Norwegian Fjords Luxury All-Gay Cruise 2023

July 31–August 07, 2023
Ponant Cruises Le Dumont d'Urville

7 nights from Bergen to Oslo, Norway

Inescapable beauty in Norway! Sculpted by wind and sea, the beauty of Norway’s stunning fjords is almost indescribable. And now, in another first for LGBT+ cruising, you can experience all the wonder with VACAYA as we sail from Bergen to Oslo on PONANT’s 5-star Le Dumont D’Urville! Bergen is one of the world’s true undiscovered gems and is sure to delight with her perfect blend of rustic cosmopolitanism. As we sail to Oslo, you’ll explore the Norwegian coastline with its skyscraper-high fjords, magnificent glaciers, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The view alone from Pulpit Rock – an impressive cliff that rises above the waters of the fjord below – will blow your mind! And our call on Gothenburg, Sweden as we near Oslo adds the perfect Swedish twist to these 7 adventure-filled nights.

The beauty of Norway is almost eclipsed by the luxury of our ship – Le Dumont D’Urville from PONANT. Its 5-star open-to-the-sea design, sleek exterior lines, and marina make this the perfect vessel to explore this region. She’s our home for 7 perfect nights – a new generation of ships designed to combine discovery and exploration with luxury in the planet’s most remote and thrilling destinations.

It's Like Alaska on Steroids!

• Explore 8 Stunningly Beautiful Ports of Call

• UNESCO World Heritage Sites

• Fjords, Glaciers, Wildlife, & More!

• 5-star luxury on Ponant's Le Dumont d'Urville

• Bergen to Oslo 7 summer nights

• The World's most stunning landscapes

• All-LGBT+ full-ship charter

From Bergen, famous for its Hanseatic wharf which still carries a few traces of its rich Viking past, you’ll set sail for the small town of Alesund. Be prepared to fall in love with the village’s magnificent Art Nouveau architecture. Next up, we sail Geiranger Fjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before we make our way to the village of Hellesylt, which boasts a beautiful waterfall. Then, we’re on to Loen, a charming village located a few miles from Jostedalsbreen National Park, which is home to one of the last ice caps in Europe and where you’ll admire the magnificent Briksdal Glacier.

Then, we sail to Sandnes, where you’ll have the opportunity to hike Pulpit Rock, an impressive cliff that rises 604 metres (1,982 ft) above the waters of the fjord below, offering a breathtaking panorama and the most Instagramable photos you’ll ever take. Arendal, once known as the Venice of the North because of its canals, is an utterly charming port of call. On the final leg of our journey, we’ll visit Gothenburg – Sweden’s main port, which can be discovered via its pretty canals, cultural treasures, and emblematic districts. Our cruise ends in the Norwegian capital of Oslo, a charming city with its own unique Nordic energy.

Ponant Sets The Bar

Boasting 92 finely-appointed staterooms and suites, Le Dumont D’Urville is one of 6 identical Explorer-class ships from PONANT. Le Dumont D’Urville gives you a unique yacht-like cruising experience thanks to her cutting-edge design, environmentally-friendly equipment, smaller size, and subtle blend of refinement, intimacy, and comfort.

The Super Yacht Advantage
The upside of going on smaller vessels like the super yachts of PONANT is that you can visit seaside cities and towns that don’t have ports or harbors constructed with enormous ships in mind. This allows you to get right to the heart of the culture of your chosen destination, and you won’t find yourself hampered by all of the Duty-Free outlets that characteristically dominate the larger ports. It’s one thing to explore a busy and thriving metropolis. It’s quite another to witness the extraordinarily intimate atmosphere of a smaller port of call. And with smaller vessels, you don’t have to worry about missing out on larger ports; we can go to those, too! So you’ll enjoy plenty of variety during your journey with VACAYA.

Staterooms
Elegantly-designed staterooms and spacious suites boast a warm contemporary interior design by Jean-Philippe Nuel. The designer took direct inspiration from the destinations and cultures explored during PONANT’s stopovers and then punctuated the design with beautiful ethnic touches. Every stateroom onboard boasts a lovely veranda, open minibar (replenished as needed), and unlimited WiFi access, and 24-hour room service. Select suites offer even more luxuries including butler service to tend to your every need including unpacking and repacking upon request. See pricing page for specifics.

