Discover Norway with Summer Arctic Cabin Adventure

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Self-guided journey combining Arctic highlights, scenic cruising and urban exploration

Traditionally used by hunters and fishers, the Gamme Cabins at the Kirkenes Snowhotel offer a unique way of experiencing nature in Norway

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Head to Norway’s far north in summer, stay in an Arctic cabin and cruise back south

Fly from Oslo to the far north and stay in a luxury Arctic fishing cabin at the Snowhotel. Enjoy king crab fishing at the edge of Norway before joining our five-night Coastal Express voyage to Bergen, ending with a scenic train journey back to Oslo.

  • Sail Norway in summer from north to south

    Discover fjords, mountains, remote islands and picturesque villages under the endless Midnight Sun

  • Snowhotel overnight in a traditional Arctic fishing cabin

    Ice sculptures, saunas and king crab safari in a wild and pristine landscape near Kirkenes

  • Get to know Norway’s two main cities

    Overnight stays in Oslo and Bergen give you plenty of time to connect with the culture

  • Full board included when on the Coastal Express

    Enjoy a delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner every day made from the region's finest local ingredients

  • Unescorted tour means more flexibility

    Feel free to do what interests you at your own pace in Bergen and Oslo

Price from

€2,879

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Full board

Lowest rate - Sailing September 2026

The route

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What to expect on an Original voyage

Life on our small ships is comfortable, informal and friendly – and Norway’s coast always feels close by.

MS Kong Harald Arctic Superior U2D Double Bed

A calm and cosy space to rest

Feel a sense of koselig – a warm, contented sense of belonging – in your onboard accommodation. Choose between four categories, from cosy inside cabins to spacious suites with sea views.

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Relaxed dining gives you a taste of Norway

Whether you choose fine dining, crowd-pleasing dishes in the bistro, pastries from the bakery or a little bit of everything on our main restaurant, each morsel you eat on board connects you to the coast.

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Coastal knowledge, always close at hand

Our Expedition Teams share their stories and local insight to help you get even more from your voyage. Learn about the places you visit in a lecture, ask for excursion recommendations or join a guided hike.

Optional excursions and extensions(18)

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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What's included

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

Full-board dining

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

Oslo city stay

One overnight at Clarion Hotel The Hub Oslo (or comparable), including breakfast

Scenic railway trip from Bergen to Oslo

Rail trip from Bergen to Oslo with the world-famous Flåm Railway

Transfer to Bergen train station

Convenient hotel to station transfer in Bergen

Bergen stay

One night at Clarion Admiral Hotel Bergen (or comparable), including breakfast

Excursion: Norwegian Border & Andersgrotta

Guided excursion to Norwegian–Russian border and historic WWII Andersgrotta cave

Excursion: King Crab Safari by RIB

Experience king crab fishing and tasting on a thrilling RIB boat adventure (summ...

Snowhotel Kirkenes stay

One overnight in a Gamme Cabin at the Snowhotel Kirkenes, including breakfast

Transfer from the Kirkenes Airport to hotel

Private transfer upon arrival in Kirkenes

Pre-voyage stay in Oslo

Sail from Kirkenes to Bergen in your booked cabin category, including full board...

Flight from Oslo to Kirkenes

Economy class flight, including taxes and fees

Our ships sailing this route(7)

Different ships sail this route depending on your departure date – but you’ll stay on the same ship for the whole voyage.

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MS Kong Harald sailing quietly along the Norwegian coast
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MS Nordnorge on a winter sailing near Molde
MS Nordlys sailing past Torghatten, an icon on the Norwegian coast
MS Richard With arriving in the port of Finnsnes
MS Polarlys sailing past the statue of Fiskerkona as it enters the port of Svolvær
MS Nordkapp sailing on a summer’s day along the Norwegian coast

Frequently Asked Questions

This tour combines a Hurtigruten coastal cruise with pre- and post-voyage land experiences. You’ll stay at the Snowhotel Kirkenes and in central Oslo, enjoy excursions like king crab fishing, and return to Oslo by train - giving you the full land-and-sea experience.

No. This is a self-guided tour, designed for travellers who prefer to explore independently. Everything is pre-arranged - from accommodation and transfers to your Hurtigruten voyage. You just follow the plan at your own pace.

Breakfast is included each morning during your hotel stays, and you’ll enjoy full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) on board your Hurtigruten cruise between Kirkenes and Bergen. While staying at the Snow Hotel, a 3-course dinner is also included.

Drinks are not included unless otherwise specified.

Your domestic flight from Oslo to Kirkenes is included, but international flights and airport transfers are not. Once the tour begins, all transfers listed in the itinerary are included.

Your package includes a one-night stay at the Snowhotel Kirkenes in a Summer Arctic Cabin, as well as a one-night stay in a 4-star hotel in Bergen.

On ship, you'll stay in a cabin category of your choice.

This tour includes a carefully curated mix of Arctic experiences. Pre-voyage, you’ll set out on king crab fishing excursion by RIB boat, tasting your fresh catch along the way. You will also travel to the Norwegian border to visit the Andersgrotta cave.

During your voyage, optional shore excursions can be booked at an additional cost.

Unfortunately, this tour is not recommended for guests who use a wheelchair or have limited mobility. Guests who can manage short walks and climb a few stairs should be able to join most activities comfortably. However, if a wheelchair is required, we would not recommend this particular tour.