
Bergen – Kirkenes – Bergen
The Coastal Express – Roundtrip
The original Norwegian coastal voyage – connecting fjords, towns & people since 1893
- Regular departures
- 12 days
- 34 Stops
- Full board (breakfast, lunch, & dinner)
Drive your own husky sled team across snowy landscapes on this unforgettable experience in Northern Norway.
Enjoy an exhilarating self-drive ride on a sled pulled by huskies led by skilled mushers.
Admire winter landscapes, including forests, fjords, and snow-covered mountains.
Keep an eye out for the appearance of the magical Northern Lights.
Enjoy a hot drink and homemade cake served in a traditional Sámi
gamme
.
Our dog-sledding adventure begins in Tromsø Harbor, where you’ll board a bus for a scenic 50-minute drive to our camp in Breivikeidet, located in a picturesque valley near the sea. Upon arrival, friendly staff will welcome you, explain the safety procedures, and show you how to handle the sled.
Then it’s your turn. You’ll take the reins and drive your own team of huskies for approximately 0.6 miles (1 km), with a stop along the route for photos before switching places with your fellow passenger for the return journey.
Back at camp, you’ll have time to bond with your husky team and enjoy plenty of tail wags and cuddles. Afterward, join our knowledgeable guides indoors for hot drinks, cake, and fascinating insights into the lives of these remarkable dogs.
Once you’ve said your final goodbyes to the huskies, you’ll return to Tromsø with unforgettable memories and spectacular photos to take home.
Activity level
Challenging: Good mobility and fitness needed
Group size
Groups up to 24 guests
Availability
Winter
Transport
Bus
Food & drink
Coffee / Tea, Pastry / Cake / Chocolate
What to bring
Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing
Good to know
Minimum age: 4 years when accompanied by an adult. Subject to weather and snow conditions. For larger groups, participants may be split into two groups alternating between dog sledding and refreshments.
This excursion is available on select Hurtigruten voyages along the Norwegian coast. Explore all voyages.
Available: Winter

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

Bergen – Kirkenes
The northbound leg of our classic coastal route, from Bergen to Arctic Norway

Bergen – Kirkenes – Trondheim
The original Norwegian coastal voyage, returning via Trondheim – home of Viking kings
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.
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