Hurtigruten puts more Svalbard tours on the itinerary

Hurtigruten continues to strengthen its focus on Svalbard, with the cruise line adding two new tours for 2026 and beyond that combine its popular Svalbard Line with days of excursions in Svalbard, as well as the popular ‘Norway in a Nutshell’ tour prior to boarding the ship in Bergen.

As a result, guests will enjoy what’s considered both the world’s most scenic rail journey and the world’s most beautiful voyage, which Hurtigruten’s coastal route is often referred to.

In addition to the two new cruise itineraries, Hurtigruten will also launch its Open Village experiences with next summer’s Svalbard Line. In close collaboration with locals in three tranquil and remote coastal villages – Træna, Bessaker, and Sæbø – guests will get access to exclusive, community-led experiences that immerse visitors in everyday life in the villages, ranging from local traditions and homemade cuisine to guided activities.

Hurtigruten’s smaller ships are the only cruise vessels visiting these remote coastal villages during the summer season, offering access where larger ships simply cannot go. Hurtigruten has partnered with local communities since its foundation in 1893.

These new tours and excursions follow Hurtigruten’s recent announcement that it is doubling capacity on the Svalbard Line due to the growing demand for The Svalbard Line will be operated by two ships as of next summer and beyond. They are part of Hurtigruten’s premium Signature concept, which also includes the North Cape Line, which runs during the extended winter season.

The new tours include the 17-day, Arctic Norway Frontier – Oslo, Fjords & Svalbard with cruise extension; and the 13-day, Arctic Norway Frontier – Oslo, Fjords & Svalbard.

Go to www.hurtigruten.com for more.

PHOTO CREDIT — Andy Evans/Hurtigruten