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

Gateway to the Fjords

Bergen

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Alesund Norway in winter
Day 2

Architectural and natural masterpieces

Ålesund

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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

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Svolvær is the largest settlement in the Lofoten Islands
Day 4

Welcome to the Arctic!

Bodø

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Arctic Cathedral and Tromso Bridge
Day 5

Feel like a polar hero

Tromsø

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North Cape plateau in winter
Day 6

Top of Europe - North Cape

Honningsvåg

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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

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An aerial view of the port town of Hammerfest
Day 8

Surrounded by excitement

Hammerfest

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MS Trollfjord sailing in Trollfjord in Norway
Day 9

Lofoten - Where nature amazes

Stokmarknes

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Torghatten in winter, Norway
Day 10

Enjoy a date with the Seven Sisters

Brønnøysund

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Nordlandet Church in the port of Kristiansund
Day 11

In Cod we trust

Trondheim

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

Final chapter of the fairy tale

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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A couple on an Art Nouveau walking tour in Alesund
Day 2

Art Nouveau Walk (Spring & Winter)

Ålesund 2h

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Nov - Mar

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Day 2

Atlanterhavsparken Aquarium and Mount Aksla

Ålesund 2h

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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

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Sep - Oct + Nov - Mar

A pair of cyclists on a tour of Trondheim
Day 3

Cycling In Trondheim

Trondheim 2h 45min

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Apr - May + Jun - Aug + Sep - Oct

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

Saltstraumen Bodo Norway HGR 135821 Photo Shutterstock
Day 4

Experience Bodø and Saltstraumen

Bodø 2h 10min

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Day 5

Dog Sledding (Tromsø)

Tromsø 3h 30min

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Nov - Mar

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Day 5

The Arctic Capital: Tromsø

Tromsø 3h 30min

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The North Cape
Day 6

The North Cape Exclusive (Platinum guests only)

Honningsvåg 3h

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North Cape plateau in winter
Day 6

The North Cape

Honningsvåg 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

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

The Norwegian Border

Kirkenes 3h

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Day 8

Midnight Concert in Tromsø Cathedral

Tromsø 1h 15min

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The Midnight Sun over the North Cape, northern Norway
Day 8

Breakfast at the North Cape

Honningsvåg 6h

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Jun - Aug + Sep - Oct

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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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Nidaros Cathedral, Norway’s national shrine, was built over the burial place of the country’s patron saint, St. Olav
Day 11

Trondheim with Nidaros Cathedral

Trondheim 2h

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Sep - Oct + Nov - Mar

The hidden rooms of Nidaros Cathedral. The picture shows a cross and two lit candles inside Nidaros Cathedral
Day 11

The Hidden Rooms of Nidaros Cathedral

Trondheim 2h

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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.

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 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

Tea and black filter coffee

Enjoy our selection of tea and black filter coffee.

Daily themed lectures

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

Multi-lingual Expedition Team

Enrich your journey with insights, assistance and tailored activities.

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.

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(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