Group Size: Up to 114 participants across all sponsors
Price: Starting from $8,990 per person, double occupancy
Co-sponsored with: Archaeological Institute of America, Cornell’s Adult University, National Trust Tours, Colorado College
Trip Overview
Join an exploration of the landscapes, remote islands, ancient settlements, and villages of Norway and northern Scotland, cruising during the peak of spring with bright green scenery, blooming flowers, and waterfalls in the fjords from melting snow.
This itinerary, from Inverness to the Orkney Islands and along the Norwegian Coast above the Arctic Circle, combines natural wonders with historical and cultural highlights. Special features include time in Scotland’s Orkney Islands and Norway’s Lofoten Islands, both showcasing wild landscapes, ancient settlements, and opportunities for bird and whale watching. The program also offers several days inside Norway's iconic fjords, including the Sognefjord and UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord. Step ashore at picturesque fjord-side towns and fishing villages, including Ålesund, Brønnøysund, and tiny villages on the Lofoten Islands, all of which have inspired artists and photographers for over a century. Cruise for eight nights aboard the newly renovated Exploris One, offering 72 suites with breathtaking ocean views. Onboard, enjoy a sauna, steam bath, outdoor Jacuzzis, and regional cuisine, along with complimentary beverages, Wi-Fi, and exceptional service.
Schedule by Day
Pricing
Category | Double Occupancy, Per Person | Single Occupancy |
|---|---|---|
| Premium Stateroom, Deck 3 | $8,990 | $13,900 |
| Ocean Stateroom, Deck 3 | $9,990 | $15,990 |
| Superior Stateroom, Deck 4 | $10,990 | Inquire |
| Deluxe Stateroom, Deck 4 | $11,990 | Inquire |
| Balcony Stateroom, Deck 5 | $13,490 | Inquire |
| Navigator Suite, Deck 7 | $14,990 | Inquire |
| Discovery Suite, Deck 5 | $16,990 | Inquire |
| Grand Suite, Deck 7 | $18,490 | Inquire |
| Owner's Suite, Deck 7 | $19,990 | Inquire |
Accommodations
- One night at Dornoch Station
- Eight nights aboard Exploris One
Extensions
Optional Pre-Voyage Extension: Edinburgh & the Scottish Highlands, May 27 - 31, 2026
Fly from home to Edinburgh, Scotland. Over the coming days, explore the highlights of Edinburgh and the Scottish Highlands, including Edinburgh Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, a visit to Urquhart Castle, and a private tasting and tour at a top malt whisky distillery. Take time to relax at Dornoch Station and, if desired, enjoy a round at the historic Royal Dornoch Golf Club—advance tee time reservations are strongly recommended. Additional details and rates will be provided to confirmed participants.
Optional Post-Voyage Extension: Art & Gardens of Oslo, June 9 - 12, 2026
After exploring Bodø, fly to Oslo for a three-night stay at the elegant and historic Grand Hotel, opened in 1874, and for over 140 years the host to international guests, world leaders, celebrities and the Nobel Peace Prize laureates. Highlights include the Vigeland Sculpture Park, the world’s largest sculpture park created by a single artist, Gustav Vigeland, featuring more than 200 of his works in bronze, granite, and wrought iron; and the Fram Museum of Polar Exploration, which artfully narrates the story of Norwegian polar exploration. Additional details and rates will be provided to confirmed participants.
What to Expect
To make the most of what this expedition has to offer, the trip will be active, requiring you to be in good health and physical condition and able to keep up with the group without assistance from tour staff. The schedule will include long days, with some early departures, and activities scheduled throughout the day and into the evening. Daily activities can involve up to three miles of walking, often over cobblestones; elevators may not be available and stairs may not have handrails. You will need to climb into and out of Zodiacs for several excursions ashore—and there may be additional use of the Zodiacs to take advantage of opportunities that arise. Participants should be fit and in active good health. Limited medical facilities are available on board Exploris One. The degree of difficulty will be described in daily briefings, and all activities are optional, so each traveler may choose the activity level that best suits his or her ability.
