Original Fleet · Built 1996
Named after the North Cape itself, the northernmost point on mainland Europe, MS Nordkapp was christened by Queen Sonja of Norway in 1996 and has sailed the Original Coastal Express ever since, with a modern, Arctic-inspired interior since her 2016 refurbishment.
About The Ship
MS Nordkapp was christened by Queen Sonja of Norway in 1996, and her maiden voyage took her to the Shetland Islands before she joined the working Coastal Express route. She has been part of Hurtigruten's fleet since 2007, and was refurbished in 2016 and again in 2022 to bring her interior up to a modern, Arctic-inspired standard.
On board are three restaurants and the Multe bakery, a sauna and fitness room, and two outdoor hot tubs on deck, along with a cosy bar at the front of the ship and the large compass area housing reception, the tour guide desk and shop.
In Detail
Like her sister ship MS Nordnorge, MS Nordkapp keeps the informal, working atmosphere of the Original fleet rather than the all-inclusive Signature style, with the same Nordic sense of koselig running through her public rooms. She also carries cars, making her a practical choice for anyone bringing their own vehicle along the coast.
Life On Board
Life at sea aboard MS Nordkapp has an easy, informal rhythm to it. These are the rooms and spaces that shape a typical day on board, from morning coffee to the last drink of the evening.
Set at the front of the ship, this is the natural spot to nestle into a comfy chair with a handcrafted cocktail, chat to fellow guests, and watch the coastline go by. It has an unhurried, sociable feel that suits the ship's slower pace.
Four different dining venues on board, from the main restaurant to an à la carte option, a casual bistro and a bakery serving cloudberry jam and freshly baked pastries. See our full restaurants section below for details on each.
The Expedition Team share stories and insights on Norway's culture, nature and history through the voyage, on board, on deck and ashore, with talks and presentations covering everything from wildlife to the Northern Lights.
209 cabins in all, including 10 suites, spread across four categories from Polar Inside through to the Expedition Suites. The refurbished suites include Wi-Fi, TV, bathrobes and an espresso machine, some sleeping up to four.
Also On Board
Dining On Board
Torget, meaning "marketplace", is the main restaurant, offering a buffet or set menu for all three daily meals. Kysten, meaning "the coast", is the à la carte option for a more formal evening. Brygga, named for the wharf, is the all-day bistro for salads, pizzas and other easy dishes. Multe, named after the Arctic cloudberry, is the onboard bakery, serving fresh pastries, open sandwiches and cloudberry jam with waffles.
The Facts
| Flag | Norwegian |
| Built | 1996 |
| Shipyard | Kværner Kleven, Norway |
| Refurbished | 2016 / 2022 |
| Cabins | 209, including 10 suites |
| Guest Capacity | Up to 590 |
| Gross Tonnage | 11,386 tonnes |
| Length | 123.3m |
| Beam | 19.5m |
| Speed | 18 knots |
| Car Capacity | 10 (Sept–Apr) / 20 (May–Aug) |
Find Your Way Around
Download The MS Nordkapp Deck Plan (PDF)
Call 0333 405 0194 if you'd like help matching a cabin number to its position on board.
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