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A two-day Arctic voyage from Kirkenes to Tromsø, calling at Norway's northernmost ports and settlements
- Visit mainland Europe's northernmost point with dramatic views
- Explore Kirkenes, Hammerfest and the Arctic capital Tromsø
- Cruise Norway's northern coast alongside locals and fishing communities
Trip Details
- Departs
- Thu 15 Oct 2026
- Returns
- Fri 16 Oct 2026
- Embarks
- Kirkenes
- Disembarks
- Tromsø
- Ship
- MS Vesterålen
- Operator
- Hurtigruten Australia
Set sail on a mini-voyage, calling at several ports along Norway’s northern coast. Visit the North Cape, explore the border town of Kirkenes, and experience the Arctic capital of Tromsø, while travelling alongside the people who call this region home.
Your transports MS Vesterålen
MS Kong Harald
Norway’s late monarch, a seasoned sailor, lent his name to this remarkable hybrid vessel.
- Guests
- 577
- Gross tonnage
- 11,204
- Speed
- 17 knots
- Length
- 121.8 m
- Launched
- 1993
- Beam
- 19.2 m
- Deck plans
- 6
Deck 7
Source: Hurtigruten, captured 8 October 2026. Deck plans are provided by the cruise line and are subject to change at any time.
MS Polarlys
Polarlys is Norwegian for `polar light´, and refers to the natural Arctic phenomenon we pursue in winter.
- Guests
- 580
- Gross tonnage
- 11,341
- Speed
- 15 knots
- Length
- 123 m
- Launched
- 1996
- Beam
- 19.5 m
- Deck plans
- 6
Deck 7
Source: Hurtigruten, captured 8 October 2026. Deck plans are provided by the cruise line and are subject to change at any time.
MS Vesterålen
Freshly refurbished in 2025, MS Vesterålen is our classic coastal ship offering you a more intimate way to sail Norway’s historic route, with space for just 274 guests.
- Guests
- 274
- Gross tonnage
- 6,261
- Speed
- 17.5 knots
- Length
- 108.55 m
- Launched
- 1983
- Beam
- 16.5 m
- Deck plans
- 7
Deck 7
Source: Hurtigruten, captured 8 October 2026. Deck plans are provided by the cruise line and are subject to change at any time.
MS Nordkapp
MS Nordkapp is named after the northernmost point on mainland Europe: North Cape (71ºN) - one of the geographical highpoints you can visit on a Hurtigruten voyage.
- Guests
- 473
- Gross tonnage
- 11,386
- Speed
- 18 knots
- Length
- 123.3 m
- Launched
- 1996
- Beam
- 19.5 m
- Deck plans
- 6
Deck 7
Source: Hurtigruten, captured 8 October 2026. Deck plans are provided by the cruise line and are subject to change at any time.
MS Richard With
The hybrid ship MS Richard With proudly carries the name of Hurtigruten's founder.
- Guests
- 492
- Gross tonnage
- 11,205
- Speed
- 18 knots
- Length
- 121.8 m
- Launched
- 1993
- Beam
- 19.2 m
- Deck plans
- 6
Deck 7
Source: Hurtigruten, captured 8 October 2026. Deck plans are provided by the cruise line and are subject to change at any time.
MS Nordnorge
MS Nordnorge is aptly named for northern Norway, most of which lies above the Arctic Circle.
- Guests
- 452
- Gross tonnage
- 11,384
- Speed
- 18 knots
- Length
- 123.3 m
- Launched
- 1997
- Beam
- 19.5 m
- Deck plans
- 6
Deck 7
Source: Hurtigruten, captured 8 October 2026. Deck plans are provided by the cruise line and are subject to change at any time.
MS Nordlys
Both the name and the interior design of this modern hybrid ship are inspired by the spectacular Northern Lights.
- Guests
- 505
- Gross tonnage
- 11,204
- Speed
- 18 knots
- Length
- 121.8 m
- Launched
- 1994
- Beam
- 19.2 m
- Deck plans
- 6
Deck 7
Source: Hurtigruten, captured 8 October 2026. Deck plans are provided by the cruise line and are subject to change at any time.
Itinerary
- 1
All Aboard!
Thu 15 OctYour voyage begins in the Arctic in the town of Kirkenes, just a few miles from the Norwegian border, but further east than St. Petersburg and Istanbul. WWII history For those interested in history, the Varanger Museum in Kirkenes has exhibits about the town’s ordeal during WWII; bombed a total of 328 times in four years, making it the most bombed place during the war after Malta. For more insights into this sombre period, visit the Andersgrotta WWII Bomb Shelter which can house up to 2,500 people underground. Norway’s northern frontier In the port of Vardø, you’ll find the star-shaped Vardøhus Fortress, built in 1737. The northernmost fortification of any kind, it remains a part of the military to this day. We cruise Norway’s coastline to arrive in the small port of Båtsfjord in the evening and then on to Berlevåg. You might be able to make out Mount Tanahorn to the west, or see Kjølnes Lighthouse blinking atop a cliff overlooking the Barents Sea. - 2
From the Top of Europe
Fri 16 OctWe make stops at Mehamn and Kjøllefjord during the night before early morning visits to Honningsvåg and Havøysund. Almost the northernmost In the early afternoon, you’ll spend time in Hammerfest, which has the largest population on a list of the world’s northernmost settlements. See the UNESCO-listed Meridian Column , shop for souvenirs at the Polar Bear Society , or take the path behind the town to the viewpoint atop Mount Salen . Mountains and marine mammals We continue cruising Norway’s coastline south to Øksfjord and then to Skjervøy, surrounded by mountain peaks. We’ve been docking at this vital fishing port since 1896. If you’re visiting in winter, you might spot orcas and humpback whales that gather here to feed on herring. As we make our way to Tromsø, you might also glimpse views of the Lyngen Alps which boast some of the highest peaks in all of Norway. Capital of the Arctic We dock at the historic city of Tromsø just before midnight. This is where your short voyage with us concludes. In the summer months, you can stroll around the still busy city in glorious 24-hour daylight.
Inclusions & exclusions
What’s included
- Comfortable cabin assigned to you at check-in.
- Witness the stark beauty of this beautiful part of the country.
- Visit mainland Europe’s northernmost point for dramatic views on this optional excursion.
- Share your journey with locals and experience everyday life on the coast and islands.
Accommodation
You sail aboard the MS Kong Harald, MS Nordkapp, MS Nordlys, MS Nordnorge, MS Polarlys, MS Richard With, MS Vesterålen ships.
Cabin categories available on this voyage
- Arctic Superior
- Polar Outside
- Polar Inside
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