Description

MS Vesterålen is named after the first Hurtigruten ship that sailed along Norway´s rugged coastline in 1893. She is one of our smaller boats and has an intimate on-board atmosphere.

MS Vesterålen is named after the first Hurtigruten ship to sail along Norway’s rugged coastline in 1893. She is one of our smaller ships and has an intimate on-board atmosphere.

MS Vesterålen will be refurbished at the end of 2019. All the common areas will get an upgrade, including the lounge and `Fyret´ bar. The refurbishment will take care to ensure that MS Vesterålen will continue to provide passengers with an authentic heritage experience.

Authentic heritage
MS Vesterålen provides passengers an authentic heritage experience. In its exciting programme you will learn more about the ship´s maritime operations, logistics and hotel operations. You will get an opportunity to get closer to the Hurtigruten operation and to learn more about the operation along the Norwegian coast. The programme includes the following:

Different topics every second day, related to Hurtigruten´s operations. Evening talks hosted by the ship´s tour leader, including interviews with different crew members who share their insights about work and life on board.
A short film and/or presentation during the evening talk programme about the engine room, bridge, galley, cargo deck, and more.
Practical courses within relevant topics, including "Learn to read and use marine charts" and "Make the Norwegian traditional dinner Fårikål". Due to limited capacity, these courses are available for a fee and can be booked on board .
Operational and historical `points of interest´/ fun facts presented on deck along the sailing route.
Exhibition about Hurtigruten´s history, ship design and construction, route planning, navigational facts and operational development.
A logbook of the entire journey available for purchase at the end of the trip.
MS Vesterålen has bright, informal public areas and lounges throughout. The extensive on-board art collection adds an air of sophistication. The ship´s limited passenger capacity contributes to making a voyage aboard MS Vesterålen truly special.

Special features:
Panorama lounge
Smaller lounges in the front and back of the ship
Café
Restaurant
Shop
Conference facilities
Bar
Children's play area
Wi-Fi
Fitness room
Lift
Car deck

Cabin Types

	Polar Outside (A2) These standard outside cabins for up to two people on the middle deck have separate beds.
	Polar Outside (A3) These comfortable outside cabins for up to three people on the middle or lower decks have bunk beds.
	Polar Outside (A4) These cabins on the middle deck have one double bed and two bunk beds. These outside cabins for four travellers are ideal for families.
	Polar Inside (I1) These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to two people on the lower, middle or upper decks have separate beds (one of which converts into a sofa) or bunk beds.
	Polar Inside (I2) These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to two people on the lower, middle or upper decks have separate beds (one of which converts into a sofa) or bunk beds.
	Polar Inside (I3) These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to three people on the lower deck have bunk beds.
	Polar Outside (J2) These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the upper or middle deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The cabins have limited or no view.
	Polar Inside (K1) These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up 2 people on the middle or upper decks have separate beds or bunk beds, one of which converts into a sofa, and chair. Some have a hairdryer.
	Polar Inside (K2) These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up 2 people on the middle or upper decks have separate beds or bunk beds, one of which converts into a sofa, and chair. Some have a hairdryer.
	Polar Outside (N2) These standard outside cabins for up to two people on the middle deck have separate beds.
	Polar Outside (N3) These standard outside cabins for up to three people on the middle deck have separate single beds, bunk beds, one chair and desk, and a hairdryer.
	Polar Outside (O2) These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the upper deck have separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.
	Polar Outside (O3) These comfortable outside cabins for up to 3 people on the middle decks have separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.
	Mini suite (Q) Mini suite
	Expedition Suite (Q2) These refurbished suites situated on the upper deck have separate bedroom, double bed, chair, TV, and coffee and tea facilities.
	Polar Outside (SD) Polar Outside
	Polar Outside (SD3) Polar Outside
	Arctic Superior (U2D) These comfortable, refurbished outside cabins for up to 2 people on the upper decks have a double bed, a small desk, a chair, TV, and coffee and tea facilities.
	Unspecified cabin Polar Inside (UNI1) Unspecified cabin Polar Inside
	Unspecified cabin Polar Inside (UNI3) These unspecified Polar Inside cabins for up to three people have bathrooms with shower/WC. Bunk beds, one of which converts into a sofa. Your cabin number will be allocated when you check in on the ship.
	Unspecified cabin Polar Outside (UNT3) 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.
	Polar Outside - Wheelchair accessible cabin (USD3) Wheelchair accessible cabin for up to three people with wider door, accessible WC and adjusted bed. This comfortable outside cabin on the middle deck have upper and lower berths.
	Unspecified cabin Polar Inside (USP1) These unspecified Polar Inside cabins for up to two people have bathrooms with shower/WC.
	Unspecified cabin Polar Outside (USPD) Unspecified cabin Polar Outside
	Unspecified Inside Cabin (USPI) Separate beds, one bed can be turned into a sofa
	Unspecified Cabin (USPL) Unspecified Cabin
	Unspecified Cabin Arctic Superior (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.

Facilities

Entertainment

• Panorama Lounge

Food and Drink

• Cafe

Other

• Conference Facilities
• Shops

Cruise Line

Offering a unique combination of local travellers, goods and international tourists since the very first departure almost 130 years ago. Connecting 34 communities along Norway’s rugged coastline, the Norwegian Coastal Express’ 8 ships bring you closer to nature and the local communities – on what is referred to as ‘the most beautiful voyage in the world’.

Discover the Original Norwegian Coastal Express
We’ve sailed the Norwegian coast since 1893, faithfully serving communities and showing international guests our home for almost 130 years. Come with us to experience the authentic, everyday life of the coast.

Our comfortable ships are small enough to maneuver through fjords, close to the coastline, giving you exceptional views of the passing landscapes. With a couple of hundred passengers at most, your ship is intimate, the atmosphere informal, and the dress code casual.

You’ll sail together with local Norwegians who have relied on our ships for transport, post, and cargo for generations. Coastal Experts on board will also share their insights of the coast with you, whether about history, culture, science, or photography.

Ships

MS Kong Harald, MS Maud, MS Nordkapp, MS Nordlys, MS Nordnorge, MS Otto Sverdrup, MS Polarlys, MS Richard With, MS Trollfjord, MS Vesterålen