The Coastal Express - Northern Lights

Bergen - Kirkenes - Bergen

Including direct flights from regional UK airports

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  • Direct flights to Bergen

    Choose between a range of regional airports in the UK

  • 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

  • Witness the enchanting Northern Lights

    Marvel at Norway's breathtaking natural lightshow

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Lowest rate - Sailing December 2025

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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.

Highlights of this voyage

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Bergen's UNESCO-listed Bryggen quarter is a joy to explore in winter
Day 1

Gateway to the Fjords

Bergen

Alesund Norway in winter
Day 2

Architectural and natural masterpieces

Ålesund

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

Discover medieval spirit

Trondheim

Svolvær is the largest settlement in the Lofoten Islands
Day 4

Welcome to the Arctic!

Bodø

Arctic Cathedral and Tromso Bridge
Day 5

Feel like a polar hero

Tromsø

North Cape plateau in winter
Day 6

Top of Europe - North Cape

Honningsvåg

A group of tourists on a snowmobile trip underneath the Northern Lights in Norway
Day 7

Capital of the Barents Region and turning point

Kirkenes

An aerial view of the port town of Hammerfest
Day 8

Surrounded by excitement

Hammerfest

MS Trollfjord sailing in Trollfjord in Norway
Day 9

Lofoten - Where nature amazes

Stokmarknes

Torghatten in winter, Norway
Day 10

Enjoy a date with the Seven Sisters

Brønnøysund

Nordlandet Church in the port of Kristiansund
Day 11

In Cod we trust

Trondheim

Snow covers the colourful houses of Bergen's Bryggen quarter
Day 12

Final chapter of the fairy tale

Bergen

The route

Optional excursions and extensions(0)

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What's included

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

Direct flights

Direct charter flights (round trip) from regional UK airports

Transfers

Transfers between the airport and ship

Choice of cabin/suite type and location

Select your preferred cabin or suite type and location to customize your stay

Suite only

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

Suite only

Choice of dining time

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

Complimentary Wi-Fi

Stay connected throughout the ship and in your cabin

Multi-lingual Expedition Team

Enrich your journey with insights, assistance, and tailored activities along the...

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Welcome basket

On-board welcome basket with sparkling wine to kick off your journey in style

Tea and black filter coffee

Unlimited selection of tea and black filter coffee

Suite only

Traditional wool sweater

A traditional Norwegian wool sweater, crafted for comfort and style in any weath...

Access to Hurtigruten photo program

Learn about how to take beautiful photos and get access to Hurtigruten Photo clu...

Daily themed lectures

Enjoy lectures offering fascinating insights into the culture, nature, and histo...

Our ships sailing this route(8)

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MS Kong Harald sailing quietly along the Norwegian coast

MS Kong Harald

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

MS Nordkapp

MS Nordnorge on a winter sailing near Molde

MS Nordnorge

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

MS Nordlys

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

MS Polarlys

MS Richard With arriving in the port of Finnsnes

MS Richard With

MS Vesterålen is the smallest ship in the Hurtigruten fleet

MS Vesterålen

Exploring the Norwegian coast with MS Midnatsol

MS Midnatsol

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