Ships
MS Vesteralen
MS Vesterålen is named after the first Hurtigruten ship that started to sail along the rugged Norwegian coast back in 1893. It is also the area just to the north of Lofoten, and offers some spectacular scenery.
Bright, cheerful public areas and lounges contribute to the informal atmosphere of MS Vesterålen. Throughout your voyage you can enjoy the views from the panorama lounge or the extensive art collection on board. With limited passenger capacity, a voyage on MS Vesterålen is truly something special.
- Panorama Lounge
- Smaller lounges in the front and back of the ship
- Cafe
- Restaurant
- Shop
- Conference facilities
- Bar
- Children's Play Area
- Wi-Fi
- Fitness Room
- Car Deck
- Built: 1983 (Mod. 1988/1995)
- Place Built:Kaarbo Mek. Verk.
- Passenger capacity:490
- Beds: 301
- Car capacity: 24
- Gross Tonnage: 6,261
- Length: 108m
- Beam: 16,5m
- Speed: 18 knots
Please note: Stateroom images and features are samples only. Actual furniture, fixtures, colors, configurations and window/porthole views may vary.
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Hurtigruten
In business since 1893, Hurtigruten operates premium exploration voyages to Norway, Greenland, Spitsbergen, Iceland, Europe, Africa, South America, Central America, Arctic Canada, and Antarctica. These are unique destinations where the natural beauty is matched only by the breathtaking beauty and stunning diversity of its wilderness, inhabitants, flora, and fauna. On all of the small ships in our fleet, you will find modern facilities and equipment designed specifically to sail in remote areas.
The Worlds Most Beautiful Sea Voyage Hurtigruten is sometimes referred to as the Norwegian Coastal Express. The 11 coastal ships sail almost the entire length of the country, completing the round-trip journey from Bergen to Kirkenes and back again in 12 days, calling 34 ports. The trip along the Norwegian coast has been described as the "World's Most Beautiful Sea Voyage." Hurtigruten's explorer ships MS Fram, MS Midnatsol and MS Nordstjernen offer Explorer voyages to Antarctica, Greenland, Iceland, Spitsbergen and Europe. In addition MS Midnatsol crosses the Atlantic Ocean twice every year.