
- Cross the Arctic Circle
- See the beautiful Lofoten, Vesterålen and Helgeland coastline in daytime
- Experience Troll Fjord between May and October
- Visit exciting cities and see many of the highlights along our coastline
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The ship sails from Tromsø at 1:30, and if you’re not too tired, we recommend you stay out on deck to see the midnight sun shining over the mountaintops round the town in summer. During the rest of the year, you’ll have a good chance of seeing the northern lights or the magical moonlight reflected in the sea. Early in the morning, the ship stops in Harstad, before it sails on towards the Risøy channel. This narrow passage is only 7 m deep. It was built especially for Hurtigruten so the ships could sail between Harstad and Vesterålen. Troll Fjord is only 2 km long and 100 m wide, and is flanked by truly majestic mountains. If time and weather are on our side, the captain sometimes sails through the narrow fjord, where the mountain sides almost touch the sides of the ship.
Then we sail through Lofoten. The landscape consists of sparkling mountain tops, deep fjords, large seabird colonies and long, white sandy beaches. Even the travel magazine Lonely Planet could not contain its enthusiasm and wrote: “This place is quite simply inexpressibly beautiful”. Well, now you can see it with your own eyes.
Crossing the Arctic Circle at 66°33’N is one of the highlights of the day. Stand on deck when we pass by Viking Island and see the Arctic Circle globe. We mark the event with a taste of Arctic traditions on deck. We take a quick tour around Nesna, an idyllic old trading port, before sailing on to Sandnessjøen. Another highlight on this day is when we sail past the Seven Sisters mountain range.
When we arrive in Brønnøysund, you’ll have enough time to disembark and explore this little town. Then we sail past Torghatten, which is famous for its natural hole that goes right through the mountain. The hole, which is 160 metres long, 35 metres tall and 20 metres wide, was formed in the Ice Age.
Trondheim is a relatively large city, but still retains its small town charm. Some of the streets date back to the Middle Ages and you can still walk along them today. The town boasts many attractive wooden buildings which were built all the way back in the 17th century. Back on the ship, we sail out through the beautiful Trondheim Fjord. Later in the afternoon, the ship docks at Kristiansund, which is known as Norway’s clip fish capital due to the export of salted cod. When we cross the open sea on our way to the “Town of Roses”, Molde, you will see the pointed peaks of the Romsdalsalpe mountains on the horizon. Sink into the comfortable seats in the panorama lounge, or out on deck. Enjoy the silence as you watch the landscape pass by slowly, and feel the soft swells of the waves beneath you.
Before we dock in Bergen, there are still a few nautical miles to go with plenty of fascinating landscape to see. Behold the sight of the Nord Fjord below the mighty Jostedalsbreen glacier. The fjord winds out towards the east and continues for 90 km inland to Loen and Olden. The harsh coastal landscape stands in stark contrast to the inner fjord areas where there is less wind and rain. Lush orchards and glaciers stretch out towards glittering lakes and stunning waterfalls. Despite the differences, the landscapes have a charm of their own, and both should be experienced. The ship also makes a short stop in Florø, which is Norway’s westernmost town. A few nautical miles south of Florø, we sail past the inlet to the beautiful Sogne Fjord, and then the magnificent archipelago from Fedje and stunning Øygarden in towards Bergen.
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
Day 3
Eventyrets siste kapittel - Bergen
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