Classic Voyage North

In the home waters of the Norwegian coast, the ships have been part of the country’s very lifeline for over a century. Beneath the Midnight Sun, daily departures cross the Arctic Circle from Bergen to Kirkenes, takes you right to the heart of coastal Norway. Calling at 34 ports, most never visited by commercial cruise liners, the ships deliver freight, post and passengers to remote communities, some of which are home to just a few hundred people. Sailing along this beautiful coastline, through magical fjords to enchanted islands, we enjoy a genuine, friendly and unpretentious voyage which is truly Norwegian.

With daily departures year round, the journey begins in Bergen and travels north across the Arctic Circle and beyond whilst meandering through the dramatic splendors of the coast. As we weave in and out of narrow inlets, we sail along some of the world's most beautiful coastline, nearly always in sight of land, and discover what makes this voyage unique.

Many of our ports of call are tranquil hamlets on tiny islands whose inhabitants depend for their very existence on the Hurtigruten ships to bring the communities essential supplies and reunite families and friends. Each ship has a distinct style and character and no two journeys will ever be the same as the changing seasons, climate, flora and fauna, local people you meet and the friendly English speaking crew, make each voyage a different experience.

Like-minded people from across the world come to enjoy the magnificent scenery and informal atmosphere on board. Many take the opportunity to sail in summer during the period of the Midnight Sun, when the sun flirts with the horizon before curving skyward, bathing the glorious scenery in perpetual daylight.

This 7 day voyage north is very popular among travellers who may not have time for the full round voyage but wish to enjoy watching the gradual transitions from the populated, lush southern regions of the coastline to the more sparse landscapes north of the Arctic Circle. Voyage highlights include UNESCO World Heritage site Geiranger fjord (14 Apr to 14 Sep), Nidaros Cathedral, experience the Midnight Sun (late May – late July), the Arctic capital Tromsø and visit to the North Cape.

From price is based on departure in April & September two people sharing an A2 grade cabin (outside cabin). Supplements apply for May-August departures and higher cabin grades; please contact us prices. Price includes return economy class flights to Bergen and from Kirkenes, all airport taxes and fuel surcharges, 6 night north bound voyage north from Bergen to Kirkenes in chosen cabin grade inc. full board and transfers in Bergen and Kirkenes.

Departures every day from April to September. Please contact us for summer 2010 prices.