MS Nordlys

Nordlys is Norwegian for ‘Northern Lights’, and the namesake ship reflects this phenomenon. Nuances can be found in the décor and aesthetic, giving guests a hint of this natural wonder even when travelling outside of peak viewing season. A 2019 refurbishment saw all cabins upgraded, along with facility revamps and the addition of two lecture halls and an Activity Centre to enhance your journey.
Nordlys is Norwegian for ‘Northern Lights’, and the namesake ship reflects this phenomenon. Nuances can be found in the décor and aesthetic, giving guests a hint of this natural wonder even when travelling outside of peak viewing season. A 2019 refurbishment saw all cabins upgraded, along with facility revamps and the addition of two lecture halls and an Activity Centre to enhance your journey.
Cruises
Ship Type
Small Cruise Ship
Passengers
590
No. Of Crew
70
Launched
1994
Refurbished
2019
Destinations Explored
Arctic Northern Europe
Destinations Explored
Arctic Northern Europe

MS Nordlys Cruises

Choose from 196 holidays cruising on board MS Nordlys

17 Days Oslo to Helsinki

Operator: Hurtigruten

From 8,819pp
Save 466pp

11 Days Bergen to Trondheim

Operator: Hurtigruten

From 854pp
Save 275pp

6 Days Kirkenes to Bergen

Operator: Hurtigruten

From 922pp
Save 661pp

15 Days Stockholm to Bergen

Operator: Hurtigruten

From 8,133pp
Save 170pp

Life On Board MS Nordlys

What can you expect when cruising on board MS Nordlys
MS Nordlys
MS Nordlys

Refurbished in 2019 with décor inspired by the Northern Lights and ample facilities for education and recreation. Read more

Guide Team HQ
Guide Team HQ

Your Guide Team bring the Norwegian experience to life with edutainment in the Activity Centre and out on deck. Read more

Relaxed Atmosphere
Relaxed Atmosphere

Hurtigruten cruises are famously relaxed and guests are invited to dress casually throughout their voyage. Read more

Norway's Coastal Kitchen
Norway's Coastal Kitchen

Dine in the main restaurant or order a la carte at Kysten. Enjoy menus featuring produced sourced daily from local suppliers. Read more

Live the Local Life
Live the Local Life

Immerse yourself in the culture and local life as you cruise on a working vessel connecting Norway's coastal communities. Read more

A Front Row Seat
A Front Row Seat

Hurtigruten always take the scenic route, and ships are perfectly designed to showcase the spellbinding surrounds. Read more

MS Nordlys Deck Plan

L2
Polar Outside (Twin Beds)
L3
Polar Outside (Up to 3 Passengers)
Deck 2
I2
Polar Inside
N2D
Polar Outside (Double Bed)
L2
Polar Outside (Twin Beds)
SD
Polar Outside (Twin Beds)
N3
Polar Outside (Up to 3 Passengers)
O3
Polar Outside (Up to 3 Passengers)
Deck 3
Deck 4
I2
Polar Inside
J2
Polar Outside (Twin Beds) (Restricted View)
J2D
Polar Outside (Double Bed)
P2
Arctic Superior (Twin Beds)
N2
Polar Outside (Twin Beds)
P2D
Arctic Superior (Double Bed)
Q4
Mini Suite (Up to 4 Passengers)
M4
Suite
Deck 5
J2
Polar Outside (Twin Beds) (Restricted View)
J2D
Polar Outside (Double Bed)
O2
Polar Outside (Twin Beds)
U2D
Arctic Superior (Double Bed)
Q2
Mini Suite
Q4
Mini Suite (Up to 4 Passengers)
MG4
Grand Suite
Deck 6
Deck 7

MS Nordlys Cabins

MS Nordlys Polar Inside
Polar Inside
Cabin Type: Inside

8-11 sqm. Inside cabins for up to two people on the middle deck have bathrooms with shower/WC, and separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa.

MS Nordlys Polar Outside (Double Bed)
Polar Outside (Double Bed)
Cabin Type: Oceanview

5-13 sqm. Refurbished outside cabin on upper or middle decks for 2 people. The cabin comes with a double bed, TV. The cabins may have a window or portholes, with limited or no view.

