The Hurtigruten Cruises- a lot more than the Classic Coastal Cruises
For more than one hundred years, the Hurtigruten ships has travelled along the Norwegian coast. Always reliable.Not many brands in Norway, if any, are as strong as the "Hurtigruten". Throughout history, it has build it's image in the coastal communitys as the most reliable transportation company in Norway, and in peoples mind the ships on this coastal cruise are always safe, and no winter storm can stop it. 
That means, in the beautiful, sunny summertime, as well as through the rough winter storms.In the old days it was common knowledge: Even if heavy storms forces all other ships to stay in safe and sheltered harbours, the Hurtigruten keeps going. Many poems and songs has been written about these ships, which shows the importance and love to the ships in the Norwegian peoples minds. In that early days, several different companys were competing for goods and passengers, but today only one company is left in this Norwegian cruise.
The Classic Norwegian Cruise
Your travel will take place on one of the 11 modern, quite luxurious ships along the coast. The meals on board are known as outstanding, and the cabin goes from the more simple ones to "royal" suites with balcony.You will love the amazing panorama lounges, where you can relax in comfortable chairs, reading a book or a magazine, or watch the Norwegian Coastal life outside. 
Even from the deck of the Hurtigruten passengers has witnessed unbelievable Whale-Shows. Many of you will observe whales during your trip, and you should also know that many of the former local whale-hunters now are making a living from arranging
Whale Watching Cruises.
Photo of Killer Whales ©:Trym Ivar Bergsmo / Hurtigruten Archive A whale safari takes you on a small ship out to sea, where you will be able to see, and take photographs of, big whales playing on the surface. 
Another exciting possibility is to see the Northen Light:
Aurora Boralis
. During the winter-time, north of the Arctic Circle, you might get the opportunity to see this most unforgettable sight: The Northern Light. This small photo by © Ivan Mervillie / Hurtigruten Archive, shows you the Northern Light, seen from a passengers view. Read more about the Hurtigruten Classic Cruise The Greenland Cruise
Did you know that Hurtigruten also can take you to Greenland? For those seeking something special, the Greenland Adventure is an experience you will never forget. This European outpost, has a nature and a way of living that you don't find many other places,and Hurtigruten gives you the opportunity to get there in the most luxurios way. Photo from Greenland ©:Gian Rico Willy / Hurtigruten Archive
The Spitsbergen Cruise
The cruises to Spitsbergen, or Svalbard as most Norwegians call it, has become extremely popular.Now you can also enjoy a totally new and exciting coastal cruise, a voyage along the entire western coast of Spitsbergen, aboard the luxurious MS Fram — from its southernmost extremes, all the way up to the near-polar 80th Parallel North. Photo from Spitsbergen ©: Ragnar Hartvig / Hurtigruten Archive
The Antarctica Cruise
The MS Fram has special qualitys to make your trip to the Antarctica to be unique. Safety has absolute priority, and the professional crew is your guarantie for success.The Antarctica explorations are filled with most interesting nature- and geography-focused programs. Photo from Antarctica with penguins ©: Thomas Mauch / Hurtigruten Archive The expedition begins in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Then its on to Ushuaia where your Antarctica cruise begins.
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The Hurtigruten Classic Norwegian Cruise
The Hurtigruten Classic Norwegian Cruise from Bergen to Kirkenes, is one of the most amazing and beautiful voyages in the World.
The Hurtigruten History
The Hurtigruten has long traditions in Norway, ever since the first ship, the S/S "Vesteraalen" left Trondheim destinated for Hammerfest in July 1893.
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Main Harbours Today
Bergen
The second largest city in Norway, and for almost a thousand years, one of the most important harbours for travellers from all around the world. Read more about Bergen
Ålesund
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Trondheim
With a history way back in the age of the vikings, Trondheim today is a modern city, and a centre for high technological research and education.Read more about Trondheim
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Geiranger
One of the most popular tourist attractions in Norway, and since 2005 the Geirangerfjord has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List.Read more about amazing Geiranger