The Coastal Express – South
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The Coastal Express – South

Departure 2 Jul 2026
Duration 5 Nights
Cruise Line Hurtigruten
Ship MS Polarlys

Featured Cabins

0800 059 0570

Itinerary

Berlevåg, Norway

Date of arrival 2 Jul 2026
Berlevåg

Tromsø, Norway

Date of arrival 3 Jul 2026

With its centre located on the island of Tromsø, the municipality of Tromsø is more than five times the size of Norway’s capital, Oslo, and is the world’s northernmost university city. Lying 200 miles inside the Arctic Circle, it is known as the ‘Gateway to the Arctic’ because it was used as a starting point for hunters looking for Arctic foxes, polar bears and seals. In the 19th century it was a base for explorers on Arctic expeditions – a history that is remembered in the city’s Polar Museum, which you can visit on an excursion. Also commemorated in the area is the history of Norway’s indigenous people, the Sami. Visitors can learn about the traditions, heritage and modern preservation of the Sami culture at the Tromsø Museum. Nowadays, Tromsø is a charming mix of old and new, with wooden buildings sitting alongside contemporary architecture such as the impressive glacier-like Arctic Cathedral, which features one of the largest stained glass windows in Europe. Looking down on the city is Mount Storsteinen, and a cable car runs to the top, giving wonderful views over the surrounding countryside of forested peaks and reindeer pastures.

Tromsø

Stamsund, Norway

Date of arrival 4 Jul 2026
Stamsund

Rørvik, Norway

Date of arrival 5 Jul 2026
Rørvik

Molde, Norway

Date of arrival 6 Jul 2026

Molde, the ‘Town of Roses’, is a city and municipality in Romsdal in Møre og Romsdal County, Norway. The municipality is located on the Romsdal Peninsula, surrounding the Fannefjord and Moldefjord. The city is located on the northern shore of the Romsdalsfjord. The city of Molde is the administrative centre of Møre og Romsdal County, administrative center of the municipality of Molde, commercial hub of the Romsdal region and seat of the Diocese of Møre. Molde proper consists of a 6.2-mile (10-kilometre) long and 0.62-1.24 mile (1-2-kilometre) wide strip of urban land running east-west along the north shore of the Moldefjord, an arm of the Romsdalsfjord, on the Romsdal Peninsula. The city is sheltered by Bolsøya and the Molde Archipelago, a chain of low-lying islands and islets, to the south and the wood-clad hills of Moldemarka to the north. The city centre is located just west of the River Moldeelva, which runs into the city from the north, originating in the Lake Moldevatnet and running through the Valley Moldedalen.

Molde

Bergen, Norway

Date of arrival 7 Jul 2026

Surrounded by mountains and sparkling fjords, the waterside city of Bergen has a spectacular setting. There has been a settlement here since medieval times and the colourful waterfront buildings of the Hanseatic wharf, known as Bryggen, are testament to its fascinating history of trade. As Norway’s best known medieval settlement, the Bryggen is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Our comprehensive selection of excursions allows you to discover the many sides of Bergen, such as the fish market and narrow cobbled streets, as well as stunning views of the city from the summit of Mt Fløyen. Alternatively, those who have visited the city previously may like to experience one of the tours that travel further afield. Just 300 yards from the main piers, you will find the Fortress Museum (Fesningsmuseum), which has an interesting collection of objects related to World War II.

Bergen
Day 1

Berlevåg, Norway

Date of arrival 2 Jul 2026
Berlevåg
Day 2

Tromsø, Norway

Date of arrival 3 Jul 2026

With its centre located on the island of Tromsø, the municipality of Tromsø is more than five times the size of Norway’s capital, Oslo, and is the world’s northernmost university city. Lying 200 miles inside the Arctic Circle, it is known as the ‘Gateway to the Arctic’ because it was used as a starting point for hunters looking for Arctic foxes, polar bears and seals. In the 19th century it was a base for explorers on Arctic expeditions – a history that is remembered in the city’s Polar Museum, which you can visit on an excursion. Also commemorated in the area is the history of Norway’s indigenous people, the Sami. Visitors can learn about the traditions, heritage and modern preservation of the Sami culture at the Tromsø Museum. Nowadays, Tromsø is a charming mix of old and new, with wooden buildings sitting alongside contemporary architecture such as the impressive glacier-like Arctic Cathedral, which features one of the largest stained glass windows in Europe. Looking down on the city is Mount Storsteinen, and a cable car runs to the top, giving wonderful views over the surrounding countryside of forested peaks and reindeer pastures.

