Northern Europe / Scandinavia, Scandinavia
The Arctic Line - North - Norway & Denmark Expedition Cruise
Sailing from Denmark’s historic capital to Norway’s Arctic capital, enjoy a Signature voyage featuring fjords, snow-clad peaks and Northern Lights. This 12-day cruise takes you along the coast, past the striking beauty of Lofoten, Helgeland and Narvik, to the wild serenity of Alta and the Arctic Circle.
• Premium Signature voyage - Enjoy longer stays in port and superb dining in multiple restaurants with unlimited selected drinks
• Between Denmark’s capital and Norway’s Arctic capital - Sail from Copenhagen, city of historic explorers, to Tromsø via icy fjords and wintry landscapes
• The North Cape – Europe’s edge - Stand at the North Cape, where ocean and sky meet snowy landscapes and wild Arctic beauty
• Overnight in Alta – the Northern Lights Capital - Stay in Alta with Igloo Hotel option, explore Sámi heartlands and gaze skywards for the aurora
• Scenic winter wonders in Lofoten and Helgeland - Witness peaks and islands along the coast and sail through breathtaking fjords
Highlights
• Premium Signature voyage - Enjoy longer stays in port and superb dining in multiple restaurants with unlimited selected drinks
• Between Denmark’s capital and Norway’s Arctic capital - Sail from Copenhagen, city of historic explorers, to Tromsø via icy fjords and wintry landscapes
• The North Cape – Europe’s edge - Stand at the North Cape, where ocean and sky meet snowy landscapes and wild Arctic beauty
• Overnight in Alta – the Northern Lights Capital - Stay in Alta with Igloo Hotel option, explore Sámi heartlands and gaze skywards for the aurora
• Scenic winter wonders in Lofoten and Helgeland - Witness peaks and islands along the coast and sail through breathtaking fjords
This itinerary is also available in reverse. Click here for additional dates.
Begin your voyage from Copenhagen to Tromsø in Denmark’s graceful capital – a place where tradition and modernity combine with a colourful seafaring history. If you have time before boarding, stroll the cobbled lanes of Nyhavn, the beautiful harbour that was once filled with tall ships heading all over the globe, or visit Amalienborg Palace to watch the changing of the guard. From the waterfront, the spires of the old town rise against the northern sky, while the scent of roasting coffee and mulled wine drifts from canal-side cafés. At 8pm we set sail, slipping out into open water and into the Kattegat Strait which separates Denmark and Sweden. Later, we will pass into the wider Skagerrak and the North Sea as we sail towards Norway. The voyage ahead will trace the ancient maritime link between Denmark and the Arctic, a route once navigated by explorers, traders and fishermen, and now carrying you towards the fjords, islands and the other wonders of Norway’s north.
Wake to the long horizon of the North Sea – a shallow sea that has shaped northern Europe’s history for centuries. From the deck, watch seabirds wheel above the waves as we sail northward. This is a day to find your sea legs and settle into life on board. Explore the ship’s quiet corners, meet your Expedition Team, and enjoy your first long, unhurried meals featuring the locally inspired cuisine that we call Norway's Coastal Kitchen.
Today we arrive in Bergen, Norway’s Gateway to the Fjords. Encircled by mountains and sea, this vibrant port city was once the heart of Hanseatic trade, where merchants from across Europe gathered to exchange fish, timber, and tales of distant voyages. Wander the UNESCO-listed Bryggen district, its painted wooden houses leaning in on one another, or visit the bustling fish market nearby. The funicular up Mount Fløyen offers sweeping views of the city and islands beyond, a reminder of Bergen’s enduring bond with the sea. Whether you choose to explore its cobbled streets or simply breathe in the crisp coastal air, Bergen embodies the spirit of western Norway: historic, hospitable, and framed by the elements.
Rebuilt after a devastating fire in 1904, Ålesund rose anew in elegant Art Nouveau style, its pastel towers and ornate façades mirrored in the still harbour waters. The town spreads across a series of islands, framed by the Sunnmøre Alps; it’s a masterpiece of architecture set within a masterpiece of nature. Stroll along the canals or climb the 418 steps to Mount Aksla for a panoramic view over the archipelago. Ålesund’s beauty lies not only in its buildings but in its light, which is often soft and pearlescent, shifting with the sea and sky. Here, culture and coastline meet in perfect harmony, a fitting prelude to the landscapes awaiting further north.
