
- Experience the Geirangerfjord in summer and the Hjørundfjord in the autumn
- Attend talks and take part in activities with our expedition team along the way
- Visit some of the towns along the coast
- Spend some time exploring Lofoten after the voyage
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Bergen was founded in 1070, with Bryggen as the embarkation point. Until the 1830s Bergen was actually the largest city in Norway. It still bears many of these characteristics, although you’ll also find plenty of small-town charm.
Spend some time exploring Bergen before your voyage. In the afternoon you’ll board Hurtigruten, and the ship will set sail to the Hjeltefjord. Take the evening to relax, either out on deck or in the panorama lounge, while we slowly cruise by the coastal and fjord landscape.
If you get up early you’ll have a chance to take in the magnificent view of the idyllic Nordfjord. After sailing by West Cape we are out into open sea. And then we dock at Ålesund. The town is best known for its art nouveau architecture, which is characterised by an abundance of spires, towers and elaborate ornaments.
In summer, we sail into the Geirangerfjord, and on the way in we pass cliffs towering 800 metres high with impressive waterfalls. In the autumn, we explore the hidden natural wonder that is the Hjørundfjord, which is surrounded by the Sunnmørsalpene mountain range’s wild and majestic peaks. Here you’ll find unspoiled nature, steep mountain sides, green meadows, secluded mountain farms and tiny hamlets waiting to be discovered.
The next stop is “Rosenes by” [Town of Roses], Molde. The view over the Romsdal Fjord and Romsdal mountaintops has made the town famous. In winter and in spring, we dock long enough for you to explore the town on your own. In the evening, you can see Kvitholmen’s lighthouse to the west and the impressive Atlantic Road to the east.
Trondheim is an incredibly beautiful city. It was Norway’s first capital and was founded by the Viking king Olav Tryggvason in the year 997. The architecture is special and the atmosphere mythical. The narrow medieval passageways are still in place, and create a stark contrast to the broad streets. Explore the city’s secrets on your own by taking a walking tour through the charming streets.
Take in the view from Gamle Bybro, which was built in 1861, and the charming wooden houses in Bakklandet. Nidaros Cathedral is also well worth a visit. Work on the cathedral began in 1070 and it is built on the site of Olaf II’s grave. Today it is Norway’s largest gothic building. You’ll be enthralled by the incredible, richly-detailed dome and the fantastic works of art.
When you’re back on board we’ll sail out through the Trondheim Fjord. From the deck you’ll see Munkholmen, Kjeungskjær lighthouse and countless islets and islands. After cruising through the narrow Stokksund sound, we cross open sea while sailing towards Vikna, where over 6000 islets, small islands and skerries dot the route. After dinner, we dock in the charming town of Rørvik, where we meet one of the southbound Hurtigruten ships.
If you’re an early bird you should be out on deck around 7 am. This is when we cross the Arctic Circle which is at 66°33’N and marks the invisible border of the Arctic. The waters north of the circle have 24-hour daylight in the summer.
In the winter you have a much greater chance of seeing the magical northern lights north of this latitude. When we pass the little island Vikingen, you’ll see the arctic circle globe. The crew will ensure the event is marked with an informal arctic circle christening out on deck later in the day. Before we arrive in Ørnes, you may see Norway’s second largest glacier, Svartisen, glittering to the east.
The view over Saltfjord, just south of Bodø, is nothing less than spectacular. Here you’ll also see Saltstraumen, the world’s most powerful tidal current. You’ll have some time to explore Bodø before we cross the sea to Lofoten. The voyage ends in Svolvær, Lofoten’s capital. We hope you’ll take some time to explore Lofoten’s beautiful coastal gems before the return journey.
What's included
Included in your voyage
- Cruise with Hurtigruten in an unspecified cabin
Your cabin will be allocated when you check in
Not included in your voyage
- Flights & transfers
- Travel insurance
- Optional excursions
- Luggage handling
Notes
- Prices are per person based on two people travelling together sharing a twin cabin
- Not all cabin categories are available for all departures
- Single cabin pricing available on request
- Hurtigruten has a flexible pricing system and all prices are capacity controlled and subject to availability.
Ships
MS Nordkapp
Year built | 1996 |
Year of refurbishment | 2016 |
Shipyard | Kværner Kleven (N) |
Passenger capacity | 590 |
Beds | 480 |
Car capacity | 24 |
Gross tonnage | 11,386 |
Length | 123.3 m |
Beam | 19.5 m |
Speed | 18 knots |
MS Nordkapp is named after the northernmost point on mainland Europe: North Cape (71ºN) - one of the geographical highpoints you can visit on a Hurtigruten voyage.
MS Finnmarken
Year built | 2002 |
Year of refurbishment | 2020 |
Shipyard | Kværner Kleven (N) |
Passenger capacity | 919 |
Beds | 540 |
Car capacity | 0 |
Gross tonnage | 15,690 |
Length | 138.5 m |
Beam | 21.5 m |
Speed | 15 knots |
MS Finnmarken is designed for exciting, sustainable voyages along the Norwegian coastline.
