Bergen – Kirkenes – Bergen
The Coastal Express
The original Norwegian coastal voyage – connecting fjords, towns & people since 1893
- Regular departures
- 12 days
- 34 Places
- Full board
Start your day with a breakfast to remember at mainland Europe’s northernmost point on this scenic bus tour from Honningsvåg.
Highlights
Visit the North Cape early in the morning
Enjoy a tasty breakfast buffet while overlooking the Barents Sea
See a film about how the North Cape changes throughout the seasons
Admire the majestic Porsangerfjord from the bus
How it works
The North Cape rises 307 metres (1,000 feet) above the Arctic Ocean. Unlike the travellers of old who once had to climb up the cliff, you’ll be taking a bus from Honningsvåg all the way to the top. Here, you’ll have some time to explore the plateau and pose for photos at the iconic globe monument.
Your lavish buffet will be waiting in the North Cape Hall, where you can enjoy your breakfast while soaking up the views over the Barents Sea. Afterwards, learn more about the four seasons of the North Cape through a panoramic film, tour the chapel and small museum, or browse the souvenir shop.
On your way back, the bus travels through an underwater tunnel that connects the island of Magerøya with the mainland. It then continues south along majestic Porsangerfjord, before heading back towards the coast to Hammerfest, one of the world’s northernmost towns, where you’ll rejoin the ship.
Before you book
Activity level
Easy: Suitable for most people
Group size
Groups up to 252 guests
Availability
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Transport
Bus with guide
Food & drink
Breakfast
What to bring
Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing
Voyages with this excursion
This excursion is available on select Hurtigruten voyages along the Norwegian coast. Explore all voyages.
Available: Spring, Summer, Autumn
Kirkenes – Bergen
The Coastal Express – South
The southbound leg on our classic coastal voyage, exploring beautiful archipelagos & fjordlands
- Regular departures
- 6 days
- 33 Places
- Full board
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 Places
- Full board
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.
Other excursions in Honningsvåg
Discover more ways to explore this beautiful coastal destination
North Cape and King Crab Experience - Winter
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Winter, Spring
Birdwatching Safari & The North Cape
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Spring, Summer
Arctic Ice Fishing
Snowshoe across a lake, drill through the ice and fish for trout on this Arctic adventure.
Winter
Fishing Village Visit
Visit the world's northernmost fishing village, Christmas House and local gallery.
Year-round
Birdwatching Safari
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Spring, Summer, Autumn
RIB & King Crab Experience
Ride a RIB and haul king crab pots before a seafood feast at a scenic coastal spot.
Summer
Quad Biking to North Cape
Ride a quad bike across rugged Magerøya Island to the incredible North Cape.
Year-round
North Cape and King Crab Experience - Summer
Travel by bus to the northernmost point of mainland Europe before sampling local crab.
Year-round
Guest favourite
The North Cape
Travel by bus to North Cape, Europe's most northerly point, with panoramic Arctic views.
Year-round
Guest favourite
The North Cape
Travel by bus to the North Cape, Europe's northernmost point, for panoramic ocean views.
Year-round