Arctic Capital to the Norwegian Border

Tromsø - Honningsvåg - Båtsfjord - Kirkenes

Tromsø, the North Cape & Norway's eastern edge in one short voyage

MS Nordnorge sailing through the Lyngenfjord

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MS Nordnorge sailing through the Lyngenfjord
The North Cape at sunset, the northernmost point of Europe
An aerial view over Tromsø
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The Northern Lights over the Norwegian coast

A short Arctic voyage through Norway’s far north to the border town of Kirkenes

Join us in exploring a stretch of the Norwegian that is rarely seen by tourists. Sailing from Tromsø to the remote northeast in just three days, this is the perfect taster for northern Norway. Spaces are vast, with islands and mountains wherever you look. If wild beauty is your thing and you have only a few days, this is the Norwegian cruise for you.  

Price from

$494per person

Lowest rate - Sailing May 2026

  • Explore Tromsø, the gateway to the north

    Experience this vibrant city’s unique culture and monuments

  • Stand at the iconic North Cape

    Visit mainland Europe’s northernmost point for dramatic views on this optional excursion

  • Seasonal wonders in the skies

    Experience the Midnight Sun in summer and Northern Lights in winter

Highlights of this voyage

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Tromsø gateway

Tromsø gateway

Discover Tromsø’s Arctic charm – from its cozy cafés and striking cathedral to the cable car on Mount Storsteinen, where vast views reveal the shifting light of sea, sky, and mountain.

Lyngen Alps

Lyngen Alps

Sail past the snow-clad Lyngen Alps – serrated mountains mirrored in still Arctic waters, their slopes shifting with cloud and light like a vast, living mural of the north.

The North Cape

The North Cape

Stand at the edge of Europe atop the North Cape plateau – a place of wind, vast skies, and unbroken horizons where the Arctic Ocean stretches toward the pole.

Slettnes lighthouse

Slettnes lighthouse

Spot Slettnes, the world’s northernmost mainland lighthouse – a steadfast tower on the edge of the Barents Sea, standing solitary amid shifting fog and the low Arctic light.

Remote Kirkenes

Remote Kirkenes

End your voyage near the eastern border in Kirkenes, a frontier town of snow hotels, wartime echoes, and quiet resilience where Norway’s coast meets the wide, frozen wilderness.

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A different kind of cruise experience

We’ve been carrying visitors, locals and cargo along the Coastal Express route, steady as the tides since 1893. Our iconic postal ships call at 34 picturesque ports between Bergen and Kirkenes all year round – but it’s never just about the schedule. It’s about feeling the true pulse of everyday life along “The World’s Most Beautiful Voyage”.

On an Original voyage, you don’t just cruise Norway’s coast. You live it.  

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Frequently Asked Questions

Meals aren’t included in your fare, but you can easily add a dining package when you book. Choose from breakfast, lunch, dinner – or a half- or full-board option. You can also buy food and drinks on board, with four restaurants to choose from.

Cabin numbers are assigned by us, but you can select your preferred cabin category when booking.

Norwegian and English are the official onboard languages. Some members of the Expedition Team, reception staff and service crew also speak German. On board MS Richard With, some of the Expedition Team also speak French. Most of our excursions are guided in two or three languages. Please contact the Expedition Team on board for further information.

No, excursions are not included in the price of the voyage. These can be booked for an additional cost - either when you book your voyage, in the My Booking portal, or with the Expedition Team on board.

Find out more about our excursions

There is so much more to do on board than just watch the Norwegian coast sail by. Our Expedition Team run daily lectures, presentations, on-deck talks and evening gatherings tailored to the season. Expect around 10–15 lectures on topics such as history, wildlife, geology and the Northern Lights (in winter) or the Midnight Sun (in summer). You’ll also find a sauna on board (open daily 06:00–22:00 - not on MS Vesterålen) and outdoor hot tubs on certain ships (MS Nordnorge, MS Nordkapp, MS Polarlys and MS Richard With).

Yes. We have a variety of options available with flights, transfers and hotels. For peace of mind, when you book the whole package directly with Hurtigruten, you’ll have access to assistance 24/7 including while you are traveling. Find out more:

Yes. All our ships welcome wheelchair users and have accessible cabins with automatic doors. Passengers need to bring their own wheelchair and, if assistance is required, travel with a companion. Please let us know at the time of booking so we can make the right arrangements.

Yes, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the ship - both in your cabin and in communal areas.

Tromsø to Kirkenes | 3-Day Cruise | Hurtigruten US