Bergen – Kirkenes – Bergen
The Coastal Express
The original Norwegian coastal voyage – connecting fjords, towns & people since 1893
- Regular departures
- 12 days
- 34 Ports
- Full board
Enjoy a whistle-stop tour of Hammerfest's highlights before embarking on guided hike up Mount Salen, which rises above the town.
Highlights
Discover Hammerfest as we walk through the town before and after the ascent
Take a guided mountain hike from one of the northernmost towns in the world.
See the distinctive parish church of
and a monument to Ole Olsen
Get a magnificent view of the area and outlying islands from the mountain’s peak.
How it works
Setting out from the quay, you’ll enjoy a quick tour of Hammerfest’s landmarks before starting the hike. This includes its distinctive parish church, the monument to the Napoleonic Wars and Ole Olsen place, dedicated to the famous composer who was born here.
The guide will then lead you out of town to the zigzath path up Mount Salen. Walking to the top requires a good level of fitness, but the panoramas from the viewpoint are certainly worth the effort. On a clear day, you can enjoy incredible views of the islands Melkøya, Sørøya, and Seiland below.
Once you’ve taken in the scenery, your guide will lead you back down the path to the town centre, with a quick visit past the Arctic Culture Centre, before returning to the ship.
Before you book
Activity level
Challenging: Good mobility and fitness needed
Group size
Groups up to 30 guests
Availability
Year-round
Transport
Walking
Food & drink
Snacks
What to bring
Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing
Good to know
Walk approx. 2-3 km We recommend bringing a backpack with water bottle, extra clothing, camera, and sunglasses. Minimum age: 16 years old when accompanied by an adult
Voyages with this excursion
This excursion is available on select Hurtigruten voyages along the Norwegian coast. Explore all voyages.
Available: Year-round
Kirkenes – Bergen
The Coastal Express – South
The southbound leg on our classic coastal voyage, exploring beautiful archipelagos & fjordlands
- Regular departures
- 6 days
- 33 Ports
- Full board
Bergen - Kirkenes - Bergen
The Coastal Express - Northern Lights
Our classic route during aurora season, including direct flights from regional UK airports
- October 2026 - January 2027
- 12 days
- 34 Ports
- Full board
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.
