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I Spent 5 Days on Norway’s Winter Coastal Cruise

Walk With Me Tim
Walk With Me Tim
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👁️ 726K views📅 7 months ago⏱️ 44:19

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Editorial Summary

The creator documents a five day winter cruise along Norway's coastal express, traveling from Bergen to Kirkenes. The journey highlights the unique nature of the vessel, which functions as both a cruise ship and a passenger ferry. Much of the footage focuses on a luxury suite featuring a corner fireplace, a large bathroom, and a private balcony with a hot tub. The creator explores various onboard amenities, including the dining options, the gym, and the social areas designed to maximize views of the Norwegian fjords. The itinerary includes stops in Olso and Trondheim, where the creator participates in local excursions such as climbing for city views and visiting Christmas markets. A significant highlight of the trip is the ceremonial crossing of the Arctic Circle, which involves a traditional ice ritual. The creator also experiences themed dining, such as a Viking dinner and a specialized king crab meal. Ultimately, the creator concludes that while the cruise is expensive, the experience offers high value through its intimate atmosphere, exceptional scenery, and the ability to explore the Arctic landscape.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Viking Cruise Lines
Seriously Tasty
All-time creator consensus for Viking Cruise Lines
A Nibble

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)Northern_europe · Winter · 5 nightsFrom Bergen

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Creator's Key Takeaways

This is Norway's legendary coastal express. Sailing deep into the Arctic winter, frozen fjords, remote villages, and raw Scandinavian beauty.

There's only two of these suites on board. It even comes with its own fireplace, a bath and a separate shower, a separate bedroom, a dining room area, a living room area.

The whole thing about this cruise is about taking in the incredible scenery and of course to relax.

It's very expensive for what you get. Is it worth it? There's only two of these suites on board.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book the earliest dinner slot to avoid crowds
Explore ports independently without booking excursions

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cold weather and Arctic conditionsDress warmly and use the ship's notifications for northern lights
Cost of excursions and upsellsExplore independently to save money

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to sail on Norway's winter coastal cruise?
QIs the expensive suite worth the cost?
QHow can travelers prepare for Arctic winter conditions?

Topics Covered

Ship Condition3½ Happy BaconCrowd Capacity4 Happy BaconItinerary Route3½ Happy BaconCabin Suite4½ Happy BaconDining Main3 Happy BaconService Crew4 Happy BaconPool Deck3½ Happy BaconValue Pricing1½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Trumso3 Happy Bacon
Kirkeness4 Happy Bacon
Olund3½ Happy Bacon
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