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10 things to know about your environmental commitment in Svalbard

A voyage to Svalbard offers experiences close to nature’s most spectacular landscapes, genuine...

11 Reasons to Visit Norway

Between the world-class mountainscapes, Northern Lights and ancient history, Norway is a top...

14 facts you didn't know about polar bears

The African jungle has the lion, the Arctic has the polar bear. This fierce yet cuddly-looking...

14 Facts You Didn’t Know About Norway

We thought it would be interesting to give you a few facts you probably haven't run across yet.

15 Interesting Facts About Antarctica

On the southernmost tip of the planet sits one of the world's most massive and mysterious landmasses...

22 fun facts about Greenland

On a Greenland cruise with Hurtigruten, voyagers will get an authentic experience with the ancient...

5 Things You Can't Miss in Antarctica

Antarctica is home to the ultimate adventure. Check out our list of things you simply can't miss...

7 Tips for Photographing Antarctica

Visiting Antarctica is definitely a once in a lifetime-type of trip, so you won't want to leave this...

9 reasons to visit Greenland

Greenland is an adventurer's paradise. From the rugged, polar desert in the north to glacial-carved...

9 Reasons to Travel to Antarctica

Here are nine reasons you should hop on an Antarctic cruise and head toward the South Pole.

About Norway's Coastline

Norway's coastline is one of the longest in the world, with the length recalculated in 2011 to...

Amazing Greenland: when to go and what to do on the world’s largest island

Often overshadowed by other destinations nearby, Greenland is an amazing country to visit. But when...

Antarctica Reading List

Here's a reading list to give you an idea of what you can expect from your trip to the world's most...

Antarctica Travel Guide

The most remote continent on Earth is unlike anything you've ever experienced. Here's all you need...

Antarctica: Fact vs Fiction

Antarctica's remote nature and sheer isolation means that there are a lot of misconceptions about...

Antarctica: Frequently Asked Questions

Read up on the details of going on an expedition cruise to Antarctica.

Antarctica: One destination - four expedition ships

Whether you're an active explorer who thrives in extreme elements, or looking for an adventure with...

Antarctica’s Plants — Thriving in the Wilderness

Antarctic Animals: The Predators of Antarctica - and other mesmerizing animals

There isn't much life in the Antarctic. Apart from a few herbivorous Antarctic creatures, all...

Antarctic vs. Arctic: Which Destination is Right for You?

The Arctic and Antarctica offer once-in-a-lifetime experiences. However, the two destinations are...

Autumn Cruise in Norway

Autumn along Norway’s coast is known as the season of color. In September and October, brilliant...

A Brief History of Norway

One of the best parts about going on a Norway cruise is all of the rich history and culture you get...

A Guide to the National Museum of Iceland

No trip to a big city is complete without diving into local history at its primary museum, and...

A History of Religion in Norway

Here is a brief history of religion in Norway, and how you can explore the country's religious past...

À la Carte Menu

Spoil yourself - upgrade to the à la carte menu and choose from the best products we collect along...

A Norway Passage: The Most Beautiful Voyage - Now Showing on Public Television Stations Across America

This remarkable program is drawn from the award-winning, Guinness record-breaking, 134 hour live...

A quick guide to Arctic astronomy

When you take a cruise in or near the Arctic Circle, you get a front-row seat to some of the sky's...

A Traveler's Guide to the Falkand Islands

Dive into the fascinating history of the Falkand Islands, discover what the islands look like today...

A Trip Through the World’s Best Pantry

Cruising Norway’s coastline is more than just a trip through fantastic nature. It’s also a culinary...

A Visit to Ny-Ålesund

The Last Town Before the North Pole, and a Post Office at the Edge of Civilization

Behind the Lens with a Photographer: Stian Klo

One week, three storms. All endured to get perfect pictures of Lofoten.

Birdwatching in Norway

Avid bird watchers who embark on Norway coastal cruises will get a unique look at the avian species...

Bryggen

Bergen´s UNESCO World Heritage Site revealsNorway´s most international city

Celebrity Foodie Andreas Viestad Gives Hurtigruten Guests a True Taste of Norway

Viestad is the host of the television series New Scandinavian Cooking - broadcast in more than 100...