Tromsø
Day 3

Stamsund, Norway

Date of arrival 4 Jul 2026
Stamsund
Day 4

Rørvik, Norway

Date of arrival 5 Jul 2026
Rørvik
Day 5

Molde, Norway

Date of arrival 6 Jul 2026

Molde, the ‘Town of Roses’, is a city and municipality in Romsdal in Møre og Romsdal County, Norway. The municipality is located on the Romsdal Peninsula, surrounding the Fannefjord and Moldefjord. The city is located on the northern shore of the Romsdalsfjord. The city of Molde is the administrative centre of Møre og Romsdal County, administrative center of the municipality of Molde, commercial hub of the Romsdal region and seat of the Diocese of Møre. Molde proper consists of a 6.2-mile (10-kilometre) long and 0.62-1.24 mile (1-2-kilometre) wide strip of urban land running east-west along the north shore of the Moldefjord, an arm of the Romsdalsfjord, on the Romsdal Peninsula. The city is sheltered by Bolsøya and the Molde Archipelago, a chain of low-lying islands and islets, to the south and the wood-clad hills of Moldemarka to the north. The city centre is located just west of the River Moldeelva, which runs into the city from the north, originating in the Lake Moldevatnet and running through the Valley Moldedalen.

Molde
Day 6

Bergen, Norway

Date of arrival 7 Jul 2026

Surrounded by mountains and sparkling fjords, the waterside city of Bergen has a spectacular setting. There has been a settlement here since medieval times and the colourful waterfront buildings of the Hanseatic wharf, known as Bryggen, are testament to its fascinating history of trade. As Norway’s best known medieval settlement, the Bryggen is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Our comprehensive selection of excursions allows you to discover the many sides of Bergen, such as the fish market and narrow cobbled streets, as well as stunning views of the city from the summit of Mt Fløyen. Alternatively, those who have visited the city previously may like to experience one of the tours that travel further afield. Just 300 yards from the main piers, you will find the Fortress Museum (Fesningsmuseum), which has an interesting collection of objects related to World War II.

Bergen

Cabin Options

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Polar Outside | Triple on lower deck with window

Welcome to the Polar Outside | Triple on lower deck with window aboard the MS Polarlys from Hurtigruten, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 3 persons
Size 129ft² (12m²)
Hurtigruten MS Polarlys Polar Outside O3 ©Agurtxane Concellon Hurtigruten 1.jpg

Polar Outside | Triple on middle or upper deck with window

Welcome to the Polar Outside | Triple on middle or upper deck with window aboard the MS Polarlys from Hurtigruten, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 3 persons
Size 118ft² (11m²)
Hurtigruten MS Polarlys Arctic Superior P2D ©Agurtxane Concellon Hurtigruten.jpg

Arctic Superior | Double on promenade deck with window

Welcome to the Arctic Superior | Double on promenade deck with window aboard the MS Polarlys from Hurtigruten, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 140ft² (13m²)
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Arctic Superior | Double on upper deck with window

Welcome to the Arctic Superior | Double on upper deck with window aboard the MS Polarlys from Hurtigruten, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 129ft² (12m²)
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Expedition Suite | Mini suite on middle or upper deck

Welcome to the Expedition Suite | Mini suite on middle or upper deck aboard the MS Polarlys from Hurtigruten, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Suite
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 204ft² (19m²)
Hurtigruten MS Polarlys Expedition Suite Q4 ©Agurtxane Concellon Hurtigruten 1.jpg

Expedition Suite | Two-bed mini suite on middle or upper deck

Welcome to the Expedition Suite | Two-bed mini suite on middle or upper deck aboard the MS Polarlys from Hurtigruten, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Suite
Occupancy 4 persons
Size 204ft² (19m²)
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Expedition Suite | Two-bed suite on upper deck

Welcome to the Expedition Suite | Two-bed suite on upper deck aboard the MS Polarlys from Hurtigruten, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Suite
Occupancy 4 persons
Size 322ft² (30m²)
Hurtigruten MS Polarlys Polar Outside O2 - Image Credit Espen Mills Hurtigruten Coastal Express 0.JPG

Polar Outside | Twin bunk beds on middle deck with window

Welcome to the Polar Outside | Twin bunk beds on middle deck with window aboard the MS Polarlys from Hurtigruten, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 3 persons
Size 118ft² (11m²)
Hurtigruten MS Polarlys Polar Outside O2D - Image Credit Espen Mills Hurtigruten Coastal Express 3.JPG

Polar Outside | Double on lower deck with window

Welcome to the Polar Outside | Double on lower deck with window aboard the MS Polarlys from Hurtigruten, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 118ft² (11m²)
Hurtigruten MS Polarlys Polar Outside N2 - Image Credit Espen Mills Hurtigruten Coastal Express 3.JPG

