Oslo - Honningsvåg - Oslo
The North Cape Line
All-inclusive winter cruise to Norway’s North Cape, chasing the Northern Lights
- September 2026 - December 2027
- 15 days
- 13 Ports
- All-inclusive
Take a cable car to the highest of Bergen's seven mountains for sweeping fjord views, then explore the city's rich heritage at the Fantoft Stave Church and the UNESCO-listed Bryggen Wharf.
Highlights
Learn about Bergen’s rich heritage and soak up picturesque coastal scenery
Explore UNESCO-listed Bryggen Wharf and delve into the city's seafaring past
Visit the majestic Fantoft Stave Church, a striking 12th-century wooden masterpiece
Enjoy a thrilling ride on the Ulriken Cable Car, offering breathtaking panoramic views
How it works
Your adventure begins with a spectacular ascent on the Ulriken Cable Car. Reaching the highest of Bergen’s seven mountains in just five minutes, awe-inspiring fjord views await at the summit. Take in the breathtaking panoramas and capture unforgettable moments from this elevated vantage point.
Next, you'll visit the Fantoft Stave Church, a wooden masterpiece dating back to 1150. Here, your guide will explain why stave churches are considered Norway’s greatest contribution to European architecture. This beautiful example of medieval craftsmanship offers a glimpse into Norway's cultural history.
Your journey continues through the city centre, passing the Music Pavilion and art museums, home to works by Edvard Munch. Finally, you'll explore the historic Bryggen district and the UNESCO-listed Hanseatic Wharf. As you stroll its cobblestone alleyways, your guide will reveal the city's seafaring traditions and merchant past. You'll see Bergenhus Fortress, King Haakon’s Hall and St. Mary’s Church, the oldest building in the city, each site adding depth and context to Bergen's storied past.
Before you book
Activity level
Moderate: Some mobility needed
Group size
Groups up to 300 guests
Availability
Year-round
Transport
Walking
Food & drink
No food or drink included
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible: Yes; however, Fantoft Stave Church is not accessible due to high thresholds. The church closes when snow is on the ground to protect the wooden structure. In these cases, guiding takes place outside.
Voyages with this excursion
This excursion is available on select Hurtigruten voyages along the Norwegian coast. Explore all voyages.
Available: Year-round
Tromsø – Oslo
The North Cape Line - South
All-inclusive cruise south from Arctic Norway in winter, under the glow of the aurora
- October 2026 - December 2027
- 9 days
- 8 Ports
- All-inclusive
Oslo - Honningsvåg - Copenhagen
The North Cape Line Special Christmas Voyage
All-inclusive winter cruise to Norway’s North Cape, chasing the Northern Lights
- December 2027
- 15 days
- 12 Ports
- All-inclusive
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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