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HURTIGRUTEN
norway The world’s most beautiful voyage
the arctic • greenland • antarctica
2009–2010

SPITSBERGEN
GREENLAND
Arctic Circle 66°33‘ N
SWEDEN
ICELAND
NORWAY
SCOTLAND
GREAT BRITAIN DENMARK
FINLAND
ESTONIA
RUSSIA
CANADA
IRELAND
British Isles
POLAND
Netherlands
BELGIUM
GERMANY
FRANCE
SPAIN
USA
PORTUGAL
the Canary Islands
MEXICO
GUATEMALA
HONDURAS
NICARAGUA
Cape Verde
Equator
COSTA RICA
PANAMA
ECUADOR
0°
BRAzIL
PERU
CHILE
URUGUAY
ARGENTINA
FALKLAND ISLANDS
SOUTH GEORGIA
Drake Passage
South Shetland Islands
Antarctic Circle 66°33‘ S
ANTARCTIC PENINSULA

DISCOVER THE WORLD
OF HURTIGRUTEN
A vacation voyage with Hurtigruten is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to explore the
Earth, longitude and latitude, by land and at sea.
Awe-inspiring fjords, expansive sounds, scenic skerries, picturesque plains. Thirty-four
ports of call, both historical and cosmopolitan. Hurtigruten’s classic Norwegian
Coastal Voyage is an unforgettable sightseeing experience that leaves nothing to
be desired. What’s more, you’ll enjoy a life on board our fleet of upscale passenger
and cargo ships that exudes a characteristic Norwegian mix of the highest standards
paired with a casual, relaxed ambience. It’s no wonder that Hurtigruten’s coastal
voyages in Norway are considered the most beautiful in the world.
Polar seas, ice shelves, colorful local cultures, wild flora and fauna: A Hurtigruten
Explorer voyage—whether in Norway, Svalbard, Iceland, Greenland, South America,
or Antarctica—is one of the most exciting journeys available today. Pole to pole,
the world is full of superlatives for you to discover up close and in person.
Whether it’s across the Arctic and Antarctic Circles to conquer the white worlds of
polar regions, or exploring Norway’s own nooks and crannies—at once both majestic
and intimate—in more depth, Hurtigruten offers memories to last a lifetime.
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HURTIGRUTEN THEN AND NOW
1893 The first Hurtigruten voyage departs
Trondheim for Hammerfest, via 11 harbors.
1896 For the first time, Hurtigruten
launches weekly cruises to Svalbard from
Norway as a “trial.” Between 1969 and 1982,
this operation operates on a regular basis
during summer months. From 1994, the MS
Nordstjernen has been based in Svalbard for
cruising purposes from May to late August.
1898 The Hurtigruten route expands
southward to include Bergen, with three
departures a week.
1911 Kirkenes, near the Russian border,
becomes the northern turning point of the
coastal voyage.
1925 The first ship to feature running water
in all cabins is added to the Hurtigruten fleet.
1936 Daily departures from Bergen begin.
More than 230,000 passengers a year sail
between a record number of ports aboard
Hurtigruten’s 14 ships.
1937 Hurtigruten equips all ships with
sonar, an electronic logbook, and a radio
tracking transmitter.
1939–1945 Half the Hurtigruten fleet is
lost, and a total of 700 passengers are killed,
during World War II. Ironically, the Allied Powers
end up destroying twice as many ships as do
Norway’s German occupiers.
1952 Seven new ships have debuted since
1949. The entire rebuilt Hurtigruten fleet now
features modern diesel engines.
1982 As passenger numbers drop, Hurtigruten
focuses on cargo. The first ship with a
side hatch, for easy loading and unloading, is
added to the fleet.
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The
Hurtigruten
story
By the late 19th century, the Industrial Revolution had brought all kinds of new
comforts and technologies to Oslo and other ports in Norway’s south, but the vast,
mountainous regions north of Bergen were still remote and difficult to reach—
whether by land or sea. Coastal routes snaked through sounds and channels dotted
with dangerously rugged rocks and islands. Nautical charts of the time were unreliable
and only a handful of lighthouses existed. When the Norwegian government
decided to find a way to regularly and reliably connect north and south, Richard
With and his friend and pilot Anders Holthe went to the painstaking work of exploring
and charting Norway’s coastal waters. Lo and behold, the route was navigable!
With’s initial plan for one weekly, daytime steamship service transporting passengers,
cargo, and mail between Bergen and Hammerfest seemed audacious
enough—but he went further, claiming that, in time, he’d be able to sail the route
day and night, summer and winter alike. The steamboat Vesteralen embarked on
the maiden voyage in 1893. By 1911, the route connected Bergen to Kirkenes. With
christened Norway’s important new lifeline ’the fast route’—Hurtigruten.
Today, 115 years later, Hurigruten continues to use its nautical expertise to transport
passengers and cargo reliably from harbor to harbor. One of 12 ships departs
Bergen daily, traveling at an average speed of 16 knots to Kirkenes in the north
and back again. When will we welcome you aboard Hurtigruten?
1993 A new era begins with the June debut of
the modern ship MS Kong Harald. The modernization
of Hurtigruten’s fleet will result in 10 new ships
being added through the end of 2007.
2001 On May 30, the Norwegian government
lists the MS Lofoten as a national historical
monument.
2002 The new MS Midnatsol is launched in
Hamburg, Germany—making it the first
Hurtigruten ship to ever be christened outside
of Norway.
2003 A Hurtigruten ship, the MS Nordnorge,
travels the southern routes around Argentina,
Chile, and the Antarctic for the first time ever in
winter.
2005 Traditional ships the MS Nordstjernen
and MS Lofoten start sailing so-called
Nostalgic Routes in Norway in wintertime,
alongside Hurtigruten’s more modern ships.
2006 The MS Nordstjernen turns 50. The
OVDS and TFDS Hurtigruten shipping companies
merge to form Hurtigruten ASA. From
mid-March, the MS Finnmarken is the first
Hurtigruten ship to travel with the new
company’s trademark smokestack paint: black
with the red letter ‘H.’ Hurtigruten ASA now
boasts a fleet of 13 ships.
2007 In May, new expedition ship the
MS Fram—at the time, the most modern vessel
of its kind—enters service. Hurtigruten debuts a
new route: worldwide expedition voyages
between the Arctic and Antarctic.
2008 Hurtigruten celebrates its 115th
birthday. For more than a century, its passenger
and cargo ships have connected northern and
southern Norway.
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A world of treasure lives beneath:
Antarctica explorations
Thrill to the polar wonders of the pristine ”White Continent” by the most upscale means possible—Hurtigruten expedition vessel.
For prices, see rate insert. Programs include: Round trip air fare from New York; air fare within South America; transfers, meals,
and five-star hotel, per itinerary; select cabin on ship; Exploration guide services; port fees. Not included: Add-on air fare for other
U.S. gateways; air taxes; fuel surcharges; optional excursions; gratuities. Meal codes: [B] Breakfast [L] Lunch [D] Dinner.
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Buenos Aires
CHILE
ARGENTINA
22-day falklands/malvinas
south georgia & antarctica
Stanley
FALKLAND ISLANDS/
MALVINAS
An unsurpassed Exploration program on board the MS Fram to the Falkland Islands/
Las Malvinas, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Featuring Exploration
MAGELLAN STRAIT
Ushuaia
Grytviken
SOUTH GEORGIA
guides, lectures, and PolarCirkel boat landings, this 22-day nature- and geography-
CAPE HORN
DRAKE PASSAGE
focused program calls at the top sights at the bottom of the world.
Half Moon Island
Cuverville Island
Port Lockroy
Neko Harbor
Almirante Brown
ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
rates starting
at $7,920*
departures: Oct 31, 2009. The reverse itinerary
departs Feb 21, 2010. For optional shore excursions
and pre- & post-cruise options, see pages 74–75.
*USD per person, double occupancy based on
category I inside cabin, Oct 31 departure.
Ask about our 21-day Christmas & New Years cruise on
Dec 9, 2009. For details, visit us online.
