Oslo - Honningsvåg - Oslo
The North Cape Line – Roundtrip
All-inclusive winter cruise to Norway’s North Cape, chasing the Northern Lights
- September 2026 - December 2027
- 15 days
- 13 Stops
- All meals & unlimited select drinks
Booking reference: HRS-ALF2
Highlights
Learn all about the history, culture and day-to-day life of Alta, also known as The Northern Lights City
Enjoy an exhilarating dog cart ride through peaceful autumnal scenery in every shade of red, yellow, brown and orange
Eat and drink around a roaring wood fire in a Sami herdsman’s tent, known as a lavvo
Get to know the dogs that live and work on the husky farm
About this excursion
During the bus ride to the husky farm, our local guide will tell us all about life in Alta. It’s home to Europe’s longest dog-sled race and plenty of dog-sledding enthusiasts.
At the husky farm, we’ll have a safety briefing. Then, in small groups of two or three, whizz along on a dog cart or sled driven by a trained guide for 20–30 minutes. In autumn, there’s no guarantee of snow, but the dogs love to pull carts with wheels, too. It’s a thrilling way to see the atmospheric autumnal countryside.
Back at the husky farm, share hot drinks and cookies around a crackling wood fire in a lavvo, a Sami herdsman’s tent. Our hosts will tell us about their extensive experience raising and racing sled dogs and answer all our questions.
There’s plenty of time to meet the sled dogs, too. Don’t forget to take a picture with them—they’re incredibly photogenic!
Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.
Practical information
Activity level
Active: Good mobility needed
Group size
Groups up to 39 guests
Availability
Winter, Fall
Voyages with this excursion
This excursion is available on select Hurtigruten voyages along the Norwegian coast. Explore all voyages.
Available: Winter, Fall
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.
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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.
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Dog-Sledding in Alta
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Visit the magical Igloo Hotel in Alta
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