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Immerse yourself in local folklore and natural beauty as you cruise by RIB through a trio of classic Norwegian fjords.

Highlights

Enjoy a thrilling RIB ride through the fjords

Scan the skies for majestic Sea Eagles and other Arctic seabirds

Hear stories of sorcery and trolls as you visit age-old settlements

How it works

You’ll board the RIB in Torsken, with a safety briefing before you head out to explore the intriguing waterworks that play an integral part in the region’s history. You'll then continue to the summer pastures on Skipsfjord’s southern edge, where women rowed from bank to bank twice a day for milking. Legend has it that once, the fjord teemed with so many whales that the women hesitated to cross, opting to row along its length instead.

The tales continue at Ostern, where you’ll delve into the tragic stories of two World War II airplane wrecks. Next up is Kjerringberget and the iconic Kjerringa rock formation which, according to legend, was cursed by a priest. Weather permitting, you might also be able to visit some of the enchanting small islets off the coast of Senja.

As you explore the fjords, keep an eye out for seals, otters and even small whales in the surrounding waters, as well as Sea Eagles and myriad seabirds in the skies above.

Before you book

Activity level

Moderate: Some mobility needed

Group size

Groups up to 20 guests

Availability

Summer

Transport

Walking

Food & drink

No food or drink included

What to bring

Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing

Voyages with this excursion

This excursion is available on selected Hurtigruten voyages along the Norwegian coast. Explore all voyages.

Available: Summer

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Longyearbyen - Bergen

Arctic Norway Frontier - Svalbard, Fjords & Oslo

Expedition voyage, premium cruise and scenic rail.

  • May - September 2027
  • 13 days
  • 5 Stops
  • Full board (breakfast, lunch, & dinner)
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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
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Longyearbyen - Bergen

The Svalbard Line - South

All-inclusive cruise from the High Arctic exploring fjords, islands & wildlife

  • July 2026 - September 2027
  • 8 days
  • 9 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.

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