Discover Norway with Summer Snowhotel Stay

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Self-guided journey combining Arctic highlights, scenic cruising and urban exploration

Norway’s third-largest city, Trondheim is known for its colourful houses that line the Nid River

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Norway’s third-largest city, Trondheim is known for its colourful houses that line the Nid River
Enjoy a drink at the Snowhotel in Kirkenes, the first hotel in the world to be made entirely from snow and ice
Explore Hurtigruten’s history at the Hurtigrutemuseet in Stokmarknes, that takes the form of a massive ship in a bottle
Torghatten, the legendary mountain with a hole through its centre, rising from the Helgeland coast
Vigeland Park in Oslo is the world’s largest sculpture park containing works by one artist, and is home to 212 statues by Gustav Vigeland

An adventure in the far north with Snowhotel stay followed by a coastal cruise back south

Fly to Norway’s far north and settle into the famous Snowhotel. Savour king crabs and explore the Arctic wilderness at the edge of Scandinavia before enjoying a five-night Coastal Express cruise to Bergen, finishing with a scenic rail journey back to Oslo.

Price from

€2,879per person

Lowest rate - Sailing September 2026

  • Sail Norway in summer from north to south

    Discover fjords, mountains, remote islands and picturesque villages under the endless Midnight Sun

  • Get to know Norway’s two main cities

    Overnight stays in Oslo and Bergen give you plenty of time to connect with the culture

  • Full board included when on the Coastal Express

    Enjoy a delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner every day made from the region's finest local ingredients

  • Unescorted tour means more flexibility

    Feel free to do what interests you at your own pace in Bergen and Oslo

Highlights of this voyage

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Oslo

Oslo

Arrive in Oslo and explore its compact, cultural heart. Wander museums on Bygdøy, enjoy cafés and parks downtown, and visit the Royal Palace, home to Norway’s royal family since 1814.

Overnight at the Snowhotel

Overnight at the Snowhotel

Stay at the iconic Snowhotel in Kirkenes. Experience its stunning ice and snow architecture, enjoy a three-course dinner, and sleep in a unique snow room surrounded by Arctic wilderness.

King Crab Safari

King Crab Safari

Head out by RIB with local fishermen to haul king crab from Arctic waters. hen feast on the fresh catch in a rustic boathouse – an unforgettable taste of summer in the Far North.

Sail The Coastal Express

Sail The Coastal Express

Sail from Kirkenes to Bergen along Norway’s historic coast, past glacier-fed fjords and fishing villages glowing gold beneath the long, unbroken light of summer.

Bergen

Bergen

Explore Bergen, the Gateway to the Fjords. Wander Bryggen’s colourful wharves, explore cobbled lanes, visit the Fish Market, or ride the Fløibanen for panoramic views across the city and fjords.

Ride the Bergen Line

Ride the Bergen Line

Travel on the Bergensbanen from Bergen to Oslo. Cross the Hardangervidda plateau, Northern Europe’s highest railway, and enjoy cascading waterfalls, deep fjords, and majestic mountains along one of the world’s most scenic routes.

Lofoten wonders

Lofoten wonders

Sail beneath the jagged peaks of the Lofoten Wall, a dreamscape of sea and stone. Wander harbours lined with red rorbuer cabins and watch seabirds wheel above mirrored fjords.

Mighty Trollfjord

Mighty Trollfjord

Enter the narrow Trollfjord, where sheer cliffs rise on either side and waterfalls plunge from mountain ledges – a moment of pure drama in Norway’s untamed, elemental heart.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This tour combines a Hurtigruten coastal cruise with pre- and post-voyage land experiences. You’ll stay at the Snowhotel Kirkenes and in central Oslo, enjoy excursions like king crab fishing, and return to Oslo by train - giving you the full land-and-sea experience.

No. This is a self-guided tour, designed for travellers who prefer to explore independently. Everything is pre-arranged - from accommodation and transfers to your Hurtigruten voyage. You just follow the plan at your own pace.

Breakfast is included each morning during your hotel stays, and you’ll enjoy full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) on board your Hurtigruten cruise between Kirkenes and Bergen. While staying at the Snow Hotel, a 3-course dinner is also included.

Drinks are not included unless otherwise specified.

Your domestic flight from Oslo to Kirkenes is included, but international flights and airport transfers are not. Once the tour begins, all transfers listed in the itinerary are included.

Your package includes a one-night stay at the Snowhotel Kirkenes in a Snow Room (shared bathroom), as well as a one-night stay in both Bergen and Oslo in 4-star hotels.

On ship, you'll stay in a cabin category of your choice.

This tour includes a carefully curated mix of Arctic experiences. Pre-voyage, you’ll set out on king crab fishing excursion by RIB boat, tasting your fresh catch along the way. You will also travel to the Norwegian border to visit the Andersgrotta cave.

During your voyage, optional shore excursions can be booked at an additional cost.

Unfortunately, this tour is not recommended for guests who use a wheelchair or have limited mobility. Guests who can manage short walks and climb a few stairs should be able to join most activities comfortably. However, if a wheelchair is required, we would not recommend this particular tour.