Oslo – Longyearbyen
Arctic Norway Frontier – Oslo, Fjords & Svalbard
Classic train ride & premium cruise taking in Norway & Svalbard
- May - September 2027
- 13 days
- 5 Stops
- Full board (breakfast, lunch, & dinner)
Combine the iconic North Cape with an unforgettable birdwatching experience at one of Norway's most impressive bird cliffs.
Highlights
Stand at continental Europe’s most northerly point
Enjoy a boat ride to see one of Norway’s biggest bird cliffs
Spot seabirds such as puffins, kittiwakes, cormorants, gannets, and shags
How it works
You'll first travel by bus above the 71st parallel to North Cape – a dramatic clifftop plateau rising 307 metres from the ocean at the very top of continental Europe.
You can visit North Cape Hall, where a 180° panoramic film takes you through the region across all four seasons, while underground tunnel exhibitions trace the area's long history. The complex also includes the world's northernmost chapel, a small museum and a souvenir shop.
From North Cape, you continue to Gjesvær – a historic Viking fishing village of just 100 inhabitants – where a boat takes you out to the islands of Gjesværstappan. The meeting of warm and cold ocean currents creates nutrient-rich waters, and the steep island cliffs provide ideal nesting conditions for thousands of seabirds.
From the boat, look out for Finnmark's largest Puffin colony alongside Kittiwakes, Sea Eagles, Guillemots, Razorbills, Cormorants, Arctic Skuas and Northern fulmars. During nesting season, the cliffs are alive with sound and movement.
Before you book
Activity level
Moderate: Some mobility needed
Group size
Groups up to 40 guests
Availability
Spring, Summer
Transport
Bus
Food & drink
No food or drink included
What to bring
Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing
Good to know
Binoculars recommended
Voyages with this excursion
This excursion is available on selected Hurtigruten voyages along the Norwegian coast. Explore all voyages.
Available: Spring, Summer
Bergen - Longyearbyen - Bergen
The Svalbard Line – Roundtrip
All-inclusive Arctic cruise to Svalbard & back, with fjords, wildlife & Midnight Sun
- July 2026 - September 2027
- 15 days
- 14 Stops
- All meals & unlimited selected drinks included
Bergen – Longyearbyen
The Svalbard Line – North
All-inclusive Arctic cruise north to Svalbard, sailing fjords under the Midnight Sun
- July 2026 - September 2027
- 8 days
- 7 Stops
- All meals & unlimited selected drinks included
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.
You will be able to view them all by logging into your booking here.
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.
Other excursions in Honningsvåg
Discover more ways to explore this beautiful coastal destination
North Cape and King Crab Experience - Winter
From iconic views at North Cape to delicious king crab in Sarnes, join us to experience the highlights of Honningsvåg in winter.
Winter, Spring
Arctic Ice Fishing
Snowshoe across a lake, drill through the ice and fish for trout on this Arctic adventure.
Winter
Fishing Village Visit
Visit the world's northernmost fishing village, Christmas House and local gallery.
Year-round
Birdwatching Safari
Explore Norway’s biggest bird cliffs by boat, seeking seabirds like Puffins and Sea Eagles.
Spring, Summer, Autumn
RIB & King Crab Experience
Ride a RIB and haul king crab pots before a seafood feast at a scenic coastal spot.
Summer
Quad Biking to North Cape
Ride a quad bike across rugged Magerøya Island to the incredible North Cape.
Year-round
North Cape and King Crab Experience - Summer
Travel by bus to the northernmost point of mainland Europe before sampling local crab.
Year-round
Guest favourite
The North Cape
Travel by bus to North Cape, Europe's most northerly point, with panoramic Arctic views.
Year-round
Guest favourite
Breakfast at the North Cape
Enjoy a breakfast to remember at Europe’s northernmost point, overlooking the Barents Sea.
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Guest favourite
The North Cape
Travel by bus to the North Cape, Europe's northernmost point, for panoramic ocean views.
Year-round