Day 1: Depart the U.S. Leave on your overnight
flight for Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Day 2: Buenos Aires Morning arrival. Transfer to
your hotel. Rest of the day at your leisure. [B/D]
highest sea cliffs in the archipelago. [B/L/D]
Days 9–10: At Sea While at sea, you’ll be offered
on-board lectures about South Georgia. [B/L/D]
Days 11–12: South Georgia Disembark at abandoned
whaling station Grytviken. Wander through
the town and visit the South Georgia Museum. At
the cemetery, you are likely to spy young Elephant
seal pups, King and Gentoo penguins, and timid
Pintail ducks. You’ll also visit Cooper Bay, known for
its Macaroni and Chinstrap penguins. [B/L/D]
of snowy peaks, ice cliffs, and sculpted bergs. •
Port Lockroy; at this British base, postcards postmarked
“Antarctica” can be purchased. • Neko
Harbor’s water has a fine mirror finish, flecked with
bits of berg. • Petermann Island, inhabited by the
southernmost colony of Gentoo penguins. •
Cuverville Island boasts the largest known colony
of Gentoo penguins in the Antarctic Peninsula. •
Wilhelmina Bay, a feeding ground for whales and
seals. • Antarctic Sound, where huge mile-long
tabular icebergs can be seen. • Brown Bluff, where
Weddell seals are regular visitors.
Day 3: Buenos Aires Embarkation Transfer to
the MS Fram. Orientation talk on board. [B/D]
Days 4–6: At Sea During the sail to the Falkland
Islands, you will enjoy lectures about this archipelago
of 700 islands. It’s an ecosystem that supports an
astounding array of sub-Antarctic species. [B/L/D]
Days 7–8: Falklands/Malvinas The ship will call
at Stanley, the capital of the Falklands. Explore on
your own, or take a guided tour. Optional excursions.
Sounders Island features miles of spectacular
colonies of Black-browed albatross and Rock
Hopper penguins. West Point Island—known for
its wildlife, Fur seals, and sea lions—boasts the
Days 13–14: Drake Passage While at sea, you’ll
enjoy edifying talks about Antarctica. [B/L/D]
Days 15–18: Antarctica The ship will negotiate
the narrow passage between Booth Island and
the Antarctic Peninsula.
[B/L/D]
You’ll board PolarCirkel boats and—depending
upon the weather—make a number of landings: •
Whaler’s Bay, with its warm springs and black
volcanic sand. • Half Moon Island, a rookery for
Chinstrap penguins, and home to Kelp gulls, terns,
skuas, and sheathbills. • Yankee Harbor, home to
seals and some 4,000 Gentoo penguin pairs. •
Almirante Brown, in Paradise Harbor, has views
Day 18–19: Drake Passage The ship will pass
Cape Horn, southernmost point in South America.
Lectures regarding Cape Horn, Antarctica, and
southern ocean themes.
[B/L/D]
Day 20: Ushuaia Disembarkation–Buenos Aires
You’ll disembark at Ushuaia, the world’s southernmost
city. Transfer to your flight to Buenos
Aires. Optional excursions.
[B]
Day 21: Buenos Aires–U.S. After breakfast,
transfer for your flight to the U.S.
[B]
Day 22: Arrive in the U.S. Morning arrival in the
U.S.
[B]
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13-day argentina
& antarctica
A unique Exploration program on board the MS Fram to Argentina and the Antarctic Peninsula. Featuring Exploration guides,
lectures, and PolarCirkel boat landings, this 13-day program offers culture and adventure. Upon your arrival in Buenos Aires,
our local guides ensure you’ll indulge in this cosmopolitan city’s urbane delights before embarking on your Exploration
voyage. Once on the White Continent, shift into high adventure gear with our nature-focused excursions and landings.
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ARGENTINA
Buenos Aires
CHILE
Ushuaia
DRAKE PASSAGE
Half Moon Island
Cuverville Island
Port Lockroy
Neko Harbor
Almirante Brown
ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
rates starting
at $6,237*
departures: Nov 17 and 25; Dec 3 and 11, 2009.
Jan 4 and 12; Feb 13, 2010. For optional shore
excursions and pre- & post-cruise options, see pages
74–75. *USD per person double occupancy based on
category I inside cabin.
Day 1: Depart the U.S. Depart the U.S. on your
overnight flight to Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Day 2: Buenos Aires Morning arrival. During the
transfer to your hotel, an orientation tour of the
city will be given. Rest of the day to explore at
leisure, or join one of the optional excursions.
Day 3: Buenos Aires–Ushuaia Embarkation After
breakfast, transfer to your flight to Ushuaia, the
world’s southernmost city. You will enjoy an orientation
tour of this popular and attractive resort, surrounded
by snow-capped mountains, rivers, and
waterfalls, before boarding MS Fram. An informative
evening welcome meeting will be held. [B/D]
Days 4–5: The Drake Passage Just under two
days will be spent crossing the Drake Passage.
During the crossing, numerous lectures will be
given on fascinating Antarctica, considered one
of the most breathtaking and beautiful continents.
You will arrive in Antarctica on Day 5. [B/L/D]
Days 5–9: Antarctica Antarctica, “The White
Continent,” is more than half the size of North
America. On the Antarctic Peninsula, you’ll experience
the narrow, glacier-lined Lemaire Channel,
considered one of most beautiful passages in
Antarctica—where Humpback and Killer whales,
various penguins, and Elephant seals are a common
sight—and the breathtaking Neumayer Channel,
with its majestic cliffs. Visits by PolarCirkel boats will
be attempted in various locations (weather permitting)
including: • Whaler’s Bay, with its warm
springs and black volcanic sand. • Half Moon Island,
with spectacular views of the surrounding mountains,
famous for its large Chinstrap penguin
rookery, Kelp gulls, and Antarctic terns. • Yankee
Harbor, home to a variety of seals and an estimated
4,000 Gentoo penguin pairs. • Cuverville Island,
boasting the largest known colony of Gentoo
penguins in the Antarctic Peninsula. • Neko Harbor,
off spectacular Errera Channel, home to hundreds
of Gentoo penguins, Weddell and Elephant seals,
is believed to be part of mainland Antarctica. •
Almirante Brown, in Paradise Harbor, named for
its beauty, with ice cliffs and floating icebergs, home
to Gentoo and Chinstrap penguins. • Petermann
Island, home of the southernmost Gentoo penguin
colony, Blue-eyed shags, and Adelie penguins. •
Port Lockroy, surrounded by mountains, glaciers,
and ice shelves. • Wilhelmina Bay, feeding ground
for whales and seals. • Antarctic Sound, where
huge, mile-long tabular icebergs can be seen. The
sound is also home to an estimated half-million
Adelie penguins as well as Gentoo penguins,
Leopard seals, and Killer whales. • Brown Bluff, at
the tip of the Antarctic Peninsula. Adelie and Gentoo
penguins, Kelp gulls, and Cape petrels can be found
here, and Weddell seals are regular visitors.
Days 9–10: The Drake Passage While you cross
this stretch of water from Antarctica, a series of
lectures summing up the trip will be given. [B/L/D]
Day 11: Disembarkation Ushuaia–Buenos Aires
In the morning, you will reach the Argentinean city
of Ushuaia—reckoned to be the most southerly city
in the world and situated on Tierra del Fuego island
south of the Magellan Strait. After breakfast, you
will be transferred to the airport for your flight to
Buenos Aires. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel.
The rest of the day is at your disposal. [B]
Day 12: Buenos Aires. Return to the U.S. Transfer
to the airport for your return flight to the U.S. [B]
Day 13: Arrive in the U.S. Morning arrival in the
U.S.
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17-day north & south
antarctica
A thrilling Exploration program on board the MS Fram, from Ushuaia, Argentina to the farthest reaches of the Antarctic
Peninsula. Featuring Exploration guides, lectures, and PolarCirkel boat landings, this 17-day nature- and geography-focused
program calls at some of the least-visited sights on the “White Continent,” including isolated Marguerite Bay—home to the
only known colony of Emperor penguins on the peninsula’s western coast and remote even by exotic Antarctic standards.
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Buenos Aires
CHILE
ARGENTINA
FALKLAND ISLANDS
Ushuaia
CAPE HORN
DRAKE PASSAGE
Cuverville Island
Port Lockroy
Half Moon Island
Neko Harbor
Almirante Brown
ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
MARGUERITE BAY
rates starting
at $8,115*
departures: Jan 20, Feb 1, 2010. For optional shore
excursions and pre- & post-cruise options, see pages
74–75. *USD per person, double occupancy based on
category I inside cabin.
Day 1: Departy the U.S. Depart from the U.S. on
your overnight flight to Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Day 2: Buenos Aires Morning arrival. During the
transfer to your hotel, an orientation tour of the
city will be given. Rest of the day free to explore
at leisure, or join one of the optional excursions.
