MS Polarlys Cruise: a unique polar adventure
Arctic Splendors and Maritime Charm aboard the MS Polarlys
Built in 1996 and renovated in 2016, the MS Polarlys embodies the authentic spirit of Norwegian coastal navigation. This Hurtigruten ship, whose name means “polar light,” evokes the magic of the northern lights and Arctic nights. On board the MS Polarlys, each voyage becomes a poetic experience where Scandinavian elegance and a warm atmosphere combine to offer travelers unforgettable moments.
Sanctuaries of serenity at sea
Cabins with Nordic charm
The cabins on the MS Polarlys are designed to combine comfort, functionality, and aesthetic appeal in a refined and elegant setting. They feature bright Scandinavian design, enhanced by warm textiles and modern finishes that invite complete relaxation. The suites with panoramic windows offer a constant view of the ocean and fjords, while the more intimate cabins create a soothing and peaceful atmosphere, ideal for recharging after a full day of discoveries.
Panoramic and convivial spaces
The common areas on the MS Polarlys are conceived as places for meeting and sharing, where elegance meets friendly conviviality. The panoramic lounge, bathed in natural light through its immense windows, becomes a privileged refuge to read, attend an inspiring conference, or contemplate the natural spectacle of the voyage. The bars, elegant and cozy, invite social exchanges between passengers and help create warm connections around a drink in a relaxed atmosphere.
Outdoor decks and endless horizons
Outside, the MS Polarlys offers a grand and ever-changing spectacle. Its spacious decks allow passengers to breathe in the fresh and invigorating sea air, and to immerse themselves fully in the striking grandeur of the Norwegian landscapes. Watching a northern lights display, a winter sunrise, or the steep cliffs of the fjords from these terraces is a truly memorable experience, leaving travelers with a lasting impression of eternity.
Maritime flavors on the MS Polarlys
Restaurant with gourmet panoramas
The main restaurant of the MS Polarlys combines refined gastronomy and breathtaking panoramas, offering a truly sensory and visual experience. The chefs, passionate about Norway’s rich culinary traditions, work with local products from both the sea and the land, carefully selected for their freshness and authentic quality. Each menu reflects the landscapes crossed, celebrates the seasons and northern traditions, all enhanced by the majestic and grand setting of the fjords.
Tastes of the journey
On the MS Polarlys, meals are not simple gourmet pauses but genuine, elegant, and refined extensions of the voyage. Enjoying freshly caught fish before the magnificent snowy fjords or sharing a traditional local dish under the Arctic summer sun creates a subtle harmony between flavors and surrounding landscapes. These moments at the table reinforce conviviality, encourage meaningful exchanges, and add an invaluable human dimension to the entire journey.
Bars and relaxed evenings
The bars of the MS Polarlys extend the pleasures of the day with grace, simplicity, and warmth. In the afternoon, they welcome travelers for a comforting coffee break facing the ocean, while in the evening, the atmosphere softens and takes on a touch of intimacy. The dim lights, discreet music, and gentle murmur of conversations create the perfect framework for relaxing, reliving the day’s memorable highlights, and savoring the ship’s unique ambiance, balanced between serenity and conviviality.
Exceptional stopovers and moments
Meeting Nordic cultures
The stopovers of the MS Polarlys open a privileged doorway into the soul of Norway and its traditions. Each stop allows travelers to visit villages where fishing is still at the heart of daily life, admire centuries-old wooden churches, or discover artisanal know-how preserved through generations. These authentic encounters with locals add a rare depth to the journey, transforming each stop into a vivid and enriching cultural immersion.
Serenity along the journey
Between two discoveries, sailing aboard the MS Polarlys becomes an experience of absolute calm and peaceful contemplation. Passengers enjoy the soothing silence of the glass-walled lounges, settle comfortably to read or quietly meditate, and let the passing landscapes feed their thoughts and imagination. The ship’s gentle rolling and the constant closeness of the sea encourage an intimate reconnection with oneself and with the majestic nature surrounding the voyage.
Gentle and enriching activities
In the evening, the MS Polarlys offers carefully designed activities intended to nurture the mind without ever breaking the ambient tranquility. Passionate experts lead captivating lectures on Arctic wildlife, maritime history, or the natural phenomena characteristic of the region. Documentary screenings and warm exchanges with the knowledgeable crew complement these moments, offering passengers an educational and cultural dimension that enhances the entire travel experience.
Radiant itineraries of the MS Polarlys
Fjords and endless horizons
The MS Polarlys sails along itineraries that rank among the most spectacular in the world, offering travelers a constant immersion into the majestic grandeur of Norway. The fjords reveal their steep cliffs, breathtaking waterfalls, and picturesque villages nestled in maritime valleys, like jewels carefully protected by nature. These landscapes, shifting with the seasons, reveal at times snow-covered panoramas, at other times lush green horizons, each with its own distinctive charm.
Local immersion at each stopover
Every stop of the MS Polarlys is a privileged opportunity to dive deeper into the local culture and to discover the authenticity of Norwegian daily life. Passengers savor specialties such as smoked salmon or brown cheese, meet passionate artisans who preserve ancient traditions, and experience customs anchored in local life. These moments of sharing bring an added depth to the journey and strengthen the connection with an authentic and vibrant Norway.
Magic of Northern Lights
The MS Polarlys offers travelers luminous spectacles of incomparable beauty, magnifying every crossing. In winter, the sky blazes with the mysterious and colorful dances of the northern lights, creating an almost surreal atmosphere, while in summer, the midnight sun floods the fjords with a golden brilliance that never fades. These moments, experienced from the decks or panoramic lounges, leave poetic and deeply fascinating memories, etched permanently into one’s heart.
Voyages Aqua Terra, the elegance of tailor-made guidance
Personalized advice and attentive expertise
With Voyages Aqua Terra, a cruise aboard the MS Polarlys becomes an extraordinary experience perfectly adapted to your desires and your own unique rhythm. The advisors, true connoisseurs of the itineraries and the elegant ship, accompany every stage of your preparation with professionalism and gentle delicacy. They ensure that your expectations are met with accuracy and attentive care, offering complete and total serene tranquility from the very beginning of the travel planning.
Privileges and refined attentions
Voyages Aqua Terra brings an additional touch of distinction, comfort, and serene luxury to your extraordinary journey. Thanks to exclusive services such as elegant upgrades, simplified reservations, and personalized attentions, every moment aboard the MS Polarlys takes on an even more unique and precious dimension. These discreet yet essential privileges transform the crossing into a refined and memorable experience marked by both elegance and fluidity.
Everlasting and precious memories
Choosing Voyages Aqua Terra means giving your cruise an enduring emotional and memorable value, well beyond the journey itself. The landscapes admired, the flavors discovered, and the encounters shared become more than just a simple memory: they are timeless, authentic, and deeply rich experiences full of genuine emotions. These precious instants will mark your memory forever and make your voyage aboard the MS Polarlys unforgettable and profoundly personal.
