
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)
Booking reference: HRS-TOS1
Discover the highlights of Tromsø on this guided bus tour, combining a cable-car ride to the top of Mount Storsteinen with visits to the iconic Arctic Cathedral and Full Steam Museum.
Get to know this cosmopolitan Arctic city through three of Tromsø’s key sights
Ride the cable car up Mount Storsteinen for spectacular views across city and sea
See the Arctic Cathedral, a daring architectural masterpiece and city landmark
Visit Polaria and learn all about life in the Arctic, from wildlife to polar research
Over the centuries, Tromsø has been the starting point for numerous polar expeditions, served as Norway’s seat of government, and been a destination for timber transport from Russian rivers. No wonder it’s now a vibrant hub for culture, research, and education.
Your tour begins with a ride on Tromsø’s famous cable car to the top of Mount Storsteinen (420 metres above sea level). Get your bearings as you take in the spectacular wintry views across the city and the fjords, mountains, and islands all around. Take a short walk on the plateau or warm up with hot chocolate as you admire the snow-dusted views from Fjellstua restaurant.
After, we stop at the Arctic Cathedral. Dominated by glass mosaic windows, its structure was inspired by Arctic nature.
Next is Polaria where you can watch Arctic Bearded and Harbour Seals swimming around the underwater tunnel, glimpse life in the Arctic Sea in the aquariums, and experience Arctic phenomena in the panoramic cinema. We finish our tour with some sightseeing around the island on our way back to the pier.
Activity level
Active: Good mobility needed
Group size
Groups up to 180 guests
Availability
Year-round
Transport
Bus
Food & drink
No food or drink included
What to bring
Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing
Good to know
Fjellheisen is not suitable for wheelchair users or guests with reduced mobility due to a long flight of stairs at the top and no lift
This excursion is available on selected Hurtigruten voyages along the Norwegian coast. Explore all voyages.
Available: Year-round

Oslo – Longyearbyen
Classic train ride & premium cruise taking in Norway & Svalbard

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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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