Iceland, Norway, and More Cruise!

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Iceland, Norway, and More Cruise!

10 Day Cruise

07/04/2024 - 07/14/2024

John Bytheway

All Rates are per person based on double occupancy. Call for rates on 3rd and 4th persons in same cabin. Organize 8 cabins and earn $1,356.00 towards your cabin!

CABIN TYPE CRUISE RATES
Inside $2,049.05
Ocean View CALL
Balcony $2,908.65
Taxes & Govt. Fees $334.17

Terms and Conditions: Advertised rates INCLUDE port charges but DO NOT INCLUDE shore excursions, airfare, or gratuities.

Deposit: A $250 deposit, per person, is required to reserve your space.

Final payment:  is due February 28, 2024.

Deposit is refundable prior to final payment without penalty. Within three months of the cruise, the tours and cruise are non-refundable. Space can be recalled at anytime before the sail date so BOOK EARLY!

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the nature of this tour you must be able to climb stairs and walk unassisted at a moderate pace. You will walk 4-7 miles per day.

Passports: Passports are required for this sailing and must be good for at least 6 months prior to the end of the cruise.

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John Bytheway will enlighten our group with his fascinating talks on sea days. Join our optional tours at the ports to make the most of your cruise experience. Explore the highlights of Iceland, Norway, and more with John as your guide. Built on islands extending into the sea, Ålesund’s scenic views of fjords and the Sunnmore Alps is accented by the unique Jugend-style architecture. A memorable highlight of our tour in Ísafjörđur allows us to take an inside look into the lives of the locals at the Hversdagssafn Museum of Everyday Life. See a 100’ geysir and Gullfoss Waterfall as we travel the Golden Circle in Reykjavik. Sailing with John and our adventurous LDS group will create memories to last a lifetime!

Join us for our 2-night pre-cruise tour in Reykjavik and a 2-night post-cruise tour of the highlights in London and early church history. More information on the excursions and tours will be available 4-6 months prior to the cruise.

2-night Iceland Pre-Cruise Tour in Iceland, includes 2 breakfasts.

Day 1 -July 1, 2024: Depart from the United States on an overnight flight to Reykjavík–Keflavík Airport.

Day 2 -July 2, 2024: Arrive at the Reykjavík–Keflavík Airport and make your own way to our hotel. We are staying at the Hotel Borg, Pósthússtræti 11, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland 

Day 3 – July 3, 2024: Load your luggage onto the bus. Today is packed full of sights along the south coast of Iceland. We spend a lot of time on the bus, but there are many scenic stops along the way. We see beautiful waterfalls such as Seljalandfoss and Skogafoss. We stop in Vik which is a remote seafront village. We visit Jokusarlon and Fjallsarlon, some of the glacial lakes of Iceland. We make our way to Diamond Beach known for its striking black sand and glistening icebergs. Our day’s journey ends in a remote Icelandic village. We overnight here.

Day 4 – July 4, 2024: Take your luggage with you as we end our tour at the cruise terminal. We enjoy the amazing beauty of Iceland as we focus on the famous Golden Circle. The Golden Circle is the heart of Iceland’s tourist activities and includes visits to three major destinations, Thingvellir National Park, Geysir Geothermal Area and the Gulfoss.  Following stops at these locations, we arrive at our cruise ship.

$850 per person when paying by check or ACH (based on double occupancy)

2-Night London Post-Cruise Tour

Day 1 – July 14, 2024: After disembarking the ship, we spend a few moments visiting the Mayflower monument and city walls of Southampton. We attend Sacrament Meeting with the Southampton saints. We enjoy walking on the beautiful grounds of the London temple as we learn about its history and impact on the British saints. We head to London and see many famous sites from our coach. Tower of London, Tower Hill, Bank of England, Mansion House, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Fleet Street, Trafalgar Square, Big Ben, and Westminster Abbey. We take time to walk to the front of Buckingham Palace for a photo stop. (Breakfast on the ship)

Day 2 – July 15, 2024: We focus on London church history and enjoy the many levelled splendours of this wonderful city. We start with a walking tour in Southwark where, as we follow in the footsteps of Wilford Woodruff, Heber C. Kimball and George A. Smith. We also uncover Charles Dickens, John Lathropp and the Clink and Shakespeare’s Globe Theater. We cross the Thames (on a bridge destroyed by Death Eaters!) and walk around St. Paul’s Cathedral. We drive to Bunhill Fields, the famous non-conformist burial ground. We visit Tabernacle Square and learn of George Whitefield. We visit the British Museum with an emphasis on the Biblical artifacts there. We finish the day in Kensington. We go to the Albert Memorial and walk to the Hyde Park Chapel. Breakfast included.

