Hurtigruten cruises have everything you need for a truly unique cruising experience through the lesser known areas of Norway, Greenland, Europe and Antarctica on quaint ships, enabling guests to discover places not often visited by tourists. While the Hurtigruten fleet was designed to carry freight and mail between remote regions, and still remain as working mail ships today, the fleet is nevertheless kitted out for comfort with numerous lounges to enjoy, well-equipped gyms, hot tubs and locally sourced cuisine to give you a taste of each region on your cruise.
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The journey you take on Hurtigruten cruises doesn't just take you along Norway's amazing coastline, it also takes you on a culinary journey that focuses not only on delicious food, but also on sourcing sustainable, fresh and local ingredients. No matter whether you choose to eat a three course, sit down meal or a more casual dining experience, you can expect authentic Norwegian cuisine lovingly prepared by some of the most passionate chefs at sea.
While there may not be any onboard shows during your Hurtigruten cruise, this doesn't mean that there's no entertainment. With floor-to-ceiling windows throughout the ships, guests can sit back with a drink in hand and marvel at the incredible views across the sea and the coastline of some of Norway's most breathtaking locations.
In addition, for those moments when the Northern Lights makes an appearance, the observation deck is the place to be, offering unrivalled, front seat views of one of the world's most beautiful sights.
Although Hurtigruten are more than happy to welcome cruisers of all ages, they do not provide child care, kids clubs or specific family activities onboard, although much of what is on offer can be enjoyed by guests of all ages.
Sailing to some of the most fascinating parts of the world, guests can expect to be staring up in awe at the Northern Lights, enjoying the stunning curved landscape of the Fjords or delving into the Drake Passage and down to the Antarctic Peninsula. It’s these sorts of itineraries that make Hurtigruten Cruises such a once in a lifetime experience.
An exploration around Antarctica is a truly remarkable experience as you will come close to some of the world's most endangered species including whales and penguins, while cruising the Norwegian Fjords and Iceland allows you to capture the most incredible views you will ever see, from the Northern Lights to sculptured fjords, be sure your camera has plenty of memory.
Not only do Hurtigruten Cruises explore some wonderful destinations, they offer a range of exciting excursions for you to experience. From enjoying the incredible scenery of the Lofoten Islands on a horse to dog sledding through the snow in Norway. Some of the amazing excursions you can experience include Art Nouveau Walk, Atlanterhavsparken Aquarium and Mount Aksla, Nidaros Cathedral and Ringve Museum, and Scenery and huskies tour.
Rather than flashy entertainment, Hurtigruten likes to ensure that guests can choose to enjoy their cruise at their own pace when onboard the ships. During sea days or after a day of shore excursions, onboard activities include ship bridge visits, painting activities and expert talks covering the science and history of the regions sailed. There are also quizzes, a ship library and an opportunity to tour the onboard art.
In addition, guests can choose to let off some energy at the ships' gyms and sweat our their stresses with a trip to the sauna before taking in the incredible ocean views and rugged Norwegian coastline from the warm waters of a hot tub on deck.
Whether you're voyaging along the rugged Norwegian coastline or embarking on an Arctic Circle adventure, do so in the utmost comfort and style by staying in one of Hurtigruten's suites:
Onboard a Hurtigruten cruise, the dress code is smart casual, even during the Captain's welcome drink. Comfortable, functional clothing is advised for shore excursions so that guests can be comfortable and able to make the most out of each and every destination.
Vaccination Requirements
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Covid-19 Testing
Before embarkation, you must give proof of a negative COVID-19 test, no older than 72 hours.
Further detail around requirements specific to your cruise will be provided to you prior to departure and can be checked on the cruise line pages here.
Please see the itinerary page for exact details that apply to your sailing.
Onboard
Before embarking, guests must fill out a self-declaration form and have their temperature taken. Onboard, social distancing will be maintained through reduced guest capacity, booking systems for onboard activities, reduced capacity in restaurants and floor markings to help guide guests. Cleaning measures have also been enhanced with daily disinfecting, and fogging for public areas and restaurants.
Face Masks
Face masks will be required in some onboard areas during a Hurtigruten cruise. These include embarkation and disembarkation, in hallways, stairways, lecture halls, and in the Science Center. If social distancing can't be adhered to, face masks must be worn.
