Hurtigruten has revamped its coastal product to include new expedition style voyages and a la carte dining, as well as new excursions and private transfer options.

From January 1 next year, three of the cruise line’s coastal ships (the Nordnorge, MS Nordkapp and MS Nordlys) will operate along the same coastal route as their sister ships, but will be dedicated to a new concept, combining elements of the existing coastal and explorer programmes.

All three ships will offer all the activities and services on a Hurtigruten voyage but with an expedition team on board, who will be offering a series of hikes in selected ports as well as daily lectures about flora and fauna, fishing traditions, polar and Viking history as well as geology, glaciology and climate.

Prices for the three ships will be the same as for the rest of the coastal fleet, with the lectures included. A hiking pass will cost extra and payable locally.

In addition to the hikes being offered on the explorer style voyages, there are three new additional hiking excursions offered on all ships including a ‘Mountain hike with husky’ in Kirkenes (£80), ‘Hiking Mount Fløien’ (£40) and ‘Mountain hike in the Lofoten Islands’ (£61).

A Sami reindeer sleighing trip including an overnight stay in the traditional Sami Lavvo (tent) near Tromso (£308).

Alternatively, those embarking or disembarking in Tromso can also book a full day tour of Sommarøy Island for £226 per person.

The UNESCO World Heritage site of Røros can be enjoyed on a detour from Trondheim to Oslo. The trip including travel and two nights on bed and breakfast basis costs £279 per person.

A new a la carte dining option has been implemented on nine of the coastal ships. Most voyages are based on half or full-board. The a la carte option is only bookable on-board with supplements from £16. It is not currently available on MS Lofoten or MS Vesterålen.

The cruise line has changed it cabin categorisation system. Guests booking a suite will also now get wine included with dinner and private transfers (Bergen only) as well as an upgraded amenity kit. Those booking a superior cabin can also arrange private transfers, but at an additional cost.

The new programme includes winter trips to search for the Northern Lights, and year-round departures, including trips along the coast.

A Classic Voyage North from Bergen to Kirkenes, departing on MS Kong Harald on November 21, 2016 costs from £689 per person on full board basis. Flights cost from an additional £395 per person.

Bookings made by July 31, 2015 will receive £160 per person on-board credit, to spend during their voyage.

For more information call 0208 846 2666 or visit hurtigruten.co.uk/agents