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SHETLAND ISLANDS TO NORTHERN NORWAY TWELVE NIGHTS ABOARD HEBRIDEAN SKY with Williams Professor of Natural Science Emeritus Markes Johnson and Geosciences Research Associate Gudveig Baarli

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SUNSET IN ALESLUND, NORWAY

ÅLESUNDS H E T L A N D I S L A N D S T O N O R T H E R N N O R W A Y

T W E L V E N I G H T S A B O A R D H E B R I D E A N S K Y

with Williams Professor of Natural Science Emeritus Markes Johnson and Geosciences Research Associate Gudveig Baarli

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D E A R A L U M N I & F R I E N D S ,

Explore the magnificent landscapes, remote islands, ancient settlements and idyllic villages of Norway and northern Scotland, with Williams Professor of Natural Science Emeritus Markes Johnson and Geosciences Research Associate Gudveig Baarli, as our group cruises at the height of summer when sunlight extends late into the evening.

Much more than a cursory introduction, this varied and balanced itinerary takes us from Aberdeen to the Shetland Islands, then far up the Norwegian Coast above the Arctic Circle to Tromsø. The cruise is bookended with two days each in some of the region’s most remote and inaccessible island groups—Scotland’s Shetland Islands and Norway’s Lofoten Islands; both feature splendid wild landscapes as well as fascinating remains of ancient settlements.

In addition to the must-see fjord networks of Norway, we also call at Rosendal for live demonstrations of Norway’s traditional shipbuilding, embark on the dramatic Flåm Railway train, visit the lovely fjord capital of Bergen and explore its well-preserved Hanseatic wharf district, and take in the Art Nouveau architecture in the impossibly scenic port of Ålesund.

Throughout this special itinerary, there will be ample time to relax and enjoy the summer days in delightful towns and natural settings, as well as myriad opportunities to learn from our expert faculty study leaders through formal lectures and field commentary.

We hope you will consider joining this one-of-a-kind exploration through the Shetland Islands and Norway, offering a well-paced itinerary, excellent per day value, and elegant shipboard accommodations on the Hebridean Sky.

Leila Derstine Director of Intellectual Engagement Williams College Alumni Relations 413-597-4011 | [email protected] alumni.williams.edu/travel

SUNSET IN ALESLUND, NORWAY

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S T U D Y L E A D E R S

Professor Emeritus Markes Johnson taught courses in paleontology and historical geology at Williams College for 35 years before retirement in 2012. Since first meeting his geologist spouse Gudveig Baarli during a 1981-82 sabbatical in Norway, the couple has returned to Scandinavia most summers. They have served as hosts on previous alumni trips from Scotland to Norway, stopping in the Orkney and Shetland islands. This trip brings us well above the Arctic Circle to the enchanted shores of coastal islands and skerries, not to mention world-famous fjords. Lectures will focus on geological clues relating to the separation of Scotland and Scandinavia from North America and the birth of the modern Atlantic Ocean. But the mythology of trolls in the fanciful origin of Nordic islands also will be considered, as well as the colorful cultural history of the northlands belonging to the Ultima Thule. Topics will be drawn from Prof. Johnson’s pending book on “Islands in Deep Time.” Markes holds a 2011 Nelson Bushnell Prize from the College for excellence in scholarship and teaching.

Gudveig Baarli grew up in a small village north of Norway’s capital city, Oslo. Early on, she began collecting fossils from outcrops in her neighborhood and what began as a hobby developed into an advocation. She earned a Ph.D. in paleontology from the University of Oslo in 1988, and she is the author of the dual English / Norwegian language “Fossil Book” published in 2008 as a guidebook to southern Norway. Gudveig (pronounced like the “good way” but with a “v” instead of a “w”) makes at least one annual trip home to Norway and continues with independent research on Norway’s geology. She also is a font on knowledge about the history and culture of Norway.

Paul Bracken, Professor of Management and Political Science at Yale University, specializes in global business and international security and is a respected thought leader in global competition and the strategic application of technology in business and defense. He is a leading teacher in executive education, a consultant to Fortune 500 corporations and private equity funds, as well as to many parts of the U.S. Government, and is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations.

