Copyright Trond Gansmoe Johnse, Hurtigruten
Hurtigruten has announced a new concept
on-board MS Lofoten from April 2015. Launched in 1964, the
ship’s characteristics will be accentuated throughout her voyages,
offering passengers nostalgic maritime experiences such as fishing from
the ship, bridge tournaments, afternoon teas and a more traditional dining
experience including a four-course dinner based on the menus of the 1960s.
This small ship can navigate waters larger vessels can’t - bringing her passengers closer to the action
and closer to the scenery. While the ship will operate on the traditional
coastal voyage from Bergen to Kirkenes and back, Hurtigruten are currently
working on a number of new diversions and ports of call to add to the experience
from April 2015.
Nearly 30 excursions are available with
further exclusive activities offered. Passengers will be
given the opportunity to fish directly from the deck, or set pots to entice the
fascinating king crab and retireve the catch on the return journey. The catch of
the day will be prepared and served to the lucky fishermen at the next meal. In
the evenings, all those fisherman’s tales gathered during the day, can be
recounted over a game of bridge and a (complimentary) glass of sherry in the
vintage lounge before dinner. Afternoon teas and quiz evenings will also be part
of the new on-board experience.
Prices for 12 day Classic Round Voyage
costs from £1,197 per person on full board basis, departing on 15 April 2015.
Flights cost from £330 return. Other duration voyages are also
available.
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