Hurtigruten

From the magnificent fjords of Norway to the awesome ice-filled bays of Antarctica, Hurtigruten is renowned for its comprehensive collection of voyages to remote, beautiful and dramatic coastlines from the far north to the distant south. With over 120 years of maritime experience and our fleet of sixteen intimate and comfortable ships, we offer voyages that go beyond the traditional cruise, allowing closer encounters with environments, wildlife and people along shorelines near and far.

MS Expedition

MS Expedition

Ms Expedition was built in Helsingør/Denmark in 1972 and was owned by Viking Lines for the last 15 years sailing between Sweden and Finland.

The ship has been bought by GAP Adventures and is currently undergoing a major rebuilding and modernisation at Aker shipyards in Turku/Finland. Spitsbergen Travel has chartered the ship for the Spitsbergen voyages.

Once finished, the ship will have spacious and comfortable public rooms including a panorama lounge, an expedition lounge, restaurant (one sitting), library, bar, fitness room and sauna. All cabins will be outside with a window or porthole and private facilities. A fleet of ten Zodiacs is available for landings and excursions and stabilisers ensure a smooth journey.

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MS Finnmarken

MS Finnmarken

MS Finnmarken was built in 2002 and belongs the same class as MS Trollfjord and MS Midnatsol. She is the only ship with both a swimming pool and a Jacuzzi on deck. A special feature on the MS Finnmarken is the bow, and you can actually from deck 5 go all the way to the tip. The ship is beautifully appointed and decorated in an Art Nouveau style.

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MS Fram

MS Fram

MS Fram continues the heritage of the original Fram, using the most advanced technology making it extraordinarily suited for expedition voyages in polar regions. Fram means forward – raising expectations of the voyage at hand.

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MS Islander

MS Islander

The MS Islander is a small and elegant ship, originally built in 1995 and refurbished in 2002 and 2004. It has 24 state cabins, each tastefully furnished with rich mahogany finishing and most have a large picture window. The public area includes a spacios lounge with bar, library, a Gym, small wellness centre, restaurant and an observation area. A massage therapist and a video chronicler are onboard througout the voyages.

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MS Kong Harald

MS Kong Harald

Although this ship is named after today’s King of Norway, Harald, you will find other famous Norwegians on board as well: The bar is named after Nobel Peace Laureate, the Norwegian polar pioneer Fridtjof Nansen and the café is named after explorer Roald Amundsen. As with MS Richard With, MS Kong Harald was launched in 1993 to mark Hurtigruten´s centenary. In the ship’s interior you will see decorative details of the King’s Crown emblem.

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MS Lofoten

MS Lofoten

MS Lofoten, our old time favourite, was launched in Oslo in 1964, and provides you a voyage of real nostalgia and intimate informal atmosphere. The ship is named after the Lofoten Islands justnorth of the Arctic Circle, famous for their dramatic scenery and often described as ‘a masterpiece’. MS Lofoten is the second Hurtigruten ship to carry this name. She was refurbished and refitted in 2003, but most of the original style and atmosphere are preserved. With unique lounges and panoramic decks, this ‘old lady’ is simply incomparable. The cabins are plain, but very cosy.

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MS Lyngen

MS Lyngen

The colour scheme abord this ship was determined by the seasons. It is springtime in the cafe, autumn in the bar, and winter in the panorama lounge above. North Norwegian artists have put their stamp on the ship; newer works of art mingle with older works taken from older vessels.

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MS Midnatsol

MS Midnatsol

The name Midnatsol (Midnight Sun) is something to live up to, and this ship, dedicated to the Norwegian summer, does just that. The interior’s bright, colourful décor is inspired by the warm sunny climate, a motif also reflected in the many pieces of Norwegian modern art on display. MS Midnatsol was put into service on 15 April 2003 and is the fourth Hurtigruten ship to bear this name. The ship has a strong environmental profile and a modern design, with Norwegian materials used extensively throughout its interiors. Together with her sister ship, MS Trollfjord, MS Midnatsol is among the newest in the fleet. What characterises both ships is the large, two-storey panorama lounge above the bow and the large glass expanses that allow natural light to enter as well as providing extraordinary views. There are also 23 beautifully appointed suites, some of which have a balcony.

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MS Narvik

MS Narvik

The ship was built in 1982, but has been refitted as recently as 1995. From Leden, the long panorama lounge perched high above deck, passengers have almost a 360 degree view. Scattered throughout the ship are oil paintings, coloured wood cuttings, silk screen paintings, wall hangings, watercolours and lithographs by renowned artists such as Karl Erik Harr.