Today we follow Norway’s storied inner coastal route, where mountains rise sheer from the sea and small fishing villages cling to sheltered bays. It’s a stretch of coast shaped by centuries of seamanship – the same channels once sailed by Vikings and traders, now offering some of the most breathtaking scenery in the north. As we weave between islands and headlands, look for solitary lighthouses and red-painted cabins that seem to float between sea and sky. Sea Eagles may circle high above the cliffs, while fishing boats move steadily along age-old routes. From the deck, watch as islands drift past and waterfalls trace white ribbons down dark cliffs. The interplay of light, cloud and water gives every hour a new mood – sunlit stillness one moment, mist and shadow the next. This is Norway at its most cinematic; intimate, elemental and timeless.
Nestled among fjords and peaks, Narvik stands at the crossroads of Arctic nature and human history. Once a vital port for the iron trade, it played a dramatic role during the Second World War, its calm waters still echoing with stories of courage and endurance. Step ashore to visit the War Museum or take the cable car to the summit of Narvikfjellet for panoramic views across snow-tipped mountains and the Ofotfjord. In winter, this landscape glows in the blue light of the north, a serene beauty broken only by the cry of gulls or the whisper of wind.
The Lofoten Islands rise up like a dream – granite peaks thrusting straight from cold seas. We dock in Svolvær, Lofoten’s lively heart, where fishing boats sway in the harbour beneath the twin spires of the mountain known as the Svolvær Goat. Stroll the waterfront and visit art galleries inspired by the islands’ luminous skies, or wander to the nearby fishing village of Henningsvær, perched on islets linked by slender bridges. Everywhere, the scent of salt and drying cod fills the air – a reminder of the sea’s enduring role in daily life. Later, we sail through the narrow Raftsundet channel, one of the most dramatic waterways in the world, before reaching Stokmarknes, birthplace of Hurtigruten. The museum here tells the story of Norway’s coastal lifeline – fitting, as you too are sailing it under the glow of Arctic light.
By evening we reach Alta, a town framed by tundra and silent forests, and gateway to Norway’s far north. Once an ancient meeting place, Alta’s riverbanks still hold traces of early civilisation in the UNESCO-listed rock carvings that depict reindeer, hunters and boats from millennia past. You may choose to stay overnight in the Igloo Hotel, rebuilt each year from blocks of pure ice, its shimmering interior softly lit. Otherwise you might explore the town’s small museums or cafés, where the warmth indoors contrasts beautifully with the cold outside. Alta is also a place of vast horizons, where rivers freeze solid, stars feel close enough to touch, and the north reveals its quiet grandeur.
Wake up and spend another day in Alta, where winter adventures and northern serenity meet. Glide through pine forests behind a team of huskies, try snowshoeing across frozen plains, or join a guided trip inland toward the sweeping tundra of Finnmark. Closer to town, visit the striking Northern Lights Cathedral, its spiralling design echoing the ribbons of light that so often dance above. At the Alta Museum, stories of Arctic life and ancient rock art bring the past vividly to life. Whether you seek exhilaration or stillness, Alta rewards both. It’s a place where silence and space combine into something very special.
Today we arrive in Honningsvåg, gateway to the legendary North Cape – a landmark long regarded as the northernmost point of mainland Europe. The town itself is small and welcoming, perched among rugged hills and icy bays where fishing boats come and go with the tide. From here, an optional excursion takes you across the windswept plateau of Magerøya Island to the North Cape itself. Standing by the 300m cliffs that fall sharply into the Arctic Ocean, you’ll feel the vast scale of the landscape – sea, sky and tundra stretching endlessly around you. Back in Honningsvåg, take time to explore the town’s colourful harbour and wooden houses painted in bright Arctic hues. Visit the North Cape Museum to learn about the history of life in the far north, or simply enjoy a coffee while watching fishing vessels come and go. Here, in one of the world’s northernmost towns, you’ll find a remarkable blend of endurance, hospitality and quiet beauty.
Our final port of call is Tromsø; lively, cultured and ringed by snow-clad peaks. Once a base for Arctic expeditions, the city still hums with the spirit of adventure. Wander its streets of colourful wooden houses, visit the striking Arctic Cathedral or cross the bridge to Polaria for an introduction to polar wildlife. You might also stop by the Polar Museum, where tales of daring explorers and trappers bring the Arctic’s past vividly to life. As evening settles over Tromsø, enjoy an overnight stay in this vibrant northern hub, perhaps sampling Arctic cuisine or a locally brewed beer as the lights of the city shimmer on the water. The atmosphere is one of warmth and welcome, where culture and wilderness meet in perfect balance. Tromsø feels both worldly and wild, a fitting finale to your voyage along Norway’s coast.
