Norway Tromsø - Kirkenes
Duration: 3 days
£ 196 per person
- See the midnight sun in summer and possibly the northern lights in winter
- Explore the beautiful and wild nature of the coastline in Troms and Finnmark
- Attend talks or take part in activities with our expedition team along the way
- See the 13 northernmost harbours
Itinerary
Tromsø – Skjervøy
After arriving in Tromsø you can spend some time exploring this lively town. Since Tromsø has been the set-off point for so many Arctic expeditions, and because the Norwegian Polar Institute is located in the town, Tromsø is without a doubt Norway’s Polar city. The Arctic Cathedral (Tromsdalen Church), with its beautiful glass mosaics, is the best known landmark, and was named after its distinctive architecture; the bright sides and shape itself reminiscent of icebergs. The world’s northernmost university, as well as all the visitors who come here, give Tromsø a lively and cosmopolitan atmosphere. The restaurants and cafes are always full of people and life. The ship sets sail late in the afternoon.
Øksfjord - Berlevåg
The ship sails through the Magerøysund sound and after an early stop in Hammerfest, we arrive in Honningsvåg. From here, you can join an excursion to the spectacular North Cape, which rises up above the sea at 71°10’21”N, and which is only 2000 km from the geographic North Pole. The ship continues northward along the coast of Lappland. When we approach Kjøllefjord, we pass by the old sacrificial site of the Sami people, the Finnkjerka rock formation.
Båtsfjord - Kirkenes
The last port in this voyage northward is Kirkenes. Located at 30°E, you’ll now be further east than Istanbul and St. Petersburg. The Russian border is close by, and all signs are written in both Norwegian and Russian.
In the centre of Kirkenes you’ll find the Russia monument and the Wartime Mothers monument, which were erected after the Second World War. Kirkenes has a rich history and you’ll learn much of it by visiting the The Borderland Museum and the Savio Museum. If you have time before you travel back home, we recommend you spend some time exploring Kirkenes.
What's included
Included in your voyage
- Cruise with Hurtigruten in an unspecified cabin
Your cabin will be allocated when you check in - Breakfast included
You can upgrade to full board by contacting our customer service team
Not included in your voyage
- Flights & transfers
- Travel insurance
- Optional excursions
- Luggage handling
Notes
- Prices are in GBP per person based on two people travelling together sharing a twin cabin
- Not all cabin categories are available for all departures
- Single cabin pricing available on request
- Hurtigruten has a flexible pricing system and all prices are capacity controlled and subject to availability.
Ships
MS Nordkapp
| Year built | 1996 |
| Year of refurbishment | 2016 |
| Ship yard | Kværner Kleven (N) |
| Passenger capacity | 590 |
| Beds | 480 |
| Car capacity | 24 |
| Gross tonnage | 11,386 |
| Length | 123.3 m |
| Beam | 19.5 m |
| Speed | 18 knots |
MS Nordkapp is named after the northernmost point on mainland Europe: North Cape (71ºN) - one of the geographical highpoints you can visit on a Hurtigruten voyage.
MS Finnmarken
| Year built | 2002 |
| Year of refurbishment | 2020 |
| Ship yard | Kværner Kleven (N) |
| Passenger capacity | 919 |
| Beds | 617 |
| Car capacity | 0 |
| Gross tonnage | 15,690 |
| Length | 138.5 m |
| Beam | 21.5 m |
| Speed | 18 knots |
On board MS Finnmarken you find Hurtigruten´s relaxed style combined with a bit of luxury.
MS Kong Harald
| Year built | 1993 |
| Year of refurbishment | 2016 |
| Ship yard | Volkswerft (Germany) |
| Passenger capacity | 590 |
| Beds | 498 |
| Gross tonnage | 11,204 |
| Length | 121.8 m |
| Beam | 19.2 m |
| Speed | 17 knots |
Norway's reigning monarch, a seasoned sailor, lends his name to this remarkable vessel.
MS Lofoten
| Year built | 1964 (Mod. 2003) |
| Ship yard | Aker Mek. Verk. (N) |
| Passenger capacity | 400 |
| Beds | 151 |
| Car capacity | 0 |
| Gross tonnage | 2,621 |
| Length | 87.4 m |
| Beam | 13.26 m |
| Speed | 16 knots |
MS Lofoten - our old-time favourite - was launched in Oslo in 1964. The ship´s classic maritime style and informal atmosphere inspires genuine nostalgia in her passengers.