Day 3: Buenos Aires–Ushuaia Embarkation
After breakfast, transfer to your flight to Ushuaia,
the world’s southernmost city. You will enjoy an
orientation tour of this popular and attractive resort,
surrounded by snow-capped mountains, rivers, and
waterfalls, before boarding MS Fram. An informative
evening welcome meeting will be held. [B/D]
Days 4–5: The Drake Passage Just under two
days will be spent crossing the Drake Passage.
During the crossing, numerous lectures will be
given on fascinating Antarctica, considered one
of the most breathtaking and beautiful continents.
You will arrive in Antarctica on Day 5. [B/L/D]
Days 5–13: Antarctica Antarctica, “The White
Continent,” is more than half the size of North
America. Visits by PolarCirkel boats will be
attempted in various locations (weather permitting),
including: • Marguerite Bay, rarely visited,
dotted with ice-covered islands and surrounded
by pristine mountains. It is home to the only known
breeding colony of Emperor penguins on the west
side of the Antarctic Peninsula. This rookery is
protected and cannot be entered but you will have
the opportunity to spot Emperors nearby.
• Whaler’s Bay, with its warm springs and black
volcanic sand. • Half Moon Island, with spectacular
views of the surrounding mountains, famous for
its large Chinstrap penguin rookery, Kelp gulls, and
Antarctic terns. • Yankee Harbor, home to a
variety of seals and an estimated 4,000 Gentoo
penguin pairs. • Cuverville Island, boasting the
largest known colony of Gentoo penguins in the
Antarctic Peninsula. • Neko Harbor, off Errera
Channel, home to hundreds of Gentoo penguins
and Weddell and Elephant seals, is believed to be
part of mainland Antarctica. • Almirante Brown,
in Paradise Harbor, named for its beauty, with ice
cliffs and floating icebergs, is home to Gentoo and
Chinstrap penguins. • Petermann Island, home of
the southernmost Gentoo penguin colony, Blueeyed
shags, and Adelie penguins. • Port Lockroy,
surrounded by mountains, glaciers, and ice shelves.
• Wilhelmina Bay, feeding ground for whales and
seals. • Antarctic Sound, where huge, mile-long
tabular icebergs can be seen. The sound is also
home to an estimated half-million Adelie penguins
as well as Gentoo penguins, Leopard seals, and
Killer whales. • Brown Bluff, at the tip of the Antarctic
Peninsula. Adelie and Gentoo penguins, Kelp
gulls, and Cape petrels can be found here, and
Weddell seals are regular visitors.
Days 13–14: The Drake Passage While you cross
this stretch of water from Antarctica, a series of
lectures summing up the trip will be given.[B/L/D]
Day 15: Ushuaia Disembarkation–Buenos Aires
In the morning, you will reach the Argentinean city
of Ushuaia—reckoned to be the most southerly
city in the world and situated on Tierra del Fuego
island south of the Magellan Strait. After breakfast,
you will be transferred to the airport for your flight
to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel.
The rest of the day is at your disposal. [B]
Day 16: Buenos Aires Departure Transfer to the
airport for your return flight to the U.S. [B]
Day 17: Arrive in the U.S. Morning arrival, U.S.
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Blaze your own trail
with Optional Shore Excursions
Enhance your sense of culture, discovery, and adventure by adding our optional shore excursions and/or pre- and post-voyage
Explorations in Argentina, Chile, Peru, and the Falkland Islands to your Antarctic vacation program. Attend a tango show in Buenos
Aires. Climb the Andes to ancient Machu Picchu. Wonder at the mysteries of remote Easter Island. And birdwatch in the British
outpost in the South Atlantic—the Falklands. Our optional excursions take your sense of Antarctic adventure to new heights.
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EXCURSIONS/pRE- NORTHBOUND & POST-TOUR EXCURSIONS EXPLORATIONS
Buenos Aires Sightseeing
All year, 3 hours: Guided sightseeing tour by
motorcoach of Buenos Aires’ most important
sights, such as the trendy barrios, or neighborhoods,
of Palermo, with its designer boutiques
and cafes, and Recoleta, whose famed cemetery
houses the mausoleum of Eva Peron. Other
highlights include 9 of July Boulevard and the
Obelisk; May Square, home to City Hall, the
Metropolitan Cathedral and the federal Pink
Palace; and “Old Town” areas such as the
popular, cobblestone streets of San Telmo and
the colorful wooden houses of La Boca.
Dinner & Tango at Esquine Carlos Gardel
(Buenos Aires)
All year, 3 hours: An exclusive tango and
dinner show held in classic surroundings where
the icon of the tango, Carlos Gardel, built his
unmistakable image. While enjoying dinner, you
will learn the history of tango and experience
a tango show to live music. The excursion
includes transfers from the hotel and back, a
welcome drink, dinner, and beverages (including
wine).
Christchurch, Stanley
Falkland Islands Birdwatching
(Stanley)
All year, 3 hours: Depart from the Jetty Visitors
Centre in Stanley, heading for Hadassa Bay. A
Falklands Conservation tour guide will distribute
an illustrated checklist of local birds and
share general background information about
the birds of the Falkland Islands. You can expect
to see about 20 to 30 different bird species,
including the Falkland Flightless Steamer duck
and Rock cormorants. Magellanic penguins
burrow in the area’s tussac grass and the Blackthroated
finch can easily be spotted here.
Falkland Islands Audio Tour
(Stanley)
All year, 2 hours: Learn about the charming
capital of the Falklands on your own. An Audio
Guide device available in English, as well as
several other languages, provides interpretive
programming about the highlights of the city.
This independent walking tour allows you to
proceed at your own pace; however, a time limit
of 2 hours is set. The Audio Guide program,
divided into 25 tracks, is 50 minutes long.
Iguazu Falls
(Argentina-Brazil border)
All year, 4 days/3 nights: Travel to Argentina’s
northeast corner, near Brazil, to see the thundering
Iguazu Falls, twice the width of Niagara!
These are the largest waterfalls in South
America, with a flow capacity equivalent to
three Niagara Falls. Iguazu, which means “Great
Waters” in the Guarani language of local Native
American tribes, is one of the most breathtaking
natural attractions in all of Latin America.
San Pedro de Atacama (Chile)
All year, 4 days/3 nights: Located 7,874 feet
above sea level, the picturesque village of San
Pedro de Atacama is the archaeological capital
of Chile. Here, in the middle of the desert, you
can still come across archeological excavations
as well as relics of Native American civilizations.
Get in touch with the culture of the pre-Columbian
Atacameno people and immerse yourself
in the imposing landscapes and stillness of the
Atacama Desert.
Easter Island
All year, 5 days/4 nights: Easter Island, one of
the most isolated landmasses in the world, lies in
the Pacific Ocean some 2,237 miles west of Chile.
Legendary for its massive, mysterious moai sculptures,
Easter Island—first visited by Europeans on
Easter Sunday in 1722—is a truly mystical destination.
Mystery still shrouds the history of this
remote Pacific Island famous for its moai stone
sculptures. Discover it for yourself.
Tierra Del Fuego National Park Tour
(Ushuaia)
All year, 3 hours: On your way to Argentina’s
Tierra del Fuego National Park, drive by the
forested slopes of Mount Susana, passing a
railroad built by prisoners to transport wood to
Ushuaia. This tour offers spectacular views of
the islands of Redonda and Estorbo, Beagle
Channel, the snowy peaks of the Sampaio
Mountains, and beautiful Roca Lake. During
your walk, enjoy the view of Condor Hill, which
forms the natural border with Chile. Visit two
of the most beautiful spots in the park, the
Green Lagoon and Lapataia Bay.
Falkland Islands Farm (Stanley)
All year, 3 hours: Take this opportunity to
experience the Falklands’ traditional farming
lifestyles. See how local farmers maintain traditions
and methods passed down for generations.
Travel through landscapes sculpted by
harsh weather conditions, passing through
mysterious stone ruins and fantastic scenery on
the way to Long Island Farm. There, you will
experience a typical day at a Falklands farm.
See the skilled sheep dogs and Falklands-bred
horses, and learn about other local traditions,
such as the use of peat for fuel. Note: Maximum
of 44 guests per departure.
Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu & Cusco (Peru)
All year, 5 days/4 nights: This Exploration
takes in the best Peru has to offer. Start out in
Lima, the Peruvian capital, a thoroughly modern
city with historical touches. Next, head skyward
to the ancient seat of the Incan Empire, Cusco.