Professor Bracken’s courses at Yale include Strategy, Technology, and War; Technology and Global Strategy; and Problem Framing. His most recent book is The Second Nuclear Age. Other books have dealt with global business, political risk, national security and world order. Dr. Bracken has also written for The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Financial Times and Foreign Affairs to name a few. He is included in Princeton Review’s The Best 300 Professors in America. On this program, Professor Bracken will give lectures on such topics as UK unity and Brexit; politics and business in Northern Europe; and the future of the EU.

ADDITIONAL LECTURER

Scott Pearson, Professor Emeritus at Stanford’s Food Research Institute, teaching about the peoples of Scotland and Scandinavia—Celts, Anglo-Saxons, Vikings and the Sámi, as well as the German Hansa, and Norway’s economic rise from the 19th to the 21st centuries.

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ITINERARYFriday & Saturday, June 5 & 6

A B E R D E E N /

E M B A R K

H E B R I D E A N S K Y

Depart home on overnight flights to Aberdeen. Upon arrival on Saturday, relax before a Captain’s welcome reception and dinner. HEBRIDEAN SKY (R,D)

Sunday, June 7

F A I R I S L E ,

S H E T L A N D I S L A N D S

This morning we anchor off of Fair Isle, the most remote inhabited island in the UK, known for the intricate and distinctive knitting patterns which originate here, and also home to large breeding colonies of seabirds. The tiny population of 60 or so islanders extend us a warm welcome, walking with us on a 3-mile roundtrip hike to the newly refurbished bird observatory, and stopping at the community hall for a cup of tea and home-baked treats. Arrive this evening in Lerwick, and enjoy a folk performance by local musicians on board. HEBRIDEAN SKY (B,L,D)

Monday, June 8

L E R W I C K ,

S H E T L A N D I S L A N D S

From the Shetland capital, visit the extraordinary archaeological site of Jarlshof, embracing 4,000 years of near-continuous settlement, from Bronze Age stone houses and an Iron Age broch, to examples of Pictish art and the most extensive Viking remains left anywhere in the United Kingdom. After a local lunch, enjoy a free afternoon to explore the historic port of Lerwick, with time to wander through its narrow stone lanes as well as visit the excellent Shetland Museum, containing artifacts from shipwrecks and the whaling era. HEBRIDEAN SKY (B,L,D)

Tuesday, June 9

S T AVA N G E R ,

N O R W AY

After a morning of cruising, arrive this afternoon in Stavanger, once the port from which thousands emigrated to the U.S. and now the heart of Norway’s international oil industry. Choose between a guided hike up to the iconic Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock), or stay in Stavanger for a highlights tour of the city, including a visit to the landmark Norwegian Petroleum Museum. Enjoy leisure time in port in the early evening, with the option for an early dinner ashore, before the ship departs. HEBRIDEAN SKY (B,L,D)

Wednesday, June 10

R O S E N D A L &

H A R D A N G E R F J O R D

Arrive this morning in Hardangerfjord, the third largest fjord in the world. Dock in Rosendal, with a choice of full-day options: a scenic three-mile roundtrip walk to Bondhus Lake, along an enticing stream through idyllic birch forests carpeted with moss, before stopping for a local lunch, OR a journey by coach and ferry to the north side of the fjord for live demonstrations of Norway’s traditional shipbuilding techniques and a farm lunch at a bucolic fjordside fruit orchard. Both options will experience views of waterfalls and an arm of the Folgefonna glacier. HEBRIDEAN SKY (B,L,D)

Thursday, June 11

F L Å M ,

N Æ R Ø Y F J O R D

& S O G N E F J O R D

This morning embark on one of the most dramatic train rides in Europe. The Flåm Railway is only 12 miles long but a masterpiece of engineering. The train climbs up from sea level to 2,850 feet, crossing back and forth across rivers and through 20 tunnels.At the summit station of Myrdal, change to an ongoing local train to Voss, then travel by coach to the historic Stalheim Hotel for lunch and views out over the UNESCO World Heritage Nærøy Valley and

Shetland IslandsThough remote, Shetland is known for the outsized contributions of its ancient culture, including distinctive knits, fiddle music, and animal breeds. Delve into its well-preserved stone archaeology, and learn about its Viking heritage and persistent ties to Scandinavia—and to Scotland and beyond. All along the way, admire bracingly beautiful, rugged, open land- and seascapes, and the sea mammals, nesting birds, and other wildlife that share them.

