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Sailing in the Lofoten and Vesterålen archipelagos, and discovering Norway's most famous fjords: Nordfjord, Hjeltefjord, Hjørundfjord

Main features
Boat model: Ship
Type: Yacht / Motoryacht > 24 m
Number of cabins: 325
Maximum capacity: 495 travelers
Crew members: 71

Cabin

Suite - Upper deck
These elegant suites are located on the upper deck and have two rooms and a sitting area. The suites also have TVs, internet access and magnificent views.
Mini Suite - Upper deck
These comfortable suites for two on the upper deck have double beds, and most also have a sofa area. The suites also have TVs, internet access and magnificent views.
Quadruple Mini Suite - Upper deck
These comfortable suites for four on the upper deck have double beds, and most also have a sofa area. The suites also have TVs, internet access and magnificent views.
Double cabin - Upper deck
Located on the upper deck, these comfortable outside cabins can accommodate up to two people. They have a double bed, armchair, TV and tea and coffee making facilities.
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NB : The pictures, information, and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The itinerary and program indicated may be modified without notice due to weather conditions or for technical reasons (captain's decision). Sailing times may vary depending on sea conditions and weather.

Itinerary

Bergen
Your journey begins in Bergen, Norway's second largest city and gateway to the fjords. Founded in... more+ 1070, Bergen's architecture is influenced by the Hanseatic League, a thriving 14th-century German trading organisation.

If you have time before your ship departs, visit the UNESCO-listed quays of the colourful Bryggen district, now a cobbled artisan quarter. Just across the street is the famous fish market, offering delicious seafood. You can also take the Fløibanen funicular up to the top of Mount Fløyen for a breathtaking view of the city.

To make the most of your stay in Norway, don't forget that we can help you organise excursions before or after your trip, thanks in particular to the Norway in a Nutshell programme.

Before boarding, you can relax in the comfort of our terminal passenger lounge. Once on board, enjoy the first of many delicious meals prepared from fresh coastal produce as we leave Bergen and sail the old Viking route along the Hjeltefjord.

You'll also meet your ship's Coastal Experts who will be your guides throughout our cruise of the Norwegian coastline, organising lectures, on-board activities and optional hikes.
 
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Bergen Floro Maloy Torvik Alesund Molde
Enjoy an early morning in the magnificent Nordfjord, near Torvik. We will then round the Western... more+ Cape and approach Ålesund. In summer, we'll head for the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage-listed Geirangerfjord*, passing through some of the most beautiful scenery Norway has to offer. Once in the fjord, you may be lucky enough to see the famous Seven Sisters waterfalls tumbling down the cliffs. In spring, from April to May*, and in autumn, from September to October, your boat will sail to Hjørundfjord, hidden in the Sunnmøre Alps. A stopover is also planned in the picturesque village of Urke to admire the thousand-year-old farms, the fjord and the lush mountainsides. The last port of the day is Molde. In summer, there may be just enough light to enjoy the incredible view of the 222 mountain peaks across the fjord known as the Molde Panorama. From mid-June to the end of August, the city's streets and gardens are adorned with fragrant roses of every colour, living up to its nickname of ‘City of Roses’.

Length of stopovers
-Florø: 2h45-3h00 (15 minutes)
-Måløy: 5.15-5.30 am (15 minutes)
-Torvik: 8:20-8:30 (10 minutes)
-Ålesund: 09:45 - 20:00 (15 minutes)
-Molde: 22:35-23:05 (30 minutes) 
Activities: Optional services: Visit to the village of Urke, more+
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Molde Kristiansund Trondheim Rorvik
On this part of the journey, we enter Norway's Trøndelag region, characterised by rolling hills,... more+ farmland and low-lying coastal villages. Founded by Viking chieftain Olav Tryggvason in 997, Trondheim is now Norway's third-largest city, with a mix of historic buildings and a thriving student population. You'll have three hours to explore Trondheim and its highlights, either on your own or on one of our optional excursions. Nidaros Cathedral, nicknamed ‘Our Lady of Norway’ because of its Gothic style, is considered to be the most sacred building in Norway. Close to the cathedral is the Archbishop's Palace, where the Norwegian Crown Jewels are displayed. Nearby, the city's old bridge, Gamle Bybro, spans the River Nidelva and marks the entrance to the old Hanseatic quarter of Bakklandet. The district's colourful wooden quays, set on stilts by the river, are now home to trendy restaurants. At the top of Bakklandet is the Kristiansten fortress, offering fine views over the city and the fjord. In the afternoon, the ship heads north-west, passing the ochre lighthouse of Kjeungskjær, islets and rocky reefs. After that, we'll head for the charming town of Rørvik.

