The MS Midnatsol (Midnight Sun) is dedicated to the wonders of Arctic summer. The ship sails along the Norwegian coast from May to September, and is part of our global Explorer sailings during the rest of the year.
MS Midnatsol has a strong environmental profile and modern design. The interior’s bright, colourful décor is inspired by Norway´s sunny warm days during summer, a motif reflected in many of the pieces of Norwegian∘ modern art on board. The ship is also a TV star, having been featured in the award-winning Norwegian television documentary, `Hurtigruten 365´. The vessel´s sun deck and hot tub are on deck 9. Key features on MS Midnatsol include the large, two-storey panorama lounge above the bow. Its wall-to-wall windows bathe the lounge in natural light and provide extraordinary views.
Hurtigruten continues to move boundaries for green technology: Through giant makeovers, three Hurtigruten vessels will be transformed to premium, hybrid powered expedition cruise ships.
With these new expedition cruise vessels, you will be able to explore Norway like never before, with all the comforts, facilities and expertise you need for creating a perfect adventure. Combined with groundbreaking∘ green technology, these ships will truly stand out, Hurtigruten CEO Daniel Skjeldam says.
As they are transformed into full-fledged premium expedition cruise ships, the current MS Midnatsol, will be renamed MS Eirik Raude in 2021.
Ship Calendar
Destination
Dec
Jan 2026
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May
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Aug
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Europe
Ship Details
Year Built
2003
Capacity
N/A
Meeting Rooms
N/A
Year Refurbished
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Elevators
N/A
Casino
N/A
Registry
N/A
Restaurants
N/A
Disco
N/A
Tonnage
15,000
Bars
N/A
Fitness Center
N/A
Cabins
N/A
Pools
N/A
Children's Program
N/A
Handicap Cabins
N/A
Theaters
N/A
Internet Cafe
N/A
Shops
N/A
Library
N/A
Spa
N/A
Ship Decks
Deck 9
Deck 9
Deck 8
Deck 8
Deck 7
Deck 7
Deck 6
Deck 6
Deck 5
Deck 5
Deck 4
Deck 4
Deck 3
Deck 3
Ship Cabins
Arctic Superior
Relaxation and comfort are the hallmarks of our Arctic superior cabins. Situated on both the upper and middle decks, the cabins have bathrooms with shower and WC. They are also equipped with tea and coffee-making facilities. Most have separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa, and some have double beds. All the cabins have individual specifications.
Arctic Superior
Arctic Superior (P2)
These comfortable, outside cabins for up to two people on the middle deck have a private bathroom and separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.Â
Arctic Superior (P2)
Arctic Superior (QJ)
Relaxation and comfort are the hallmarks of our Arctic superior cabins. Situated on both the upper and middle decks, the cabins have bathrooms with shower and WC. They are also equipped with tea and coffee-making facilities. Most have separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa, and some have double beds. All the cabins have individual specifications.
Most of these large, comfortable cabins∘ with single beds on the middle or upper decks have sofa groups. They all have a private bathroom, TV and minibar. The cabins have limited or no view.
Arctic Superior (QJ)
Arctic Superior (U2)
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the top/upper decks have a private bathroom and double or separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.Â
Arctic Superior (U2)
Arctic Superior Large Cabin on Middle Deck
Relaxation and comfort are the hallmarks of our Arctic superior cabins. Situated on both the upper and middle decks, the cabins have bathrooms with shower and WC. They are also equipped with tea and coffee-making facilities. Most have separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa, and some have double beds. All the cabins have individual specifications.
Most of these large, comfortable cabins with single beds on the middle or upper decks have sofa groups. They all have a private bathroom, TV and minibar. The cabins have limited or no view.
Arctic Superior Large Cabin on Middle Deck
Arctic Superior Middle Deck for 2 Travellers
These comfortable, outside cabins for up to two people on the middle deck have a private bathroom and separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.
Arctic Superior Middle Deck for 2 Travellers
Arctic Superior Upper deck for 2 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the top/upper decks have a private bathroom and double or separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.
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. Located on deck 6, 7 and 8.
Expedition Suite
Expedition Suite (M2)
These elegant suites are on the upper deck with a seating area, bathroom, TV and minibar. Some have a private balcony.
Expedition Suite (M2)
Expedition Suite (MG)
These exclusive suites have a seating area, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, stereo, internet access, bathroom and minibar. Some of the suites also have bathtubs, and a private balcony or bay window.
