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
Travel through Hjørundfjord and Norangsdalen to discover mountain scenery, local history and a taste of rural Norway.
Highlights
Visit the small but charming village of Urke in the Sunnmøre Alps
Travel through one Norway’s’ narrowest valleys, Norangsdalen
See sights like Lyngstølvatnet Lake and historic Hotel Union Øye
How it works
While sailing into Hjørundfjord, you’ll board a tender boat that brings you ashore at the village of Urke, nestled amidst the scenic Sunnmøre Alps. From here, a bus takes you through Norangsdalen, one of Norway’s narrowest valleys.
Along the way, we’ll see Lyngstølvatnet Lake, created when a natural landslide dammed part of nearby Norang River and flooded the area. On days when the weather is calm, you can still see the ruins of a submerged farmstead from the surface of the water.
We’ll also pass though the village of Øye to see the distinctive Hotel Union Øye, where some of history’s most famous kings, queens, writers, composers and explorers have stayed.
We’ll make a final stop at a small shieling to enjoy some snacks and take in the magnificent landscape. The tour ends back in Urke, with time to visit the local grocers before rejoining the ship.
Before you book
Activity level
Easy: Getting on and off the tender boat requires good mobility and balance.
Group size
Groups up to 282 guests
Availability
Spring, Autumn
Transport
Bus with guide
Food & drink
Snacks
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, Autumn
Bergen – Kirkenes
The Coastal Express – North
The northbound leg of our classic coastal route, from Bergen to Arctic Norway
- Regular departures
- 7 days
- 34 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 Hjørundfjorden
Discover more ways to explore this beautiful coastal destination
Hike in Urke Valley
Hike the Urke Valley through mountain and river scenery, with lunch at the Urke Port House.
Spring, Summer, Autumn
E-Bike Tour in Hjørundfjorden
Explore Hjørundfjord by e-bike through the scenic Norangsdalen valley.
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Hike with a Visit to a Shieling
Hike fjord-side through meadows to a 19th-century farm, tasting local food.
Winter, Spring, Autumn
Mountain Hike in the Hjørundfjord
Hike above Hjørundfjord in the Sunnmøre Alps with fjord views and a hidden bear cave.
Winter, Spring, Autumn
Hidden treasures of the Hjørundfjord
Scenic boat and bus tour to a 16th-century farm, exploring the narrow Norangsdalen Valley.
Spring, Summer, Autumn