Length of stopovers
-Kristiansund: 2h45-3h00 (15 minutes)
-Trondheim: 9.45am-12.45pm (1 hour)
-Rørvik: 21h40-22h00 (20 minutes) 
Activities: Optional services: Visit of the city of Trondheim, more+
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Rorvik Bronnoysund Sandnessjoen Nesna Ornes Bodo Stamsund Svolvaer
We cross the Arctic Circle early in the morning to begin our discovery of the Norwegian Arctic.... more+ This is marked by a traditional ceremony that's sure to wake you up! Above the Arctic Circle, the sun is visible 24 hours a day in summer, while in winter your chances of seeing the Aurora Borealis increase considerably. At 10 o'clock we'll be calling at Ørnes, close to Norway's second largest glacier, Svartisen. The jetty here is famous for its Love Bank, where lovers declare their love by attaching a padlock.
We then sail to Bodø, Northern Norway's second largest city, dominated by the peaks of the Børvass mountains. You can admire the fabulous street art or take an optional boat trip to the Saltstraumen, the world's most powerful maelstrom. This afternoon, the ship will enter the Lofoten archipelago. The 1,000-metre-high Lofoten Wall is an impressive sight on the horizon, as if it were there to greet us. The port of Stamsund is home to one of the largest fishing fleets on the islands. Activity is particularly intense from January to April, when Arctic cod, known locally as skrei, swim north from the Barents Sea to Vestfjord to spawn. In the evening, the sight of rows of traditional fishermen's huts on stilts, known as rorbus, will mark your arrival in the pretty port of Svolvær, the main town on the Lofoten Islands.

Length of stopovers
-Brønnøysund 1h35-1h45 (10 minutes)
-Sandnessjøen 4h35-4h50 (15 minutes)
-Nesna 6h00-6h10 (10 minutes)
-Ørnes 10.00-10.10 (10 minutes)
-Bodø 13:05-15:20 (2 hours, 25 minutes)
-Stamsund 7.15pm-7.40pm (25 minutes)
-Svolvær 21h20-22h15 (55 minutes) 
Activities: Optional services: Boat trip to the Saltstraumen, more+
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Svolvaer Stokmarknes Sortland Risoyhamn Harstad Finnsnes Tromso Skjervoy
We dock in Harstad just after 7.00am, giving you the chance to take an early morning stroll around... more+ the town while it's still peaceful. The ship will then continue on to Finnsnes, which connects to the beautiful island of Senja via the impressive Gisund Bridge. Keep an eye out for the various seabirds, including puffins, of which there are several colonies nearby. You may also spot whales in these waters, especially in winter. We then head to Tromsø, the historic capital of Arctic exploration, where you have four hours to explore the town or take an optional excursion. You'll find Polaria, the world's most northerly aquarium, right on the waterfront. And there are plenty of shops and restaurants to choose from in the city centre, including Mack's Brewery and the Ølhallen pub, a popular local café. And don't forget the trendy cafés serving delicious cinnamon rolls and where baristas compete to create innovative works of coffee art. On the other side of the fjord, from where the ship is moored, you should be able to see the iconic Arctic Cathedral with its magnificent mosaic of stained glass windows. We leave Tromsø in the early evening and head north to the trading post of Skjervøy, founded in 1622. On the way, we pass the Lyngen Alps, towering majestically above the sea.

