5-night Classic Voyage South – Kirkenes to Bergen

MS Nordnorge is aptly named for northern Norway, most of which lies above the Arctic Circle. MS Nordnorge was refurbished in 2016 and now features a modern, Arctic-inspired interior. On board are three different restaurants, the Multe bakery and ice cream bar, a sauna and fitness room. Out on deck you can enjoy the view from one of the two hot tubs. Cruise have a comfortable bar at the front of the ship where you can enjoy a nice traditional drink. The vessel also has a large compass area where you find the reception, a tour guide, conference room and shop.

Ship Highlights

• Amenities such as new lecture halls, open Kompass information and shopping area
• The brand-new Activity Center acts as the on-board headquarter for Hurtigruten’s Expedition Team
• Gym on deck 7 is bigger, the sauna upgraded and two aft-facing outdoor hot tubs
• The forward-facing Explorer Lounge and Panorama Bar offers a unique atmosphere

Ship Statistics

Last Refurbished

2019

Built Year

1994

Registry

Norway

Gross Tonnage

11,204

Beam

19.2 Meters

Maximum Speed

18 Knots

Ship Length

121.8 Meters

Passenger Capacity

590

Crew Nationality

Norwegian

Officer's Nationality

Norwegian

Number of Decks

6

Number of Suites

19

Dining / Restaurants

Yes

Bars / Lounges

Yes

Cafe

Yes

Fitness Center

Yes

Large panorama & Observation lounges

Yes

Wi - Fi

Yes

Wheelchair Accessible

Yes

Shipboard Policies

• Currency
  Norwegian currency is used on board. Most major currencies may be exchanged. Visa, American Express, MasterCard, and Diners Card are all accepted. A cruise card can be obtained and used for payment for extras and settled at the end of your voyage. This may be subject to change.

• Electrical
  Electrical outlets on the vessel are 220v AC. – 2 pin Continental-type, for which an adapter is required. Guests needing an adapter/converter, must bring their own.

• Language
  Norwegian and English are the official onboard languages. The personnel at the reception and some of the service crew may also speak German. Tour Leaders speak Norwegian, English, and German.

• Medical Emergencies
  There is no doctor or pharmacy on board. However, officers are trained in first aid and can provide emergency medical assistance. The ships are also close to land.

• Safety Information
  Hurtigruten ships are working vessels operating a regular service to a set timetable. The ships carry goods, vehicles, and passengers between ports, by night and day, as an integral part of Norwegian daily life. Hurtigruten ships are calling at ports around the clock.

  It is a safety requirement that all Hurtigruten passengers attend a compulsory safety briefing in Bergen before the ship leaves port. After check-in, and prior to embarkation, please go to the first floor of the terminal building where the safety briefing will be given at regular intervals by Hurtigruten staff. This briefing will last between 10 – 15 minutes with the first taking place at 3:45pm (embarkation is from 4pm, also from the first floor). The talk will include a demonstration of how to put on a life jacket, and the instructions to be followed in the unlikely event of an evacuation or other emergency during the voyage. The briefing is compulsory for all passengers including those who have traveled with Hurtigruten on previous occasions. There will be an opportunity to ask questions if you have any concerns. Guests may embark immediately upon completion of the safety briefing. The last briefing will take place at 7:30pm. Guests arriving after this time will be required to attend a safety meeting on board at 8pm, before the ship leaves Bergen.

  Please take time to familiarize yourself with the emergency procedures as shown in the cabins (there is a diagram on the cabin door and in public areas), and ask at reception if in doubt.

  In many ports there may be a good deal of activity on the quay with cars joining/ leaving the ships, and/or goods being loaded or unloaded. Please be alert to such traffic when embarking and disembarking. Take care during winter months when it is icy underfoot, particularly on the outside decks and when disembarking the ship or alighting from coaches. Ice spikes and other winter clothing can be purchased in the ship's store. Do not carry large amounts of cash and keep valuable items, including mobile telephones and cameras, out of sight.