MS Midnatsol
| Year built | 2003 |
| Ship yard | Fosen Mek. Verk. (N) |
| Passenger capacity | 970 (500 in Antarctica) |
| Beds | 632 |
| Car capacity | 32 |
| Gross tonnage | 16,151 |
| Length | 135.75 m |
| Beam | 21.5 m |
| Speed | 18 knots |
The MS Midnatsol (Midnight Sun) is dedicated to the wonders of Arctic summer. The ship sails along the Norwegian coast from May to September, and is part of our global Explorer sailings during the rest of the year.
MS Nordlys
| Year built | 1994 |
| Year of refurbishment | 2019 |
| Ship yard | Volkswerft (D) |
| Passenger capacity | 590 |
| Beds | 471 |
| Car capacity | 24 |
| Gross tonnage | 11,204 |
| Length | 121.8 m |
| Beam | 19.2 m |
| Speed | 18 knots |
Both the name and the interior design of this modern expedition ship are inspired by the spectacular Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis).
MS Nordnorge
| Year built | 1997 |
| Year of refurbishment | 2016 |
| Ship yard | Kværner Kleven (N) |
| Passenger capacity | 590 |
| Beds | 476 |
| Car capacity | 32 |
| Gross tonnage | 11,384 |
| Length | 123.3 m |
| Beam | 19.5 m |
| Speed | 18 knots |
MS Nordnorge is aptly named for northern Norway, most of which lies above the Arctic Circle.
MS Polarlys
| Year built | 1996 |
| Year of refurbishment | 2016 |
| Ship yard | Ulstein Mek. Verk. (N) |
| Passenger capacity | 619 |
| Beds | 503 |
| Car capacity | 26 |
| Gross tonnage | 11,341 |
| Length | 123 m |
| Beam | 19.5 m |
| Speed | 18 knots |
Polarlys is Norwegian for `polar light´, and refers to the natural Arctic phenomenon we pursue in winter.
MS Richard With
| Year built | 1993 |
| Year of refurbishment | 2018 |
| Ship yard | Volkswerft (D) |
| Passenger capacity | 590 |
| Beds | 458 |
| Car capacity | 12 |
| Gross tonnage | 11,205 |
| Length | 121.8 m |
| Beam | 19.2 m |
| Speed | 18 knots |
MS Richard With proudly carries the name of Hurtigruten's founder. It is aptly designed and built in classic maritime style.
MS Trollfjord
| Year built | 2002 |
| Ship yard | Fosen Mek. Verk. (N) |
| Passenger capacity | 822 |
| Beds | 638 |
| Car capacity | 35 |
| Gross tonnage | 16,140 |
| Length | 135.75 m |
| Beam | 21.5 m |
| Speed | 18 knots |
The ship is named after the spectacular Trollfjord in Lofoten. Inside she provides spectacular comfort, modern facilities and interior design that makes extensive use of Norwegian wood and stone.
MS Vesterålen
| Year built | 1983 |
| Year of refurbishment | 1995 |
| Ship yard | Kaarbø Mek. Verk. |
| Passenger capacity | 490 |
| Beds | 301 |
| Car capacity | 24 |
| Gross tonnage | 6,261 |
| Length | 108.55 m |
| Beam | 16.5 m |
| Speed | 17.5 knots |
MS Vesterålen is named after the first Hurtigruten ship that sailed along Norway´s rugged coastline in 1893. She is one of our smaller boats and has an intimate on-board atmosphere.
MS Spitsbergen
| Year built | 2009 |
| Year of refurbishment | 2016 |
| Ship yard | Estaleiro Navais de Viana do Castelo (POR) |
| Passenger capacity | 335 |
| Beds | 243 |
| Car capacity | 0 |
| Gross tonnage | 7,344 |
| Length | 100.54m |
| Beam | 18m |
| Speed | 14.5 knots |
Our new ship, MS Spitsbergen will take you on a voyage beyond the ordinary.
Practical information
Day 3
Eventyrets siste kapittel - Bergen
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