If you saw Visit Oslo’s recent reverse psychology tongue-in-cheek campaign, you’ll know that Oslo – and Norway – is a destination beloved for its simplicity, accessibility, and natural beauty so stunning you don’t need a filter. Hurtigruten agrees; only they’re bringing simplicity and accessibility right to your desktop with their best-selling Scandinavian small group escorted tours and independent tour packages.
With 130 years in the tourism business, Hurtigruten knows there’s nothing more a travel agent needs than a simple life. Especially when you’re juggling countless clients, back-and-forth email chains, and mounting paperwork.
Being handed the ‘best of’ equals more revenue, especially as Hurtigruten offer full commission (and no NCFs) for every booking.
Whether your clients are looking for the perfect Scandinavian tour package or prefer to experience the country’s natural beauty their way on a hand-selection FIT itinerary, Hurtigruten says, “We’ve got you”.
The complete package
You already know that Hurtigruten has award-winning sailings and leads exceptional small-group tours. But did you know they offer the complete package, with flights, hotels, transfers, and, of course, tours?
Whatever your needs, be it a small-group adventure, independent trip, or combination of both, you can sit back and allow the knowledgeable Hurtigruten team to take care of the finer details for you in a seamless and timely fashion.
The best Scandinavian tours
Travelling with a passionate brand like Hurtigruten ensures your clients enjoy a deeply immersive journey through Scandinavia.
Their small-group Scandinavian packages depart with an expert guide and a maximum of 24 passengers, ensuring a high level of care and depth of discovery into Nordic culture, scenery, and delectable dining experiences.
Independent Norway
If group travel is not your client’s koppe te (cup of tea), Hurtigruten has several independent partially self-guided tours to suit.
Many FIT trips start with Norway in a Nutshell, exploring the picturesque landmarks between Oslo and Bergen, before embarking on a Hurtigruten Classic Coastal Express voyage.
Whether it’s the spectacular Astronomy Voyage with expert astronomers bringing the night sky to life, a trip to experience the Midnight Sun, or a chance to stay in a hotel made of snow and ice, Hurtigruten is on hand to help you lock in an idyllic independent itinerary.
The Coastal Express
The Coastal Express is Hurtigruten’s OG voyage, travelling the Norwegian coastline between Bergen in the south to Kirkenes in the Arctic Circle.
Over 12 days, travellers marvel at this well-sailed route, seeing the best of Norway along the 34 coastal stops en route. From the country’s iconic fjords to its quaint villages and cultural gems, this is a journey of discovery and awe.
On board, fascinating lectures provide insights, and the Coastal Kitchen serves tasty meals fresh from suppliers along the route. Hurtigruten’s passionate crew lead wildlife, heritage, nature-bound, and adventure excursions to reveal more of Norway to guests aboard.
Follow the Lights
For Hurtigruten’s most popular small group journey, Follow the Lights is an epic voyage of wows and wonders along the Oslo to Helsinki route (both northbound and southbound).
Follow the Lights tour highlights include:
- A journey aboard the vintage Flåm Railway traversing breathtaking fjords, craggy mountains, and cultural landmarks
- A walking tour of Bergen, including the colourful UNESCO Bryggen Wharf district
- Crossing the Arctic Circle for a chance to see the fabulous Northern Lights
- A cruise on the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord, famous as Sognefjord’s narrowest and most stunning fjord
- Discovering the rich heritage of the Finnish Sámi people in Inari
- A visit to wow your client’s inner child at Santa Claus Village
- The thrill of both reindeer and husky safaris
- An awe-inspiring night under the stars in a glass igloo
Departing September to March, choose from the 17-day Follow the Lights Northbound journey from $8,444 or the 15-day Follow the Lights Southbound from $8,454.
The Northern Lights Promise
You know what will also make your life a lot easier when booking clients on their dream adventure to see the Aurora Borealis? A guarantee.
It’s not a guarantee to beat Mother Nature’s at times wild temperament (no company can do that), but the next best thing: Hurtigruten’s Northern Lights Promise.
If your clients sail the Norwegian coast for 11 days or more and they don’t see the world’s best natural light show, they’ll get an Original Coastal Express Classic Voyage FREE!
This is for travel between September and March (of course), and the ‘second chance’ tour can be either northbound (7 days) or southbound (6 days).
The deets
Are you ready to make your life easier and your client’s dreams come true? All while receiving full commission? If that’s a yes (we assume it is), head to their Agent Portal and get cracking!
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