MS Kong Harald
Year built | 1993 |
Year of refurbishment | 2016 |
Shipyard | Volkswerft (Germany) |
Passenger capacity | 590 |
Beds | 498 |
Gross tonnage | 11,204 |
Length | 121.8 m |
Beam | 19.2 m |
Speed | 17 knots |
Norway's reigning monarch, a seasoned sailor, lends his name to this remarkable vessel.
MS Lofoten
Year built | 1964 (Mod. 2003) |
Shipyard | Aker Mek. Verk. (N) |
Passenger capacity | 400 |
Beds | 151 |
Car capacity | 0 |
Gross tonnage | 2,621 |
Length | 87.4 m |
Beam | 13.26 m |
Speed | 16 knots |
MS Lofoten - our old-time favourite - was launched in Oslo in 1964. The ship´s classic maritime style and informal atmosphere inspires genuine nostalgia in her passengers.
MS Midnatsol
Year built | 2003 |
Shipyard | Fosen Mek. Verk. (N) |
Passenger capacity | 970 (500 in Antarctica) |
Beds | 632 |
Car capacity | 32 |
Gross tonnage | 16,151 |
Length | 135.75 m |
Beam | 21.5 m |
Speed | 18 knots |
The MS Midnatsol (Midnight Sun) is dedicated to the wonders of Arctic summer. The ship sails along the Norwegian coast from May to September, and is part of our global expedition cruises during the rest of the year.
MS Nordlys
Year built | 1994 |
Year of refurbishment | 2019 |
Shipyard | Volkswerft (D) |
Passenger capacity | 590 |
Beds | 471 |
Car capacity | 24 |
Gross tonnage | 11,204 |
Length | 121.8 m |
Beam | 19.2 m |
Speed | 18 knots |
Both the name and the interior design of this modern expedition ship are inspired by the spectacular Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis).
MS Nordnorge
Year built | 1997 |
Year of refurbishment | 2016 |
Shipyard | Kværner Kleven (N) |
Passenger capacity | 590 |
Beds | 476 |
Car capacity | 32 |
Gross tonnage | 11,384 |
Length | 123.3 m |
Beam | 19.5 m |
Speed | 18 knots |
MS Nordnorge is aptly named for northern Norway, most of which lies above the Arctic Circle.
MS Polarlys
Year built | 1996 |
Year of refurbishment | 2016 |
Shipyard | Ulstein Mek. Verk. (N) |
Passenger capacity | 619 |
Beds | 503 |
Car capacity | 26 |
Gross tonnage | 11,341 |
Length | 123 m |
Beam | 19.5 m |
Speed | 18 knots |
Polarlys is Norwegian for `polar light´, and refers to the natural Arctic phenomenon we pursue in winter.
MS Richard With
Year built | 1993 |
Year of refurbishment | 2018 |
Shipyard | Volkswerft (D) |
Passenger capacity | 590 |
Beds | 458 |
Car capacity | 12 |
Gross tonnage | 11,205 |
Length | 121.8 m |
Beam | 19.2 m |
Speed | 18 knots |
MS Richard With proudly carries the name of Hurtigruten's founder.
MS Trollfjord
Year built | 2002 |
Shipyard | Fosen Mek. Verk. (N) |
Passenger capacity | 822 |
Beds | 576 |
Car capacity | 35 |
Gross tonnage | 16,140 |
Length | 135.75 m |
Beam | 21.5 m |
Speed | 18 knots |
The ship is named after the spectacular Trollfjord in Vesterålen. Inside she provides spectacular comfort, modern facilities and interior design that makes extensive use of Norwegian wood and stone.
MS Vesterålen
Year built | 1983 |
Year of refurbishment | 1995 |
Shipyard | Kaarbø Mek. Verk. |
Passenger capacity | 490 |
Beds | 301 |
Car capacity | 24 |
Gross tonnage | 6,261 |
Length | 108.55 m |
Beam | 16.5 m |
Speed | 17.5 knots |
MS Vesterålen is named after the first Hurtigruten ship that sailed along Norway´s rugged coastline in 1893. She is one of our smaller boats and has an intimate on-board atmosphere.
MS Spitsbergen
Year built | 2009 |
Year of refurbishment | 2016 |
Shipyard | Estaleiro Navais de Viana do Castelo (POR) |
Passenger capacity | 335 |
Beds | 243 |
Car capacity | 0 |
Gross tonnage | 7,344 |
Length | 100.54m |
Beam | 18m |
Speed | 14.5 knots |
MS Spitsbergen will take you on a voyage beyond the ordinary. She cruises along the Norwegian coast from September to May, and becomes part of our global Expedition sailings during the rest of the year.
Practical information
Life on board
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Hosts of the coast – our Expedition Teams
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Young Explorers’ Programme: Bring your kids on board
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Onboard activities and lectures along the Norwegian Coast
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Norway's Coastal Kitchen: A trip through the world’s finest pantry
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Vegan on a cruise? Hurtigruten goes vegan!
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À la Carte Menu
Practical information
Day 3
Eventyrets siste kapittel - Bergen
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