Length of stopovers
-Stokmarknes 1h30-1h40 (10 minutes)
-Sortland 2h55-3h10 (15 minutes)
-Risøyhamn 4h35-4h50 (15 minutes)
-Harstad 7.10am-7.45am (35 minutes)
-Finnsnes 11.00-11.30 (30 minutes)
-Tromsø 14h15-18h15 (4 hours)
-Skjervøy 22h10-22h25 (15 minutes) 
Activities: Optional services: Visit of the city of Tromso, Visit to the Polaria aquarium, more+
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Skjervoy Oksfjord Hammerfest Honningsvag Kjollefjord Mehamn Berlevag
The ship will reach the town of Hammerfest on the island of Kvaløya early in the morning. In... more+ summer, the island is home to herds of reindeer, which migrate here in their thousands. You'll know we've arrived in Havøysund when you see the wind turbines at the famous Havøyglaven wind farm, which produces enough electricity to power 6,000 local homes. We arrive in Honningsvåg, the gateway to the North Cape, mid-morning. A monument in the shape of a globe marks the northernmost point of continental Europe. The optional excursion to the spectacular promontory is very popular, so early booking is recommended. Near the entrance to the village of Kjøllefjord, look out for Finnkirka, an impressive building-shaped rock formation. This ancient sacrificial site was once used by the Sámi natives. You can take an optional excursion to meet local Sámi, learn about their life as reindeer herders and listen to Joik folk songs. We reach Mehamn, our most northerly port of call, in the evening. If you visit in February and March, you'll be able to see tonnes of cod drying in the open air on wooden racks called hjell, mainly for export. The ship then sets sail for Berlevåg. On the way, we pass the great Slettnes lighthouse, the most northerly continental lighthouse in the world.

Length of stopovers
-Øksfjord 1h50-2h00 (10 minutes)
-Hammerfest 5.05am-5.45am (40 minutes)
-Havøysund 8.30am-8.45am (15 minutes)
-Honningsvåg 10.55am-2.30pm (3 hours, 35 minutes)
-Kjøllefjord 16.40-17.00 (20 minutes)
-Mehamn 18h55-19h15 (30 minutes)
-Berlevåg 22h00-22h10 (10 minutes) 
Activities: Optional services: Excursion to the North Cape, Excursion to meet the Sami people, more+
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Berlevag Batsfjord Vardo Vadso Kirkenes Vardo Batsfjord Berlevag
We'll stop in Båtsfjord and Vardø overnight, before docking in Vadsø early in the morning.
The... more+ area around Vadsø is one of the most beautiful and popular birdwatching areas in the Arctic, as it lies directly on the migratory route of birds from the east. Keep an eye out for mantled crows and eagles.
Once we've reached Kirkenes after breakfast, you'll have travelled even further east than St Petersburg and Istanbul. You can choose from a number of optional excursions to explore the town.
Kirkenes is where your cruise along the Norwegian coast changes direction and the ship heads south. Many of the places we visited at night will now be visible during the day.
Back in Vardø, you can visit the solemn Witches' Memorial and the star-shaped Vardøhus fortress, built in 1737. The most northerly fortification in existence, it still belongs to the army.
We'll return to the bustling little harbour of Båtsfjord, then make our way to Berlevåg in the late evening, crossing the path of the ship sailing north.

Length of stopovers
-Båtsfjord 00h00-00h30 (30 minutes)
-Vardø 3h30-3h45 (15 minutes)
-Vadsø 6.55am-7.10am (15 minutes)
-Kirkenes 9am-12.30pm (3 hours, 30 minutes)
-Vardø 16.05-17.00 (55 minutes)
-Båtsfjord 20h00-20h30 (30 minutes)
-Berlevåg 22h25-22h35 (10 minutes) 
Activities: Optional services: Visit to the fortress of Vardøhus, more+
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Berlevag Mehamn Kjollefjord Honningsvag Havoysund Hammerfest Oksfjord Skjervoy Tromso
We call at Mehamn and Kjøllefjord overnight before visiting Honningsvåg and Havøysund early in... more+ the morning. In the early afternoon, you'll spend some time in Hammerfest, once the most northerly town in the world before Longyearbyen in Spitsbergen claimed the title. See the UNESCO-listed Meridian Column, buy souvenirs at the Polar Bear Society, or take the path behind the town to the viewpoint at Mount Salen. We continue sailing along the Norwegian coastline south to Øksfjord, then on to Skjervøy, surrounded by mountain peaks. We'll dock in this vital fishing port since 1896. If you visit in winter, you may catch a glimpse of orcas and humpback whales that gather here to feed on herring. On the way to Tromsø, you can also see the Lyngen Alps, home to some of Norway's highest peaks. You'll dock in Tromsø just before midnight. During the summer months, it's possible to stroll through the still-bustling town in daylight 24 hours a day.

