Vesterålen
Hurtigruten
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 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.
Ship Profile & Stats
- Length: 108.55 m
- Tonnage: 6,261
- Maiden Voyage: 1983
- Refurbished: 1995
- Passenger Capacity (dbl): 490
- Crew Nationality: Norwegian
- Officer Nationality: Norwegian
- Dining Staff Nationality: Norwegian
- Ship Registration: Kaarbø Mek. Verk.
Ship Facilities
- Panorama Lounge
- Cafe
- Shop
- Conference Room
- Children’s Play Area
- Wi-Fi
- Fitness Room
- Lift
- Car Deck
- Laundry
- Medical Centre
- Lounge
- Main Dining Room
- Trollfjord Lounge
- Bar
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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. (We have a limited number of wheelchair accessible cabins, so we ask that they are booked by guests who require these cabins. Please inform us in advance of your disability - you will find Hurtigruten contact information on the Booking Confirmation document.)
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. (We have a limited number of wheelchair accessible cabins, so we ask that they are booked by guests who require these cabins. Please inform us in advance of your disability - you will find Hurtigruten contact information on the Booking Confirmation document.)
These standard outside cabins for up to two people on the middle deck have separate beds.
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.
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.
These standard outside cabins for up to three people on the middle deck have separate beds.
These standard outside cabins for up to three people on the middle deck have separate beds.
These standard outside cabins for up to two people on the middle deck have separate beds.
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.
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. (We have a limited number of wheelchair accessible cabins, so we ask that they are booked by guests who require these cabins. Please inform us in advance of your disability - you will find Hurtigruten contact information on the Booking Confirmation document.)
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. (We have a limited number of wheelchair accessible cabins, so we ask that they are booked by guests who require these cabins. Please inform us in advance of your disability - you will find Hurtigruten contact information on the Booking Confirmation document.)
These comfortable standard inside cabins for one person are on the upper deck.
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the middle or lower decks have bunk beds.
These comfortable outside cabins for up to three people on the middle or lower decks have bunk beds.
These cabins on the middle deck have one double bed and two bunk beds. These unspecified outside cabins for four travellers are ideal for families.
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to three people on the lower deck have bunk beds.
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the middle or lower decks have bunk beds.
These comfortable outside cabins for up to three people on the middle or lower decks have bunk beds.
These cabins on the middle deck have one double bed and two bunk beds. These unspecified outside cabins for four travellers are ideal for families.
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the upper deck have separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.
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