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Since 1893, Hurtigruten Group has been offering passengers a new take on the cruising experience, with each voyage featuring an incredible variety of unique sights, experiences and excursions. Hurtigruten Coastal Express ships provide a daily lifeline to communities in some of the most beautiful and remote places along Norway’s western and northern coast between Bergen and Kirkenes. The cruise line also operates a daily passenger and freight shipping service as well as some of the world’s finest explorer voyages in Antarctica, Greenland, Iceland and Spitsbergen.
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View Cruise DealWhen the Norwegian government decided to create a connection between the north and the south, Richard With and his friend Anders Holthe took on the challenge of thoroughly mapping the seas along the coastline. In 1893, Captain Richard With’s steamer DS Vesteraalen was brought into regular service along the coast of Norway. This was the beginning of Hurtigruten. Over 120 years later, they are still a key part of Norwegian life.
Known as the ‘greenest fleet in the world,’ Hurtigruten Coastal Express leads the way with innovative technology for green and clean exploration. With the introduction of hybrid-powered ships, biodegradable hydraulic oils and lubricants as well as the promise to ban single-use plastics, Hurtigruten Coastal Express’ future is green.
Each ship is designed to allow you to fully appreciate the spectacular scenery through which they sail. Comfortable cabins, panoramic lounges and a friendly atmosphere comprise the core of the onboard experience. Informality is key leaving you free to relax and enjoy the landscapes at will, whilst the modest size of the ships encourages passengers to interact with like-minded, interesting people.
Hurtigruten Coastal Express boasts four cabin categories; Polar Inside, Polar Outside, Arctic Superior and Expedition Suite. Polar Inside cabins feature separate beds (one of which converts into a sofa) and a bathroom with a shower. Polar Outside cabins offer the same amenities as Polar Inside cabins while also benefitting from a picture window and a flat-screen television. Relaxation and comfort are the hallmarks of Hurtigruten Coastal Express’ Arctic Superior cabins. The cabins all have bathrooms with a shower and are equipped with tea and coffee-making facilities and a television. The Expedition Suites are the most luxurious cabins onboard. These cabins feature seating areas with a television, a bathroom with a shower and an exciting welcome gift.
From kayaking on the River Nid to husky sledging through the Arctic wilderness or fishing for piranhas in Maica Lake, Hurtigruten Coastal Express’ extensive collection of excursions offers more opportunities to delve deeper into what makes the cruise line the world’s leader in exploration travel. If you’re preparing for your trip to Norway to see the Northern Lights, take a look at Hurtigruten Coastal Express’ range of incredible excursions here.
With four excursion categories to choose from; Active, Culture, Nature and Food and four physical levels; Level 1, which is suitable for everyone, Level 2, which is suitable for most, Level 3, which is for average physical condition and Level 4, which is for good physical condition. There really is an excursion for everyone!
Whether you choose the lavish buffet or a three-course sit-down meal, you can rest assured that Hurtigruten Coastal Express’ chefs have used only the very best seasonal ingredients. Locally sourced fresh produce is collected from port each day and used to prepare a range of dishes, including traditional Norwegian seafood and the heavily African-influenced cuisine that characterises Brazil.
Hurtigruten Coastal Express will dazzle you with their specialised destination-focused itineraries. Travel with Hurtigruten Coastal Express and experience an ever-changing landscape of sapphire fjords, snow-capped peaks, quaint farms and bustling fishing villages hugging the Norwegian coastline - not forgetting, of course, the Northern Lights.
The Northern Lights Promise offers those travelling on Hurtigruten Coastal Express’ Northern Lights voyages the security of knowing that if you do not experience the aurora borealis, you will receive a free voyage to try again. Terms & Conditions apply, click here to find out more.
Yes, Wi–Fi is available onboard for a small fee, unless already included in your Select or Platinum fare.
Specific diets can be catered for if requested in good time. Passengers on strict diets may find that there is limited choice. A 3-course vegan menu is available in the evenings on voyages of 12 days.
It is not common practice to tip on Hurtigruten Coastal Express ships. If you feel that crew members should be rewarded for providing exceptional service, tip boxes are placed in the restaurant together with envelopes.
Visa, American Express, MasterCard and Diners Card are all accepted as payment options onboard.
Norwegian Kroner is the onboard currency.
There is no official dress code onboard but some guests choose to change to casual wear for dinner. The weather in Norway can vary during the course of each voyage (or even during the day) so we recommend reading our climate zone packing guide to ensure you’re ready for every possibility.
Hurtigruten Coastal Express recommends pre-booking shore excursions. This can be done up to 4 weeks prior to departure (2 weeks if paid by credit card) at the rates presented. Shore excursions are also available to book onboard but spaces may be limited. Please note: all excursions booked onboard will be charged in Norwegian Kroner.
The official languages on board are Norwegian and English, though some service crew also speak German. The majority of shore excursions are guided in 2 or 3 languages.