Tour colonial-era attractions and pre-Columbian
archeological sites before heading by rail and
motor coach even higher into the Andes, bound
for mystical, mysterious Machu Picchu.
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Life aboard Hurtigruten is no ordinary experience. A relaxing
environment with breathtaking views from every angle.
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Life aboard
hurtigruten
Life aboard Hurtigruten is no ordinary experience. Hurtigruten ships offer guests
a relaxing environment with breathtaking views from every angle. Well-appointed
suites—some with balconies and Jacuzzis—comfortable cabins, and spacious public
areas appeal to even the most discerning traveler.
Stroll around your ship and you’ll notice exquisite artwork throughout—a Hurtigruten
vessel is a floating gallery. In fact, each sculpture, carving, painting, and
print—including the exquisite lithographs featured in all Hurtigruten cabins—is an
original work of art created by local Norwegian artists.
Our panoramic shipboard lounges—with floor-to-ceiling windows on most ships—
provide the perfect perch to watch majestic scenery unfold.
Hurtigruten is also the perfect place for cross-cultural experiences, as you travel
with people from around the world. Chances are, you’ll be sharing your Hurtigruten
experience with passengers of many different nationalities, gaining lifelong friends—
and perhaps future travel companions.
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Food & Beverage
Dining is a special part of any vacation. Hurtigruten is no exception. From authentic
Norwegian cuisine to enticing international fare—a plate to please all palates.
King crab, mussels,
salmon, and herring
are just some of the
gastronomical delicacies.
A lavish buffet awaits when you wake up for a hearty breakfast before you start your
day. Enjoy a variety of eggs, cereals, breads, cold cuts—such as reindeer ham—and
cheeses, including geitost, the famous Norwegian brown goat cheese.
You’ll also have plenty of buffet choices come lunchtime. Scrumptious seafood and
fresh fish, an essential part of any Norwegian’s diet, are served in abundance. Sumptuous
King crab, mussels, salmon, and herring are just some of the gastronomic delicacies
from Norway’s pristine waters that are sure to delight any seafood connoisseur.
As your day winds down and your appetite stirs, dinnertime arrives. Discuss the
day’s adventures with friends old and new as you dine on a delicious three-course
meal. Be sure to pair your dinner with a fine wine from our extensive wine list.
Hurtigruten staff will be happy to help you select a vintage that’s the perfect
complement to any dish.
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Welcome aboard
the Hurtigruten Fleet
Everyone experiences Hurtigruten in his or her own way. It begins with selecting
just the right ship from our fleet, which offers various types with very individual
furnishings. Read through the following pages to gain an overview of our ships.
Whether it’s a modern ship with a beauty spa or a traditional one with a nostalgic
flair, you’re sure to find the Hurtigruten vessel that’s right for you. We also provide
you with deck plans for all 12 ships, so you can select your favorite cabin in advance—
and also see where the lounges, restaurant, comfortable panorama lounge, and
library are located on board. Take a look at which ships feature whirlpools on the
open deck or a gym for keeping fit. No matter which ship you choose, a voyage
with Hurtigruten offers lots of comforts. See for yourself!
Every ship in the Hurtigruten fleet has its own
unique character, sporting different colors, materials,
and designs. There’s something for every
taste, from modern furnishings inspired by Art
Deco style to simpler, nostalgic interiors.
The same goes for on-board cuisine. For breakfast
and lunch, you can expect an abundant
Scandinavian buffet, filled with fish and Norwegian
specialities such as the sweet breakfast
cheese geitost and reindeer ham. However,
vegetarian and diabetic dishes are also on offer.
For a snack in between mealtimes, the cafeteria
offers sandwiches, small hot and cold dishes,
and beverages. And at dinnertime, you can leave
the cocktail dress or tuxedo at home—on a
Hurtigruten ship, you travel and dine in a casual,
relaxed atmosphere.
Arrange your life—and spend your time—on
board as you like. Enjoy entertaining talks with
other passengers over a drink at the bar or dive
into a good book while lounging on deck or in
the well-stocked library. Whatever you wish,
you’re always in good hands on board a Hurtigruten
ship. What’s more, a tour guide is
always available to answer your questions about
booking excursions and to inform you about the
day’s highlights. You can also receive general
information at the reception desk, which is
always open.
We want to make your stay on board as comfortable
as possible. That’s why almost every ship is
equipped with an elevator that conveniently
whisks you from deck to deck.
We’re always there for you, from tour guides to
reception and service—even if you want to be
woken up at 3 a.m. to see an especially spectacular
sight. Welcome aboard Hurtigruten!
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HURTIGRUTEN SUITES AND CABINS
SUITES–MINISUITES
Suites are cabins in the categories MX, MG, M,
Q, and QJ. Located on Decks 5–8, the suites vary
in size—from approximately 270 sq. ft. to 485 sq.
ft.—furnishings, and location. However, they all
feature full-size bed with bedding (some QJ have
2 beds); shower, toilet, hair dryer, and towels; and
TV, minibar, and comfortable furniture. A few
suites on the MS Finnmarken, MS Midnatsol, and
MS Trollfjord offer a bathtub, stereo system, and
veranda. The MS Vesteralen, MS Lofoten and
MS Nordstjernen do not have suites.
STANDARD CABINS
Our standard cabins (categories U, P, N, J, L, A,
and I) differ mostly in location and size, which can
also vary within the categories. All standard cabins
feature modern, comfortable furnishings, as well
as bedding, shower, toilet, hair dryer, and towels.
Double cabins offer a bed and sofa bed. Threeand
4-bed cabins have bunk beds. Older Hurtigruten
ships feature simple, practical cabins with
shower and toilet.
SPECIAL CABINS
All Hurtigruten ships, with the exception of
MS Lofoten and MS Nordstjernen, are equipped
with large, physically challenged-accessible cabins
measuring approximately 172 sq. ft. to 215 sq. ft.
They feature a shower, toilet, bedding and towels,
and are usually located on the same deck as reception.
Except for MS Vesteralen, MS Lofoten, and
MS Nordstjernen, all ships have a wheelchairfriendly
gangway. Your travel agency will be happy
to provide further details.
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YOUR HOME ON THE WATER—
CABINS AND FURNISHINGS
Aboard Hurtigruten, you’re equipped with everything you’ll need to feel right at
home. Whether practical or luxurious, our outside and inside cabins are available
in various categories and are decorated in many different styles of furnishings.
On-board accommodations vary, sometimes within the same category, in size and
location. As a general rule, outside cabins on higher decks offer picture windows
while those on lower decks have portholes. A choice of suites on select ships lets
you reserve accommodations with balconies or bay windows—and some suites
even boast bathtubs and Jacuzzis. Cabins aboard the MS Fram, the latest edition
to the Hurtigruten fleet, set a whole new standard of excellence in at-sea accommodations.
What’s more—whatever the ship—Hurtigruten’s crew attend to every
need, so you can focus on enjoying the World’s Most Beautiful Voyage.
MX Owners suite 463–484 ft 2 2 rooms, full-sized bed, seating area, TV, minibar, safe, veranda
MG Grand suite 377–398 ft 2 1 room, full-sized bed, seating area, TV, minibar, safe, bay window or veranda
M Suite 301–323 ft 2 1 room, full-sized bed, seating area, TV, minibar, veranda
Q Minisuite 194–215 ft 2 1 room, full-sized bed, seating area, TV, minibar
QJ Minisuite 194–215 ft 2 2-bed cabin with separate beds or a single full-sized bed, seating area, TV, minibar, limited view
U Outside cabin 86–140 ft 2 2- or 3-bed cabin with a bed and sofa bed (3-bed cabin with a bunk bed)
P Outside cabin 86–140 ft 2 2-bed cabin with a bed and sofa bed
N Outside cabin 75–140 ft 2 2- or 3-bed cabin with a bed and sofa bed
J Outside cabin 75–140 ft 2 2- or 3-bed cabin with a bed and sofa bed (3-bed cabin with a bunk bed), limited or no view
L Outside cabin 75–140 ft 2 2-bed cabin with a bed and sofa bed, limited or no view
A Outside cabin 65–86 ft 2 2-, 3- or 4-bed cabin with bunk beds
I Inside cabin 65–108 ft 2 2-bed cabin with a bed and sofa bed or bunk beds
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MS fram
MS FRAM
The newest, most luxurious ship in the fleet, the
MS Fram was specially designed for cruising
Arctic and Antarctic waters. Through the extensive
use of wool, leather, and oak, her interior has
a distinctly Nordic feel. As she spends the summer
months cruising the Greenland sea, the MS Fram
is decorated with works by esteemed Greenlandic
artists. The cabins are stylish and comfortable,
and feature two lower berths or a twin-size bed,
private bathrooms, and hair dryers. Each is fitted
with air conditioning, heating, and a smoke alarm.
