Winter Voyages in Norway
Winter (Nov. to Feb.) is perhaps the most beautiful time to explore Norway´s coastline. Join us and discover landscapes covered in deep white snow reflecting polar twilight. Enjoy winter´s soft pastel colours during the day. It is also the best season to witness the northern lights!
Sailing along Norway’s coastline in winter is an indescribably beautiful experience. Pure white snow covers the landscape. The air is fresh, crisp and clear. Mountaintops silhouette against a backdrop of polar twilight, and clusters of cosy homes glow on the shoreline like fires in the distance.
While it may be the coldest of the Norwegian seasons, winter brings plenty of opportunities:
- Witness the wondrous Aurora Borealis
- Experience the magic of Norway´s white winter wonderland
- Ride a snowmobile or dog sledge across the snowy tundra
- See charming Christmas markets along Norway’s coast in late November and December
The fantastic Northern Lights
Join us on an exploration of polar twilight that often also includes experiencing the elusive Aurora Borealis at night. Sailing with Hurtigruten, at sea and far away from light pollution, provides some of the best possibilities to view this magical celestial lightshow of ghostly green, red and dark purple.
Even regular daylight in the far north is remarkable. The low position of the sun renders beautiful subtle shades of light that reflect off the Arctic’s white surroundings.
Arctic winter wonder
Norway lights up during Christmas. Stroll the charming lanes and browse the stalls of traditional Christmas markets in coastal towns and cities in late November and December.
Follow in the footsteps of great explorers and venture out on North Cape while peering over the edge of the world. Or discover the splendid Arctic scenery and wonders of the far north during exciting shore excursions.
Excursions - dashing through the snow
Imagine crossing the snowy tundra on a snowmobile or sitting in a dog sledge behind a team of barking huskies. For those who prefer a more leisurely pace, there’s introductions to cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. These are just a few of the excursions Hurtigruten offer during winter.
Your way to the Northern Lights
Winter is peak Northern Lights season in Norway, which happens to be one of the best places in the world for aurora hunting.
And if you travel with Hurtigruten, we have a promise to you: We are 100% sure the Northern Lights will make an appearance on your 12-day Hurtigruten voyage.
But if they do not appear we will give you another 6 or 7-day Classic Voyage FREE OF CHARGE, so your Hurtigruten experience will be one with zero regrets.
Exquisite cuisine on board
As always, Hurtigruten takes full culinary advantage of sailing through one of the world’s most fantastic natural pantries.
The commitment to fresh food runs throughout the fleet - focusing on locally produced ingredients and as few transport miles as possible.
Many of the ingredients we use on board like fish and shellfish are, of course, sourced straight from the sea.
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What to bring - packing for a winter voyage in Norway
It can get quite cold along the coast during winter, so we recommend you pack a thick winter jacket, hat, gloves, wool sweater, a scarf, winter boots with good grip, and pull-on spikes (for sale onboard).
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12 days Regular departuresThe Classic Roundtrip Voyage
- Discover our full scenic route with 34 ports visited twice, northbound and southbound, allowing you to really get to know the heart and soul of Norway’s coastline
- Bask in spectacular scenery any season of the year as we sail past more than 100 fjords and 1,000 mountains
- Spend half your voyage on an Arctic tour of Norway, maximising your chances of seeing the Northern Lights in winter, or enjoying 24 hours of daylight under the Midnight Sun in summer
- Take your pick from seven to nine optional hikes and the complete list of optional seasonal excursions – more than 70 in total – to enhance your coastal experience
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6 days Regular departuresClassic Voyage South
- Be treated to some of the best scenery of the Norwegian coast, including Senja, the Vesterålen archipelago, the stunning Lofoten Islands, and the Helgeland Coast
- Keep on the lookout for whales and a range of Arctic birds, including the white-tailed sea eagle as well as many migratory species
- The ship may also visit Trollfjord between May and October on this voyage, entering the narrow fjord and performing a 180-degree manoeuvre
- Join two optional hikes and up to 20 optional seasonal excursions, including a tour of the Lofoten Islands by boat or a horseback ride to a picturesque beach
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7 days Regular departuresClassic Voyage North
- Enjoy visiting a range of coastal communities, including a number of charming cities, towns, and villages
- Sail to world-famous Geirangerfjord in summer from June to August or to Hjørundfjord from September to October
- Cross the Arctic Circle for an Arctic tour of Norway to hunt for the Northern Lights in winter, and enjoy round-the-clock daylight under the Midnight Sun in summer
- Choose between four to six optional hikes and from up to 50 optional seasonal excursions to add more adventure to your voyage
Price from1346 €
