September 23, 2026
3-Night ['Mainland Norway'] Cruise
Departing from Svolvær
From
$703
Price / day
$234
MS Nordkapp|mv Minerva
MS Nordkapp vs mv Minerva
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
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Newer Ship
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
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More Spacious Ship
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MS Nordkapp vs mv Minerva: Quick Comparison
MS Nordkapp and mv Minerva both entered service in 1996. mv Minerva is approximately 13% larger by gross tonnage at 12,892 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 Nordkapp | mv Minerva |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1996 | 1996 |
| Gross Tonnage | 11,386 GT | 12,892 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | — | 350 |
| Space per Passenger | — | 36.8 GT |
| Length | 123.3 m | 133.55 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: MS Nordkapp vs mv Minerva
Age
MS Nordkapp and mv Minerva were both built in 1996.
Size
At 12,892 GT, mv Minerva is approximately 13% larger by gross tonnage than MS Nordkapp at 11,386 GT.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MS Nordkapp (['Mainland Norway']) and mv Minerva currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
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 Nordkapp
September 24, 2026
2-Night ['Mainland Norway'] Cruise
Departing from Tromso
From
$546
Price / day
$273
mv Minerva
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MS Nordkapp
Average
$254 / day
VS
mv Minerva
Average
$0 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MS Nordkapp if…
- You want to sail in ['Mainland Norway'].
- Departing from Svolvær and Tromso works for your plans.
Choose mv Minerva if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
MS Nordkapp vs mv Minerva: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Both ships are the same
Bigger
mv Minerva
12,892 GT
13% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Both ships were built in 1996.
- mv Minerva is 13% larger by gross tonnage.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, MS Nordkapp or mv Minerva?
mv Minerva is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 12,892 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 Svolvær and Tromso.
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