Norway Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
89 ships from 26 cruise lines
Norway cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 696 upcoming sailings on 89 ships from 26 cruise lines visiting Norway, calling at 72 places. Cruises can start in Bergen, Oslo, Tromsø, Kirkenes, Svolvær, Trondheim and 2 more and end in Bergen, Oslo, Tromsø, Kirkenes, Trondheim, Svolvær and 1 more. Of 696 upcoming sailings, 229 start in Norway and 230 end there. More Northern Europe & the Baltics cruises.
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See every Norway cruise line by ocean and river and by ultra-luxury, luxury, premium and contemporary style, with fares, cruise lengths, ships and ports.
About Norway
Norway is a coastal cruising masterpiece. Its deep fjords, mountain villages, and Arctic wilderness are best experienced from a small or mid-sized ship, with plenty of time in port. Traditional river cruising does not apply; the real waterway is the sea. The classic southern loop – Oslo, Stavanger, Flåm, Bergen, Geiranger – delivers the iconic landscape, while a Coastal Express voyage to Tromsø and Lofoten adds Arctic drama. For American milestone travelers, Norway is safe, English-friendly, and physically awe-inspiring, but the weak currency of guided-tour fatigue is real. Choose a ship with fewer than 500 guests and mix ship tours with independent walks.
Typical routes
- Classic Fjords & Coastal Waterways – round-trip voyages from Copenhagen, Oslo, or Stockholm visiting southern ports, Sognefjord, and Geirangerfjord, often with Bergen as a turnaround.
- Arctic & North Cape Express – northbound coastal or expedition itineraries from Bergen to Kirkenes, crossing the Arctic Circle and calling at Trondheim, Tromsø, Lofoten, and Honningsvåg.
Ports overview
Norway's cruise ports fall into two broad families: the classic southern fjord loop and the Arctic/northbound coastal express. Most ports are walkable, but weather and tenders can complicate schedules. A small ship gives you the flexibility to enter narrow fjords and avoid the largest crowds.
Cruise season
May–September is the main fjord season; June–August has midnight sun north of the Arctic Circle. September–March is best for northern lights. The Coastal Express runs year-round.
Find your Norway sailing
Upcoming sailings calling at Norway, earliest departure first.
3 Days One-Way from Trondheim to Tromso
Starts and ends in Norway
MS Kong Harald
2 Days One-Way from Trondheim to Bergen
Starts and ends in Norway
MS Nordlys
3 Days One-Way from Tromso to Kirkenes
Starts and ends in Norway
MS Nordnorge
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8 Days Hamburg, Germany Round Trip
Visits Norway. Also visits Germany
MSC Preziosa
13 Days Southampton, United Kingdom Round Trip
Visits Norway. Also visits United Kingdom
Queen Anne
12 Days Oslo, Norway Round Trip
Starts and ends in Norway
MS Kong Harald
4 Days One-Way from Svolvaer to Kirkenes
Starts and ends in Norway
MS Kong Harald
2 Days One-Way from Trondheim to Bergen
Starts and ends in Norway
MS Nordkapp
11 Days One-Way from Bergen to Trondheim
Starts and ends in Norway
MS Nordlys
12 Days Bergen, Norway Round Trip
Starts and ends in Norway
MS Nordlys
3 Days One-Way from Bergen to Trondheim
Starts and ends in Norway
MS Nordlys
4 Days One-Way from Bergen to Svolvaer
Starts and ends in Norway
MS Nordlys
Where Norway cruises start and end
Embarkation ports (9)
Bergen (350) (cruises from) · Fredrikstad (8) (cruises from) · Kirkenes (80) (cruises from) · Longyearbyen · Narvik (41) (cruises from) · Oslo (271) (cruises from) · Svolvær (137) (cruises from) · Tromsø (236) (cruises from) · Trondheim (196) (cruises from)
Ships by type: 75 ocean 10 expedition 8 ro-pax ferry · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
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Norway cruise port guide
Cruise ports, what to see, history and practical advice.
Norway cruise port guide →Frequently asked questions about Norway cruises
How many places do cruises visit in Norway?
72 Norway places are visited by 89 ships from 26 cruise lines.
When is the best time to take a Norway cruise?
May–September is the main fjord season; June–August has midnight sun north of the Arctic Circle. September–March is best for northern lights. The Coastal Express runs year-round.
Sources and further reading
Background on Norway draws on these references. Sailing, fare and port data come from cruise line itineraries and are refreshed regularly.
- Visit Norway: Norway – Official Travel Guide
- UNESCO World Heritage Centre: Norway – Properties inscribed on the World Heritage List
- Hurtigruten: Norwegian Coastal Express
- Havila Voyages: The Norwegian Coastal Voyage
- Viking Cruises: Norway & Fjords Cruises
- CIA World Factbook: Norway
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published September 9, 2026 · Last updated October 31, 2026
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