Did not go to North Cape as advised it was a little bit of a tourist trap but believe some that went really enjoyed it.
Did the hike with excursion team which was once again very enjoyable, hard work climbing up steep snowy hill, but worthwhile for view at top. Hot chocolate and chocolate biscuits provided by the excursion team was most welcome. ...
Long bus trip and disappointing breakfast (compared to the offerings on board)
Stay at North cape was a bit short, could have been longer, since we arrived back to the ship one hour before departure. ...
The North Cape is a must see. Used a local guide to visit Sami people, reindeer, northernmost fishing village and finally the North Cape itself, with visitor centre and breathtaking views. ...
We had terrible weather, you could not see 10 ft in front of you but was fun anyway.
Would have been great to have visibility but not in anyone's control.
When we got back to the ship the wind was very strong and the gangway had to be pulled for safety reasons. We had lunch in town until the situation calmed down and they could put the gangway back in place. ...
The drive to North Cape is a real exposure to barren tundra. A visit to the Sami craft shop is interesting. The North Cape Hall is very informative. Dress well for the weather — the day spent there was bloody nasty with cold rain and very gusty winds high enough to throw one off balance.
It would have been nice to have a had a short lecture delivered by a Sami presenter to relate Sami life and ...
Drive to North Cape. Bus from ship to North Cape. Stopped along the way to see a typical home of original inhabitance, even petted a reindeer. Visited North Cape, northernmost point in Europe - windy and snow on 28 June! We enjoyed this trip. ...
