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Arctic
Circle and the Land of the Midnight Sun Coach Holidays 16 or 19 Days
- 10% Discount
A grand circular tour through the
forests of Finland and the fjord and sea vistas of Norway
to witness the Midnight Sun and Polar Ocean
Arctic
Circle and the Land of the Midnight Sun - 16 Day Holiday Itinerary
DAY 1: We travel
to Belgium for an overnight stay.
DAY 2: We travel
north through Germany, to Denmark and Copenhagen for the
night. B,D
DAY 3:
Stockholm (included) Explore
the sights of the Swedish capital, then catch the ferry
for the overnight sailing to Finland. B,D
DAY 4
: Arrive
in Turku, then continue to Helsinki (included). Affectionately
known as the daughter of the Baltic, and surrounded by 315
islands, Helsinki’s east-meets-west culture contrasts against
the clean lines of Finlandia Hall and the rich golden onion
dome of Uspenski Cathedral. Join our optional sightseeing
tour before we continue to Jyväskyla for an overnight stay.
B,D
DAY 5: To Rovaniemi for the night. B,D
DAY 6:
We cross
the Arctic Circle at the Santa Claus Village (included).
We continue north through Finnish Lapland to Tankavarra
Gold Museum (included). We explore the museum and reconstructed
gold-mining village and have lunch (optional) before heading
on to Saariselka for the night. B,D
DAY 7: To Karasjok
and the Sami Village (included). We learn the history of
the Sami people who have been living by fishing and hunting,
boat building and reindeer herding for thousands of years.
We recommend the Storgammon Lunch (optional), with traditional
dishes served in a special restaurant constructed in wood
to resemble a huge sami tepee. In the afternoon, we head
to Honningsvag for a two-night stay. This evening, we have
an included visit to the North Cape to see the Midnight
Sun and Polar Ocean. The cliffs at North Cape are the closest
you will come to the top of the world in mainland Europe!
B,D
DAY 8: Honningsvag (included).
Spend
the day in Honningsvag or join our optional Fishing Villages
excursion. We explore charming fishing hamlets and villages
and discover local customs. B,D
DAY 9: We commence
our journey south to Storslett for an overnight stay. B,D
DAY 10: To Tromsø
(included). At a latitude of nearly 70 degrees north, the
same as Alaska and Siberia, between the island landscape,
fjords and mountain peaks, lies Tromsø – the gateway to
the Arctic and capital of northern Norway. We continue to
Narvik for the night. B,D
DAY 11: Through charming scenery to
Mosjoen for the night. Explore the
quaint wooden village, reminiscent of a
bygone age.
B,D
DAY 12: South
to Trondheim (included). The architecture and the surroundings
of the city create a beautiful setting; our optional sightseeing
tour, with local guide, captures it all. To nearby Hell
for the night. B,D
DAY 13: Past Lillehammer
to Oslo for the night. Enjoy an optional evening sightseeing
tour of the Norwegian capital. B,D
DAY 14: We return though Sweden to
Denmark’s capital, Copenhagen, for
the night. We enjoy a short Orientation
Tour (included) of the fascinating
landmarks and beautiful architectural
masterpieces, including the bronze
statue of the Little Mermaid, taken from
Hans Christian Andersen’s fairytale. B,D
DAY 15: During
our journey home, we spend a night in Belgium. B
DAY 16: We arrive in Calais for our
return journey home. B
Included Meals: B=Breakfast,
D=Dinner
19
Day Extra Leisure Holiday
For only a little extra, our 19-day option
eases the pace a little and allows for a highly worthwhile
three-night break in the middle of your tour in the lovely
town of Alesund, ‘the Fjord Capital of Norway’.
DAYS
1 - 12: Same as
16-day holiday
EXTRA LEISURE DAYS 13
- 15: ALESUND
Staying at the seafront Radisson SAS hotel, you’ll have
the chance to explore this delightful Art Nouveau town both
independently and as part of a guided walking tour (optional).
The myriad turrets, spires and beautiful ornamentation that
give the town its distinctive character are like something
from a fairytale. We also recommend the mesmerising Fjord
Cruise from Alesund to Geiranger (optional). The profusion
of fjords, small fishing communities, island gems and majestic
mountains will bowl you over. 3xB,3xD
DAYS 16 - 19: Same as
Days 13-16 in 16-day itinerary across.
Included Meals: B=Breakfast,
D=Dinner
Your Hotels
You’ll stay overnight at
the Scandic Hotel Sydhavnen, Copenhagen; Sokos Hotel Alexandra,
Jyväskyla; Sokos Hotel Vaakuna, Rovaniemi; Hotel Kieppi, Saariselka;
two nights at the Rica Hotel, Honningsvag; overnight at the
Norlandia Storslett Hotel, Storslett; the Quality Hotel Grand
Royal, Narvik; Fru Haugans Hotel, Mosjoen; Rica Hell Hotel,
Hell; Rica Helsfyr Hotel, Oslo; a further overnight stay at
the Scandic Hotel Sydhavnen, Copenhagen, and overnight on
the cruise ferry from Stockholm to Turku, Finland.
Overnight stays in Belgium are in city-style hotels. Unless
stated otherwise, all hotels are 3-star standard.
Please note: May 31 departure will stay at the Copenhagen
Island Hotel on Day 2 and Day 14.
Silver
Service Departure Dates & Prices 2008
Travel
by Silver Service coach travel
15 or 18 nights' accommodation with continental breakfast
13 or 16 evening meals
9 excursions and visits: Stockholm; Helsinki; Santa Claus
Village; Sami Village; North Cape - Midnight Sun and Polar
View; Honningsvag; Tromso; Trondheim; Copenhagen
Porterage in all hotels
Smaller, more personal group
Leger
Brochure Price in Black Travel 55 Discount Price
in Red Quote Travel 55 Ref: T5501 + Tour Code
Tel Leger Reservations
on 0845 458 5604
16 Days - Tour Ref 16NACV
May 24
£1583 £1425
June 7,
14, 21, 28
£1583 £1425
May 31
£1523 £1370
July 5
£1533 £1380
19 Days - Tour Ref 19NACV
May
26
£1824 £1642
June
9, 23
£1844 £1660
Prices
are per person, based on two sharing.
Extras • Optional excursions •
Single room
supplement £459 (16 days), £559 (19 days) Cabin upgrade: Outside
cabin £40, per cabin.• Travel insurance: Standard £42.95,
Gold Upgrade £5
On holidays where you
see the symbol above we will collect and drop you off at
home, for as little as £39.99 per car (up to 4 persons).
Available on holidays of 12 days or longer within a 20 miles
radius of our local joining points. Nearest joining point
supplements apply.
To
book or to check availability Contact Leger Holidays
0845 458 5604 Quote Travel 55 Ref T5501
plus Leger's Holiday Code
Please note - prices may change & will
be confirmed when you call to make a booking.
The discount will be applied accordingly to reflect the
price