There are a variety of suites and junior suites with
queen-size beds and TVs. She offers a comfortable
restaurant, two well-stocked bars, panoramic
lounges, an Internet café, and conference rooms.
She also features a library with a selection of
books about the polar regions, a fitness room, a
sauna, two heated outdoor Jacuzzis, and a gift
shop purveying souvenirs, postcards, stamps, and
other personal effects.
SHIP INFORMATION
Built:............................................................ 2007
Berths:.......................................................... 318
Gross tonnage:........................................ 12,700
Length:....................................................... 374 ft
Width:.......................................................... 66 ft
MG Grand Suite U Outside cabin
M Suite N Outside cabin
Q Mini suite I Inside cabin
QJ Mini suite
Subject to change.
BALCONY BALCONY BALCONY BALCONY BALCONY
BALCONY
SUN DECK
SUN DECK
SUN DECK
SUN
SUN
DECK
DECK
SUN DECK
SUN
SUN
DECK
DECK
SUN DECK
SUN DECK
SUN DECK
SUN DECK
BALCONY BALCONY BALCONY BALCONY BALCONY
BALCONY
BALCONY BALCONY BALCONY BALCONY BALCONY
BALCONY
MG532 MG543 MG532 MG532 MG541 MG532 MG543 MG543 MG532 MG543 MG541 MG541 MG543 MG541 MG541
MG532 MG543 MG541
MG638 MG659 MG638 MG638 MG657 MG638 MG659 MG659 MG638 MG659 MG657 MG657 MG659 MG657 MG657
MG638 MG659 MG657
M530 M530 M530 M530 M539 M530 M539 M539 M539 M539
M530 I537 I537 I537
M539 I537 I537
I537
M636 M636 M636
I655 M636 M653 I655 M636 I655 M653 I655 M653 I655 M653 M653
M528 M528 M528 M528 M535 M528 M535 M535 M535 M535 M636 I655 M653
M528
M535
I651 I651 I651 I651 I651
M634 M634 M634 M634 I651
I647
M649 M634
M634 I647 I647 M649 M649
I647 I647
M649 M649
I647
M649
I645 U632 I645 I645 I645 I645
I645
I640
I640
I640
I640
I640
I640
RESTAURANT
IMAQ
RESTAURANT
IMAQ
U643
U641
U639
U632
U630
U628
U533
U531
U529
U527
U526
U524
U522
U520
RESTAURANT
IMAQ
RESTAURANT
RESTAURANT IMAQ
RESTAURANT
IMAQ
IMAQ
U643
U641
U639
U643
U641
U639
U643
U641
U639
U643
U641
U639
U643
U641
U639
U632
U630
U628
U630
U628
U632
U630
U628
U632
U630
U628
U632
U630
U628
U533
U531
U529
U527
U533
U531
U529
U527
U533
U531
U529
U527
U533
U531
U529
U527
U533
U531
U529
U527
U526
U524
U522
U520
U526
U524
U522
U520
U526
U524
U522
U520
U526
U524
U522
U520
I637
U526
U524
U522
U520
I637
I637
I637
I637
N341
N341
I637
N339
N339
N341 N341
N354
N341
N339 N339
N352
N339
N341
N354 N339
N352 N337
Q350 N335
N354
N337
N335
N337
N335
N337
N335
N337
N335
N352
WHIRLPOOL
Q350
SAUNA SAUNA SAUNA SAUNA SAUNA
SAUNA SAUNA
SAUNA SAUNA
WHIRLPOOL
FITNESS
ROOM
WHIRLPOOL FITNESS
WHIRLPOOL ROOM
FITNESS
WHIRLPOOL ROOM
FITNESS
ROOM
WHIRLPOOL
N337
N335
N354 N354
N354
N352 N352
N352
Q350 Q350
Q350
WHIRLPOOL
WHIRLPOOL
WHIRLPOOL
WHIRLPOOL
Q350
WHIRLPOOL
I525
I523
I521
FITNESS
ROOM
WC
N348
N331
N346
N348
I635
I635
I635
I525
I523
I521
I525
I523
I521
I525
I523
I521
M626 M629
M624 M627
M626
WC
M624
M622
LIFT
LIFT
LIFT
LIFT
LIFT
LIFT
OBSERVATION DECK
OBSERVATION DECK
BAR
M622 M625
U620 U623
U618 U621
U616 U619
U617
I635
I633
M626 I631 M626
M626
M624 M624
M624
M622 M622
M622
U620 U620
U618 U618
U616 U616
N346
I635
I525
I523
I521
WC
I519
I517
WC WC
WC WC
WC WC
N331
N348
N331 N331
N346 N331
FITNESS
ROOM
I635
I525
I523
I521
N331
WC
I633
I631
I633
I631
N344
M629
I633
I631
N342
LIFT LIFT
LIFT
LIFT
LIFT LIFT
LIFT
LIFT
PANORAMA-SALON
QILAK
U615
U611
I613
I605
I602
I605
I605
I602
I602 I605
I602 I605
I602
I605
I602
U609
U607
U604 U603
U620
U618
Q515 U616
QJ513 U614
U612
Q511
U610
QJ509
U608
Q507 U606
Q505 U604
LIFT
LIFT
LIFT
CAFETERIA
SHOP
LECTURE
ROOM
LIFT
CAFETERIA
SHOP RECEPTION/
LECTURE
LIFT INFO CAFETERIA ROOM
SHOP LIFT
CAFETERIA LECTURE
RECEPTION/
LECTURE
SHOP
ROOM
LIFT INFO CAFETERIA LECTURE ROOM
SHOP RECEPTION/
ROOM
LECTURE
LIFT LIFT INFO
CAFETERIA
ROOM
RECEPTION/
LECTURE
LIFT
SHOP LIFT
RECEPTION/
INFO
ROOM
LECTURE
LIFT INFO
ROOM ROOM
LIFT
LECTURE
RECEPTION/
ROOM
LECTURE
LIFT INFO
ROOM
N338 N329
LIFT
LIFT
LIFT
N338
OBSERVATION DECK
OBSERVATION DECK
OBSERVATION DECK
OBSERVATION DECK
OBSERVATION DECK
OBSERVATION DECK
OBSERVATION DECK
N327
N325
N336
N334
N319
INTERNET N317 INTERNET INTERNET INTERNET INTERNET
INTERNET
N315
N313
N311
MG601
Q518 Q515 Q518 Q518 Q515 Q515 Q518 Q515
Q518 Q515
QJ516 QJ513 QJ516 QJ516 QJ513 QJ513 QJ516 QJ513
QJ516 QJ513
Q514 Q511 Q514 Q514 Q511 Q511 Q514 Q511
Q514 Q511
QJ512 QJ509
QJ512 QJ512 QJ509 QJ509 QJ512 QJ509
QJ512 QJ509
Q510 Q507 Q510 Q510 Q507 Q507 Q510 Q507
Q510 Q507
Q508 Q505 Q508 Q508 Q505 Q505 Q508 Q505
Q508 Q505
QJ506 QJ503
QJ506 QJ506 QJ503 QJ503 QJ506 QJ503
QJ506 QJ503
QJ504 QJ504 QJ504 QJ504
QJ504
Q502 Q502 Q502 Q502
Q502
Q518
BAR
M626 M629 M629
M629
M624 M627 M627
M627
M622 M625 M625
M625
U620 U623 U623
U618 U621 U621
U616 U619 U619
U617 U617
I633
I631
I519
I517
I519
I517
I519
I517
N344
M629
I633
I631
I519
I517
N344
I519
I517
WC
WC
N342
N342
N348 N348
N348
N346 N346
N346
N344 N344
N344
N342 N342
N342
M627
M627
M625
LIFT
LIFT
LIFT
LIFT
LIFT
LIFT
LIFT
U623
U621
U619
U617
U615
U611
U609
QJ516
PANORAMA-SALON
QILAK
PANORAMA-SALON
QILAK
PANORAMA-SALON
QILAK
PANORAMA-SALON
QILAK
U610
U608 I613
U606
U620
U618
U616
U614
U612
U610
U608
U606
U604
LIFT LIFT
LIFT
LIFT
N338 N329 N329
N329
LIFT
LIFT LIFT
LIFT
LIFT
N338 N338
N338
OBSERVATION DECK
N327
N325
BAR
N327
N325
BAR
N327
N325
N336
N334
N336
N334
BAR
M625
U623
U621
U619
U617
LIFT
LIFT
LIFT
N329
LIFT
OBSERVATION DECK
N327
N325
N336
N334
BAR
N336
N334
U614
U612
U615
U611
U614
U612
U614
U612
U615
U611
U614
U612
PANORAMA-SALON
QILAK
U623
U621
U619
U617
U615
U611
U609
U607
U603
LIFT
LIFT
N329
N327
N325
N323
N321
LIFT
LIFT
N336
N334
I613
U615
U611 I613
U610
U608
U606
Q514
I613
U609
U607
U603
U610 I613
U608
U609
U607
U609
U607
U603
U610
U608
U606
QJ512
U607
U603
Q510
U603
U606
U604
U604 U604
Q508
QJ503
MG601
MG601 MG601 MG601
MG601
QJ506
QJ501
QJ501
QJ501
QJ501
QJ501
QJ504
LECTURE
ROOM
N309
N307
QJ501
Q502
N305
N303
N332 N330 N332 N332 N332 N323 N332 N323 N323 N323
N332
N323
N330 N330 N330 N321 N330 N321 N321 N321
N328 N330
N328 N328 N328 N319 N328 N321
N319 N319 N319
N326 N328
N326 N326 N326 N317 N326 N319
N317 N317 N317
N322 N326
N322 N322 N322 N315 N322 N317
N315 N315 N315
N318 N322
N318 N318 N318 N313 N318 N315
N313 N313 N313
N314 N318
N314 N314 N314 N311 N314 N313
N311 N311 N311
N310 N314
N310 N310 N310 N309 N310 N311
N309 N309 N309
N306 N310
N306 N306 N306 N307 N306 N309
N307 N307 N307
N306
N304 N304 N304 N305 N304 N307
N304 N305 N305 N305
N304
N302 N302 N302
N303 N302 N305
N303 N302 N303 N303
N302 N303
OBSERVATION
DECK
OBSERVATION
DECK
OBSERVATION
DECK
OBSERVATION
OBSERVATION
DECK
DECK
OBSERVATION
DECK
Deck 8
Deck 7
Deck 6
Deck 5
Deck 4
Deck 3
Deck 8
Deck 7
Deck 6
Deck 5
Deck 4
Deck 3
Suite, Deck 5, 6
Panoramic lounge
