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
Experience the magic of Trollfjord from a small boat, while watching Sea Eagles soar in the skies above.
Highlights
Enjoy a scenic boat tour that takes you past islands and mountains around Lofoten
Sail into Trollfjord and maybe see your Coastal Express ship make an impressive 180° turn
Spot sea eagles, gulls, and other birds dive and feed on fish near your boat
Possibility of also seeing whales, porpoises, basking sharks, and seals
How it works
From your ship, you’ll board a smaller boat that takes you on a spectacular journey into Lofoten’s fjords, past islands and steep mountains, and towards the famous Trollfjord. Along the way, keep an eye out for Sea Eagles soaring overhead, whales surfacing in the water, and seals resting along the shores.
Trollfjord is only 2.5 kilometres long, yet rises with dramatic, sheer mountainsides on both sides. Your Coastal Express ship will sail into the fjord, navigating through its 100-metre entrance before performing its iconic 180° turn inside. From aboard the smaller boat, you’ll have the perfect front-row perspective to photograph and film this impressive manoeuvre.
As we approach Trollfjord, we begin attracting the surrounding birdlife with fish. Gulls may dive for fish right from your hand, while Sea Eagles circle the boat a few times before swooping down to take their meal from the water – an unforgettable opportunity to capture Northern Europe’s largest bird of prey in action.
Your boat will then continue onto Svolvær, where you will rejoin the ship.
Before you book
Activity level
Moderate: Getting on and off the tender boat requires good mobility and balance.
Group size
Groups up to 48 guests
Availability
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Transport
Boat
Food & drink
Coffee / Tea, Pastry / Cake / Chocolate
What to bring
Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing
Good to know
All eagle feeding takes place outside Trollfjord, and stops at the fjord’s entrance to preserve the tranquillity of this unique landscape.
Voyages with this excursion
This excursion is available on select Hurtigruten voyages along the Norwegian coast. Explore all voyages.
Available: Spring, Summer, Autumn
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.