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)
Ride your own snowmobile across the Nordkyn Peninsula, one of Europe’s most remote and pristine landscapes, passing through snow-covered valleys and mountain passes in the heart of the Polar Night.
Highlights
Experienced instructors will teach you how to operate your own snowmobile.
Drive your snowmobile through over the mountains at night.
Hear your guides tell stories about life in Finnmark County.
Gaze in awe at the magical Northern Lights should they appear during your ride.
How it works
After gearing up with your guides, you'll set off from Mehamn across mountain terrain and snow-covered valleys toward Kjøllefjord, one of Finnmark’s historic fishing communities.
Along the way, your guides will share stories about local life, Sámi culture, and the unique geography of this remote Arctic region.
The experience changes with the season. In winter, you may travel beneath the Northern Lights while surrounded by pristine snow-covered landscapes. In spring, longer daylight hours and milder temperatures bring a different perspective to the scenery, and the aurora may still make an appearance.
At the halfway point, you'll transfer to a short bus ride that takes you down to Kjøllefjord, where you'll rejoin the ship.
Before you book
Activity level
Active: Good mobility needed
Group size
Groups up to 20 guests
Availability
Winter, Spring
Transport
Bus
Food & drink
Coffee / Tea
What to bring
Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing
Good to know
Subject to weather and snow conditions. Minimum age: 6 years when accompanied by an adult. Valid driver’s license required.
Voyages with this excursion
This excursion is available on select Hurtigruten voyages along the Norwegian coast. Explore all voyages.
Available: Winter, Spring
Kirkenes – Bergen
The Coastal Express – South
The southbound leg on our classic coastal voyage, exploring beautiful archipelagos & fjordlands
- Regular departures
- 6 days
- 33 Stops
- Full board (breakfast, lunch, & dinner)
Helsinki - Kirkenes - Bergen - Reykjavik
Grand Nordic Adventure – Finland, Norway & Iceland
Guided land & sea tour including fjords, Blue Lagoon & Snowhotel visit
- May - September 2027
- 19 days
- 8 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.
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.