Length of stopovers
-Mehamn 1h20-1h30 (10 minutes)
-Kjøllefjord 3h25-3h35 (10 minutes)
-Honningsvåg 5.45-6.00 (15 minutes)
-Havøysund 8.00am-8.15am (15 minutes)
-Hammerfest 11.00-12.45 (1 hour 45 minutes)
-Øksfjord 3.50pm-4.05pm (15 minutes)
-Skjervøy 7.30pm-7.45pm (15 minutes)
-Tromsø 23:45-1:30 (1 hour, 45 minutes) 
Activities: Optional services: Visit to the Meridian column, more+
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Tromso Finnsnes Harstad Risoyhamn Sortland Stokmarknes Svolvaer Stamsund
Today, you'll explore the Lofoten and Vesterålen archipelagos, the real highlights of our... more+ panoramic itinerary in Norway.

After Finnsnes, early in the morning the ship will call at Harstad, where on the peninsula stands the church of Trondenes, the most northerly whitewashed medieval stone church in the world.

Next comes our smallest port of call, Risøyhamn, then Sortland, where the landscape slowly changes from rolling hills to 1,000-metre mountains.

It was in Stokmarknes that Captain Richard With founded the Coastal Express line in 1893. Visit the Hurtigrutemuseet, which tells the story of our heritage. Like some bottles containing miniature models of ships, this building houses a decommissioned vessel built in 1956.

Sailing through the Raftsund Strait, the captain can choose to take the ship into the narrow Trollfjord. The mountain walls will seem so close you'll think you can brush against them! To leave the fjord, the ship will have to rotate 180 degrees on the spot, then leave again. Don't forget to keep an eye out for eagles here too.
We arrive in Svolvær in the evening. The huge mountain overlooking the town is called the Svolvær goat because of its supposed resemblance. We'll let you decide for yourself!

The ship will then head for Stamsund, past the giant granite cliffs of the Lofoten Wall.

Length of stopovers
-Tromsø 23h45-1h30 (1 hour, 45 minutes)
-Finnsnes 4.20am-4.40am (20 minutes)
-Harstad 8.00-8.30 (30 minutes)
-Risøyhamn 10.45am-11.00am (15 minutes)
-Sortland 12.30-13.00 (30 minutes)
-Stokmarknes 14:15-15:15 (1 hour)
-Svolvær 18h30-20h30 (2 hours)
-Stamsund 22h15-22h30 (15 minutes) 
Activities: Optional services: Visit to the Hurtigruten Museum, more+
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Stamsund Bodo Ornes Nesna Sandnessjoen Bronnoysund Rorvik
The ship will call at Bodø in the early morning, then at Ørnes at 7.00 am. We'll then cross the... more+ Arctic Circle just after breakfast. Commemorate this moment with a traditional spoonful of good old cod liver oil! We'll stop briefly in Nesna before sailing on to Sandnessjøen, the gateway to the magnificent Helgeland coastline.
Admire the breathtaking scenery of the Seven Sisters mountain range, whose peaks reach heights of 1,100 metres. The story goes that seven beautiful troll princesses, fleeing an unwanted suitor, were surprised by the sunrise, which transformed them into the seven magnificent mountains you see today. Nor should you miss Torghatten mountain, with its distinctive hole. A local legend explains why and how this hole in the mountain came to be. Ask your Coastal Expert to tell you! We'll reach Brønnøysund by mid-afternoon. Explore the bustling marina as you stroll along the Havnegata. At the heart of the town is Brønnøy Church: a neo-Gothic stone church dating from 1870. Our last stop of the day will be at the friendly fishing port of Rørvik, in the picturesque archipelago of Vikna.