Day 3 – July 16, 2024: Take a taxi or the underground to the London airport and board your flight home. Breakfast included, if you don’t have to leave too early.

$595 per person when paying by check or ACH (based on double occupancy).

Itinerary

Day 1 : Reykjavik, Iceland

July 4, 2024 (Thursday)

There's a good reason that Iceland is considered a photographer's dream destination. Its terrain is visually stunning, offering views of lava flows, hot springs, unspoiled nature – and colorful, fascinating cities like Reykjavik. The world's most northerly capital brings together quaint villages, exciting museums, a flourishing music scene and restaurants that rival Europe's finest. Join us for an optional 2-night pre-cruise tour taking in the entire southern coast of Iceland and the famed Golden Circle. $850 per person when paying by check or ACH (based on double occupancy).

Day 2 : Isafjordur, Iceland

July 5, 2024 (Friday)

We head directly to the Dynjandi Waterfall. This waterfall is a majestic icon of the Westfjords. It is a series of seven waterfalls falling like a bridal veil from the edge of a cliff. We spend about an hour in this area before driving along and Arnarfjordur and the Dyrafjordur. The Arnafjordur is the longest Fjord in Iceland and is rumored to be home to sea monsters. On Dyrafjordur we visit the town of Thingeyri, one of the oldest settlements in the Westfjords. History tells us this is where the regional Viking assembly was held and it is also the first trading post of the Westfjords. We continue our adventure with an impressive view of the Westfjords Alps and a brief photo stop. All too soon it is time for us to return to our ship. $150 per person if paying by check or ACH.

Day 3 : Akureyri, Iceland

July 6, 2024 (Saturday)

Nestled along the shores of one of the most breathtaking fjords in Iceland, Akureyri is the nation’s second largest urban area and a center of Icelandic folk culture. We head west from Akureyri along the Trollaskagi or Peninsula of the Trolls. It is one of the most spectacular sections of the Arctic Coast Way. The Arctic Coast Way encompasses 900 km of the North Icelandic coast, six peninsulas and six islands. We see some of Iceland's tallest mountains outside of the highlands and pass charming fishing villages. We stop at the towns of Hjalteyri, Hauganes, Dalvik and Siglufjordur. Siglufjordur was once known as the "herring capital of Iceland." As we take in all of the history, we are treated to beautiful views of the ocean and the many islands located along our route. $195 per person, if paying by check or ACH.

Day 4 : At Sea

July 7, 2024 (Sunday)

Seminars at Sea

Day 5 : Geiranger, Norway

July 8, 2024 (Monday)

We spend the afternoon exploring the Highlights and the natural wonders of the Geirangerfjord. Geiranger is nestled inside the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Geirangerfjord. We enjoy a picnic lunch overlooking this beautiful area. We drive through the Norwegian countryside stopping often to take photos and to admire the views. We see glaciers and perhaps some wildlife. The jagged sea cliffs, pine-covered valleys and iridescent waters in this area served as an inspiration for Frozen. Lunch is included. $125 per person, if paying by check or ACH.

Day 6 : Alesund, Norway

July 9, 2024 (Tuesday)

We start off with a visit to the Stavkirke Ørskog Church which has been in operation since 1873. This congregation existed for many centuries previously, but the church itself was built in 1873. We visit the picturesque valley of Valldal which is known for its fruit and beautiful alpine mountains. We go to Tafjord which is a village located on the end of the Tajforden. We stop and see the Gudbrandsjuvet waterfall. Our tour includes a journey along the Trollstigen, a serpentine mountain road. Throughout the day we make many stops to allow for photos and the opportunity to soak in the beautiful landscapes. $140 per person, if paying by check or ACH.

