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
Discover more about Norway's vast salmon-fishing industry at the Toft Aquaculture Centre, with a chance to feed the fish, use an underwater camera and sample the salmon for yourself.
Highlights
Take a short journey around the beautiful town of Brønnøysund
Enjoy an informative tour at the Norwegian Aquaculture Centre at Toft
Feed the salmon and hear about their marine life from experienced guides
Have a taste of the fresh local Norwegian salmon, famous around the world
How it works
You’ll begin with a short bus tour around the pretty town of Brønnøysund, before crossing the magnificent bridge to the Norwegian Aquaculture Centre in Toft. Here, your guides will tell the story of Norway’s vibrant salmon-fishing culture.
The Norwegian coast’s cool and clear waters offer the prime conditions for sustainable and responsible aquaculture. As a result, Norway is one of the world’s major exporters of fish and seafood with around 37 million people around the globe enjoying the country’s produce.
You can meet the salmon that grow here and see how they live, before feeding these beautiful creatures. You’ll also learn about the different technology that helps the salmon grow from egg to fish, and even get an opportunity to try an underwater camera to see the fish up close. Your visit will be rounded off by sampling a taste of the salmon that’s so internationally loved.
Before you book
Activity level
Moderate: Some mobility needed
Group size
Groups up to 37 guests
Availability
Year-round
Transport
Bus
Food & drink
Small 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: Year-round
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 Brønnøysund
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Torghatten Mountain Hike
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Legends of Torghatten and Brønnøysund - Summer
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Spring, Summer, Autumn
Brønnøysund by Bike
Cycle through historical Brønnøysund uncovering the town’s secrets on the way, from the surprising church to a showroom filled with modern art.
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Guest favourite
Hike to Torghatten Mountain
Hike to Torghatten Mountain's legendary hole and admire views of the Helgeland coast.
Summer, Autumn
Sea Adventure by RIB
Ride a RIB around Torghatten Mountain and photograph its famous hole from the open sea.
Spring, Summer