This classic 9-day tour begins in Oslo and takes you across the mountains to the western fjords of Norway. You will enjoy a ride on the famous Flåm Railway, as well as a fjord cruise under towering cliffs. The Hurtigruten coastal voyage begins in Bergen and calls at 34 ports as you make your fascinating journey north.

After crossing the Arctic Circle, you’ll notice the landscape change to suit the cooler climate before reaching your final destination, Kirkenes, a remote outpost of Northern Europe next to the Russian border. Hurtigruten has daily departures from Bergen and eleven vessels to choose from, so there will be a Norwegian cruise to suit your taste, ensuring a unique and memorable experience.

Countries visited

• Norway

Places visited

• Oslo
• Bergen
• Tromsø
• Molde
• Ålesund
• Honningsvåg
• North Cape
• Kirkenes
• Lofoten
• Torvik
• Kristiansund
• Trondheim
• Ørnes
• Bodø
• Stamsund
• Svolvær
• Harstad
• Finnsnes
• Skjervøy
• Hammerfest
• Havøysund
• Kjøllefjord
• Mehamn
• Berlevåg
• Vardø
• Båtsfjord
• Øksfjord
• Risøyhamn
• Sortland
• Stokmarknes
• Nesna
• Sandnessjøen
• Brønnøysund
• Måløy
• Florø
• Trygghamna
• Tranøy
• Flåm
• Gudvangen

Transportation

Train from Oslo to Bergen, Hurtigruten cruise ship from Bergen to Kirkenes and flight Kirkenes to Oslo.

Click here to see the Hurtigruten fleet - Norwegian Coastal Voyages

Included In Price

* Norway in a Nutshell tour (by train, boat & bus) from Oslo to Bergen
* Overnight in comfortable hotels in Stalheim or Voss, and Bergen
* Bergen city pass valid 24 hours
* Voyage from Bergen to Kirkenes 6 nights in a twin outside cabin with toilet & shower
* Full board on board the ship, other meals as per itinerary
* Flight Kirkenes to Oslo

Meals Included

This tour includes 20 meals; 8 breakfasts 5 lunches 7 dinners

Not Included In Price

International flights, travel insurance, luggage handling, optional excursions.

Important Information

Please note that a fuel surcharge may be added to this voyage cost.
When securing your cabin with us, please take note of the dimensions of the cabin to ensure that you are satisfied with it's size. There is additional storage room available on board if you wish and you just need to contact staff to request it when you are on board.
Alcohol can be expensive on board due to taxes imposed.

Day 1: Depart Oslo by train to Flåm

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Depart Oslo by train to the fjords, Flåm Railway and fjord cruise from Flåm to Gudvangen, overnight Stalheim or Voss.

Accommodation

Overnight at historic hotels in Stalheim or Voss.

Meals Included

1 x Dinners

Day 2: Arrive Bergen

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Morning bus/train to Bergen where the afternoon is free to explore the city.

Bergen offers many attractions and sights - many within walking distance. Recommended sights of interests are the Hanseatic harbour Bryggen, Fløibanen Funicular, Troldhaugen, the Fish and Flower market, Bergen Aquarium and Gamle Bergen (Old Bergen Open Air Museum).

Included is a Bergen card valid for 48 hours, which gives you free entrance to the cities museums, free public transportation, free parking and so much more.

Accommodation

Hotel Augustin or similar located in the city centre.

Meals Included

1 x Breakfasts

Day 3: Embark coastal voyage in Bergen

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The morning is free in Bergen to further explore the charming port and Hanseatic city. Stroll through the narrow medieval streets of the UNESCO-listed Bryggen quarter, visit the Hanseatic Museum or stroll among the stalls at the fish market. Take the funicular railway 320m up Mount Fløyen, located just outside the city, and you’ll enjoy the best view of Bergen and its fjords. In the evening your Hurtigruten voyage sets off through the Hjeltefjord, following in the wake of the Vikings who sailed from here to the Shetland Islands and beyond.

Accommodation

N-class outside twin share cabin with window and private facilities.

Meals Included

1 x Breakfasts
1 x Dinners

Day 4: Ålesund and Geirangerfjord

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Ports visited today: Florø, Måløy, Torvik, Ålesund, Molde.
Your ship navigates the skerries and islands further north before reaching Ålesund. Marvel at the inspiring architecture in the Apotekergate and Kongensgate pedestrian precinct, perfect examples of the Art Nouveau style. Don’t miss out on the view from Mount Aksla but beware, there are 418 steps to the top! In the summer months, the next destination will be the spectacular UNE SCO-listed Geirangerfjord. En route to the end of this beautiful fjord you pass sheer, 800m cliffs and impressive waterfalls.

Accommodation

N-class outside twin share cabin with window and private facilities.