Length of stopovers
-Bodø 2h30-3h30 (1 hour)
-Ørnes 6h25-6h35 (10 minutes)
-Nesna 10h25-10h35 (10 minutes)
-Sandnessjøen 11:45-12:15 (30 minutes)
-Brønnøysund 15.00-17.25 (2 hours, 25 minutes)
-Rørvik 21.00-21.30 (30 minutes) 
Activities: Optional services: Excursion to Brønnøysund, more+
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Rorvik Trondheim
The ship will arrive in Trondheim early in the morning. Then it's time to say goodbye to the new... more+ friends you've made on board, including the Captain, crew and fellow passengers.
If you have time before your flight home or your next adventure, why not wander around Trondheim in the early hours of the morning when the city wakes up, or even extend your stay by a night or two?

Visit the sacred Nidaros Cathedral, the burial place of Saint Olav. Then walk over to the Gamle Bybro bridge to take a few photos on the River Nidelva.

Treat yourself to a good coffee and a Nordic pastry in one of the many chic cafés in the Bakklandet district, then climb up to Kristiansten fortress for a breathtaking view of Norway's third-largest city.

Your trip doesn't have to end in Trondheim. We offer a choice of optional post-trip programmes that you can add to your cruise, including a visit to Oslo.

One of the advantages of disembarking in Trondheim is that you can take the seven-hour, 548-kilometre scenic route through Norway on the Dovre Railway to Oslo. The line passes through the magnificent Gudbrandsdalen valley and the majestic Dovrefjell mountain range. This is a very pleasant way to end your coastal cruise in Norway.
 
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Possibility to privatize the boat on request
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On-board lectures and presentations on the history, biology, geography, geology and culture of the destinations visited.
Introductory photography presentations giving you advice and tips on setting up your camera
Farewell gathering
Captain's dinner
English-speaking guide
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Transfers
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Travel insurance
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Tips for guides and/or crew
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request
Activities and excursions upon request more+

Activities

Ferry, walk to Urke and up the valley. The first group walks to the shieling, the second group does a shorter walk. Meal at Urke Port House and then you’ll enjoy your boat back.
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Hop on a bus to discover Trondheim, an old town with a rich historical and cultural heritage that was also one of Norway's main academic and research centres.
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A boat trip to discover the Saltstraumen, the most powerful tidal current in the world. Familiarise yourself with the history and geology of this fascinating region during the boat trip.
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The North Cape plateau stretches 307 meters above the Arctic Ocean. Welcome to Europe's northernmost point. Unlike previous passengers who had to climb to the top of the cliff, a bus from Honningsvåg will take you to your destination. You'll have plenty of... more+ time to stroll around the plateau and take photos in front of the monumental globe.
Enjoy a generous breakfast buffet in the North Cape Hall as you gaze out over the Barents Sea, before experiencing the four seasons of the North Cape through a panoramic film. In the North Cape Hall, inside the cliff, you can buy handcrafted gifts for your loved ones in the gift store and visit the chapel and small museum.
Departing from Honningsvåg, we take an underwater tunnel that links the town to the mainland. The bus then takes us south along the majestic Porsangerfjord, before heading back along the coast to Hammerfest, one of the world's most northerly towns. 
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Experience a Sami experience in a small Sami village, Maze, with local reindeer herders! The Sami, the indigenous people in northern Norway, have a vibrant and colorful culture, both past and present. This tour provides an opportunity for guests to learn... more+ more about their old ways and modern life. 
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On arrival in Hammerfest, the bus will take us to the Finnmark and Northern Troms Museum of Reconstruction. Here, you'll learn about the considerable efforts made to rebuild the region of Northern Norway after the Second World War.
We then head for the... more+ Meridian Column, the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Hammerfest. This monument marks the northernmost measuring point of the Struve Geodetic Arc, a chain of triangulation markers used to establish the exact shape and size of the Earth.
The last stop on our tour is Mount Salen. On the way to the top of the mountain, your erudite guide will tell you all about Hammerfest's unique history. From the summit, you'll enjoy a sumptuous panorama of the city below. 
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Enjoy a guided tour of Hurtigrutemusset in Stokmarknes to explore our history, housed in a full-sized ship: MS Finnmarken from 1956.
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After a bus tour of the pretty town of Brønnøysund, we'll enjoy an exceptional view as we cross the magnificent bridge to the Norwegian aquaculture center of Toft.
Once there, our guides will tell us the story of Norway's dynamic salmon-fishing culture.... more+ You'll see the salmon raised at the center and how they live, before helping the staff feed these remarkable creatures.
 
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