Classic Round Voyage with flights from the UK

Including Charter Flights

Explore the Beautiful Lofoten Islands
Duration: 12 days / 11 nights
Route: UK → Bergen → Kirkenes → Bergen → UK
Now including: Direct Charter Flights

Experience the Ultimate Norwegian Coastal Voyage

Embark on the complete 12-day Hurtigruten Coastal Express Voyage from Bergen to Kirkenes and back, experiencing Norway’s stunning fjords, charming coastal communities, and breathtaking Arctic scenery.

The voyage navigates northbound to Kirkenes over seven days before turning south to return to Bergen. Ports visited at night on the northbound journey are seen by day on the southbound return, ensuring passengers experience the best of Norway’s dramatic coastline.

Northern Lights Promise

Book a 12-day Coastal Express Voyage from Bergen during the winter season and receive the Northern Lights Promise. If the Northern Lights do not appear during your voyage, you will receive a free voyage the following winter.

• Valid for departures between 1st October and 31st March
• Must be booked before further notice
• Offer applies to new bookings only and cannot be combined with other offers
• Free voyage will be a 6 or 7-day Northbound or Southbound journey on a half-board basis (flights and additional meals not included)

What’s Included

• Hurtigruten voyage from Bergen to Kirkenes and back in the selected cabin category, including full board
• Return economy flights between UK airport and Bergen, including current taxes and charges
• Transfers between Bergen airport and the ship
• English-speaking tour leader on board

What’s Not Included

• Travel insurance
• Optional excursions
• Luggage handling

Itinerary

Day 1 – Fly from UK to Bergen

Port visited: Bergen

• Fly from the UK to Bergen and transfer to the ship
• Set sail through the Hjeltefjord, following the route of the Vikings

Day 2 – Ålesund and Geirangerfjord

Ports visited: Florø, Måløy, Torvik, Ålesund, Molde

• Explore the Art Nouveau architecture in Ålesund
• In summer, sail through the UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord

Optional excursions:

• Art Nouveau Tour, Ålesund
• Atlanterhavsparken Aquarium and Mount Aksla
• A Taste of Norway
• Hjørundfjord Mountain Hike

Day 3 – The Royal City of Trondheim

Ports visited: Kristiansund, Trondheim, Rørvik

• Visit Nidaros Cathedral, Norway’s largest Gothic religious edifice
• Explore the colorful Hanseatic warehouses along the waterfront

Optional excursions:

• Trondheim with Nidaros Cathedral
• Trondheim City Walk
• Kayaking on the River Nid

Day 4 – Arctic Circle and Lofoten Islands

Ports visited: Brønnøysund, Sandnessjøen, Nesna, Ørnes, Bodø, Stamsund, Svolvær

• Cross the Arctic Circle and take part in an Arctic baptism
• Discover the stunning Lofoten Islands, known for dramatic cliffs and fishing villages

Optional excursions:

• Arctic Coastal Walk
• Lofotr Viking Feast

Day 5 – Tromsø, Gateway to the Arctic

Ports visited: Stokmarknes, Sortland, Risøyhamn, Harstad, Finnsnes, Tromsø, Skjervøy

• Visit Tromsø, home to the Arctic Cathedral and Polar Museum
• Learn about Norway’s polar exploration history

Optional excursions:

• Dog Sledding
• Snowshoeing in Tromsø
• Polar History Walk

Day 6 – Honningsvåg and the North Cape

Ports visited: Øksfjord, Hammerfest, Havøysund, Honningsvåg, Kjøllefjord, Mehamn, Berlevåg

• Visit the North Cape, one of Europe’s northernmost points

Optional excursions:

• The North Cape
• Snowmobile Trip in Lapland

Day 7 – Kirkenes, Voyage Turning Point

Ports visited: Båtsfjord, Vardø, Vadsø, Kirkenes

• Explore the Norwegian-Russian border
• Join a Husky Adventure or King Crab Expedition

Optional excursions:

• Kirkenes Snow Hotel
• Snowmobile Safari

Southbound Journey (Days 8-12)

• Experience ports visited at night on the northbound route in daylight
• Explore Hammerfest, Tromsø, Vesterålen, Lofoten Islands, and Trondheim
• Scenic sail through the Seven Sisters mountain range and Helgeland coast
• Final stop in Bergen, disembark and transfer to the airport for the return flight to the UK