Vesteralen

Vesteralen

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.

- An 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 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 continues to provide passengers with an authentic heritage experience. 


Ship Calendar

Destination Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan 2026 Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug
Europe
Decks
Ship Categories
Dining
Entertainment
Health & Fitness

Ship Details

Year Built
1983
Capacity
N/A
Meeting Rooms
N/A
Elevators
N/A
Casino
N/A
Registry
N/A
Restaurants
N/A
Disco
N/A
Tonnage
6,261
Bars
N/A
Fitness Center
N/A
Cabins
N/A
Pools
N/A
Children's Program
N/A
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins
N/A
Theaters
N/A
Internet Cafe
N/A
Shops
N/A
Library
N/A
Spa
N/A

Decks

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Deck 1

  • Inside Cabins

Deck 2

  • Car Deck
  • Car Lift
  • Inside Cabins
  • Outside Cabins

Deck 3

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

Deck 4

  • Vesterålstuen Lounge & Bar
  • Lecture Hall
  • Library
  • Fitness
  • Playroom
  • Shop
  • Cafe
  • Restaurant 
  • Inside Cabins
  • Outside Cabins

Deck 5

  • Trollfjord Lounge
  • Inside Cabins
  • Outside Cabins

Deck 6

  • Observation Deck

Deck 7

  • Fyret Lounge & Bar

Ship Categories

Polar Outside | Upper deck for 3 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to 3 people on the middle decks have separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.
Polar Outside | Middle deck for 2 travellers
These standard outside cabins for up to 2 people on the middle decks have bunk beds, one of which converts into a sofa, and a chair.
Polar Outside | Lower deck for 4 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to 4 people on the middle or lower decks have bunk beds and a chair. Some have a double bed and bunk beds, sofa, and a chair. The cabins have portholes with limited view.
Polar Outside | Accessible suite on lower deck
Two wheelchair accessible rooms for up to 5 people on deck 3. These spacious cabins have wider doors, and accessible WC. One has double bed, pullman and a single bed. One has bunk beds, sofa, and chair.
Polar Inside | Upper or middle deck for up to 2 travellers
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.
Expedition Suite | Mini Suite for up to 2 travellers
These refurbished suites situated on the upper deck have separate bedroom, double bed, chair, TV, and coffee and tea facilities.
Arctic Superior | Upper deck for up to 2 travellers
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.
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 (N2)
These standard outside cabins for up to two people on the middle deck have separate 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 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 Outside (A3)
These comfortable outside cabins for up to three people on the middle decks have bunk beds.
Polar Outside (A2)
These comfortable cabins for up to two people on the middle decks have bunk beds 
Polar Inside (I3)
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to three people on the lower deck have bunk beds.
Polar Inside (I2)
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to two people on the middle deck have separate beds (one which converts into a sofa) or bunk beds
Polar Outside Upper Deck for 2 travellers
Our Polar outside cabins on the middle or lower decks all have bathrooms with shower/WC. Most of the cabins offer separate beds (one of which is a sofa bed) or upper and lower berths. All the cabins have individual specifications.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 Middle deck for up to 3 travellers
Our Polar outside cabins on the middle or lower decks all have bathrooms with shower/WC. Most of the cabins offer separate beds (one of which is a sofa bed) or upper and lower berths. All the cabins have individual specifications.These comfortable outside cabins for up to three people on the middle or lower decks have bunk beds.
Polar Outside Middle Deck for 2 travellers
Our Polar outside cabins on the middle or lower decks all have bathrooms with shower/WC. Most of the cabins offer separate beds (one of which is a sofa bed) or upper and lower berths. All the cabins have individual specifications.These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the middle or lower decks have bunk beds.
Polar Outside Lower deck for up to 4 travellers
Our Polar outside cabins on the middle or lower decks all have bathrooms with shower/WC. Most of the cabins offer separate beds (one of which is a sofa bed) or upper and lower berths. All the cabins have individual specifications.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 Middle deck for 2 travellers
Our cosy Polar inside cabins are on all decks and include bathrooms with shower/WC, separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa, or upper and lower berths. All the cabins have individual specifications.
Polar Inside Lower deck for up to 3 travellers
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to three people on the lower deck have bunk beds.
Polar Outside
Our Polar outside cabins on the middle or lower decks all have bathrooms with shower/WC. Most of the cabins offer separate beds (one of which is a sofa bed) or upper and lower berths. All the cabins have individual specifications.
Polar Inside
Our cosy Polar inside cabins are on all decks and include bathrooms with shower/WC, separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa, or upper and lower berths. All the cabins have individual specifications.
Mini Suite
Seating area, TV, mini-bar
Outside Cabin
A: 2-, 3- or 4-bed cabin with bunk beds L: 2-bed cabin with a bed and sofa bed, limited or no view J: 2- or 3-bed cabin with a bed and sofa bed (3-bed cabin with a bunk bed), limited or no view N: 2- or 3-bed cabin with a bed and sofa bed P: 2-bed cabin with a bed and sofa bed
Inside Cabin
2-bed cabin with a bed and sofa bed or bunk beds

Dining

Kafé Galleriet

On deck 4, Kafé Galleriet serves traditional ‘husmannskost’ - home-cooked dishes such as our signature burger and famous shrimp sandwich, soup of the day, sirloin steak, and grilled salmon, plus desserts and sweet cakes. Juices, soft drinks, and wine are also available.

Restaurant

Passengers are requested to go to the restaurant on embarkation to make their table reservation. The usual meal times are: breakfast from 08.00 to 10.00 hours (open sitting); lunch from 13.00 hours (open sitting); dinner from 18.00 hours (set seating). During high season, there may be several sittings, the times of which will be shown on board. Full board begins with a buffet dinner on departure from Bergen and ends with brunch on the arrival day back in Bergen. The food is Norwegian and breakfast is buffet style with a selection of cold meats, cheese, eggs, cereals and fruit. Lunch is the famous Cold Table with a choice of fish dishes, cold meats, salads, a selection of hot dishes, desserts and fruit. Dinner is a three-course set meal; there is not usually a choice of menu. Occasionally the Cold Table may be served in the evening and the set meal at lunch time. All vessels are fully licensed.

Entertainment

Fyret Panorama Lounge

In the Fyret Panorama Lounge on deck 7, you can enjoy Norwegian aquavit, international beers, and classic drinks while listening to other peoples’ tales and admiring the beautiful view.

Library

The books are in a variety of languages including Norwegian, German and English, also there are game tables available to play cards and chess.

Shopping

Selling souvenirs, knitwear, books, postcards, postage stamps and a limited supply of toiletries.

Trollfjord Lounge

Trollfjord Lounge can be found on Deck 5.

Health & Fitness

Sauna and Fitness Room

Keep active in the fitness room before enjoying a soothing steam in the sauna.