Bergen – Kirkenes – Bergen
The Coastal Express – Roundtrip
The original Norwegian coastal voyage – connecting fjords, towns & people since 1893
- Regular departures
- 12 days
- 34 Stops
- Full board (breakfast, lunch, & dinner)
Embark on a boat trip from the historic fishing village of Gjesvær to the protected island group of Gjesværstappan, one of the most extraordinary birdwatching sites in northern Europe.
Highlights
Visit the small fishing village of Gjesvær which dates to the Viking era
Enjoy views of Gjesværstappan, a group of steep, grass-covered islands
Visit these outlying islands by boat to see one of Norway’s biggest bird cliffs
Spot seabirds such as puffins, kittiwakes, cormorants, razorbills, and skuas
How it works
You’ll travel by bus to Gjesvær, from where it’s a short boat trip to the islands of Gjesværstappan. The meeting of warm and cold ocean currents creates nutrient-rich waters here, while the islands’ steep cliffs provide ideal nesting conditions. The result is a paradise for seabirds – and for those who love to watch them. Bring your binoculars.
From the boat, you'll observe Finnmark’s largest Puffin colony alongside Kittiwakes, Sea Eagles, guillemots, razorbills, cormorants, Arctic skuas, Northern Fulmars and the impressive Northern Gannet. During nesting season, the cliffs fill with sound and movement as thousands of birds crowd every ledge. In autumn, look out for the British Storm-Petrel – Europe's smallest seabird.
Before you book
Activity level
Moderate: Some mobility needed
Group size
Groups up to 40 guests
Availability
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Transport
Bus with guide
Food & drink
No food or drink included
What to bring
Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing
Good to know
The tour is not suitable for persons with impaired mobility. Minimum age: 5 years old when accompanied by an adult We recommend you bring a pair of binoculars with you
Voyages with this excursion
This excursion is available on selected Hurtigruten voyages along the Norwegian coast. Explore all voyages.
Available: Spring, Summer, Autumn
Bergen – Kirkenes – Trondheim
The Coastal Express – To the Viking Capital
The original Norwegian coastal voyage, returning via Trondheim – home of Viking kings
- Regular departures
- 11 days
- 34 Stops
- Full board (breakfast, lunch, & dinner)
Bergen – Kirkenes
The Coastal Express – North
The northbound leg of our classic coastal route, from Bergen to Arctic Norway
- Regular departures
- 7 days
- 34 Stops
- Full board (breakfast, lunch, & dinner)
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the questions our guests ask most often
If an excursion is not fully booked, any remaining slots will be available for purchase on board through your Expedition Team. These will be charged in Norwegian Kroner at your ship’s exchange rate.
However, to ensure yourself a spot, we recommend booking in advance.
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If you booked through a travel agent, you can reach out to them for this information.
Yes, you will get a full refund to your original payment method. If that's not possible, we will reach out to check your payment details.
Each of our excursions has a rating to illustrate the level of fitness required. There are four categories, with 1 being the easiest and 4 the most difficult.
Level 1 = Easy: suitable for most
Excursions at this level are physically undemanding and suitable for most people. Level 2 = Moderate: some mobility needed
Excursions in this category involve a small amount of physical activity, but on easy terrain with few major challenges. Level 3 = Active: good mobility needed
Excursions in this category are more active and involve outdoor pursuits that require a decent level of fitness. You may be expected to carry your own backpack and equipment. They are not suitable for those with limited mobility.
Level 4 = Challenging: good mobility and fitness needed
These are our most challenging excursions, and require a good level of fitness. They may involve hiking or biking on uneven terrain and may also require specialist equipment. You would be expected to carry your own backpack and equipment. Excursions in this category are not suitable for those with limited mobility.
Prices can vary depending on the season you travel. Costs such as exchange rates and local prices may change from year to year, so we show a “starting from” price as a guide. The exact price will be confirmed when you book.
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