• Smoking Policy
  Smoking is only permitted in designated areas on the outside decks. It is not permitted when the ships are in port and fueling. The staff will advise when it is not allowed to smoke outside. Smoking in the cabins is prohibited and subject to a fine.

• Special Dietary Needs - Advance Notice Required
  If you have special dietary requests, please inform Hurtigruten at the time of booking. They will do their best to meet such requests but cannot guarantee they will be able to do so. Special requests will not be accepted by Hurtigruten as part of the contractual agreement. Passengers on strict diets, such as vegan/vegetarian, may find that there is a limited choice.

• Wheelchair Access & Special Needs
  Hurtigruten is happy to welcome guests who are not fully mobile. All ships (except MS Lofoten) have at least one cabin equipped for travelers using a wheelchair. Guests who use a wheelchair must bring their own, standard sized, foldable chair. Guests who need assistance in order to get around may need to travel with a companion. Those who are able to navigate around the ship unaided in a wheelchair need not have a travel companion. Please discuss this matter with your booking agent.

  In mainland Norwegian ports there is a ramp for embarkation/disembarkation.

  Excursions have not been adapted specifically for passengers with walking difficulties. Please contact Hurtigruten, or the Tour Leader once onboard, for additional information regarding suitable excursions . It is important that you notify Hurtigruten of special requirements at the time of booking so they may be able to make the necessary arrangements for you.

Public Rooms

• Bar(s)/Lounge(s)
• Conference Room/Conference Center
• Internet Café
  There is an internet café onboard. Wireless access is available in most public areas for use with guests' laptops or mobile devices. Please note that the bandwidth is narrow and reception intermittent.

Entertainment

• Internet Access
  There is an internet café onboard. Wireless access is available in most public areas for use with guests' laptops or mobile devices. Please note that the bandwidth is narrow and reception intermittent.

• Educational/Enrichment Programs
  As a part of Hurtigruten’s seasonal product concepts, they offer some interesting onboard activities, demonstrations, and presentations during the voyages. The activities, which take place both inside the vessels and outside on deck, have relevance to the season they are sailing in. It is up to the guest to join and the activities will be announced in the day-to-day programs or announced on board.

• Evening Entertainment
  The emphasis on board is on relaxation and getting away from the commercial entertainment which is so often a part of conventional cruises. Hurtigruten's aim is to get closer to unique environments and share the experience with fellow passengers.

Dining

• Café/Coffee Bar
  Hot and cold drinks and snacks may be purchased in the cafeteria, usually open 24 hours a day. During the winter, times are advised on board.

• Meals Onboard
  All onboard meals are comprised of Norwegian cuisine. The usual meals and seating times are as follows:
  • Breakfast - Open seating from 7:30am to 10am
  • Buffet style with a selection of cold meats, cheese, eggs, cereals and fruit.
  • Lunch - Open seating from Noon/1pm
  • Lunch is the famous cold table with a choice of fish dishes, cold meats, salads, a selection of hot dishes, desserts and fruit. Occasionally a cold table may be served.
  • Dinner - Assigned seating from 6:30pm/7pm
  • Dinner is a three-course set meal, please note there is not usually a choice of menu. Occasionally a cold table may be served.

  On the evening of departure day from Bergen a buffet dinner with open seating is served. Table assignment information for the remainder of the voyage can be found in the information envelope provided at check-in. During busy periods, there may be two seatings, and times will be shown on board. Full board begins with a buffet dinner on departure from Bergen and ends with brunch on the arrival day back in Bergen.

  All vessels are fully licensed and prices on board are the same as in mainland Norway.

  Please note that tap water is not available in the restaurant, although still and sparkling mineral water - as well as soft drinks, wine and coffee/tea - is available for purchase. Tap water is available in the café and the bar area. Wine packages are also available for purchase and include one bottle of the ship’s purified water every day.

