island
Neko Harbour
Paradise Harbour
Lemaire Channel
Petermann Island
Port Lockroy
Day 11-12 Drake Passage. With our bow
pointed north and unforgettable images and
experiences in our souls, we are invited to a new
understanding of the Antarctic.
Day 13 Ushuaia/Buenos Aires. Argentina’s
charming and proud capital welcomes you back
from your voyage of discovery and bids you a
safe journey home!
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Antarctica
SANTIAGO
BUENOS AIRES
Alain Bidart
CHILE
ARGENTINA
FALKLAND
ISLANDS
Cape Horn
USHUAIA
Beagle Channel
Drake Passage
SOUTH
GEORGIA
ANTARCTIC
PENINSULA
ANTARCTIC CIRCLE 66°33'S
SOUTH SHETLAND
ISLANDS
Lemaire Channel
ELEPHANT
ISLAND
SOUTH ORKNEY
ISLAND
Marguerite Bay
98% of the Antarctica is covered by ice.
ANTARCTIC CIRCLE EXPEDITION
13 day crossing the antartic circle 66˚33's
Join us for a special departure featuring a rarely visited area of the Antarctic Peninsula aboard the most sophisticated
expedition cruising vessel ever constructed. The newly built MS Fram boasts a specially ice strengthened hull and superior
maneuverability that allows us to go deeper into the Antarctic ice pack. We will attempt to pass the Polar Circle and
if possible continue furter south into historic Marguerite Bay. Off limits to most other ships, Marguerite Bay has some of
the most pristine scenery in the Antarctic Peninsula.
Departure 2011
VOYAGE ITINERARY
Day 1 Buenos Aires/Ushuaia
Our voyage departs from the Island of Tierra del
Fuego and the southernmost city in the world –
Ushuaia.
Day 2 Drake Passage
Day 3-11 Antarctica
Half Moon Island, South Shetland Islands
A small 2 km (1.2 mi) long island in the shadow
of picturesque Livingston Island, Half Moon is
a jewel of diversity in the polar landscape. The
serrated and crevassed cliffs are home to a large
colony of chinstrap penguins as well as Antarctic
terns, kelp gulls, snowy sheathbills, Wilson’s
storm petrels, and several species of seals are
regular visitors.
February 1 and 13
©Reinhard Tanner
Marguerite Bay
The first wife of French explorer Jean-Baptiste
Charcot objected to his wanderings and divorced
him citing abandonment. Charcot’s second
wife Marguerite supported his expeditions and
encouraged his travels. In return, he did her
the honour of naming this most beautiful of
bays after her. Rarely visited even by Antarctic
standards, Marguerite Bay is dotted with icecovered
islands and surrounded by pristine
mountainous scenery.
Deception Island, South Shetland Islands
When British merchant William Smith was
rounding Cape Horn in February 1819 in his
brig Williams, a powerful storm drove the ship
southward and brought about the discovery of
the South Shetland Islands. Together with British
naval officer Edward Bransfield, Smith sailed
even farther south was initially credited with the
discovery of Antarctica.
Yankee Harbour, South Shetland Islands
Early sealers to the area used Yankee Harbour on
Greenwich Island as frequent base of operations
because of its remarkable natural haven created
by a spit nearly one kilometre long (0.6 mi). The
spit is a favoured haul out for tired Weddell,
crabeater, fur, and elephant seals now that the
hunters are gone. Remnants from the sealing era
can still be found including an old trypot on the
beach. Cuverville Island
Neko Harbour
Paradise Harbour
Lemaire Channel
Petermann Island
Port Lockroy
Wilhelmina Bay
Antarctic Sound
For a more detailed day by day program see page 16.
Day 12 Drake Passage
Day 13 Ushuaia/Buenos Aires
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CABIN GRADE DESCRIPTIONS
MG Grand suite One or two rooms, seating area, TV, stereo, internet access, mini-bar, some with Jacuzzi, most with private balcony or bay window.
M Suite One or two rooms, seating area, TV, mini-bar, some with private balcony.
Q Mini suite Seating area, TV, mini-bar.
QJ Mini suite With limited view / no view, seating area, TV, mini-bar.