This morning marks the end of your voyage, as the ship comes to rest once more at the quay. Step out on deck for a final moment and take in the scene – the snow-dusted mountains that rise above the city, the clear Arctic air and the quiet rhythm of life in the far north. Your voyage from Copenhagen has carried you through centuries of seafaring heritage and into the living north past fjords and fishing towns, and beneath vast Arctic skies. Whether you continue your adventures or linger a while longer in Tromsø, you’ll carry with you the rhythm of the Norwegian coast; its light, its silence and its enduring sense of wonder.
Itineraries are subject to change.
This itinerary is also available in reverse. Click here for additional dates.
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Polar Inside - I2
$5,548 AUD pp
Twin on lower deck
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to two people have separate beds.
Polar Inside - K2
$5,715 AUD pp
Twin on middle deck
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to two people on the middle decks have separate beds.
Polar Outside - L2
$6,165 AUD pp
Twin on lower deck with porthole
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people have separate twin beds and a porthole. Please note that cabins 405 and 406 have a limited view.
Polar Outside - J3
$6,433 AUD pp
Triple on middle deck with window (restricted view)
These comfortable outside cabins for up to three people have separate beds, one of which is an upper berth. The cabins have windows, but with limited view.
Polar Outside - N2
$7,237 AUD pp
Twin on lower deck with window
These standard outside cabins for up to two people have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa.
Polar Outside - O2
$7,774 AUD pp
Twin on lower or middle deck with window
A standard cabin grade with separate beds, of which one converts to a sofa. The view from cabins on deck 6 look out on to the mid-level walking deck, so may be partially obstructed.
Polar Outside - O2D
$7,774 AUD pp
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Double on promenade deck with window
These standard outside cabins for up to two people have double beds. They look out on to the mid-level walking deck, so views may be partially obstructed.
Arctic Superior - P2D
$8,578 AUD pp
Double on promenade deck with window
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people have double beds. They look out on to the mid-level walking deck, so views may be partially obstructed.
Arctic Superior - YA3
$8,578 AUD pp
Limited Availability
Accessible triple on middle deck with window
Wheelchair-accessible room for up to three people with wider door, accessible WC and one adjustable bed. The cabin has separate beds.
Arctic Superior - QJ
$8,899 AUD pp
Limited Availability
Large double on middle deck with window (restricted view)
These large, comfortable cabins have a small double bed, seating area with sofa and a fridge with minibar. The cabins have windows, but with very limited or no view.
Arctic Superior - U2
$8,899 AUD pp
Twin on lower, middle or upper deck with window
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people have separate twin beds.
Arctic Superior - U2D
$8,899 AUD pp
Double on lower or upper deck with window
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people have a double bed and a window with a full view.
Expedition Suite - Q2
$14,058 AUD pp
Limited Availability
Mini Suite on middle deck
These comfortable suites have a queen-sized bed, seating area with sofa, TV, kettle with tea/coffee, internet access and minibar.
Expedition Suite - MG
$22,269 AUD pp
Grand Suite on middle or upper deck
These exclusive suites on the upper deck have a seating area, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, internet access and minibar. Most also have a bathtub and bay windows. The suites on deck 7 also have a private balcony.
Expedition Suite - M2
$22,944 AUD pp
Limited Availability
Suite on middle deck with balcony
This elegant suite has a seating area, TV, kettle and tea/coffee, minibar, and a private balcony.
Expedition Suite - MX
$25,306 AUD pp
Limited Availability
Owners' Suite on upper deck with balcony
Our most luxurious suites. Each comes with separate bedroom, a seating area, TV, kettle and tea/coffee, internet access minibar and a private balcony. Travel in the best way possible!
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Polar Inside - I2
$6,282 AUD pp
Twin on lower deck
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to two people have separate beds.
Polar Inside - K2
$6,470 AUD pp
Twin on middle deck
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to two people on the middle decks have separate beds.
Polar Outside - L2
$7,477 AUD pp
Twin on lower deck with porthole
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people have separate twin beds and a porthole. Please note that cabins 405 and 406 have a limited view.
Polar Outside - J3
$7,802 AUD pp
Triple on middle deck with window (restricted view)
These comfortable outside cabins for up to three people have separate beds, one of which is an upper berth. The cabins have windows, but with limited view.
Polar Outside - N2
$8,777 AUD pp
Twin on lower deck with window
These standard outside cabins for up to two people have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa.
Polar Outside - O2
$9,427 AUD pp
Twin on lower or middle deck with window
A standard cabin grade with separate beds, of which one converts to a sofa. The view from cabins on deck 6 look out on to the mid-level walking deck, so may be partially obstructed.
