September 4, 2026
5-Night Mainland Norway Cruise
Departing from Kirkenes
From
$7,088
Price / day
$1,418
MS Midnatsol|MS Nordkapp
MS Midnatsol vs MS Nordkapp
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
MS Midnatsol
Built in 2003
7 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
MS Midnatsol vs MS Nordkapp: Quick Comparison
MS Midnatsol is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2003, it is 7 years newer than MS Nordkapp, which entered service in 1996. MS Midnatsol is approximately 42% larger by gross tonnage at 16,151 GT. MS Nordkapp 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 Midnatsol | MS Nordkapp |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2003Newer | 1996 |
| Gross Tonnage | 16,151 GT | 11,386 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,000 | — |
| Space per Passenger | 16.2 GT | — |
| Length | 135.75 m | 123.3 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: MS Midnatsol vs MS Nordkapp
Age
MS Midnatsol was built in 2003, making it 7 years newer than MS Nordkapp, which was built in 1996.
Size
At 16,151 GT, MS Midnatsol is approximately 42% larger by gross tonnage than MS Nordkapp at 11,386 GT.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MS Midnatsol and MS Nordkapp (Mainland Norway) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
MS Nordkapp
The Coastal Express – South
- Departure Port
- Kirkenes
- Region
- Mainland Norway
- Nights
- 5
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Kirkenes
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026Vardø
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026Båtsfjord
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Hammerfest
- Day 5 · Sep 8, 2026Tromso
- Day 6 · Sep 9, 2026Svolvær
- Day 7 · Sep 10, 2026Harstad
- Day 8 · Sep 11, 2026Sortland
- Day 9 · Sep 12, 2026Stokmarknes
- Day 10 · Sep 13, 2026Brønnøysund
- Day 11 · Sep 14, 2026Bodø
- Day 12 · Sep 15, 2026Sandnessjøen
- Day 13 · Sep 16, 2026Rørvik
- Day 14 · Sep 17, 2026Trondheim
- Day 15 · Sep 18, 2026Kristiansund
- Day 16 · Sep 19, 2026Molde
- Day 17 · Sep 20, 2026Bergen
- Day 18 · Sep 21, 2026Alesund
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
MS Midnatsol
MS Nordkapp
September 4, 2026
2-Night Mainland Norway Cruise
Departing from Kirkenes
From
$684
Price / day
$342
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MS Midnatsol
Average
$0 / day
VS
MS Nordkapp
Average
$880 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MS Midnatsol if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
Choose MS Nordkapp if…
- You want to sail in Mainland Norway.
- Departing from Kirkenes works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than MS Midnatsol.
MS Midnatsol vs MS Nordkapp: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MS Midnatsol
Built in 2003
7 years newer
Bigger
MS Midnatsol
16,151 GT
42% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- MS Midnatsol is 7 years newer.
- MS Midnatsol is 42% larger by gross tonnage.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MS Midnatsol or MS Nordkapp?
MS Midnatsol is newer. It was built in 2003, while MS Nordkapp was built in 1996, making MS Midnatsol 7 years newer.
Which is bigger, MS Midnatsol or MS Nordkapp?
MS Midnatsol is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 16,151 GT compared with MS Nordkapp at 11,386 GT.
Where does MS Nordkapp sail?
The upcoming MS Nordkapp sailings currently listed cover Mainland Norway, departing from Kirkenes.
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