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)
Explore two of Trondheim’s most remarkable attractions: Nidaros Cathedral, Norway’s national shrine, and the Ringve Museum, a fascinating collection of musical instruments from around the world, housed in a beautiful manor.
Highlights
See and learn more about the city of
Visit beautiful
, Norway’s national shrine
Explore
and learn more about Norwegian music history
Admire the botanical gardens surrounding the museum
How it works
Our first stop in Trondheim is Nidaros Cathedral, Norway’s national shrine. Built over the burial site of the patron saint St. Olav, this Gothic masterpiece is filled with exquisite works of art and centuries of Norwegian history. After a guided tour of the cathedral, you’ll have free time to explore the surrounding area.
Next, we travel by bus to the Ringve Museum of Musical History, set within a beautiful manor house and botanical garden on the outskirts of the city. Once the childhood home of 18th-century naval hero Peter Wessel Tordenskiold, it now houses a fascinating collection of musical instruments from around the world. We’ll enjoy a guided tour of the house and gardens before boarding the bus back to the ship.
Before you book
Activity level
Moderate: Some mobility needed
Group size
Groups up to 49 guests
Availability
Spring, Summer, fall
Transport
Bus with guide
Food & drink
No food or drink included
What to bring
Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing
Good to know
On Sundays and bank holidays, guiding will take place outside the cathedral and in the Archbishop’s Palace due to church services being held inside the cathedral. Photography is not permitted inside Nidaros Cathedral or Ringve Museum.
Voyages with this excursion
This excursion is available on select Hurtigruten voyages along the Norwegian coast. Explore all voyages.
Available: Spring, Summer, fall
Bergen – Kirkenes
The Coastal Express – North
The northbound leg of our classic coastal route, from Bergen to Arctic Norway
- Regular departures
- 7 days
- 34 Stops
- Full board (breakfast, lunch, & dinner)
Bergen – Kirkenes – Trondheim
The Coastal Express – To the Viking Capital
The original Norwegian coastal voyage, returning via Trondheim – home of Viking kings
- Regular departures
- 11 days
- 34 Stops
- Full board (breakfast, lunch, & dinner)
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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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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Spring, Summer, fall
Kayaking on the River Nid
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Trondheim with Nidaros Cathedral
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Year-round
Trondheim with Nidaros Cathedral
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Guest favorite
Trondheim City Walk
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Year-round