Polar Outside - O2D
$9,427 AUD pp
Double on promenade deck with window
These standard outside cabins for up to two people have double beds. They look out on to the mid-level walking deck, so views may be partially obstructed.
Arctic Superior - P2D
$10,051 AUD pp
Double on promenade deck with window
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people have double beds. They look out on to the mid-level walking deck, so views may be partially obstructed.
Arctic Superior - YA3
$10,051 AUD pp
Limited Availability
Accessible triple on middle deck with window
Wheelchair-accessible room for up to three people with wider door, accessible WC and one adjustable bed. The cabin has separate beds.
Arctic Superior - QJ
$10,428 AUD pp
Limited Availability
Large double on middle deck with window (restricted view)
These large, comfortable cabins have a small double bed, seating area with sofa and a fridge with minibar. The cabins have windows, but with very limited or no view.
Arctic Superior - U2
$10,428 AUD pp
Twin on lower, middle or upper deck with window
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people have separate twin beds.
Arctic Superior - U2D
$10,428 AUD pp
Double on lower or upper deck with window
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people have a double bed and a window with a full view.
Expedition Suite - Q2
$16,583 AUD pp
Mini Suite on middle deck
These comfortable suites have a queen-sized bed, seating area with sofa, TV, kettle with tea/coffee, internet access and minibar.
Expedition Suite - MG
$26,268 AUD pp
Grand Suite on middle or upper deck
These exclusive suites on the upper deck have a seating area, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, internet access and minibar. Most also have a bathtub and bay windows. The suites on deck 7 also have a private balcony.
Expedition Suite - MX
$29,850 AUD pp
Limited Availability
Owners' Suite on upper deck with balcony
Our most luxurious suites. Each comes with separate bedroom, a seating area, TV, kettle and tea/coffee, internet access minibar and a private balcony. Travel in the best way possible!
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Polar Outside - L2
$7,647 AUD pp
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Twin on lower deck with porthole
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people have separate twin beds and a porthole. Please note that cabins 405 and 406 have a limited view.
Polar Outside - J3
$7,979 AUD pp
Triple on middle deck with window (restricted view)
These comfortable outside cabins for up to three people have separate beds, one of which is an upper berth. The cabins have windows, but with limited view.
Polar Outside - N2
$8,977 AUD pp
Twin on lower deck with window
These standard outside cabins for up to two people have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa.
Arctic Superior - P2D
$10,279 AUD pp
Double on promenade deck with window
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people have double beds. They look out on to the mid-level walking deck, so views may be partially obstructed.
Arctic Superior - YA3
$10,279 AUD pp
Limited Availability
Accessible triple on middle deck with window
Wheelchair-accessible room for up to three people with wider door, accessible WC and one adjustable bed. The cabin has separate beds.
Arctic Superior - U2D
$10,665 AUD pp
Double on lower or upper deck with window
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people have a double bed and a window with a full view.
Expedition Suite - Q2
$15,724 AUD pp
Mini Suite on middle deck
These comfortable suites have a queen-sized bed, seating area with sofa, TV, kettle with tea/coffee, internet access and minibar.
Expedition Suite - M2
$25,662 AUD pp
Limited Availability
Suite on middle deck with balcony
This elegant suite has a seating area, TV, kettle and tea/coffee, minibar, and a private balcony.
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Polar Inside - I2
$6,290 AUD pp
Twin on lower deck
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to two people have separate beds.
Polar Inside - K2
$6,479 AUD pp
Twin on middle deck
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to two people on the middle decks have separate beds.
Polar Outside - L2
$7,233 AUD pp
Twin on lower deck with porthole
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people have separate twin beds and a porthole. Please note that cabins 405 and 406 have a limited view.
Polar Outside - J3
$7,548 AUD pp
Triple on middle deck with window (restricted view)
These comfortable outside cabins for up to three people have separate beds, one of which is an upper berth. The cabins have windows, but with limited view.
Polar Outside - N2
$8,491 AUD pp
Twin on lower deck with window
These standard outside cabins for up to two people have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa.
Polar Outside - O2
$9,120 AUD pp
Twin on lower or middle deck with window
A standard cabin grade with separate beds, of which one converts to a sofa. The view from cabins on deck 6 look out on to the mid-level walking deck, so may be partially obstructed.
Polar Outside - O2D
$9,120 AUD pp
Double on promenade deck with window
These standard outside cabins for up to two people have double beds. They look out on to the mid-level walking deck, so views may be partially obstructed.
Arctic Superior - P2D
$10,279 AUD pp
Double on promenade deck with window
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people have double beds. They look out on to the mid-level walking deck, so views may be partially obstructed.