Crew
Before boarding crew must provide proof of a negative Covid-19 test within the last 72 hours, as well as declare that they have no symptoms. Crew will also undergo daily temperature checks.
As Hurtigruten return to sailing, all groups visiting communities ashore will be guided. This means that going ashore independently is not allowed. If you're on a landing in the wilderness, you may walk freely within an agreed area designated by the Expedition Team.
Please see the itinerary page for exact details that apply to your sailing.
Insurance
Hurtigruten guests must have travel insurance for their trip covering cancellation and medical emergency expenses including repatriation as minimum.
Passports
All guests will require a valid passport to be able to sail, even if the itinerary is not leaving British waters.
Please see the itinerary page for exact details that apply to your sailing.
Cancelled Cruises
Expedition cruises are cancelled as follows:
Due to fleet deployment changes following the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the upcoming MS Trollfjord Expedition Cruises have been cancelled.
If affected, we will be in touch soon with details on your options.
Future Cruise Credit
Rebook your Hurtigruten cruise and receive 125% FCC on a future sailing, plus a 10% discount.These offers apply only to the cruise element of bookings where Iglu.com are the tour operator of the holiday.
For Hurtigruten bookings made by 30th June 2021, change to another cruise in 2021 or 2022 for free up to 14 days before departure. Alternatively, cancel for any reason in the future and get a refund within 14 days. Cancellations must be made at least 90 days before sailing date if departing between January and September 2021 and 180 days before sailing date if departing between October 2021 and December 2022.
T&Cs apply - please see the itinerary page for details
30 Mar 2019
Superb cruise. A very slick operation throughout with excellent excursions, wonderful food and most interesting talks. Really couldnT be faulted in any respect. A truly great experience.
26 Feb 2019
Absolutely amazing
18 Jan 2019
Sailed to Antarctica Nov 2016. Also previously to Svalbard in 2011. Were excellent expedition voyages. Staff / expedition leaders were brilliant. All zodiac Cruising was executed professionally even though were some breakdowns on both voyages. Cabins, small and basic, especially if sharing, but clean and had everything needed. Food was good with plenty of choice.
09 Apr 2019
Excellent experience. room with no window didn't feel claustrophobic. ship had good facilities especially the lectures given by entertainment team. very interesting and informative. Food very nice . all drinks expensive although we realised this was the culture of the country. Crossing the Artic circle was a memorable experience. All staff very pleasant and helpful. Would recommend this trip as a special different type of holiday experience.
10 Jun 2019
I was very disappointed with the cruise, and the weather which you could do nothing about. You chose the Richard With for us which I thought was the flag ship of the line. We discovered too late that it was the oldest ship and that the picture gallery lounge which it was supposed to have had was replaced with a large TV screen showing pictures of Norway and the room was an enlargement of the passageway. The cabin was small and I had a life boat completely blocking my small window. My deck had been changed from 5 to 6. The food was plentiful but indifferent. The staff were good. A friend who had travelled on a newer ship had had nothing but praise. I wasn’t expecting a cruise ship as such, nor did I want one, but I was really disappointed in the Richard With and your recommendations. It was an expensive holiday and I don’t think it was worth the money I paid. I think I deserve some recompense for this and I don’t want a reduction on my next holiday with you. I have photos if you want them of a totally obscured window and the space at the end of the bed- practically impossible to get round.
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18-29th March 2019.Ship excellent in comfort and food.Staff excellent.always helpful.Captain always in touch with passengers on any happenings.We had some bad weather and priority of the captain was to keep us safe.Sadly we didn't see the Northern Lights but you cannot control nature. . It was an excellent cruise with the boat and crew we had.The expedition team were so passionate when giving us the lectures about everything
08 Apr 2019
This was a good trip despite challenges with weather that can't be helped. Consequently very little visibility of Northern lights. Plenty of snow though! Nordlys is a good ship and although due for refit this year was still very comfortable. It must be remembered that this is a post ship so a lot of the stops are very short. However the scenery was fantastic and more spectacular than the Northern lights anyway. Would be interesting to do this to again in the summer. Don't forget you are effectively in Norway, so expect Norway prices for everything. The expedition team were well informed and very helpful in all aspects. Food superb. All in all a good trip with a very professional line. Would go with this company again.
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