NORTHERN GANNET

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Nærøyfjord. Drive down Norway’s steepest road, Stalheimskleivane, arriving at Gudvangen for a visit to the newly created Viking Valley, which brings to life the real history and culture of the Viking age. Early this evening, cruise out through the Nærøyfjord and then the Sognefjord, Norway’s longest and deepest fjord. At this time of year, with the long evenings, it is a perfect time to relax on deck after dinner and watch the world go by. HEBRIDEAN SKY (B,L,D)

Friday, June 12

B E R G E N

Over breakfast arrive in the lovely fjord capital of Bergen. Enjoy a walking tour of the historic waterfront merchant district, built in the Middle Ages by the Hanseatic League, and visit the lively fish market. After some free time for independent exploration, gather for afternoon visits to the Fantoft Stave Church—an excellent reconstruction of the original 12th-century church that burned down in 1992—and Troldhaugen, the former home of famous Norwegian composer, Edvard Grieg. A special highlight is a private, virtuoso piano recital of Grieg’s music in the turf-roofed concert hall that blends perfectly into the forested hillside overlooking the hut on the bay where he composed. HEBRIDEAN SKY (B,L,D)

Saturday, June 13

R U N D E & Å L E S U N D

Be on deck early this morning as we cruise by the bird cliffs at Runde, one of the largest nesting cliffs in Norway and home to half a million birds. More than 240 species have been observed here, including puffins, gannets, razorbills, and northern fulmar. Continue to Ålesund one of the most beautiful towns in Norway. Explore the harbor and streets with their Art Nouveau buildings, or the more active may like to take the 418 steps up Mount Aksla for panoramic views of the town center, archipelago, and Sunnmøre Alps. Return to the ship for lunch and an afternoon of cruising. HEBRIDEAN SKY (B,L,D)

Sunday, June 14

M O U N T

T O R G H A T T E N

This morning, one of the most famous landmarks on the Norwegian coast will come into view: Mount Torghatten, with the iconic natural hole ice-eroded right through it. After a beautiful drive from the port of Brønnøysund, there is an optional, fairly strenuous walk up to and through the enormous hole, with a pretty good chance of eagles, but gorgeous woods and views for sure. For those wishing a more easygoing morning, our naturalists will lead gentler walks along the emerald shore. Enjoy an afternoon of cruising, with the possibility of an expedition stop at one of the local islands, conditions permitting. Cross the Arctic Circle tonight and raise a glass to our first midnight sun. HEBRIDEAN SKY (B,L,D)

Monday, June 15

R E I N E ,

L O F O T E N I S L A N D S

Arrive this morning in the Lofoten Archipelago, an enchanting area of picturesque villages with jagged mountain peaks composed of some of the oldest rocks on earth, forming a dramatic backdrop. We will have two full days to explore the villages and see the life of these islands. Dock in Reine, revered as the most beautiful fishing village in Norway, for scenic drives and visits to two additional photogenic villages: Nusfjord, considered the best preserved, with its restored fishing cabins; and at the very southwestern tip, where the road ends, the tiny village of Å—fittingly, the last letter of the Norwegian alphabet—with an original trading post and excellent Norwegian Fishing Village Museum. HEBRIDEAN SKY (B,L,D)

Tuesday, June 16

S V O LVÆ R &

T R O L L F J O R D E N ,

L O F O T E N I S L A N D S

Dock this morning in Svolvær, a vital fishing town on the island of Austvågøya in the Lofoten

archipelago. Take a panoramic drive across Vestvågøy Island for a visit to the excellent Lofotr Viking Museum in Borg, a recreation of a Viking-era village on the site where archaeologists uncovered the remains of the largest house ever found from that period Explore the picturesque village of Henningsvær, with a wide range of handicrafts shops, galleries, a candle foundry and a glass-blower’s cabin. Enjoy time on deck as we sail through the narrow and steep-sided Trollfjorden, witnessing the birdlife, waterfalls and dramatic scenery. If we’re very lucky, we may spot seals and whales. HEBRIDEAN SKY (B,L,D)

