Bergen – Longyearbyen

The Svalbard Line – North

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€2,699

All-inclusive

Departure Dates

16 departures between Jun 2025 and Sep 2026

Duration

8 days

Ship

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The Svalbard Line – North

Price from

€2,699

Voyage overview

This is our historic voyage from 1968 to the top of the world, revived for the modern traveller. You’ll journey in comfort aboard beautiful MS Trollfjord, sailing along the scenic Norwegian coast north to Spitsbergen, the largest of Svalbard’s islands.  

  • Experience the 24-hour Midnight Sun as you travel the beautiful Norwegian coast high into the Arctic to the remote archipelago of Svalbard  

  • Spend an average of five hours in seven carefully chosen destinations, getting to know each of them and joining exciting optional excursions  

  • Enjoy exceptional all-inclusive food and drink, personalised service, and enhanced onboard activities  

Itinerary

The day-by-day programme will give you some ideas about what you can see during your voyage, but bear in mind that this itinerary is just an indication. After all, this is a sailing where the elements rule and weather conditions might vary.

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Day 1

Sailing The Svalbard Line

Bergen – gateway to the fjords

Sailing The Svalbard Line

Bergen – gateway to the fjords

Welcome to Bergen! Your voyage begins in this beautiful city on the west coast of Norway. What began as a small village was developed by King Olav Kyree in 1070 AD and is now Norway’s second largest city. The majestic peaks that famously surround the city give Bergen its nickname, ‘The City of Seven Mountains’.  

Nestled in Bergen’s centre is Vågen Bay, the historic core of the city, and home to the UNESCO-listed Bryggen quarter made up of charming cobblestone streets and local boutique shops. Across from Bryggen, you’ll find the fish market, which cooks up fresh and delicious seafood dishes to feast on.  

Before you board MS Trollfjord, visit our comfortable guest lounge at the Bergen Terminal. Here, you can talk to staff about securing a spot on any optional excursions still available.  

Once we’ve welcomed you aboard, you’ll meet your ship’s Coastal Experience Team, who will be your hosts and guides to the Norwegian coastline and Svalbard. Get acquainted with your shipmates and take some time to get comfortable in your new home-away-from-home.  

Enjoy your first meal aboard the ship, and watch the row of colourful buildings on the seafront get smaller behind you as you sail into the Norwegian Sea.

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Day 2

Alpine village by the fjord

Åndalsnes

Alpine village by the fjord

Åndalsnes

Located along the Isfjord, Åndalsnes is a picturesque coastal town, home to about 2,000 people.  

The literal highlights of Åndalsnes are the mountains that tower over the town. Experience the Norwegian concept of friluftsliv – a love of the outdoors – through a variety of activities, such as hiking to Rampestreken viewpoint.  

For an easier way to take in the sights, sit back for a relaxing ride on the Romsdal Gondola or travel the winding Trollstigen Pass by bus. Whichever activities you choose, this day will bring you the best views of the Isfjord, Romsdalsfjord, and surrounding peaks.  

An aerial view over the Norwegian village of Træna

Day 3

Norway’s oldest fishing community

Træna

Norway’s oldest fishing community

Træna

Træna is an archipelago that sits along the Helgeland coast at the edge of the Arctic Circle, 33 nautical miles northwest of the mainland. Made up of around 500 islands, islets and skerries, only four are inhabited year-round.   

Spend the afternoon in one of Norway’s oldest fishing communities.

With a large population of Sea Eagles, birdwatching is another activity you won’t want to miss. For a truly authentic experience, step into the age-old shoes of a Norwegian fisherman, and cast a line under the summer sun.  

When it’s time to leave in the evening, take some time to rest onboard and unwind. We’ll cross the Arctic Circle as we continue heading north, commemorating the moment with a little Norwegian ceremony.  

A wooden fishing hut in Reine, Lofoten. Photo b: Tobias Bjørkli/Pexels

Day 4

The Tip of Lofoten

Reine

The Tip of Lofoten

Reine

Today, we explore the famed Lofoten islands. Watch for the steep mountains rising from the sea as we approach from the south in the morning.  