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MS Nordkapp

MS Nordkapp

MS Nordkapp is named after one of the highlights of the Hurtigruten voyage, the northermost point of mainland Europe, the North Cape (71º N). It has attracted explorers since it was named by Richard Chancellor who was passing the cape in 1553 while searching for a Northeast passage. The ship was built in 1996, and on board you are surrounded by artworks from the renowned Norwegian artist, Karl Erik Harr. MS Nordkapp is part of the ship class built in the 1990s and has been upgraded with junior suites and Jacuzzis. The godmother of MS Nordkapp is Norway’s Queen Sonja.

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MS Nordlys

MS Nordlys

MS Nordlys is named after the spectacular natural phenomena visible in these waters between October and March. Nordlys, meaning the Northern Lights (or Aurora Borealis), which appear in the sky of the Northern Hemisphere as green and sometimes red flaming “waves” and will leave you with memories that will last forever. MS Nordlys was built in 1994 and its art, décor and colours are all inspired by the Northern Lights phenomenon. With her light and delicate interior, Norwegian artists have created a unique and distinct environment on board. Passengers are encouraged to relax in the ship’s elegant maritime atmosphere, countless lounges and comfortable reclining chairs.

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MS Nordnorge

MS Nordnorge

Nord-Norge means the northern part of Norway, mostly situated inside the Arctic Circle. MS Nordnorge was built in Norway in 1997 and is the second ship in Hurtigruten to have this name. Between 2002-2007 MS Nordnorge gave her guests memorable experiences in Antarctica. On board MS Nordnorge guests can admire the work of artists such as Johanne Marie Hansen-Krone, Ellen Lenvik and Dagfinn Bakke. The interior décor very much reflects an Art Nouveau and Art Deco influence.

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MS Nordstjernen

MS Nordstjernen

The ship was built in 1956 to operate on the Norwegian coastal voyage service and modernised in the early eighties. In recent years the ship has been used for voyages around the Spitsbergen Archipelago during the summer season.

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MS Polarlys

MS Polarlys

MS Polarlys was built in 1996, and she is the third ship in Hurtigruten to have this name. Polarlys is the Norwegian word for polar light, a name given to the special Arctic phenomenon we chase in our winter programme “Hunting the Light”. MS Polarlys is a stylish ship, furnished with mahogany panelling, polished brass, and a choice selection of Norwegian contemporary art. Together with the extensive use of wood in the public areas, this has created a unique maritime atmosphere.

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MS Richard With

MS Richard With

MS Richard With is named after the founder of Hurtigruten, Captain Richard With. His establishment of the Norwegian Coastal Express back in 1893 had an enormous impact on life along the Norwegian coast. This ship was delivered to us in 1993, 100 years after our founder completed his first ever Hurtigruten voyage. On board there is beautiful art by the famous Harr family. The panorama lounges, Horisont and Syvstjernen, treat you to unforgettable views of the surrounding scenery. There are also Jacuzzis and eight junior suites on board.

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MS Trollfjord

MS Trollfjord

The ship is named after the famous Trollfjord, situated between the Vesterålen and the Lofoten Islands. Trollfjord is one of the highlights of the voyage south, and is famous locally for “The battle of the Trollfjord” which took place here in the winter of 1890. The ship has a comfortable interior, with an extensive use of Norwegian wood and stone. MS Trollfjord´s maiden voyage was in 2002 and she is one of the newest ships in the Hurtigruten fleet. Being MS Midnatsol´s sister ship, they share many of the same characteristics, such as the beautiful panorama lounge and suites. On board the ship you will discover original paintings by the Lofoten artist Kaare Espolin Johnsen, paintings that were originally on board the old Hurtigruten ship MS Harald Jarl.

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MS Vesteralen

MS Vesteralen

MS Vesterålen was built in 1983 and is named after the first Hurtigruten ship to sail in 1893, DS Vesterålen. Vesterålen is also the name of the area in which Hurtigruten’s first home port, Stokmarknes, is situated. Vesterålen lies just north of Lofoten and is home to some of the most beautiful scenery of the coastal voyage. The ship is one of the smallest ships in the fleet. She was upgraded both in 1988 and 1995, and is characterised by her bright, cheerful public areas and lounges. Throughout your voyage you will enjoy views from the panorama lounge and notice the extensive art collection on board. With the limited passenger capacity, a voyage on MS Vesterålen is truly something special.

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MV Polar Star

MV Polar Star

Built in 1969, MV Polar Star ranks highly among the small fleet of Arctic expedition cruise ships.

With a comfortable dining room, large panorama lounge, lecture theatre, library and bar. She is well equipped with a fleet of Zodiacs, available for excursions

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