U Outside cabin Separate beds, one bed can be turned into a sofa, table. Upper decks.
N Outside cabin Separate beds, one bed can be turned into a sofa (some with upper / lower berths). Middle / lower decks.
I Inside cabin Separate beds, one bed can be turned into a sofa. Some with upper / lower berths.
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MS Fram in Antarctic waters
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MS FRAM
MV polar star
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SUN DECK
JACUZZI
SAUNAS
GYM
LIFT
LIFT
OBSERVATION DECK
LIBRARY
OBSERVATION DECK
BAR
OBSERVATION
LOUNGE QILAK
Deck 8
Please see below for the cabin descriptions on board MV Polar Star
K7 (M) = Suite with two rooms, twin or double bed
K6 (Q) = Junior suite with double bed
K5 (U) = Superior outside cabin with double bed
K3 (N) = Outside cabin with twin beds
K2 (L) = Outside cabin with twin beds, some with obstructed view
All cabins have private facilities.
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Named after the ship used by famous Norwegian Explorer Fridtjof
Nansen, MS Fram’s interior has been inspired by Greenland and the
Arctic region; with a glass-enclosed observation lounge and excellent
leisure facilities including a gym, sauna and two heated outdoor Jacuzzis.
Built in 1969, MV Polar Star ranks highly among the small fleet of Arctic
expedition cruise ships. With a comfortable dining room, large
panorama lounge, lecture theatre, library and bar. She is well equipped
with a fleet of Zodiacs, available for excursions.
Flag:............................Norwegian
Built:.....................................2007
Capacity:.................... 382 berths,
Gross tonnage:.....12,700 tonnes
Length:............................... 110m
Width:................................ 20.2m
Speed:............................16 knots
Ice class:......................Ice 1A /1B
MG Grand-Suite
M Suite
Q Mini suite
QJ Mini suite
U Outside cabin
N Outside cabin
I Inside cabin
Cabins 342 & 346 are for disabled use
Flag:................................Barbados
Built:......................................1969
Converted:............................2001
Capacity:.......................100 berths
Gross tonnage:........4,998 tonnes
Length:..............................86.50m
Width:..................................21.2m
Speed:............................. 11 knots
Ice class:............................ Ice 1A*
K7
K6
K5
K3
K2
Suite
Mini suite
Outside cabin
Outside cabin
Outside cabin
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TRAVEL AND BOOKING INFORMATION
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
The following is essential information for all clients travelling with Hurtigruten
and together with the information in this brochure are part of our booking
conditions.
MS Fram in Antarctica
CORRESPONDENCE
If you make your booking through a travel agent
all communication between you and Hurtigruten
must be via that agent. Please quote your booking
reference number in all communications.
When you or your agent contact us we will usually
confirm your holiday at the earliest opportunity and
advise current flight times, prices, including any applicable
supplements or extras, etc. For high season
dates, when demand is greater, or if you book
within eight weeks of departure, we may have to
request your cabin, flight or hotel space and it may
take slightly longer to confirm your holiday.
We will endeavour to send a confirmation invoice
within 7 working days. At busy times up to 14 working
days should be allowed. If you are travelling
with friends but would each like to receive separate
documents please advise us at the time of booking.
Travel documents are generally sent approximately
7–14 days prior to departure.
SPECIAL REQUESTS
If you have any special requests (e.g. dietary
or medical), please inform us at the time of the
booking. We will do our best to meet such requests
but cannot guarantee to do so and in
no circumstances will any such request be accepted
by us so as to form part of our contractual
agreement.
MOBILITY
We regret that Hurtigruten Explorer holidays are
not considered suitable for less mobile passengers
as landings and sometimes embarkation are
by Zodiacs, Polar Cirkel boats or tenders. A certain
level of agility will be required to board but
crew will be in attendance to ensure passenger
safety.
© Trym Ivar Bergsmo
MS Fram in Greenland
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CHANGES TO THE ITINERARY AND
EXCURSIONS
All routes and excursions are provisional and subject
to change – weather, sea and ice conditions
may affect the itinerary. Excursions may also be
subject to minimum/maximum numbers. The operator
reserves the right to change the content of
excursions without prior notice.