We dock in Reine, an important – and picture-perfect – fishing village since 1743. This is one of the most photographed landscapes in all of Norway, where red-painted rorbuer cling to a string of islands beneath sharp mountain ranges reflected in the waters below.  

Not far to the south of Reine, at the western tip of the Lofoten archipelago, you’ll find Å, one of the best-preserved traditional fishing villages in Norway. You can visit it on an optional excursion.  

At the heart of this tiny village is the Norwegian Fishing Village Museum, which covers the importance and development of fishing in Lofoten over the last 250 years.

The Arctic Cathedral in the city of Tromsø

Day 5

Gateway to the Arctic

Tromsø – gateway to the Arctic

Gateway to the Arctic

Tromsø – gateway to the Arctic

Tromsø is northern Norway’s urban Arctic hotspot, boasting impressive architecture, hip restaurants, and the world’s northernmost university. 

Calling into Tromsø on the way to or from Svalbard follows in the footsteps of history. Most explorers and sailors on Arctic expeditions would embark from or return to the city. We aim to dock here in the morning, giving you a whole day to explore this historic Arctic city and its surroundings. 

Take your pick from a number of optional excursions. Learn more about the culture and polar history of Tromsø on a city walk, or take a scenic bus tour. You can also visit the striking Arctic Cathedral, which has an impressively large multi-coloured stained-glass window. Or ride the Fjellheisen Cable Car up Storsteinen Mountain for exceptionally beautiful views of the city, mountains, and fjords.  

MS Trollfjord approaching Honningsvåg and the North Cape

Day 6

At the top of Europe

Honningsvåg – gateway to the North Cape

At the top of Europe

Honningsvåg – gateway to the North Cape

Around mid-morning, we arrive at Honningsvåg, the northernmost city in mainland Norway.  

You have several optional excursions to pick from here. These could include taking a bus or riding a quad to the North Cape, a hike with your Coastal Experience Team.

Honningsvåg is also the gateway to the North Cape, the northernmost point of Europe. The plateau stands 307 metres above the sea, and is just over 1,600 km south of the geographical North Pole. Take a moment to gaze out across the sea from a top the soaring cliffs, watching the waves crash against the rocks below.  

Sailing away from Honningsvåg, we’ll enjoy dramatic views of the plateau from the sea. The ship will head further into the Barents Sea, leaving mainland Norway’s coast far behind us.

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Day 7

At sea around Bjørnøya

At sea around Bjørnøya

We spend the penultimate day of your voyage crossing the Barents Sea. In the afternoon, we’ll view Bjørnøya, the southernmost island of the Svalbard archipelago, from the ship. This inaccessible island sits just past the halfway point between mainland Norway and Spitsbergen. 

Upon seeing the island, you might notice the lack of trees, and even bushes. Very little grows here, with the land partly being covered only by a layer of moss and lichen. Whatever does grow here is fertilised by the abundant birdlife that nests on the sea cliffs. Get your camera ready to capture Little Auks, Puffins, Black-legged Kittiwakes, and Northern Fulmars flying over dramatic cliff tops and steep slopes, alongside many other seabird species.  

Contrary to its name, which means ‘Bear Island’, the only native mammals are Arctic foxes. The island was named after a polar bear was spotted swimming in the waters nearby, but this is an unlikely sight this far south.  

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Day 8

Arrive at the edge of the world

Longyearbyen

Arrive at the edge of the world

Longyearbyen

On the last day of your voyage, we arrive at the Svalbard archipelago and make our way up to Spitsbergen, the largest of the three main islands. Magnificent brown and green mountains rise and ripple up from the High Arctic tundra while rivers of snow-melt trickle through the valley plains, glistening under the summer sun.    

Take a moment to just be here, now, in Svalbard. You’re at a latitude more than 78°N and under 1,500 kilometres from the North Pole itself. The air of this Arctic desert is fresh and pure, and temperatures in summer average between zero and eight degrees Celsius thanks to a warm northern branch of the Gulf Stream.   

