The Coastal Express

Bergen – Kirkenes – Bergen

Iconic route with bold fjords & mountains

MS Richard With sailing through the scenic Raftsundet in northern Norway

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Hurtigruten's original and iconic route
Stop at 34 unique ports from Bergen-Kirkenes
Full board with Norway's Coastal Kitchen
Enjoy locally sourced ingredients inspired by the region
Breathtaking scenery and optional excursions
Discover fjords, mountains, remote islands and 70+ excursions
Norway's UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Discover the charm of Bryggen in Bergen and beautiful Geirangerfjorden (seasonal)
Mindful travel
Protect Norway’s natural beauty responsibly

-20%

2,553 AUD

Original price from 3,191 AUD

Full board

Lowest rate - Sailing December 2025

12 days
34 Stops
Multiple
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Year-round departures

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If the aurora doesn't occur within sight of the ship on your 11+ day voyage, enjoy a free 6- or 7-day trip. Offer valid for departures from 20 Sep to 31 Mar.

MS Trollfjord arrived in the port of Åndalsnes

Our famous route connecting local communities since 1893

Itinerary

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A tourist takes a photo of the wooden buildings in Bryggen, Bergen

Day 1

All Aboard!

Bergen

Kayaks on the canal in front of a row of coloured houses in Ålesund

Day 2

Iconic Architecture and Fantastic Fjords

Ålesund

Nidaros Cathedral is one of Trondheim's most famous sights

Day 3

City of Kings and Palaces

Trondheim

Day 4

Into the Arctic

Bodø

Day 5

Capital of the Arctic

Tromsø

The North Cape Globe Monument under the Northern Lights

Day 6

Norway’s Northern Frontier

Honningsvåg

A snowmobile excursion under the Midnight Sun in Kirkenes

Day 7

Norway’s Eastern Edge

Kirkenes

An aerial view of the port town of Hammerfest

Day 8

From the Top of Europe

Hammerfest

MS Trollfjord sailing in Trollfjord in Norway

Day 9

High Peaks and Idyllic Islands

Svolvær

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

Day 10

A Landscape of Trolls

Brønnøysund

Day 11

Coastal Communities and Klippfisk

Trondheim

A Hurtigruten ship leaves the ferry terminal in Bergen

Day 12

Until Next Time

Bergen

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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The view over the spectacular Trollstigen Pass

Day 2

Geiranger With Trollstigen Pass

The Geirangerfjord 8h

Available

Jun - Aug

A couple on an Art Nouveau walking tour in Alesund

Day 2

Art Nouveau Walk (Spring & Winter)

Ålesund 2h

Available

Nov - Mar

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

Available

Sep - Oct + Nov - Mar

A man and his daughter looking at an interactive exhibit at the Ringve Museum in Trondheim

Day 3

Nidaros Cathedral & Ringve Museum

Trondheim 3h

Available

Apr - May + Jun - Aug

Day 4

Svartisen Glacier

Ørnes 5h

Available

Jun - Aug

Day 4

RIB Safari To Saltstraumen

Bodø 2h

Available

Apr - May + Jun - Aug + Sep - Oct

Day 5

Dog Sledding (Tromsø)

Tromsø 3h 30min

Available

Nov - Mar

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Day 5

The Arctic Capital: Tromsø

Tromsø 3h 30min

Available

all seasons

Day 6

The North Cape Exclusive (Platinum guests only)

Honningsvåg 3h

Available

all seasons

Day 6

The North Cape

Honningsvåg 3h

Available

all seasons

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

Day 7

Riverboat to the Norwegian Border

Kirkenes 2h 30min

Available

Jun - Aug + Sep - Oct

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

Day 7

The Norwegian Border

Kirkenes 3h

Available

all seasons

Day 8

Midnight Concert in Tromsø Cathedral

Tromsø 1h 15min

Available

all seasons

The Midnight Sun over the North Cape, northern Norway

Day 8

Breakfast at the North Cape

Honningsvåg 6h

Available

Jun - Aug + Sep - Oct

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Day 9

A Taste of Vesterålen

Harstad 4h 15min

Available

all seasons

Day 9

Lofoten Islands

Svolvær 3h 30min

Available

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

Available

Jun - Aug + Sep - Oct

A man holding a salmon just caught on a fishing trip

Day 10

Visit the Salmon

Brønnøysund 2h 30min

Available

all seasons

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Day 11

Trondheim With Nidaros Cathedral

Trondheim 2h

Available

all seasons

Day 11

The Hidden Rooms of Nidaros Cathedral

Trondheim 2h

Available

all seasons

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

Cabin location selection for Select/Cabin/Suite & 11+ day Signature voyages only

Suite only

Relax and rest easy with priority check-in

Enjoy fast-track check-in for a seamless and quick start to your journey

Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner) at Torget

Daily breakfast, lunch & dinner at the ship’s main restaurant, Torget

Selection of aromatic tea and black drip coffee

Savour our variety of aromatic teas and rich black drip coffee

Daily themed lectures on varied Norwegian topics

Enjoy insights into the culture, nature, and history of the places you explore

Knowledgeable and multi-lingual Expedition Team

Enrich your journey with insights, assistance and entertaining activities

Suite only

Welcome basket with sparkling wine

Kick off your journey in style with a welcome basket featuring sparkling wine

Suite only

Choice of dining time

Suite/Select fare offers flexible dining with a choice of available dining slots

Access to Photo Programme and photo sharing app

Share your photos with fellow passengers onboard as they share theirs with you

Enjoy staying connected with complimentary Wi-Fi

Stay connected with Suite/Select fare, or upgrade from Unspecified/Basic

Suite only

Traditional Norwegian wool sweater

Receive sweater upon embarkation for the 2025/26 season starting 1st April 2025

Our ships sailing this route(7)

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The Coastal Express

Itinerary

All Aboard!

Iconic Architecture and Fantastic Fjords

City of Kings and Palaces

Into the Arctic

Capital of the Arctic

Norway’s Northern Frontier

Norway’s Eastern Edge

From the Top of Europe

High Peaks and Idyllic Islands

A Landscape of Trolls

Coastal Communities and Klippfisk

Until Next Time

Optional excursions and extensions(20)

Geiranger With Trollstigen Pass

Art Nouveau Walk (Spring & Winter)

Trondheim with Nidaros Cathedral

Nidaros Cathedral & Ringve Museum

Svartisen Glacier

RIB Safari To Saltstraumen

Dog Sledding (Tromsø)

The Arctic Capital: Tromsø

The North Cape Exclusive (Platinum guests only)

The North Cape

Riverboat to the Norwegian Border

The Norwegian Border

Midnight Concert in Tromsø Cathedral

Breakfast at the North Cape

A Taste of Vesterålen

Lofoten Islands

UNESCO Vega Archipelago

Visit the Salmon

Trondheim With Nidaros Cathedral

The Hidden Rooms of Nidaros Cathedral

MS Kong Harald

MS Nordkapp

MS Nordnorge

MS Nordlys

MS Polarlys

MS Richard With

MS Midnatsol

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