Wednesday, June 17

T R O M S Ø

Arrive this morning in Tromsø, known as the “Gateway to the Arctic” in recognition of the numerous Arctic expeditions that originated here, with a beautiful setting on a forest-covered island linked to the mainland by a sweeping concrete bridge. Step inside the bold, modern Arctic Cathedral, built to resemble an iceberg and boasting the largest stained-glass window in Europe. Learn about the history, rich culture and long-standing traditions of the Sámi people at the Tromsø Museum, then take the Fjellheisen aerial tram up the mountain for panoramic views out over Tromsø and its surroundings. Gather this evening for a farewell reception and dinner on board. The ship remains docked in port overnight, and those who wish are invited to attend the special midnight concert in the Arctic Cathedral. HEBRIDEAN SKY (B,L,D)

Thursday, June 18

T R O M S Ø / H O M E

Disembark in Tromsø, and transfer to the Tromsø Airport for flights home. (B)

lofoten IslandsAlthough above the Arctic Circle, Lofoten is warmed by the Gulf Stream, attracting cod from the Barents Sea to spawn in winter. In summer, outdoor enthusiasts and artists from around the globe converge to draw inspiration from magnificent panoramas of gray mountain crags, exuberant greenery and wildflowers, infinite blues of sea and surf, and red and white fishing villages—all illuminated nightly by the rosy glow of the midnight sun.

CLOUDBERRIES

FISHING VILLAGE, LOFOTEN ISLANDS

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H E B R I D E A N S K Y

The all-suite Hebridean Sky is a spacious, yet intimate expedition vessel. After a major refurbishment in 2016, she now boasts beautifully designed public spaces that include a single-seating dining room, large lounge, elegant club and bar with piano, library and two outdoor seating areas. All suites have an ocean view and feature a sitting room, en suite bathroom, TV, spacious wardrobes, and dressing table. The Hebridean Sky’s fleet of Zodiacs is available to us for accessing remote shorelines and islands.

P R O G R A M R AT E S , P E R P E R S O N

G E N E R A L I N F O R M AT I O N

Program Rates Include Twelve nights aboard the Hebridean Sky • Meals as specified in the itinerary, including six lunches ashore • Comprehensive program of briefings, lectures and presentations • Group airport transfers on program arrival and departure days • Baggage handling • Gratuities to porters, waitstaff, guides, drivers, and shipboard personnel • Port charges • Entrance fees • Welcome and farewell cocktail receptions • House wine, beer, and soft drinks with all group lunches and dinners • Bottled water on motor coaches • Professional tour manager

What to Expect We consider this a moderately strenuous program that is at times physically demanding and busy. Daily excursions involve up to one mile of walking at a time, often on uneven terrain. Hiking options are available in many ports, with distances of up to three miles. In some instances, elevators are unavailable and stairs may not have handrails. You will need to climb into and out of Zodiacs for several excursions ashore—on at least five occasions, and there may be additional use of the Zodiacs to take advantage of opportunities that arise. All are dry landings, and there will be staff and crew members on hand to assist. Participants must be physically fit, active, and in good health.

Air Arrangements Valerie Wilson Travel, Inc., can help with airline arrangements for this trip and can be reached at 1 (877) 376-1754. You are also welcome to book your air transportation through your local travel agent, an online travel site, or the airline of your choice. PLEASE NOTE: U.S. domestic and international airfare is not included in the program rates.

A Note About Costs Tour costs are based upon current fuel prices, taxes, tariffs, and a minimum number of participants. While we will do everything possible to maintain the listed prices, they are subject to change. If there are significant changes, details and costs will be advised prior to departure.

Program Rates Do Not Include U.S. domestic and international airfare • Passport/visa expenses • Medical expenses and immunizations • Private transfers or airport transfers outside of group arrival and departure days • Travel insurance • Optional excursions or deviations from the scheduled tour • Excess baggage charges • Meals not specified in the itinerary; dishes and beverages not part of the included meals; liquor or soft drinks except as noted • Laundry or dry cleaning • Telephone, fax, Internet and email charges • Room service • Other items of a personal nature

Travel Insurance We strongly recommend the purchase of trip cancellation insurance, which is available for coverage of expenses in conjunction with cancellation due to illness or accident. Baggage insurance is also recommended. In the event that you must cancel your participation in a travel program, trip cancellation insurance may be the only source of reimbursement. Information about optional trip cancellation insurance will be provided by Williams Alumni Travel Study upon confirmation of your booking.