Changing Climate in Antarctica

With the beginning of the industrial revolution in the early 18th century humans began pouring CO2...

Climate change in the Arctic

Svein Tveitdal, CEO Klima 2020, former UN Director and guest lecturer on board MS Midnatsol, shares...

Crossing the Drake Passage

The most voluminous current in the world, the Drake Passage was created nearly 40 million years ago....

Cruising to See the Northern Lights: Frequently Asked Questions

Traveling to see the Northern Lights in Norway? Here's a guide regarding what temperatures to expect...

Cultures of Norway: The Kven people

Norway is a country with many cultures, from the Viking ancestry you likely think of to recent...

Cultures of Norway: The Sami people

The Sami people are indigenous to northern Norway, as well as to Sweden, Finland and the far north...

Discovery Style Voyages on the MS Midnatsol

Now, exploring Antarctica isn't only for the fortunate few.

Discover the majestic scenery of Lofoten Islands

For Norwegian Coastal cruisers, Svolvær will be the first destination see in the Lofoten Islands.

Eating Traditional Cuisine in Norway: What to Expect

Norway's visitors often wonder what kind of food they should expect to find on their trip. Here's a...

Elephant Island: Five Facts You Need to Know

Elephant Island, Antarctica, is named after the elephant seals that make their home there (as well...

Europe Inspiration

Visit historically-important cities, towns, and cultural sites in the homelands of many great...

FAQ: Traveling to Svalbard

Get to know Svalbard before your voyage with our overview of frequently asked questions.

Finnkirka

A sacred point where one pauses to reflect on the heavens

Fishermen’s Cabins (Rorbu)

Classic North Sea fishermen's cabins are now popular holiday cottages

Five Best Places to Experience the Midnight Sun

Above the Arctic Circle, the midnight sun shines throughout the night, casting a reddish-yellow hue...

Fjords: Echoes of a glacier

There are few sights out there as awe-inspiring as the fjords. Here's a look at how these impressive...

Flying the Flag for Hurtigruten

From stewardess to championing sustainability

Fun Facts About the Penguins of Antarctica

Learn some fun facts about the Antarctic penguins.

Get Acquainted with Hammerfest

Read on to learn more about some of the captivating history behind Hammerfest, as well as some of...

Greenland Inspiration

A green and white oasis in the middle of the rough sea with exceptional interaction between man and...

Grytviken Travel Guide: From Whaling Station to Intriguing Destination

Although Grytviken sounds Scandinavian, it’s actually British and part of South Georgia and the...

Hestmannen

An iconic rock formation that inspired a great myth

Historic Sites in Trondheim

Trondheim was founded by the Vikings in the 10th century, which makes it one of the oldest and most...

Historic World War II Sites in Bergen

Bergen, a city you will have the chance to explore on your Norway cruise, is full of remnants and...

History of Dog Sledding

Here's a look at the history of dog sledding and how it has helped shape society.

Hosts of the Coast – Our Expedition Teams

Sailing with Hurtigruten, you don’t just observe the coast – you understand and become a part of the...

Hurtigruten goes vegan!

What’s that cooking in the galley? It’s our all new vegan menu!

Iceland Inspiration

Where the ground is so hot it ventilates through hot springs, volcano eruptions and fiery saga tales...

Interview with Northern Lights expert Dr. John Mason

Dr. Mason has been working with Hurtigruten since 2007, and this will be his eleventh consecutive...

In Search of the Great White Bear

Up until 1973 men hunted mercilessly for polar bears in the Arctic. Today, the only hunting we do...

Is an Antarctic Cruise Right for You?

People who travel to Antarctica are in search of something incredible. Here are some questions you...

Is the Antarctic a Desert?

Antarctica is the fifth-largest continent on earth and nearly doubles in size in winter due to icing...

Jostedalsbreen Glacier

Previously an icy highway for isolated fjord dwellers, Europe’s biggest glacier is now a skier’s...

King Crab

Introduced to the Barents Sea by Russian scientists, the red king crab is now an important part of...

Kjeungskjær Lighthouse

One of Norway’s most distinctive lighthouses guides traffic in and out of the Trondheim Fjord...

Know Your Norse gods

If you're planning on heading out for a cruise in Norway in the near future, taking the time to...