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HURTIGRUTEN
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
This document is issued by Hurtigruten ASA to, and
accepted by, the passenger subject to the important
terms and conditions which appear below. Please read
all the provisions carefully as they contain important
limitations on the rights of passengers to assert claims
against Hurtigruten ASA, Hurtigruten Inc. (also doing
business as “Hurtigruten”), its agents, employees and
the vessel.
THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS TICKET
APPLY TO THE SEA PASSAGE AS WELL AS TO ALL
OTHER PRODUCTS OR SERVICES OF ANY KIND
WHATSOEVER PROVIDED FOR OR ARRANGED BY
HURTIGRUTEN ASA OR BY Hurtigruten Inc.,
THEIR AGENTS OR INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS.
THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS REPRESENT THE
ENTIRE AGREEMENT AND A BINDING CONTRACT
BETWEEN HURTIGRUTEN ASA (AND Hurtigruten
Inc.) AND THE PASSENGER. THE PASSENGER’S
ACEPTANCE OF THIS TICKET CONSTITUTES THE
PASSENGER’S CONSENT TO THESE PROVISIONS.
THESE PROVISIONS SUPERSEDE ANY ORAL OR
WRITTEN REPRESENTATIONS. ANY CHANGE IN
THESE PROVISIONS MUST BE IN WRITING SIGNED
BY THE PRESIDENT OF HURTIGRUTEN ASA OR BY
THE PRESIDENT OF Hurtigruten Inc.
In consideration of the receipt of full fare, Hurtigruten
ASA agrees to transport the passenger on the following
terms and conditions:
1. Responsibility of Hurtigruten Inc.
A. Hurtigruten Inc. (“HI”) acts only as a sales agent on
behalf of its principal, Hurtigruten ASA (“Company”).
As a result, HI, although a party to this Ticket Contract,
is not responsible nor is it liable for any circumstance
whatsoever arising in connection with services rendered
to the passenger except for loss or injury that arises out
of HI’s gross negligence or willful misconduct.
B. The transport of passengers and baggage on the
ships is provided solely by the Company under the
terms and conditions of this ticket.
2. Fares
The fare set forth in this ticket is stated in U.S. dollars, is
per person based on double occupancy and does not
include land arrangements or services, unless otherwise
expressly agreed in writing by the Company or HI. The
fare does not include items of a personal nature, including
but not limited to, laundry, liquor, beer or wines.
The fare, taxes and surcharges are subject to change
without notice up to twenty days prior to the scheduled
embarkation date. The Company reserves the right to
collect the fare in effect at the time, and as a condition,
of embarkation.
3. Cancellations and Refunds Prior to
Embarkation
Requests for cancellation must be made in writing to HI. If
the request is received more than seventy (70) days prior
to the scheduled departure date, a full refund of deposit,
less a $50 per person handling fee, shall be made. Thereafter
the following cancellation fees shall apply:
• 69–40 days prior to the scheduled departure date:
25% of the total trip cost
• 39–22 days prior to the scheduled departure date:
50% of the total trip cost
• 21–15 days prior to the scheduled departure date: 75%
of the total trip cost
• 14 days or fewer prior to the scheduled departure
date: no refund.
The foregoing schedule will apply notwithstanding that
the Company or HI is able to rebook the cabin in question.
The passenger must submit a claim for refund, in
writing, within twenty days of the actual termination
date of the voyage in question, failing which the refund
claim shall be barred.
4. Baggage and Other Possessions
A. Each passenger may bring aboard the ship a reasonable
amount of clothing and personal effects without
charge, subject to airline restrictions. Under no circumstances
may dangerous or illegal articles such as
firearms, knives, explosives, fireworks, liquid oxygen,
combustible or corrosive substances or illegally possessed
drugs be taken aboard the ship.
B. Pets and other animals, except for service animals as
further described in these Terms and Conditions, are
not allowed on board the ship.
5. Fitness to Travel
A. The passenger warrants that he and those traveling
with him are each physically fit to travel at the time of
embarkation. The passenger is required to notify HI in
writing prior to the time of booking of any physical disability
or medical condition which may require special
assistance during the voyage. Such conditions include
but are not limited to those primarily confined to wheelchairs
or scooters or who use service animals.
B. The Company and HI strongly recommend that
those passengers with physical disabilities or medical
conditions which may require special assistance before,
during or after the voyage be accompanied by someone
who is able to assist both ashore and at sea as the
Company is unable to offer special assistance. If one or
more ports of calls are anchorage ports, physical conditions
may prevent those passengers from going ashore.
This decision will be made by the Captain of the ship or
his designee and shall be in his sole discretion and shall
not be open to challenge at the time or afterwards.
C. At the time of embarkation, the passenger is responsible
for having received all medical inoculations necessary
for the trip and having, in his or her possession, the ticket,
valid passport, visas and other documents that are necessary
for the scheduled ports of call and disembarkation.
6. Non-Liability for Medical Treatment
A. Notwithstanding that a doctor or a nurse may be on
board the ship, neither the Company nor HI undertakes
to treat or care for the passenger medically. The doctor
and the nurse, even if designated officers of the ship, are
not agents or employees of the Company or HI but rather
are independent contractors. Neither the Company nor
HI shall be liable for any aspect of medical treatment
provided to the passenger, including, but not limited to,
the consequences of any examination, advice, diagnosis,
treatment, prognosis or other services which such doctor
or nurse may furnish the passenger. It may be necessary
for the passenger to obtain shore side medical service
during or after the passage in countries other than the
United States in which a different standard of medical care
applies than to which the passenger may be accustomed.
Neither the Company nor HI makes any warranty as to the
quality of any such medical services.
B. The passenger hereby consents to treatment by the
ship’s doctor or other medical personnel, if any, or by
a physician designated by the Company or HI, if after
embarkation the passenger is unable to request or authorize
such treatment and in the opinion of the ship’s medical
personnel the passenger needs medical attention.