Meals Included

1 x Breakfasts
1 x Lunches
1 x Dinners

Day 5: The Royal City of Trondheim

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Ports visited today: Kristiansund, Trondheim, Rørvik.
When visiting the old royal city of Trondheim, be sure to get a good view from the Gamle Bybrua (“Old Town Bridge”). Dating from 1861, this neo-gothic wooden bridge used to be the only way into the town centre. Nidaros Cathedral, built between1070 and 1300, is Norway’s largest Gothic religious edifice. In the neighbouring Archbishop’s Palace, the Norwegian Crown Jewels are kept. In Trondheim itself, the Hanseatic, waterside storehouses built on wooden stilts are just as charming as the Rococo-style Stiftsgården, the largest wooden building in Norway and residence for the Royal Family when visiting Trondheim. You then set a course for the northwest, past the beautiful Kjeungskjær lighthouse and thousands of little islands and picturesque rocky outcrops. After passing through Stokksund, the ship will arrive at Rørvik.

Accommodation

N-class outside twin share cabin with window and private facilities.

Meals Included

1 x Breakfasts
1 x Lunches
1 x Dinners

Day 6: Arctic Circle and Lofoten Islands

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Ports visited today: Brønnøysund, Sandnessjøen, Nesna, Ørnes, Bodø, Stamsund, Svolvær.
This morning, between Nesna and Ørnes, you pass a globe on a small islet which heralds your crossing of the Arctic Circle. Passengers sailing in Arctic waters for the first time are given an Arctic Circle baptism by Njord, the ruler of the Seven Seas. This comes in the form of an ice cube down your front or back, but is entirely optional. In the evening you reach Svolvær, the main settlement on the Lofoten Islands. These islands are renowned for their small, picturesque fishing villages with their bohemian atmosphere surrounded by majestic granite cliffs and white sandy beaches. Complete your visit with a stroll between the stockfish racks and ‘rorbuer’, the traditional, red fishermen’s residences. The Lofoten Islands are a truly extraordinary experience.

Accommodation

N-class outside twin share cabin with window and private facilities.

Meals Included

1 x Breakfasts
1 x Lunches
1 x Dinners

Day 7: Tromsø - Gateway to the Arctic

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Ports visited today: Stokmarknes, Sortland, Risøyhamn, Harstad, Finnsnes, Tromsø ,Skjervøy.
During the night the ship navigates the narrow Raftsund strait. After a stop in Harstad, situated on the largest island of Norway, Hinnøya, you continue via Finnsnes to Tromsø for a prolonged stay. Many of the epic Arctic expeditions used Tromsø as a starting point; the famous explorer Roald Amundsen sourced both crew and supplies here. With the presence of the Norwegian Polar Institute, the city has cemented its position as the Polar Capital of Norway. Ishavskatedralen, the Arctic Cathedral, is the most famous landmark with its modern design and extraordinary stained glass window. Tromsø is also home to the world’s northernmost university and the large number of people arriving here has created a vibrant cultural scene with numerous restaurants and cafes constantly teeming with life.

Accommodation

N-class outside twin share cabin with window and private facilities.

Meals Included

1 x Breakfasts
1 x Lunches
1 x Dinners

Day 8: Honningsvåg and the North Cape

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Ports visited today: Øksfjord, Hammerfest, Havøysund, Honningsvåg, Kjøllefjord, Mehamn, Berlevåg.
Following the scenic sailing through Magerøysund and after an early stop in Hammerfest, you arrive in Honningsvåg. This small port is the gateway to the wonders of the spectacular North Cape which rises 300m from the ocean, and at 71° 10’ 21” north it puts you a mere 2,000 kilometres from the Geographical North Pole. Standing atop the North Cape Plateau you’ll get the eerie feeling of being at the end of the world. The area is also known for its birdlife, and Gjesværstappan, a bird sanctuary with up to 250,000 seabirds is home to some High Arctic species that can only be observed here on the Norwegian mainland. This evening, as you approach Kjøllefjord, you pass a rock formation that is sacred to the indigenous Sámi people, Finnkjerka.

Accommodation

N-class outside twin share cabin with window and private facilities.

Meals Included

1 x Breakfasts
1 x Lunches
1 x Dinners

Day 9: Disembark in Kirkenes

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Ports visited today: Båtsfjord, Vardø, Vadsø, Kirkenes, Berlevåg.
The last port on the Voyage North is Kirkenes. And at longitude 30 east, you are actually further east than Istanbul and St. Petersburg. The well-policed Russian border and the Kola peninsula are close by which explains why the road signs are written in both Norwegian and Russian.

At midday catch a flight from Kirkenes to Oslo where tour ends upon arrival.

Meals Included

1 x Breakfasts