About Hurtigruten

Learn more about us, our history, our visions for the future, and the places we sail to.

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Get to know our different experiences along the coast

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The Coastal Express

The 'World's most Beautiful Voyage', loved since 1893.

This is our classic route that has faithfully served the families and communities of the Norwegian coast for generations.

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The Svalbard Express

An iconic voyage deep into the Arctic Circle and the land of the Midnight Sun.

Relive pioneering adventures on a magical sailing along the Norwegian coast and up to the edge of the world.

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The North Cape Express

Sail to the North Cape at the top of Europe on a Northern Lights cruise from Oslo or Hamburg, or a summer’s Midnight Sun sailing from Hamburg.

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The Spitsbergen Adventurer

A nostalgic voyage of the largest island in the Svalbard archipelago to experience a remote wilderness of fjords, glaciers, and polar wildlife.

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Norway’s Coastal Kitchen

On a voyage with us you won’t just see the Norwegian coast; you’ll taste it too. As we sail its length, we pick from its pantry, sourcing the finest homegrown produce from the ports we visit.

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Restaurants on The Coastal Express

Reflecting our love of food and our home, each of our onboard restaurants is named after an aspect of the Norwegian coast. Together, they offer our guests an exciting exploration of our homeland’s cuisine.

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Restaurants on MS Trollfjord

The dining concepts aboard exquisitely designed MS Trollfjord proudly present Norwegian cuisine at its finest and most sustainable.

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Meet our Culinary Ambassadors

Astrid Nässlander and Halvar Ellingsen are two top-tier Head Chefs from the Norwegian coast, bringing their specialist knowledge of local ingredients and their own culinary flair to our menus.

Get to know our history

Since 1893, we have been the lifeblood of the Norwegian coast. A household name loved by locals for decades. The route we founded binds the country together, transporting people, delivering goods, and sustaining communities.

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The origin of the original: the beginnings of Hurtigruten

When shipping pioneer Richard With founded The Original Coastal Express back in 1893, little did he know that it would forever change the future of the Norwegian coast.

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Our story together

We are generations of sailors, cooks, receptionists, waitresses all working to bind the country together. For over 130 years, our ships have been a lifeline to coastal communities of all sizes and a way of life for the people who reside here.

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A home for our history: The Hurtigruten Museum

How a Captain’s love for our maritime heritage led to a beautiful museum in Stokmarknes, dedicated to The Coastal Express.

Five reasons our timeless voyages along the stunning Norwegian coast are unique and special.

Sustainability is our goal

Hurtigruten commits to eco-upgrades by 2025, with 7 ships leading in CO2 reduction by 25% and NOx by 80%. Additionally, 3 vessels transition to hybrid power, ensuring the conservation of Norway's coastal environment and support for local livelihoods.

Sea Zero

Channelling the same pioneering spirit as our first voyage in 1893, we are embarking on a journey to build our first fully zero-emission ship for The Coastal Express by 2030. It is the most ambitious sustainability initiative in our 130-year history.

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Caring for the Coast – Livelihoods

Together with your visits to these communities, our sailings on the coast have helped to support local businesses, create jobs, and sustain livelihoods. When they thrive, we thrive.

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Caring for the Coast – People

We are here for those who live along Norway’s coast and for you who come to experience its authentic, everyday life.

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Caring for the Coast – Nature

A deep love for Norway’s coast compels us to take care of its pristine waters and shores in the most sustainable ways possible.

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Your coastal experience

From in-depth lectures to handpicked hikes, our Coastal Experience Team is on hand to enhance your voyage, both on board and on land. Nobody knows the areas we sail along the Norwegian coast better than they do.

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Excursions with Hurtigruten

Elevate your Hurtigruten voyage with our captivating shore excursions, revealing Norway's rich nature, culture, and history in-depth. Book today!

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Meet the team on our Coastal Express ships

Get to know your Coastal Experience Team on board the ships sailing our flagship route from Bergen to Kirkenes. Their passion, expertise, and love for the Norwegian coast will ensure your voyage is an authentic one.

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Meet the team: MS Trollfjord

Get to know your Coastal Experience Team on board the flagship for The Svalbard Express and The North Cape Express. Their passion, expertise, and love for the Norwegian coast will ensure your voyage is a memorable one.