MS Nordlys Arctic Superior (Twin Beds)
Arctic Superior (Twin Beds)
Cabin Type: Oceanview

8-12 sqm. These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the upper decks have a bathroom with shower and toilet, and separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.

MS Nordlys Polar Outside (Twin Beds) (Restricted View)
Polar Outside (Twin Beds) (Restricted View)
Cabin Type: Oceanview

8-17 sqm. These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa, and bathrooms with shower and WC. The cabins may have a window or portholes, with limited or no view.

MS Nordlys Polar Outside (Twin Beds)
Polar Outside (Twin Beds)
Cabin Type: Oceanview

8-17 sqm. These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa, and bathrooms with shower and WC. The cabins may have a window or portholes, with limited or no view.

MS Nordlys Polar Outside (Up to 3 Passengers)
Polar Outside (Up to 3 Passengers)
Cabin Type: Oceanview

7-12 sqm. These standard outside cabins for up to three people on the middle decks have separate beds and bathrooms with shower and WC.

MS Nordlys Arctic Superior (Double Bed)
Arctic Superior (Double Bed)
Cabin Type: Oceanview

8–13 sqm. Situated on upper decks, they all have bathrooms with shower and WC, tea and coffee-making facilities and TVs. The cabins have double beds.

MS Nordlys Mini Suite
Mini Suite
Cabin Type: Suite

17-23 sqm. These comfortable suites have double beds, and most have sofa groups as well. The suites also have TV, internet access, minibar, and a great view.

MS Nordlys Mini Suite (Up to 4 Passengers)
Mini Suite (Up to 4 Passengers)
Cabin Type: Suite

15-20 sqm. Mini suite on upper deck for up to 4 people. The suite comes with a double bed and sofa bed, full view, fridge and TV.

MS Nordlys Suite
Suite
Cabin Type: Suite

28-30 sqm. Suite on upper decks for up to four people, with a double bed (and sofa beds), full view, sofa, fridge and TV.

MS Nordlys Grand Suite
Grand Suite
Cabin Type: Suite

15-20 sqm. Refurbished suite on upper deck for 4 people, with a double bed (and sofa beds), fridge and TV. The cabin has a bay window with full view.

