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Harstad (NO) - Reine (NO)

15 July - 18 July 2020

3 days, Christian Radich

From € 330,-

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12-17: € 330,-
18+: € 660,-

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Christian Radich:
Harstad (NO) - Reine (NO)

15 July - 18 July 2020

* Places at request * Sea Norway: Exploring the Lofoten Islands. Join this trip to experience a coastal cruise on a Tall Ship through the seas around the spectacular Lofoten archipelago. Explore the famously beautiful coast and enjoy a short sailing break inside the Arctic Circle. Conditions permitting there will be a stop for fishing in Mosknes-straum (fishing rods provided on board). Open to Windseekers aged 8 and older, children aged 8-11 sail for free (accompanied by an adult), ages 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult.

Ports

Harstad is situated on Hinnoya, Norway’s largest Island, as well as numerous smaller islands. Harstad is known for high-quality restaurants and cultural events throughout the year, which, coupled with old architecture, make up the unique atmosphere of the town. Take a nature hike in the surrounding area, go on a sea rafting adventure or visit the Trondenes historical centre to learn all about the Vikings.

  • Harstad (NO)

Key points

  • Dates: 15 July 2020 - 18 July 2020
  • Embarkation: 14:00 / Disembarkation: 9:00
  • For Windseekers of all ages, minimum age 12 years
  • Windseekers joining: maximum of 80
  • No sailing experience required!
  • Official language on board: English
  • Price includes: accommodation and meals, excludes drinks at the bar
  • Price excludes transportation costs to-and from the ports. Our travel counsellor can advise you and book your transfers
  • Windseekers need to have a health insurance and a travel insurance
  • Need to take with you on board: sleeping bag, pillowcase, sheets and towels

  • "It was an absolute joy to steer for hours when the wind was blowing, and even when it was completely dead. I loved to see the sea, I loved the silence of the ocean."

    Barnabas (22), Hungary

You sail on the Christian Radich

Tall Ship Christian Radich under sail
Shipping type: Three masted full Ship
Homeport: Oslo (NO)
Date built: 1936
Trainees: 85
Length: 73m
Height of mast: 37,7 m
Sail: 1360 m2

Christian Radich is a sturdy and fast Norwegian windjammer who has won multiple races. Among others, she is the winner of the Tall Ships' Races 2005 and came first in 2006 during the legendary 50th Anniversary Tall Ships' Race from …

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Windseeker logs

  • Fun day out with friends

    Wadden Sea, October 2020

    All photos courtesy of BTOWU

    – by Nienke

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    Absolutely Awesome Day

    Europa

    Southern Atlantic Ocean

    – by Annie van Haaren

    Today was absolutely awesome. Waking from a good 7 hour sleep to breakfast, first time in 5 days as I had been sleeping right through it when on the dog watch. We had watch from 8 am till 12 midday. …

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