Hurtigruten

Trondheim

Norway

Norwegian Fjords

MS Nordlys

A cruise from Trondheim to Bergen gives you peace of mind to relax and enjoy the view while the ship peacefully explores the coast. See UNESCO-listed treasures, picturesque fishing villages and majestic fjords, all while travelling alongside locals for an authentic taste of coastal life.

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Board your ship in Trondheim in the morning, then sail past beautiful island scenery and some of Norway’s smallest communities before exploring Kristiansund and Molde.Capital of the Viking AgeStroll around Trondheim in the early morning as the city wakes. Visit the sacred Nidaros Cathedral, resting place of St. Olav. Then, walk to Gamle Bybro bridge for a photo opportunity over Nid River.Treat yourself to quality coffee and a Nordic patisserie in one of the Bakklandet district’s many chic cafés then walk up to Kristiansten Fort for great views of Norway’s third-largest city.Dealing in dried codWe dock at Kristiansund’s harbour in the late afternoon. The town is spread over three islands and known for being Norway’s “Bacalao Capital” for the salted cod that’s dried on the surrounding cliffs, called klippfisk in Norwegian.Take a walk around the cobblestone streets of the old town and tour the lively port. You can also head up to the old watchtower at Varden viewpoint for a lovely panorama.Peaks and petalsThe penultimate port of the day is Molde where you can spot the tops of the Romsdal Alps. Nicknamed “The City of Roses”, flowers should be in bloom between mid-June and late August.

Trondheim · Coastal Communities and Klippfisk

Our Norwegian coastal cruise together, at least this time, will reach its end later today. During the previous night, we’ll call at Ålesund and Torvik. On our approach to Måløy, you might catch a glimpse of the northbound Coastal Express if you’re up early enough.Morning highlightsYou’ll have a chance to glimpse Nordfjord, under the enormous Jostedal Glacier, mainland Europe’s largest.The ship then docks at Florø in the morning where you can take in the harbour and marina.The home stretchLeaving Florø, you’ll spot Stabben Lighthouse, a favourite subject for photographers. There’s also stunning views to enjoy as we cross the mouth of Sognefjord, the longest and widest fjord in the whole of Norway.As we reach our final port in the afternoon, the ship will navigate through the last islands and skerries of our Norway scenic route, and sail down Hjeltefjord to arrive into Bergen.Explore more of NorwaySadly, it’s time to say farewell to the Captain, crew, and fellow guests.But your journey doesn’t have to stop after disembarkation. We offer a range of post-voyage programmes that you can add to your trip, including seeing Sognefjord by train or a tour of Oslo.

Viking Capital to the West Fjords

Viking Capital to the West Fjords

Viking Capital to the West Fjords

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