MS Nordlys Cruise Schedule

All 196 sailings by departure date on board MS Nordlys
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Days
Name
From - To
From
Starts
Saturday
01 Aug 2026
Days
6
From - To
Kirkenes to Bergen
From
4,827pp
Starts
Thursday
06 Aug 2026
Days
12
Cruise Name
From - To
Bergen to Bergen
From
10,464pp
Starts
Thursday
06 Aug 2026
Days
7
From - To
Bergen to Kirkenes
From
7,848pp
Starts
Wednesday
12 Aug 2026
Days
6
From - To
Kirkenes to Bergen
From
3,823pp
Starts
Monday
17 Aug 2026
Days
12
Cruise Name
From - To
Bergen to Bergen
From
7,517pp
Starts
Monday
17 Aug 2026
Days
7
From - To
Bergen to Kirkenes
From
5,894pp
Starts
Sunday
23 Aug 2026
Days
6
From - To
Kirkenes to Bergen
From
3,674pp
Starts
Friday
28 Aug 2026
Days
12
Cruise Name
From - To
Bergen to Bergen
From
6,805pp
Starts
Friday
28 Aug 2026
Days
7
From - To
Bergen to Kirkenes
From
5,103pp
Starts
Thursday
03 Sep 2026
Days
6
From - To
Kirkenes to Bergen
From
3,550pp
Starts
Tuesday
08 Sep 2026
Days
12
Cruise Name
From - To
Bergen to Bergen
From
6,575pp
Starts
Tuesday
08 Sep 2026
Days
7
From - To
Bergen to Kirkenes
From
4,931pp
Starts
Monday
14 Sep 2026
Days
6
From - To
Kirkenes to Bergen
From
3,550pp
Starts
Saturday
19 Sep 2026
Days
12
Cruise Name
From - To
Bergen to Bergen
From
8,261pp
Starts
Saturday
19 Sep 2026
Days
7
From - To
Bergen to Kirkenes
From
4,724pp
Starts
Friday
25 Sep 2026
Days
6
From - To
Kirkenes to Bergen
From
4,107pp
Starts
Saturday
26 Sep 2026
Days
17
From - To
Oslo to Helsinki
From
8,999pp
Starts
Wednesday
30 Sep 2026
Days
12
Cruise Name
From - To
Bergen to Bergen
From
6,299pp
Starts
Wednesday
30 Sep 2026
Days
7
From - To
Bergen to Kirkenes
From
4,724pp
Starts
Tuesday
06 Oct 2026
Days
6
From - To
Kirkenes to Bergen
From
3,182pp
Starts
Wednesday
07 Oct 2026
Days
17
From - To
Oslo to Helsinki
From
9,999pp
Starts
Sunday
11 Oct 2026
Days
12
Cruise Name
From - To
Bergen to Bergen
From
6,184pp
Starts
Sunday
11 Oct 2026
Days
7
From - To
Bergen to Kirkenes
From
4,531pp
Starts
Saturday
17 Oct 2026
Days
6
From - To
Kirkenes to Bergen
From
2,976pp
Starts
Thursday
22 Oct 2026
Days
12
Cruise Name
From - To
Bergen to Bergen
From
5,393pp
Starts
Thursday
22 Oct 2026
Days
7
From - To
Bergen to Kirkenes
From
3,864pp
Starts
Wednesday
28 Oct 2026
Days
6
From - To
Kirkenes to Bergen
From
2,976pp
Starts
Monday
02 Nov 2026
Days
12
Cruise Name
From - To
Bergen to Bergen
From
5,040pp
Starts
Monday
02 Nov 2026
Days
7
From - To
Bergen to Kirkenes
From
3,948pp
Starts
Sunday
08 Nov 2026
Days
6
From - To
Kirkenes to Bergen
From
2,600pp
Starts
Friday
13 Nov 2026
Days
12
Cruise Name
From - To
Bergen to Bergen
From
4,816pp
Starts
Friday
13 Nov 2026
Days
7
From - To
Bergen to Kirkenes
From
3,696pp
Starts
Thursday
19 Nov 2026
Days
6
From - To
Kirkenes to Bergen
From
2,600pp
Starts
Tuesday
24 Nov 2026
Days
12
Cruise Name
From - To
Bergen to Bergen
From
4,390pp
Starts
Tuesday
24 Nov 2026
Days
7
From - To
Bergen to Kirkenes
From
3,292pp
Starts
Monday
30 Nov 2026
Days
6
From - To
Kirkenes to Bergen
From
2,370pp
Starts
Saturday
05 Dec 2026
Days
12
Cruise Name
From - To
Bergen to Bergen
From
4,390pp
Starts
Saturday
05 Dec 2026
Days
7
From - To
Bergen to Kirkenes
From
3,292pp
Starts
Friday
11 Dec 2026
Days
6
From - To
Kirkenes to Bergen
From
2,202pp
Starts
Wednesday
16 Dec 2026
Days
12
Cruise Name
From - To
Bergen to Bergen
From
4,390pp
Starts
Wednesday
16 Dec 2026
Days
7
From - To
Bergen to Kirkenes
From
3,292pp
Starts
Tuesday
22 Dec 2026
Days
6
From - To
Kirkenes to Bergen
From
3,202pp
Starts
Sunday
27 Dec 2026
Days
12
Cruise Name
From - To
Bergen to Bergen
From
5,441pp
Starts
Sunday
27 Dec 2026
Days
7
From - To
Bergen to Kirkenes
From
4,187pp
Starts
Saturday
02 Jan 2027
Days
6
From - To
Kirkenes to Bergen
From
2,479pp
Starts
Thursday
07 Jan 2027
Days
12
Cruise Name
From - To
Bergen to Bergen
From
4,424pp
Starts
Thursday
07 Jan 2027
Days
7
From - To
Bergen to Kirkenes
From
3,444pp
Starts
Wednesday
13 Jan 2027
Days
6
From - To
Kirkenes to Bergen
From
2,358pp
Starts
Tuesday
09 Feb 2027
Days
12
Cruise Name
From - To
Bergen to Bergen
From
5,174pp
Starts
Tuesday
09 Feb 2027
Days
7
From - To
Bergen to Kirkenes
From
3,880pp
Cruise Content
Cabin images are sourced from Hurtigruten. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on sailing dates.