
Bergen - Svalbard - Bergen
The Svalbard Line
All-inclusive Arctic cruise to Svalbard & back, with fjords, wildlife & Midnight Sun
- July 2026 - September 2027
- 15 days
- 14 Ports
- All-inclusive

Get to know one of Northern Norway's most important exports on this exciting RIB adventure.
Travel by RIB with fishermen to their king crab cages in the Barents Sea
Learn about the history, anatomy, and importance of this fascinating creature
Enjoy a sumptuous king crab buffet in a rustic fjord-side boathouse
Arriving at the experience centre in Honningsvåg, you’ll be kitted out with a flotation suit and life jacket before boarding one of the RIB boats. As we zoom across the water towards Sarnes, you’ll stop at several crab pots to check the day’s catch, taking it with us to enjoy at our scenic picnic spot.
The crab will be cooked the traditional way: boiled in seawater, and served with soft bread, mayonnaise, and a slice of lemon. As the chef prepares your lunch, your guide will tell us more about the history of this impressive crustacean, and how it came to live in the waters of the northern Norwegian coastline.
Before heading back to Honningsvåg, enjoy a cup of tea or coffee by the bonfire in a modern Sami lavvo (tent).
Activity level
Active: Good mobility needed
Group size
Groups up to 24 guests
Availability
Summer
Transport
Boat
Food & drink
Lunch
What to bring
Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing
This excursion is available on select Hurtigruten voyages along the Norwegian coast. Explore all voyages.
Available: Summer

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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.
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.
Discover more ways to explore this beautiful coastal destination

From iconic views at North Cape to delicious king crab in Sarnes, join us as we experience the highlights of Honningsvåg in winter.
Winter, Spring

Visit North Cape then boat to Norway’s biggest bird cliffs, teeming with seabirds.
Spring, Summer

Snowshoe across a lake, drill through the ice and fish for trout on this Arctic adventure.
Winter
Visit the world's northernmost fishing village, Christmas House and local gallery.
Year-round
Explore Norway’s biggest bird cliffs by boat, seeking seabirds like Puffins and Sea Eagles.
Spring, Summer, Autumn

Ride a quad bike across rugged Magerøya Island to the incredible North Cape.
Year-round

Travel by bus to the northernmost point of mainland Europe before sampling local crab.
Year-round

Travel by bus to North Cape, Europe's most northerly point, with panoramic Arctic views.
Year-round

Enjoy a breakfast to remember at Europe’s northernmost point, overlooking the Barents Sea.
Spring, Summer, Autumn

Travel by bus to the North Cape, Europe's northernmost point, for panoramic ocean views.
Year-round