C. The passenger shall be charged for, and shall pay
for, medical services and for medication and supplies
used for his or her medical treatment. The passenger
shall also be responsible for the payment of any medical
expenses incurred ashore.
7. Refusal to Transport
The Captain of the ship, without liability, at any time,
may refuse to transport or may land any passenger at
any port or place, or transfer the passenger to other
means of transportation, because of health or physical
conditions, mental disorder, failure to abide by ship’s
regulations or any other causes of whatsoever nature
rendering the passenger unfit to travel. The Captain’s
decision shall be in his sole discretion and shall not be
open to challenge at the time or afterwards.
8. Independent Contractors
A. The passenger acknowledges that all shore excursions,
tours, airline flights, ground transportation and
hotels are either operated by or are independent
contractors. Even though the Company and HI shall be
entitled to collect a fee for such services, neither the
Company nor HI supervises or controls their actions, or
makes any representation either express or implied as to
their suitability or competence. The Company and HI, in
arranging such services, does so only as a convenience
for the passenger and the passengers are free to use
or not to use those services. Neither the Company nor
HI assumes any responsibility, guarantees performance
or shall be liable for any negligent, gross negligent
or intentional acts or omissions, loss, damage, injury or
delay to the passenger or the passenger’s baggage in
connection with such services.
B. The fees for or costs of shore excursions, tours, airline
flights, ground transportation, hotels or any other services
that are ordered by the passenger but are not used by the
passenger are neither refundable or exchangeable.
9. Changes in Itinerary
The Company reserves the right, at its sole option and
discretion and that of the Captain of the ship to deviate
from the ship’s scheduled itinerary, to delay, advance
or cancel any sailing, to omit or change ports of call, to
arrange for substantially equivalent transportation by
any vessel, to cause the passenger to disembark from
the ship temporarily or permanently, to tow or be towed
or assist vessels, or to perform any similar act which,
in the Company’s or the Captain’s sole judgment and
discretion, is justified for any reason. If the deviation is
minor, of a kind that the passenger should have anticipated
occasionally occurring or the occurrence of which
is beyond the reasonable control of the Company and
HI, then the Company shall have no obligation to pay a
refund to the passenger. Otherwise, the Company shall
provide a refund commensurate with the portion of the
trip that did not take place.
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10. Payment by the Passenger and Other
Expenses
All charges for services and products provided on
board the ship must be settled in cash (in currency
acceptable to the Company and HI), travelers checks, or
a credit card (acceptable to the Company or HI) before
the passenger’s final disembarkation from the ship. Any
other expenses incurred by the passenger or by the
Company, or HI, on behalf of the passenger, shall be
payable by the passenger on demand.
11. Force Majeure
A. Neither the Company nor HI shall be liable in any
way to the passenger for death, injury, illness, damage,
delay or other loss or detriment to the person or property
or the Company’s (or HI’s) failure to perform any of
its obligations under this Ticket Contract caused by Act
of God, war or warlike operations, terrorist activities,
civil commotions, labor difficulties, whether or not the
Company (or HI) is a party, interference by authorities,
requisitions of the ship, political disturbance, inability
to secure or failure of supplies, perils of the sea, collisions,
breakdown of machinery, foundering of the ship,
fire or any other cause of whatsoever nature beyond
the reasonable control of the Company and HI (“force
majeure events”).
B. If as the result of a force majeure event (as defined in
paragraph [A] above) proceeding to, attempting to enter,
or entering or remaining at a port may expose the ship to
risk or loss or damage or be likely to delay it, the passenger
and his or her baggage may be landed at any port or
place at which the ship may be or call, at which time the
responsibility of the Company and HI shall cease and this
contract shall be deemed to have been fully performed.
It shall be in the ship’s Captain’s sole discretion to
determine whether such an action is justified. If the passenger
has not embarked, the Company may cancel the
proposed voyage and refund the sea passage portion of
the ticket paid in advance by the passenger.
12. Compliance with Rules
The passenger agrees, during the course of the voyage
to follow the directions of the ship’s Captain or his
authorized representatives. The passenger further
agrees not to solicit anyone on board for any commercial,
professional or charitable purposes. The passenger
agrees that any violation of this provision may subject
the passenger to disembarkation.
13. Choice of Law and Jurisdiction
A. Any disputes and matters of whatsoever nature
between the passenger and the Company and HI shall
be governed by Norwegian law. Such disputes and
matters shall be litigated in and before a court of law in
the city of Bergen, Norway.
B. The transport of passengers, baggage and vehicles
is subject to the provisions of the Act. no. 39 of 24
June 1994 Norwegian Maritime Code, as amended,
(“Norwegian Maritime Code”) and package tours are
subject to the provisions of the Act no. 57 of 25 August
1995 Relating to Package Tours (“The Package Tours
Act”). Copies of the Norwegian Maritime Code and
The Package Tours Act, in the Norwegian and in the
English language, are on file with the Company and
with HI. Copies are available upon written request. In
case of conflict between the Terms and Conditions of
this Ticket Contract and the Norwegian Maritime Code
or the Package Tours Act, these Terms and Conditions
shall take precedence.
14. Liability for Passengers and Luggage
A. Liability for Passengers and Luggage—The Company
agrees to indemnify a passenger against loss suffered
due to death or personal injury or loss of or damage to a
passenger’s luggage occurring during the carriage and
occasioned by the fault or negligence of the Company
or its agents. The same applies to loss suffered due to
delay in the carriage of passengers and to delay in the
carriage or delivery of luggage.
Neither the Company nor HI shall be liable for money,
securities and other valuables such as gold, silver,
jewels, watches, ornaments, securities, financial instruments
and works of art, unless the Company has
received them for safekeeping. The burden of proof lies
on the claimant as to the extent of the loss and as to the
event having occurred during the carriage.
In the case of loss due to personal injury or to damage
to cabin luggage the burden of proof also lies on the
claimant that there was clearly fault or negligence for
which the Company is liable.
B. Exceptions—The Company is not liable under the provisions
of paragraph (A) in the following eventualities:
1) For personal injury suffered before the passenger
embarks or after the passenger has landed, unless it
occurs during a sea passage between ship and land
which is included in the price of the ticket or in connection
with transportation provided by the Company.
2) For cabin luggage before it is brought on board or
after it is taken ashore, except during a sea passage as
in (1) above or during the time the Company has possession
of the luggage while the passenger is on the quay
or at the terminal or at another installation in the port.
3) If it is agreed or clearly understood that a certain
part of the carriage shall be undertaken by a named
sub-carrier, the Company will not be liable for loss
occasioned by an event occurring while the goods are
in the care of the sub-carrier. The above also applies to
claims against the Company which are not based on the
contract of carriage.
C. Limitation of the Company’s Liability—Liability for
personal injury or loss of life shall not exceed SDR
400,000 per passenger. Liability for delay to a passenger’s
journey shall not exceed SDR 4,150. Liability for
losses suffered as a result of loss of, or damage or delay
to, luggage shall not exceed:
1) SDR 1,800 per passenger for losses relating to cabin
luggage.
2) SDR 6,750 per passenger for losses relating to valuables
received for safekeeping.
3) SDR 2,700 per passenger for losses relating to any
other luggage.
The sums stated above apply to each voyage. Higher
limits of liability may be agreed in wriing between
passenger and the Company. The exceptions to and
limitations of the Company’s liability apply even when
the claim is not based on the contract of carriage. These
exceptions and limitations apply similarly if the claim is
made against one of the Company’s agents and those
concerned prove that they acted in that capacity or in
fulfillment of the contract.
The term “SDR” is an acronym that stands for “Special
Drawing Rights” which are defined by The International
Monetary Fund. The value of one SDR is given in daily
listings of currency exchange rates.
D. Excess—The Company has the right to deduct not
more than the following sums from any loss arising:
1) SDR 20 per passenger in the event of loss of or
damage to luggage.
2) SDR 20 per passenger in the event of loss occasioned
by delay.
3) SDR 150 per passenger in the case of damage to a
vehicle.
Deduction shall be made before limitation of liability
takes place pursuant to paragraph (C) above.
15. Time Bars
A. Any incident or accident resulting in personal injury
or loss of life must be reported immediately to a ship’s
officer. If legal proceedings have not been filed by the
passenger or his estate for personal injury or loss of life
within two years from the date on which the passenger
disembarked or should have been disembarked, the
claim against the Company (and HI) shall be timebarred.
