Awards & Accolades
Both consumers and industry specialists have been consistently impressed by Hurtigruten. Here are some of our recent awards:
Our commitment to authentic, sustainable and unforgettable voyages has been celebrated around the world. From industry awards to environmental accolades, we’re proud to be recognized for doing things differently – and doing them well.
We’ve been honored with prestigious awards from cruise experts, consumers and international media brands alike for our distinctive approach to small ship cruising, Norwegian fine dining and much more.
Read on to see some of the accolades we’ve collected in recent years.
Leading travel experts recognize Hurtigruten’s excellence
Recognized by Condé Nast Traveler, Travel Weekly, Global Tastemakers, and Friends of the Earth for travel experiences, food, and sustainability.
Travel Weekly's 2025 Gold Magellan Awards
Won two 2025 Gold Magellan Awards for Overall Cruise Destination Immersion on The Original Coastal Express and Overall Cruise Cuisine for Full Flavor and Zero Food Waste efforts.
Food & Wine's 2025 Top 10 Cruises for Food & Drink
Recognized for Norway's Coastal Kitchen concept.
No. 1 Friends of the Earth’s 2024 Cruise Ship Report Card
Ranked as the top operator in the 2024 Friends of the Earth Cruise Ship Report Card, earning a B+ rating.
Condé Nast 2024 Traveler's Bright Ideas List
Named to the list for its food waste reduction initiative, led by Culinary Director Øistein Nilsen.
Condé Nast 2025 Readers' Choice Awards
2024 Global Tastemakers' Top Cruise for Food & Drinks
Recognized by the 2024 Global Tastemakers for menus that reflect Norwegian heritage and support local communities.
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Small-ship cruises
Our ships are purpose-built for Norway’s shoreline. Smaller and more agile, they sail deep into fjords and dock in working harbours where larger ships cannot. With fewer guests onboard, the atmosphere is calm and personal – shaped by the rhythm of the sea and the life along the coast.
Caring for the coast that cares for us
For more than 130 years, the Norwegian coast has been our home and our livelihood. Connecting communities has always gone hand in hand with protecting the seas and landscapes we sail through. Today, that responsibility guides everything we do.
Norway’s Coastal Kitchen
Our talented team of chefs, mixologists, and sommeliers have gathered, refined and reimagined recipes from across Norway, past and present, crafting them into the most delicious dishes and drinks for a true feast for your senses.