Group Size This program is limited to 96 participants.

CATEGORY DOUBLE SINGLE

A STANDARD SUITE FORWARD with portholes & queen or twin beds, 238 sq. ft.

$11,990 —

B STANDARD SUITE with portholes & queen or twin beds, 238 sq. ft.

$12,990 $19,490

C SUPERIOR SUITE with picture window & queen or twin beds, 241 sq. ft.

$14,990 $22,490

D PREMIUM SUITE with picture window & queen or twin beds, 221 sq. ft.

$15,990 —

ECORNER SUITE with forward & side-facing picture windows& queen or twin beds, 224 sq. ft.

$17,490 —

F DELUXE BALCONY SUITE 221 sq. ft., plus 40-sq.-ft. balcony

$18,990 —

G OWNER’S BALCONY SUITE 245 sq. ft., plus 83-sq.-ft. balcony

$19,990 —

H HEBRIDEAN SUITE 349 sq. ft. plus 101-sq.ft. balcony

$21,990 —

P ROGR A M RAT ES IN CLUDE All accommodations, meals, and excursions as specified in the itinerary • All excursions as specified in the itinerary • Entrance fees • F ull program of briefings, lectures, and presentations • Group airport transfers for all participants on group arrival and departure days • Baggage handling • Port fees and embarkation taxes •

and shipboard personnel • Welcome and farewell wine receptions • Bottled water on motor coaches • Minimal evacuation insurance • Complete packet of pre-departure information • Professional tour manager

WH AT T O E XPEC T We consider this program to be moderately active. Much of the touring is

done by motor coach and ship, but some excursions may require walks that range from one to three miles, and/or standing for long periods of time. Temperatures can range from 60° to 90° F, and rain is a strong possibility in the tropical and rainforest areas. Participants need to be able to climb into and out of Zodiacs for snorkeling activities and shore excursions, and while ashore, to walk unaided along beaches and sometimes on slippery trails. Excursions in San Jose, Panama City, and Cartagena involve walking, often on cobblestone streets. Participants should be physically fit, active, and in good health.

AIRF A RE Valerie Wilson Travel, Inc., can help with airline arrangements for this trip and can be reached at 877-376-1754. You are also welcome to book your air transportation through your local travel agent, an online travel site, or the airline of your choice. P lease note: U.S. domestic and international airfare is not included in the program rates. Round-trip economy-class airfare from New York to San Jose, Costa Rica, with return from Cartagena, Colombia, is approximately $690 per person as of May 2018 and is subject to change without notice.

Hebridean SkyThe all-suite Hebridean Sky (formerly the Sea E xplorer ) is known for

and camaraderie. During the ship’s most recent refurbishing, in 2016, a host of new amenities as well as state of the art stabilization, fuel

Wood and brass appointments throughout the vessel convey the feeling of a private yacht. Passenger suites are arranged over five decks; all have outside views, and on the Scott and Shackleton Decks have private balconies. Each of the 59 suites features a sitting area; en suite bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower; large wardrobes and excellent storage; mini-fridge; flat-screen TV; telephone; individual temperature controls; electronic safe; and hair dryer. In all but two suites, the beds can be configured as two twins or one queen (suites 601 and 602 have fixed queen beds). Meals are served at a single seating and feature local produce, the daily catch, and local specialties whenever possible. An elevator serves all passenger decks, and medical services are available 24 hours a day. O ther amenities include Wi- F i access in the library, public areas, and all suites; complimentary Internet access on computers in the library; a panoramic top-deck observation platform; and a bar/lounge.

