Signature - Svalbard Line
Overview
Majestic fjords, diverse landscapes and optional excursions
Sail along Norway’s dramatic Arctic coastline
Remote islands, stunning fjords and charming towns
Discover Longyearbyen’s fascinating history
Hear stories of hardy settlers and explore the history of the region
Spot iconic Svalbard wildlife, Reindeer, seabirds, whales and more
All-inclusive Arctic cuisine on board
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1 – Bergen. Your voyage begins in this beautiful city on the west coast of Norway. Once we’ve welcomed you aboard, you’ll meet your ship’s Expedition Team, who will be your hosts and guides to the Norwegian coastline and Svalbard. Get acquainted with your shipmates and take some time to get comfortable in your new home-away-from-home
Day 2
Day 2 – Aldanes. The literal highlights of Åndalsnes are the mountains that tower over the town and which line the Romsdalen valley. Trollveggen, the Troll Wall, is one prominent cliff with a vertical drop of more than 1,000 metres, making it popular for BASE jumpers.
Day 3
Day 3 – Traena. Træna is an archipelago that sits along the Helgeland coast at the edge of the Arctic Circle, 33 nautical miles northwest of the mainland. Made up of around 500 islands, islets, and skerries, only four are inhabited year-round.
Day 4
Day 4 – Reine. Today, we explore the famed Lofoten Islands. Watch for the steep mountains rising from the sea as we approach from the south in the morning.
Day 5
Day 5 – Tromos. Tromsø is northern Norway’s urban Arctic hotspot and gateway to the Arctic. It Boasts impressive architecture, hip restaurants, and the world’s northernmost university.
Day 6
Day 6 – Honningsvag. The most northernmost city. You have several optional excursions to pick from here. These could include taking a bus or riding a quad to the North Cape, a hike with your Coastal Experience Team, or an introduction to what life is like at 71°N.
Day 7
Day 7 – At Sea
Day 8
Day 8 – Longyearbyen. Today, we arrive at the Svalbard archipelago and make our way up to Spitsbergen, the largest of the three main islands. Magnificent brown and green mountains rise and ripple up from the High Arctic tundra while rivers of snow-melt trickle through the valley plains, glistening under the summer sun.
Day 9
Day 9 – Ny Alesund. Wander around what is one of the northernmost settlements in the world, drop in at the local museum and souvenir shop, or send a far-flung postcard back to friends and family from the small post office.
Day 10
Day 10 – At Sea
Day 11
Day 11 – Senja. The island is one of the country’s largest, and northern Norway’s fast-rising star destination, as you’d expect for a place ranked among CNN’s top ten most beautiful islands in the world.
Day 12
Day 12 = Stokmarknes. Start the day with a few hours in Stokmarknes, an historic town with a special place in our hearts. It’s the birthplace of Hurtigruten Norwegian Coastal Express.
Day 13
Day 13 – Bronnoysund. The ship continues south and reaches the midpoint of the Norwegian coast. This is the Helgeland Coast, a well-known stretch full of distinctive mountains that have inspired many a charming myth and local folklore.
Day 14
Day 14 – Alesund & Hjorundfjord. The ship will make a brief stop in the town of Ålesund, known for its Art Nouveau architecture and picturesque position on a peninsula below Mount Aksla. If you’re joining the overland excursion to Hjørundfjord and Sæbo, this is where you disembark, or you can explore the town on foot.
Day 15
Day 15 – Bergen. We arrive back in Bergen in the morning. It’s time to disembark the ship, but not before saying fond farewells to your fellow passengers and to the crew of MS Trollfjord who made your Svalbard Express journey such a comfortable one.