Hurtigruten, the Norwegian expedition cruise line, will offer winter sailings from the Port of Dover as part of their new Norway Expedition 2021-22 programme.

Available from October 2021 to March 2022, Maud, currently trading as Trollfjord and to be rebuilt with three other ships of the line – will sail on the 14 night cruise along the coast of Norway and offering more time in familiar and new ports.

“In addition, there will be more expedition team members onboard, who will be on hand to share their knowledge of the Norwegian coastline and help guests find their inner explorer on and offshore,” the company said in a statement.

Anthony Daniels, Hurtigruten UK MD, said: “We are delighted to launch our first ever season from Dover. This new route offers a truly exceptional way for guests to explore the coast of Norway and experience the Northern Lights all at the convenience and comfort of a UK departure. Not only will we take guests to new highlights, but with an increased presence of Expedition team leaders onboard we will help new and existing guest to become immersed in the rich wildlife and cultural offering of Norway.”