Day 7 : Bergen, Norway

July 10, 2024 (Wednesday)

We experience the stunning landscape for which Norway is famous. We see waterfalls, fjords, steep mountains and fruit orchards. We get up close to four breathtaking waterfalls and we have the chance walk behind one of them. These falls include Fosen Bratte, Steindalsfossen, and Skjervsfossen. We travel along one of Norway's 18 scenic driving routes and are brought alongside the majestic Hardangerfjord, the fifth longest fjord in the world. Our tour includes a light snack for us to enjoy as we travel. Our guide will likely add some surprise stops to the tour. $200 per person, if paying by check or ACH.

Day 8 : At Sea

July 11, 2024 (Thursday)

Seminars at Sea

Day 9 : Amsterdam, Netherlands

July 12, 2024 (Friday)

Experience a small part of Amsterdam as we stroll along, but look out for the bicyclists. Pedestrians do not have the right of way here. Our guide shares the history of Amsterdam as we walk to our canal boat. We board the boat and enjoy a guided tour of the canals of Amsterdam. We learn all about the unique houseboats and other watercraft as well as the unique aspects of the architecture of the buildings found along the waterway. Following our boat ride we head out to the countryside. Here we see the classic traditional windmills. We visit the historic town of Edam and enjoy its adorable homes and fairy tale canals. We enjoy lunch at a farm where we learn about the making of the traditional Dutch wooden clogs and sample some delicious cheeses. All too soon we head back to our cruise ship. Lunch is included. $195 per person, if paying by check or ACH.

Day 10 : Brussels/Bruges (Zeebrugge), Belgium

July 13, 2024 (Saturday)

We visit the city of Bruges considered a historic gem city of Belgium, This medieval city have been declared UNESCO World Heritage site. We have time on our own to find a tasty lunch. We visit the romantic Minnewater and visit the Beguinage. We enjoy a boat ride on the city's narrow canals and learn more about the history of this town. $110 per person, if paying by check or ACH.

Day 11 : London, England

July 14, 2024 (Sunday)

Optional 2-night tour of London with hotel is available. We attend church with a local congregation. $595 per person when paying by check or ACH (based on double occupancy).

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Pricing

All Rates are per person based on double occupancy. Call for rates on 3rd and 4th persons in same cabin. Organize 8 cabins and earn $1,356.00 towards your cabin!

CABIN TYPE CRUISE RATES
Inside $2,049.05
Ocean View CALL
Balcony $2,908.65
Taxes & Govt. Fees $334.17

Terms and Conditions: Advertised rates INCLUDE port charges but DO NOT INCLUDE shore excursions, airfare, or gratuities.

Deposit: A $250 deposit, per person, is required to reserve your space.

Final payment:  is due February 28, 2024.

Deposit is refundable prior to final payment without penalty. Within three months of the cruise, the tours and cruise are non-refundable. Space can be recalled at anytime before the sail date so BOOK EARLY!

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the nature of this tour you must be able to climb stairs and walk unassisted at a moderate pace. You will walk 4-7 miles per day.

Passports: Passports are required for this sailing and must be good for at least 6 months prior to the end of the cruise.

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John was born and raised in Salt Lake City, and he served his mission in the Philippines. Following his mission he attended the University of Utah, and later graduated from BYU. John has taught the Book of Mormon at Brigham Young University, and the BYU Salt Lake Center since 1996. In 2003, he earned a Master’s Degree in Religious Education. He is the author of more than two dozen books and CDs many of which, he says, are effective non-prescription sleep-aids. He loves to golf, write, read, and play the banjo and guitar. John is a founding member of the local chapter of the Andy Griffith Show Re-run Watchers Club, and does a spot-on impersonation of Deputy Sheriff Barney Fife. John was recently released as bishop of the Salt Lake Winder 10th Ward, and is now teaching Sunday School with his wife, Kim. John and Kim have six children and a completely full SUV which doubles in value when it’s full of gasoline.
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