- Explore mystical Iceland – the land of fire and ice
- Fascinating nature with waterfalls, volcanoes and glaciers side by side
- A paradise for bird and whale watching
- Circumnavigation - see the entirety of Iceland´s coast
Welcome to the wild, rugged and unique beauty of Iceland. In the land of fire and ice, wildlife is teeming, the culture is rich, and the people are welcoming. Our expedition cruise makes a full circumnavigation of Iceland, so you get a complete experience of some of the most unique terrain on Earth.

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Day 1Reykjavik - Embarkation
Arriving in Iceland
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Day 2Stykkishólmur - Full day
Welcome to Sagaland
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Day 3Patreksfjördur - Full day
Patreksfjördur
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Day 4Northwest Iceland - Exploration Day
Northwest Iceland
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Day 5Akureyri - Full day
Northern Centre
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Day 6Grimsey Island - Full day
Step Across the Arctic Circle
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Day 7Bakkagerdi - Full day
The Land of the Elves
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Day 8Heimaey - Full day
Iceland`s Pompeii
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Day 9Reykjavik - Disembarkation - Full day
The End of the Adventure
Departures
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Current offers on this cruise:
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No single supplement
Solo travellers who prefer their own space while still travelling with others, have the opportunity to save on select voyages departing in 2021. For a limited time, pay no single supplement if you book one of the below expedition cruises. This offer applies to a selection of departures that you can find on each voyage page.See full offer details
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Cancel your cruise for any reason and we’ll pay you back - no questions asked.
Receive your refund, including the previously non-refundable deposit.
If you cancel, we’ll get the money back into your account within 14 days.
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What's included
Included in your voyage
Expedition Cruise
- Expedition cruise in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages (house beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water) in restaurants Aune and Fredheim
- À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with limited connection. Streaming is not supported.
- Complimentary reusable water bottle to use at water refill stations on board
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organise and accompany activities on board and ashore
- Range of included excursions
Onboard Activities
- Experts on the Expedition Team deliver in-depth lectures on a variety of topics
- Use of the ship’s Science Center which has an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
- Citizen Science program allows guests to assist with live scientific research
- Professional onboard photographer gives top tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos
- Use of the ship’s hot tubs, panoramic sauna, outdoor and indoor gyms, and outdoor running track
- Informal gatherings with the crew such as daily recaps and preparation for the day to come
Landing Activities
- Escorted landings with small expedition boats while in Iceland
- Loan of boots, trekking poles, and all equipment for activities
- Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition Photographers help with your camera settings before landings
Not included in your voyage
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Luggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
- Optional treatments in the wellness and spa area
Notes
- All planned activities are subject to weather and ice conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please ensure you meet all visa entry requirements
- No gratuities expected
Photo: Ragnar Th. Sigurdsson, Karsten Bidstrup and Andrea Klaussner
Your ship
MS Fridtjof Nansen
Year built | 2020 |
Shipyard | Kleven Yards, Norway |
Passenger capacity | 530 (500 in Antarctica) |
Gross tonnage | 20 889 T |
Length | 140 m |
Beam | 23,6 m |
Speed | 15 knots |
MS Fridtjof Nansen is the latest addition to Hurtigruten’s fleet of custom built ships – and the next generation expedition ship. She will explore some of the most spectacular corners of the globe.
Practical information
Sailing with MS Fridtjof Nansen
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MS Fridtjof Nansen - Practical information
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Expedition Team in Iceland
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Young Explorers’ Programme: Bring your kids on board
Before you travel with MS Fridtjof Nansen
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