
- See the midnight sun in summer and possibly the northern lights in winter
- Explore the beautiful and wild nature of the coastline in Troms and Finnmark
- Attend talks or take part in activities with our expedition team along the way
- See the 13 northernmost harbours

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On this trip from Tromsø to Kirkenes, you can look forward to unique natural experiences, whichever time of year you travel. The Arctic wildlife is stunning to behold whether it’s covered in snow under the northern lights – or under the constant daylight of the midnight sun.
DAY 1 : Tromsø - Skjervøy
Wild and wonderful nature
After arriving in Tromsø you can spend some time exploring this lively town. Since Tromsø has been the set-off point for so many Arctic expeditions, and because the Norwegian Polar Institute is located in the town, Tromsø is without a doubt Norway’s Polar city.
The Arctic Cathedral (Tromsdalen Church), with its beautiful glass mosaics, is the best known landmark, and was named after its distinctive architecture; the bright sides and shape itself reminiscent of icebergs. The world’s northernmost university, as well as all the visitors who come here, give Tromsø a lively and cosmopolitan atmosphere. The restaurants and cafes are always full of people and life. The ship sets sail late in the afternoon.
DAY 2 : Øksfjord - Berlevåg
North Cape and even further north
The ship sails through the Magerøysund sound and after an early stop in Hammerfest, we arrive in Honningsvåg.
From here, you can join an excursion to the spectacular North Cape, which rises up above the sea at 71°10’21”N, and which is only 2000 km from the geographic North Pole. The ship continues northward along the coast of Lappland. When we approach Kjøllefjord, we pass by the old sacrificial site of the Sami people, the Finnkjerka rock formation.
DAY 3 : Båtsfjord – Kirkenes
Next to the Russian border
The last port in this voyage northward is Kirkenes. Located at 30°E, you’ll now be further east than Istanbul and St. Petersburg. The Russian border is close by, and all signs are written in both Norwegian and Russian.
In the centre of Kirkenes you’ll find the Russia monument and the Wartime Mothers monument, which were erected after the Second World War. Kirkenes has a rich history and you’ll learn much of it by visiting the The Borderland Museum and the Savio Museum. If you have time before you travel back home, we recommend you spend some time exploring Kirkenes.
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 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 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 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.
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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