The Coastal Express
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The Coastal Express
- Duration11 nights
- Date11 Nov 2026
- ShipMS Vesterålen
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Price per person / inside stateroom
The Coastal Express
The coastal voyage that started it all. Calling at 34 unique ports along Norway’s coast and sailing the route northbound and southbound, the voyage covers 2,500 nautical miles of ever-changing scenery.
Travel plan
Day 1
Bergen · Setting a Course for the Coast
Day 2
Ålesund · Among Fjords and Islands
Day 3
Trondheim · The City of Kings
Day 4
Bodø · Into the Arctic
Day 5
Tromsø · The Arctic Capital
Day 6
Honningsvåg · Into the Far North
Day 7
Kirkenes · The Barents Coast
Day 8
Hammerfest · The Magic of Coastal Finnmark
Day 9
Svolvær · High Peaks and Idyllic Islands
Day 10
Brønnøysund · Mountains and Myths of the Sea
Day 11
Trondheim · Coastal Communities and Klippfisk
Day 12
Bergen · Back to Bergen
MS Vesterålen
Experience spectacular coastal scenery on the ship named after Hurtigruten’s very first ship. MS Vesterålen is one of Hurtigruten’s smaller ships and offers a wonderful intimate atmosphere.
Entertainment
MS Vesterålen features light public areas and a limited passenger capacity to make your journey extra special.
Activities
The onboard team of experts offer exciting lectures, presentations and activities throughout your journey.
Food & Drink
Enjoy locally inspired food experiences based on the Nordic cuisine. International dishes are also available.
Body & Soul
Relax in comfortable loungers with unparalleled views of the unforgettable natural landscape after a long day of activities.
Ship facts
Maiden voyage1983
Guests510
Crew50
Decks7
Width
16
m
Length
108
m
Size
6261
GT
Speed
17
kn
