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The Hurtigruten Norwegian Cruise

- the most Beautiful Voyage in the World -

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Here we will give you a presentation to the Classic Hurtigruten Norwegian Cruise.

As described in the Hurtigruten main page, the company has several exciting voyages on its scedule.

This Coastal Voyage takes you from the beautiful, old town Bergen in the South, all along the western coast of Norway to the turning point of the ships, Kirkenes in Finnmark, close to the Russian border.

Many recognize the Hurtigruten Norwegian cruise as the Most Beautiful Journey in The World, and in fact you will see the magnificent Fjords, the Waterfalls, the beautiful little islands and the pittoresqe communities in places you could almost not imagine.

And remember, this is not an ordinary cruise.

This is a cruise on a working ship, that is carrying mail, grocery and all kind of goods to and from the communities along the coast.

You are coming close to the small fishing boats from the local communitys, the supply vessels on their way to or from the oil rigs in the North Sea, and to the many local ferries crossing the Norwegian fjords.

Whenever arriving a port, you will get a small glance of how people live here in the north.

You will see places most of you could not imagine that anyone would live in, as well as places with the more urban way of living.

There are almost no other way a tourist can get this close to the Norwegian way of living. The Hurtigruten ships are still important in ordinary peoples life in the coastal communities and outposts, and as an interested passenger you can experience this fact.

If you are lucky you will see whales and eagles close to the ship, which you can study from high-standard ships with the best of comfort.

Day 1:

The ship departs from Bergen in the evening.

If you have some free time before departure we advice you to take a walk in this beautiful, old town, established as early as 1070 by the Norwegian King Olav Kyrre.

Bergen has a population of 253.000 and is the second largest town in Norway. It is a centre for art and culture and was the birthplace of the famous composer Edvard Grieg.

Day 2:

During the night, and early morning of Day 2 we will first arrive in Florø, Måløy and Torvik .

During this first day the ship will call the ports of Ålesund, Molde and Kristiansund .

In the summertime the Hurtigruten is also visiting Geiranger before arriving Molde.

Day 3

In the morning of Day 3, the Hurtigruten is calling Trondheim and Rørvik

This city of Trondheim is the historical Nidaros, and is also a municipality in Sør-Trøndelag county. The population is about 168.257, which makes it the third largest city in Norway. read more >>

Day 4

On the 4.th day the Coastal Express calls at Brønnøysund - Sandnessjøen - Nesna - (passing by Indre Kvarøy ) - Ørnes - Bodø - Stamsund and Svolvær.

Day 5

Stokmarknes - Sortland (read about Whale Watching Cruises) - Risøyhamn - Harstad - Finnsnes - Tromsø - Skjervøy.

Day 6

Øksfjord - Hammerfest - Havøysund - Honningsvåg - Kjøllefjord - Mehamn - Berlevåg.

Day 7

On the seventh day the ship arrives Båtsfjord - Vardø - Vadsø and Kirkenes.

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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.

hurtigruten classic Norwegian cruise

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.

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

Ålesund view

Ålesund is probably the most beautiful town in Norway. As the result of a huge city fire in 1904, most of the city was rebuild in Jugend style, which is unique in Norway.

Read more about beautiful Ålesund

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

Other Highlights

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