Other Facilities

• Boutique(s) (duty-free)
  There is an onboard shop selling souvenirs, knitwear, books, postcards, postage stamps, and a limited supply of toiletries.

• Communications
  Private mobile telephones may be used on board although reception may vary. Check with your provider for costs when using your phone abroad.

• Self-Service Laundromat
  Laundry rooms with washing machines, dryers, and irons are available onboard. Tokens can be purchased at reception.

Sports, Health and Fitness

• Gym/Fitness Room
• Sauna
• Whirlpool(s)

Inside

Unspecified Inside Stateroom (USPI) $1,541

• Category: USPI

These unspecified Polar Inside cabins for up to two people have bathrooms with shower/WC.

(QJ) Call for pricing

• Category: QJ

(O2D) Call for pricing

• Category: O2D

(M3) Call for pricing

• Category: M3

(L2D) Call for pricing

• Category: L2D

(K3) Call for pricing

• Category: K3

(K2) Call for pricing

• Category: K2

(J3) Call for pricing

• Category: J3

Inside Stateroom (I2) Call for pricing

• Category: I2
• Deck 5
• Deck 3
• Square Feet: 64-107

Size approximately: 8 - 11 m2. These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to two people on the middle deck have bathrooms with shower/WC, and separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa.

Oceanview

Unspecified Outside Stateroom (USPT) $1,734

• Category: USPT

These comfortable, outside cabins are on all decks. The cabins offer separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa, or upper and lower berths. The cabins may have portholes, with limited or no view.

Unspecified Outside Stateroom with wheelchair accessible (USD) $1,734

• Category: USD

Wheelchair accessible room for up to two people with wider door, accessible WC and adjusted bed.

Unspecified Outside Stateroom (UNT3) $1,734

• Category: UNT3

These comfortable, unspecified outside cabins for up to three people on all decks have double beds, separate beds (one of which is a sofa bed) or upper and lower berths. All have bathrooms with shower/WC.

Outside Stateroom (L2) $1,874

• Category: L2
• Deck 3
• Deck 2
• Square Feet: 75-139

Size approximately: 8 - 12 m2. These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the lower deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa, and bathrooms with shower and WC. The cabins have portholes, some with limited or no view.

Unspecified Outside Stateroom (USPD) $2,004

• Category: USPD

Arctic superior cabins all have private facilities, and double beds.

Outside Accessible Stateroom (SD) $2,243

• Category: SD
• Deck 3

Polar Outside: Outside accessible cabin, single beds (some with upper/lower berths). Middle/lower decks.

Outside Stateroom (O3) $2,243

• Category: O3
• Deck 3

Polar Outside: Outside Cabin. Some have separate beds where one bed can be turned into a sofa, others have double beds. Situated on upper/middle/lower decks.

Superior Outside Stateroom (P2D) $2,250

• Category: P2D
• Deck 5

Size approximately: 8 - 13 m2. Arctic superior cabin on upper decks for 2 people, with double bed, full view and TV.

Superior Outside Stateroom (YA) Call for pricing

• Category: YA
• Deck 6

Size approximately: 15 - 20 m2. Wheelchair accessible rooms for up to two people on top deck. This spacious cabin has a wider door, accessible WC and double bed.

Arctic Superior Cabin (VU2D) Call for pricing

• Category: VU2D

Outside cabin. Double bed. Situated on upper decks.

Unspecified Outside Stateroom (USPB) Call for pricing

• Category: USPB

Arctic superior cabins grades all have private facilities. Some have double beds, and others have twin beds, one of which converts into a sofa.

Outside Stateroom (U3) Call for pricing

• Category: U3

Size approximately:  5 – 13 m2, separate beds, one bed can be turned into a sofa, table. Upper decks.

Superior Outside Stateroom (U2D) Call for pricing

• Category: U2D
• Deck 6

Size approximately: 8 - 13 m2. Arctic superior cabin on upper deck for 2 people, with double bed, full view and TV.

