The Gulf of Bothnia, at the Gateway to the Arctic
Route Map
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Kemi
Finland
Float across frozen Arctic waters and dive into an icy sauna after swimming in the world's northernmost ice hotel.
Arrive
2026-12-30 00:00:00
Depart
2026-12-30 23:59:00
Day 2
Kemi
Finland
Float across frozen Arctic waters and dive into an icy sauna after swimming in the world's northernmost ice hotel.
Arrive
2026-12-31 00:00:00
Day 3
Oulu
Finland
Watch the Northern Lights dance across Arctic skies while soaking in traditional Finnish saunas under the winter stars.
Arrive
2027-01-01 00:00:00
Day 4
Luleå
Sweden
Chase the ethereal Northern Lights dancing across Arctic skies while soaking in naturally heated ice hotel hot tubs.
Arrive
2027-01-02 00:00:00
Day 5
🌊 At Sea
Day 6
Rauma
Norway
Wander charming wooden streets lined with colorful buildings in one of Northern Europe's best-preserved medieval towns.
Arrive
2027-01-04 00:00:00
Day 7
Stockholm
Sweden
Glide through the enchanting Stockholm archipelago's 30,000 islands and discover centuries-old palaces nestled amid crystalline waterways.
Arrive
2027-01-05 00:00:00
Day 8
🌊 At Sea
Day 9
Helsinki
Finland
Explore the stunning white Neo-Renaissance architecture and charming island character of Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage gem just minutes from port.
Arrive
2027-01-07 07:00:00
About This Cruise
<p>It’s raining stars in our bed. This sensitive evocation of the Arctic night, which is the title of Scandinavian poetry collection, invites us to the best seats in the house to watch the union between the vault of heaven and the earth’s crust, beneath a multitude of stars. In the delicious comfort of Le Commandant Charcot, experience winter at the gateway to the Arctic, admire the spectacle of the Gulf of Bothnia, between enchanted landscapes and traditions, and from the Stockholm Archipelago discover a magical world in half-light. Experience the period of Kaamos, the polar night, during which luminosity is reduced to a twilight of 4 to 5 hours per day, representing everyday life for the local population <p></p>The itinerary may be altered based on port approvals and to comply with applicable government regulations Please also note that the sailing programme, shore visits and activities cannot be guaranteed, as they are subject to weather conditions.<p></p>*The land-based activities and excursions can be conducted in English with a translator if required.</p>
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