PROGRAM RATES, PER PERSONCATEGORY/DECK DOUBLE SINGLE

AAMUNDSEN DECK Standard Suites forward $7,990 —

Approx. 238 sq. ft., 2, 3, or 4 large portholes

BAMUNDSEN DECK Standard Suites $9,490 $14,290

Approx. 238 sq. ft., 2, 3, or 4 large portholes

CBYRD DECK Superior Suites $10,990 $16,490Approx. 241 sq. ft., large window

DMAWSON DECK Premium Suites $11,990 —Approx. 221 sq. ft., two windows

EMAWSON DECK Corner Suites $12,990 —Approx. 224 sq. ft., two windows

FSCOTT DECK Deluxe Balcony Suites $13,990 —Approx. 221 sq. ft., sliding glass door

GSHACKLETON DECK Owner’s Balcony Suites $14,990 —Approx. 245 sq. ft., sliding glass door

HSHACKLETON DECK Hebridean Suite $15,990 —Approx. 349 sq. ft., sliding glass door

Lido Deck

Bridge

Library

The Club

Lounge

Restaurant

Hospital

Reception

Entrance Hall

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LIFT

LIFT

LIFT

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STAIRS

STAIRS

STAIRS

Balconies

Deluxe Balcony Suites

Open Deck

ChiefEngineer Captain

StaffCabin

StaffCabin

CoffeeStation

Promenade deck

Promenade deck

Promenade deck

Promenade deck

Publicbathrooms

STAIRS

Purser’sOffice

CruiseDirectorCruise

office

Doctor

Off icer ’sQuarters

Galley

Columbus Deck

Marco Polo Deck

Magellan Deck

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SHACKLETON DECK

SCOTT DECK

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AMUNDSEN DECK

LIDO

THECLUB

LOUNGE

RESTAURANT

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T E R M S & C O N D I T I O N S

Complete Terms and Conditions including Statement of Responsibility will be made available to you at time of registration, or in advance upon request. A signed “Terms & Conditions, Release from Liability, Assumption of Risk and Binding Arbitration Clause” is required from each applicant prior to participation on the tour.

Reservations & Payments To reserve a place, please complete and return this form with your deposit of $1,000 per person, payable to Criterion Travel, to: Criterion Travel, 165 Jessie Street, Suite 4, San Francisco, CA 94105. For more information or to reserve by phone, please call (888) 328-2089 or (650) 328-2089; or email [email protected]. You may also fax the completed reservation form to (650) 560-6400. Final payment deadline is February 5, 2020. For those who register after Wednesday, February 5, 2020, full payment is due upon registration.

Cancellations & Refunds Upon payment of the $1,000 per person deposit, all reservations are subject to the cancellation provisions set forth below and by which the passenger agrees to be bound. Cancellations shall not be in effect until they are received in writing and confirmed by Criterion Travel. Deposits are refundable (less a $250 per person administration fee) if written notice of cancellation is received within 30 days of reservation; after that, deposits are 100% non-refundable. Cancellations after final payment deadline of Wednesday, February 5, 2020: All payments are 100% non-refundable, regardless of booking date. Trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended. Note: The President and Trustees of Williams College, as sponsor, nor Criterion Travel, the tour operator, accepts liability for any airline cancellation penalties incurred with the purchase of nonrefundable tickets.

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PHOTO CREDITS (FROM DREAMSTIME.COM) COVER: Old Viking Boat © Tomas Marek; Ancient Viking Ship Fragment © Konstanin Kirillov; Jarlshof © Marcin Kadziolka; Alesund © Andrey Armyagov; Northern Gannet © Alexander Chashchin; Fishing Village, Lofoten Islands © Hellen8; Shetland Lighthouse © Marc-andré Le Tourneux (FROM 123RF.COM) Lofoten Islands © Iakov Kalinin; Sunset in Alesund, Norway © divbrova; (FROM VISITNORWAY.COM) Cloudberries © Christian Roth Christensen / Innovation Norway

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HIGHLIGHTSD E L I G H T in the long days of summer in the Land of the Midnight Sun, when temperatures are mild and the countryside is carpeted in flowers.

D I S C O V E R Scotland’s remote Shetland Islands over two days, visiting not just Mainland with its town of Lerwick and remarkable archaeological site of Jarlshof, but also tiny Fair Isle.

E X P L O R E the dramatic and beautiful landscapes of the Sognefjord, Norway’s longest and deepest fjord, including its most dramatic and narrow arm, UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord, and the renowned Flåm railway.

M E E T local Shetlander musicians during a performance on board, and delight in a memorable private piano recital of Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg’s music at his former estate, nestled on a hillside by a bay just south of Bergen. LOFOTEN ISLANDS

ANCIENT VIKING SHIP FRAGMENT JARLSHOF