Outside Stateroom (U2) Call for pricing

• Category: U2
• Square Feet: 86-139

Size approximately:  5 – 13 m2, separate beds, one bed can be turned into a sofa, table. Upper decks.

Outside Stateroom (PETO) Call for pricing

• Category: PETO

Polar Outside: Outside pet cabin with portholes, single beds, one bed can be turned into a sofa. Some with upper/lower berths.

Outside Stateroom (P2) Call for pricing

• Category: P2
• Deck 5
• Square Feet: 86-139

Size approximately: 8 - 12 m2. These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the upper decks have a bathroom with shower and WC, and separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.

Outside Stateroom (O2) Call for pricing

• Category: O2
• Deck 6
• Square Feet: 75-139

Size approximately: 8 - 12 m2. These comfortable cabins for up to two people on the middle/upper decks have bathrooms with shower and WC.

Outside Stateroom (N3) Call for pricing

• Category: N3
• Deck 3

Size approximately: 8 - 12 m2. These standard outside cabins for up to three people on the middle decks have separate beds and bathrooms with shower and WC.

Outside Stateroom (N2D) Call for pricing

• Category: N2D
• Deck 3

Size approximately: 7 - 13 m2. Refurbished outside cabin on middle decks for 2 people. The cabin comes with a double bed, full view and TV.

Outside Stateroom (N2) Call for pricing

• Category: N2
• Deck 5
• Square Feet: 75-139

Size approximately: 8 - 12 m2. These standard outside cabins for up to two people on the middle decks have separate beds and bathrooms with shower and WC.

Outside Stateroom (L3) Call for pricing

• Category: L3
• Deck 2

Size approximately: 5 – 13 m2, with portholes, separate beds, one bed can be turned into a sofa. Some with limited / no view. 

Outside Stateroom (J2D) Call for pricing

• Category: J2D
• Deck 6
• Deck 5

Size approximately: 5 - 13 m2. Refurbished outside cabin on upper deck for 2 people. The cabin comes with a double bed, TV, and has a limited view.

Outside Stateroom (J2) Call for pricing

• Category: J2
• Deck 6
• Deck 5
• Square Feet: 75-139

Size approximately: 8 - 12 m2. These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the upper deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa, and bathrooms with shower and WC. The cabins have limited or no view.

Suite

Mini Suite (Q4) $3,752

• Category: Q4
• Deck 6
• Deck 5
• Square Feet: 193-215

Size approximately: 15 - 20 m2. Mini suite on upper deck for up to 4 people. The suite comes with a double bed and sofa bed, full view, fridge and TV.

Suite (M4) $4,743

• Category: M4
• Deck 5
• Square Feet: 301-322

Size approximately: 28 - 30 m2. Suite on upper decks for up to 4 people, with a double bed (and sofa beds), full view, sofa, fridge and TV.

(MG4) $5,239

• Category: MG4
• Deck 6

Grand Suite (VMG4) Call for pricing

• Category: VMG4

Expedition Suites: Grand Suite, one or two rooms, seating area, TV, stereo, Internet access, mini-bar, some with bathtub, most with private balcony or bay window.

Expedition Suite (V Q4) Call for pricing

• Category: V Q4

Outside Minisuite with TV, minibar and most with seating area. 4 beds that can be upper beds.

Expedition Suite (V Q2) Call for pricing

• Category: V Q2

Outside Minisuite with double bed, TV, minibar and most with seating area.

Expedition Suite (V M4) Call for pricing

• Category: V M4

Suite, one or two rooms, seating area, TV, mini-bar, some with private balcony.

Mini Suite (Q2) Call for pricing

• Category: Q2
• Deck 6

Size approximately: 18 – 20 m2, seating area, TV, mini-bar.

Suite (M2) Call for pricing

• Category: M2

Size approximately:  28 – 30 m2, one or two rooms, seating area, TV, mini-bar, some with private balcony.

