Name: In the Wake of The Coastal Express | Summer Cruise
Brand: Hurtigruten
Price: 4,439 GBP
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Day 1 - Hamburg, Germany

Arrive: Fri 14 March 2025 / Depart: Fri 14 March 2025

Hamburg, a major port city in northern Germany, is connected to the North Sea by the Elbe River. It's crossed by hundreds of canals, and also contains large areas of parkland. Near its core, Inner Alster lake is dotted with boats and surrounded by cafes. The city's central Jungfernstieg boulevard connects the Neustadt (new town) with the Altstadt (old town), home to landmarks like 18th-century St. Michael’s Church

Day 2 - North Sea crossing

Day 3 - Stavanger, Norway

Arrive: Sun 16 March 2025 / Depart: Sun 16 March 2025

Stavanger is a city in southwestern Norway. In the center of town, Stavanger Cathedral dates back to the city’s 12th-century founding. Stavanger Museum chronicles the city’s history and displays preserved wildlife. The Norwegian Petroleum Museum illuminates the oil industry with submersibles, a large drill bit and an escape chute. The shopping street Øvre Holmegate is known for its colorful houses.

Day 4 - Alesund

Arrive: Mon 17 March 2025 / Depart: Mon 17 March 2025

Ålesund is mostly known for its unique Art Nouveau architecture, which was in fact the result of a disaster. In 1904, the larger part of Ålesund was destroyed in a devastating fire. In an act of excellent foresight, it was decided to rebuild the town entirely in Art Nouveau, the fashionable style of the time. Most of this beauty has been preserved. If you look up as you explore the town, you will be enchanted by the rounded towers, sinuous lines and foliate forms typical of Art Nouveau.

Day 5 - At sea

Day 6 - Svolvaer

Arrive: Wed 19 March 2025 / Depart: Wed 19 March 2025

Svolvær is the administrative centre of Vågan Municipality in Nordland County, Norway. It is located on the island of Austvågøya in the Lofoten archipelago, along the Vestfjorden

Day 7 - Alta, Norway

Arrive: Thu 20 March 2025 / Depart: Thu 20 March 2025

Alta, alah or mahavar is a red dye that is applied to the hands and feet of women, mainly in the Indian subcontinent. It is applied with a cotton swab or brush to the hands and feet during marriage ceremonies and festivals.

Day 8 - Honningsvag, Norway

Arrive: Fri 21 March 2025 / Depart: Fri 21 March 2025

Honningsvag is the largest fishing village in Finmark and was completely rebuilt after the last war. It is the nearest port of call to the North Cape and from here it is possible to take an excursion to Nordkapp at 71 degrees North.

Day 9 - Tromso, Norway

Arrive: Sat 22 March 2025 / Depart: Sat 22 March 2025

Tromsø’s numerous attractions include wildlife and impressive vistas, as well as history, culture and daring architecture. Often described as the Paris of the north, Tromsø offers a lively nightlife, friendly locals and a range of restaurants specializing in the fresh produce of the region. The city centre offers great shopping - from locally made specialties to Nordic and international brands.

Day 10 - Reine, Lofoten

Arrive: Sun 23 March 2025 / Depart: Sun 23 March 2025

Reine is the administrative centre of Moskenes Municipality in Nordland county, Norway. The fishing village is located on the island of Moskenesøya in the Lofoten archipelago, above the Arctic Circle, about 300 kilometres southwest of the town of Tromsø

Day 11 - At sea

Day 12 - Olden, Norway

Arrive: Tue 25 March 2025 / Depart: Tue 25 March 2025

Olden is a village and urban area in the municipality of Stryn in Vestland county, Norway. Olden is located at the mouth of the Oldeelva river at the northern end of the Oldedalen valley on the southern shore of the Nordfjorden.

