Arctic Fjords & Coastal Highlights – including Flåm Railway and Nærøyfjord cruise

Welcome to Oslo

Welcome to Oslo! Upon arrival, make your way to your centrally located hotel. Read our guide on how to travel to your hotel from the airport. Read our guide on how to travel to your hotel from the airport.

After checking in, take some time to explore at your own pace. The Opera House's sloping roof invites you to walk up for fjord views, while the new Munch Museum in Bjørvika district houses works by Norway's most famous painter. Karl Johan street offers cafés and shops, or you can stroll along the picturesque waterfront at Aker Brygge.

Consider adding our optional Norwegian evening on the fjord – a dinner cruise across the Oslofjord as the sun sets, perfect for your first night in Norway. Available during checkout.

Journey to Tromsø and cruise departure

After breakfast, fly north to Tromsø – a two-hour journey that takes you from Norway's capital to the Arctic. This charming town sits 350 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle and hosts the world's northernmost university, creating a vibrant blend of student energy and Arctic culture.

Upon arrival, you can securely store your luggage in the lockers at Tromsø Havn Prostneset terminal before exploring the town. Walk along the harbor where colorful wooden houses line the waterfront, or ride the Fjellheisen cable car up Mount Storsteinen for panoramic views across the city and surrounding mountains.

In the evening, enjoy a six-course Arctic gourmet dinner at Emma's restaurant – a culinary experience showcasing northern ingredients and creativity. Afterwards, head to the port just before midnight to board your Hurtigruten or Havila ship for a four-night coastal voyage south.

Arctic wonders and Lofoten Islands exploration

Wake to the majestic Arctic landscapes as your ship continues south along the Norwegian coast. The vessel threads through Risøyrenna and Raftsund's narrow passages where rugged cliffs rise on both sides. Weather permitting, the ship may sail into Trollfjord – just 2.5 kilometers long and 100 meters wide at its entrance, with sheer walls squeezing close overhead.

Later, the ship arrives in Svolvær, gateway to the Lofoten Islands. Disembark for a land excursion by bus across the archipelago, discovering fishing villages that cluster beneath dramatic peaks. These communities have thrived here for centuries, their existence tied to the rich fishing grounds surrounding the islands.

Rejoin your ship in Stamsund for departure. The vessel continues south through waters that have connected Norwegian coastal communities for generations.

Exploring the Helgeland Coast

Rise early as your cruise brings you to the picturesque village of Ørnes, nestled amidst dramatic Arctic scenery with views toward the Svartisen glacier. As you continue along the Helgeland Coast, watch the landscape shift – unique mountain formations rise from countless islands scattered across the sea.

The Helgeland Coast sits near the Arctic Circle, and the light changes noticeably as you sail. Seven Sister mountains rise from Alsten Island in distinctive peaks. Small ports appear where communities depend on the ship for supplies and connection to the wider world. The day passes watching coastal scenery unfold from the ship's panoramic lounges or open decks.

Trondheim Exploration and the Atlantic Ocean Road

Early arrival in historic Trondheim gives you several hours to explore. Wander through Bakklandet's narrow streets where well-preserved wooden houses and cozy cafés invite you to pause. Or visit Nidaros Cathedral – the northernmost medieval cathedral in the world. If you prefer guided exploration, an optional land excursion delves deeper into Trondheim's history.

As your journey continues, disembark in Kristiansund for a land excursion across the legendary Atlantic Ocean Road. This engineering marvel leaps between islands on bridges that curve with the coastline, exposed to Atlantic storms. The road gained fame as a filming location for James Bond's "No Time To Die," but the real drama comes from how the highway seems to float above the waves.

Rejoin the ship in Molde for the final leg to Bergen.