Deck 7

Stateroom Key

• Suite (M4)
• Mini Suite (Q4)
• (MG4)
• Grand Suite (VMG4)
• Expedition Suite (V Q2)
• Expedition Suite (V Q4)
• Mini Suite (Q2)
• Suite (M2)
• Expedition Suite (V M4)
• Outside Stateroom (U2)
• Outside Stateroom (P2)
• Outside Stateroom (N2)
• Outside Stateroom (L2)
• Outside Stateroom (J2)
• Outside Stateroom (O2)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom with wheelchair accessible (USD)
• Outside Stateroom (U3)
• Arctic Superior Cabin (VU2D)
• Outside Stateroom (PETO)
• Outside Stateroom (O3)
• Superior Outside Stateroom (YA)
• Outside Stateroom (N3)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (USPT)
• Outside Stateroom (L3)
• Outside Stateroom (N2D)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (USPB)
• Outside Stateroom (J2D)
• Superior Outside Stateroom (P2D)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (UNT3)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (USPD)
• Outside Accessible Stateroom (SD)
• Superior Outside Stateroom (U2D)
• Inside Stateroom (I2)
• Unspecified Inside Stateroom (USPI)
• (O2D)
• (L2D)
• (K3)
• (QJ)
• (K2)
• (M3)
• (J3)

Deck 6

Stateroom Key

• Suite (M4)
• Mini Suite (Q4)
• (MG4)
• Grand Suite (VMG4)
• Expedition Suite (V Q2)
• Expedition Suite (V Q4)
• Mini Suite (Q2)
• Suite (M2)
• Expedition Suite (V M4)
• Outside Stateroom (U2)
• Outside Stateroom (P2)
• Outside Stateroom (N2)
• Outside Stateroom (L2)
• Outside Stateroom (J2)
• Outside Stateroom (O2)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom with wheelchair accessible (USD)
• Outside Stateroom (U3)
• Arctic Superior Cabin (VU2D)
• Outside Stateroom (PETO)
• Outside Stateroom (O3)
• Superior Outside Stateroom (YA)
• Outside Stateroom (N3)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (USPT)
• Outside Stateroom (L3)
• Outside Stateroom (N2D)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (USPB)
• Outside Stateroom (J2D)
• Superior Outside Stateroom (P2D)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (UNT3)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (USPD)
• Outside Accessible Stateroom (SD)
• Superior Outside Stateroom (U2D)
• Inside Stateroom (I2)
• Unspecified Inside Stateroom (USPI)
• (O2D)
• (L2D)
• (K3)
• (QJ)
• (K2)
• (M3)
• (J3)

Deck 5

Stateroom Key

• Suite (M4)
• Mini Suite (Q4)
• (MG4)
• Grand Suite (VMG4)
• Expedition Suite (V Q2)
• Expedition Suite (V Q4)
• Mini Suite (Q2)
• Suite (M2)
• Expedition Suite (V M4)
• Outside Stateroom (U2)
• Outside Stateroom (P2)
• Outside Stateroom (N2)
• Outside Stateroom (L2)
• Outside Stateroom (J2)
• Outside Stateroom (O2)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom with wheelchair accessible (USD)
• Outside Stateroom (U3)
• Arctic Superior Cabin (VU2D)
• Outside Stateroom (PETO)
• Outside Stateroom (O3)
• Superior Outside Stateroom (YA)
• Outside Stateroom (N3)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (USPT)
• Outside Stateroom (L3)
• Outside Stateroom (N2D)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (USPB)
• Outside Stateroom (J2D)
• Superior Outside Stateroom (P2D)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (UNT3)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (USPD)
• Outside Accessible Stateroom (SD)
• Superior Outside Stateroom (U2D)
• Inside Stateroom (I2)
• Unspecified Inside Stateroom (USPI)
• (O2D)
• (L2D)
• (K3)
• (QJ)
• (K2)
• (M3)
• (J3)

