Tromsø – Oslo
The North Cape Line - South
All-inclusive cruise south from Arctic Norway in winter, under the glow of the aurora
- October 2026 - December 2027
- 9 days
- 8 Places
- All-inclusive
Visit two of Alta's most remarkable attractions in one excursion: its UNESCO World Heritage rock carvings and the iconic Northern Lights Cathedral.
Highlights
Take in the exhibition at Alta Museum about nearby discoveries of prehistoric rock art – the largest collection in Northern Europe
Get to know more about the history of Alta and enjoy views of Altafjord
Visit the landmark new Alta Cathedral, also known as the Northern Lights Cathedral
Understand the history and science of the Northern Lights through a fun and immersive exhibition and a unique presentation
How it works
You’ll meet your local guide and bus and begin with a short tour of Alta city centre, covering day-to-day life in the city considered the northernmost in the world.
Your first stop is the Alta Museum, home to Northern Europe's largest concentration of prehistoric rock art, discovered at the head of nearby Altafjord and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Exhibits include rock carvings found at the adjacent Hjemmeluft site – among them 'Pippi', the very first carving discovered in Alta – alongside displays on Sámi and Kven history, the local slate industry and the Alta River.
From there, you’ll continue to the remarkable Alta Cathedral – its titanium-clad spire spiralling skyward in a design inspired by the Northern Lights. During the long Arctic nights, the striking façade even reflects the aurora as it flickers overhead. Downstairs, the interactive Borealis Alta exhibition explores the science and Sámi mythology behind one of nature's most extraordinary phenomena.
Before you book
Activity level
Easy: Suitable for most people
Group size
Groups up to 88 guests
Availability
Winter, Spring, Autumn
Transport
Bus
Food & drink
No food or drink included
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: Winter, Spring, Autumn
Oslo - Honningsvåg - Oslo
The North Cape Line – Winter
All-inclusive winter cruise to Norway’s North Cape, chasing the Northern Lights
- September 2026 - December 2027
- 15 days
- 13 Places
- All-inclusive
Oslo - Honningsvåg - Copenhagen
The North Cape Line Special Christmas Voyage
All-inclusive winter cruise to Norway’s North Cape, chasing the Northern Lights
- December 2027
- 15 days
- 12 Places
- All-inclusive
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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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.
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