Group Size: 65 - 96 participants across all sponsors
Price: Starting from $10,990 per person, double occupancy
Co-sponsored with: Archaeological Institute of America, Princeton Journeys, World Affairs Council, and additional sponsors to be named
Trip Overview
Join an exploration of Norway’s magnificent landscapes, ancient settlements, and idyllic villages, cruising during the season of the Midnight Sun, when long northern days illuminate snowcapped peaks, glittering glaciers, cascading waterfalls, and fjords framed by bright green valleys. Beginning with an overnight stay in historic Aberdeen, this varied itinerary traces the pathways of Vikings and early settlers, combining the wonders of the natural world with the historical and cultural highlights of Norway’s dramatic coastline.
Among the special features of this itinerary is time spent in remote and historically significant island settings, beginning with the Shetland Islands, where prehistoric remains and Norse heritage endure at remarkable sites such as Jarlshof. Sailing onward along Norway’s coast, spend several days within some of the country’s most celebrated fjords, including Sognefjord, Hardangerfjord, and Lysefjorden, where sheer cliffs rise beneath Preikestolen.
Step ashore at peaceful fjord-side towns and villages including Ålesund, explore valleys and farms in Sunnfjord, and visit Rosendal and Loen, where glacier landscapes, serene lakes, and mountain views reveal the grandeur of western Norway. Throughout the voyage, uncover layers of Scandinavian history, from Viking remains and ancient churches to traditional communities shaped by sea and mountain landscapes.
Delight in ten nights aboard the elegant Hebridean Sky, privately chartered for this voyage and ideally suited to navigating Norway’s coastal waters in comfort, with spacious suites, inviting public spaces, and attentive service throughout.
Schedule by Day
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Pricing
More information on the cabin categories can be found on the ship webpage here.
Cabin Category | Double Occupancy | Single Occupancy |
|---|---|---|
Category A, Standard Suite (forward) | $10,990 per person | $17,590 |
Category B, Standard Suite | $11,990 per person | $19,190 |
Category C, Superior Suite | $13,990 per person | $22,390 |
Category D, Premium Suite | $15,990 per person | Inquire |
Category E, Corner Suite | $17,490 per person | Inquire |
Category F, Deluxe Balcony Suite | $18,990 per person | Inquire |
Category G, Owner's Balcony Suite | $20,490 per person | Inquire |
Category H, Hebridean Balcony Suite | $22,490 per person | Inquire |
To reserve a space on this program, a $2,000 deposit is required per person. Final payment is due 120 days before departure (March 1, 2027) payable by check, wire transfer, or credit card (credit card payments will incur a processing fee of 2%). Participants will receive an invoice directly from the tour operator, Criterion Travel for all subsequent payments after the initial deposit.
Notification of cancellation must be received in writing by HAA from the participant. Cancellations received within 14 days of booking are eligible for a full refund, provided that initial deposits were made 121 days or more prior to departure. After 14 days, $1,000 per person becomes non-refundable.
The program terms and conditions can be found here and must be acknowledged upon registration.
Accommodations
- One night at Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel and Spa
- Ten nights aboard Hebridean Sky
Optional Pre-Tour Extension: Scottish Highlands
June 26 - 30, 2027
Spend three nights in historic Inverness at a 4-star hotel dating back to 1785. Cruise the legendary Loch Ness, explore Urquhart Castle, and tour a top malt whisky distillery. Wander through an estate hailed by David Attenborough as “one of the glories of wild Scotland,” and stroll the grounds of Balmoral Castle, home of the Royal Family since the 1800s. Adventure and history await around every corner.
Overnight: Kingsmills Hotel in Inverness (three nights)
Meals: 3B, 1L, 1R, 2D
- $3,590 per person, double occupancy
- $4,780 single occupancy
Optional Post-Tour Extension: Art & Archaeology in Oslo
July 11 - 14, 2027
After disembarking from the Hebridean Sky, explore Norway’s capital city of Oslo for three nights, staying at the elegant and historic Grand Hotel, opened in 1874, and for over 140 years the host to international guests, world leaders, celebrities, and Nobel Peace Prize laureates. Highlights include Vigeland Sculpture Park, Norsk Folkemuseum, and the Fram Museum of Polar Exploration.
Overnight: Grand Hotel (three nights)
Meals: 3B, 2L, 2D
- $2,990 per person, double occupancy
- $3,785 single occupancy
The opportunity to register for the extension will be provided directly from the tour operator following the participants confirmation on the program
What to Expect
This is a moderately strenuous program, at times physically demanding and busy, with considerable walking at some sites over cobblestone, hills, and uneven terrain. Hiking options are available in some 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—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 Hebridean Sky. All participants will be required to follow safety protocols set forth by Criterion Travel, local staff, and host country laws.
