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Northern lights

Get a ringside seat to nature's own mesmerizing light show.

Spitsbergen

Realm of the polar bear.

King Crab

Introduced to the Barents Sea by Russian scientists, the red king crab is now an important part of...

10 tips on how to photograph the Northern Lights

On our voyages we see the Northern Lights almost every day. Follow our tips on how to capture the...

Antarctica

The most remote continent on Earth, in Pole position.

À la Carte Menu

Spoil yourself - upgrade to the à la carte menu and choose from the best products we collect along...

A Visit to Ny-Ålesund

The Last Town Before the North Pole, and a Post Office at the Edge of Civilization

Best Places to see the Northern Lights in Norway

Norway’s coastal ports are perfect for Aurora hunting. Here we have listed our 4 favourite ports to...

Bryggen

Bergen's UNESCO World Heritage Site underlines the city's long cosmopolitan history.

Europe

Visit historically important cities, towns and cultural sites in the homelands of many great...

Expedition Sailings in Norway

On board one of our expedition ships, you will get a new dimension to your voyage at the heart of...

Expedition teams on board MS Fram

Introducing our Expedition leaders, assistants and coordinators on MS Fram in Antarctica during the...

Expedition teams on MS Midnatsol

Gain insight into the lives of our experienced Expedition leaders, Assistant Expedition leaders and...

FAQ: The Northern Lights

What is the best time to see the Northern Lights? How cold will it get? How do I know if the lights...

Finnkirka

A sacred point where all pause to reflect on the hereafter.

Fishermen’s cabins (Rorbu)

Classic North Sea fishermen's shelters are now popular waterside holiday cottages.

Greenland

A green and white oasis in the middle of the rough sea, with exceptional interaction between man and...

Hestmannen

An iconic rock formation that inspired great myths.

Iceland

Where the ground is so hot it ventilates through hot springs, volcano eruptions and fiery saga tales...

In Search of the Great White Bear

Up until 1973 men hunted mercilessly for polar bears in the Arctic. Today, the only hunting we do...

Jostedalsbreen glacier

Previously an icy highway for isolated fjord dwellers, Europe's biggest glacier is now a skiers...

Kjeungskjær Lighthouse

One of Norway's most distinctive lighthouses guides traffic in and out of the Trondheim Fjord...

Lecturers on board MS Fram

MS Fram has been bringing guests closer to nature, wildlife and unforgettable experiences - enhanced...

Lecturers on board MS Midnatsol

Experience the vast white continent of Antarctica accompanied by passionate, expert lecturers and...

Lofoten and Vesterålen

Favoured by spawning cod - and tourists searching for the authentic Norway.

Lofotveggen (the Lofoten wall) and Vestfjorden

All voyagers sailing west past Vestfjorden eventually reach "The Wall”.

Lyngsalpene (The Lyngen Alps)

Ski-in, ski-out – right from your ship.

Midnight sun

If you do not stop staring at the sun, the sun won't stop staring back at you.

Nordfjord

A vast fjord region between Vestkapp and Europe’s largest glacier.

North Cape

At 71°10′21′′, North Cape is the northernmost point on the European mainland.

Norway

It is difficult to overstate the natural beauty of Norway.

Norway's Coastal Kitchen

Treat your taste buds as you sail through one of the most fantastic “pantries” in the world.

Norwegian Fjords

UNESCO World Heritage Sites, named among the “Best unspoiled travel destinations in the World” and...

Reindeer

Essential for Sami culture and life, the reindeer provides everything from clothes to food and is...

Resident lecturers on board MS Fram and MS Midnatsol

Risøyrenna (The Risøy channel)

A shallow sound transformed into a major shipping lane.

Sea eagle

Watching this majestic bird fly along while you are up on deck will make you wish you could fly...

Skrei

The Valentine's Fish has prepared its whole life to get on your plate.

Spitsbergen - next to the North Pole

No one plays The Four Seasons like Spitsbergen, the largest in the Svalbard group of islands.

Sunnmørsalpene (The Sunnmøre Alps)

Hiking in the mountains takes on a whole new meaning.

Svartisen Glacier

A destination equally spectacular to both travellers and scientists.

Svolværgeita («The Svolvær Goat»)

Leap from one mountaintop to another, 300 meters above the town of Svolvær.

The Arctic Circle

Crossing the line to the land of the Midnight Sun and the Northern Lights.

The Atlantic Ocean Road

Taste the sea and enjoy the coastal life along the world’s most scenic drive.

The Atlantic Puffin

A bird so special it even has its own festival.

The Geirangerfjord

An iconic attraction featuring many of the characteristic natural and cultural charms of the...

The Helgeland Coast

A highlight reel of natural and cultural treasures along the north Norwegian coastline.

The Hjørundfjord

Off the beaten track, discover a fjord treasured by royalty.

The Seven Sisters

Climb one, climb them all - or stay on deck and just admire.

The Trondheimsfjord

An historic voyage along the seaway where earls and powerful chieftains once set out to unite Norway...

The Vega Archipelago

6500 islands, islets and skerries and a distinctive bird with priceless feathers.

Top Five ways to see the Northern Lights with Hurtigruten

You will always remember the first time you saw the Lights

Torghatten

A hole in his hat was the price the King paid for saving several maidens in trouble.

Trollfjorden and Raftsundet

Fjords that cut inland through towering mountain ranges.

Trondenes Church

A medieval stone church once protected from roving bandits by its clever visual design.

Whales

The undisputed kings of the sea.

What are the Northern Lights and what causes them?

Ever since the Aurora Borealis were first seen, their beauty has mesmerised all who have witnessed...