9 Norway Yacht Cruises to Book This Year

1.Luxury Northern Lights Yacht Cruise with Hot Tub from Tromsø

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $344 a seat Our pick

Join Captain Kenneth and Sachi aboard Stella Oceana for a four-hour evening cruise from Tromsø. The small group enjoys reindeer soup, hot drinks, a warm cabin, and scheduled hot-tub time while the crew searches for the aurora. The route depends on weather, and Northern Lights sightings are never guaranteed.

“This was hands down the best experience of our Nordic. From start to finish, the Northern Lights yacht tour felt truly special. We were incredibly lucky, the Northern Lights were visible for most of the nearly four-hour journey, and we even witnessed the dancing lights, which was absolutely magical. Being out on the water, surrounded by silence, sky, and sea, made the experience deeply immersive and genuinely rejuvenating. The hosts were exceptional, warm, kind, and deeply passionate about what they do. The captain’s excitement when the Northern Lights appeared was contagious; he was genuinely thrilled for us, celebrating the moment alongside us, which made the experience feel even more joyf...”

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2.Fjordcruise in a Luxury Yacht Arctic Queen

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 77 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $269 a seat

Set out from Fredrik Langes gate in Tromsø aboard the Arctic Queen for a three-hour private cruise with your party and captain. Expect fjord-channel scenery, a possible low-tide look at the Tirpitz dismantling area, warm indoor suites, snacks, hot drinks, and perhaps the captain’s fish soup. The boat holds up to 11 people.

“It was a great boat ride with some outstanding views of the fjords. The fish soup was truly outstanding that the Captain made, and the conversation with the Captain on his experiences were very memorable ... I highly recommend this trip.”

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3.Tromso Luxury Sailing Yacht Polar Fjord Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $348 a seat

Sail from Tromsø into Balsfjorden aboard a warm, spacious yacht with up to 12 people. Captain Kenneth and host Sachi provide lunch, hot drinks, and Arctic scenery, with optional hot tub and polar plunge time. Wildlife sightings may include seals, dolphins, reindeer, and seabirds, but are never guaranteed.

“A relaxing boat trip with beautiful scenery. We went in the hot tub on the deck which was wonderful and we have some great pictures. The reindeer soup was the best one I tried, as it was properly and skilfully home made. Very accommodating hosts. We had a lovely time on this boat.”

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4.Luxury Polar Fjord Cruise w/ Hot Tub & Polar Plunge

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 54 reviews · 4h 30m · from $281 a seat

Spend 4.5 hours aboard Stella Oceana, a 33-meter ice-class sailing yacht, with Captain Kenneth and Sachi. Cruise Balsfjorden in a small group of 12, watch for seals, dolphins, and eagles, and enjoy reindeer stew, hot drinks, and warm indoor seating. Add the hot tub and polar plunge for an extra Arctic thrill.

“A very nice trip in comfortable and intimate conditions. Captain Kenneth is a man full of humor, open, creating a wonderful, even friendly atmosphere on his ship. He knows many interesting facts about Norway, which he shares with passengers. Nice time, amazing views. Very tasty reindeer soup prepared by Sachi, served for dinner on board the yacht. Plus snacks, hot drinks including wonderful hot chocolate. Thank you to the crew.”

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5.Fjord Cruise by Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 39 reviews · 3 hours · from $236 a seat Best value

Spend three hours aboard the Arctic Queen, a small yacht for up to 11 people, sailing from Tromsø toward Eidkjosen, Håkøya, Grindøya, and Sørbotn. You’ll receive a thermal suit, coffee, tea, snacks, and fish soup, with time to fish or help captain the boat. Kurt may serve as skipper and guide, though the crew can vary.

“Après-midi super géniale ! Conducteur du bateau super cool , notre enfant a apprécié faire le capitaine depuis le toît du bateau et pêcher des poissons , souvenirs inoubliables en plein milieu des fjords ! Merci merci et merci encore , Tusend Takk !”

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6.Midningtsun – Luxury Yacht Arctic Queen

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 26 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $279 a seat

Set out from Fredrik Langes gate at 10:00 pm for a small-group cruise around Tromsø and its nearby islands. Captain PS Larsen leads the outing aboard the Luxury Yacht Arctic Queen, with lunch, snacks, coffee, tea, and other beverages included. Alcohol is available to buy, and the cruise returns to its starting point.

“We loved the experience. Watching the midnight sun on board of this cruise was unique. Captain PS Larsen was exceptional from the beginning to the end. By the way, he makes the best fish soup in the world.”

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7.Fjordcruise – Luxury Yacht Arctic Queen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $241 a seat

Spend about three hours aboard the Arctic Queen, a small luxury yacht sailing from Tromsø toward Eidskjosen, Håkøya, Sørbotn, and Grindøya. Captain Kurt, Per, or another local guide may share stories, serve warm drinks and lunch, and help you try fishing. You can watch from the flybridge or warm up inside.

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8.Bergen to Hardangerfjord VIP car + private yacht Fjord cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 6 to 9 hours (approx.) · whole boat $6,300, up to 6

Leave your Bergen hotel with a private driver, stop at Fossen Bratte, then board M/Y Iselina Bella in Norheimsund for a four-hour Hardangerfjord cruise. Captain Svein takes you toward quiet Fyksesund, with snacks, drinks, wine, and beer included. Finish at Steinsdalsfossen, where you can walk behind the falls.

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9.Private yacht Cruise in Flåm and Gudvangen, Nærøyfjord

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 2 to 6 hours (approx.) · whole boat $8,000, up to 12

You and up to 11 companions cruise from Flåm or Aurland toward Gudvangen in a private yacht, with time for Undredal, Nærøyfjord, waterfalls, and Viking Valley. The captain can slow down, stop near waterfalls, arrange shellfish lunch, and return you to Flåm or Aurland. Drinks and snacks are included, but lunch costs extra.

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