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Nordic Splendor: A Coastal Adventure in Norway - 2023

Your 13-night journey includes: 11-night expedition cruise to Ålesund, Molde, Trondheim, Tromsø, Hammerfest, Havøysund, Honningsvåg, Kjøllefjord, Kirkenes, Vardø, Hammerfest, Skjervøy, Vesterålen Islands, Svolvær, Brønnøysund, Trondheim; 2 nights at a Deluxe hotel in Bergen (1 pre- and 1 post-cruise)
  • Coastal sailing, fjords, Norway, Scandinavia
    SAVOR RUGGED PEAKS AND VAST SKIES AS YOU CRUISE ABOARD YOUR HURTIGRUTEN EXPEDITION SHIP
  • UNESCO-listed Bryggen Wharf, Bergen, Norway
    TOUR BERGEN AND BRYGGEN WHARF — A UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE
  • Old Bridge, Trondheim, Norway, Europe
    EXPERIENCE TRONDHEIM, A LIVELY UNIVERSITY TOWN OF COLORFUL BUILDINGS
  • Alesund fjord, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe
    EXPLORE THE COBBLED STREETS AND COLORFUL ARCHITECTURE OF ÅLESUND
  • Helsinki Finland
    ROUND OUT THIS REMARKABLE JOURNEY WITH AN EXTENSION TO HELSINKI, FINLAND
DATES & PRICES
  • All FREE Single Supplements Are Sold Out
  • All Reduced Single Supplements Are Sold Out
TRIP WITHOUT AIR
FROM $
or DAYS FROM $
Moderate Deluxe
LEADER IN SOLO WOMEN
FREE Solo Space
Solo Friendly Supplements
FLY FOR FREE
Save up to $3,598 per couple with FREE international air on select departures.
EXTEND YOUR JOURNEY
Further immerse yourself by adding a extension to your journey
 
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Voyage through the Norwegian Fjords

Witness Norway’s incredible coastal beauty on a ship designed to voyage through the Norway's fjords. No matter what time of year you go, your journey to Norway will reveal stunning landscapes as you experience the contrasts between the northern and southern regions of the country. 

Bergen: Norway's Historic Port City

Bergen has it all: beautiful architecture, rich history, and stunning natural beauty. This Norwegian port city is a highlight of any visit to Scandinavia.

Tour of Ålesund

Take a walking tour of Ålesund, which was completely rebuilt in the art nouveau style following a 1904 fire.

Tour of Trondheim

Embark on a walking tour of medieval Trondheim, Norway's historic and religious capital.


Norway's Spring Awakening

Experience three seasons on a single cruise during April and May departures of our grand Norwegian coastal voyage. In Bergen and the surrounding area you will see the signs of spring, while further north snow still covers much of the land.


Norwegian Summer & the Midnight Sun

Norway’s mountains trade their snowy veils for green while fields burst into bloom under the radiant midnight sun, which you can enjoy on June through August departures.

OPTIONAL EXTENSION TO Helsinki, Finland

Whether you’re viewing Helsinki’s 1852 cathedral, crossing one of its many parks or squares, or seeing yourself reflected in the glass of a brand-new building, you'll find that there’s an appealing orderliness and grace to this northern capital.

Karin Jans, Adventure Leader, Norway

Karin is a lifelong learner, interested in music, art, Scandinavian architecture, and the Italian language. Although she has traveled extensively in the Far East, South America, the United States, and Europe, Karin — a self-described people-person — loves passing along her knowledge of Scandinavia. Educated in Sweden, Karin graduated from the teacher’s college in Malmö and completed training with Scandinavian Airlines to be a flight attendant. She became a licensed tour guide after graduating from Roskilde University in Denmark.

Clarion Collection Hotel Havnekontoret

The Superior First Class Clarion Collection® Hotel Havnekontoret is ideally located in Bergen, making it easy to explore the city and its many attractions. Situated in the historic facilities of the old harbor control office, this boutique hotel is the perfect hideaway near Bryggen, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This Bergen hotel takes pride in giving services with a personal touch to help you feel at home during your visit to this stunning Norwegian city.

Adventure Highlight: Ocean Explorer

Cruise on the Ocean Explorer, an agile and state-of-the-art expedition vessel that can navigate to places larger ships can’t
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Solo Travel with Vantage

You can count on the best value in the industry when you travel solo with Vantage, beginning with one free Single Supplement on each departure of most Small Ship Cruises and Escorted Land Tours. We also offer among the lowest Single Supplements available. And you’ll enjoy single-occupancy staterooms on our fleet of deluxe river ships.

