This was the fifth time I visited Norway in the last 18 years … and the first time having a cruise through its fjords! A mystical experience, planned last-minute thanks to this service. How peaceful can be winter cruising a couple of hours between Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjord,

The Fanaraaken ready to set sail from Gudvangen.

Two hours in the arctic breeze: no pain no gain

Sea fluidity at low temperatures

Foam and snow, leaving the Nærøyfjord

Fanaraaken  mirroresque roof (click it to magnify this amazing view)

Sliding into the Aurlandsfjord

Approaching our goal: the village of Flåm.

Don’t miss fjord cruising next time you visit Norway! Click each picture to enlarge. Pictures show with D800 plus 16-35 mm f/4