Deck 4

Stateroom Key

• Suite (M4)
• Mini Suite (Q4)
• (MG4)
• Grand Suite (VMG4)
• Expedition Suite (V Q2)
• Expedition Suite (V Q4)
• Mini Suite (Q2)
• Suite (M2)
• Expedition Suite (V M4)
• Outside Stateroom (U2)
• Outside Stateroom (P2)
• Outside Stateroom (N2)
• Outside Stateroom (L2)
• Outside Stateroom (J2)
• Outside Stateroom (O2)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom with wheelchair accessible (USD)
• Outside Stateroom (U3)
• Arctic Superior Cabin (VU2D)
• Outside Stateroom (PETO)
• Outside Stateroom (O3)
• Superior Outside Stateroom (YA)
• Outside Stateroom (N3)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (USPT)
• Outside Stateroom (L3)
• Outside Stateroom (N2D)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (USPB)
• Outside Stateroom (J2D)
• Superior Outside Stateroom (P2D)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (UNT3)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (USPD)
• Outside Accessible Stateroom (SD)
• Superior Outside Stateroom (U2D)
• Inside Stateroom (I2)
• Unspecified Inside Stateroom (USPI)
• (O2D)
• (L2D)
• (K3)
• (QJ)
• (K2)
• (M3)
• (J3)

Deck 3

Stateroom Key

• Suite (M4)
• Mini Suite (Q4)
• (MG4)
• Grand Suite (VMG4)
• Expedition Suite (V Q2)
• Expedition Suite (V Q4)
• Mini Suite (Q2)
• Suite (M2)
• Expedition Suite (V M4)
• Outside Stateroom (U2)
• Outside Stateroom (P2)
• Outside Stateroom (N2)
• Outside Stateroom (L2)
• Outside Stateroom (J2)
• Outside Stateroom (O2)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom with wheelchair accessible (USD)
• Outside Stateroom (U3)
• Arctic Superior Cabin (VU2D)
• Outside Stateroom (PETO)
• Outside Stateroom (O3)
• Superior Outside Stateroom (YA)
• Outside Stateroom (N3)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (USPT)
• Outside Stateroom (L3)
• Outside Stateroom (N2D)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (USPB)
• Outside Stateroom (J2D)
• Superior Outside Stateroom (P2D)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (UNT3)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (USPD)
• Outside Accessible Stateroom (SD)
• Superior Outside Stateroom (U2D)
• Inside Stateroom (I2)
• Unspecified Inside Stateroom (USPI)
• (O2D)
• (L2D)
• (K3)
• (QJ)
• (K2)
• (M3)
• (J3)

Deck 2

Stateroom Key

• Suite (M4)
• Mini Suite (Q4)
• (MG4)
• Grand Suite (VMG4)
• Expedition Suite (V Q2)
• Expedition Suite (V Q4)
• Mini Suite (Q2)
• Suite (M2)
• Expedition Suite (V M4)
• Outside Stateroom (U2)
• Outside Stateroom (P2)
• Outside Stateroom (N2)
• Outside Stateroom (L2)
• Outside Stateroom (J2)
• Outside Stateroom (O2)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom with wheelchair accessible (USD)
• Outside Stateroom (U3)
• Arctic Superior Cabin (VU2D)
• Outside Stateroom (PETO)
• Outside Stateroom (O3)
• Superior Outside Stateroom (YA)
• Outside Stateroom (N3)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (USPT)
• Outside Stateroom (L3)
• Outside Stateroom (N2D)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (USPB)
• Outside Stateroom (J2D)
• Superior Outside Stateroom (P2D)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (UNT3)
• Unspecified Outside Stateroom (USPD)
• Outside Accessible Stateroom (SD)
• Superior Outside Stateroom (U2D)
• Inside Stateroom (I2)
• Unspecified Inside Stateroom (USPI)
• (O2D)
• (L2D)
• (K3)
• (QJ)
• (K2)
• (M3)
• (J3)