Astronomy Voyage

Bergen - Kirkenes - Bergen

The Coastal Express with an expert astronomer

Experience the Northern Lights in Norway

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  • Chase the Northern Lights, the elusive solar phenomenon

    Witness the vibrant, dancing colours while on board

  • Gain celestial insights from lectures by renowned astronomers

    On topics from the Northern Lights to the Arctic sky

  • Full board with Norway's Coastal Kitchen

    Enjoy locally sourced ingredients inspired by the region

  • Enjoy exclusive access to the Northern Lights Planetarium

    Home to the planetarium, Tromsø is the Northern Lights Capital

  • Mindful travel

    Protect Norway’s natural beauty responsibly

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Revised NLP Logo 2024 Green Wave

If the aurora doesn't occur within sight of the ship on your voyage of 11 days or more, we'll give you a 6- or 7-day voyage free of charge. Valid for departures between 20 Sep - 31 Mar.

Itinerary

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Day 1

All Aboard!

Bergen

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Ålesund, Norway during twilight hour
Day 2

A day for masterpieces

Ålesund

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The old city bridge in Trondheim, Norway
Day 3

The Royal City of Trondheim

Trondheim

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Northern Lights above the Lofoten islands, Norway
Day 4

Welcome to the Arctic!

Bodø

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Day 5

Expand your Northern Lights knowledge

Tromsø

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Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) over the North Cape, Norway
Day 6

The Northern Lights and the North Cape

Honningsvåg

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Panorama of Kirkenes, Norway
Day 7

To the top and back again

Kirkenes

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Orca breaches the water, Norway
Day 8

Due south

Hammerfest

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Reflections of red rorbuer in Svolvær, Lofoten's largest settlement
Day 9

Welcome to Lofoten

Svolvær

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The Seven Sisters mountain range, Norway
Day 10

A date with the Seven Sisters

Brønnøysund

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Northern Lights over Kristiansund, Norway
Day 11

The old cities and the sea

Trondheim

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A beautiful winter view on Bergen, Norway
Day 12

The final chapter of the fairytale

Bergen

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The route

Optional excursions and extensions(20)

Choose these and many more when booking your voyage online, or take your time to decide and add them later in MyBooking.

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Day 2

A Taste of Norway

The Hjørundfjord 2h 15min

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Sep - Oct + Apr - May

A pair of female hikers taking a photo in the Hjørundfjord
Day 2

Mountain Hike in the Hjørundfjord

The Hjørundfjord 2h 45min

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Sep - Oct

Nidaros Cathedral, Norway’s national shrine, was built over the burial place of the country’s patron saint, St. Olav
Day 3

Trondheim with Nidaros Cathedral

Trondheim 2h

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Sep - Oct + Nov - Mar

You can explore the sights of Trondheim on an optional guided tour
Day 3

Trondheim City Walk

Trondheim 3h

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all seasons

A hiking group on a walk in Bodo
Day 4

Arctic Coastal Walk

Bodø 2h 10min

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A RIB tour in Bodo and Saltstraumen
Day 4

RIB Safari To Saltstraumen

Bodø 2h

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Apr - May + Jun - Aug + Sep - Oct

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Day 5

The Arctic Capital: Tromsø

Tromsø 3h 30min

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Day 5

Dog Sledding (Tromsø)

Tromsø 3h 30min

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Nov - Mar

North Cape plateau in winter
Day 6

The North Cape

Honningsvåg 3h

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Gjesvarstappan Norway HGR 143434 Photo Andrea Klaussner
Day 6

Birdwatching Safari

Honningsvåg 3h

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Jun - Aug + Sep - Oct

Excursion to the Russian border Norway HGR 98220 1920 Photo Photo Competition
Day 7

The Norwegian Border

Kirkenes 3h

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Riverboat to the Russian border Kirkenes Norway HGR 47047 Photo Orjan Bertelsen
Day 7

Riverboat to the Norwegian Border (Kirkenes)

Kirkenes 2h 30min

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Jun - Aug + Sep - Oct

A group of hikers walking in Hammerfest at sunset
Day 8

The Northernmost Town In The World

Hammerfest 1h 45min

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A group of tourists on a snowmobile trip underneath the Northern Lights in Norway
Day 8

Snowmobile Trip in the Polar Night

Mehamn 2h 15min

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Apr - May + Nov - Mar

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Day 9

A Taste of Vesterålen

Harstad 4h 15min

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Credit: Dan Mariner / Bodø2024
Day 9

Lofoten Islands

Svolvær 3h 30min

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Apr - May + Jun - Aug

A couple explore the Vega Heritage Centre on the UNESCO-listed Vega Islands in Norway
Day 10

UNESCO Vega Archipelago

Sandnessjøen 5h

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Jun - Aug + Sep - Oct

A man holding a salmon just caught on a fishing trip
Day 10

Visit the Salmon

Brønnøysund 2h 30min

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Day 11

Trondheim With Nidaros Cathedral

Trondheim 2h

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Day 11

The Atlantic Road

Kristiansund 4h 30min

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Apr - May + Jun - Aug

What's included

On board, you'll enjoy outstanding food, facilities and hospitality, so you can concentrate on simply enjoying the beauty of Norway.

Choice of cabin/suite type and location

Select your preferred cabin or suite category and location.

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Priority check-in

Enjoy fast-track check-in for a smooth and swift start to your journey

Full board

Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the ship’s main restaurant, Torget

Teas and filter coffee

Choose from our selection of teas and on-tap filter coffee.

Multi-lingual Expedition Team

Enrich your journey with insights, assistance and tailored activities.

Astronomy lectures

Enjoy expert-led stargazing and lectures from a renowned astronomer

Suite only

Welcome basket

A welcome basket with sparkling wine to kick off your journey in style.

Suite only

Choice of dining time

A choice of different dining slots to make your day more flexible.

Daily themed lectures

Enjoy lectures offering insights into Norwegian culture, nature and history.

Access to Hurtigruten Photo Programme

Improve your photography skills with the Hurtigruten Photo Programme.

Complimentary Wi-Fi

Stay connected in your cabin and throughout the ship.

Suite only

Traditional wool sweater

A traditional Norwegian wool sweater when embarking. (From 1st April 2025)

Our ships sailing this route(7)

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MS Nordnorge on a winter sailing near Molde

MS Nordnorge

MS Kong Harald sailing quietly along the Norwegian coast

MS Kong Harald

MS Nordlys sailing past Torghatten, an icon on the Norwegian coast

MS Nordlys

MS Richard With arriving in the port of Finnsnes

MS Richard With

MS Nordkapp sailing on a summer’s day along the Norwegian coast

MS Nordkapp

MS Polarlys sailing past the statue of Fiskerkona as it enters the port of Svolvær

MS Polarlys

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MS Midnatsol

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