MINIMUM NUMBERS
Some holidays are subject to a minimum number
of participants to enable them to take place.
Should the minimum not be reached we will advise
you at least 8 weeks prior to your departure,
when we reserve the right to cancel the holiday
and refund all monies paid to us. Alternatively,
you may choose another holiday with us but if the
alternative arrangement is at an additional cost,
the difference will be payable by you.
BEFORE YOU GO
Passport and visas
All passengers must have a passport valid for at
least three months (six months for Antarctica voyages)
after the date of return. Where applicable
passengers will be issued with an entry permit/
tourist visa upon arrival. It is essential that the family
and first names on the passport match those on
your travel documents exactly.
Check with the relevant embassy or consulate
if visa is needed.
Health
At the time of printing no compulsory vaccinations
or health precautions were required for
British citizens. Passengers suffering from any
known or suspected medical condition, or women
more than 28 weeks pregnant, are required
to notify us at least 14 days before departure
and produce a medical certificate confirming
fitness to travel.
We reserve the right to refuse or cancel a booking
if the relevant certificate is not produced and
will not be liable for the refusal by any operator
to carry any person who has failed to notify us
as above. If in doubt about health precautions,
please consult your doctor.
In accordance with IAATO requirements, all
travellers to Antarctica must complete a confidential
medical declaration form, signed by a
doctor stating that they are fit to travel. The form
will be sent to you 3 months before departure and
a copy must be returned to us before the final
balance is due. Hurtigruten Ltd cannot be held
responsible for any circumstances arising out of
a failure to disclose a disability or pre-existing
medical condition. MS Fram has a small surgery
with the capacity to cope with emergencies and an
English speaking doctor and nurse will be on board
during the Antarctic and Greenland Voyages. MV
Polar Star has a doctor on board.
GENERAL
Brochure Accuracy
The information and descriptions contained in
this brochure have been checked by our staff
and/or local agents to ensure they are correct.
However, changes may occur after the date of
publication and there may be occasions when
Hurtigruten or local suppliers may withdraw
some facilities. Should we become aware of any
significant change which may be considered to
have an effect on the enjoyment of your holiday
we will do our utmost to advise you. Public holidays
and religious festivals may also affect the
availability of resort and hotel facilities. Tourist
offices can provide details of such events.
Some areas we visit are very remote, affected
by prolonged cold weather or difficult terrain.
Provision of facilities will be subject to local conditions,
and customs and lifestyles may differ
from those to which you are accustomed.
Hotel Accommodation
The standard of the hotels we use is equivalent
to 3 or 4-star. As there is no official hotel rating
system in the countries in which we operate, we
have applied our own grading which may not
equate to official ratings but is based on the
overall standard of the hotels and the facilities
available. All rooms have private facilities. Single
rooms may be smaller and less conveniently
situated and may be double rooms for sole occupancy
or purpose built single rooms. Hotels
may charge for some facilities e.g. saunas.
Tour Arrangements
The voyages and tours in this brochure are
based on independent travel, however all ships
and many of our featured hotels have information
staff who will advise you on excursions and
offer general assistance. Some of our holidays
are part escorted.
Transfers
Transfers are included as shown and are usually
unaccompanied. They may be operated by
private coach, scheduled airport coach or train,
minibus or taxi. Full details will be forwarded
with your travel documents.
Wildlife
The brochure includes pictures and descriptions
of wildlife which may be seen from the ships and
during excursions, but there is no guarantee of
sightings.
HOLIDAY EXTRAS
We can arrange Airport Hotels, parking and
lounges for your trip through Holiday Extras.
For more information and to book please contact
our reservations department.
If you have any more specific questions you
would like to ask, our reservations team is available
to help. Please call our office, or refer to
our website.
As a member of the Association of Bonded Travel
Organisers Trust Limited (ABTOT), an Association
approved by the Department of Trade and
Industry, Hurtigruten Ltd has provided a Bond
to meet the requirements of the Package Travel,
Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations
1992. This Bond provides security for monies paid
by its UK customers and for their repatriation to the
UK in the event of Hurtigruten Ltd’s insolvency.
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