In early afternoon, we find Longyearbyen nestled on the banks of Isfjord. It’s time to disembark the ship, but before you travel home, give yourself plenty of time to explore Longyearbyen. or join excursions. A former coal mining colony, Longyearbyen is the biggest settlement in Svalbard and a hub for adventure travellers, as well as scientists and engineers attached to local research projects, like the famous Global Seed Vault.   

You’ve travelled as part of this historic, iconic voyage to pieces of paradise along the Norwegian coast you won’t soon forget. We hope you’ll cherish each of the memories you’ve made on The Svalbard Line. Come sail with us again soon, on another iconic voyage of our spectacular home: the Norwegian coast. 

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About your trip

What's included

For guests in cabins  

Enjoy an impressive range of included benefits when you choose from our selection of comfortable options: Polar Inside, Polar Outside, and Arctic Superior cabins.  

Accommodation  

  • Choice of cabin type  

  • Accommodation in a comfortable cabin with ensuite bathroom  

Read more about the cabins on MS Trollfjord

Food and drink  

  • Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the ship’s main restaurant, Flora  

  • Daily lunch and dinner in Brasserie Árran 

  • Unlimited selected drinks in Flora, Brasserie Árran, and 1893 Bar during opening hours  

  • Unlimited selected tea and coffee  

  • Afternoon snack in the bar  

  • Culinary demonstrations and food tastings  

Read more about the restaurants on board

Life on board  

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship and in your cabin 

  • Multi-lingual Coastal Experience Team  

  • Daily themed lectures, photography guidance, arts and crafts sessions  

  • Access to the fitness room and sauna  

  • Music entertainment and library access  

  • Selection of equipment for outdoor activities off ship 

Read more about your onboard experience

Upgrade your voyage with: 

  • Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner in award-winning fine-dining restaurant, Røst  

  • Unlimited selected drinks in Røst during opening hours with an upgraded wine selection  

  • Unlimited handcrafted cocktails in the bar during opening hours  

  • Afternoon tea with sparkling wine 

  • Hurtigruten clothing package, including shell jacket, wool sweater, wool hat  

  • Camera equipment and binoculars rental  

  • Wide range of optional seasonal excursions and guided hikes 

For guests in suites  

For the absolute best in onboard comfort, cuisine, service, and beautifully appointed rooms, choose our Signature voyages suite experience.  

 Accommodation  

  • Choice of suite type  

  • Fast track, priority check-in  

  • Accommodation in a stylish, spacious suite with ensuite bathroom  

  • No charge on any items in your suite’s minibar 

  • Daily minibar refill  

  • King-size beds  

  • Daily turndown service   

Read more about the suites on MS Trollfjord

Food and drink  

  • Choice of dining times during restaurant opening hours  

  • Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the ship’s main restaurant, Flora 

  • Daily lunch and dinner in Brasserie Árran 

  • Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner in award-winning fine-dining restaurant, Røst  

  • Exclusive dinner with the ship’s officers  

  • Unlimited selected drinks in Flora, Brasserie Árran, and 1893 Bar during opening hours  

  • Unlimited selected drinks in Røst during opening hours  

  • Unlimited cocktails in the bar during opening hours  

  • Unlimited tea and coffee (selected types offered) 

  • Culinary demonstrations and food tastings  

  • Occasional afternoon tea with cakes and sparkling wine 

Read more about the restaurants on board

 Life on board  

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship and in your suite 

  • Multi-lingual Coastal Experience Team  

  • Access to the fitness room and sauna  

  • Daily themed lectures, photography guidance, arts and crafts sessions  

  • Music entertainment and library access  

  • Selection of equipment for outdoor activities off ship  

  • Visit to the bridge when in port – at the Captain’s discretion  

  • Complimentary use of binoculars  

Read more about your onboard experience

Upgrade your voyage with: 

  • Camera equipment rental  

What's Not Included

  • Return flights

  • Travel insurance

  • Optional seasonal excursions

  • Luggage handling

  • Optional hikes with the Coastal Experience Team

Optional Excursions

Explore your destination even further with our wide range of exciting excursions. The excursion programme presented is an indication of some of the excursions that may be available during your voyage.

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