Lorraine Kelly’s Norwegian Odyssey
Join Lorraine Kelly on her journey along the Norwegian coast with Hurtigruten, now streaming on Channel 4.
Travel the length of Norway with Lorraine Kelly in this three-part Channel 4 documentary, supported by Hurtigruten.
In the series, broadcasting legend Lorraine sets out on a journey she’s dreamed of since childhood. Travelling mostly aboard our ships, she traces a route from the deep fjords of the west to the icy waters of the north.
Her goal? To meet the people who call this incredible coast home, to learn about life above the Arctic Circle and to chase the Northern Lights.
Along the way, Lorraine fishes from a 100-year-old boat, shares a fireside meal with a Sámi reindeer herder, drives a dog sled (watch out for that tree...) and finally sees the Northern Lights – a moment she’s waited for since she was five years old.
Whether she’s meeting Arctic chefs or foraging for seaweed in the Arctic surf, Lorraine brings her trademark warmth and curiosity to every encounter.
Watch the trailer below, or stream the full series now on Channel 4.
Episodes of Lorraine Kelly’s Norwegian Odyssey
Read our episode guides to see where Lorraine went, what she discovered and find out how you can follow in her footsteps.
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Episode 1: A journey into the fjords
Lorraine begins her Norwegian odyssey in the Art Nouveau town of Ålesund, sailing into dramatic fjords and centuries-old stories. Along the way, she swaps legends and laughter with locals, warms up – and cools down – in a fjord-side sauna, swings above the Hjørundfjord, and discovers Norway’s foodie capital.
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Episode 2: Life in the Arctic
Lorraine crosses into the Arctic, sailing into almost impossibly narrow Trollfjord and spotting Sea Eagles in Lofoten. She also dives into northern Norway’s food culture, visiting a zero-waste Arctic farm, sharing Sámi cooking by the fire, and harvesting seaweed straight from the icy sea.
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Episode 3: Chasing the Aurora
In the final episode, Lorraine’s journey continues in the Lofoten Islands, where she fishes for cod the traditional way and tastes Arctic flavours under the Midnight Sun. Travelling on to Tromsø, she goes dog sledding, explores polar history, and finally sees the Northern Lights – a lifelong dream fulfilled.
Follow in Lorraine's footsteps
Explore Norway's coast just like Lorraine did. Whatever your travel style, there’s a Hurtigruten cruise for you.
Experience the Coastal Express – with flights included
Follow the same legendary journey Lorraine took – but with return regional flights included from Gatwick, Stansted, Manchester and Newcastle on selected departures.
London Gatwick: 8 October 2026
London Stansted: 30 October 2026, 2 December 2026 & 24 December 2026
Manchester: 19 October 2026, 10 November 2026, 13 December 2026 & 4 January 2027
Newcastle: 21 November 2026 & 15 January 2027
This is Hurtigruten
For over 130 years, Hurtigruten has been part of life along Norway’s coast. Since 1893, our ships have connected remote communities, carried locals and travellers alike, and sailed one of the world’s most extraordinary coastlines, day after day, in every season.
Today, guests from around the world choose Hurtigruten not just for the sensational scenery, but for the authentic experience. From coastal food and locally led excursions to warm, personal service on board, our voyages are shaped by generations of knowledge of the Norwegian coast.
Experience Norway like Lorraine on Hurtigruten
Lorraine was moved by some of Norway’s most incredible scenery – but the moments that stand out the most aren’t just the views. Often, they were the things she did. From kayaking through a city by the sea to cod fishing from a 100-year-old boat and dog sledding near Tromsø, these hands-on experiences brought her closer to the people, stories and soul of Norway.
Whether she was harvesting seaweed in Arctic waters or tasting whisky aged under the Northern Lights, it was these moments that made the journey unforgettable. They’re the kind of meaningful encounters that reveal real life along the coast.
Join a Northern Lights cruise
Try dog sledding in Tromsø
Go cod fishing on MS Symra
Visit Kvitnes Gård and taste Arctic whisky
Go kayaking on the River Nid
Enjoy a Sea Eagle adventure by RIB
Norway is a place where the landscape is in charge, where myths come alive, and where people and nature are as one.
Where can I watch Lorraine Kelly’s Norwegian Odyssey?
The series is airing now on Channel 4. Each episode is available to stream on Channel 4 online shortly after broadcast - and you can watch Episodes 1 and 2 here.
What time is Lorraine Kelly’s Norwegian Odyssey on?
The final episode in this three-part series airs at 8pm on Thursday 29 January. The other two episodes are also available to stream online.
About Lorraine's voyage with Hurtigruten
Lorraine sailed on several ships during filming, including MS Richard With, MS Polarlys, MS Nordnorge and MS Kong Harald – all part of our Coastal Express fleet.
Lorraine sailed significant sections of our Original Coastal Express route, sailing year-round between Bergen and Kirkenes. You can book a full or partial voyage that mirrors large parts of Lorraine’s journey, with many of the same experiences available year-round. Or you can opt for our flight-inclusive package, with direct flights from Gatwick, Stansted, Manchester & Newcastle.
Go to our voyage hub to find the cruise that best suits you.
The Coastal Express sails to 34 ports over 12 days, travelling through fjords, crossing the Arctic Circle and rounding North Cape – the northernmost point of mainland Europe – between Bergen, Gateway to the Fjords, and Kirkenes near the Russian border.
It stops at towns like Ålesund, Trondheim and Tromsø as well as ports in the Lofoten Islands, Vesterålen and Norway’s far north.
The full cruise between Bergen and Kirkenes takes 12 days. You can also sail the route northbound (7 days) or southbound (6 days).
Yes. Lorraine travelled with Hurtigruten in both summer and winter. Each season offers something different – Northern Lights in winter, Midnight Sun in summer, and rich colour and culture year-round.
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