Hurtigruten's Kong Harald
Norway's reigning monarch, a seasoned sailor, lends his name to this remarkable vessel.
MS Kong Harald was refurbished in 2016 and now features a modern, Arctic-inspired interior. On board are three different restaurants, the Multe bakery and ice cream bar, a sauna and fitness room. Out on deck you can enjoy the view from one of our two hot tubs. There is a comfortable bar at the front of the ship where you can enjoy a nice traditional drink.
The vessel also has a large compass area were you find the reception, the Expedition Team, conference room and shop. The top deck of the boat features a sun deck, observation saloon and panorama lounge, all of which provide splendid views of spectacular coastal scenery.
MS Kong Harald has its own on-board Expedition Team and serves as a university at sea. Interesting lectures inside the ship as well as out on the sun deck make this an exciting and educational journey. Topics depend on the season and the waters we sail in. The Expedition Team host a lecture programme and evening gatherings daily. Out on deck you can participate in live points of interest to learn more about the nature, culture and other phenomena we encounter along the coast. In addition, the Expedition Team will introduce you to the uniquely Norwegian notion of `friluftsliv´ (outdoor life), and encourage you take part in `friluftsliv´ hikes and activities during the journey.
Our dedicated Expedition Teams have one mission: to enhance your experience by engaging you and interpreting the nature, wildlife, and culture you encounter during the voyage.
Ship Data
- Rating
- Specialty
- Cruise Line
- Hurtigruten
- Preferred Cruise Line
Ship Profile & Stats
- Length
- 121.8 m
- Tonnage
- 11,204
- Maiden Voyage
- 1993
- Refurbished
- 2016
- Passenger Capacity (dbl)
- 590
- Crew Nationality
- Norwegian
- Officer Nationality
- Norwegian
- Dining Staff Nationality
- Norwegian
- Ship Registration
- Volkswerft (Germany)
Ship Facilities
- 2 Hot Tubs
- Conference Room
- Fitness Room
- Fritjof Nansen Bar/Club
- Games Arcade Room
- Leiv Eriksson Panoramic Lounge
- Martha-Salen Dining Room
- Multe Bakery & Ice Cream Bar
- Ottar Viking Panoramic Lounge
- Roald Amundsen Cafe
- Sauna
- Self Service Laundry Room
- Shops
- Snorre Sturlason Library
- Sun Deck
V J2D - Polar Outside
These comfortable, outside cabins for up to two people, midship on the upper deck, have double beds, a private shower/WC, TV, and tea and coffee-making facilities. The cabins have very limited or obstructed views.
V O2 - Polar Outside
These comfortable, outside cabins for up to two people on the middle deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa.
O3 - Polar Outside
These comfortable outside cabins for up to three people on the middle deck have separate upper/lower beds. One of the lower beds converts into a sofa.
V O3 - Polar Outside
These comfortable outside cabins for up to three people on the middle deck have separate upper/lower beds. One of the lower beds converts into a sofa.
N3 - Polar Outside
These comfortable, outside cabins for up to three people on the middle deck have separate upper/lower beds. One of the lower beds converts into a sofa.
V N3 - Polar Outside
These comfortable, outside cabins for up to three people on the middle deck have separate upper/lower beds. One of the lower beds converts into a sofa.
V N2 - Polar Outside
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the middle deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa.
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. The cabins have portholes, some with limited or no view.
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. The cabins have portholes, some with limited or no view.
V J3 - Polar Outside
These comfortable, outside cabins for up to three people on the upper or middle decks have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The cabins have limited or no view.
SD - Polar Outside
Wheelchair accessible rooms for up to two people with wider door and accessible WC. These comfortable, outside cabins for two people on the middle deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. (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 with wider door and accessible WC. These comfortable, outside cabins for two people on the middle deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. (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 U2D - Arctic Superior
These comfortable, outside, cabins for up to two people on the top/upper decks have double beds.
V P2D - Arctic Superior
These comfortable, outside cabins on the upper/middle decks have double bed.
V M3 - Expedition Suite
These elegant suites are situated on the upper deck with one or two rooms, seating area and TV.
M3 - Expedition Suite
These elegant suites are situated on the upper deck with one or two rooms, seating area and TV.
U2D - Arctic Superior
These comfortable, outside, cabins for up to two people on the top/upper decks have double beds.
P2D - Arctic Superior
These comfortable, outside cabins on the upper/middle decks have double bed.
O2 - Polar Outside
These comfortable, outside cabins for up to two people on the middle deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa.
N2 - Polar Outside
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the middle deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa.
L2 - Polar Outside
Our Polar Outside cabins are situated mostly on the middle or lower decks and all have bathrooms with shower/WC and flat-screen TVs. The cabins offer separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa, or upper and lower berths. All the cabins have individual specifications.
Cat L2 - Lower Deck for 2 Travellers: These comfortable, outside cabins for up to two people on the lower deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The cabins have portholes, some with limited or no view.
J2D - Polar Outside
These comfortable, outside cabins for up to two people, midship on the upper deck, have double beds, a private shower/WC, TV, and tea and coffee-making facilities. The cabins have very limited or obstructed views.
J3 - Polar Outside
These comfortable, outside cabins for up to three people on the upper or middle decks have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The cabins have limited or no view.
I2 - Polar Inside
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to two people on the lower deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa.
K3 - Polar Inside
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to three people on the upper deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa, and upper/lower berths.
- 2 Hot Tubs
- Conference Room
- Fitness Room
- Fritjof Nansen Bar/Club
- Games Arcade Room
- Leiv Eriksson Panoramic Lounge
- Martha-Salen Dining Room
- Multe Bakery & Ice Cream Bar
- Ottar Viking Panoramic Lounge
- Roald Amundsen Cafe
- Sauna
- Self Service Laundry Room
- Shops
- Snorre Sturlason Library
- Sun Deck