Shoreham and Southwick u3a invites you to join us on this 8 night ocean cruise on board Ambience exploring the many delights of the beautiful Norwegian Fjords departing London Tilbury on the 14th July 2024
Experience the fascinating history of Norway’s Haugesund, regarded as the home of the Viking kings, before sailing up the coast towards the UNESCO-protected Geirangerfjord. The charming village of Olden gives way to the blue expanse of the Nordfjord, deemed one of the most beautiful spots in the country.
Nestled between tall mountains, Flam is the gateway to the Aurlandsfjord, where you’ll never be short of postcard-esque views. A scenic sail to Bergen, brings you to a city full of character.
What’s included:
What’s not included: optional excursions and any purchases from the on-board shop, spa or whilst ashore
14/07/24
London Tilbury
15/07/24
At sea
16/07/24
Haugesund
Haugesund is a small town steeped in viking history.
18/07/24
Olden, cruise Nordfjord
Olden is located close to the Jostedal Glacier — the largest glacial area in continental Europe. Measuring a mammoth 100km (63miles) long and 15km (9.3miles) wide, the ice cap sends great ice fingers into the valley below. The whole glacial area is known as Jostedalsbreen National Park.
20/07/24
Bergen
Now Norway’s second largest city after Oslo. Bergen is home to a population of over 280,000 inhabitants. Being the ‘fjord capital of Norway’, Bergen attracts visitors, not just for its own sake but as a starting point for the exploration of Norway’s most spectacular scenery.
19/07/24
Flam, cruise Sognefjord & Aurlandsfjord
The beautiful and tiny village of Flam is situated in the innermost part of the Aurlandsfjord, a tributary of the Songnesfjord. This is one of the world’s longest fjords. It is also home to the world famous Flam Moutain Railway.
21/07/24
At sea
22/07/24
London Tilbury
17/07/24
Geiranger, cruise Geirangerfjord (landing by tender)
Considered by many to be the most beautiful fjord in the world, the Geiranger Fjord is home to some of the most spectacular scenery in the world, and has been named the best travel destination in Scandinavia by Lonely Planet. It is also on the UNESCO World Heritage List of preserved areas.
This holiday has been arranged on behalf of members of the Shoreham and Southwick u3a group by Martin Hay from GoCruise and Travel (ABTA J5035) in association with Ambassador Cruise Line. Martin is a national award-winning independent ocean, river expedition and group cruise specialist.
A limited number of cabins in each of the above categories have been set aside for the group and are offered on a first come, first served basis.
IMPORTANT: the “Ambassador Fares” shown above which include both pre-paid gratuities and a comprehensive drinks package are set to increase on September 1st 2023. Any guests who confirm their booking before then will avoid this increase, saving them £41.59 per person.
Ambassador Cruise Lines require a non-refundable 10% deposit in order to confirm any booking. Ambassador Cruise Line operates an independently managed Trust Fund arrangement whereby all monies paid are protected on behalf of guests at all times.
Full operator terms and conditions apply. Pricing quoted is per person based on 2 adults sharing (except where shown otherwise). Offer is subject to availability or change and can be withdrawn at any time. E&OE.