Arctic Superior - YA3
$10,279 AUD pp
Limited Availability
Accessible triple on middle deck with window
Wheelchair-accessible room for up to three people with wider door, accessible WC and one adjustable bed. The cabin has separate beds.
Arctic Superior - QJ
$10,665 AUD pp
Limited Availability
Large double on middle deck with window (restricted view)
These large, comfortable cabins have a small double bed, seating area with sofa and a fridge with minibar. The cabins have windows, but with very limited or no view.
Arctic Superior - U2
$10,665 AUD pp
Twin on lower, middle or upper deck with window
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people have separate twin beds.
Arctic Superior - U2D
$10,665 AUD pp
Double on lower or upper deck with window
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people have a double bed and a window with a full view.
Expedition Suite - Q2
$15,724 AUD pp
Mini Suite on middle deck
These comfortable suites have a queen-sized bed, seating area with sofa, TV, kettle with tea/coffee, internet access and minibar.
Expedition Suite - MG
$24,908 AUD pp
Grand Suite on middle or upper deck
These exclusive suites on the upper deck have a seating area, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, internet access and minibar. Most also have a bathtub and bay windows. The suites on deck 7 also have a private balcony.
Expedition Suite - M2
$25,662 AUD pp
Limited Availability
Suite on middle deck with balcony
This elegant suite has a seating area, TV, kettle and tea/coffee, minibar, and a private balcony.
Expedition Suite - MX
$28,304 AUD pp
Limited Availability
Owners' Suite on upper deck with balcony
Our most luxurious suites. Each comes with separate bedroom, a seating area, TV, kettle and tea/coffee, internet access minibar and a private balcony. Travel in the best way possible!
Vessel Type: Expedition
Length: 135.75 m
Passenger Capacity: 500
Built / refurbished: 2002 / 2023
MS Trollfjord is a premium expedition cruise ship that combines modern comfort with classic Norwegian maritime style. Built in 2002 and refurbished in 2023, the ship accommodates 500 guests across a variety of cabins and suites, ranging from private balcony owners’ suites to triple outside cabins. Interiors feature natural wood and stone, reflecting the beauty of Norway’s fjords, while public spaces include three restaurants, the 1893 Bar, a panoramic lounge, sauna and fitness facilities, lecture hall, and meeting rooms. Life on board blends contemporary amenities with timeless elegance, offering fine dining, inclusive activities, and immersive experiences both on deck and ashore.
Designed for expedition and exploration, MS Trollfjord sails the Norwegian coast and Svalbard, guided by an expert expedition team. Guests can participate in lectures, guided hikes, and seasonal excursions, or enjoy onboard activities such as morning yoga, film nights, and cooking demonstrations. Dining highlights include the Flora main restaurant, Bistro Árran, and Røst fine-dining restaurant, each showcasing local Norwegian ingredients and culinary traditions. The ship offers panoramic observation decks, inclusive beverage service, and thoughtfully appointed cabins with en-suite facilities, minibars, and internet access, ensuring comfort while exploring Norway’s fjords, islands, and Arctic landscapes.
Book with confidence | Low $250 deposit
Start your journey with just a $250 per person deposit.
Offer ends 31 October, 2026
Inclusions
Coastal Express include
• Full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) from Norway's Coastal Kitchen
• Norwegian- and English-speaking Coastal Experience Team on board
• Engaging onboard activities and lectures:
• Onboard lectures and presentations on Norway’s history, biology, geography, geology, and culture
• Introductory photo presentation, camera adjustment and tips and tricks, photo and film footage from the voyage
• A welcome event, and daily gatherings to recap the day and prepare for the day to come
• Presentations about the ports we visit
• Presentation of excursion programmes
• Point of interest presentations out on deck
• Captain’s dinner and a farewell event
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Exclusions
• International and domestic flights unless otherwise stated
• Passport and visa costs where applicable
• Travel insurance
• Transfers unless otherwise stated
• Optional Excursions
• Pre and Post voyage accommodation
• Beverages on board unless otherwise stated (Premium drinks (top shelf spirits, vintage wines, champagne, etc.)
• Meals while ashore
• Optional treatments in the onboard wellness and spa area
• Some specialist excursions and experiences with limited capacity
• Fine dining in our Lindstrøm restaurant
• For those who want to set sail in style for a little bit extra, our Expedition Suites offer a complimentary bottle of champagne, unlimited access to our Lindstrøm fine dining restaurant, laundry and turn-down service and more.
Notes
• All planned activities are subject to weather conditions
• Excursions and activities are subject to change
• Please make sure you meet your entry and boarding requirements
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