MS Eirik Raude
Why cruise on this ship?
MS Eirik Raude is designed to explore the magnificent Norwegian coast and polar areas in ultimate comfort, with advanced equipment and a sustainable profile.
MS Eirik Raude (MS Midnatsol prior to the makeover) is named for the Viking explorer, also known as Eric the Red. He discovered, named and settled Greenland in the 10th century.
Dining
Our three onboard restaurants have menus drawn from Norwegian traditions, as well as international cuisine. Whether enjoying your meal at Aune Main Dining, Fredheim – the informal international meeting place, or the specialty restaurant Lindstrøm, you can expect honest and delicious cuisine that reflects our destinations.
Aune Main Dining
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- Experience: Cover
- Food type: Varies
Fredheim
More information coming soon.
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- Experience: Cover
- Food type: Varies
Lindstrøm
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- Experience: Cover
- Food type: Varies
Entertaining
An explorer voyage with Hurtigruten is rigged towards maximizing your experiences of the places we are going to. On days when we are not landing we encourage you to spend as much time as possible out on deck. Join our educational talks and lectures at different locations on board.
A travel experience is often much richer if you have knowledge and understanding about the nature, wildlife, culture and history of your destination.
Our Expedition team will make sure you are well prepared for the experiences ahead of you. They will also re-capitulate and answer questions in hindsight. You will not find bingo, arcade games and entertainment theatres often found on conventional cruise ships.
Our aim is to get you closer to unique environments and to allow you to share the experience with your fellow travellers. Occasionally there may be some light entertainment on board in the evenings.
Observation Lounge
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- Lounge
Library
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- Library
Outdoor Decks
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- Observation Point
Shop
In our on-board shop you can buy modern clothing suitable for your voyage. Our Expedition Team will be happy to give you expert advice on how to dress properly.
We offer a great range of both warm and practical clothing, and we focus on fabrics with natural fibres. We also offer souvenirs, handicrafts, and postcards. In addition, we also stock a small selection of soap, toothpaste and other personal effects.
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- Shop
Resident photographers
Our on board photographer will be there to assist guests in the use of their photo equipment and to help improve their photo skills.
To enhance the experience of the places we explore, we use photography actively with our guests.
Slideshow shared on board before the end of the voyage and made available for all guests in an Expedition Log Book (includes a selection of photos as well as the Daily Programmes, Expedition Team biographies, Maps from the voyage and more for sharing/download).
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- Photographers
Artworks
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- Art Gallery
Enrichment
Enjoy a lecture on the ship's deck or in one of the conference rooms and learn something new.
Science Center
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- Education
- Study
Onboard Expedition Team
MS Eirik Raude has its own on-board Expedition Team and serves as a virtual university at sea. Interesting lectures, presentations and activities indoors as well as out on deck make for exciting and educational journeys. Topics depend on the season and waters we sail in. The Expedition Team hosts a lecture and presentations programme and evening gatherings daily.
Out on deck you can take part in live points of interest sessions to learn more about the nature, culture and other phenomena we encounter during the cruise. In addition, the Expedition Team will introduce you to the uniquely Norwegian notion of `friluftsliv’ (outdoor life) and encourage you join in hikes and activities during the journey. We provide the basic gear needed.
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- Wildlife & Nature
- Expeditions
Lectures
The ship’s experienced lecturers’ command an in-depth knowledge of the areas in which we sail. They will conduct, on a regular basis, lectures on topics such as biology, history and geology throughout the voyage.
The lecturing schedule will be announced every day in the on board daily program.
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- Lectures
Shore excursions
We offer a selection of excursions that can be pre-booked with only remaining places sold on board. We do advise that you book well in advance in order to avoid disappointment due to the excursion being fully booked.
Please note that registration is binding and once on board the Expedition Team will advise you of booking deadlines for excursions still available. Our excursions have English speaking guides unless otherwise indicated and other languages cannot be guaranteed.
Excursions are subject to cancellation due to weather conditions and dependent on number of participants. All excursions are subject to availability.
Along with the optional excursions available to book, the Expedition Team also arrange a variety of activities during the voyage. These will depend on location and season, but may include hiking, snowshoeing and kayaking. These activities are booked on board and subject to availability.
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- Excursions
- Wildlife & Nature
Health and fitness
Keep yourself feeling fresh and active in the Fitness Room or sweating away the day in the sauna.
Gym and wellness
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- Spa
- Gym
- Wellness
Kids and teens
There is a playroom available for children.Accommodation
Norway´s stunning scenery is reflected in the ship´s interior design. Comfortable cabins and suites feature natural Scandinavian materials, such as granite, oak, birch and wool.
Owners Suite on the upper deck
Two-room suites on deck 8 that sleeps up to two people, with a TV, internet access, and private balcony.
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- Double or Twin Configuration
- Shower
- TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Grand suite on the upper deck
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- Double or Twin Configuration
- Shower
- TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Suite on the upper decks
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- Double or Twin Configuration
- Shower
- TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Mini suite
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- Double or Twin Configuration
- Shower
- TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Arctic Superior Outside Cabins
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- Double or Twin Configuration
- Shower
- TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Polar Outside Cabins
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- Double or Twin Configuration
- Shower
- Free Mini Bar
- TV
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Deck plans
Deck 3
- Expedition launch
Deck 4
- Gangway
- Reception
- Luggage
Deck 5
- Aune restaurant
- Shop
- Lindstrom restaurant
- Fredheim restaurant
- Science center
Deck 6
- Outdoor walking deck
Deck 7
- Gym
- Wellness / Sauna
Deck 8
- Expedition team
- Explorer lounge & bar
Deck 9
- Observation deck
- Hot tubs
- Outdoor gym
- Outdoor BBQ
