
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)
Travel through the Hjørundfjord on a vintage ship before enjoying a traditional four-course meal at a historic farm.
Sail picture-perfect
Learn about life and traditions in the area from a local guide.
Visit the charming village of Sæbø.
Enjoy a delicious meal at
Step aboard the vintage 1949 motorship MS Bruvik for a scenic cruise through the breathtaking Hjørundfjord. Expert local guides will bring the fjord’s history, culture, and communities to life as you sail to the village of Sæbø.
From there, we’ll visit Rekkedal Guesthouse, a 16th-century working farm that has remained in the same family for 20 generations. Explore the farmyard before settling in beside a traditional fireplace for a four-course dinner in a beautifully preserved 1880 barn. Each course is introduced as it is served, with many ingredients sourced directly from the farm or nearby local producers.
With a satisfying meal behind us, we’ll return to Ålesund aboard MS Bruvik, surrounded by the spectacular scenery of Hjørundfjord.
Activity level
Moderate: Some mobility needed
Group size
Groups up to 48 guests
Availability
Winter
Transport
Boat
Food & drink
Lunch
What to bring
Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing
Good to know
Available to wheelchair users who can walk short distances. MS Bruvik has toilets onboard.
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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