Vantage's Referral Program

Do you have friends who love to travel as much as you do? Why not be rewarded for sharing your love of travel? That's the philosophy behind Vantage's newly enhanced Referral Program, where you can earn up to $8,200 in your choice of cash and free travel rewards for every eight friends you refer!

Vantage Deluxe Travel Air Upgrades

Upgrade your flight category to First Class, Business Class, or Premium Economy, and you’ll start your trip off right. That’s because you’ll arrive refreshed, unfrazzled, and ready to go. Even better, you’ll be able to take advantage of our contract prices, meaning big savings and no service fees.

Travel Protection Plan

When you’re ready to travel to the places you love, there’s a way to plan with more peace of mind. From medical emergencies to travel delays and beyond, the Travel Protection Plan gives you the added security to discover the world without worrying about the unexpected.

SmartPay Discount Plan

Optional pre-trip extensions. Exclusive optional tours. Upgraded business class seats. These things can be yours — virtually for free — when you use SmartPay to pay for your trip in advance. That’s because you can save an average of up to $600 per person — a full 10% — when you reserve your trip and pay in full 12 months or more prior to your journey!

Group Program - Travel for FREE

Earn a FREE trip with every 10 paying travelers you bring with you!

Small Ship Discoveries

In Antarctica, Asia, Europe, or South America, our small ships are your portal to unforgettable exploration. Travel through Southeast Asia on the Irrawaddy or Mekong rivers; explore the Mediterranean, Adriatic, and Aegean seas on board a private yacht; or venture through the fjords of Norway and Chile, along the Amazon River, among the Galapagos Islands, or to distant Antarctica

The World of Vantage

Discover the world with — at the best values available today — for worldwide river cruises, small ship discoveries, and escorted land tours for small groups

BEST VALUE IN DELUXE TRAVEL — GUARANTEED!

We invite you to compare & save. We buy direct, sell direct, and pass the savings on to you.

Vantage Leading Competitor Vantage Advantage
Journey Nordic Splendor: A Coastal Adventure in Norway Nordic Coastal Voyage: Norway, Finland, & The Arctic Circle Greatest value and most comprehensive features when compared to our competitors!
 Departure Comparison Jul, Sep, Dec Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Per Diem $393 $373
Included Tours and Special Features 17 included features and Cultural Discoveries


Complimentary services of a Vantage Deluxe Concierge to assist with all your personal requests before and during your adventure

20 guided tours (with personal headset) and cultural experiences.


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More included tours and cultural experiences offered!
 Vessel Size  Kong Harald Boat  400 to 1,000 pax  Our ships are smaller, more intimate, and have an industry-leading number of solo-ready cabins, as well as a fantastic crew-to-passenger ratio.
Accommodations in hotels  On each journey that we offer with Vantage, your hotel accommodations will be included in the total price of your cruise.  Not specified on webpage  We choose all of our partner hotels with comfort and luxury in mind, and will let you know ahead of time which hotel you’ll be staying in at each port. 
 Air Inclusive Price* $5,899   $5,595
 # of Days 15  15
Meals 37 meals: 13 breakfasts, 11 lunches, and 13 dinners (coffee, water, and tea are included with meals on board)
Meals included The MOST included meals
Single Travelers Free singles on every departure, value of $7,599*
Low Cost Single Supplement
The leader in solo travel - best value in the industry.
Extend Your Trip
Pre: Helsinki  4 days from $850 ($213 per day)
Post: Olso 4 days from $2,299 ($575 per day)
Sweden Pre  3 nights from $1,195 ($339 per day)
Denmark 4 nights from $1,295 ($233 per day)
Extend your journey and get more value for your dollar.
 Air Promotion Up to Free Air on 2023 departures** Includes Airfare Best airfare and exclusive air upgrades. 
Up to Free Business Class or Premium Economy Airfare Upgrade on select cabins 
10 Ways to Save *Referral Rewards [$200 per referred traveler after 2 referrals]

*Buy direct & save [savings for the traveler]

*SmartPay [pay in full 12 months in advance to save 10%]

*Preferred Traveler Rewards [earn 5% of purchase price toward future trips]

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Vantage offers the best value in Deluxe travel and the most ways to save.

Comparison date as of 3/16/23
* Subject to availability
** Not including $120 transfer fee
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