If the passenger’s death occurs after disembarkation,
legal proceedings must be filed within two years
from the date of death but, in any event, shall be filed no
more than three years from the date of disembarkation,
failing which the claim against the Company (and HI)
shall be time-barred.
B. Any damage to or loss of luggage must be reported
immediately to a ship’s officer or other Company representative.
If legal proceedings have not been filed by
the passenger for damage to or loss of luggage within
two years from the date on which the passenger disembarked
or should have disembarked, the claim against
the Company (and HI) shall be time-barred.
C. For all claims for which time bars are not expressly
stated in the Norwegian Maritime Code (see Section
13[B] above), if legal proceedings have not been filed as
to such claims within one year from the date on which
the passenger disembarked or should have disembarked,
the claim against the Company (and HI) shall
be time-barred.
16. Travel Protection
Hurtigruten ASA is bonded by the Reisegarantifondet.
17. Interpretation
A. Should any provision of the Terms and Conditions be
invalid by virtue of the law of any jurisdiction including
but not limited to the Norwegian Maritime Code and
The Package Tours Act (see Section 13 B above) or so
held by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision
shall be deemed to have been severed from the
Terms and Conditions and of no force and effect and all
remaining provisions in the Terms and Conditions shall
continue to be in full force and effect.
B. The headings of the sections in the Terms and Conditions
are for convenience of reference only and shall not
define or limit any of the Terms and Conditions.
C. Whenever the context so requires, references to the
male gender shall include references to the female and
references to the single shall include the plural and
vice versa.
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one-of-a-kind coastal voyages in Norway, Greenland, the Arctic, and Antarctica—from voltages, cabin sizes and dress codes
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GENERAL INFORMATIoN AND TRAVEL TIPS
Reservation and Deposit
To confirm your reservation, a $300-per-person deposit
is required when booking a seven-day or shorter vacation.
When booking an eight-day or longer vacation,
a deposit of $600 per person is required. Deposit is
required within 24 hours of booking. Booking information
must include passenger’s full name, nationality,
date of birth, and gender. Final payment is due 70 days
prior to departure. Checks, money orders, American
Express, Visa, MasterCard, and Discover Card are
accepted as forms of payment.
Air Transportation
Travel is in Economy Class via IATA carriers, according
to the route of the published itinerary. All airfares are
subject to change without notice. SAS, Finnair, Icelandair,
or other IATA carriers are responsible only for the
air travel portion of the program in accordance with the
terms and conditions of the airline ticket.
Group Bookings
Group bookings are welcome. Special booking conditions
apply. Please inquire with our reservations department
for further details.
What clothes should I bring?
The dress code aboard the ship is casual. You should
pack comfortable walking shoes, waterproof and windproof
pants, warm sweaters, a pair of waterproof gloves,
inner-gloves (we recommend wool), a warm hat, two sets
of long underwear, a warm woolen sweater, and warm
socks. In addition, we suggest two to three changes of
indoor clothing, a pair of regular shoes or sneakers to
wear on board the ship, and a warm jacket. We recomend
you wear several layers instead of one thick piece
of clothing.
Do I need special clothing for PolarCirkel
boat landings and excursions?
All passengers will receive a wind and waterproof jacket
to keep. A sweater or fleece jacket is required to wear
underneath. You will also be lent one pair of boots to
wear over woolen socks during landings in Antarctica.
Wind and waterproof clothing is a necessity at sea and
on excursions in Antarctica.
Any tips regarding items to bring?
A small waterproof backpack for shore excursions and
trips ashore is recommended. We strongly recommend
that you bring a high UV-factor sunblock and a pair of
good-quality sunglasses since the reflections from the
Antarctic sunlight and from the ice are sometimes very
strong. Since there are limited goods in the gift store
on board, you should bring whatever toiletries you
might need during the voyage, as well as a supply of
any medications you take. Remember to bring sufficient
medication to last through any unforeseen delays. Seasickness
pills are available on board. If you are prone
to seasickness, please bring pills you are familiar with.
We strongly recommend you bring binoculars and a
camera. We advise you to bring extra batteries for your
camera, video films, and any special brands of film. (A
limited supply of film is sold on board.)
Are there laundry facilities on board?
Yes, the ship has laundry facilities.
What are the cabins like?
Cabins are comfortable and cozy, with private bathrooms
with hair dryers. Each is fitted with air conditioning,
heating, and a smoke alarm. All cabins have two
lower berths with private facilities. There are a variety of
elegant suites and junior suites, which are very high in
demand and should be booked well in advance.
What if I prefer a single cabin?
A limited selection of double cabins is available for
single occupancy.
Do you have triples?
A limited selection of triple cabins is available.
Are there cabins for physically-challenged
passengers?
The ship has two cabins for physically-challenged
guests.
Is smoking permitted on board?
Smoking is only permitted out on deck.
Is there a doctor on board?
There is an English-speaking doctor, as well as a
nurse, on board at all times. The ships have a small
medical facility with the necessary equipment and
drugs to handle emergencies. In serious emergencies,
the nearest hospital will be contacted.
Are there tour guides on board?
The ships have expert lecturers with in-depth knowledge
of Chile, Argentina, and the Antarctic. They
conduct the lectures covering various topics during
the cruise. All information on board is given in English,
German, and Spanish. Our experienced expedition
leaders will inform you about the daily program and
take you ashore.
What will the climate be like?
The average low/high Fahrenheit temperature in Buenos
Aires is 60/81; Ushuaia, 40/56; and Antarctica, 22/39.
How demanding is the tour?
Most of the landings are by PolarCirkel boats and the
terrain on shore may be fairly rugged, so you should
be reasonably sure-footed. These excursions are not
suitable for the physically challenged. Other than the
landings, the tour does not make any special physical
demands on the participants.
What should I know about the environment?
Human traffic in Antarctica is strictly regulated by the
International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators
(IAATO), which prohibits more than 100 people
from being ashore simultaneously. Passengers will be
instructed on how to comply with IAATO guidelines.
What is the tipping policy?
On our Antarctica programs a NOK 50 (approx. $9) per
day gratuity will automatically be charged your Cruise
Card. Should you wish to change the amount or to
not tip, contact the reception staff at the start of your
cruise.
How about transfers and luggage handling?
Transfers and luggage handling are included. Our meetand-greet
personnel carry signs saying: “MS Fram,
Voyage of Discovery.”
Is the on-board voltage 110 or 220?
The ships, and hotels in Santiago and Buenos Aires,
have an electrical supply of 220 volts/50 hertz and one
110-volt socket for razors. An adapter and converter
are required.
What types of meals are served on board?
At breakfast and lunch, a buffet of Norwegian and
local specialties is served. Dinner is a three-course
meal, with your choice of fish, meat, or vegetarian as
main course. A selection of wines is available at lunch
and dinner, including various brands of the celebrated
Chilean wine. We do our best to meet special dietary
requirements. All requests for special meals should be
requested well in advance of departure.
What documents are required?
U.S. citizens traveling on leisure or business trips are
allowed to enter Chile and Argentina without a visa
for 90 days. However, some airport fees and taxes will
apply. In Chile, at the immigration booth, a one-time
entrance fee of US$131 must be paid in cash in U.S. currency.
In Argentina, an exit tax of US$20 must be paid in
cash. All fees are subject to change.
What inoculations do I need?
Check with your local health authorities regarding
recommended vaccinations for travel to Chile and
Argentina.
What currency is accepted?
American Express, Visa, and MasterCard are accepted
on board. The currency on board is Norwegian kroners.
When using credit cards on board the ship, your account
will be debited in Norwegian kroners (NOK) with the
rate of exchange of that day. Upon arrival aboard you
will receive a Cruise Card, which works as a “credit
card.” Ashore, U.S. dollars and the local currencies are
accepted—Chilean pesos in Chile and Argentine pesos
in Argentina. Major credit cards are accepted in some
places ashore but smaller towns only accept cash in
local currency or U.S. dollars.
Are there any special savings?
Members of AARP enjoy a discount of $150 per cabin.
Also, be sure to regularly check our website for special
offers.
How do I reach the U.S. on board?
The ship has an Internet café.
What about travel insurance?
We strongly encourage passengers to purchase travel
insurance. We offer an attractively priced policy through
Trip Mate. See Rate Insert for details.
Are there any helpful travel guides I can read
before my trip?
Larger bookstores have a selection of books on Antarctica
and South America. You’ll also find a list of
suggested reading material on the home page of our
website.
Please note:
Itineraries are subject to change due to weather and
ice conditions.
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