Roundtrip Norway Coastal Voyage 2022-2023
Cruise itineraries vary, focusing primarily on the coastal villages and breathtaking fjords of western Norway, although some itineraries include the Arctic with stops at Spitsbergen and the Svalbard Archipelago. Traveling between Kirkenes and Stavanger, you'll visit some of Norway's most popular sites. Tromso, which lies far north of the Arctic Circle, is home to a number of museums and Polaria, an environmental center that educates visitors on Arctic wildlife and ecology. Trondheim, a center for education and technology, features shop-lined streets, lively nightlife and many historical attractions, among them the Nidarosdomen Cathedral. Bergen, an important cultural highlight, is well-known for its fish market, the old Hanseatic-era wharf known as Bryggen, and nearby mountains and fjords.
Tour Itinerary
The trip starts in Bergen, the administrative center of western Norway. The fish market, the Flobanen funicular up to one of the lookout points, the colorful UNESCO-listed warehouses in Bryggen, and Bergen itself are all well-known attractions.
You can meander through the narrow streets and along the quays of the bustling harbor or enjoy the delicious seafood at the fish market. Bergen is also the entrance to the Norwegian fjords.
Today we arrive in Ålesund, well-known for its Art Nouveau architecture with beautiful brick houses and warehouses. In the summer, you can continue to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Geiranger Fjord, surrounded by steep mountains and impressive waterfalls. *Geiranger visited 01.06–31.08
Shore excursions:
- Geiranger and Trollstigen, Geiranger*
*Hjørundfjorden visited 01.09-31.10
- E-biking in Norangsdalen
- Unique paddling experience Hjørundfjord
- Guided cultural walk in the fjords
- Hike to a mountain farmExcursions
- Art nouveau walk, Ålesund
- Atlanterhavsparken Aquarium, Ålesund
- Kayaking in Alesund, Ålesund
- Hiking at Sukkertoppen, Ålesund
- Winter cruise to the world heritage area of Geiranger, Ålesund
- Fishing Adventure in Ålesund
- The Mountaineering Capital of Norway
- Idyllic walk in a living, historic factory
Shore excursions:
- Trondheim and the Nidaros Cathedral, northbound
- Trondheim and Nidaros by vintage tram
- Historical city walk in Trondheim
- City cycling in Trondheim
On this leg, we celebrate crossing the Arctic Circle with a ceremony before continuing into the Arctic regions. It means midnight sun in the summer and, possibly, Northern Lights in the evenings, while summer days are just a shade less dark than nighttime.
Nature is powerful, with the largest glacier in northern Scandinavia, the world's strongest tidal current, and encounters with the majestic sea eagle. Lofoten's fishing villages, steep mountains, and Vikings await you in the evening.
Shore excursions:
- Moose, Svartisen and Saltstraumen, Ørnes
- Experience Bodø and Saltstraumen,Bodø
- Taste the arctic outdoor, Bodø
- RIB-safari to Saltstraumen and the sea eagles, Bodø
- Feast with the Viking chieftain, Stamsund
- Meet the people of Lofoten, Stamsund
- Brewery visit and beer tasting, Svolvær
The journey continues through narrow fjords and past wild mountains to Tromso, a city known for hunting, fishing, polar expeditions, and bravery. It is also arrived in the homeland of the Sami, Norway's indigenous people.Meeting the Sami and their reindeer while learning about the Sami culture is an unforgettable experience.
Shore excursions:
- Tromsø – Capital of the Arctic, Tromsø
- Dog sledding and huskies, Tromsø
- Visit 300 huskies, Tromsø
- Reindeer sledding and Sami visit
- Walking theater in Tromsø
As far north as land and sea travel will take you. Many people regard a visit to the North Cape as a high point and a goal for their voyages along the Norwegian coast. Nature is at its harshest and most desolate up here in the polar landscape, but people cling on and reap nature's bounty between bare plains and rugged cliffs. You can also try some of the catch. Would you like some king crab?
Shore excursions:
- The North Cape plateau, Honningsvåg
- North Cape plateau ATV Summer Safari, Honningsvåg
- North Cape plateau ATV Winter Safari, Honningsvåg
- King crab experience, Honningsvåg
- Snowshoeing and ice fishing in the Arctic, Honningsvåg
- Birdwatching near North Cape, Honningsvåg
- Visiting a Sami family, Kjøllefjord
- Autumn visit to the Sami, Kjøllefjord
- Snowmobiling in the Polar Night, Kjøllefjord
- Birdwatching near North Cape
You have now traveled as far east as you can on your journey. The Russian border is only a few kilometers away, and road signs in Kirkenes are in both Norwegian and Russian. On one of our excursions, you can travel all the way to the border, or you can visit the Snowhotel, where everything is made of ice and snow.
Shore excursions:
- Snowhotel Kirkenes
- King crab with a snowmobile on the frozen fjord, Kirkenes
- Dog sledding in the Arctic, Kirkenes
- Snowmobile safari in the Arctic, Kirkenes
- The Russian border, Kirkenes
- King crab fishing in a RIB, Kirk
As we sail west and then south, the polar landscape changes. The vast expanses are replaced by steep peaks, as we sail into Troms in the evening. You can attend a midnight concert at the Arctic Cathedral, or take a stroll in the midnight sun or under the Northern Lights to explore the city dubbed "The Paris of the North."
Shore excursions:
- Snowmobile trip in the polar night, Mehamn
- Breakfast at the North Cape Plateau, Honningsvåg
- The best of the world's northernmost city, Hammerfest
- City walk and knighting ceremony in the polar bear society, Hammerfest
- Midnight concert in the Arctic Cathedral, Tromsø
We return to the wild and beautiful Lofoten Islands. Under the jagged mountains are chalky white sandy beaches, fishing villages with a thriving fishing industry, and locals who rely on coastal ships for daily trips and transportation. Next, we will enter the narrow Trollfjord if the weather permits. There is a good chance of seeing sea eagles here.
Shore excursions:
- A taste of Vesterålen, Harstad
- Experience Lofoten, Svolvær
- Golfing at Lofoten Links, Svolvær
- A taste of Lofoten, Svolvær
- Horse riding in Lofoten, Svolvær
- Brewery visit and beer tasting, Svolvær
- Sea eagle safari in a RIB, Svolvær
- Sea Eagle Safari in Trollfjorden, disembarkation from the ship
- Hike by the best beach in Europe, Svolvær
Shore excursions:
- Hiking at Torghatten, Brønnøysund
- The Norwegian salmon adventure, Brønnøysund
- Experience the World Heritage listed Vega Islands, Brønnøysund
We sail through the wide Trondheim fjord that is bounded by rolling farmland on both sides and return to the coast and the open sea. You can disembark in Kristiansund and be driven along the Atlantic Ocean Road, which has been called the world's most beautiful drive. The road meanders along islets and skerries, and afterwards you can re-embark in Molde.
Shore excursions:
- Trondheim and the Nidaros Cathedral
- Experience the Atlantic Road, Kristiansund
- Atlanterhavsveien and Bergtatt marble mine, Kristiansund
The last day of the tour takes you through a diverse coastal landscape of bare rocky mountains and a maze of sounds and waterways between many islands. The great fjords and glaciers are situated inland. Bergen awaits at the end of the voyage. We hope you have many good memories from your journey along the Norwegian coast with Havila Voyages, and we look forward to seeing you again.
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