The Coastal Express

Bergen – Kirkenes – Bergen

The original Norwegian coastal voyage – connecting fjords, towns & people since 1893

MS Kong Harald Raftsundet Norway

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Our classic roundtrip route along the length of Norway’s coast, named ‘The World’s Most Beautiful Voyage’

The coastal voyage that started it all. Calling at 34 ports twice, and covering 2,500 nautical miles, you’ll see the best of Norway’s natural wonders and coastal towns over 12 enchanting days.  

  • The original Bergen-Kirkenes-Bergen (BKB) route

    Iconic towns, deep fjords and picturesque coastal villages

  • Full-board dining with Norway's Coastal Kitchen

    Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner made from the region's finest local ingredients

  • Comfortable cabins with private bathrooms

    Choose from spacious suites to inside or outside cabin options

  • Up to 6 port calls each day

    Short and long stops, offering a deeper look at coastal life

  • Enhance your voyage with optional seasonal excursions

    Such as hiking, dogsledding, boat safaris, e-bike tours and cultural visits

Price from

£1,523

pp

Full board

Lowest rate - Sailing December 2025

Revised NLP Logo 2024 Green Wave

If the aurora doesn't occur within sight of the ship on your voyage of 11 days or more, we'll give you a 6- or 7-day voyage free of charge. Valid for departures between 20 Sep - 31 Mar.

MS Trollfjord arriving in the port of Åndalsnes
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Our famous route connecting local communities since 1893

The route

You can drag or zoom in on the map to explore the route in more detail.

Optional excursions and extensions(20)

Choose these and many more when booking your voyage online, or take your time to decide and add them later in MyBooking.

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What's included

On board, you'll enjoy outstanding food, facilities and hospitality, so you can concentrate on simply enjoying the beauty of Norway.

Free Wi-Fi

Stay connected in your cabin and throughout the ship

Full-board dining

Daily breakfast, lunch & dinner at the ship’s main restaurant, Torget

Unlimited tea & filter coffee

Choose from our selection of teas & on-tap filter coffee, available all day

Choice of cabin/suite type

Select your preferred cabin or suite type

Knowledgeable Expedition Team

Tailored insights, guidance and activities - both onboard and ashore

Access to our Photo Programme & app

Share your snaps with your fellow passengers & enter daily photo competitions

Suite only

Welcome basket

Kick off your journey in style with sparkling wine and a basket of treats

Suite only

Flexible dining times

Pick a dining slot that works best for you

Suite only

Priority check-in

Enjoy fast-track check-in for a smooth and swift start to your journey

Suite only

Traditional Norwegian wool sweater

A warm, authentic Norwegian welcome gift that you can take home

Our ships sailing this route(7)

Different ships sail this route depending on your departure date – but you’ll stay on the same ship for the whole voyage.

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MS Kong Harald sailing quietly along the Norwegian coast
MS Nordkapp sailing on a summer’s day along the Norwegian coast
MS Nordnorge on a winter sailing near Molde
MS Nordlys sailing past Torghatten, an icon on the Norwegian coast
MS Polarlys sailing past the statue of Fiskerkona as it enters the port of Svolvær
MS Richard With arriving in the port of Finnsnes
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Special Offers(3)