Pool & Nature Viewing Deck
The ship’s heated pool offers a panoramic view of our surroundings and is equipped with a counter-current swimming system for those who wish to maintain their lap swimming regimen while on vacation (or show off your physical endurance for the entire shipboard community). This is THE spot for daytime relaxation. There’s also an outdoor bar and loungers, chairs, and sofas, perfect for our organized events and parties or simply meeting up with your friends.

Restaurants
On Deck 4 Aft, you’ll find the ship’s panoramic restaurant, which can accommodate all of us in a single sitting. This dining area, which opens onto the outside, will have a buffet of salads, desserts, and cheeses at your disposal. And the ship’s discrete and attentive crew will provide table service for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. For a more relaxed atmosphere, an outdoor grill on Deck 3 serves grilled meats with a variety of salads and desserts. And of course, complimentary room service is available to you 24×7.

Blue Eye Lounge
Blue Eye is a first-of-its-kind multi-sensory underwater lounge built to transport you to the universe under the sea. The designers’ mission is to enable you to see and feel the underwater universe in a way that never ceases to amaze. Bathed in deep blue light, the lounge has windows shaped like whale eyes to bring you closer to the marine mammals you’ll see and hear behind the giant portholes. Hydrophones pipe in the natural symphony of the sea. The sofas also vibrate softly to the sounds and images of sea creatures are projected onto digital screens, creating a unique, multi-sensory experience of life underwater without getting wet!

Lounges & Bars
Different lounges enable guests to socialize and share moments together during their cruise. Our ship features a main lounge, an ideal place to meet over a drink and watch daytime or evening events; the panoramic lounge, an intimate bar with a unique view of the horizon; and the outdoor bar, a relaxation area with access to the pool and solarium. The main lounge can accommodate all guests for VACAYA’s social activities both day and night.

Theater
The theatre seats 188 and is equipped with the latest sound and lighting technology. This will be the showcase venue for VACAYA’s all-star entertainment line-up. It’s also equipped with an LED wall as the backdrop, allowing for multimedia presentations and destination lectures.

Wellness
The Spa offers a series of luxury treatments. Choose from moisturizing facials, relaxing massages, aromatherapy baths, anti-aging treatments, and enjoy a moment of absolute relaxation. There’s a salon as well, offering hair styling, barbering, manicures, and pedicures.

The spa area includes a lovely sauna that’s larger than you’d typically expect on a ship this size. With a window facing the outdoors and long curvy benches, it’s an enticing retreat after an active expedition. The Fitness Center, boasting picture-perfect views of the open sea, features the latest Technogym machines including a Kinesis Wall.

Reception
The ship’s common areas are designed and equipped to meet all your needs while preserving the intimacy of the experience. A luxuriously appointed reception area welcomes guests and fulfills a variety of functions from reception and concierge to excursions and boutiques.

The Value of Luxury

When cruising PONANT with VACAYA, you're choosing comfort, refinement, & discovery...

VACAYA’s 2023 Norwegian Fjords Cruise continues our already-robust tradition of redefining all that’s possible in the world of LGBT+ luxury travel. Of course savvy travelers recognize “value” rarely means “low price.” Instead, value is defined as getting something extraordinary for a great price. And that is exactly what VACAYA’s Norwegian Fjords Cruise delivers.

The Vacayans are dedicated to providing you with the very best. That’s what drives us, journey after journey. And it’s amazing what’s included:

• 7 Nights aboard the stunning Le Dumont D’Urville

• All Meals, featuring subtle and audacious flavors inspired by our ports of call

• Complimentary unlimited Open Bar throughout your cruise (premium alcohol extra)

• Complimentary unlimited Open Mini-Bar in your Stateroom/Suite (premium alcohol extra)

• Complimentary WiFi/Internet*

• Daily Afternoon Tea and Pastries

• 24-Hour Room Service

• 5-Star Service

• 24×7 Stateroom Service

• 24×7 Reception Desk

• Lecturers, Guides, and Naturalists

• Fitness Classes

• The VACAYA Touch
- The Vacayan Hosts
- Signature Entertainment
- Themed Cocktail Parties
- Social Activities

The following services are available for an additional charge:
• Shore Excursions
• Spa Treatments/Massages
• Salon Services
• Laundry
• Satellite Telephone Services
• Medical Services