September 4, 2026
1-Night Mainland Norway Cruise
Departing from Trondheim
From
$656
Price / day
$656
MS Kong Harald|MS Nordlys
MS Kong Harald vs MS Nordlys
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
MS Kong Harald
Hurtigruten
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Newer Ship
MS Nordlys
Built in 1994
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
MS Nordlys
$492 / day
$98 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
MS Kong Harald vs MS Nordlys: Quick Comparison
MS Nordlys is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1994, it is 1 year newer than MS Kong Harald, which entered service in 1993. MS Kong Harald has upcoming sailings in Mainland Norway, while MS Nordlys has sailings in ['Mainland Norway']. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, MS Nordlys 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 Nordlys |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1993 | 1994Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 11,204 GT | 11,204 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | — | — |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 121.8 m | 121.8 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: MS Kong Harald vs MS Nordlys
Age
MS Nordlys was built in 1994, making it 1 year newer than MS Kong Harald, which was built in 1993.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MS Kong Harald (Mainland Norway) and MS Nordlys (['Mainland Norway']) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, MS Nordlys has the lower average starting price per day at $492 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 Nordlys
Arctic Capital to the Norwegian Border
- Departure Port
- Tromso
- Region
- ['Mainland Norway']
- Nights
- 2
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 23, 2026Tromso
- Day 2 · Sep 24, 2026Skjervøy
- 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 Nordlys
September 23, 2026
2-Night ['Mainland Norway'] Cruise
Departing from Tromso
From
$678
Price / day
$339
September 25, 2026
5-Night ['Mainland Norway'] Cruise
Departing from Kirkenes
From
$3,219
Price / day
$644
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MS Kong Harald
Average
$590 / day
VS
MS Nordlys
Average
$492 / day
MS Nordlys has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$492/day vs $590/day
About $98 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 Nordlys.
Choose MS Nordlys if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in ['Mainland Norway'].
- Departing from Tromso and Kirkenes works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
MS Kong Harald vs MS Nordlys: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MS Nordlys
Built in 1994
1 year newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
MS Nordlys
$492 / day
About $98 less per day
- MS Nordlys is 1 year newer.
- Both ships have the same gross tonnage.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MS Kong Harald or MS Nordlys?
MS Nordlys is newer. It was built in 1994, while MS Kong Harald was built in 1993, making MS Nordlys 1 year newer.
Which ship is cheaper, MS Kong Harald or MS Nordlys?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, MS Nordlys has the lower average starting price per day at $492 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 Nordlys sail?
The upcoming MS Nordlys sailings currently listed cover ['Mainland Norway'], departing from Tromso and Kirkenes.
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