September 4, 2026
1-Night Mainland Norway Cruise
Departing from Trondheim
From
$656
Price / day
$656
MS Lofoten|MS Kong Harald
MS Lofoten vs MS Kong Harald
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
MS Lofoten
Hurtigruten
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Newer Ship
MS Kong Harald
Built in 1993
29 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
MS Lofoten vs MS Kong Harald: Quick Comparison
MS Kong Harald is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1993, it is 29 years newer than MS Lofoten, which entered service in 1964. MS Kong Harald is approximately 327% larger by gross tonnage at 11,204 GT. MS Kong Harald has upcoming sailings in Mainland Norway. 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 Lofoten | MS Kong Harald |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1964 | 1993Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 2,621 GT | 11,204 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 400 | — |
| Space per Passenger | 6.6 GT | — |
| Length | 87.41 m | 121.8 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: MS Lofoten vs MS Kong Harald
Age
MS Kong Harald was built in 1993, making it 29 years newer than MS Lofoten, which was built in 1964.
Size
At 11,204 GT, MS Kong Harald is approximately 327% larger by gross tonnage than MS Lofoten at 2,621 GT.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MS Lofoten and MS Kong Harald (Mainland Norway) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
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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.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
MS Lofoten
MS Kong Harald
September 5, 2026
11-Night Mainland Norway Cruise
Departing from Bergen
From
$5,767
Price / day
$524
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MS Lofoten
Average
$0 / day
VS
MS Kong Harald
Average
$590 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MS Lofoten if…
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than MS Kong Harald.
Choose MS Kong Harald if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You want to sail in Mainland Norway.
- Departing from Trondheim and Bergen works for your plans.
MS Lofoten vs MS Kong Harald: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MS Kong Harald
Built in 1993
29 years newer
Bigger
MS Kong Harald
11,204 GT
327% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- MS Kong Harald is 29 years newer.
- MS Kong Harald is 327% larger by gross tonnage.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MS Lofoten or MS Kong Harald?
MS Kong Harald is newer. It was built in 1993, while MS Lofoten was built in 1964, making MS Kong Harald 29 years newer.
Which is bigger, MS Lofoten or MS Kong Harald?
MS Kong Harald is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 11,204 GT compared with MS Lofoten at 2,621 GT.
Where does MS Kong Harald sail?
The upcoming MS Kong Harald sailings currently listed cover Mainland Norway, departing from Trondheim and Bergen.
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