Expedition Suite (MG)
Expedition Suite (MX)
These exclusive suites are situated on the upper decks. The suites have two rooms, a seating area and dining table, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, stereo, internet access, bathroom, minibar and private balcony. Travel the best way possible!
Expedition Suite (MX)
Expedition Suite (Q2)
These comfortable suites on the middle or upper decks have double beds and most have sofa groups as well. The suites also have a TV, internet access, a bathroom, minibar, and a great view.Â
Expedition Suite (Q2)
Grand suite on upper deck
These exclusive suites have a seating area, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, stereo, internet access, bathroom and minibar. Some of the suites also have bathtubs, and a private balcony or bay window.
Grand suite on upper deck
Grand Suite
1 room, full-sized bed, seating area, TV , minibar, safe, bay window or veranda
Grand Suite
Inside Cabin
2-bed cabin with a bed and sofa bed or bunk beds
Inside Cabin
Mini Suite on middle deck
These comfortable suites on the middle or upper decks have double beds and most have sofa groups as well. The suites also have a TV, internet access, a bathroom, minibar, and a great view.
Mini Suite on middle deck
Minisuite
QJ: 2-bed cabin with separate beds or a single full-sized bed, seating area, TV , minibar, limited view
Q: 1 room, full-sized bed, seating area, TV , minibar
Minisuite
Outside Cabin
2- or 3-bed cabin with a bed and sofa bed.
Categories L & J have limited or no view.
Categories J & U have a 3-bed cabin with a bunk bed.
Outside Cabin
Owners Suite
With two rooms, a seating and dining table. Owners suites also contain a television, stereo, Internet access, mini-bar, private balcony.
Owners Suite
Polar Inside
Our cosy Polar inside cabins are on all decks. All the cabins have bathrooms with shower/WC. Most of the cabins have separate beds, with one doubling as a sofa. Others are equipped with upper and lower berths. All the cabins have individual specifications.
Polar Inside
Polar Inside (I2)
Our cosy Polar inside cabins are on all decks. All the cabins have bathrooms with shower/WC. Most of the cabins have separate beds, with one doubling as a sofa. Others are equipped with upper∘ and lower berths. All the cabins have individual specifications.
Polar Inside (I2)
Polar Inside Middle Deck for 2 Passengers
Our cosy Polar inside cabins are on all decks. All the cabins have bathrooms with shower/WC. Most of the cabins have separate beds, with one doubling as a sofa. Others are equipped with upper and lower berths. All the cabins have individual specifications.
Polar Inside Middle Deck for 2 Passengers
Polar Outside
Our Polar outside cabins are situated mostly on the middle or lower decks and all have bathrooms with shower/WC. They have separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa, or upper and lower berths. All the cabins have individual specifications.
Polar Outside
Polar Outside (J2)
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the upper deck have private bathrooms and separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The cabins have limited or no view.Â
Polar Outside (J2)
Polar Outside (L2)
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the lower deck have private bathrooms and separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The cabins have portholes, some with limited or no view.Â
Polar Outside (L2)
Polar Outside (N2)
Our Polar outside cabins are situated mostly on the middle or lower decks and all have bathrooms with shower/WC. They have separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa, or upper and lower berths. All the cabins have individual∘ specifications.
These standard outside cabins for two people on the middle decks have separate beds and private bathrooms.Â
Polar Outside (N2)
Polar Outside (O2)
These standard outside cabins on the lower or middle decks have separate beds and private bathrooms.Â
Polar Outside (O2)
Polar Outside Lower Deck for 2 Travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the lower deck have private bathrooms and separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The cabins have portholes, some with limited or no view.
Polar Outside Lower Deck for 2 Travellers
Polar Outside Lower or Middle Deck for 2 Travellers
These standard outside cabins on the lower or middle decks have separate beds and private bathrooms.
Polar Outside Lower or Middle Deck for 2 Travellers
Polar Outside Middle Deck for 2 Passengers
Our Polar outside cabins are situated mostly on the middle or lower decks and all have bathrooms with shower/WC. They have separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa, or upper and lower berths. All the cabins have individual specifications.
These standard outside cabins for two people on the middle decks have separate beds and private bathrooms.Â
Polar Outside Middle Deck for 2 Passengers
Polar Outside Upper Deck for 2 Travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the upper deck have private bathrooms and separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The cabins have limited or no view.
Polar Outside Upper Deck for 2 Travellers
Suite
Containing one or two rooms, with a seating area, TV, and mini-bar. Some also come with private balcony.
Suite
Suite on upper deck
These elegant suites are on the upper deck with a seating area, bathroom, TV and minibar. Some have a private balcony.
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