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Norwegian Coastal Voyage - General Information and Travel Tips
Reservation and Deposit
Air Transportation
Group Bookings
Are your ships like other cruise ships?
What are the cabins like?
What if I prefer a single cabin?
Do you have triples?
Are the ships suitable for physically-challenged passengers?
Is smoking permitted on board?
How will I handle my laundry?
Is there a doctor on board?
Are there travel guides on board?
What will the climate be like?
Will I experience the Midnight Sun and the Northern Lights?
What clothes should I bring?
What is the tipping policy?
How about luggage handling?
Is the on-board voltage 110 or 220?
What kind of meals are served on board?
Can you accommodate special dietary requirements?
What documents are required?
What currency is accepted on board?
On board, how do I reach Canada if need be?
What about travel insurance?
Reservation and Deposit
To confirm your reservation, a $350-per-person deposit is required when booking a seven-day or shorter vacation. When booking an eight-day or longer vacation, a deposit of $650-per-person is required. An additional $600-per-person is required when including international air in our package. In cases where air tickets need to be issued immediately, full payment of the air is required upon confirming the booking. Deposit is required within 24 hours of booking. Booking information must include passenger’s full name, nationality, date of birth, and gender. Final payment is due 70 days prior to departure. Cheques, money orders, American Express, Visa, and MasterCard are accepted as forms of payment. ...back to the top
Air Transportation
Travel is in Economy Class via IATA carriers, according to the route of the published itinerary. All airfares are subject to change without notice. SAS, Icelandair, Air Canada, Lufthansa, Norwegian Air Shuttle or other IATA carriers are responsible only for the air travel portion of the program in accordance with the terms and conditions of the airline ticket. ...back to the top
Group Bookings
Group bookings are welcome. Special booking conditions apply. Please inquire with our reservations department for further details. ...back to the top
Are your ships like other cruise ships?
Although they are working ships as well as passenger ships, most Hurtigruten ships look and feel like cruise ships. Most ships are outfitted with spacious, art-filled public areas, exercise rooms, saunas, hair dryers in the cabins, elevators, and stabilizers. Unlike traditional cruises, however, there is no organized entertainment on board. Mother Nature is the entertainer! Think of us as your alternative to the traditional cruise. ...back to the top
What are the cabins like?
Cabins aboard Hurtigruten ships are comfortable and cozy. Most feature two lower berths, while some have a mix of two lower and upper/lower berths. Suites and junior suites (some with a balcony and Jacuzzi) are also available. All cabins have private facilities. All ships, except the two classic vessels, have one or more cabins that are wheelchair-accessible. ...back to the top
What if I prefer a single cabin?
There is a limited selection of double cabins available for single occupancy. A single supplement charge applies. ...back to the top
Do you have triples?
Triple cabins are available in certain cabin categories. ...back to the top
Are the ships suitable for physically-challenged passengers?
All ships, except the two classic vessels, have elevators and cabins specially equipped for physically-challenged guests. ...back to the top
Is smoking permitted on board?
Smoking is only allowed outside on deck. ...back to the top
How will I handle my laundry?
All ships, except the two classic vessels, are equipped with self-service laundry facilities, including irons and ironing boards. Detergent is included in the price. ...back to the top
Is there a doctor on board?
Although the ships don’t have medical facilities or doctors on board, they are regularly in sight of land. Should a medical emergency arise, the reception staff will contact a doctor at the nearest port. In addition, on-board officers are trained in first aid and can provide emergency assistance. ...back to the top
Are there travel guides on board?
You’ll find a travel guide (courier) on board to clarify practical details. ...back to the top
What will the climate be like?
The west coast of Norway is warmed by the Gulf Stream, so you can expect temperatures to be similar to those found in Southern Ontario. Although temperatures vary from south to north, average temperatures range between -7 and 2 degrees Celsius in the winter and in the summer between 5 and 27 degrees Celsius. ...back to the top
Will I experience the Midnight Sun and the Northern Lights?
The Midnight Sun can be seen above the Arctic Circle from mid-May to late July. The aurora borealis, or Northern Lights, is most often seen during the winter months. Unlike the Midnight Sun, which is visible as long as the weather is fair, the Northern Lights can be seen only when the right atmospheric conditions prevail. ...back to the top
What clothes should I bring?
There is no dress code on Hurtigruten ships. Most passengers wear comfortable, casual clothing that can be layered to accommodate weather changes. A warm sweater, a hat, gloves, light rain gear, and a wind breaker are suggested, and good walking shoes are vital. ...back to the top
What is the tipping policy?
There is a non-tipping policy on all ships. However, if you feel that individual crew or staff members should be rewarded for providing exceptional service, tipping is at your discretion. ...back to the top
How about luggage handling?
Luggage handling is available by request. ...back to the top
Is the on-board voltage 110 or 220?
All vessels have an electrical supply of 220 volts. An adapter and converter are required. ...back to the top
What kind of meals are served on board?
All meals are included for one-way and round-trip passengers. Meals are served at set times in the dining room. In high season, mealtimes may vary if there are several sittings. • 7–10 AM Breakfast buffet with a wide selection of food • 12–2:30 PM Large lunch buffet with hot and cold dishes, and dessert • 6:30–9 PM Three-course dinner. ...back to the top
Can you accommodate special dietary requirements?
We do our best to meet special dietary requirements. All requests for special meals have to be passed on to us well in advance of departure. ...back to the top
What documents are required?
A current passport is required for U.S. and Canadian citizens to enter Norway and the other Scandinavian countries. A visa is not necessary. ...back to the top
What currency is accepted on board?
American Express, Visa, and MasterCard. Also, when boarding you will receive a “Cruise Card,” which you can use as form of payment, until settling your account at the end of your cruise. ...back to the top
On board, how do I reach Canada if need be?
All ships have pay phones and faxes. All ships, except the MS Lofoten, MS Nordstjernen, and MS Vesteralen have Internet cafés. ...back to the top
What about travel insurance?
We strongly encourage passengers to purchase travel insurance. We offer an attractively priced policy through Travel Guard. ...back to the top
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