Both the name and the interior design of this modern expedition ship are inspired by the spectacular Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis).
The art, décor and colours employed aboard this ship are all inspired by the northern lights. The delicate aesthetic creates a distinct and unique on-board ambience. Passengers are invited to relax after a long day experiencing Hurtigruten´s various excursions and activities in comfy reclining chairs in the one of the ship’s lounges.
It’s only natural that art, decor, and colors inspired by the Northern Lights (Nordlys) should characterize this ship. The woodwork, brass fittings, and textiles help make the public areas comfortable and elegant. Throughout the ship you’ll find works by artists with roots in coastal Norway.
Ship Details
- Rating
- Specialty
- Cruise Line
- Hurtigruten
- Length
- 121.8 m
- Tonnage
- 11,204
- Maiden Voyage
- 1994
- Refurbished
- 2019
- Pass. Cap. (dbl)
- 590
- Crew Nat.
- Norwegian
- Officer Nat.
- Norwegian
- Dining Staff Nat.
- Norwegian
- Ship Reg.
- Volkswerft (D)
Ship Amenities
Ship Facilities
- A la carte Restaurant
- Aurora Cafe
- Bar
- Car Deck
- Children's Play Area
- Conference Room
- Expedition Team
- Fitness Room & Sauna
- Laundry
- Lecture Hall
- Library
- Lift
- Medical Centre
- Observation Lounge
- Outdoor Explorer Deck
- Panorama Lounge
- Restaurant
- Shop
- Stjernesalen Main Dining Room
- Wi-Fi
N3 - Polar Outside
These standard outside cabins for up to three people on the middle decks have separate beds and bathrooms with shower and WC.
V N3 - Polar Outside
These standard outside cabins for up to three people on the middle decks have separate beds and bathrooms with shower and WC.
V N2 - Polar Outside
These standard outside cabins for up to two people on the middle decks have separate beds and bathrooms with shower and WC.
V L2 - Polar Outside
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the lower deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa, and bathrooms with shower and WC. The cabins have portholes, some with limited or no view.
L3 - Polar Outside
These are comfortable outside cabins, situated on lower deck, for up to three people. They have separate beds, where one of the beds can be turned into a sofa. These are cabins with portholes, some with limited or no view.
V L3 - Polar Outside
These are comfortable outside cabins, situated on lower deck, for up to three people. They have separate beds, where one of the beds can be turned into a sofa. These are cabins with portholes, some with limited or no view.
V O2 - Polar Outside
These comfortable cabins for up to two people on the middle/upper decks have bathrooms with shower and WC.
V J2 - Polar Outside
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the upper deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa, and bathrooms with shower and WC. The cabins have limited or no view.
SD - Polar Outside
Wheelchair accessible rooms for up to two people on middle decks with wider door, accessible WC and adjusted bed. The cabins are standard outside cabins with separate beds, and bathrooms with shower and WC. (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.)
V SD - Polar Outside
Wheelchair accessible rooms for up to two people on middle decks with wider door, accessible WC and adjusted bed. The cabins are standard outside cabins with separate beds, and bathrooms with shower and WC. (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.)
V P2 - Arctic Superior
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the upper decks have a bathroom with shower and WC, and separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.
M2 - Expedition Suite
Our Expedition suites are the most luxurious cabins on board. Situated on the upper deck of the ship, the suites feature seating areas with TV, bathrooms with shower/WC, and most with double beds. All of the suites provide complimentary cabin kits, with bathrobe, slippers and more. Some suites have more facilities than others.
Suite on upper deck
These elegant suites are on the upper deck, with two rooms, double bed, bathroom with shower and WC, seating area, TV and minibar.
Q2 - Mini Suite
Our Expedition suites are the most luxurious cabins on board. Situated on the upper deck of the ship, the suites feature seating areas with TV, bathrooms with shower/WC, and most with double beds. All of the suites provide complimentary cabin kits, with bathrobe, slippers and more. Some suites have more facilities than others.
Mini Suite on upper deck
These comfortable suites have a double bed, TV, minibar, bathroom with shower and WC, and great view.
U2 - Arctic Superior
Relaxation and comfort are the hallmarks of our Arctic superior cabins. Situated on upper decks, they all have bathrooms with shower and WC, tea and coffee-making facilities and TVs. The cabins have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. All the cabins have individual specifications.
Upper deck for 2 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the upper decks have a bathroom with shower and WC, and separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.
P2 - Arctic Superior
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the upper decks have a bathroom with shower and WC, and separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.
O2 - Polar Outside
These comfortable cabins for up to two people on the middle/upper decks have bathrooms with shower and WC.
N2 - Polar Outside
These standard outside cabins for up to two people on the middle decks have separate beds and bathrooms with shower and WC.
L2 - Polar Outside
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the lower deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa, and bathrooms with shower and WC. The cabins have portholes, some with limited or no view.
J2 - Polar Outside
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the upper deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa, and bathrooms with shower and WC. The cabins have limited or no view.
I2 - Polar Inside
These comfortable, standard 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.