Late Summer in Antarctica

If you choose to go on an Antarctica cruise in February or March, you will be seeing the continent...

Lecturers Onboard MS Fram

MS Fram brings guests closer to nature, wildlife and unforgettable experiences - enhanced by the...

Lecturers Onboard MS Midnatsol

Experience the vast white continent of Antarctica accompanied by passionate, expert lecturers and...

Lofoten and Vesterålen

Favored by tourists searching for the ‘authentic Norway’

Lofotveggen (the Lofoten Wall) and Vestfjorden

All voyagers sailing west past Vestfjorden eventually reach the Lofoten Wall

Lyngsalpene (The Lyngen Alps)

Ski-in, ski-out – right from your ship

Meet the Penguins of Antarctica

Penguins are one of the first animals that come to mind when people imagine Antarctica. However, of...

MS Fram Superior Expedition Voyages

Superior Experiences for Adventurous Souls

Must-Read Articles

Featuring incredible destinations such as Norway, Antarctica, Greenland, Iceland & Spitsbergen.

Myths and Legends of Iceland

Iceland is a country of striking and sometimes supernatural beauty - which is matched by its rich...

Navigating the North Sea

From the flood plains, beaches, and wetlands of the south to the windswept cliffs and dramatic...

Nordfjord

A vast fjord region between Vestkapp and Europe’s largest glacier

North Cape

At 71°10′21′′, North Cape is the northernmost point of Europe

Norway Inspiration

It's impossible to overstate the natural beauty of Norway.

Norway's UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Norway is home to eight UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Norwegian Fjords

The Norwegian fjords contains two UNESCO World Heritage Sites and, according to National Geographic...

Norwegian Inventions

On your Norway cruise, you'll experience plenty of natural and cultural beauty. However, there's...

Ny-Ålesund

The most northernmost settlement in the world; the last inhabited place before the North Pole

On the hunt: Cloudberry picking in Norway

This guide to cloudberry picking will have you finding these delicious golden berries in no time.

Outdoor Activity Pass

From April 2018, nine of our ships along the Norwegian Coast will have Expedition Teams on board. As...

Paradise Bay: Five Facts You Should Know

If you like frozen landscapes, you'll find paradise in Antarctica’s Paradise Bay — a harbor near...

Plan your Svalbard Adventure: Things to See and Do

If you decide to make a trip to Svalbard and Spitsbergen, keep these interesting possibilities of...

Polar Bear Spotting in the Arctic

In the northernmost part of the world, where the ice is thick and the air is cold, there lives a...

Polar packing: What to bring on your trip to Antarctica

Planning a trip to the Antarctic continent and wondering what to bring? You're not alone. That's why...

Reindeer

Essential for Sami culture and life, the reindeer provides everything from clothes to food and is...

Resident Lecturers Onboard MS Fram and MS Midnatsol

Sail in exotic and polar waters with our resident lecturers on MS Fram and MS Midnatsol, modern day...

Risøyrenna (The Risøy Channel)

A shallow sound transformed into a major shipping lane

Sailing the Fram Strait

Every year, our ships sail in the wake of great explorers across the icy waters of the Fram Strait. ...

Sailing the Southern Ocean

Of the world’s five oceans, the Southern Ocean is probably the least well known, not least because...

Sail in the wake of Roald Amundsen

For 500 years, adventurers and scientists searched for the polar sea route between the Atlantic and...

Saltstraumen: Braving the world's strongest whirlpool

These are the type of sea monsters Odysseus faced in Homer's "Odyssey" - giant creatures that...

Sea Eagle

Watching this majestic bird fly along while you are out on deck will make you wish you could fly...

Skrei

The Valentine's Fish has prepared its whole life to get on your plate.

Slow TV: A Norwegian Institution

While Norwegians certainly watch their fair share of television, they've got something we don't:...

Spring Cruise in Norway

After a long, dark winter, the sun reappears and infuses new life along Norway’s coastline in March...

Summer Cruise in Norway

Summer (May to August) is the most popular season to explore Norway’s coastline. Enjoy more of the...

