Welcome to the most beautiful island kingdom in the world, Lofoten! M/S Sjøveien is ready to explore the coast of Northern Norway starting from Svolvær, the capital of Lofoten. In this picturesque fishing village there are many historical and cultural places to visit. If you only have a few hours before departure we recommend a walk along the quay and lunch with the splendid views from the jetty. If you want to experience more of Lofoten, tours and excursions can be arranged in advance.

M/S Sjøveien is docked at the Brekken pier next to Magic Ice and Vestfjord hotel, a few hundred meters south of the Hurtigrute quay. Check in from 18:00 and departure at 20:00. From Svolvær we are heading north, taking a leisurely sail into the Austnesfjord, to the heart of all classic routes in Lofoten where we anchor up for the night. Dinner from Arctic Adventure Cuisine is served at 20:30 and information - and guide meeting begins at 22:00. Get a good night's sleep before tomorrow's ski touring adventures!

First day of skiing! Breakfast is served from 06:30. In Lofoten and Austnesfjorden we use tenders to ferry guests to the base of various mountains. Alternative route options include Kvittind, Sauetind, Pilan, Torskmannen or other suitable mountains in the area. There are many possibilities and the days weather, conditions and group ability determine the chosen route.

The first day we plan trips with a difficulty level 3-4 on our scale up to 5. The ski touring hikes take 4-5 hours and are approx. 5-700 vertical metres in elevation. For those who want longer hikes and a faster pace, we can organise this. Independent excursions such as kayaking, fishing, sea eagle safaris, "vær-vandring" in Henningsvær or gallery visits to Lofotens Hus gallery og Kaviar Factory gallery can be arranged.

After a long day you can test the temperature in the fjord with a quick dip, or go straight to apres-ski and enjoy the great social atmosphere on board before dinner at 19:00. At 16:00 we sail from Lofoten setting a course north towards Andørja, dropping anchor before midnight. Ready for a new day of skiing!

We anchor in a fantastic fjord, observing the mountains we will climb later. Take the first coffee of the day on the deck and enjoy the view! Breakfast starts from 06:30. This is the day we'll explore the mountains of Andørja and Rolla. Andørja is Northern Europe's most mountainous island with more than ten peaks over 1000 metres, giving a wide array of ski touring possibilities.

We'll arrange trips with a difficulty level of 3-4 on our scale up to 5. The tours take 4-5 hours, and are approx. 6-700 vertical metres in elevation. If anyone in the group wants a longer hike, we suggest that one or more groups walk for 5+ hours, up to approx. 8-900 metres altitude. This gives a combined hike up two or more mountain peaks, with a difficulty level of 4 on our scale up to 5.

After the tour we return to our floating lodge and enjoy apres-ski with a local snack before dinner at 19:00.

During the afternoon we set sail to the north and, if we are lucky, get to experience the northern Lights. We drop anchor off Kvaløya just before midnight.

Breakfast is served from 06:30. Today's tours are organised based on the current weather and snow conditions. Our guides tailor make tours, dependent upon ability, for new beginners through to highly experienced skiers.

We'll arrange trips with a difficulty level of 3-4 on our scale up to 5. The tours take 4-5 hours, and are approx. 6-700 vertical metres in elevation. If anyone in the group wants a longer trip, we suggest that one group walks for 5-6 hours, with a difficulty level of 4-5 on our scale up to 5.

After a long day, you can test the temperature in the fjord with a quick dip. Alternatively go straight for after-ski and enjoy a local snack along with the good atmosphere onboard before dinner at 19:00. At 16:00 we sail south and arrive in Kvaløya at approx. 23:00. With luck, we'll experience the Northern Lights on the journey!

Your final day starts in spectacular fashion with a ski tour on Kvaløya. The guides organise tours that are right for you based on the day's weather and conditions. We take tenders to the shore, and immediately begin the summit treks from the shoreline.

We'll arrange trips with a difficulty level of 3-4 on our scale up to 5. The trips take approx. 3- 4 hours, and are approx. 700 vertical metres in height.

You'll check out from the ship in the morning before we land ashore, leaving the luggage that will be transported straight to the airport. After the tours guests are taken directly to the airport, arriving at 15:00. The luggage shipped earlier will be made available.

If you are tired and a little achy it is possible to explore Tromsø, go dog sledding or take in other sights in the surrounding area. If you have the energy to stay with us for a few extra days of adventure and treks, we'll arrange this in the area around Tromsø or Lyngen.

On arrivals day M/S Sjøveien is moored at the Brekken quay next to Magic Ice and Vestfjord hotel, only some hundred metres south of the Hurtigruten quay in Svolvær, with check-in from 16:00 and sailing departure 19:30. There are various travel options to Lofoten: 1. Direct flights from Oslo to Svolvær with Widerøe (one departure a day) 2. Fly with SAS/ Norwegian and Widerøe via Bodø to Svolvær. 3. Fly to Harstad/Narvik airport, Evenes and take the airport bus to Svolvær (approx. 3 hours). 4. Fly with SAS/ Norwegian and Widerøe via Bodø to Leknes and take the local bus to Svolvær (approx. 1 hour).

Book as early as possible to ensure you get the flights you want at the best prices. The Norwegian Adventure Company crew will be at the airport in Svolvær to welcome you on all incoming flights. A private bus then takes you to the ship, which is located 15 minutes away in Svolvær. Check Wideroe.no for flights from Oslo to Svolvær.

Sunday is arrivals day M/S Sjøveien is moored at the old Hurtigruten quay by the Scandic Ishavs Hotel in the centre of Tromsø. Check-in is from 15:00 and sailing departure is at 16:30.

There are direct flights from Oslo with SAS and Norwegian. Book as early as possible to ensure you get the flights you want at the best prices.

Guests take either an airport bus or taxi to the harbour which only takes 15 minutes. You get off at the bus stop at the Scandic Ishavs Hotel and the ship is just 200 metres from the hotel. Check Wideroe.no for all flights from Oslo til Tromsø.