Day 13 - Bergen

Arrive: Wed 26 March 2025 / Depart: Wed 26 March 2025

Bergen is surrounded by seven mountains, and one of the most popular attractions of the world: the fjords. The city offers the ideal combination of nature, culture, history and exhilarating city life. What has made Bergen famous is its unique charm, which is something you have to experience for yourself. Enjoy strolling around the old streets and alleyways where people have lived for centuries. Walking through UNESCO-listed Bryggen’s narrow alleyways, made even darker and more mysterious by overhanging balconies, feels like stepping back in time. Bryggen is not a museum but part of the cultural heritage that is still in use - a living historical area of the city. The Fløibanen Funicular is a very popular attraction, running from the city centre to the top of Mount Fløyen in about 7 minutes. From the viewing platform you can admire spectacular views of the city, mountains and fjords. In addition to the wide range of hikes, you'll find a restaurant, café, souvenir shop and playground.

Day 14 - North Sea crossing

Day 15 - Hamburg, Germany

Arrive: Fri 28 March 2025 / Depart: Fri 28 March 2025

MS Otto Sverdrup From Hurtigruten

MS Otto Sverdrup (formerly MS Finnmarken) is named after a great Norwegian polar hero. Together with Fridtjof Nansen and three other Norwegians, Sverdrup was among the first to ski across Greenland. He was also a key member of polar expeditions and the captain of the legendary arctic ship 'Fram'. He also served as the Hurtigruten Expeditions captain on board the M/S Lofoten, which sailed from Norway to Svalbard. Sustainability is the core of every detail of your Hurtigruten Expeditions adventure. Hurtigruten Expeditions is constantly pushing boundaries and aims to become completely emissions free. Hurtigruten Expeditions is the first cruise line in the world to permanently introduce biodiesel fuel on a number of ships – including MS Otto Sverdrup. As is the case with the rest of the Hurtigruten Expeditions fleet, single-use plastics are banned on MS Otto Sverdrup. This ship is also equipped for shore power, completely eliminating emissions when docked in ports with shore power facilities. In the ship's 2020 renovation, natural Scandinavian materials like granite, oak, birch and wool were used to create a relaxed and stylish atmosphere that adds to the premium onboard experience. This ship also offers a chance to indulge yourself in our new Wellness area, complete with gym, treatment rooms and sauna, and guests can enjoy the outdoor pool and hot tubs on deck 7. To take in the magnificent scenery, outdoor observation decks are located on decks 5, 6 and 8.

Ship Cabins

Polar Inside

Cabins on decks 3, 5 and 6 that sleeps up to two people, with a double bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and TV. Some cabins have upper/lower bed.

Arctic Superior

Cabins on decks 5 and 6 that sleeps up to two people, with limited/no view and TV. 16 - 17 m2 Limited view Bathroom TV Mixed beds

Arctic Superior

Cabins on deck 5 that sleeps up to two people, with a double bed or a flexible sleeping arrangement and TV. 10 - 11 m2 Window Bathroom TV Double bed

Arctic Superior

Cabins on decks 6 and 7 that sleeps up to two people, with double bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and TV. 10 - 12 m2 Window Bathroom TV Double bed

Polar Outside

Cabins on decks 3 and 5 that sleeps up to two people, with double bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and TV. 10 - 12 m2 Window Bathroom TV Double bed

Polar Outside

Cabins on deck 3 that sleeps up to two people, with a double bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and TV. 12 - 13 m2 Window Bathroom TV Double bed

Polar Outside

Cabins on decks 2 and 3 that sleeps up to two people, with portholes, double bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and TV. Some cabins have upper/lower bed. Some have limited or no view. 8 - 13 m2 Porthole Bathroom TV Mixed beds

Polar Outside

Cabins on decks 5 and 6 that sleeps up to two people, with limited/no view, and double bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and TV. 10 - 11 m2 Limited view Bathroom TV Double bed

Expedition Grand Suite

One or two-room suites on decks 6 and 8 that sleeps up to two people, with a TV and private balcony or French balcony. 25 - 29 m2 Window Bathroom TV Double bed Balcony

Expedition Mini Suite

One-room suites on deck 5 that sleeps up to two people, with TV. Some Q2 cabins have separate beds. 16 - 19 m2 Window Bathroom TV Mixed beds

Expedition Suite

One room suites on deck 6 that sleeps up to four people, with a TV and private balcony. 19 - 22 m2 Window Bathroom TV Double bed Balcony