Tromsø
Visit Tromsø’s Science Museum to deepen your Northern Lights knowledge. Explore interactive exhibits, enjoy a 360-degree Planetarium show, and learn from our expert astronomer during this illuminating Arctic experience.
Astronomy Voyage on Original
Bergen - Kirkenes - Bergen
Our classic route during aurora season, with expert astronomer & exclusive excursions
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Join an expert astronomer as we sail Norway’s Arctic coast under the Northern Lights
Head beyond the Arctic Circle under the dark skies of winter during peak aurora season. Enjoy lectures from our guest astronomer, visit Tromsø’s planetarium, and witness the Northern Lights illuminating fjords, mountains and fishing villages along our original Coastal Express route.
Price from
$3,260per person
Lowest rate - Sailing January 2027
12 days
Full board (breakfast, lunch, & dinner)
34 Stops
8 Departures
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 from Sep 20 to Mar 31.
Chase the Northern Lights, the elusive solar phenomenon
Witness the vibrant, dancing colors while on board
Expert insights into the Arctic night sky
Attend guest lectures on astronomy, the Northern Lights and celestial phenomena
Full-board dining with Norway's Coastal Kitchen
Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner made from the region's finest local ingredients
Exclusive visit to Tromsø’s planetarium
Explore Norway’s Northern Lights capital and its state-of-the-art planetarium
Northern Lights Promise
If the aurora doesn’t show, we’ll give you a 6-day voyage free of charge
Highlights of this voyage
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The North Cape
Arrive in Honningsvåg, gateway to the North Cape. Join an optional bus trip to the globe monument at Europe’s edge, passing roaming reindeer as you travel across the stark Arctic plateau.
Bergen
Start and end your voyage in historic Bergen – framed by mountains and sea. Wander Bryggen’s UNESCO-listed wharfs, explore secret passages, and savor the spirit of Norway’s most storied coastal city.
Fjords and waterfalls
Cruise into the UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord or the hidden Hjørundfjord – fjords framed by soaring cliffs, tumbling waterfalls and mountain farms that cling to the slopes above still, glacial-blue waters.
Art Nouveau Ålesund
Discover Ålesund’s elegant Art Nouveau architecture and lively harbors, where spires and sea meet under mountain light. Wander cobbled streets, visit local cafés, and watch fishing boats drift between colorful waterfront houses.
Lofoten wonders
Sail beneath the jagged peaks of the Lofoten Wall, a dreamscape of sea and stone. Wander harbors lined with red *rorbuer* cabins and watch seabirds wheel above mirrored fjords.
Trondheim heritage
Walk through Trondheim’s cobbled streets to Nidaros Cathedral – Norway’s Gothic masterpiece and sacred heart – then linger by the river cafés of Bakklandet, where old timber wharfs meet city life.
Mighty Trollfjord
Enter the narrow Trollfjord, where sheer cliffs rise on either side and waterfalls plunge from mountain ledges – a moment of pure drama in Norway’s untamed, elemental heart.
Coastal flavors
Savor Norway’s coast through its cuisine – from Arctic char and king crab to freshly baked bread and creamy *brunost* (brown cheese). Each meal celebrates local ingredients shaped by sea, season, and tradition.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between this tour and a Hurtigruten cruise-only voyage?
The Astronomy Voyage is a themed version of our Coastal Express voyage, sailing from Bergen to Kirkenes and back. It follows the same route and includes all the highlights, but with an added astronomy programme led by expert lecturers. You’ll attend talks, lectures and enjoy an exclusive visit to Tromsø’s planetarium - all designed to deepen your understanding of the Northern Lights and the night sky.
Is this a guided tour?
This tour includes a dedicated Tour Manager and a professional guest lecturer who accompany you throughout. However, it’s not a guided land tour - shore excursions along the coast remain optional (and at an additional cost) and are led by local guides.
Who are the expert astronomers?
Each Astronomy Voyage features one of our expert lecturers, depending on your departure date. All are leading voices in astronomy, with decades of experience bringing the wonders of the night sky to life.
Dr John Mason MBE (6 October 2026, 3 November 2026, 28 February 2027, 28 March 2027): A Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society and Principal Lecturer at the South Downs Planetarium in Chichester. He has appeared many times on the BBC’s The Sky at Night alongside Sir Patrick Moore.
Dr Sadie Jones (5 November 2026): Astronomy Public Engagement Leader at the University of Southampton. She runs the Aurora Zoo citizen science project, helping people around the world study and understand the Northern Lights.
Dr Darren Baskill (2 January 2027 & 30 March 2027): Lecturer and outreach officer at the University of Sussex, with over 25 years of public science experience. He previously worked at the Royal Observatory Greenwich, where he created the Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition.
Dr Daisy Dobrijevic (26 January 2027): Daisy Dobrijevic is the reference editor and astrotourism lead at Space.com, where she oversees skywatching content covering auroras, eclipses, meteor showers, and other major night-sky events.
You can meet all our Astronomy Voyage lecturers and read more about their lecture topics here.
What meals are included?
The tour is full board. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included, served in the ship's main restaurant. Unlimited tea, filter coffee and water are complimentary throughout the day, but other drinks are subject to payment.
What level of accommodation is included?
You can choose your cabin category when you book. We offer four types of cabin categories, ranging from cosy inside cabins to spacious suites.
Are flights and airport transfers included?
Flights and airport transfers are not included. You can arrange your own travel to and from Bergen, where the voyage begins and ends.
What excursions are included?
This voyage includes a guided visit to Tromsø’s planetarium on Day 5, plus an onboard lecture series led by your astronomy expert. Other optional shore excursions can be booked at an additional cost.