Sunnmørsalpene (The Sunnmøre Alps)

Hiking in the mountains takes on a whole new meaning

Svalbard

Realm of the polar bear

Svartisen Glacier

A destination equally spectacular to both travelers and scientists

Svolværgeita (‘The Svolvær Goat’)

Leap from one mountaintop to another, 984 feet above the town of Svolvær

The Arctic Circle

‘Crossing the line’ to the land of the Midnight Sun or the Northern Lights

The Atlantic Ocean Road

Taste the sea and enjoy the coastal life along the world’s most scenic drive

The Atlantic Puffin

A bird so special it even has its own festival.

The Fantastic Falkland Islands Animals

Penguins, seals, and whales are just some animals that can be found on the Falkland Islands. With...

The Fish in the Norwegian Fjords

Deepwater fish and gorgeous natural surroundings make fishing in Norwegian's fjords a splash for...

The Fram II expedition: A sensational adventure in northern Greenland

Legendary explorer Otto Sverdrup and his crew made the Fram II expedition one of the most fruitful...

The Geirangerfjord

The Geirangerfjord encapsulates all the Norwegian fjords and offers everything from the utmost...

The Helgeland Coast

A ‘highlight reel’ of natural and cultural treasures along the north Norwegian coastline

The History of Antarctica

Many people have never given Antarctica much thought at all, but the continent's history shows that...

The Hjørundfjord

Off the beaten track, but still a fjord for the royals

The Magical South Shetland Islands

About 75 miles north of the Antarctic Peninsula are the South Shetland Islands. Their convenient...

The Majestic Landscapes of the Lemaire Channel

The Most Southerly Ocean in the World

The epic Southern Ocean, also known as the Austral or Antarctic Ocean, surrounds the earth’s most...

The Northern Lights

Everything you need to know about nature's own mesmerizing light show, the Aurora Borealis, and how...

The Northern Lights: 10 Photography Tips for Beginners

Are you traveling to see the Northern Lights, or do you just live in close proximity to them? Either...

The Northern Lights: European Mythology & Legends

Throughout history, the European continent has had many sightings of the Aurora Borealis; all of...

The Northern Lights: Frequently Asked Questions

The Northern Lights: Norse Myths & Legends

The Northern Lights have inspired some of the most dramatic tales in Norse mythology. Vikings...

The Northern Lights: North American Myths & Legends

Many of the stories surrounding the Northern Lights in North American communities arose from the...

The Seven Sisters

Climb one or climb all - or stay on deck and just admire them

The Trondheimsfjord

A historic voyage along the seaway where earls and powerful chieftains once set out to unite Norway...

The Vega Archipelago

6500 islands, islets, and skerries, and a distinctive bird with priceless feathers

Top Things to See in Bergen

The harbor town of Bergen saw the likes of Viking King Olav Haraldsson III more than 900 years ago....

Torghatten

A hole in his hat was the price a king paid for saving several maidens in trouble

Trollfjorden and Raftsundet

Experience fjords that cut inland through towering mountain ranges

Trondenes Church

A medieval stone church once protected from roving bandits by its clever design

Two Ships - Two Ways to Visit Antarctica

Now Hurtigruten has two ways to visit Antarctica: Discovery Style Voyages on MS Midnatsol or...

Vintage Era Voyages

Experience life along the coast and sail back in time to 1964 on MS Lofoten

Weather in Antarctica

Dramatic seasons, harsh temperatures and impressive winds all help make the South Pole one of the...

Weddell Sea Wildlife in Antarctica's Icy Waters

While it’s hard to imagine anything surviving the glacial temperatures of the Antarctic, the Weddell...

Welcome to My Office

Meet Fiona Jobling, Expedition Team Leader for Hurtigruten

Whales

The undisputed kings of the sea.

What Causes the Northern Lights?

The Northern Lights have occurred since the dawn of our planet. Dinosaurs walked under them, just as...

What’s Antarctica’s time zone? That depends on who you ask.

Wildlife in Svalbard

Demanding, resistant and in an abundance. The opportunity to experience the Arctic wilderness on the...

Winter Wonderland Cruise in Norway

Winter (Nov. to Feb.) is perhaps the most beautiful time to explore Norway's coastline. Join us and...

Young Explorers Program

Young Explorer is a complimentary, year-round program on selected Hurtigruten ships for curious and...

Your guide to a traditional Norwegian breakfast

From topping your meal off with a slice of Jarlsberg cheese to digging into a scrumptious plate of...