September 4, 2026
1-Night Mainland Norway Cruise
Departing from Trondheim
From
$656
Price / day
$656
MS Kong Harald|MS Nordkapp
MS Kong Harald vs MS Nordkapp
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
MS Kong Harald
Hurtigruten
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Newer Ship
MS Nordkapp
Built in 1996
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
MS Nordkapp
$254 / day
$336 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
MS Kong Harald vs MS Nordkapp: Quick Comparison
MS Nordkapp is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1996, it is 3 years newer than MS Kong Harald, which entered service in 1993. MS Nordkapp is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage at 11,386 GT. MS Kong Harald has upcoming sailings in Mainland Norway, while MS Nordkapp has sailings in ['Mainland Norway']. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, MS Nordkapp has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | MS Kong Harald | MS Nordkapp |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1993 | 1996Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 11,204 GT | 11,386 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | — | — |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 121.8 m | 123.3 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: MS Kong Harald vs MS Nordkapp
Age
MS Nordkapp was built in 1996, making it 3 years newer than MS Kong Harald, which was built in 1993.
Size
At 11,386 GT, MS Nordkapp is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage than MS Kong Harald at 11,204 GT.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MS Kong Harald (Mainland Norway) and MS Nordkapp (['Mainland Norway']) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, MS Nordkapp has the lower average starting price per day at $254 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
MS Kong Harald
Viking Capital to the West Fjords
- Departure Port
- Trondheim
- Region
- Mainland Norway
- Nights
- 1
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Trondheim
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026Bergen
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
MS Nordkapp
Lofoten to the Norwegian Border
- Departure Port
- Svolvær
- Region
- ['Mainland Norway']
- Nights
- 3
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 23, 2026Svolvær
- Day 2 · Sep 24, 2026Tromso
- Day 3 · Sep 25, 2026Honningsvåg
- Day 4 · Sep 26, 2026Båtsfjord
- Day 5 · Sep 27, 2026Kirkenes
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
MS Kong Harald
September 5, 2026
11-Night Mainland Norway Cruise
Departing from Bergen
From
$5,767
Price / day
$524
MS Nordkapp
September 23, 2026
3-Night ['Mainland Norway'] Cruise
Departing from Svolvær
From
$703
Price / day
$234
September 24, 2026
2-Night ['Mainland Norway'] Cruise
Departing from Tromso
From
$546
Price / day
$273
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MS Kong Harald
Average
$590 / day
VS
MS Nordkapp
Average
$254 / day
MS Nordkapp has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$254/day vs $590/day
About $336 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown and may not represent like-for-like itineraries.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MS Kong Harald if…
- You want to sail in Mainland Norway.
- Departing from Trondheim and Bergen works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than MS Nordkapp.
Choose MS Nordkapp if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You want to sail in ['Mainland Norway'].
- Departing from Svolvær and Tromso works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
MS Kong Harald vs MS Nordkapp: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MS Nordkapp
Built in 1996
3 years newer
Bigger
MS Nordkapp
11,386 GT
2% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
MS Nordkapp
$254 / day
About $336 less per day
- MS Nordkapp is 3 years newer.
- MS Nordkapp is 2% larger by gross tonnage.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MS Kong Harald or MS Nordkapp?
MS Nordkapp is newer. It was built in 1996, while MS Kong Harald was built in 1993, making MS Nordkapp 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, MS Kong Harald or MS Nordkapp?
MS Nordkapp is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 11,386 GT compared with MS Kong Harald at 11,204 GT.
Which ship is cheaper, MS Kong Harald or MS Nordkapp?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, MS Nordkapp has the lower average starting price per day at $254 per day versus $590 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does MS Kong Harald sail?
The upcoming MS Kong Harald sailings currently listed cover Mainland Norway, departing from Trondheim and Bergen.
Where does MS Nordkapp sail?
The upcoming MS Nordkapp sailings currently listed cover ['Mainland Norway'], departing from Svolvær and Tromso.
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