The Coastal Express – North
MS Kong Harald · Bergen → Kirkenes
- Nights
- 6
- Ports
- 7
- Country
- 1
- Ship
- MS Kong Harald
- Route
- Bergen → Kirkenes
- Next departure
- January 2027
The Coastal Express – North at a glance: a 6-night Hurtigruten voyage aboard MS Kong Harald, sailing from Bergen to Kirkenes. The next departure is January 2027, one of 5 departure dates. From R27,300 per person · double occupancy · taxes & port expenses included · full board included; Signature voyages add drinks.
Overview
Your voyage at a glance
A 6-night voyage aboard Hurtigruten’s MS Kong Harald, sailing from Bergen to Kirkenes, with 7 ports in Norway.
- Bergen
- Ålesund
- Trondheim
- Bodø
- Tromsø
- Honningsvåg
- Kirkenes
Voyage from
R27,300
per person · double occupancy · taxes & port expenses included · full board included; Signature voyages add drinks
About Hurtigruten
Hurtigruten has sailed the Norwegian coast since 1893, when Richard With's steamship first carried mail and passengers north from Trondheim. Its ships still call at dozens of small harbours between Bergen and Kirkenes, carrying local travellers and cargo alongside holidaymakers. It is a relaxed, unpretentious way to watch fjords, fishing villages and Arctic landscapes pass by, day after day.
Besides the classic Coastal Express, Hurtigruten runs all-inclusive Signature voyages on refurbished ships to the North Cape and Svalbard. Menus lean on Norwegian produce, an onboard Expedition Team gives talks, and in winter the ships sail deep into the aurora zone. Several ships now use battery-hybrid power, and a zero-emission ship is planned for 2030.
Full Hurtigruten overviewItinerary
Route & day by day
Day 1
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Day 2
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Day 3
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Day 4
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Day 5
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Day 6
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Day 7
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Dates & prices
5 upcoming departures
From R27,300
per person · double occupancy · taxes & port expenses included · full board included; Signature voyages add drinks · price varies by date, confirmed on request
| Departs | Ship | Duration | Fare | Select |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 2027Next6 nights · from R27,300* | MS Kong Harald | 6 nights | from R27,300 | Select |
| March 20276 nights · from R27,300* | MS Kong Harald | 6 nights | from R27,300 | Select |
| May 20276 nights · from R27,300* | MS Kong Harald | 6 nights | from R27,300 | Select |
| July 20276 nights · from R27,300* | MS Kong Harald | 6 nights | from R27,300 | Select |
| September 20276 nights · from R27,300* | MS Kong Harald | 6 nights | from R27,300 | Select |
* The voyage’s lead-in fare; the fare for each date is confirmed by your specialist. Exact sailing dates within each month are shown when you select it.
Staterooms
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Inside
Inside
No window: the best-value way aboard, ideal if you’ll be ashore most days.
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Ocean view
Ocean view
A window or porthole with natural light and a view of the sea.
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Suite
Suite
More space and extra privileges; exactly what’s included varies by suite.
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Categories vary by ship and sailing. Choosing one takes you to the booking flow, where you’ll see each category’s price basis and availability for your date.
Your ship
MS Kong Harald
MS Kong Harald
Hurtigruten fleet
Built in 1993 and refitted in 2016 and 2023, when she was converted to hybrid power, using around a quarter less fuel.
577guests
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What your fare includes
Price basis: per person · double occupancy · taxes & port expenses included · full board included; Signature voyages add drinks.
Included in the fare
- Full board
- Tea & filter coffee
- Wi-Fi
- Lectures by the Expedition Team
- Beer, wine, spirits & soft drinksSignature voyages only
- Taxes, fees & port charges
Not included / paid extras
- Alcoholic drinks on Coastal Express voyages
- Shore excursions
Ask your specialist for current offers. Inclusions and promotions change by sailing and fare; your quote confirms exactly what’s included.
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