The Helgeland Coast
A ‘highlight reel’ of natural and cultural treasures along the north Norwegian coastline
The Helgeland coast contains thousands of islands, characteristically steep mountains said to have been created by trolls in a boisterous legend, bird colonies, and the opportunity to paddle through a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Helgeland coast, which also crosses the Arctic Circle, is often singled out as one of the most enjoyable parts of the Hurtigruten sailing route.
Whether your voyage takes place during the endless summer days or in winter darkness with the Northern Lights, you will never forget your trip through this region, once home to Norway's famous 17th century poet-priest Petter Dass. This region has many highlights:
- The Vega Islands with their 6,500 islands, islets and skerries, and a special bird that produces prized down feathers, have been recognized in UNESCO’s World Heritage Site List since 2004.
- The Seven Sisters: Seven mountaintops alongside each other. They are so beautiful that a local legend claims that they are female trolls turned to stone.
- Torghatten, with its 98-feet-high, 82-feet-wide and 525-feet-deep hole right through the mountainside.
- The Arctic Circle, the southernmost point at which the Midnight Sun shines 24 hours a day.
The Helgeland Coast stretches from Rørvik up to Ørnes. Hurtigruten calls in at Brønnøysund, Sandnessjøen, and Nesna, and offers a number of excursions that bring you closer to the Norwegian people, nature, and culture.
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11 days Regular departuresThe Voyage of Discovery
- Discover the main sights of our scenic route of Norway, as we visit almost all of the 34 ports twice—first northbound and then southbound
- Soak in spectacular scenery any season of the year as we sail past more than 100 fjords and 1,000 mountains
- Spend half of your Norwegian cruise in the Arctic. During winter voyages, this maximizes your chances of seeing the Northern Lights. In the summer, you can enjoy 24 hours of daylight under the Midnight Sun.
- Take your pick from about nine optional hikes and the optional seasonal excursions (more than 70 in total) to enhance your coastal experience.
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6 days Regular departuresThe Voyage South
- Treat yourself to some of the best scenery of the Norwegian coast, including Senja, the Vesterålen Archipelago, the stunning Lofoten Islands, and the Helgeland coast
- Look out for whales and a range of Arctic birds, including the White-tailed Sea Eagle and many other migratory species
- The ship may also visit the Trollfjord between May and October. This voyage enters the narrow fjord and performs an impressive 180-degree maneuver.
- Join two optional hikes and up to 20 optional seasonal excursions, including a tour of the Lofoten Islands by boat or a horseback ride to a picturesque beach
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12 days Regular departuresThe Roundtrip Voyage
- Discover our full scenic route with 34 ports, visited twice (northbound and southbound), allowing you to really get to know the heart and soul of Norway’s coastline
- Bask in spectacular scenery any season of the year as we sail past more than 100 fjords and 1,000 mountains
- Spend half of your Norwegian cruise in the Arctic. During winter, this maximizes your chances of seeing the Northern Lights. In summer, you can enjoy 24 hours of daylight under the Midnight Sun.
- Take your pick from about nine optional hikes and a complete list of optional seasonal excursions (more than 70 in total) to enhance your coastal experience
Price from $ 3,554$ 3,021
