The Coastal Express – North & The Snowhotel

Bergen - Kirkenes

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Experience Norway’s dramatic landscapes
Discover stunning Nordic fjords and mountains
View Norway’s unique wildlife
Witness animals that thrive along the coast, from whales to birds
Cross into the Arctic Circle
Enter a world of adventure, excitement, and natural beauty
Enjoy a unique Arctic experience at the Snowhotel
Overnight at this extraordinary hotel constructed from snow and ice
Full board with Norway's Coastal Kitchen
Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner made from the region's finest local ingredients

8 days
35 Places
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Bergen's UNESCO-listed Bryggen quarter is a joy to explore in winter

Day 1

Your adventure begins!

Bergen

Kayaks on the canal in front of a row of coloured houses in Ålesund

Day 2

Iconic Architecture and Fantastic Fjords

Ålesund

Nidaros Cathedral is one of Trondheim's most famous sights

Day 3

City of Kings and Palaces

Trondheim

Day 4

Into the Arctic

Bodø

Day 5

Capital of the Arctic

Tromsø

The North Cape Globe Monument under the Northern Lights

Day 6

Norway’s Northern Frontier

Honningsvåg

Day 7

Norway’s Eastern Edge

Kirkenes

Day 8

Kirkenes & Goodbye

Kirkenes

The route

Optional excursions and extensions(20)

Choose these and many more when booking your voyage online, or take your time to decide and add them later in MyBooking.

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The view over the spectacular Trollstigen Pass

Day 2

Geiranger With Trollstigen Pass

The Geirangerfjord 8h

Available

Jun - Aug

A couple on an Art Nouveau walking tour in Alesund

Day 2

Art Nouveau Walk (Spring & Winter)

Ålesund 2h

Available

Nov - Mar

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Day 2

Art Nouveau Walk (Spring & Autumn)

Ålesund 1h 30min

Available

Sep - Oct + Apr - May

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Day 2

Atlanterhavsparken Aquarium and Ålesund

Ålesund 2h

Available

Nov - Mar

Nidaros Cathedral, Norway’s national shrine, was built over the burial place of the country’s patron saint, St. Olav

Day 3

Trondheim with Nidaros Cathedral

Trondheim 2h

Available

Sep - Oct + Nov - Mar

A man and his daughter looking at an interactive exhibit at the Ringve Museum in Trondheim

Day 3

Nidaros Cathedral & Ringve Museum

Trondheim 3h

Available

Apr - May + Jun - Aug

You can explore the sights of Trondheim on an optional guided tour

Day 3

Trondheim City Walk

Trondheim 3h

Available

all seasons

A pair of cyclists on a tour of Trondheim

Day 3

Cycling In Trondheim

Trondheim 2h 45min

Available

Apr - May + Jun - Aug + Sep - Oct

Day 4

Svartisen Glacier

Ørnes 5h

Available

Jun - Aug

Day 4

RIB Safari To Saltstraumen

Bodø 2h

Available

Apr - May + Jun - Aug + Sep - Oct

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Day 4

Experience Bodø and Saltstraumen

Bodø 2h 10min

Available

all seasons

Day 4

Arctic Coastal Walk

Bodø 2h 10min

Available

all seasons

Day 5

Dog Sledding (Tromsø)

Tromsø 3h 30min

Available

Nov - Mar

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Day 5

The Arctic Capital: Tromsø

Tromsø 3h 30min

Available

all seasons

Day 5

Polar History Walk

Tromsø 2h 30min

Available

Nov - Mar

Skiing trip Coastal Expedition Norway HGR 136607 Agurtxane Concellon

Day 5

Cross-Country Skiing

Tromsø 3h

Available

Apr - May + Nov - Mar

Day 6

The North Cape Exclusive (Platinum guests only)

Honningsvåg 3h

Available

all seasons

Day 6

The North Cape

Honningsvåg 3h

Available

all seasons

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Day 6

Birdwatching Safari

Honningsvåg 3h

Available

Jun - Aug + Sep - Oct

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Day 6

Fishing Village Visit

Honningsvåg 3h

Available

all seasons

What's included

On board, you'll enjoy outstanding food, facilities and hospitality, so you can concentrate on simply enjoying the beauty of Norway.

Overnight in a Snow Suite

Transfers to/from Kirkenes or the Snowhotel

Cabin or suite selection

Choose the location and grade of your cabin or suite

Suite only

Priority check-in

Enjoy fast-track check-in for a smooth and swift start to your journey

Full-board dining

Daily breakfast, lunch & dinner at the ship’s main restaurant, Torget

Unlimited tea & filter coffee

Choose from our selection of teas & on-tap filter coffee, available all day

Free Wi-Fi

Stay connected in your cabin and throughout the ship

Daily themed lectures

Enjoy insights into the culture, nature and history of the Norwegian coast

Suite only

Welcome basket

Kick off your journey in style with sparkling wine and a basket of treats

Suite only

Flexible dining times

Pick a dining slot that works best for you

Multi-lingual Expedition Team

Tailored insights, guidance and activities - both onboard and ashore

Access to our Photo Programme & app

Share your snaps with your fellow passengers & enter daily photo competitions

Suite only

Traditional Norwegian wool sweater

A warm, authentic Norwegian welcome gift that you can take home

Our ships sailing this route(8)

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The Coastal Express – North & The Snowhotel

Itinerary

Your adventure begins!

Iconic Architecture and Fantastic Fjords

City of Kings and Palaces

Into the Arctic

Capital of the Arctic

Norway’s Northern Frontier

Norway’s Eastern Edge

Kirkenes & Goodbye

Optional excursions and extensions(20)

Geiranger With Trollstigen Pass

Art Nouveau Walk (Spring & Winter)

Art Nouveau Walk (Spring & Autumn)

Atlanterhavsparken Aquarium and Ålesund

Trondheim with Nidaros Cathedral

Nidaros Cathedral & Ringve Museum

Trondheim City Walk

Cycling In Trondheim

Svartisen Glacier

RIB Safari To Saltstraumen

Experience Bodø and Saltstraumen

Arctic Coastal Walk

Dog Sledding (Tromsø)

The Arctic Capital: Tromsø

Polar History Walk

Cross-Country Skiing

The North Cape Exclusive (Platinum guests only)

The North Cape

Birdwatching Safari

Fishing Village Visit

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MS Nordkapp

MS Nordnorge

MS Nordlys

MS Polarlys

MS Richard With

MS Vesterålen

MS Midnatsol