Polar Outside | Twin on lower deck with window

Welcome to the Polar Outside | Twin on lower deck with window aboard the MS Polarlys from Hurtigruten, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 129ft² (12m²)
Hurtigruten MS Polarlys Polar Outside N2D - Image Credit Espen Mills Hurtigruten Coastal Express 0.JPG

Polar Outside | Double on lower deck with window

Welcome to the Polar Outside | Double on lower deck with window aboard the MS Polarlys from Hurtigruten, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 107ft² (10m²)
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Polar Outside | Triple on lower deck with porthole

Welcome to the Polar Outside | Triple on lower deck with porthole aboard the MS Polarlys from Hurtigruten, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 3 persons
Size 107ft² (10m²)
Hurtigruten Coastal Express MS Nordkapp Polar Outside L2 - CREDIT Espen Mills and Hurtigruten 1.JPG

Polar Outside | Twin on lower deck with porthole

Welcome to the Polar Outside | Twin on lower deck with porthole aboard the MS Polarlys from Hurtigruten, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 86ft² (8m²)
Hurtigruten MS Polarlys Polar Outside L2D - Image Credit Espen Mills Hurtigruten Coastal Express 3.JPG

Polar Outside | Double on lower deck with porthole

Welcome to the Polar Outside | Double on lower deck with porthole aboard the MS Polarlys from Hurtigruten, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 129ft² (12m²)
Hurtigruten MS Polarlys Polar Outside upper deck for 3 travellers ©Agurtxane Concellon Hurtigruten.jpg

Polar Outside | Triple on middle or upper deck with window (restricted view)

Welcome to the Polar Outside | Triple on middle or upper deck with window (restricted view) aboard the MS Polarlys from Hurtigruten, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 3 persons
Size 129ft² (12m²)
Hurtigruten MS Polarlys Polar Outside SD - Image Credit Espen Mills Hurtigruten Coastal Express 3.JPG

Polar Outside | Accessible double on lower deck with window

Welcome to the Polar Outside | Accessible double on lower deck with window aboard the MS Polarlys from Hurtigruten, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 183ft² (17m²)
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Polar Outside | Double on middle or upper deck with window (restricted view)

Welcome to the Polar Outside | Double on middle or upper deck with window (restricted view) aboard the MS Polarlys from Hurtigruten, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 107ft² (10m²)
Hurtigruten MS Polarlys Polar Inside K3 ©Agurtxane Concellon Hurtigruten.jpg

Polar Inside | Triple on middle or upper deck

Welcome to the Polar Inside | Triple on middle or upper deck aboard the MS Polarlys from Hurtigruten, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Inside
Occupancy 3 persons
Size 97ft² (9m²)
Hurtigruten MS Polarlys Polar Inside I1 ©Agurtxane Concellon Hurtigruten.jpg

Polar Inside | Single on lower deck

Welcome to the Polar Inside | Single on lower deck aboard the MS Polarlys from Hurtigruten, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Inside
Occupancy 1 person
Size 118ft² (11m²)
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Polar Inside | Twin on lower deck

Welcome to the Polar Inside | Twin on lower deck aboard the MS Polarlys from Hurtigruten, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Inside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 118ft² (11m²)

Ship Facilities

Dining
Enrichment
Entertainment
Health & Fitness

About the Ship

Polarlys is Norwegian for `polar light´, and refers to the natural Arctic phenomenon we pursue in winter.

Ms polarlys

Ms polarlys Information

Launched 1996
Length 404 ft (123m)
Guest Capacity 650
Cabins 215

Deck Plans

Deck 2

  • Car deck
  • Tender area
  • Outside Cabins
  • Sauna

Deck 3

  • Laundry
  • Gangway
  • Luggage
  • Outside Cabins
  • Inside Cabins

Deck 4

  • Torget
  • Kysten
  • Brygga Bistro
  • Kompass Service Center
  • Information
  • Shop
  • Post Office
  • Lecture Halls

Deck 5

  • Observation Deck
  • Outdoor Walking Deck
  • Expedition Suites 
  • Arctic Superior Cabins
  • Outside Cabins
  • Inside Cabins

Deck 6

  • Hot Tubs
  • Expedition Suites
  • Arctic Superior Cabins
  • Outside Cabins
  • Inside Cabins

Deck 7

  • Outdoor Explorer Deck
  • Seating Areas
  • Fitness Room
  • Multe Bakery & Ice Cream
  • Explorer Lounge & Panorama Bar

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